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The cost of independent living in Germantown is about $4,430 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 71 options. Read 1755 reviews, see photos, and learn about amenities that make independent living the ideal next step for adults 55+ who wish to enjoy friendships and hobbies without the hassle of cooking and home maintenance.

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Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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Most of the staff cares deeply about the residents. I've been surprised by how much still have to follow up and advocate for my Dad. But I love seeing how they love my dad! The activities director and...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
At Shem Creek Health Center, our Assisted Living and Memory Care programs go well beyond the physical needs of our residents. Not only do we have a variety of spacious floorplan options to call home but our philosophy of whole-person wellness incorporates physical, social, nutritional and...
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Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
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This is a great community with great care. The staff is always so caring and helpful. They do have activities, but she is not active right now due to just settling into the community.They are a great value...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Hope Arbor of Murrells Inlet is a locally owned, not-for-profit assisted living. Our community is not large and overwhelming as we are licensed to care for no more than 60 residents. Our prices are all-inclusive which allows for our residents to age in place without having to worry about care...
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I chose this facility for my mom from the various experiences that I have had with assisted living facilities for the last 10 years. The transitions went smoothly at first and due to my mom's needs and her...
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Near the heart of historic Charleston, our building stands testament to a long standing tradition of Southern hospitality. Our friendly, dedicated and trained staff are here to assist you or loved ones with a warmth that conveys the trust and confidence you are seeking and deserve. We are...
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Provides: Senior Apartments
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
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Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
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Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
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Provides: Senior Apartments
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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I am so very thankful for the loving care Mom (age 86 - COPD and dementia) receives at Carter-May Home. She was in Pinewood in Goose Creek, SC for about a year and a half until they raised her level of care...
Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
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Provides: Senior Apartments
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Provides: Senior Apartments
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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Provides: Independent Living
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Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Provides: Senior Apartments
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.

Cost of independent living in Germantown, SC

The average cost of senior living in Germantown is $4,430 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Andrews, SC with an average of $3,612 per month.

Independent living costs in Germantown, SC, vs. nearby cities

Germantown, SC
$4,430/mo

Independent living costs in Germantown, SC, vs. state and national averages

Germantown, SC
$4,430/mo
U.S. national average
$4,153/mo

Independent living costs in Germantown, SC, vs. other senior living options

$4,672/mo
Independent Living
$4,430/mo

Independent living costs in Germantown, SC, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$4,214/mo
Studio
$4,837/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,697/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,594/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$5,282/mo

Senior living costs in Germantown vs. state and national costs

Cost comparison table showing community type costs by location. This table contains 3 rows of data across 4 columns.
Column communityType: Community type
Column destination: Germantown, SC
Column state: South Carolina
Column national: U.S.
Community typeGermantown, SCSouth CarolinaU.S.
Independent Living$4,430/mo$4,136/mo$4,153/mo
Assisted Living$4,672/mo$4,316/mo$4,698/mo
Memory Care$4,672/mo$4,362/mo$4,946/mo
Independent Living
Germantown, SC:$4,430/mo
South Carolina:$4,136/mo
U.S.:$4,153/mo
Assisted Living
Germantown, SC:$4,672/mo
South Carolina:$4,316/mo
U.S.:$4,698/mo
Memory Care
Germantown, SC:$4,672/mo
South Carolina:$4,362/mo
U.S.:$4,946/mo
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Independent living costs in Germantown, SC, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly independent living costs have shifted over the past five years in Germantown and how those changes compare with state and national trends. The figures represent quarterly averages of what seniors actually paid after moving into A Place for Mom partner communities.

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Independent living cost trends in Germantown, SC

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Germantown have changed in the last two years and how those changes compare with state and national trends. The figures represent averages of actual costs paid by seniors who moved into A Place for Mom partner communities in 2023 and 2024.

