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The cost of independent living in Nimmo is about $4,008 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 14 options. Read 298 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 The Reserve at Greenbrier
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This is a wonderful place with wonderful people. Everyone is friendly and the activities are great. We even have a happy hour night.
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.
Living has never been better or easier with the perfect combination of comfort and location. Chesapeake's newest luxury apartment community designed for active adults will fill you with a fresh sense of contentment. Alta Reserve is a 55 and Better community, offers many luxuries and amenities....
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The only downside is that they do not have night time security. They do have an evening shift maintenance person who helps keep an eye on things after 8pm until about midnight, but I don't think anyone is...
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.
Lighthouse Pointe provides a fulfilling, independent lifestyle in a welcoming environment. Located in the beautiful and historic town of Chesapeake, Lighthouse Pointe offers you quality and comfort along the Atlantic coast. We're close to fine dining, wonderful shopping, excellent healthcare...
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Bay Lake is a very nice assisted living. The staff are like family to us. I feel safe and well cared for. I'm proud to call Bay Lake my home.
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.
Bay Lake Community, located in Virginia Beach, offers Independent Living, Assisted Living, and Inspiritas - Memory Care. You'll have peace of mind knowing we are a Retirement Unlimited, Inc community, family-owned and operated in Virginia with a proud 35+ year tradition of providing exceptional...
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We would give it a 4.5. What we like the most about the community is the staff. The roommate she was put with was so compatible. Pets are allowed. Family was more than welcome. Activities and entertainment...
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.
Commonwealth Senior Living at King's Grant House is an assisted living community located in gorgeous Virginia Beach, Virginia. Our community is surrounded by tall trees and flowers along the streets. We are in a residential area and are proud to be a part of our cozy neighborhood. Virginia Beach...
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2121 Floor plans available
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Harmony at Independence has been a godsend for my family. My Dad is very happy as a resident. Harmony keeps me informed, the facility is well maintained. All of the staff have been on point and very...
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.
Welcome to Harmony at IndependenceIndependent Living | Assisted Living | Memory CareIn our continued effort to meet the demand of seniors in Virginia Beach, Virginia, we are offering Virtual Tours, an enhanced screening procedure for new residents, along with the security, support, services...
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So far it's been good, there are always a few learning issues with staff and the residents but for the most part they have been very helpful and supportive to my Mom and I. My only other comment would be...
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 the heart of Virginia Beach—one of America's premier resort towns—Atria Virginia Beach is a welcoming community with all the comforts of home. Stay active through a diverse social calendar that includes exercise classes, book discussions and educational seminars. Atria Virginia Beach...
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I had a pretty great experience moving my elderly friend here from his apartment for safety reasons. The administration was helpful with a smooth transition. He has made friends and likes the nursing staff....
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.
Acquired by Saber in 2020, The Villages of Rosemont offers personalized assisted living services for seniors who need extra support with daily tasks. Our community is located in a quiet neighborhood in Virginia Beach that’s perfect for residents to explore. With a nearby boardwalk, local shopping...
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All 5s. My mom has a wheat allergy and they have accommodated that well. She also takes a number of supplements prescribed by a doctor, but not prescriptions. They worked with us to manage that as well....
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.
If you're seeking a dynamic senior living community, look no further than Bickford. It's where delicious food made from scratch, ever-present friendly caregivers, and a bustling social calendar come together. But that's not all; our HigherPath senior health model, known nationally for its...
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We moved Mom out about a year ago. I'm not in the loop any longer. We were in the independent side so I would say the Activities team was great. Apartments were a nice size. We had a studio but it was...
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.
As a resident of First Colonial Inn, you can take advantage of the refreshing outdoor campus by joining the gardening club, bird watching, or perfecting your putting on the private green. Take an afternoon stroll or just relax with a good friend on the terrace. Indoors the energy is contagious,...
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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: 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.
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: 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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I love living here and with the comment below , if you don't like then leave. No one is holding here. We are grateful for everything The Russell House does for us. The staff here are grate. They do anything...
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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The community has been in the area for a very long time. The aesthetics don't have the newer decorations like new communities, and it is a little bit on the older side for decor. I believe they should have...
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.
If you are seeking a senior living community in Virginia Beach, Virginia to provide exceptional care and individualized attention to your loved one then look no further than Our Lady of Perpetual Help. We are sponsored by the Catholic Diocese of Richmond and committed to extensive assisted...
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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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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 Nimmo, VA

The average cost of senior living in Nimmo is $4,008 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Windsor, VA with an average of $3,615 per month.

