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10 Best Independent Living Communities in The Hills, TX

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The cost of independent living in The Hills is about $4,304 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 15 options. Read 289 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 Lake Travis Independent Living
1010 Photos available
33 Floor plans available
9.1
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20 reviews
9.1
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Lake Travis Independent Living is a very high quality facility for independent senior living. The building seems to be well built with attractive apartments and generally well maintained.The management and...
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.
Welcome to Lake Travis Independent Living, a newly built Independent Living community. It has 140 pet-friendly apartments, luxurious amenities like a theater and library, and lots of living space with 30 percent devoted to common areas. Here you’ll enjoy daily chef-prepared meals, resident...
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Photo of Arbor Terrace Lakeway
2121 Photos available
8.9
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88 reviews
8.9
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88 reviews
5 star
61%
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19%
3 star
9%
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I have had numerous issues with an administrative staff member including, lack of response after contacting her multiple times, lack of follow through on requested tasks and a rude attitude. This is the 2nd...
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.
Arbor Terrace Lakeway provides the highest quality of assisted living and memory care in the Austin, TX area. Located next to Baylor Scott & White Hospital, and conveniently located just off of highway 620, our community offers easy access in and out for visitors and residents, as well as close...
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1616 Photos available
8.8
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24 reviews
8.8
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24 reviews
5 star
63%
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3 star
8%
2 star
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The overall rating is good. Once the house nurse and the executive director left, there has not been any stability with the personnel.
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 Bee Cave 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 a...
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77 Photos available
99 Floor plans available
Pricing promotion expiring soon
8.0
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2 reviews
8.0
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2 reviews
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I would tell others to just be involved. The staff truly want and welcome family at anytime!! They have lots of activities offered. The residents are out and about- and encouraged to not sit in their...
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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1818 Photos available
88 Floor plans available
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47 reviews
10
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47 reviews
5 star
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11%
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This is best place for us as we age. The other residents are very friendly and helpful. The meals are great and there are plenty of activities. The staff here is friendly and efficient. Overall a great...
Provides: Assisted Living, 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.
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.
A Full and Rich LifeNestled within a quiet residential neighborhood, you may be surprised to discover a vibrant senior living community full of residents determined to embrace the golden years with newfound energy and excitement. Our continuing care retirement community (CCRC) provides multiple...
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1616 Photos available
66 Floor plans available
9.9
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43 reviews
9.9
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43 reviews
5 star
63%
4 star
21%
3 star
7%
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At Isle at Cedar Ridge, every day is a new opportunity for happiness and health. The range of activities, the focus on wellness, and the constant companionship make this place more than a residence—it's a...
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.
Discover luxurious senior living at The Isle at Cedar Ridge in Cedar Park, Texas. Just north of Austin, this vibrant community offers high-quality assisted living with thoughtful amenities and a dynamic social atmosphere.Conveniently located off North Highway 183, the community offers easy access...
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1212 Photos available
88 Floor plans available
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9.6
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38 reviews
9.6
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38 reviews
5 star
39%
4 star
24%
3 star
13%
2 star
8%
1 star
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I have been a resident for about one and a quarter years. There have been a number of problems due to weather and equipment failures. In all cases management made an exceptional effort to keep us fed and as...
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.
Care Today, Care TomorrowLocated on a quiet campus of landscaped grounds and gardens in the heart of Texas hill country, you can enjoy everything from personalized care plans and luxury dining to resort-style amenities and an abundance of activities, programs and events without ever leaving the...
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Photo of Belmont Village Lakeway
1818 Photos available
2525 Floor plans available
9.0
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14 reviews
9.0
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14 reviews
5 star
79%
4 star
21%
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All of these facilities suffer from a turnover in staff. During our time at this facility, I have seen them transition to a new leadership team. That process was a little bumpy on continuity of services...
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.
At Belmont Village Lakeway, you’ll find the perfect blend of comfort, care and active living. The rustic, Mediterranean-style building is nestled in Northwest Austin, surrounded by premier dining, shopping and entertainment. We’re just a short drive from Baylor Scott & White Medical Center...
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1818 Photos available
55 Floor plans available
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8.7
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40 reviews
8.7
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40 reviews
5 star
51%
4 star
23%
3 star
10%
2 star
3%
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I would like more craft activities. Hopefully the dining room and kitchen are finished soon. The washer and dryer are not good appliances. Otherwise I'm happy with Ledgestone.
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.
Located southwest of downtown Austin, Texas, in the quiet Dripping Springs neighborhood, lies Ledgestone Senior Living—an independent living, assisted living, and memory care community that offers attentive services and a comfortable lifestyle. This pet-friendly community offers convenient...
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Photo of Brookdale Lohmans Crossing
1414 Photos available
11 Floor plan available
8.4
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35 reviews
8.4
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35 reviews
5 star
39%
4 star
23%
3 star
29%
2 star
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Overall my wife and I are happy with the facility. The turnover is as expected and causing issues with the med management. However, the performance of the permanent personnel is exceptional. My mother is a...
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.
How Will You Spend Your Days?If you want to exchange the burden of household chores like cooking, cleaning and maintenance for a lifestyle rich in friendships, exciting events and personalized care plans, our assisted living community in Lakeway, Texas is ready to welcome you in with open arms....
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Photo of Lavender Springs
55 Photos available
8.0
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1 review
8.0
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1 review
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Mother loves the care and attention she gets on a daily basis. It is a small facility with a fantastic staff to resident ratio. Everyone in the facility is very kind and compassionate. She went from being...
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 The Reserve at Lake Austin
77 Photos available
7.3
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5 reviews
7.3
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5 reviews
5 star
20%
4 star
40%
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20%
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Communication between members of the staff and between directors is not great. So care plans are challenging to put into practice. As your parent becomes more mentally impaired this can be a challenge....
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 perfect senior living choice for those who desire the conveniences of supportive care and enjoy the perks of upscale independent living: The Reserve at Lake Austin will be a rare jewel in the Texas Hill Country. Top-shelf amenities, abundant outdoor spaces, exceptional local cuisine, and...
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5 star
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4 star
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I would highly recommend this community they are like a family here. They have activities like arts and crafts and more for the residents to do.
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.
Grace House Assisted Living provides seniors with more than just a place to live, we provide a HOME. Grace House is the only privately owned and operated Assisted Living Facility in the area. In an industry dominated by large corporate facilities housing over 100 residents in one building, Grace...
Photo of Ledgestone Senior Living (IL)
1414 Photos available
55 Floor plans available
1.0
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4 reviews
1.0
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4 reviews
5 star
25%
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3 star
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We chose Ledgestone because they had cottages available, they had a wheel chair accessible shower, and it was open and attractive with friendly staff. The cottages are very large and spacious.. The food is...
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.
Nestled within the abundant green vistas of historic Dripping Springs, our assisted living community offers seniors the cozy conveniences of life with personalized luxury.At Ledgestone Senior Living, we offer a variety of flexible lifestyle options with specialized programs for assurance and...
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My parents are very happy here! They've been wonderful to work with. During the move in process they went out of their way to make sure we had all of the information we needed, and after the move in they did...
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.
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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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77 Photos available
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.
Querencia at Barton Creek is a resort-style life care retirement community in Austin for ages 62 and over. We are located on 38 acres and our Independent Living section includes 10 villas and 157 apartment homes (one, two, or three bedroom), with a choice of 19 different floor plans ranging from...
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Cost of independent living in The Hills, TX

