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10 Best Independent Living Communities in Elgin, TX

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The cost of independent living in Elgin is about $4,207 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 28 options. Read 563 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.
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Cost of independent living in Elgin, TX

The average cost of senior living in Elgin is $4,207 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Thrall, TX with an average of $3,565 per month.

Independent living costs in Elgin, TX, vs. nearby cities

Elgin, TX
$4,207/mo
$4,078/mo
$4,415/mo

Independent living costs in Elgin, TX, vs. state and national averages

Elgin, TX
$4,207/mo
$4,246/mo
U.S. national average
$4,153/mo

Independent living costs in Elgin, TX, vs. other senior living options

$5,403/mo
Independent Living
$4,207/mo

Independent living costs in Elgin, TX, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$3,833/mo
Studio
$4,781/mo
1 Bedroom
$3,858/mo
2 Bedroom
$4,384/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$3,500/mo

Senior living costs in Elgin 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: Elgin, TX
Column state: Texas
Column national: U.S.
Community typeElgin, TXTexasU.S.
Independent Living$4,207/mo$4,246/mo$4,153/mo
Assisted Living$5,069/mo$4,770/mo$4,698/mo
Memory Care$5,403/mo$4,936/mo$4,946/mo
Independent Living
Elgin, TX:$4,207/mo
Texas:$4,246/mo
U.S.:$4,153/mo
Assisted Living
Elgin, TX:$5,069/mo
Texas:$4,770/mo
U.S.:$4,698/mo
Memory Care
Elgin, TX:$5,403/mo
Texas:$4,936/mo
U.S.:$4,946/mo
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What families are saying about independent living in Elgin

Recent reviews for independent living in Elgin

Sundara Senior Living in Round Rock, TX

5.0
My father joined the Sundara community a week ago. He is very happy there. He told my sister that they they treat him like royalty. It is a loving community where he gets the best care possible. The staff goes out of their way to ensure he has everything he needs to be well cared for both ...
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Sage Park Austin

4.0
The front office staff at Juniper Village at Spicewood Summit is friendly and calm The care staff nursing is great, but some of the day to day care staff do not perform up to expected standards with brief changes. For example: 2 different staff member occurrences within 7 months. Families have ...
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Fairway Vista II in Round Rock, TX

4.8
What a blessing to have found this facility! Located in a regular, upscale residential area of Round Rock my loved one actually felt as if he had moved into a new home. I was able to take him on walks around the neighborhood or sit with him on the front porch to watch the activities of the ...
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Elgin independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Elgin independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Elgin, 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 Elgin 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 Elgin partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Elgin, TXNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
19.2%
20.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
42.3%
34.4%
No sugar
No sugar
42.3%
30.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
30.8%
33.6%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
19.2%
10.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Elgin 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 Elgin communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Elgin, TXNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
38.5%
36.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
38.5%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
42.3%
37%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
26.9%
17.2%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Elgin 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 Elgin offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Elgin, TXNational
Activity director
Activity director
61.5%
45.1%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
42.3%
28.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
57.7%
33%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
50%
47.5%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
76.9%
48.9%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
73.1%
54%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
50%
42.9%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
53.8%
38.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
61.5%
41.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
65.4%
47.1%
Live performances
Live performances
65.4%
46.8%
Dances
Dances
53.8%
33%
Fitness center
Fitness center
53.8%
39.5%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
69.2%
46.4%
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Frequently Asked Questions

Amberlin Pflugerville, The Conservatory at North Austin and Provident Crossings Retirement Resort are the top-rated independent living facilities near Elgin, Texas. See full list of communities.
There are 28 independent living facilities near Elgin, Texas. See the full list.
The best independent living facilities near you in Elgin, Texas are The Waterford at Round Rock, Atria at the Arboretum and Pavilion at Great Hills. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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