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10 Best Independent Living Communities in Watts Bar Estates, TN

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The cost of independent living in Watts Bar Estates is about $3,499 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 107 options. Read 1478 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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Beautiful facility with a band new exquisite wing adding 20 suites. Staff is wonderful, caring & attentive. I’ve had experience with other properties who look great in appearance and talk it up in the tour,...
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.
Autumn Care Assisted Living Autumn Care Assisted Living is an assisted living community taking care of seniors and is nestled among the foothills of the Great Smoky Mountains in Knoxville, Tennessee. Our assisted living community has beautiful outdoor patio and garden areas that give our...
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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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...
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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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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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My ratings are based on the pandemic. The doors are locked as is the office. You have to make an appointment to see the staff. The only staff member is a maintenance man that we are able to talk to. The...
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.
Secure independence and relaxation for your relative in beautiful North Cleveland Towers when you need a superior senior housing in Bradley County of Cleveland, Tennessee. Picturesquely located between the ridges and rolling hills of Tennessee, on a clear morning you may be able to catch a...
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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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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: 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, 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.
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
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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.
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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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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: 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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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.
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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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...

Cost of independent living in Watts Bar Estates, TN

The average cost of senior living in Watts Bar Estates is $3,499 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Oliver Springs, TN with an average of $3,123 per month.

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Watts Bar Estates, TN vs. nearby cities

Watts Bar Estates, TN
$3,499/mo
$3,332/mo

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Watts Bar Estates, TN vs. the state and national average

Watts Bar Estates, TN
$3,499/mo
U.S. national average
$4,052/mo

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Watts Bar Estates vs. other types of senior living

$3,986/mo
Independent Living
$3,499/mo

Median monthly costs of Independent Living in Watts Bar Estates, TN by room type

Semi-Private
$3,718/mo
Studio
$4,566/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,855/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,238/mo

Average cost of Independent Living in Watts Bar Estates over time

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What families are saying about independent living in Watts Bar Estates

Recent reviews for independent living in Watts Bar Estates

River Oaks Place - Loudon

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

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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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.

Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Friendly and caring staff. Several reviews for Viva Senior Living at Oak Ridge, Park Place of Fountain City, and The Garden Plaza at Cleveland mention the kindness and dedication of the staff members, who go above and beyond to help residents and their families. They take the time to get to know their residents' nee ...
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Varied activities for residents. At Holiday Echo Ridge, Park Place of Fountain City, and Garden Plaza Of Greenbriar Cove, residents enjoy a wide range of activities, from games and hobbies to outings and social events. For example, at Garden Plaza Of Greenbriar Cove, residents participate in activities like exercise c ...
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Delicious meals and dining experiences. Nutritious and tasty meals are a highlight at various senior living communities. Residents of Sherrill Hills Retirement Resort, Park Place of Fountain City, and The Garden Plaza at Cleveland praise the quality of the food and the accommodating nature of the staff, who cater to dietary rest ...
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Beautifully maintained grounds and living spaces. Several reviews for Park Place of Fountain City, The Garden Plaza at Cleveland, and Garden Plaza Of Greenbriar Cove mention the cleanliness and upkeep of the communities, with particular praise for the well-maintained grounds and gardens, creating a peaceful and calming atmosphere.
Access to health care services on-site. At Holiday Echo Ridge, Sherrill Hills Retirement Resort, and Park Place of Fountain City, residents have access to health care services without leaving the community, providing peace of mind for both residents and their families.
Welcoming atmosphere for residents and families. Throughout reviews, the friendly and inclusive atmosphere of senior living communities is highlighted. Families and residents at Holiday Echo Ridge, Park Place of Fountain City, and The Garden Plaza at Cleveland express appreciation for the welcoming nature of the staff and the sense of co ...
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Watts Bar Estates independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Watts Bar Estates independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Watts Bar Estates, 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 Watts Bar Estates 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 Watts Bar Estates 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
35.7%
20.3%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
38.8%
33.8%
No sugar
No sugar
37.8%
30.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
39.8%
33.1%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
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Availability of select dining options in Watts Bar Estates 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 Watts Bar Estates communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
28.6%
36%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
38.8%
43%
Room service
Room service
33.7%
36.5%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
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17.2%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Watts Bar Estates 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 Watts Bar Estates offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
50%
44.5%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
28.6%
28%
Community service programs
Community service programs
40.8%
32.5%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
51%
47.6%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
46.9%
48.6%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
60.2%
53.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
46.9%
42.4%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
40.8%
37.5%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
42.9%
41.1%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
46.9%
46.9%
Live performances
Live performances
45.9%
46.5%
Dances
Dances
33.7%
32.3%
Fitness center
Fitness center
27.6%
39.5%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
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46.1%
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Sycamore Trace, StoryPoint Knoxville West and Park Place of Fountain City are the top-rated independent living facilities near Watts Bar Estates, Tennessee. See full list of communities.

There are 107 independent living facilities near Watts Bar Estates, Tennessee. See the full list.

The best independent living facilities near you in Watts Bar Estates, Tennessee are Sycamore Trace and StoryPoint Knoxville West. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.

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