The average cost of senior living in The Hills is $4,304 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Austin, TX with an average of $4,177 per month.

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in The Hills, TX vs. nearby cities

The Hills, TX
$4,304/mo
$4,271/mo

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

The Hills, TX
$4,304/mo
$4,192/mo
U.S. national average
$4,033/mo

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in The Hills vs. other types of senior living

$5,333/mo
Independent Living
$4,304/mo

Median monthly costs of Independent Living in The Hills, TX by room type

Semi-Private
$5,505/mo
Studio
$5,423/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,879/mo
2 Bedroom
$7,041/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$7,239/mo

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What families are saying about independent living in The Hills

Recent reviews for independent living in The Hills

Arbor House of Marble Falls

4.8
It's great - my family member loves it there. They've been very nice and treat her respectfully. She likes the people that she's met. We love the apartment - it's perfect for her. Really the only issue is her water pressure, which she's having a hard time getting them to fix.

Brookdale Lohmans Crossing in Austin, TX

4.4
They run a clean facility. The staff were all extremely friendly. The care services were on point. They had a lot of activities. For what my loved one was paying, it was plenty of activities and people to interact. Overall, they are doing a good job.

Lake Travis Independent Living in Lakeway, TX

4.3
We have found the staff to be very helpful and willing to consider new ideas. We are happy with the choice that we made at Lakeway Travis Independent Living. They have been working very hard to make things better with the food, and have had some success. The service in the dining room is much ...
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The Hills independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in The Hills independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in The Hills, 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 The Hills 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 The Hills partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
The Hills, TXNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
53.3%
20.1%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
73.3%
33.5%
No sugar
No sugar
53.3%
30.2%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
73.3%
32.8%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
13.3%
8.5%
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Availability of select dining options in The Hills 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 The Hills communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
The Hills, TXNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
66.7%
35.7%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
86.7%
42.7%
Room service
Room service
80%
36.2%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
40%
17%
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Availability of select programs and activities in The Hills 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 The Hills offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
The Hills, TXNational
Activity director
Activity director
80%
44.2%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
66.7%
27.8%
Community service programs
Community service programs
66.7%
32.2%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
86.7%
47.2%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
86.7%
48.3%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
93.3%
53.5%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
66.7%
42.1%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
60%
37.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
66.7%
40.7%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
86.7%
46.5%
Live performances
Live performances
80%
46.2%
Dances
Dances
53.3%
31.9%
Fitness center
Fitness center
66.7%
39.2%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
86.7%
45.7%
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Brookdale Westlake Hills, Amberlin Pflugerville and The Isle at Cedar Ridge are the top-rated independent living facilities near The Hills, Texas. See full list of communities.

There are 15 independent living facilities near The Hills, Texas. See the full list.

The best independent living facilities near you in The Hills, Texas are Brookdale Westlake Hills, The Isle at Cedar Ridge and Orchard Park of Kyle. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.

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