Independent living costs in Nimmo, VA, vs. nearby cities

Nimmo, VA
$4,008/mo
$4,013/mo

Independent living costs in Nimmo, VA, vs. state and national averages

Nimmo, VA
$4,008/mo
U.S. national average
$4,203/mo

Independent living costs in Nimmo, VA, vs. other senior living options

$4,740/mo
Independent Living
$4,008/mo

Independent living costs in Nimmo, VA, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$6,195/mo
Studio
$5,763/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,506/mo
2 Bedroom
$6,328/mo

Senior living costs in Nimmo 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: Nimmo, VA
Column state: Virginia
Column national: U.S.
Community typeNimmo, VAVirginiaU.S.
Independent Living$4,008/mo$4,621/mo$4,203/mo
Assisted Living$4,687/mo$5,442/mo$4,740/mo
Memory Care$4,740/mo$5,453/mo$5,004/mo
Independent Living
Nimmo, VA:$4,008/mo
Virginia:$4,621/mo
U.S.:$4,203/mo
Assisted Living
Nimmo, VA:$4,687/mo
Virginia:$5,442/mo
U.S.:$4,740/mo
Memory Care
Nimmo, VA:$4,740/mo
Virginia:$5,453/mo
U.S.:$5,004/mo
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Independent living costs in Nimmo, VA, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly independent living costs have shifted over the past five years in Nimmo and how those changes compare with state and national trends. The figures represent quarterly averages of what seniors actually paid after moving into A Place for Mom partner communities.

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Independent living cost trends in Nimmo, VA

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Nimmo have changed in the last two years and how those changes compare with state and national trends. The figures represent averages of actual costs paid by seniors who moved into A Place for Mom partner communities in 2023 and 2024.

Cost comparison table showing 2023 and 2024 median costs by location. This table contains 3 rows of data across 4 columns.
Column location: Location
Column cost2024: 2024 average cost
Column cost2023: 2023 average cost
Column percentChange: Percent change
Location2024 average cost2023 average costPercent change
Nimmo, VA$4,358/mo$4,264/mo+2.2%
Virginia$3,569/mo$3,337/mo+7.0%
National$3,246/mo$3,151/mo+3.0%
Nimmo, VA
2024 average cost:$4,358/mo
2023 average cost:$4,264/mo
Percent change:+2.2%
Virginia
2024 average cost:$3,569/mo
2023 average cost:$3,337/mo
Percent change:+7.0%
National
2024 average cost:$3,246/mo
2023 average cost:$3,151/mo
Percent change:+3.0%
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What families are saying about independent living in Nimmo

Recent reviews for independent living in Nimmo

Karolwood Gardens Norfolk

4.6
My loved one was previously a resident at Karolwood Gardens Norfolk and the overall experience was great for her at this facility. The staff, care services and friendliness were all great. The cleanliness, meals and activities were good. Based on our experience, I would recommend Karolwood ...
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Overture Virginia Beach 62+ Apartment Homes

4.5
This is a beautiful community and well maintained. The staff seem to be very responsive. There are a lot activities available on site and they have gone virtual via Zoom due to the pandemic. This is a place I enjoy living.

Our Lady of Perpetual Help in Virginia Beach, VA

5.0
I would tell anyone to try your best to get your loved in there. My loved one was well taken care of by the staff. The staff was the same for the time my loved one was there. This helped my loved one feel comfortable.

Nimmo independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Nimmo independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Nimmo, 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 Nimmo 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 Nimmo partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Nimmo, VANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
28.6%
20.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
35.7%
34.4%
No sugar
No sugar
28.6%
30.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
35.7%
33.6%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
21.4%
10.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Nimmo 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 Nimmo communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Nimmo, VANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
21.4%
36.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
28.6%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
21.4%
37%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
28.6%
17.2%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Nimmo 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 Nimmo offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Nimmo, VANational
Activity director
Activity director
35.7%
45.1%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
42.9%
28.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
35.7%
33%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
35.7%
47.5%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
42.9%
48.9%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
42.9%
54%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
21.4%
42.9%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
21.4%
38.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
35.7%
41.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
42.9%
47.1%
Live performances
Live performances
42.9%
46.8%
Dances
Dances
35.7%
33%
Fitness center
Fitness center
14.3%
39.5%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
35.7%
46.4%
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The Reserve at Greenbrier, Lighthouse Pointe by Barclay House and Bay Lake Community are the top-rated independent living facilities near Nimmo, Virginia. See full list of communities.
There are 14 independent living facilities near Nimmo, Virginia. See the full list.
The best independent living facilities near you in Nimmo, Virginia are Lighthouse Pointe by Barclay House, Acclaim at East Beach Independent Living and The Waterford at Virginia Beach. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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