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The cost of independent living in Hamilton County is about $3,307 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 19 options. Read 489 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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9.5
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72 reviews
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I believe the staff took good care of my husband (who was sometimes difficult to handle). The staff was always pleasant and welcoming when I was there. Many of them expressed to me that they enjoyed working...
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.
Welcome to StoryPoint Chattanooga! This isn’t just a place to reside — it’s a place where our community members truly shine, and we are glad to share this experience with them. Our senior living options include assisted living and memory care. Throughout each service level, we strive to make...
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99 Photos available
33 Floor plans available
9.4
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52 reviews
9.4
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52 reviews
5 star
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I recently visited my aunt at the community and she was happy with the food her apartment and the activities. She has made friends and enjoys socializing. She said the staff and nice and cater to her needs.
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.
Find a Redefined IndependenceSenior living often gets bogged down with the stress and isolation that can come with living at home. But it doesn’t have to. As a resident at our warm, welcoming community, you can trade all of that for a life filled with interesting things to do and interesting...
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6363 Photos available
2626 Floor plans available
9.4
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141 reviews
9.4
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141 reviews
5 star
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What we like the most about the community is that they do lots of community events and give them transportation when needed. Yes, we would recommend Creekside at Shallowford to other families based on the...
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.
Creekside at Shallowford's easy-to-maneuver floor plans are ideal for seniors and we offer 24/7 emergency response services. We understand that each individual is unique and that needs may change over time. We are dedicated to making your life with us a truly special experience, and look forward...
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8.7
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56 reviews
8.7
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56 reviews
5 star
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This place has wonderful care givers and staff! The food is great, the RA's are beyond amazing. They all act like they really care about us. I would give them all tens if I could!!! Fantastic. Caring....
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 Chattanooga area.
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27 reviews
8.6
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27 reviews
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The staff is genuinely caring and concerned for the residents! It gives family members a piece of mind, knowing their loved ones are being well taken care of. The activity director is very lively 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.
Southern Oaks Assisted Living is an assisted living community located in the great city of Chattanooga, TN. This assisted living community offers a safe home to those who are in need of daily assistance, and it provides those individuals with a home in a city that is full of entertainment...
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1515 Photos available
1313 Floor plans available
8.6
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15 reviews
8.6
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15 reviews
5 star
80%
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3 star
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The Ashwood facility in Chattanooga has been quite good for our Aunt over the last year. She is well fed, has medication support and made friends at Ashwood. It allows here to live independently in her own...
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.
Ashwood Square Retirement Community, a Resort Lifestyle Community, has been developed exclusively for adults 55 and over. We offer the comforts and conveniences of modern-day living that allow you to enjoy your retirement.
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1717 Photos available
33 Floor plans available
8.5
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8 reviews
8.5
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8 reviews
5 star
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[name removed] loves the food. She has put on 18 lbs. When it comes to the value for cost, this one is hard to say. We were at Hickory Valley just last week because she is going to run out of money in the...
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 Everlan of Hixson
1313 Photos available
66 Floor plans available
8.2
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8 reviews
8.2
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8 reviews
5 star
49%
4 star
38%
3 star
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The food is sub par. Repetitive, and not very well seasoned. Occasionally good, but sometimes very bad. Very disappointing because one of the reasons my daughter chose Everlan for me was that she was told...
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.
Created for adults 55+ who seek to get the most out of life, Everlan fuses luxury with thoughtful design. Enjoy beautiful aesthetics and premium amenities without the upkeep. From five-star cuisine to concierge and housekeeping services, we take care of the details, so you are free to do your...
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Having been a part of the decision for moving my Mother from a different senior living facility I can not even begin to put enough stars in the rating I now have for Dominion. It is wonderful in every way!
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.
Dominion Senior Living is an assisted living community nestled in Hixson, a small suburb in the northern portion of Chatanooga, Hamilton County, Tennessee. Our community's Northpoint Boulevard location makes is easy for loved ones to visit our residents, and the dense foilage and trees planted...
Photo of Morning Pointe of Hixson
99 Photos available
1.0
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13 reviews
1.0
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13 reviews
5 star
31%
4 star
31%
3 star
8%
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I chose this facility for my Mother because she would be within ten minutes of my house. The staff is very nice here and they take great care of my mom. Everything is going good and they do offer a various...
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.
Conveniently located next to Hixson High School and just down the road from Northgate Mall, Morning Pointe of Hixson is a single level state-of-the-art assisted living community situated on twenty acres offering 53 spacious apartments with multiple floor plan choices. The facility also offers an...
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[name removed], [name removed] and the entire staff are very professional and extremely helpful. They always answer my calls and help with any request I have. I feel very comfortable knowing my mom is...
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.
Regency House is Hixson's most affordable Assisted Living community! We specialize in maintaining the dignity and independence of our residents. Our well trained and caring staff is here 24 hours a day giving you peace of mind that your loved one is well cared for. Licensed nurses are here onsite...
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Provides: Senior Apartments
Care types provided by this community
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
Care types provided by this community
Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Photo of Martin Boyd Christian Home
5 star
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Overall it's very good. The cost is fine. I think the aides and the medical people could have a lot of improvement. I think they have some really good people, and then they have some who are not as good. ...
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.
Martin Boyd Christian Home was founded in 1984 by the local Churches of Christ. The original facility opened with 9 residents and 10 employees and has grown to house over 100 residents with a staff of over 50. The facility has grown to include 3 levels of care ranging from assisted care to...
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Provides: Senior Apartments
Care types provided by this community
Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
5 star
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Really appreciate the great care my mother receives here. She is happy and has made friends. It's a real relief to know that the staff is very caring and aware of what is happening with the residents.
Provides: Senior Apartments
Care types provided by this community
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, 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 Health Center at Standifer Place is a unique, comprehensive facility. From Independent Living, to Assisted Living, to compassionate Hospice care, HCSP provides options for successive stages of life and changing levels of ability. Residents have convenient access to services on the journey...
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Provides: Senior Apartments
Care types provided by this community
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, 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.
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 Hamilton County, TN

