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The cost of independent living in Sunny Side is about $4,280 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 62 options. Read 1305 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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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
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: 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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At Clarewood House there was an issue with the refrigerator. It was warm and his food went bad. I e-mailed them a couple of times and the week after he moved in the refrigerator still wasn't cold. I went to...
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.
Clarewood HouseClarewood House is an assisted living community located in Houston, TX. Houston is located in Houston County and is home to just over 2.239 million people. Houston is a bustling city with a lot of businesses, stores, sports and shopping where residents will love getting out and...
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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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My mom was at the heights tower for several years. It was a pretty good place but they are beginning a remodeling of the whole place, trying to redo every apartment. It looked like it was up in the air how...
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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Cost of independent living in Sunny Side, TX

The average cost of senior living in Sunny Side is $4,280 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Galena Park, TX with an average of $4,156 per month.

Independent living costs in Sunny Side, TX, vs. nearby cities

Sunny Side, TX
$4,280/mo

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

Sunny Side, TX
$4,280/mo
$4,246/mo
U.S. national average
$4,203/mo

Independent living costs in Sunny Side, TX, vs. other senior living options

$5,097/mo
Independent Living
$4,280/mo

Independent living costs in Sunny Side, TX, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$4,458/mo
Studio
$4,657/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,791/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,429/mo

Senior living costs in Sunny Side 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: Sunny Side, TX
Column state: Texas
Column national: U.S.
Community typeSunny Side, TXTexasU.S.
Independent Living$4,280/mo$4,246/mo$4,203/mo
Assisted Living$4,786/mo$4,774/mo$4,740/mo
Memory Care$5,097/mo$4,941/mo$5,004/mo
Independent Living
Sunny Side, TX:$4,280/mo
Texas:$4,246/mo
U.S.:$4,203/mo
Assisted Living
Sunny Side, TX:$4,786/mo
Texas:$4,774/mo
U.S.:$4,740/mo
Memory Care
Sunny Side, TX:$5,097/mo
Texas:$4,941/mo
U.S.:$5,004/mo
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What families are saying about independent living in Sunny Side

Recent reviews for independent living in Sunny Side

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

Varied dining options. Reviews at The Village of Tanglewood, Brookdale West University, and Watercrest at Shadow Creek Ranch express appreciation for the delicious meals and restaurant-style dining experiences offered at various communities. Residents enjoy the choice of dining options, including sit-down and bi ...
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Friendly and welcoming staff. Several reviews from Brookdale West University, Lone Star Living, and Watercrest at Shadow Creek Ranch praise the kindness and attentiveness of staff members. They are often described as going above and beyond to ensure residents feel at home and cared for.
Beautiful and well-maintained facilities. Reviews for Watercrest at Shadow Creek Ranch, The Forum at Memorial Woods, and Trinity Oaks of Pearland highlight the cleanliness and attractiveness of community spaces, including the common areas and apartments. The grounds and amenities are frequently mentioned as well-maintained and stu ...
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Engaging activities and social events. Communities such as The Village of Tanglewood, Lone Star Living, and Watercrest at Shadow Creek Ranch offer a variety of activities and social events to keep residents active and engaged. These include concerts, outings, and regular scheduled events.
Affordable pricing. Numerous reviews from Lone Star Living, St. Dominic Village, and Watercrest at Shadow Creek Ranch mention the value for money they receive at their respective communities, making affordability a major factor in their overall satisfaction.
Proactive and responsive staff. Reviews for Watercrest at Shadow Creek Ranch, Trinity Oaks of Pearland, and Lone Star Living highlight the importance of staff responsiveness when addressing maintenance requests and communication with residents and their families. Many residents express gratitude for the prompt attention ...
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Sunny Side independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Sunny Side independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Sunny Side, 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 Sunny Side 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 Sunny Side partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Sunny Side, TXNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
23.2%
20.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
48.2%
34.4%
No sugar
No sugar
42.9%
30.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
50%
33.6%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
23.2%
10.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Sunny Side 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 Sunny Side communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Sunny Side, TXNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
44.6%
36.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
55.4%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
46.4%
37%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
21.4%
17.2%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Sunny Side 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 Sunny Side offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Sunny Side, TXNational
Activity director
Activity director
62.5%
45.1%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
32.1%
28.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
44.6%
33%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
51.8%
47.5%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
62.5%
48.9%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
58.9%
54%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
57.1%
42.9%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
50%
38.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
48.2%
41.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
58.9%
47.1%
Live performances
Live performances
62.5%
46.8%
Dances
Dances
44.6%
33%
Fitness center
Fitness center
41.1%
39.5%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
60.7%
46.4%
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Watercrest at Shadow Creek Ranch, Atria Westchase and The Landing at Watercrest Shadow Creek Ranch are the top-rated independent living facilities near Sunny Side, Texas. See full list of communities.
There are 62 independent living facilities near Sunny Side, Texas. See the full list.
The best independent living facilities near you in Sunny Side, Texas are Atria Westchase, Chesapeake Bay and Ella Springs Senior Living Community. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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