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10 Best Independent Living Communities in Sanford, GA

Last Updated: 2/21/25

If you’re looking for independent living in the Sanford 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 Sanford. 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 17 independent living facilities in Sanford, A Place for Mom makes it easier to find your new, maintenance-free home.


You may also consider nearby communities such as Athens, Commerce or Barretts Mill.

Sanford Independent Living Facilities | 332 Reviews

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Last Updated: 2/21/25
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Average starting price $3,995/month
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Recent reviews of Independent Living in Sanford, GA
The Overlook Senior Living in Monroe, GA
4.9

I was a little disappointed in the rent increase after one year. It was about 16.5%. The quality of care, friendliness, and cleaniness is amazing. The activities could use some improvement.

The Landing of Bogart
4.9

We are thankful for the supportive community at The Landing of Bogart. The staff is caring and attentive and helpful to our mom and dad every day. They bring their compassion to their positions as care team members. My siblings and I are actively involved in our parents' care. We chose the LoB carefully and intentionally. We have much peace and confidence knowing that Mom and Dad are in a safe and loving community while we are not with them. All aging individuals want to be "home." The Landing of Bogart gives the tender loving care we all know to be "home." It is a blessing for our family.

Magnolia Estates of Oconee in Bogart, GA
5.0

When my husband and I moved to the Athens area, we needed a retirement living facility for my dad. Magnolia Estates was recommended to us by friends whose mother had previously been a resident. We visited and were very impressed with the facility and the staff. We chose Magnolia Estates and have not one regret! My dad’s needs were more than met with care, respect and attentiveness. My dad grew to love several of the staff who cared for him and developed meaningful friendships with them and several of the residents. Magnolia Estates is lovely, clean, well maintained and the kitchen staff makes wonderful meals!!! Every April they host a family day and provide the best smoked chicken (Thank you [Name removed]) and several sides. Family members bring a covered dish and have a wonderful day celebrating our loved ones. A Christmas party is also planned for immediate family members with singing, Santa Clause giving a present to each resident and festive food. Great memories were made at Magnolia Estates - which dad referred to as “home”. Thank you [Name removed] and staff members for making my dad’s stay with y’all so happy and memorable! We miss him and miss your smiling, friendly, caring faces! We wish you continued success in providing an excellent senior living facility! [Name removed]

TerraBella Epps Bridge

755 Epps Bridge Pkwy, Athens, GA 30606

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56 reviews

Early in my brother’s stay, but he is pleased. The only area for improvement at this time is the wait time for meals. My brother is very happy with the visiting physician. Everything is going well at this...

Provides: Independent Living
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Experience senior living like no other at TerraBella Epps Bridge. Our extraordinary combination of amenities, personalized services, and senior lifestyle programs will elevate your lifestyle. Our Active Independent Living community offers supportive options for seniors at every stage. With our...

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Brookside Commerce

199 West W Gary Road, Commerce, GA 30529

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9.0
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37 reviews

Staff have been helpful with those special, individualized needs that my aunt has. They do their best to work with us on special requests. Food needs to have more flavor. When I've tasted my aunts food,...

Provides: Independent Living, Assisted Living, Memory Care
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Brookside Commerce is a senior living community offering a wide range of care services in Commerce, GA. Commerce boasts small town southern charm with convenient access to the metropolitan areas of Athens and Atlanta. Our town has many fun events year-round, a thriving downtown area, eclectic...

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Arbor Terrace Athens

170 Marilyn Farmer Way, Athens, GA 30606

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29 reviews

Long story short, they were awesome! My Dad was supported through his passing. Based on the experience we have had so far, we would absolutely recommend this community to other families, thanks again!

Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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Arbor Terrace of Athens is the premier assisted living community in the greater Athens, Georgia, area, providing the highest quality of geriatric care and assisted living, including innovative memory care designed specifically to support residents affected by Alzheimer's disease and other...

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The Landing of Bogart

2881 Monroe Hwy Ste 501, Bogart, GA 30622

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
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8.6
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10 reviews

My father had a stroke recently, and the transition from independent living to assisted living has been very difficult for him. The staff at The Landing has been very supportive to both my father and my...

Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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Introducing a brand new community to the Oconee County/Athens Georgia area. Locally owned and operated, The Landing Senior Living is a 48 room community. We proudly offer 16 memory care studios and 32 assisted living suites. The Landing Senior Living also offers resort style amenities to include:...

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Orchard at Athens

2750 Atlanta Hwy, Athens, GA 30606

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20 reviews

My loved one passed away [date removed], so our experience has concluded. We chose Orchard at Athens initially because of the cleanliness of the facility as well as the location of the facility. It is very...

Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care

Orchard Senior Living is proud to present Athens' premier Assisted Living & Memory Care Community - Orchard at Athens. Get ready to see Assisted Living and Memory Care like you have never seen before.Located just minutes from St. Mary’s and Piedmont Hospital on Atlanta Hwy, Orchard at Athens...

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Oaks at Cedar Shoals

1291 Cedar Shoals Dr, Athens, GA 30605

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21 reviews

If your family member is still able to get around and can perform daily tasks with some assistance, the Oaks at Cedar Shoals is a great option. It is well run and the staff are very loving and caring towards...

