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The cost of independent living in North Myrtle Beach is about $4,076 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 9 options. Read 329 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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Photo of The Legacy of North Myrtle Beach
2020 Photos available
33 Floor plans available
9.5
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69 reviews
9.5
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69 reviews
5 star
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There were a few times where communication wasn't perfect, but overall, the staff were very kind and understanding. I don't believe any place is 100% perfect 100% of the time, but my family and I felt that...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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.
The Legacy of North Myrtle Beach is an assisted living and memory care community located in North Myrtle Beach, South Carolina, in waterfront Horry County and home to just over 14,000 people. A beautiful waterfront tourist city, North Myrtle Beach is a relaxed community that residents will enjoy....
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Photo of River Park Senior Living
99 Photos available
88 Floor plans available
9.2
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17 reviews
9.2
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17 reviews
5 star
70%
4 star
24%
3 star
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Family lives in the area, only three miles from where I am now living. I love the area and like being close to the beach. , I would recommend River Park to my friends. The staff at River Park are the best.
Provides: Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
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.
Located on the coast of South Carolina in the heart of the North Grand Strand, River Park Senior Living is a newly-built, non-profit, conveniently located continuing care community, close to dining, shopping, entertainment and medical facilities. River Park is situated on more than 20 acres of...
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Photo of The Barclay at Little River
2121 Photos available
66 Floor plans available
9.1
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40 reviews
9.1
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40 reviews
5 star
55%
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The facility administration was friendly and helpful when problems arose. Once Mom established some friends, her experience was enhanced. Plenty of activities and social hours to bring people together.
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.
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Photo of Indigo at Carolina Forest
77 Photos available
1717 Floor plans available
9.7
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41 reviews
9.7
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41 reviews
5 star
79%
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12%
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The staff will do everything that they can to help you. I will say it took my dad about 1 1/2 -2weeks for him to be comfortable. I would suggest that families encourage the prospective resident to get...
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.
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Photo of Portside at Grande Dunes
1919 Photos available
9.3
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47 reviews
9.3
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47 reviews
5 star
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3 star
9%
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An amazing place. It was a great transition place for my mother from CA in [date removed]. Started not knowing true condition mentally, or physically after my father's death, since I was in SC and was being...
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 Portside at Grande Dunes, we offer a variety of community features. Residents can enjoy regular off-site adventures and excursions. Cats and dogs are allowed in private quarters. Our property is conveniently located near accessible public transportation. We offer free wi-fi and high speed...
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Photo of Myrtle Beach Manor
1212 Photos available
33 Floor plans available
8.7
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45 reviews
8.7
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45 reviews
5 star
54%
4 star
22%
3 star
9%
2 star
2%
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13%
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It's self pay, but it's more reasonable than many facilities because it's older. They are amazing with care, and activities for my brother, and he loves the meals and the view of the intercoastal waterway....
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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.
Myrtle Beach Manor, an assisted living community situated on 6 spacious acres on the Intracoastal Waterway, offers Assisted Living, Alzheimer's Care and Nursing Care. Our community features a comfortable lifestyle, superb amenities and the highest standards of hospitality and service. Assisted...
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Photo of Brightwater Assisted Living
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8.0
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68 reviews
8.0
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Brightwater provided exceptional care for my mother while in both assisted living and nursing care. Sharon went above and beyond to help ensure my mother was in good care. The staff including [names removed]...
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living, Nursing Homes
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.
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.
Nursing Homes: Nursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.
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Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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.
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Cost of independent living in North Myrtle Beach, SC

The average cost of senior living in North Myrtle Beach is $4,076 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Mullins, SC with an average of $2,845 per month.

Independent living costs in North Myrtle Beach, SC, vs. nearby cities

North Myrtle Beach, SC
$4,076/mo

Independent living costs in North Myrtle Beach, SC, vs. state and national averages

North Myrtle Beach, SC
$4,076/mo
U.S. national average
$4,153/mo

Independent living costs in North Myrtle Beach, SC, vs. other senior living options

$4,231/mo
Independent Living
$4,076/mo

Independent living costs in North Myrtle Beach, SC, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$4,231/mo
Studio
$4,659/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,197/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,671/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$4,238/mo

