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The cost of independent living in Santa Fe is about $3,776 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 10 options. Read 357 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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The highest-rated senior living communities stand out for their exceptional care and support of seniors in independent living, assisted living, memory care and home care. Our Best of Senior Living Award winners represent the top reviewed senior care providers nationwide based on reviews submitted by residents and families.

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Photo of Chesapeake Bay
66 Photos available
9.8
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20 reviews
9.8
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20 reviews
5 star
80%
4 star
15%
3 star
5%
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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
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.
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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Photo of Village on the Park at Friendswood
1010 Photos available
33 Floor plans available
9.7
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41 reviews
9.7
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41 reviews
5 star
85%
4 star
15%
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0%
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The staff is accommodating and we are pleased with the facility.The residents are kind and welcoming. The food selections are very good and maintenance is responsive to any needs. I would recommend this...
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.
Embark on the best years of your life at Village on the Park. Enjoy active senior living at its finest and discover our LOVE, FUN and WOW! Our convenient location on 528 in the heart of Friendswood is within easy reach from Dickinson, League City and NASA Bay. Imagine a cruise ship on land,...
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1616 Photos available
9.5
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223 reviews
9.5
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223 reviews
5 star
71%
4 star
24%
3 star
4%
2 star
1%
1 star
0%
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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.
Welcome to Sodalis Texas City, located in Texas City, Texas, offering exceptional assisted living options for seniors in the Houston area.Sodalis Texas City is an intimate, senior living community designed to provide optimal comfort, care and privacy. Some features include:Private and shared...
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Photo of Orchard Park at Victory Lakes
77 Photos available
66 Floor plans available
8.6
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90 reviews
8.6
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90 reviews
5 star
57%
4 star
21%
3 star
13%
2 star
6%
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Cleanliness is getting better. Quality of care is up and down. OP is in a climate of change now. They have a new management company. They have new use of iPad's by all care partners to meet and track...
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.
Orchard Park Victory Lakes is an assisted living community located in League City, Texas in the county of Galveston. For seniors that enjoy water activities, like boating or fishing, Galveston Bay is only about 6 miles from the Orchard Park Victory Lakes community. Because Texas weather is...
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2020 Photos available
8.0
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8.0
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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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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.
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.
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
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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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Cost of independent living in Santa Fe, TX

The average cost of senior living in Santa Fe is $3,776 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Seabrook, TX with an average of $3,453 per month.

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Santa Fe, TX vs. nearby cities

Santa Fe, TX
$3,776/mo
$3,660/mo
$4,144/mo

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

Santa Fe, TX
$3,776/mo
$4,192/mo
U.S. national average
$4,035/mo

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Santa Fe vs. other types of senior living

$4,841/mo
Independent Living
$3,776/mo

Median monthly costs of Independent Living in Santa Fe, TX by room type

Semi-Private
$3,850/mo
Studio
$4,555/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,387/mo
2 Bedroom
$6,109/mo

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What families are saying about independent living in Santa Fe

Recent reviews for independent living in Santa Fe

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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Precisive Care I and II in Pearland, TX

5.0
I was connected with [name removed] and Precisive Care through an agency when I needed to move my dad to our 4th care home. I have experienced multiple care homes so I feel like I have good perspective on the topic when I say I love this place. Administration at other care homes have been slow ...
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Reunion Court of Clear Lake in Houston, TX

4.9
It is a very nice community. Our loved one had dementia and it was very hard for her to be happy but, I feel the care givers tried very hard to make her feel comfortable and happy. They seemed to always have some sort or activity going on and the food was very good also.

Santa Fe independent living services and amenities

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

Watercrest at Shadow Creek Ranch, Chesapeake Bay and Village on the Park at Friendswood are the top-rated independent living facilities near Santa Fe, Texas. See full list of communities.

There are 10 independent living facilities near Santa Fe, Texas. See the full list.

The best independent living facilities near you in Santa Fe, Texas are Watercrest at Shadow Creek Ranch, Proverbial Care and Brookdale Clear Lake. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.

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