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Column cost2024: 2024 average cost
Column cost2023: 2023 average cost
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Location2024 average cost2023 average costPercent change
Germantown, SC$3,201/mo$3,205/mo-0.1%
South Carolina$3,123/mo$3,116/mo+0.2%
National$3,261/mo$3,166/mo+3.0%
Germantown, SC
2024 average cost:$3,201/mo
2023 average cost:$3,205/mo
Percent change:-0.1%
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2024 average cost:$3,123/mo
2023 average cost:$3,116/mo
Percent change:+0.2%
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2024 average cost:$3,261/mo
2023 average cost:$3,166/mo
Percent change:+3.0%
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What families are saying about independent living in Germantown

Recent reviews for independent living in Germantown

Overture West Ashley 55+ Active Adult Apartment Homes in Charleston, SC

5.0
The staff and residents are super friendly. There are lots of activities, and they are awesome for the residents. The breakfast is available Monday through Friday, and this is awesome for us. On Wednesdays they offer a happy hour, and they even include some appetizers.

Hope Arbor of Murrells Inlet

5.0
The staff is good,but they could do better. The meals are good and they said that my wife enjoys them. The community is always clean and neat. My wife says that she feels really comfortable with being here.

Sweetgrass Village in Mount Pleasant, SC

5.0
My wife [name removed] has been in Assisted Living facilities for the past ten years. No facility has been as comprehensive in their care and genuine in their compassion. I have complete confidence in [name removed] and her team.

Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Warm and welcoming staff. Reviews consistently mention the friendly and welcoming nature of the staff at various communities. For example, at Arbor Landing at Surfside, residents and families express appreciation for the staff's kindness and willingness to help. At Daniel Pointe Retirement Community, the manager goes ...
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Varied activities for residents. Numerous reviews highlight the wide range of activities offered to residents, with families praising the opportunities for socializing and staying engaged. For example, at Daniel Pointe Retirement Community, there are daily social and happy hours, as well as talent shows and family feud games. ...
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Delicious meals and dining experiences. Throughout reviews, quality food stands out as a major factor in residents' overall satisfaction with their community. For example, at TerraBella Myrtle Beach, the chef accommodates dietary restrictions and individual preferences, so residents look forward to mealtimes every day. At Arbor Lan ...
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Thoughtful and accommodating management. Residents and families frequently mention the attentiveness and flexibility of community management. For example, at Cooper River Villages, the manager is described as having gone above and beyond to help residents, including offering an electric scooter and helping with furniture placement. A ...
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Beautiful and clean living spaces. Reviews often praise the cleanliness and upkeep of the community, whether it's for the private rooms, communal areas, or outdoor spaces. For example, at The Palms of Mt. Pleasant, the Palms of Mt. Pleasant is described as a beautiful place with a lot going on to keep residents busy. At Ashley ...
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Supportive and compassionate caregivers. Many reviews mention the caring nature of the caregivers at various communities, with families expressing appreciation for the long-term friendships that have developed between their loved ones and the care team. For example, at The Artisan Mount Pleasant, the staff is described as genuinely c ...
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Germantown independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Germantown independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Germantown, but support comparisons against nationwide offerings. Our Senior Living Advisors can help you find communities that fit your preferences.

Availability of select dietary accommodations in Germantown independent living

Independent living communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of Germantown partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
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Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
27.3%
20.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
48.5%
34.4%
No sugar
No sugar
45.5%
30.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
39.4%
33.6%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
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10.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Germantown independent living

Our independent living communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of Germantown communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
37.9%
36.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
60.6%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
45.5%
37%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
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17.2%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Germantown independent living

Senior living communities offer a variety of programming to keep seniors socially, mentally, and physically vibrant. The chart below shows what percentage of partnered independent living communities in Germantown offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
65.2%
45.1%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
51.5%
28.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
47%
33%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
59.1%
47.5%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
68.2%
48.9%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
66.7%
54%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
59.1%
42.9%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
48.5%
38.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
59.1%
41.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
68.2%
47.1%
Live performances
Live performances
63.6%
46.8%
Dances
Dances
51.5%
33%
Fitness center
Fitness center
34.8%
39.5%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
66.7%
46.4%
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