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The cost of independent living in Kinzel Springs is about $3,523 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 121 options. Read 1869 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 Morning Pointe of Athens
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I would highly recommend this community. It has been a great difference compared to the other community that my loved one came from. This is a great organization.
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.
Conveniently located not far from downtown Athens, near Athens Regional Hospital and doctor's offices, Morning Pointe of Athens is a single level, state-of-the-art, assisted living community offering 44 spacious apartments with multiple floor plan choices. Providing Care, Preserving Dignity At...
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My mom went from resident, through hospice at Wellington. Through the entire healthcare system including three area hospitals, and three rehab skilled nursing facilities, Wellington provided not only the...
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.
Wellington Manor Assisted Living is an exceptional assisted living and intimate-area memory care community in Newport, Tennessee. Nestled in the mountains of East Tennessee on the Pigeon River, Newport is a vibrant city with stunning scenic views, a historic downtown area and an abundance of...
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What a warm and welcoming community. Smells good walking in and residents are happy and the managers are extremely professional and friendly. Great communication and always something holding on. Wellington...
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.
Wellington Manor Knoxville is located in northern Knox County. An inviting, homespun community, much like the surrounding countryside, Wellington Manor Knoxville is home to warm hearts and panoramic views of Black Oak Ridge. We offer accommodations for those who may require assistance in their...
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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.
Photo of Shannondale of Maryville
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living, Senior Apartments
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.
Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Shannondale of Maryville opened in March of 2002. We are a Membership Based Community offering Continuing Care to our residents. Our 34-acre campus offers 66 Independent Living Homes & Villas and 89 Retirement Center Apartments -Though each of our facilities is unique in character they are...
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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: 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.
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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: 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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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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Photo of Riverview Apartments
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 Prime West Knoxville
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.
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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.
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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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 Morningside Gardens
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: 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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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
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.
Photo of Heritage Assisted Living Papermill Knoxville TN
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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.
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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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
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.
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 Atria Lakebrook Place
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.
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 Shannondale Assisted Living
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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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
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.
Photo of The Pines
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.

Cost of independent living in Kinzel Springs, TN

The average cost of senior living in Kinzel Springs is $3,523 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Blaine, TN with an average of $3,027 per month.

Independent living costs in Kinzel Springs, TN, vs. nearby cities

Kinzel Springs, TN
$3,531/mo
$3,433/mo
$3,527/mo

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

Kinzel Springs, TN
$3,531/mo
U.S. national average
$4,161/mo

Independent living costs in Kinzel Springs, TN, vs. other senior living options

$3,951/mo
Independent Living
$3,531/mo

Independent living costs in Kinzel Springs, TN, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$4,235/mo
Studio
$4,555/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,757/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,856/mo

Senior living costs in Kinzel Springs 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: Kinzel Springs, TN
Column state: Tennessee
Column national: U.S.
Community typeKinzel Springs, TNTennesseeU.S.
Independent Living$3,531/mo$3,789/mo$4,161/mo
Assisted Living$3,880/mo$4,273/mo$4,705/mo
Memory Care$3,951/mo$4,365/mo$4,955/mo
Independent Living
Kinzel Springs, TN:$3,531/mo
Tennessee:$3,789/mo
U.S.:$4,161/mo
Assisted Living
Kinzel Springs, TN:$3,880/mo
Tennessee:$4,273/mo
U.S.:$4,705/mo
Memory Care
Kinzel Springs, TN:$3,951/mo
Tennessee:$4,365/mo
U.S.:$4,955/mo
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Independent living costs in Kinzel Springs, TN, over time

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

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Kinzel Springs 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
Kinzel Springs, TN$2,687/mo$2,568/mo+4.6%
Tennessee$2,903/mo$2,940/mo-1.3%
National$3,261/mo$3,166/mo+3.0%
Kinzel Springs, TN
2024 average cost:$2,687/mo
2023 average cost:$2,568/mo
Percent change:+4.6%
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 Kinzel Springs

Recent reviews for independent living in Kinzel Springs

River Oaks Place - Loudon

5.0
I've enjoyed all the times I've been here.

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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Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Friendly and Caring Staff. Several reviews mention the kindness and attentiveness of staff members at various communities, including Viva Senior Living at Oak Ridge and Park Place of Fountain City, who go above and beyond to help residents and their families. They take the time to get to know residents' needs and pref ...
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Varied Activities for Residents. Residents at communities like Park Place of Fountain City and Mountain Brook Village Senior Living enjoy a wide range of activities that cater to various interests and abilities. These include games, social events, hobbies, and outings to local attractions, providing opportunities for reside ...
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Cleanliness and Maintenance. Reviews consistently praise the cleanliness and upkeep of different communities, such as Mountain Brook Village Senior Living and Holiday Echo Ridge, where residents appreciate the well-maintained living areas and common spaces. Regular cleaning, repairs, and updates help ensure a comfortabl ...
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Access to Essential Services and Amenities. Residents at Viva Senior Living at Oak Ridge and Sherrill Hills Retirement Resort value the convenience of having essential services and amenities on-site or nearby, such as transportation to medical appointments, grocery stores, and pharmacies. This not only saves time but also provides pea ...
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Supportive Community Atmosphere. Fostering a warm and inclusive environment is crucial at senior living communities, as seen in reviews for Park Place of Fountain City and Mountain Brook Village Senior Living. Staff and residents create a welcoming atmosphere, helping newcomers feel at home and fostering long-lasting friend ...
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Flexible Meal Options and Nutritious Meals. At communities like Sherrill Hills Retirement Resort and Park Place of Fountain City, meals are an essential part of the living experience. Residents express satisfaction with the quality and variety of meals offered, with some communities accommodating dietary restrictions and individual pr ...
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Kinzel Springs independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Kinzel Springs independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Kinzel Springs, 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 Kinzel Springs 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 Kinzel Springs partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
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Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
32.1%
20.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
37.7%
34.4%
No sugar
No sugar
35.8%
30.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
39.6%
33.6%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
14.2%
10.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Kinzel Springs 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 Kinzel Springs communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Kinzel Springs, TNNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
30.2%
36.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
38.7%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
34.9%
37%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
17%
17.2%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Kinzel Springs 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 Kinzel Springs offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Kinzel Springs, TNNational
Activity director
Activity director
46.2%
45.1%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
33%
28.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
35.8%
33%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
52.8%
47.5%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
49.1%
48.9%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
57.5%
54%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
47.2%
42.9%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
36.8%
38.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
41.5%
41.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
49.1%
47.1%
Live performances
Live performances
49.1%
46.8%
Dances
Dances
37.7%
33%
Fitness center
Fitness center
24.5%
39.5%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
48.1%
46.4%
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