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10 Best Independent Living Communities in Sarasota County, FL

Last Updated: 2/21/25

If you’re looking for independent living in the Sarasota County area, our local senior living advisors can help you each step of the way. From affordable independent living for seniors to luxury options, we’ll work with you to understand the cost of independent living in Sarasota County. From there, we’ll show you the best independent living communities for your lifestyle, interests, and budget.

Discover unique independent living amenities, social activities, dining, and more independent living benefits. With 75 independent living facilities in Sarasota County, A Place for Mom makes it easier to find your new, maintenance-free home.


You may also consider nearby communities such as Manatee, Charlotte or Hardee.

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Average starting price of Independent Living in Sarasota County, FL is $4,149/month. Learn more
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Recent reviews of Independent Living in Sarasota County, FL
A Banyan Residence in Venice, FL
4.0

I would recommend this facility as they are caring, loving people that treat the residents like family. The place is a good fit for someone who loves the outdoor environment.

The Fountains of Hope in Sarasota, FL
4.0

They have recently gone through some changes but I'm happy to say they are all for the better. They currently have a very caring staff. Now they just need more residents! My mother is 100, and says her caretakers are very nice to her.

Brookdale Palmer Ranch in Sarasota, FL
4.0

I would reccomend Brookdale Palmer Ranch to others, with a couple of provisions. If the person in question can get around on there own and likes to go outside, then another location would be better. A place with a secure outside area. Do not use a location that caters to memory care only. If at all possible, make the living quarters private, not shared. Pick a place that is bright, not dim. If the person in question can be moved to a location where family can visit on a regular basis, by all means do so.

Grand Villa of Sarasota

730 South Osprey Ave, Sarasota, FL 34236

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
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9.8
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59 reviews

My mother moved in over a month ago. She’s loving it. Many activities. The food is great. People & staff are wonderful My apt is beautiful. Love walking the grounds. It’s beautiful out back. Lovely trees.

Provides: Independent Living, Assisted Living, Memory Care
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Grand Villa of Sarasota is a beautifully landscaped, Florida community situated on three lush acres on the Hudson Bayou. It is close to historic and charming downtown Sarasota, which offers residents plenty of excellent shopping and dining options. Residents enjoy our warm, relaxing environment,...

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Brookdale Colonial Park

4730 Bee Ridge Road, Sarasota, FL 34233

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
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9.8
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54 reviews

The staff paid personal attention to each resident which was very much appreciated. My Dad was a Navy vet and he said before he moved in that he liked just about any food because of his years on board ships....

Provides: Assisted Living
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Rethinking Senior Living. Redefining Independence.There’s a different way to do senior living that doesn’t include living an isolated life at home. There’s a different way to be retired that doesn’t include spending days with the hassles and worries of home ownership and upkeep like cleaning and...

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Tuscan Gardens of Venetia Bay

841 Venetia Bay Blvd, Venice, FL 34285

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
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9.7
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111 reviews

The maintenance staff at Tuscan is so helpful. They hung all of my aunts pictures and her tv and even put together some furniture that I was unable to do. The community is very well kept. Great team work.

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Provides: Independent Living, Assisted Living, Memory Care
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Tuscan Gardens of Venetia Bay has been in operation since 2016 and is nestled on over six lush acres in the heart of Venice, Florida. In 2021, the readers of the Venice Gondolier Sun voted Tuscan Gardens of Venetia Bay the 'Best Assisted Living Community with 50+ beds'.Tuscan Gardens Senior...

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Venetian Gardens by Sky Active Living

1450 Venice East Boulevard, Venice, FL 34292

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9.7
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123 reviews

I believe the staff is helpful and kind. My family member doesn't need a lot of activities but they have enough to keep her occupied. The facility is nice although not super modern.

Provides: Independent Living
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The Venetian Gardens provides a fulfilling, independent lifestyle in a welcoming environment. Built on beautifully landscaped grounds in the heart of Venice, you'll love the elegant grace of our facilities and the charm of our new community. Our Venetian residents enjoy the convenience of being...

