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10 Best Independent Living Communities in North Houston, TX

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The cost of independent living in North Houston is about $4,301 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 42 options. Read 1722 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 Champions Healthcare at Willowbrook
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66 Floor plans available
7.1
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The staff is extremely helpful and kind to my mother who has been with them for three months. My mother had a history of disruptive behavior, but the caring and patient staff made her feel at home and...
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.
Living Life WellSure, you have options for senior living in Houston. But not many of them look like this. We think one visit and you’ll see that we stand out in a crowd, not just because our building often feels more like a resort than what you’d typically think of senior living. It’s also...
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Photo of The Auberge at Cypresswood
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7.0
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20 reviews
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[name removed] and [name removed] are very capable and have a passion about serving the residents. They inspire the staff to excellence. The care is very intensive, so I am sure that it is expensive. It...
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.
The Auberge at Cypresswood is a neighborhood specially designed to serve the needs of individuals living with Alzheimer's disease, dementia and other forms of memory loss. Every day we make it a goal to go above and beyond to enrich the lives of our residents. The staff is committed to delivering...
Photo of The Laurel at Vintage Park
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1.5
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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.
The Laurel at Vintage Park is a 55+ Active Adult Apartment Community located in Tomball, TX. Our apartments offer thoughtfully-designed 1 and 2-bedroom apartment homes and resort-inspired amenities, including a pool, fitness center, coffee and wine bar, and more.
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Photo of Novellus Cypresswood Assisted Living and Memory Care
44 Floor plans available
8.5
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67 reviews
8.5
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67 reviews
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5 on all - seriously its an amazing place. It's small. Memory care only has 13 beds. Great staff knows the family members by name. Always getting updated when we can't be there. They get everyone out of bed...
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.
Nestled in a quiet suburb outside of Houston and graced with stately white columns and expansive porches, Novellus Cypresswood is a vibrant community designed to help older people enjoy the benefits of an active lifestyle – and experience greater well-being.Now open, this inviting residence...
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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.
Photo of North Houston Transitional Care
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.
Photo of Arella on Jones Active Senior Community
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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.
Enjoy extraordinary experiences in a luxurious 55+ senior living community. Amenities include a spacious 25,000 square foot clubhouse. With an enchanting ambiance and unparalleled amenities, Arella Jones is one of the most unique active senior communities in Houston.Arella on Jones is an...
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I don't understand these other reviews here because I have a totally different experience at the Pinemont Apartments. People here in the office are friendly and very helpful. In fact the first person I...
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 The Bellaire Senior Lodges
1515 Photos available
Provides: Independent Living
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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.
It is our pleasure to welcome you to THE BELLAIRE LODGES, the newest, most unique and innovative concept in Independent Senior Living, located on 1.72 acres in Spring, Texas.Our design will offer residents a smaller, more intimate setting, while retaining individual privacy and freedom from daily...
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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.
Located between I-45 and Tomball Parkway, Wood Glen Court is an assisted living community just west of Kuydendahl Road, Spring Texas. We are convenient to the best in local shopping, dinning and culture for the pleasure of you and your visiting friends and family. With ample parking for both...
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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.
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Photo of Park Shadows Retirement Community
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.

Cost of independent living in North Houston, TX

The average cost of senior living in North Houston is $4,301 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Oak Ridge North, TX with an average of $4,013 per month.

