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Independent Living in South Carolina

Overview of Independent Living in South Carolina

With mild temperatures throughout the state and beaches along its Atlantic shoreline, South Carolina has much to offer as a retirement destination. The Greenville-Spartanburg area in the northwest corner of the state is an affordable, thriving metropolitan area for all ages. Along its Atlantic shorelines to the east, the Palmetto State earns its nickname with popular coastal cities like Myrtle Beach, Charleston, and Savannah. Senior living in South Carolina is filled with Southern hospitality and charm, which may explain why the state has a higher-than-average senior population.

Currently, A Place for Mom partners with more than 55 independent living communities, also simply called retirement communities, in South Carolina.

The median monthly cost of independent living in South Carolina is about $2,400.

Top-rated Independent Living facilities in South Carolina

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Arbor Landing at Surfside

3105 Dick Pond Road, Myrtle Beach, SC 29588
10
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45 reviews
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$X,XXX/mo
Anonymous - I'm a loved one of a resident or client

No complaints. They do all they can for him. It is a very clean and pleasant atmosphere. Everyone there is very friendly. The care there seems very good. My experiences with admin and staff have been good. I...

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Helena Square

1624 Paris Ave, Port Royal, SC 29935
10
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78 reviews
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$X,XXX/mo
Lucy G - I'm a current/former resident or client

I moved to Helena Square in July. I started with a two week respite stay just to give it trial run. After a couple of days, I decided to stay permanently. I feel safe here. I feel part of a community. I...

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Ashley Square

526 Haltiwanger Rd., Greenwood, SC 29649
10
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106 reviews
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$X,XXX/mo
Alvin C - I'm a current/former resident or client

I know I am safe here. I have my own space and I can do anything I want to do and I can have a day that I don’t do anything if I choose. My daughter doesn’t have to worry about me. If I ever need help...

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Top-rated Independent Living facilities in Greenville

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Maple Brook Terrace Retirement Community

150 Verdin Rd, Greenville, SC 29607
9.5
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39 reviews
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$X,XXX/mo
Anonymous - I'm a loved one of a resident or client

Food is good but there has been some difficulty retaining waitstaff in the dining room, leading to increased wait time for service. Good variety of activities including recreational, entertainment, and...

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Merrill Gardens at Greenville

90 Payne Street, Greenville, SC 29601
9.5
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12 reviews
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$X,XXX/mo
BB - I'm a loved one of a resident or client

Hey she is loving it. Definitely a true independent living community. Although some neighbors do have helpers that come in. There are a lot of young at heart folks and most participate in the offered...

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TerraBella Greenville

11 E Augusta Pl, Greenville, SC 29605
9.1
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68 reviews
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$X,XXX/mo
Chelsea C - I'm a loved one of a resident or client

Transitioning our father into independent living was a difficult milestone. [name removed] and the A Place For Mom team were so compassionate and helpful as we navigated this new season. [name removed] at...

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Top-rated Independent Living facilities in Spartanburg

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TerraBella Spartanburg

104 Dillon Dr, Spartanburg, SC 29307
8.3
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67 reviews
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$X,XXX/mo
Anonymous - I'm a loved one of a resident or client

The facility is clean. Bit short staffed but the staff that's there seem to care about care. Activity level is a bit low. Room sizes are good. Set up like hospital rooms.

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Summit Hills

100 Summit Hills Dr, Spartanburg, SC 29307
8.0
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86 reviews
Hellen - I'm a loved one of a resident or client

Summit Hills has been wonderful! They are a very sweet community and the freedom they give my parents and the assurance of them being well taken care of is priceless. They have welcomed our whole family and...

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The Inverness at Spartanburg

2720 Country Club Rd, Spartanburg, SC 29302
8.0
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9 reviews
Anonymous - I'm a loved one of a resident or client

Nice size facility so she can walk a lap in about 15 minutes and not get lost. The interior courtyard is a nice safe way to be outside. The staff are very caring and helpful. We live on the other side of the...

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Top-rated Independent Living facilities in Columbia

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Fairforest Grove Senior Living

120 Fairforest Rd, Columbia, SC 29212
9.9
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73 reviews
Starting at
$X,XXX/mo
Greg W - I'm a loved one of a resident or client

My mom has been a resident of Fairforest Grove for about 2 1/2 years. When dad died I could not take care of mom. I found this place and they take great care of mom. Whenever I visit mom is always clean,...

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Vitality Living Columbia

1951 Clemson Rd, Columbia, SC 29229
9.7
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8 reviews
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$X,XXX/mo
Jeanette D. Murphy - I'm a loved one of a resident or client

I'm so happy with Vitality Living. Wonderful and patient employees. I don't have to worry about my love one. Food is wonderful. With many different choices. Very clean. All around and awesome place. Even has...

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Inspire Sandhill

440 Town Center Pl, Columbia, SC 29229
9.6
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11 reviews
Terry F - I'm a current/former resident or client

The facility is located in a prime location, proximate to multiple shopping/dining options and healthcare services. The staff is superb, very helpful and responsive to residents. A recurring theme I've heard...

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Top-rated Independent Living facilities in Charleston

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Daniel Pointe Retirement Community

514 Robert Daniel Dr, Daniel Island, SC 29492
9.8
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62 reviews
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$X,XXX/mo
Margaret J - I'm a current/former resident or client

We had selected 8 places to visit when we got the referral to Daniel Pointe from A Place for Mom. From the first time we stepped thru the front door we felt like this was going to be the place for us. It...

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Oaks at Charleston

2333 Ashley River Rd, Charleston, SC 29414
9.4
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62 reviews
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$X,XXX/mo
Anonymous - I'm a loved one of a resident or client

The overall experience, friendliness, and value for cost has been excellent. The cleanliness, care services, staff, meals and dining and the activities has been very good. Yes, we would recommend Oaks at...

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Brookdale West Ashley

2030 Charlie Hall Boulevard, Charleston, SC 29414
9.3
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97 reviews
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$X,XXX/mo
Abby - I'm a loved one of a resident or client

Brookdale, Mellisa Sills and nurse Sherri have gone above and beyond for my dad and I. I can't say enough good things about them. I didn't even tour any others bc Brookdale's response time was quickest and...

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Top cities in South Carolina for independent living

8.4
Greenville, SC
39 facilities
8.3
Myrtle Beach, SC
11 facilities
8.2
Bluffton, SC
9 facilities
8.0
Charleston, SC
28 facilities
8.0
Columbia, SC
29 facilities
6.8
Spartanburg, SC
14 facilities

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