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HarborChase of Sarasota

5311 Proctor Road, Sarasota, FL 34233

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
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9.7
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37 reviews

My Mom moved into Memory Care at HarborChase of Sarasota in June of 2022. I cannot say enough good things about the community, the nursing staff and the aides and all the other staff members. She has...

Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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HarborChase is an assisted living and memory care community located in sunny Sarasota, Sarasota County, Florida. The first thing that residents and visitors notice about this community is the beautifully landscaped grounds and pleasant architecture. HarborChase is in an established residential...

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The Windsor of Venice

1600 Center Rd, Venice, FL 34292

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9.6
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85 reviews

I would have no problem telling anyone that all of the staff and residents are like family. I can be away 1 or 2 days and know that my Mom is safe and being taken care of. My Mom loves being there.

Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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The Windsor of Venice is a licensed assisted living and memory care residence committed to providing quality services in a caring, comfortable environment. We offer professional, personalized services designed to enhance the quality of life for those we serve. We have been serving the needs of...

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The Goldton at Venice

108 Bella Verde Blvd, Nokomis, FL 34275

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9.6
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12 reviews

It was brand new when we checked in, so time will tell how things go moving forward, but during our time there, everything was as I expected. My Aunt was cared for completely! The staff did all they could do...

Provides: Independent Living, Assisted Living, Memory Care
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The Goldton at Venice strives to offer state-of-the-art luxury living to the seniors of Nokomis who aspire to lead an independent and active lifestyle away from the burdens of daily life. Located in the heart of Nokomis, Florida, The Goldton is a unique senior living experience for the astute,...

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Brookdale Phillippi Creek

5501 Swift Road, Sarasota, FL 34231

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9.4
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42 reviews

My brother in law who lives there isn't happy with the dining room service. We know you are short handed in there and we try to explain that to him but at 93 years of age he is impossible sometimes. Other...

Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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Putting the Life Back In Senior LivingYou’ll find exceptional memory care and assisted living at this community located in desirable Sarasota, Florida. Sarasota is a popular destination for people of all ages, boasting stunning Gulf beaches, a rich history that includes the Ringling Brothers...

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Aston Gardens at Pelican Pointe

1000 Aston Gardens Drive, Venice, FL 34292

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9.3
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28 reviews

Our house cleaners do a poor job don't even move trash cans to clean. Housekeeping is MINIMAL. If clients expect apt to be cleaned, laugh. Facility is clean in public places. Staff and residents are...

Provides: Independent Living, Assisted Living, Memory Care
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All Aston Gardens communities are ideally located in residential settings surrounded by lakes, gardens or golf courses. Lush landscaping, beautiful walking paths and gazebos are trademarks of an Aston Gardens community. A dedicated administrative staff, a first class concierge and a Director of...

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Brookdale Sarasota Midtown

2186 Bahia Vista Street, Sarasota, FL 34239

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
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9.3
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42 reviews

My mom is in good hands with the Brookdale team. They go out of their way to make sure she is engaged and settling in nicely. We couldn’t be happier that we made the right decision with the Crossings...

Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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Putting the Life Back in Senior LivingThe exceptional life here is built around two things: interesting things to do and interesting people to do them with. That’s what our residents find, with a brand new list of options every day for how to spend their time, and a whole community’s worth of...

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Heron Club at Prestancia

3749 Sarasota Square Blvd, Sarasota, FL 34238

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9.3
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49 reviews

Everyone was very kind and friendly. They were wonderful with the patients very caring and kind. I had dinner in the dining room with my husband a few times and the menu was varied and well.prepared. When...

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Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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Across from the old theater at Sarasota Square Mall, at Prestancia at Palmer Ranch, sits a beautiful community where you can enjoy the feel of luxury living while receiving the benefits that assisted living has to offer. Artful Dining, Zestful Activities and Heartful Care are some of the...