Independent living costs in North Houston, TX, vs. nearby cities

North Houston, TX
$4,301/mo

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

North Houston, TX
$4,301/mo
$4,246/mo
U.S. national average
$4,203/mo

Independent living costs in North Houston, TX, vs. other senior living options

$5,194/mo
Independent Living
$4,301/mo

Independent living costs in North Houston, TX, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$4,122/mo
Studio
$4,914/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,317/mo
2 Bedroom
$4,921/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$3,857/mo

Senior living costs in North Houston 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: North Houston, TX
Column state: Texas
Column national: U.S.
Community typeNorth Houston, TXTexasU.S.
Independent Living$4,301/mo$4,246/mo$4,203/mo
Assisted Living$4,899/mo$4,774/mo$4,740/mo
Memory Care$5,194/mo$4,941/mo$5,004/mo
Independent Living
North Houston, TX:$4,301/mo
Texas:$4,246/mo
U.S.:$4,203/mo
Assisted Living
North Houston, TX:$4,899/mo
Texas:$4,774/mo
U.S.:$4,740/mo
Memory Care
North Houston, TX:$5,194/mo
Texas:$4,941/mo
U.S.:$5,004/mo
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What families are saying about independent living in North Houston

Recent reviews for independent living in North Houston

The Tradition - Buffalo Speedway in Houston, TX

4.7
We are still getting settled and sorting out our belongings since we brought more than we need, so we haven't participated in many activities yet. We are pleased with our choice a nd so are the people we have met, many of whom have been here since they opened. It is working very well for us.

Good Living Community Care in Houston, TX

5.0
We chose Good Living Community Care because of the convenient location and they worked really hard to get my dad into dialysis. The room sizes here were pretty good for what he needed. As assisted living, I would recommend to others looking.

Optimum Personal Care - Sugar Land

5.0
5 on all of the above categories, it has been an excellent experience at Optimum Personal Care - Sugar Land. The facility is very clean and the staff is very Godly, which meant a lot to our family. I absolutely recommend this facility to anybody looking for assisted living.

Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Diverse activities to cater to various interests. Residents at several communities, including Elison Park Independent Living, Copperfield Estates, and Paradise Springs, appreciate the wide range of activities offered. From bingo and hymn sings to crafts groups and exercise classes, there is something for every resident to enjoy.
Friendly and helpful staff members. Reviews consistently mention the kind and caring nature of staff members across different communities, such as Elison Park Independent Living, Paradise Springs, and The Solana Preserve Vintage Park, making it easy for residents and their families to feel at ease.
Affordable pricing and value for money. Budget-conscious families find peace of mind in the reasonable pricing and value for money offered by communities like The Conservatory at Champion Forest, Paradise Springs, and Elison Park Independent Living. Some communities even include utilities and cable TV in the rent.
Variety of apartment sizes and layouts. Several residents share their satisfaction with the selection of apartment sizes available in communities like Village on the Park at Steeplechase, Copperfield Estates, and Ella Springs Senior Living Community, allowing them to find the perfect fit for their needs.
Comfortable and clean living spaces. Reviews highlight the cleanliness and comfort of living spaces in communities like Elison Park Independent Living, Copperfield Estates, and Paradise Springs, providing residents with a sense of pride and relaxation in their homes.
Access to on-site amenities and services. Communities such as The Conservatory at Champion Forest, Copperfield Estates, and Elison Park Independent Living offer various on-site amenities and services, including laundry facilities, beauty salons, physical therapy offices, and community buses for shopping and outings.
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North Houston independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in North Houston independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in North Houston, 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 North Houston 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 North Houston partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
North Houston, TXNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
32.4%
20.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
62.2%
34.4%
No sugar
No sugar
56.8%
30.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
35.1%
33.6%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
13.5%
10.5%
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Availability of select dining options in North Houston 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 North Houston communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
North Houston, TXNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
51.4%
36.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
62.2%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
54.1%
37%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
24.3%
17.2%
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Availability of select programs and activities in North Houston 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 North Houston offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
North Houston, TXNational
Activity director
Activity director
62.2%
45.1%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
48.6%
28.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
51.4%
33%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
75.7%
47.5%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
75.7%
48.9%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
78.4%
54%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
56.8%
42.9%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
64.9%
38.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
67.6%
41.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
75.7%
47.1%
Live performances
Live performances
73%
46.8%
Dances
Dances
59.5%
33%
Fitness center
Fitness center
48.6%
39.5%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
75.7%
46.4%
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