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The cost of independent living in Oakway is about $4,406 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 10 options. Read 139 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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88 Photos available
9.6
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45 reviews
9.6
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45 reviews
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Staff is incredibly kind and developed relationships with my mom. Not just care activities but they actually care about clients as a person. Above and beyond efforts to care for my mom as he health declined...
Provides: Assisted 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.
Keowee Place is located on the shores of Lake Keowee and Lake Hartwell in Seneca, South Carolina. We are close to the historical towns of Cashiers and Highland, North Carolina and our daytrips to these historical towns are a favorite outing for many of our residents. We also make regular trips to...
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9.3
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9.3
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24%
3 star
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What we like the most about the community is the staff and yes we would recommend Belvedere Commons of Seneca to others based on the experience so far.
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 Belvedere Commons of Seneca, you can live the life you want to. Enjoy the convenience of restaurant-style dining, a wealth of life enrichment activities and the freedom to explore your interests. Beautiful Lake Keowee, the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains, beaches and great weather set...
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8.9
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19 reviews
8.9
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Very happy with the staff and facility. They do the laundry and keep the rooms picked up for the residents. Hair salon on site. Variety of activities. Love their activity director. Manage medications well....
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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24 reviews
8.7
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Staff is very friendly and attentive to the resident and family. Am fairly pleased with the resident's care and would recommend the facility to others. Most of the time, the response to questions and...
Provides: Assisted 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.
Located in the foothills and overlooking the beautiful Blue Ridge Mountains, The Oaks of Seneca boasts beautiful views year round. While the setting is spectacular, we believe it is the compassionate, experienced team of caring professionals who make the difference here. Welcome to retirement...
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This is a really big facility and I think that they could probably use more staff to make sure that things are being done properly. I am not very pleased with the whole thing. I guess they do the best that...
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: Assisted 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.
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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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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Cost of independent living in Oakway, SC

The average cost of senior living in Oakway is $4,406 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Salem, SC with an average of $3,780 per month.

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

Oakway, SC
$4,406/mo
$4,251/mo

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

Oakway, SC
$4,406/mo
U.S. national average
$4,203/mo

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

$4,565/mo
Independent Living
$4,406/mo

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

Semi-Private
$3,990/mo
Studio
$4,131/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,093/mo
2 Bedroom
$4,757/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$3,675/mo

Senior living costs in Oakway 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: Oakway, SC
Column state: South Carolina
Column national: U.S.
Community typeOakway, SCSouth CarolinaU.S.
Independent Living$4,406/mo$4,127/mo$4,203/mo
Assisted Living$4,448/mo$4,306/mo$4,740/mo
Memory Care$4,565/mo$4,352/mo$5,004/mo
Independent Living
Oakway, SC:$4,406/mo
South Carolina:$4,127/mo
U.S.:$4,203/mo
Assisted Living
Oakway, SC:$4,448/mo
South Carolina:$4,306/mo
U.S.:$4,740/mo
Memory Care
Oakway, SC:$4,565/mo
South Carolina:$4,352/mo
U.S.:$5,004/mo
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Independent living costs in Oakway, SC, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly independent living costs have shifted over the past five years in Oakway 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 Oakway, SC

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Oakway 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
Oakway, SC$3,533/mo$3,250/mo+8.7%
South Carolina$2,747/mo$2,725/mo+0.8%
National$2,798/mo$2,739/mo+2.2%
Oakway, SC
2024 average cost:$3,533/mo
2023 average cost:$3,250/mo
Percent change:+8.7%
South Carolina
2024 average cost:$2,747/mo
2023 average cost:$2,725/mo
Percent change:+0.8%
National
2024 average cost:$2,798/mo
2023 average cost:$2,739/mo
Percent change:+2.2%
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What families are saying about independent living in Oakway

Recent reviews for independent living in Oakway

BeeHive Homes of Toccoa

5.0
My dad was only at this house house for a short time but while he was there he had received excellent care from the caregivers and other staff. They made sure the residence was always clean and that they had hot tasty throughout the deals. I overall have no complaints and would recommend this ...
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Sylvara at Anderson

4.9
I would rate everything for Brookdale Anderson at a five, except for the cleanliness. I would give that a four. We cleaned it before we moved Mom in. The staff is really nice.

The Veranda at Carnesville

4.9
Our mom spent her last two precious years at The Veranda receiving the best care. We are very thankful to the staff and owners who created a safe and warm environment for her. It didn’t feel like an institution but rather a home away from home. We trust the Veranda and would highly recommend it ...
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Oakway independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Oakway independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Oakway, 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 Oakway 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 Oakway partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Oakway, SCNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
33.3%
20.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
44.4%
34.4%
No sugar
No sugar
44.4%
30.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
44.4%
33.6%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
11.1%
10.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Oakway 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 Oakway communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Oakway, SCNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
33.3%
36.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
44.4%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
44.4%
37%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
22.2%
17.2%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Oakway 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 Oakway offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Oakway, SCNational
Activity director
Activity director
44.4%
45.1%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
33.3%
28.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
44.4%
33%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
44.4%
47.5%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
44.4%
48.9%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
44.4%
54%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
44.4%
42.9%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
22.2%
38.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
33.3%
41.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
44.4%
47.1%
Live performances
Live performances
44.4%
46.8%
Dances
Dances
22.2%
33%
Fitness center
Fitness center
11.1%
39.5%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
44.4%
46.4%
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Frequently Asked Questions

Keowee Square, Belvedere Commons of Seneca and The Residences at Park Place are the top-rated independent living facilities near Oakway, South Carolina. See full list of communities.
There are 10 independent living facilities near Oakway, South Carolina. See the full list.
The best independent living facilities near you in Oakway, South Carolina are North Pointe, Keowee Square and Summit Place. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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