Provides: Assisted Living
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Located on the East side of Athens, across from Cedar Shoals High School, The Oaks at Cedar Shoals is an assisted living community close to St. Mary's Hospital.

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Highlands Senior Living Jefferson

50 Sumner Way, Jefferson, GA 30549

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7.0
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50 reviews

The reason for the 4s was due to Covid. They had a large turnover when the government (taxpayers) started paying people to stay home who were "afraid" to work in the health field. Prior to that, it was all...

Provides: Assisted Living
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Located in historic Jefferson, Georgia, and situated on 5 acres overlooking an 8-acre lake, Highlands Senior Living Jefferson offers a friendly and homey environment.Designed to promote socializing, Highlands Senior Living Jefferson provides a great room with a cozy fireplace and four comfortable...

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Hampton House Facility

432 S Fourth Street, Colbert, GA 30628

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6 reviews

no activities. no entertainment. no crafts. no bingo. no games. no exercise. no community involvement. no one plays the piano, no singing. nothing going on. residents sleep, eat and read old newspaper. ...

Provides: Assisted Living

The Hampton House is nestled in the curve of a quiet, small town street in Colbert GA. This historic home, which was built in the early 1900's, received a total renovation in 2008 keeping true to it's original stunning state created by the Hampton Family. The Hampton House opened its doors in...

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Avery Village

124 Avery Street, Winterville, GA 30683

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7.3
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42 reviews

Our family was very pleased with Avery Village. It was an agonizing decision for us to place our mother in a memory care facility. Our first meeting with the director put us at ease. She came in and made...

Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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Avery Village, our Winterville senior living community, has recently received a beautiful renovation! We continue to provide thoughtful, compassionate care in a warm, lively community. We develop individual care plans to meet the needs of each resident. Nursing staff is available 24 hours a day...

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Talmadge Terrace

801 Riverhill Dr, Athens, GA 30606

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3 reviews

Nice facility but this is a BUY in, so you can't get on a list until you Pay are large sum. Does have multilevel care and building are connected. Located behind the Beechwood Plaza. They DO take longterm...

Provides: Independent Living, Assisted Living

Talmage Terrace... not just a home, it's a lifestyle. Talmage Terrace is a unique retirement community offering several living choices. For over 30 years, Talmage Terrace has provided a vibrant, safe community. Home to the University of Georgia, Athens provides a stimulating environment ripe with...

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Bountiful Hills Senior Living

200 Bolton Dr, Commerce, GA 30529

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18 reviews

They were kind and compassionate to my husband and kind to me and other family members. My husband was only there for a total of 22 days with a hospital stay in the middle which lasted 6 days. I would...

Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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St Marys Highland Hills Village

1660 Jennings Mill Rd, Watkinsville, GA 30677

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13 reviews

We're very pleased with how things have turned out at Highland Hills! It's a very nice place, I'd give them high marks across the board! The staff is caring and professional, and I really appreciate how...

Provides: Independent Living, Assisted Living, Memory Care

St. Mary’s Highland Hills Village, located on 55 beautiful acres in Oconee County, is a dynamic community designed for seniors who want a lifestyle with independent services and health care choices all in one convenient location. With Independent Living, Assisted Living, and Memory Care,...

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Legacy Village of Athens

2040 Resurgence Dr, Watkinsville, GA 30677

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
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8.0
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21 reviews

The Executive Director at Legacy Village was very accessible in glass office with the door open, and offering to meet with me, in fact - bringing up the idea of a meeting to me, to discuss questions Mom and...

Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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To most people it means seniors occupying their time in a nice building and cared for by professionals. Now imagine seniors living CONNECTED, ACTIVE, and PURPOSEFUL lives. Imagine them using tablets and social media to connect with family and friends, or enjoying a variety of experiences led by...

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Lakewood Hills Senior Village

1025 Barnett Shoals Road, Athens, GA 30605

2 reviews

I didn't get the apartment I had reserved, (with a doctors letter) taking out the garbage, in a wheelchair is difficult, and not having counters etc at wheelchair level is a pain!

Provides: Senior Apartments
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Whispering Pines Personal Care Home I and II

110 East Paces Dr., Athens, GA 30605

Provides: Assisted Living

Whispering Pines Personal Care Home I and II

110 East Paces Dr., Athens, GA 30605

Provides: Assisted Living

Magnolia Estates of Oconee

1641 Virgil Langford Rd, Bogart, GA 30622

4 reviews

My dad has been at Magnolia Estates for 4 years and I have nothing but great things to say about this assisted living home. The staff not only takes excellent care of the residents, but they are friendly and...

Provides: Assisted Living

Magnolia Estates of Oconee, the newest of the three facilities, opened its doors on December 4, 1997. Located on a 19 acre tract, Magnolia Estates of Oconee is nestled among massive 100 year old Southern White Oaks that give it that "old southern plantation" look and feel. Magnolia Estates of...

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Cost of independent living in Sanford, GA

The average cost of senior living in Sanford is 3,995 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Maxeys, GA with an average of 3,766 per month.

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What is independent living?

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:

  • Nutritious meals and snacks
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
  • Home maintenance and repairs
  • Social activities and outings
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Park at Johns Creek, Oaks at Hampton and Sunrise of Five Forks are the top-rated independent living facilities near Sanford, Georgia. See full list of communities.

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