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The cost of independent living in Weston is about $3,447 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 9 options. Read 151 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 Holiday Columbia Pines
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1414 Floor plans available
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9.0
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50 reviews
9.0
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50 reviews
5 star
56%
4 star
28%
3 star
6%
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4%
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I am very satisfied here and plan to make this my final home. The staff goes above and beyond to help us. Although it's an older facility, it's much more to my liking than my prior facility- Inspire.
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.
Forest Pines provides a fulfilling, independent lifestyle in a welcoming environment. Situated just outside of Columbia's downtown, you'll enjoy our beautiful grounds and facilities while enjoying all of the convenience and culture of the state's capitol. We're just minutes away from shopping,...
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Photo of Carolina Gardens at Kathwood
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5 star
31%
4 star
31%
3 star
19%
2 star
13%
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My mother in law is still adjusting to living at this community. The staff have been fabulous and have helped every step of the way. The entire staff watch out for her. She likes the food and they do offer...
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.
Carolina Gardens at Kathwood is an assisted living and memory care community in Columbia, South Carolina. Located in the capital city of Columbia, our residents enjoy unparalleled access to fine shopping, dining and medical facilities. Columbia is a historic city with a thriving downtown area,...
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Everyone was very nice and helpful! The man at the desk was wonderful. I think he mostly works nights. The financial lady was very helpful. The medication man was great. Really everyone I dealt with was...
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.
In a beautiful homestead with an expansive Southern-style front porch, you'll find Forest Lake Manor, a family-style senior community. Enjoy a quiet walk in the courtyard, relax with friends by the fountain, or visit with family in the dayroom. Located in the heart of Forest Acres, Forest Lake...
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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.
Studio and one bedroom apartmentsKitchens with stove and refrigeratorUtilities includedSubsidized apartments availableScheduled transportationEqual Housing OpportunityLocated in the Five Points Community of Columbia
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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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Cost of independent living in Weston, SC

The average cost of senior living in Weston is $3,447 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Woodford, SC with an average of $3,012 per month.

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

Weston, SC
$3,447/mo
$3,420/mo
$3,487/mo

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

Weston, SC
$3,447/mo
U.S. national average
$4,153/mo

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

$4,125/mo
Independent Living
$3,447/mo

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

Studio
$4,216/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,110/mo
2 Bedroom
$3,789/mo

Senior living costs in Weston 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: Weston, SC
Column state: South Carolina
Column national: U.S.
Community typeWeston, SCSouth CarolinaU.S.
Independent Living$3,447/mo$4,135/mo$4,153/mo
Assisted Living$4,034/mo$4,306/mo$4,740/mo
Memory Care$4,125/mo$4,352/mo$5,004/mo
Independent Living
Weston, SC:$3,447/mo
South Carolina:$4,135/mo
U.S.:$4,153/mo
Assisted Living
Weston, SC:$4,034/mo
South Carolina:$4,306/mo
U.S.:$4,740/mo
Memory Care
Weston, SC:$4,125/mo
South Carolina:$4,352/mo
U.S.:$5,004/mo
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Independent living costs in Weston, SC, over time

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

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Weston 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
Weston, SC$2,255/mo$2,134/mo+5.6%
South Carolina$3,096/mo$3,031/mo+2.1%
National$3,191/mo$3,044/mo+4.8%
Weston, SC
2024 average cost:$2,255/mo
2023 average cost:$2,134/mo
Percent change:+5.6%
South Carolina
2024 average cost:$3,096/mo
2023 average cost:$3,031/mo
Percent change:+2.1%
National
2024 average cost:$3,191/mo
2023 average cost:$3,044/mo
Percent change:+4.8%
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Discover the many ways to pay for senior living

Planning ahead can better position you to make good choices for your loved one’s care in the future. But if your aging family member needs care now, there are ways to finance the cost of long-term care through a combination of approaches.

What families are saying about independent living in Weston

Recent reviews for independent living in Weston

Brookdale Harbison in Columbia, SC

4.0
My experience with Brookdale is positive. It is much more important than I initially realized to carefully match the capabilities of the prospective resident to the level of care the facility offers.

Pines Columbia in West Columbia, SC

4.5
The staff team at Pines Columbia is friendly and usually available when you need them. Communication of events at facility have improved so that family has an opportunity to schedule and be present.

Springtree Manor Assisted Living in Columbia, SC

4.9
I chose the community due to close to my home and the staff was welcoming. The cost was reasonable for my Dads needs now and in the future along with the cleanness.

Weston independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Weston independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Weston, 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 Weston 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 Weston partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Weston, SCNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
16.7%
20.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
33.3%
34.4%
No sugar
No sugar
50%
30.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
16.7%
33.6%
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Availability of select dining options in Weston 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 Weston communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Weston, SCNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
50%
36.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
50%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
33.3%
37%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
16.7%
17.2%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Weston 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 Weston offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Weston, SCNational
Activity director
Activity director
50%
45.1%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
16.7%
28.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
33.3%
33%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
66.7%
47.5%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
50%
48.9%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
50%
54%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
50%
42.9%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
50%
38.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
50%
41.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
50%
47.1%
Live performances
Live performances
50%
46.8%
Dances
Dances
16.7%
33%
Fitness center
Fitness center
16.7%
39.5%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
50%
46.4%
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