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Aviva Senior Living

1951 N Honore Avenue, Sarasota, FL 34235

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
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9.2
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38 reviews

Love the staff. Like the activities. Very happy with the food. Very nice neighbors. A few issues...electricity went out during storm. I would think the generators would Cover the rooms! Shower way too small!...

Provides: Independent Living, Assisted Living, Memory Care

Welcome to Aviva, Sarasota's only senior living rental community offering all levels of care.The Aviva Experience is about maximizing your potential. Live life to the fullest in our warm, intellectually stimulating environment which attracts educated and curious individuals. It is the perfect...

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The Alloro at University Groves

3560 Broadway Ave, Sarasota, FL 34243

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9.2
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6 reviews

Highly recommend Alloro for very independent and active seniors that are 55 and older. It is expensive, but they offer very high quality apartments. The meals are limited, but overall I would highly...

Provides: Independent Living
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Brookdale Palmer Ranch

5111 Palmer Ranch Parkway, Sarasota, FL 34238

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9.0
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28 reviews

All good except food and wait staff shortage. Clients are leaving the facility because of the lack of food quality and inadequate staffing in the dining room.

Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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When you’re here, you’re home.Are you ready to redefine your independence with the care you need and the lifestyle you want? Our community is a Continuing Care Retirement Community or CCRC, which means you’ll have the lifestyle you want, plus care if you need it with Assisted Living, memory care...

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Venice Palms Senior Living

1121 Jacaranda Boulevard, Venice, FL 34292

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8.8
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76 reviews

Caring and attentive staff, they felt like family. Overall it is a really good place. I would recommend Venice Palms Senior Living to others.

Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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Our community is designed to meet your individual needs and give you the freedom to be yourself. We offer the best in assisted living and memory care from a family-owned company that knows connection is everything.

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Heron House

3221 Fruitville Road, Sarasota, FL 34237

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9.0
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51 reviews

Please note my father passed away about 3 months after living there, and the staff got him into a great wound care place because the rehab he came out of right before moving there were awful and released him...

Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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About Heron HouseHeron House Senior Living Community is located in the heart of Sarasota, Florida. Our community is close to many award winning beaches like Siesta Key and located a stone's throw from trendy downtown Sarasota. Our residents also enjoy the variety of restaurants, art districts and...

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Sarabella Senior Living

5650 Gantt Rd, Sarasota, FL 34233

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9.0
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19 reviews

I was told many times that something would happen, but that wasn't communicated to the right people and so it didn't. The yard is beautiful, activities are great, staff is very friendly and food is very...

Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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Sarabella is Sarasota's newest Assisted Living community. Our community is set in a beautifully landscaped convenient location, close to shopping, Doctors and the interstate. We offer park like grounds, with a spacious outdoor area over looking a pond with lots of wildlife. We are pet friendly...

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The Fountains of Hope

2250 Jesus Way, Sarasota, FL 34240

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8.8
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33 reviews

As we helped our mom find a place she liked when she could no longer live at home alone, we visited a lot of facilities and she liked the Fountains of Hope Fountains of Hope is a very clean and...

Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care

Assisted Living at The Fountains of Hope is designed for each individual's comfort, happiness and confidence. Our month-to-month structure means no stress or burden of long-term contracts or large entrances fees.The Fountains of Hope is owned and operated by Wind River Senior Living , a trusted...

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Beach Club by Sky Active Living

5201 Desoto Road, Sarasota, FL 34235

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
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8.5
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55 reviews

Excellent on everything! i really think this move was perfect for my mother, the facility is wonderful and clean. the staff is super nice. if i had a complaint it would be they have a bus that only holds 12...

Provides: Independent Living
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Desoto Beach Club provides a fulfilling, independent lifestyle in a welcoming environment. Desoto Beach Club offers you a quiet, beautiful home nestled within Sarasota. Residents enjoy the convenience of being close to all the things that make life rich, like shopping, great dining, golfing and...

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Elance at Sarasota

3260 Lake Pointe Blvd, Sarasota, FL 34231

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
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8.5
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25 reviews

A Place for Mom helped us connect with Elance now known as The Barclay. My parents have been thrilled with this location. It went very smoothly and we cannot be more grateful for the end result. They have...

