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10 Best Independent Living Communities in Sunset, KY

Last Updated: 2/21/25

If you’re looking for independent living in the Sunset 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 Sunset. 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 85 independent living facilities in Sunset, A Place for Mom makes it easier to find your new, maintenance-free home.


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Average starting price $2,537/month
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Recent reviews of Independent Living in Sunset, KY
Elk River Senior in Georgetown, KY
5.0

At Elk River Senior everything seems good. I have no complaints. Everything here gets five stars from me. The facility is clean. The staff are friendly. It is a good value. I am very pleased with this facility.

Morning Pointe of Lexington-East
5.0

I would like to thank the staff and the management for their hard work and compassionate care of my mother. It is never easy to trust someone else to care for your loved ones. They try very hard to make my mother feel at home, make her smile, and tailor her experience to meet her specific needs. If we ever have a concern or problem and tell the staff and management team, they address are concerns or problems immediately. Thank you so much.

Rose Mary C. Brooks Place a CCRC in Winchester, KY
5.0

This facility is great with family and the residence, they were patient with everyone. The food was amazing and they had a chef on staff. I would recommend this facility to others

Richmond Place

3051 Rio Dosa Drive, Lexington, KY 40509

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
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5
5 Floor plans available
9.6
Review Score
131 reviews

Richmond Place, as a facility has exceeded expectations. They worked with my mother to establish a price point that was within her means, and offered incentives and bonuses in the negotiation process. The...

Provides: Independent Living, Assisted Living, Memory Care
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This community does not fulfill the legal definition of Assisted Living in Kentucky. A Place for Mom uses the term "assisted living" to indicate that the community provides some level of assistance with daily living activities. It does not indicate that the facility meets official state...

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Holiday Hartland Hills

1005 Tanbark Road, Lexington, KY 40515

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
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9.5
Review Score
64 reviews

It seems the staff here really cares about the residents. I would advise anyone who is looking for a place to give it a try. It is more expensive than a regular apartment but here you are part of a...

Provides: Independent Living
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Hartland Hills provides a fulfilling, independent lifestyle in a welcoming environment. Situated on picturesque grounds in a quiet suburb of Lexington, you'll be enchanted by our region's gently rolling countryside lined with white wooden fences. Residents appreciate the convenience of being...

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Magnolia Springs Lexington

2701 Magnolia Springs Dr, Lexington, KY 40511

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
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3 Floor plans available
9.6
Review Score
160 reviews

My wife was enrolled in memory care and, fortunately, Magnolia Springs had available a two bedroom apartment in with I could live with her. Magnolia Springs and our apartment meet our needs perfectly. The...

Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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Who says moving to a senior living community means giving up your sense of independence? Magnolia Springs embraces the fact you are your own person, different, unique, one-of-a-kind—with your own lifestyle, pursuits, and hopes for the future. Even better, we celebrate it! Each and every day....

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Windsor Gardens of Georgetown

100 Windsor Path, Georgetown, KY 40324

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
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3 Floor plans available
9.2
Review Score
18 reviews

First of all [name removed] is an absolute angel, no matter the problem she always has time to talk to you. The ladies in memory Care are wonderful, it takes really special people to that kind of job and...

Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care

The glorious Windsor Gardens of Georgetown, Kentucky offers residents assisted living in a colonial ranch style residence surrounded by finely kept lawns and impeccable landscaping. Georgetown is steeped in history and filled with fine examples of southern architecture. Home to the Horse Park,...

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Preston Greens Senior Living

1825 Little Herb Way, Lexington, KY 40509

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
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8.7
Review Score
25 reviews

Beautiful, modern facility with a good amount of activities. Staff and residents are very friendly. Highly recommend Preston Greens to others looking.

Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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Cheers to Preston Greens! Lexington's EXTRAordinary senior living community by embracing the "Gold Standard" of senior living, and delivering a superior culture rooted with hospitality, safety and collaboration.Preston Greens takes something ordinary and makes it fun -- a community rich in...

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Seacoast at Liberty Ridge

701 Liberty Ridge Lane, Lexington, KY 40509

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
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8.6
Review Score
29 reviews

I moved my mom to Liberty Ridge and it was the best decision I could have made for her, they were wonderful. It was a life saver for her and me. I can't begin to tell you how good they were with my Mom. The...

Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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Liberty Ridge Senior Living Community is celebrating 20 years of service in 2020. We are blessed to have a well-tenured staff with over 275 years of combined experience in senior care. Liberty Ridge is proud of our rich heritage as a non-profit, faith-based (people of all faiths warmly welcome),...

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The Lafayette

690 Mason Headley Rd, Lexington, KY 40504

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
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8.5
Review Score
15 reviews

The staff are so friendly and ready to help when they can. The size of the apartment has been a game changer from the previous place. Living space 14'6"x 17'7" bedroom 15' x 11'10". My mother says this is...

