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The cost of independent living in Kimberlin Heights is about $3,496 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 10 options. Read 122 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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Kimberlin Heights Independent Living Facilities | 122 Reviews

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Photo of South High Senior Living
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The staff was very attentive to our needs. They were eager to provide the best experience possible. Rooms were very nice. Good lighting and spacious. Meals were our only concern. The quality was not what we...
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.
Life at South High Senior Living starts with a vibrant, welcoming and warm environment that is coupled with excepLife at South High Senior Living starts with a vibrant, welcoming and warm environment that is coupled with exceptional, personalized and supportive care here in South Knoxville,...
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All a 5. We are so happy with Trinity Hills of Knoxville. What we like the most about the community is cleanliness of the facility and of all the residents
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.
Trinity Hills of Knoxville provides you with the very best in achieving an independent lifestyle through a warm and friendly community. Situated in the foothills of the Great Smoky Mountains in East Knoxville, Tennessee. Our community offers assisted living and memory care. We’re located within...
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Freedom Senior Living is 5 stars all the way around, the staff members treat the residents like family, they genuinely care about each and everyone of them. They go above and beyond to make them feel...
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.
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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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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...
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Cost of independent living in Kimberlin Heights, TN

The average cost of senior living in Kimberlin Heights is $3,496 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Blaine, TN with an average of $3,027 per month.

Independent living costs in Kimberlin Heights, TN, vs. nearby cities

Kimberlin Heights, TN
$3,496/mo
$3,578/mo

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

Kimberlin Heights, TN
$3,496/mo
U.S. national average
$4,153/mo

Independent living costs in Kimberlin Heights, TN, vs. other senior living options

$3,942/mo
Independent Living
$3,496/mo

Independent living costs in Kimberlin Heights, TN, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$3,750/mo
Studio
$4,850/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,195/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,825/mo

Senior living costs in Kimberlin Heights 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: Kimberlin Heights, TN
Column state: Tennessee
Column national: U.S.
Community typeKimberlin Heights, TNTennesseeU.S.
Independent Living$3,496/mo$3,781/mo$4,153/mo
Assisted Living$3,895/mo$4,267/mo$4,698/mo
Memory Care$3,942/mo$4,358/mo$4,946/mo
Independent Living
Kimberlin Heights, TN:$3,496/mo
Tennessee:$3,781/mo
U.S.:$4,153/mo
Assisted Living
Kimberlin Heights, TN:$3,895/mo
Tennessee:$4,267/mo
U.S.:$4,698/mo
Memory Care
Kimberlin Heights, TN:$3,942/mo
Tennessee:$4,358/mo
U.S.:$4,946/mo
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What families are saying about independent living in Kimberlin Heights

Recent reviews for independent living in Kimberlin Heights

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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Autumn Care in Knoxville, TN

4.5
They are doing a great job. The only thing is the scheduled cleaning is once a week and I think they may need it a little more often. I have been overall very pleased with Autumn care and with Brenda the administrator, they helped make this as painless as possible. They eat well and enjoy the ...
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Kimberlin Heights independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Kimberlin Heights independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Kimberlin Heights, 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 Kimberlin Heights 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 Kimberlin Heights partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Kimberlin Heights, TNNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
33.3%
20.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
50%
34.4%
No sugar
No sugar
50%
30.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
50%
33.6%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
16.7%
10.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Kimberlin Heights 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 Kimberlin Heights communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Kimberlin Heights, TNNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
50%
36.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
50%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
50%
37%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
16.7%
17.2%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Kimberlin Heights 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 Kimberlin Heights offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Kimberlin Heights, TNNational
Activity director
Activity director
50%
45.1%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
33.3%
28.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
33.3%
33%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
50%
47.5%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
50%
48.9%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
66.7%
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
33.3%
41.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
50%
47.1%
Live performances
Live performances
50%
46.8%
Dances
Dances
50%
33%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
50%
46.4%
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Frequently Asked Questions

South High Senior Living, Trinity Hills of Knoxville and Freedom Senior Living are the top-rated independent living facilities near Kimberlin Heights, Tennessee. See full list of communities.
There are 10 independent living facilities near Kimberlin Heights, Tennessee. See the full list.
The best independent living facilities near you in Kimberlin Heights, Tennessee are Park Place of Fountain City and StoryPoint Knoxville West. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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