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The cost of independent living in Pelzer is about $4,068 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 186 options. Read 3116 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
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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.
West End Retirement Center is a family owned facility that has been in business for over 60 years. Our caregivers have over 50 years of combined experience in senior care and our residents become apart of family. Located near quaint downtown Easley at the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains,...
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We chose Southern Oaks because they were the only assisted living facility we looked at that said they would be willing to accommodate my uncle’s need for CPAP oxygen. In addition to that, I like that the...
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.
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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My Mother has been a resident of Shepherds Care for many years, starting in the general population and now in the Memory Care Unit. Given the lengthy duration of her residency, I have had numerous...
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.
When little things you or your loved one normally took for granted start to become major obstacles in daily life, Shepherd's Care offers e perfect residential alternative.Shepherd's Care provides needed assistance while enabling residents to maintain feelings of independence and privacy.We...
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: 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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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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My loved on is in skilled nursing here and it is wonderful, this is the second time he has lived here. We moved him out the first time only because it was during covid and he was having to quarantine. The...
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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My Aunt lived here for a few weeks. Eventually, she needed a different type of care that wasn’t offered so we moved her somewhere else. However, while she was here everything went well. The staff seemed to...
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.
Carriage House of Taylors is an affordable, all-inclusive assisted living community nestled in the cozy town of Taylors, South Carolina. Situated in Greenville County less than two hours from Charlotte, NC to the north and Atlanta, GA to the south, Carriage House of Taylors is a warm, supportive...
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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, 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.
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 Bayberry Retirement Inn
Provides: Assisted Living, 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.
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: 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
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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.
Photo of Martha Franks Baptist Retirement Community
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.
Martha Franks Baptist Retirement Community is an assisted living community located in the heart of the southern downtown Laurens, Laurens County, South Carolina. Our beautiful community is located nearby the Little River, and some of the homes overlook scenic lake views. The beautiful views make...
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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: 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.
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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 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
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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
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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.

Cost of independent living in Pelzer, SC

The average cost of senior living in Pelzer is $4,068 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Due West, SC with an average of $3,900 per month.

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

Pelzer, SC
$4,068/mo

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

Pelzer, SC
$4,068/mo
U.S. national average
$4,176/mo

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

$4,572/mo
Independent Living
$4,068/mo

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

Semi-Private
$3,992/mo
Studio
$4,658/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,701/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,112/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$3,641/mo

Senior living costs in Pelzer 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: Pelzer, SC
Column state: South Carolina
Column national: U.S.
Community typePelzer, SCSouth CarolinaU.S.
Independent Living$4,068/mo$4,150/mo$4,176/mo
Assisted Living$4,572/mo$4,328/mo$4,718/mo
Memory Care$4,572/mo$4,375/mo$4,972/mo
Independent Living
Pelzer, SC:$4,068/mo
South Carolina:$4,150/mo
U.S.:$4,176/mo
Assisted Living
Pelzer, SC:$4,572/mo
South Carolina:$4,328/mo
U.S.:$4,718/mo
Memory Care
Pelzer, SC:$4,572/mo
South Carolina:$4,375/mo
U.S.:$4,972/mo
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Independent living costs in Pelzer, SC, over time

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

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Pelzer 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
Pelzer, SC$3,027/mo$2,996/mo+1.0%
South Carolina$3,123/mo$3,116/mo+0.2%
National$3,257/mo$3,166/mo+2.9%
Pelzer, SC
2024 average cost:$3,027/mo
2023 average cost:$2,996/mo
Percent change:+1.0%
South Carolina
2024 average cost:$3,123/mo
2023 average cost:$3,116/mo
Percent change:+0.2%
National
2024 average cost:$3,257/mo
2023 average cost:$3,166/mo
Percent change:+2.9%
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What families are saying about independent living in Pelzer

Recent reviews for independent living in Pelzer

Eden Terrace of Spartanburg

5.0
This is a great facility! Eden Terrace staff is friendly and very caring, very responsive to the needs of their residents. It is a friendly and well cared for facility. I would definitely recommend!

Quillen Manor Assisted Living and Villas in Fountain Inn, SC

4.6
The people are very helpful and caring. Everyone checks on each other and we are a close knit community.

Heritage Hills Senior Living in Hendersonville, NC

5.0
I love it here. The only issue I have with Pacifica is... their accounting office makes mistakes and takes too long to fix them. I recommend this community.

Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Highly regarded and attentive staff. Residents and families frequently praise the friendly, caring, and accommodating nature of the staff at various communities. For instance, at Maple Brook Terrace Retirement Community, they express gratitude for the staff's genuine interest in each resident and the amenities provided.
Well-maintained facilities and grounds. Reviews consistently highlight the cleanliness and upkeep of the community facilities, whether it's for the private rooms, common areas, or outdoor spaces. At TerraBella Greenville, the residents appreciate the pristine bathrooms and renovated patio and dining room.
Varied activities to encourage socialization. Communities offer a wide range of activities to help residents stay engaged and active. For instance, at Legacy Reserve at Fairview Park, residents enjoy movie nights, museum outings, gardening classes, and more, encouraging social connections among residents.
Excellent meal quality and dining experiences. Meals are a significant factor in residents' overall satisfaction with their community. At Haywood Estates by Barclay House, the chef goes the extra mile to cater to individual preferences and dietary restrictions, making every meal a delight.
Supportive and inclusive community environment. Reviews often mention the warm and friendly atmosphere at various communities, where residents feel at home and part of a larger family. For example, at LaurelHurst and LaurelWoods, residents remark on the camaraderie among the residents and the staff's helpfulness and accommodation.
Affordable and transparent pricing. Some families express satisfaction with the value and affordability of the communities they've chosen. At TerraBella Greenville, for instance, residents appreciate that while dining is included, independent living options are also available for those who prefer.
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Pelzer independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Pelzer independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Pelzer, 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 Pelzer 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 Pelzer partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Pelzer, SCNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
27.3%
20.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
38.5%
34.5%
No sugar
No sugar
37.3%
31%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
30.4%
33.7%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
11.8%
10.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Pelzer 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 Pelzer communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
24.8%
36.6%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
41%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
26.1%
37%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
14.3%
17.2%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Pelzer 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 Pelzer offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Pelzer, SCNational
Activity director
Activity director
42.2%
45.2%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
29.8%
28.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
32.9%
33.1%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
51.6%
47.6%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
43.5%
49%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
50.3%
54%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
39.1%
43%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
32.3%
38.3%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
37.9%
41.9%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
43.5%
47.2%
Live performances
Live performances
42.2%
46.9%
Dances
Dances
29.2%
33.1%
Fitness center
Fitness center
19.3%
39.6%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
41%
46.5%
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