Senior living costs in North Myrtle Beach 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: North Myrtle Beach, SC
Column state: South Carolina
Column national: U.S.
Community typeNorth Myrtle Beach, SCSouth CarolinaU.S.
Independent Living$4,076/mo$4,135/mo$4,153/mo
Assisted Living$4,231/mo$4,315/mo$4,698/mo
Memory Care$4,231/mo$4,362/mo$4,946/mo
Independent Living
North Myrtle Beach, SC:$4,076/mo
South Carolina:$4,135/mo
U.S.:$4,153/mo
Assisted Living
North Myrtle Beach, SC:$4,231/mo
South Carolina:$4,315/mo
U.S.:$4,698/mo
Memory Care
North Myrtle Beach, SC:$4,231/mo
South Carolina:$4,362/mo
U.S.:$4,946/mo
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Independent living costs in North Myrtle Beach, SC, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly independent living costs have shifted over the past five years in North Myrtle Beach 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.

North Myrtle Beach, SCSC stateNational

Independent living cost trends in North Myrtle Beach, SC

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in North Myrtle Beach 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.

Cost comparison table showing 2023 and 2024 median costs by location. This table contains 3 rows of data across 4 columns.
Column location: Location
Column cost2024: 2024 average cost
Column cost2023: 2023 average cost
Column percentChange: Percent change
Location2024 average cost2023 average costPercent change
North Myrtle Beach, SC$3,741/mo$3,620/mo+3.4%
South Carolina$3,071/mo$2,866/mo+7.2%
National$3,101/mo$2,897/mo+7.0%
North Myrtle Beach, SC
2024 average cost:$3,741/mo
2023 average cost:$3,620/mo
Percent change:+3.4%
South Carolina
2024 average cost:$3,071/mo
2023 average cost:$2,866/mo
Percent change:+7.2%
National
2024 average cost:$3,101/mo
2023 average cost:$2,897/mo
Percent change:+7.0%
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What families are saying about independent living in North Myrtle Beach

Recent reviews for independent living in North Myrtle Beach

Brightwater Assisted Living in Myrtle Beach, SC

5.0
All prominent senior living communities have well-appointed housing options with a variety of health, wellness and entertainment programs. What makes Brightwater standout are its Move Coordinator and Mentoring Program. The Brightwater Move Coordinator works with you, your movers and ...
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Shallotte Assisted Living, Inc.

5.0
This is an older community but has undergone many upgrades. The Administrator went out of his way to transition my uncooperative mother. She now loves it and has many friends. She also can't wait to get back to her new "home" when we take her on outings. I am completely satisfied with the ...
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Arbor Landing at Ocean Isle in Shallotte, NC

5.0
Moving mom to an independent living apartment was of course very stressful. Chosing the right facility and getting buy-in from mom, who had a 3 bedroom 2 bath house by herself was sometimes tenuous. A place for mom helped to make the right facility choice. The fact that momcould take her ...
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North Myrtle Beach independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in North Myrtle Beach independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in North Myrtle Beach, 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 North Myrtle Beach 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 North Myrtle Beach partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
North Myrtle Beach, SCNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
12.5%
20.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
50%
34.4%
No sugar
No sugar
37.5%
30.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
37.5%
33.6%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
25%
10.5%
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Availability of select dining options in North Myrtle Beach 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 North Myrtle Beach communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
North Myrtle Beach, SCNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
50%
36.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
75%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
62.5%
37%
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Availability of select programs and activities in North Myrtle Beach 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 North Myrtle Beach offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
North Myrtle Beach, SCNational
Activity director
Activity director
75%
45.1%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
50%
28.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
50%
33%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
75%
47.5%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
75%
48.9%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
75%
54%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
62.5%
42.9%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
75%
38.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
75%
41.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
75%
47.1%
Live performances
Live performances
75%
46.8%
Dances
Dances
62.5%
33%
Fitness center
Fitness center
50%
39.5%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
75%
46.4%
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Frequently Asked Questions

The Legacy of North Myrtle Beach, River Park Senior Living and The Barclay at Little River are the top-rated independent living facilities near North Myrtle Beach, South Carolina. See full list of communities.
There are 9 independent living facilities near North Myrtle Beach, South Carolina. See the full list.
The best independent living facilities near you in North Myrtle Beach, South Carolina are Arbor Landing at Surfside and Myrtle Beach Grove Senior Living. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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