Provides: Independent Living
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The Lafayette is an all-inclusive independent living community in Lexington. The Lafayette has been providing exceptional services in the Lexington community for over 35 years. It is centrally located in the city and close to Keeneland and downtown Lexington. Independent Living is ideal for...

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Ashton Grove

115 Ashton Grove Path, Georgetown, KY 40324

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
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5
5 Floor plans available
8.2
Review Score
33 reviews

The food is great at Ashton Grove. Overall the staff is very nice and friendly. Most of them know your names of family and friends first name. I love playing bingo but there are not many items you can...

Provides: Independent Living, Assisted Living, Memory Care
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This community does not fulfill the legal definition of Assisted Living in Kentucky. A Place for Mom uses the term "assisted living" to indicate that the community provides some level of assistance with daily living activities. It does not indicate that the facility meets official state...

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Sterling Meadows Assisted Living

209 N Maysville Rd, Ste 100, Mount Sterling, KY 40353

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
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8.0
Review Score
4 reviews

He's not been there since early April but it worked out well. Dad was really content there for the most part. Only complaint I had was getting timely invoices for insurance. Elevator needed new flooring as...

Provides: Assisted Living

Boonesboro Trail Senior Living

2101 Old Boonesboro Rd, Winchester, KY 40391

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
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8.0
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1 review

Expensive to sign in but then the third month was free so that was really nice! Everything is clean and nice. People are friendly and lots of familiar faces from the community of Winchester. Plenty of...

Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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Rose Mary C. Brooks Place a CCRC

200 Rose Mary Drive, Winchester, KY 40391

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8.0
Review Score
6 reviews

My aunt has resided at Rose Mary C. Brooks Place since [date removed]. She calls it "her home". She loves the staff and they love her. The staff is quick to notify me if they have any concerns about her...

Provides: Independent Living, Assisted Living

The Rose Mary C. Brooks Place in Winchester, Kentucky has a majestic beauty that is unlike any other assisted living community. We invite residents to dine al fresco on our beautiful patio or simply enjoy the impeccably landscaped 16 acres of campus land by taking a stroll alone or with friends....

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Friendship Towers Assisted Living

580 Greenfield Dr, Lexington, KY 40517

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8.0
Review Score
3 reviews

It was the best fit for my mother, the physical layout, the activities available, the friendly and caring people, easy communication access, it is close to my home, within our budget. I would recommend to...

Provides: Assisted Living

If it's time to slow down with the upkeep on a house and get busy enjoying a maintenance-free lifestyle, Sayre Christian Village has many options for you to choose between.We recognize that most everyone has become accustomed to more space. Our Friendship Towers apartments were built with that in...

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Meadowthorpe Assisted Living and Memory Care

191 Leestown Center Way, Lexington, KY 40511

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
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7.9
Review Score
16 reviews

5 for all of them. Mom has been happy at Meadowthorpe and they have all been very helpful. Based on the experience we have had so far, we would recommend Meaowthorpe Assisted Living and Memory Care to other...

Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care

Meadowthorpe Assisted Living and Memory Care is privately owned and operated. Our Community is a five-cottage style campus that includes eight apartments in each cottage. We offer private one-bedroom apartments that are designed to be home-like while creating a safe welcoming environment that...

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Highgrove at Tates Creek

4251 Saron Dr, Lexington, KY 40515

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
16
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3
3 Floor plans available
8.0
Review Score
56 reviews

The community is warm, friendly, helpful, and kind to mom. The "apartment" is nice and spacious. The food is above average and mom has gained a little weight. We appreciate the activities though mom does not...

Provides: Independent Living, Assisted Living, Memory Care
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Highgrove at Tates Creek is located in the Tates Creek area of southeast Lexington, just south of Man O' War Boulevard. The community is constructed on a beautiful site consisting of rolling hills, mature trees and a winding creek.At Highgrove at Tates Creek, we provide service with dignity. We...

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Cave Run Manor

1100 Kentucky Hwy 801 S, Morehead, KY 40351

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
16
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5 reviews

Very clean, exceptional staff. Great home cooked meal. I could not be happier with the care my mother receives at Cave Run. Truly a family environment.

Provides: Assisted Living

Northfork Senior Living

200 Northfork Dr, Morehead, KY 40351

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1 review
Provides: Assisted Living

Cedar Ridge Health Campus

1217 US Highway 62E, Cynthiana, KY 41031

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2 reviews

The management at this community are very well trained. They all help in the community with the rest of the caregiving staff. The staff are nice and helpful. They offer a variety of daily activities. The...

