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The cost of independent living in Morristown is about $3,469 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 112 options. Read 1535 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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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Burton Plaza Apartments, in Rogersville, Hawkins County, Tennessee, is a beautiful two story community for seniors (specifically, disabled or residents 62 years or older). It is seated in an historic area of Tennessee, so is perfect for the avid history buff. Burton Plaza, in Hopkins County, is...
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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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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
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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.
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.
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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: 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, Memory Care
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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.
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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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...
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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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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.
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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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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: 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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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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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: 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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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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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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Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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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.
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.
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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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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Eastbrook Station II is located in Harlan Kentucky and continues to be an assisted living facility who caters to senior citizens who are in need of round the clock care. If you are a loved one looking for a safe, inviting and professional facility to take care of your family member's needs,...

Cost of independent living in Morristown, TN

The average cost of senior living in Morristown is $3,469 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Sneedville, TN with an average of $2,129 per month.

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

Morristown, TN
$3,469/mo

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

Morristown, TN
$3,469/mo
U.S. national average
$4,160/mo

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

$3,161/mo
Independent Living
$3,469/mo

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

Semi-Private
$4,310/mo
Studio
$4,530/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,864/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,848/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$3,756/mo

Senior living costs in Morristown 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: Morristown, TN
Column state: Tennessee
Column national: U.S.
Community typeMorristown, TNTennesseeU.S.
Independent Living$3,469/mo$3,785/mo$4,160/mo
Assisted Living$3,161/mo$4,271/mo$4,703/mo
Memory Care$3,161/mo$4,363/mo$4,954/mo
Independent Living
Morristown, TN:$3,469/mo
Tennessee:$3,785/mo
U.S.:$4,160/mo
Assisted Living
Morristown, TN:$3,161/mo
Tennessee:$4,271/mo
U.S.:$4,703/mo
Memory Care
Morristown, TN:$3,161/mo
Tennessee:$4,363/mo
U.S.:$4,954/mo
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Independent living costs in Morristown, TN, over time

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

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Morristown 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
Morristown, 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%
Morristown, 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 Morristown

Recent reviews for independent living in Morristown

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 the staff at various communities. For example, at Holiday Echo Ridge, residents and their families express appreciation for the personal connections and support provided by caregivers. At Park Place of Fountain City, staff members are ...
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Varied activity offerings. Reviews highlight the importance of engaging activities for residents, with many communities providing diverse options to encourage socializing. At Park Place of Fountain City, for instance, activities such as movie nights, museum outings, and gardening classes help residents stay active and i ...
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Well-maintained facilities. Many reviews stress the importance of maintaining clean and updated living spaces for residents' comfort and safety. At Sherrill Hills Retirement Resort, residents appreciate the attention given to the public rooms and individual apartments. At Mountain Brook Village Senior Living, Mountain ...
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Flexible meal options. Frequent mentions of quality meals and dining experiences illustrate the significance of food in residents' satisfaction with their communities. At Park Place of Fountain City, the chef accommodates individual preferences and dietary restrictions, making mealtimes enjoyable. At Holiday Echo R ...
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Personalized care and attention. Several reviews report instances of personalized care and accommodations that enhance residents' experiences. At Mountain Brook Village Senior Living, Mountain Brook Village residents feel included and safe in their community. At Park Place of Fountain City, staff members work hard to meet r ...
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Adaptable to changing circumstances. Reviews demonstrate the importance of adapting to residents' evolving needs and circumstances. For example, at Park Place of Fountain City, when a loved one passed away, staff members continued to provide support and care. At Mountain Brook Village Senior Living, the community offered rides ...
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Morristown independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Morristown independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Morristown, 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 Morristown 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 Morristown 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
25.3%
20.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
36.4%
34.4%
No sugar
No sugar
34.3%
30.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
35.4%
33.6%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
16.2%
10.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Morristown 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 Morristown communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Morristown, TNNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
26.3%
36.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
32.3%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
30.3%
37%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
10.1%
17.2%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Morristown 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 Morristown offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Morristown, TNNational
Activity director
Activity director
41.4%
45.1%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
30.3%
28.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
29.3%
33%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
49.5%
47.5%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
43.4%
48.9%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
55.6%
54%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
43.4%
42.9%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
29.3%
38.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
34.3%
41.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
42.4%
47.1%
Live performances
Live performances
43.4%
46.8%
Dances
Dances
29.3%
33%
Fitness center
Fitness center
22.2%
39.5%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
41.4%
46.4%
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TerraBella Morristown, Brookdale Rock Springs and Park Place of Fountain City are the top-rated independent living facilities near Morristown, Tennessee. See full list of communities.
There are 112 independent living facilities near Morristown, Tennessee. See the full list.
The best independent living facilities near you in Morristown, 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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