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The cost of independent living in Buffalo is about $4,412 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 10 options. Read 168 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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1414 Photos available
33 Floor plans available
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9.8
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54 reviews
9.8
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54 reviews
5 star
61%
4 star
22%
3 star
9%
2 star
2%
1 star
6%
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I am very happy here. My room is very nice and big. The activities are great, church services, bingo, manicures and so much more. The staff is very friendly and helpful. Overall I am very happy living here...
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.
Embrace the Golden YearsYou should never have to settle for a dull and drab retirement when you can have a senior living experience rich in adventure and excitement here at our assisted living community in Kingsport, Tennessee. Our warm and welcoming community gives you the opportunity to embrace...
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1010 Photos available
22 Floor plans available
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9.6
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41 reviews
9.6
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41 reviews
5 star
73%
4 star
20%
3 star
5%
2 star
0%
1 star
2%
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The care is good and the place is clean. The food is good my mother said. We just have several kinks we are still working out. I would just recommend double and triple checking price prior to actual moving...
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.
Customized Care PlansMoving into an independent and assisted living community may not be a simple decision, but when you meet our friendly team here in Bristol, Virginia, you may find yourself quickly falling in love with the idea. Nestled on a scenic hill overlooking the city, you can admire...
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9.4
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46 reviews
9.4
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46 reviews
5 star
57%
4 star
33%
3 star
4%
2 star
4%
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2%
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What we like the most about the community is that the staff are very kind, considerate, an compassionate as well as professional. Based on the experience so far, we would absolutely recommend this community...
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.
Providing Assisted Living and Memory Care to the Johnson City area.
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9.4
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32 reviews
9.4
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32 reviews
5 star
41%
4 star
44%
3 star
6%
2 star
0%
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9%
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Staff and Residents are so nice. The food is nutritious and very good. It is clean and I have not experienced any odors. Fun activities for residents daily. I would highly recommend this facility.
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.
Providing Assisted Living and Memory Care to the Bristol area.
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44 Floor plans available
9.2
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18 reviews
9.2
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18 reviews
5 star
71%
4 star
17%
3 star
6%
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She has been there a year now and nothing but great things to say about dominion. Facility stays clean and the staff treat us like family. I do recommend. The staff always calls when anything happens 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.
Dominion Senior Living is an assisted living community located in Bristol, Sullivan County, Tennessee conveniently off Volunteer Parkway and is easily accessible to counties in Tennessee and North Carolina, alike. Though we are simple to locate, our campus maintains the feel of being nestled away...
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66 Photos available
8.1
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24 reviews
8.1
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24 reviews
5 star
33%
4 star
42%
3 star
4%
2 star
21%
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0%
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I rate all areas a five. The workers there are friendly and work well with patients. [name removed] has not complained about being there one time. I would definitely recommend them to others who are...
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 Courtyards Senior Living at Johnson City offer senior living at its very best. Located in picturesque Johnson City Tennessee, The Courtyards Senior Living at Johnson City is a great place to call home when your loved one can no longer live on his or her own. You can rest assured that your...
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5 star
86%
4 star
14%
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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.
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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.
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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.
Photo of The Courtyards at Johnson City - The Meadows
44 Photos available
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.
Nestled in the Blue Ridge Mountains of Tennessee, The Courtyards at Johnson City Lakeside 2 is that retirement home in the mountains that lots of people have waited for their whole life. This assisted living community offers safety and security in a mountain setting. A place where peace and...
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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.

Cost of independent living in Buffalo, TN

The average cost of senior living in Buffalo is $4,412 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Mosheim, TN with an average of $3,428 per month.

Independent living costs in Buffalo, TN, vs. nearby cities

Buffalo, TN
$4,412/mo
$4,401/mo

Independent living costs in Buffalo, TN, vs. state and national averages

Buffalo, TN
$4,412/mo
U.S. national average
$4,179/mo

Independent living costs in Buffalo, TN, vs. other senior living options

$4,890/mo
Independent Living
$4,412/mo

Independent living costs in Buffalo, TN, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$4,029/mo
Studio
$4,989/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,460/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,045/mo

Senior living costs in Buffalo 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: Buffalo, TN
Column state: Tennessee
Column national: U.S.
Community typeBuffalo, TNTennesseeU.S.
Independent Living$4,412/mo$3,807/mo$4,179/mo
Assisted Living$4,890/mo$4,296/mo$4,721/mo
Memory Care$4,890/mo$4,389/mo$4,976/mo
Independent Living
Buffalo, TN:$4,412/mo
Tennessee:$3,807/mo
U.S.:$4,179/mo
Assisted Living
Buffalo, TN:$4,890/mo
Tennessee:$4,296/mo
U.S.:$4,721/mo
Memory Care
Buffalo, TN:$4,890/mo
Tennessee:$4,389/mo
U.S.:$4,976/mo
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What families are saying about independent living in Buffalo

Recent reviews for independent living in Buffalo

The Blake at Kingsport

5.0
The staff is very helpful and friendly. They are very good about communicating with the family about your loved one, and you can call and ask about them any time. The move-in process is smooth, but be ready to produce documents like Medicaid info, living will, driver's license, etc. The meals ...
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Commonwealth Senior Living at Abingdon

5.0
5 on everything. Facility was exceptional in every way. Our first impression of the community is that it was sparkling clean! I actually talked to the lady that did the cleaning. She took pride in her work. Also observed other staff interaction with patients and it was always pleasant and ...
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Princeton Transitional Care and Assisted Living in Johnson City, TN

4.0
I would recommend it. Of the facilities in our area, this one is the best value for the money. I picked it because it is a clean, updated facility, all on one level. They have suites with doors open to a courtyard. The staff is friendly and helpful. They allow residents to have meals in their ...
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Buffalo independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Buffalo independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Buffalo, 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 Buffalo 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 Buffalo partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Buffalo, TNNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
30%
20.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
40%
34.5%
No sugar
No sugar
50%
31%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
20%
33.7%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
20%
10.6%
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Availability of select dining options in Buffalo 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 Buffalo communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Buffalo, TNNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
30%
36.6%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
60%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
50%
37.1%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
40%
17.2%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Buffalo 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 Buffalo offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Buffalo, TNNational
Activity director
Activity director
60%
45.3%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
70%
28.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
60%
33.1%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
70%
47.6%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
60%
49%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
70%
54%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
60%
43%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
30%
38.3%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
70%
41.9%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
70%
47.2%
Live performances
Live performances
60%
46.9%
Dances
Dances
50%
33.1%
Fitness center
Fitness center
20%
39.6%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
70%
46.5%
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Brookdale Rock Springs, Brookdale Bristol and American House Johnson City are the top-rated independent living facilities near Buffalo, Tennessee. See full list of communities.
There are 10 independent living facilities near Buffalo, Tennessee. See the full list.
The best independent living facilities near you in Buffalo, Tennessee are Brookdale Bristol and American House Johnson City. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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