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The cost of independent living in Idol is about $3,225 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 89 options. Read 1385 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: 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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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.
Parkview is an independent living community designed to meet the needs of a wide range of seniors. Our states of the art communications system along with other personal services help residents maintain their independence and dignity much longer. We are located in historic Fountain City in a...
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: 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.
Morningside Gardens is a senior housing community that is located in the large city of Knoxville, Knox County, TN. The community is located in a great location; in the foothills of the Great Smoky Mountains and along the banks of the Tennessee River. It is also nearby Morningside Park and the Dr....
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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.
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What I like about Renaissance Terrace is it's relatively small, so the residents get a lot of individualized attention. It's also a non-profit, so they're driven by their mission statement as opposed to a...
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: 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.
“Elegant Senior Living” is more than just a phrase; at The Flats of Norris it is a concept to a way of life that intertwines with every part of daily life for our residents, their families, and our staff. Elegant Senior Living is a process that enhances the physical, social, mental, and...
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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.
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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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Located in Knox County, Summit Towers are the famous towers in Knoxville, Tennessee and it is ready to become your new home. With amazing lifestyle amenities, this senior housing community for fifty-five and older is ready to welcome you. The neighborhood is friendly and peaceful with a gorgeous...
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.
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.
Heritage Assisted Living is an assisted living community that provides care for seniors who are looking to live in Knoxville, TN. This community is located in a great city that provides residents and visitors with great views of natural beauty. This city offers many entertainment options,...
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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.
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.
Charles Seivers Tower is a lovely and convenient senior apartment located in the lovely and beautiful Clinton, Anderson County, Tennessee. Clinton is an independent city but is included in Knoxville Metropolitan Area for statistical purposes. It is a recreation minded community with parks,...
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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.
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Our mom has lived at Shannondale Assisted Living for about 4 years. While her mind and body have declined during her 90 years, we find peace in the fact that she is so happy everyday. The staff at...
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living, Senior Apartments
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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.
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.
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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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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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The community is very neat and clean. They go above and beyond to help the residence when they can. The staff is friendly and caring and they have lots of activities going on. I would recommend this...
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: 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.
Bradford Square is a senior housing community in Cumberland, Kentucky, catering for senior residents aged 55 and over who require special care in their daily activities. The community is located in one of the greenest and quietest parts of Cumberland, guaranteeing its residents a noiseless and...

Cost of independent living in Idol, TN

The average cost of senior living in Idol is $3,225 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Sneedville, TN with an average of $2,129 per month.

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

Idol, TN
$3,225/mo
$3,056/mo

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

Idol, TN
$3,225/mo
U.S. national average
$4,153/mo

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

$3,005/mo
Independent Living
$3,225/mo

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

Semi-Private
$4,310/mo
Studio
$4,460/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,613/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,931/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$3,756/mo

Senior living costs in Idol 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: Idol, TN
Column state: Tennessee
Column national: U.S.
Community typeIdol, TNTennesseeU.S.
Independent Living$3,225/mo$3,781/mo$4,153/mo
Assisted Living$3,005/mo$4,267/mo$4,698/mo
Memory Care$3,005/mo$4,358/mo$4,946/mo
Independent Living
Idol, TN:$3,225/mo
Tennessee:$3,781/mo
U.S.:$4,153/mo
Assisted Living
Idol, TN:$3,005/mo
Tennessee:$4,267/mo
U.S.:$4,698/mo
Memory Care
Idol, TN:$3,005/mo
Tennessee:$4,358/mo
U.S.:$4,946/mo
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Independent living costs in Idol, TN, over time

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

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Idol 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
Idol, TN$2,611/mo$2,517/mo+3.7%
Tennessee$2,903/mo$2,940/mo-1.3%
National$3,261/mo$3,166/mo+3.0%
Idol, TN
2024 average cost:$2,611/mo
2023 average cost:$2,517/mo
Percent change:+3.7%
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 Idol

Recent reviews for independent living in Idol

Charter Senior Living of Jefferson City

5.0
My loved one lives here and it's wonderful! So much better and more affordable than his last facility. The people here are wonderful. The nurses are so kind and helpful. They have a lot of activities and the residents are interactive. The staff encourages them to be. The memory care unit is a ...
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Knoxville High Independent Living

4.7
The place is very clean, and very very beautiful. Everybody here is very nice. Once person after another takes care of each other. The people are very caring and make newcomers feel welcome. It's a great place to live. They have security guards, which makes me feel very safe. We have ...
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The Village At Allandale in Kingsport, TN

5.0
It's a very nice place for someone with dementia, which my aunt had. My uncle died within a week of arriving there and my aunt fell about 2 months later and fractured her hip, so she left there and passed away in a rehab facility post surgery. I really appreciated A Place for Mom's help in ...
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Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Friendly and caring staff. Several reviews mention the kindness and attentiveness of staff members at different communities, such as Holiday Echo Ridge, where they go above and beyond to make residents feel at home. Staff are described as genuinely caring and making everyone feel like family, especially during challengi ...
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Varied dining options. While some communities, like Park Place of Fountain City, offer hot meals in communal dining areas, others, like Mountain Brook Village Senior Living, deliver meals to residents' apartments. Regardless of the setup, residents appreciate the quality and choice of meals, with some communities ...
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Attentive maintenance and cleanliness. Cleanliness and maintenance are important factors in residents' satisfaction, with reviews for Mountain Brook Village Senior Living praising the apartment's comfort and the well-maintained facilities, including kitchens and bathrooms. Regular inspections and light cleanings contribute to a sen ...
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Active social environment. Activities are highly valued by residents and their families, with Park Place of Fountain City and Holiday Echo Ridge specifically mentioning the variety and inclusion of residents in organized activities, as well as the staff's encouragement and facilitation of community engagement.
Accessible health care and support. Communities, like Sherrill Hills Retirement Resort, offer in-house therapy and health care services, providing residents with peace of mind and convenience. Some, like Park Place of Fountain City, also offer transportation to medical appointments and ensure clear communication between health ...
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Considerate and accommodating staff. Residents and their families appreciate staff members who take the time to understand their unique needs and preferences, as seen in reviews for Holiday Echo Ridge and Mountain Brook Village Senior Living. This attentiveness is crucial in ensuring a smooth transition into senior living and o ...
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Idol independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Idol independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Idol, 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 Idol 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 Idol partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Idol, TNNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
26.6%
20.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
35.4%
34.4%
No sugar
No sugar
34.2%
30.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
36.7%
33.6%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
15.2%
10.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Idol 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 Idol communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Idol, TNNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
30.4%
36.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
32.9%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
30.4%
37%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
11.4%
17.2%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Idol 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 Idol offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Idol, TNNational
Activity director
Activity director
41.8%
45.1%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
31.6%
28.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
30.4%
33%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
51.9%
47.5%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
44.3%
48.9%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
57%
54%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
44.3%
42.9%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
31.6%
38.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
35.4%
41.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
44.3%
47.1%
Live performances
Live performances
44.3%
46.8%
Dances
Dances
32.9%
33%
Fitness center
Fitness center
22.8%
39.5%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
43%
46.4%
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