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The cost of independent living in Oak Island is about $3,571 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 17 options. Read 326 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 Chesapeake Bay
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I rented sight unseen!!! The office staff was the reason. So helpful. Spent so much time to help me. Other properties wouldn’t even talk to me. The villas are SO quiet!! I love the dog park. Could not...
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.
Experience the daily vacation-style living at Chesapeake Bay, a luxury 55+ active adult community. Located in scenic Seabrook, Texas—minutes from Clear Lake Shore, the Boating Capital of Texas—our community offers one and two-bedroom residences, including both active adult apartments and charming...
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We have been very pleased overall with the care and services provided by the Delaney. We really appreciate how they adapted as my father's needs increased. They suggested memory care when it was obvious...
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.
The Delaney at South Shore is managed by Life Care Services®, An LCS® Company. Life Care Services ranked highest in customer satisfaction in the J.D. Power 2019 Senior Living Study and achieved the highest score in all seven study factors: resident services and activities; community staff; food...
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55 Floor plans available
9.5
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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.
Discover convenient services and compassionate care at The Waterford at Baytown in Baytown, TX, a charming and close-knit city located on Texas' scenic Gulf Coast. Our goal is to enrich the lives of our residents by providing an environment that is physically, mentally, spiritually and...
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My mother likes living there. The food is good and the staff is very supportive. The most important thing is the staff goes out of their way to care for their residents. My mother confirms that and I see...
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.
The Lodge at Pine Creek community is on a beautiful 17-acre setting in Baytown, Texas. A perfect blend of living options is available to fit your lifestyle-whether it be independent living, assisted living, or memory care. Our one-of-a-kind master-planned retirement community is secure and gated...
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The CNAs and med staff were awesome. Management had a lot of turnovers. We were there 3 weeks and management was fired or quit twice. Seems corporate cares more about the $ than the staff and residents. We...
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.
Sodalis Deer Park offers the perfect combination of lifestyle, designer touches, and a strong sense of community. Enjoy well-appointed apartments, a vibrant atmosphere, beautiful surroundings, and chef-prepared meals.Choose from a variety of engaging programs and activities, try out new...
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The friendliness of the entire staff is second to none. The amount of activities they have are incredible. My mom goes different places several times a week and she loves it. We would absolutely recommend...
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.
Embrace the next chapter of your life while unlocking a world of possibilities. Welcome to Grand Living at Tuscan Lakes — where the search for a remarkable all-inclusive senior living community ends and the dream continues.Grand Living offers independent living, assisted living, and memory care...
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55 Floor plans available
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What we like the most about Regal Estates is the teams responsiveness and we have already recommended them to other families and will continue to recommend them
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.
Located in South Shore Harbour, near the Texas Gulf Coast and southeast of Houston, Regal Estates offers the lifestyle that's just right for you. With proximity to lakeside activities, the beaches of Galveston Island and the historic Space Center Houston, this peaceful and picturesque community...
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I checked out all places recommended for my mom. I’m so glad I picked this place. It’s small apartments, and perfect for mom. The staff are excellent! The staff are kind, gentle, and attentive to my mom!...
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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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.
At last, a community that understands what you are looking for…..a place to call home.Shady Creek is a premier community offering a warm comfortable convenient address. Be swept away by both convenience and tranquility beginning with our shuttle to Baytown shopping, dining, medical and...
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Provides: Independent Living, Senior Apartments
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.
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
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: 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.
Located in a charming waterfront community, Proveer at South Shore is the scenic destination spot for seniors requiring assisted living or memory care services in League City. In addition to our care services, we provide vibrant and modern living amenities and benefits such as spacious floor...
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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This is such an amazing place for your loved ones. They truly do care about its residents. My patient was so happy here and misses it. They really do make you feel loved and like family here. Great staff.
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.

Cost of independent living in Oak Island, TX

The average cost of senior living in Oak Island is $3,571 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Anahuac, TX with an average of $2,415 per month.

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Oak Island, TX vs. nearby cities

Oak Island, TX
$3,571/mo
$2,415/mo

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Oak Island, TX vs. the state and national average

Oak Island, TX
$3,571/mo
$4,192/mo
U.S. national average
$4,033/mo

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Oak Island vs. other types of senior living

$4,879/mo
Independent Living
$3,571/mo

Median monthly costs of Independent Living in Oak Island, TX by room type

Semi-Private
$4,973/mo
Studio
$4,381/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,367/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,239/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$2,995/mo

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What families are saying about independent living in Oak Island

Recent reviews for independent living in Oak Island

Grand Living at Tuscan Lakes in League City, TX

4.5
I would highly recommend them for memory care. The care team has been amazing. They are communicative and really care for their residents. We have had a great experience with Grand Living. The staff has been amazing with my Mom and are so responsive. They love to have the family involved and ...
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Chesapeake Bay in Seabrook, TX

5.0
Its a great place to live. I enjoy the activities, especially the Karaoke and the meet and greet brunch. The swimming is one of my favorite places to be. I like to play chess with my neighbor. The bartender serves my favorite Merlot wine. The hair salon is top notch, [name removed] does a great ...
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Sodalis Deer Park

5.0
Sodalis was great! The staff are all very caring. They treat us like family. I was so happy that my mother was there in her final days. They would have done anything to help us. I didn't know that at first. So much better than where mom had been

Oak Island independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Oak Island independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Oak Island, 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 Oak Island 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 Oak Island partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Oak Island, TXNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
18.8%
20.1%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
31.3%
33.5%
No sugar
No sugar
31.3%
30.2%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
25%
32.8%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
18.8%
8.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Oak Island 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 Oak Island communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Oak Island, TXNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
31.3%
35.7%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
37.5%
42.7%
Room service
Room service
37.5%
36.2%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
12.5%
17%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Oak Island 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 Oak Island offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Oak Island, TXNational
Activity director
Activity director
37.5%
44.2%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
25%
27.8%
Community service programs
Community service programs
25%
32.2%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
37.5%
47.2%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
43.8%
48.3%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
43.8%
53.5%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
31.3%
42.1%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
43.8%
37.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
37.5%
40.7%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
37.5%
46.5%
Live performances
Live performances
43.8%
46.2%
Dances
Dances
43.8%
31.9%
Fitness center
Fitness center
43.8%
39.2%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
43.8%
45.7%
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Frequently Asked Questions

Chesapeake Bay, The Delaney at South Shore and The Waterford at Baytown are the top-rated independent living facilities near Oak Island, Texas. See full list of communities.

There are 17 independent living facilities near Oak Island, Texas. See the full list.

The best independent living facility near you in Oak Island, Texas is Sodalis Deer Park. This independent living community received the highest ranking based on verified family reviews.

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