Provides: Assisted Living
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Cedar Ridge Health Campus is located in Cynthiana, KY, along the banks of the South Licking River. We offer the comforts of a small town atmosphere, along with the convenience of being close to major cities such as Lexington, KY and Cincinnati, OH. Residents can enjoy the town's strong emphasis...

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Alpine House of West Union

210 N Wilson Dr, West Union, OH 45693

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1 review
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care

Alpine House of West Union is a 80-bed, licensed residential care facility located on a serene 6-acre property. The facility offers some of the best assisted living amenities.We are licensed by the Ohio Department of Health, and certified by the Ohio Department of Aging. We accept ALF Medicaid...

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The Willows at Hamburg

2531 Old Rosebud Rd, Lexington, KY 40509

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6 reviews

I like the care from the community for my father. They staff have improvment alot. This is a clean community and he enjoys the grounds. The menu is very good and alot of choices. They have a nice variety of...

Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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With its vibrant culture, strong sense of community, and famous hospitality, Lexington is the perfect place for a health campus dedicated to enriching the lives of its residents. At The Willows, we are proud to offer our residents regular opportunities to explore the history, culture, and flavors...

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The Willows at Citation (Memory Care Opening Fall 2018)

1376 Silver Springs Dr, Lexington, KY 40511

15
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1.0
Review Score
2 reviews

The most excellent place ever!! Great staff, great food, Great facility. The food variety was really nice and you could request them to make something else if you did like what they were serving I...

Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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Home to friendly people, a vibrant culture, and miles of verdant hills lined with perfect white fences, Lexington is a city known all over the world for its horses and its hospitality. It’s also the perfect place for a health campus dedicated to enriching the lives of its residents. Those that...

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Morning Pointe of Lexington-East

150 Shoreside Drive, Lexington, KY 40515

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2.0
Review Score
41 reviews

I love this place and so does my mother!!! They keep moms mind working on the lantern. There has been some staffing change in the past year but has not been an issue from us. My mom is higher functioning and...

Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care

Conveniently located near St. Joseph's Hospital East off Richmond Road, just south of Man O'War Boulevard in Lexington, Kentucky, Morning Pointe of Lexington-East is a single-level, state-of-the-art Senior Living community on ten acres. The facility also offers The Lantern Alzheimer's Memory Care...

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Rose Tower

137 Rose St, Lexington, KY 40507

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
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1.0
Review Score
3 reviews

One of the floors has college students on it. The community is kept neat and clean and I would recommend this community to others based on my experience.

Provides: Senior Apartments
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Rose Tower is a section 8 and market rate property that offers 1 bedroom units. It is located in Lexington, Kentucky. It is a short walk from eateries, banks, shopping, recreational areas, and more! It is a 15 minute walk from the University of Kentucky and Rupp Arena.We do NOT offer assisted...

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Legacy Reserve at Fritz Farm

2700 Man O'War Blvd, Lexington, KY 40515

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
18
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7
7 Floor plans available
6.9
Review Score
23 reviews

Legacy Reserve provides different levels of care for its residents. I am currently in the “independent” level whereas I don’t need personal care; it’s like living at home. I occupy a studio apartment with a...

Provides: Independent Living, Assisted Living, Memory Care
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Legacy Reserve at Fritz Farm is a unique senior living experience for the astute, active senior promoting the freedom to enjoy life. Our Independent Living community promotes a healthy and energetic lifestyle giving residents the opportunity to be as engaged and occupied as they choose to be....

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Lexington Country Place

700 Mason Headley Rd, Lexington, KY 40504

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
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1 Floor plans available
1 review

This facility made the best out of a bad situation, The were so caring, compationate, and took good care of my loved one. The communication was good they kept us well informed. I would recommend this...

Provides: Assisted Living
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Lexington Country Place, located adjacent to The Lafayette, features the comfortable lifestyle, superb amenities and the highest standards of hospitality and service. Our Nursing Care Center is the choice for seniors requiring post-hospital and post-surgical care and for those who have more...

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Tanbark Health and Rehabilitation

1121 Tanbark Road, Lexington, KY 40515

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7 reviews

Great food, wonderful compassionate staff in a southern hospitality atmosphere! I can’t express how great our experience was at Tanbark. I would highly recommend to any family looking for a place for their...

Provides: Assisted Living

Tanbark Senior Living combines exceptional care, extensive experience and luxury surroundings to create one of the finest personal care, health care and rehabilitation communities in the region.Personal CareOur carefully selected and trained staff are equipped to assist residents with activities...

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Cost of independent living in Sunset, KY

The average cost of senior living in Sunset is 2,537 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Owenton, KY with an average of 1,370 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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StoryPoint Middletown, The Ashton on Dorsey and Magnolia Springs Louisville are the top-rated independent living facilities near Sunset, Kentucky. See full list of communities.

There are 85 independent living facilities near Sunset, Kentucky. See the full list.

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