Provides: Independent Living, Assisted Living
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Elance' at Sarasota, located in Florida is a retirement community that offers Independent Living and Assisted Living. Elance' is located on a large and comfortable senior campus notable for spacious, beautifully landscaped grounds. Elance' at Sarasota is located just minutes from shopping,...

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Seaside Springs Retirement Community

1251 S. Tamiami Trail, Osprey, FL 34229

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
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8.0
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2 reviews

Seaside Springs Retirement Community is a down to earth community, it is a happy place. They prepare good food and the staff members are wonderful. Based on the experience we have had so far, we would...

Provides: Independent Living
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Seaside Springs, the luxurious Resort Lifestyle Community, is currently under construction on Tamiami Trail in Osprey. We look forward to opening brand new during the Summer of 2021! Seaside Springs will offer all of the comforts and conveniences of modern-day living that allow you to enjoy your...

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Elison of Bella Vita

1420 East Venice Ave, Venice, FL 34292

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
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7.8
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33 reviews

Our family and loved one have had a great experience with Elison of Bella Vita. The community is clean. The staff are is friendly, caring, and helpful. Everyone is very welcoming. There are meals and...

Provides: Assisted Living
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Elison Assisted Living of Bella Vita provides compassionate care in a friendly, warm environment. Enjoy lush, tropical living in the charming city of Venice, with a historic downtown, exceptional medical facilities and great local restaurants. We believe that life is meant to be lived as...

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Alderman Oaks Retirement Center

727 Hudson Ave, Sarasota, FL 34236

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7.8
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8 reviews

5 on in all categories. Alderman Oaks has been great to my father. We would absolutely recommend this community to other families based on the experience we have had. The staff is great to my dad. Being...

Provides: Independent Living

Alderman Oaks is a senior rental retirement community located in the 'Heart of Downtown Sarasota'. We are committed to providing high quality, high value, and affordable housing and care. At Alderman Oaks, we recognize and appreciate each person's God-given potential, individuality, and dignity. ...

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American House Sarasota

4540 Bee Ridge Rd, Sarasota, FL 34233

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
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7.8
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58 reviews

They do a very good job of taking care of my wife the only complaint I have about the place is getting into it sometimes I got a wait 15 minutes for them to come to the door and also the room doors are...

Provides: Independent Living, Assisted Living, Memory Care
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American House Sarasota is a premiere senior living community offering independent living and assisted living services in Sarasota Florida. Drawing people from all over the world with it's famous white sandy beaches, Sarasota boasts cultural and recreational opportunities for people of all ages,...

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DeSoto Palms

5601 N Honore Ave, Sarasota, FL 34243

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
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7.7
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15 reviews

They are very friendly and they always remember my loved on when she goes for her respite stays. I would recommend them to friends and family. I'm very satisfied with this caring and friendly facility.

Provides: Independent Living, Assisted Living
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DeSoto Palms Assisted Living Community is all about Living the Life and what better place to do just that than in the quaint, metropolitan city of Sarasota, Florida. DeSoto Palm's mediterranean style compliments the tropical living of Sarasota and is located just 10 miles from the beautiful white...

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Cost of independent living in Sarasota County, FL

The average cost of senior living in Sarasota County is 4,149 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Zolfo Springs, FL with an average of 2,189 per month.

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Independent living offers a stress-free lifestyle for older adults. Independent living communities don’t provide personal care or supervision, but do offer generally healthy adults opportunities for socialization and hassle-free living. Independent living services often include:

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Brookdale Punta Gorda Isles, Bayshore Guest Home and Gardens and Grand Villa of Sarasota are the top-rated independent living facilities near Sarasota County, Florida. See full list of communities.

There are 75 independent living facilities near Sarasota County, Florida. See the full list.

The best independent living facilities near you in Sarasota County, Florida are Grand Villa of Sarasota, Brookdale Colonial Park, and Tuscan Gardens of Venetia Bay. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.

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