The average cost of senior living in Hamilton County is $3,307 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Jasper, TN with an average of $2,898 per month.

Independent living costs in Hamilton County, TN, vs. nearby counties

Hamilton County, TN
$3,307/mo
$3,307/mo

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

Hamilton County, TN
$3,307/mo
U.S. national average
$4,153/mo

Independent living costs in Hamilton County, TN, vs. other senior living options

$4,088/mo
Independent Living
$3,307/mo

Independent living costs in Hamilton County, TN, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$2,906/mo
Studio
$4,002/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,626/mo
2 Bedroom
$4,639/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$5,200/mo

Senior living costs in Hamilton County 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: Hamilton County, TN
Column state: Tennessee
Column national: U.S.
Community typeHamilton County, TNTennesseeU.S.
Independent Living$3,307/mo$3,781/mo$4,153/mo
Assisted Living$4,004/mo$4,267/mo$4,740/mo
Memory Care$4,088/mo$4,358/mo$5,004/mo
Independent Living
Hamilton County, TN:$3,307/mo
Tennessee:$3,781/mo
U.S.:$4,153/mo
Assisted Living
Hamilton County, TN:$4,004/mo
Tennessee:$4,267/mo
U.S.:$4,740/mo
Memory Care
Hamilton County, TN:$4,088/mo
Tennessee:$4,358/mo
U.S.:$5,004/mo
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Independent living costs in Hamilton County, TN, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly independent living costs have shifted over the past five years in Hamilton County 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.

Hamilton County, TNTN stateNational

Independent living cost trends in Hamilton County, TN

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Hamilton County 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
Hamilton County, TN$2,757/mo$2,793/mo-1.3%
Tennessee$2,903/mo$2,940/mo-1.3%
National$3,261/mo$3,166/mo+3.0%
Hamilton County, TN
2024 average cost:$2,757/mo
2023 average cost:$2,793/mo
Percent change:-1.3%
Tennessee
2024 average cost:$2,903/mo
2023 average cost:$2,940/mo
Percent change:-1.3%
National
2024 average cost:$3,261/mo
2023 average cost:$3,166/mo
Percent change:+3.0%
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What families are saying about independent living in Hamilton County

Recent reviews for independent living in Hamilton County

Small Town Senior Living and The Courtyard in Dayton, TN

5.0
The staff is very caring and check on residents during the day. The apartment is very practical, but simple. It was easy for one person to live comfortably and safely. Would recommend to others in need of assistance with independent lifestyle.

Morning Pointe of Chattanooga at Shallowford

5.0
I absolutely love it and my Dad seems to like it. I love the staff and they have been great for my Dad. He has adjusted extremely well. He feels like this is his home. He is really happy with the food there.

Garden Plaza Of Greenbriar Cove in Ooltewah, TN

5.0
They do everything well. We picked this community, because they have large rooms, it's clean, and friendly. The offer activiites, such as; exercise, lap pool, bingo and cards, cooking, woodworking, and cross stitch.

Hamilton County independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Hamilton County independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Hamilton County, 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 Hamilton County 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 Hamilton County partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Hamilton County, TNNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
36.8%
20.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
47.4%
34.4%
No sugar
No sugar
36.8%
30.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
47.4%
33.6%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
10.5%
10.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Hamilton County 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 Hamilton County communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Hamilton County, TNNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
31.6%
36.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
57.9%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
36.8%
37%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
21.1%
17.2%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Hamilton County 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 Hamilton County offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Hamilton County, TNNational
Activity director
Activity director
57.9%
45.1%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
26.3%
28.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
26.3%
33%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
52.6%
47.5%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
57.9%
48.9%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
57.9%
54%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
57.9%
42.9%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
26.3%
38.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
36.8%
41.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
52.6%
47.1%
Live performances
Live performances
52.6%
46.8%
Dances
Dances
26.3%
33%
Fitness center
Fitness center
21.1%
39.5%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
52.6%
46.4%
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