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10 Best Independent Living Communities in Acton, MA

Last Updated: 2/21/25

If you’re looking for independent living in the Acton 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 Acton. 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 25 independent living facilities in Acton, A Place for Mom makes it easier to find your new, maintenance-free home.


You may also consider nearby communities such as Lowell, Framingham or East Acton.

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Average starting price $6,645/month
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Recent reviews of Independent Living in Acton, MA
Cadbury Commons in Cambridge, MA
3.8 / 5.0

Our experience with this community was good, overall it is kept pretty clean. The care services are pretty reliable, the activities were however a little bit weaker. The food at this community was very good, and we really liked the responsiveness of the staff and the availability the memory care unit had

Fairview Estates in Hopkinton, MA
5.0 / 5.0

Everyone has been very welcoming and warm. Very attentive and helpful ! There is always someone available 24/7 and always right there to help. The dining room is wonderful and the meals are great !

The Residence at Melrose Station
5.0 / 5.0

My mom is doing great at The Residence at Melrose Station! The staff are taking very good care of her. Based on the experience we have had so far, we would absolutely recommend this community to other families! It is not cheap but it is worth the money.

Benchmark Senior Living at Robbins Brook

10 Devon Drive, Acton, MA 01720

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19 reviews

Nice place, great people. The only downside to the place is the individual hvacs are old, and need replacement parts that apparently are very hard to get. So the heat is always on.

Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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Benchmark Senior Living at Robbins Brook in Acton, MA is an assisted living community choice for older adults who value their independence but need assistance with daily life activities. If you or your loved one needs help with medication management, bathing, dressing, or transportation to and...

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Summer Place

20 Summer Street, Chelmsford, MA 01824

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
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54 reviews

Overall, I love it here. However, I would not recommend going to a retirement home like this with a guy dog, because everyone wants to pet it, feed it and all that stuff. I also think the rent goes up faster...

Provides: Independent Living
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Summer Place provides a fulfilling, independent lifestyle in a welcoming environment. History comes alive at Summer Place. Located in the heart of Chelmsford, the town square dates back to the 1600's and we're just ten minutes from Walden Pond. Beyond heritage, you'll enjoy the convenience of...

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Kennedy Meadows Gracious Retirement Living

44 Nashua Rd, North Billerica, MA 01862

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
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14 reviews

<name removed>, one of the housekeepers is the best. We chose Kennedy Meadows because the place was very new and had modern amenities.

Provides: Independent Living
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Benchmark Senior Living at Chelmsford Crossings

199 Chelmsford St, Chelmsford, MA 01824

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27 reviews

5 for all! This is a wonderful place to be! Yes, I often do recommend this community to other families! I try to always greet people who are touring to let them know how welcoming and fun it is to be here! I...

Provides: Assisted Living
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Chelmsford Crossings is an award winning community located in the Merrimack Valley with easy access to both Rte. 495 and Rte. 3. We are a full service assisted living residence designed with quality services as well as affordability in mind. We offer a full array of services in a home-like...

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Artisan at Hudson

253 Washington St, Hudson, MA 01749

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23 reviews

From the initial meeting and tour through the re-visits to move in - the caring and engaged staff made this decision easy for my parents. The Director is fully engaged and visible as are the department...

Provides: Independent Living, Assisted Living, Memory Care
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Artisan at Hudson - a great place to live the good life.We are owned and operated by SageLife. Our founders were pioneers in senior living; they helped define the companies that have defined the industry.Sage’s mission is to create the best home for each member of the SageLife family every day by...

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Carriage House at Lee's Farm

134 Boston Post Road, Wayland, MA 01778

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Carriage House recognized my dad as an individual-they made him feel welcome, and the staff was attentive to our questions and concerns. My dad was "young" by many measures in the memory care unit, &...

Provides: Independent Living, Assisted Living, Memory Care

Carriage House at Lee's Farm is an assisted living community in Wayland, Massachusetts. Wayland is a beautiful small town with natural spaces like forests, fields and marshes around the Sudbury River.At Carriage House we strive to meet the individual needs and wants of our residents Our care...

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New Horizons at Marlborough LLC

400 Hemenway St, Marlborough, MA 01752

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47 reviews

The place always smells clean, not at all like "old people" smell! Staff very friendly and helpful if asked. Nice apartments; all of them slightly different and unique like the individuals who live in them!!

Provides: Independent Living, Assisted Living, Memory Care

New Horizons is a large not-for-profit continuing care retirement community where a safe, happy, and engaging retirement is everyone's most important concern. Fine dining and extensive activities are vital parts of every day. Our staff of exceptional people has enabled New Horizons to build its...

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Nashoba Park Assisted Living

15 Winthrop Avenue, Ayer, MA 01432

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8 reviews

At this time I would rate everything a 4. Only because I don't give anything the highest score. But we are very happy with everything. Most of the staff knows mom by name, good meals and lots of activities.

Provides: Assisted Living
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Nashoba Park Assisted Living is a Volunteers of America Massachusetts Senior Community, professionally managed by Senior Living Residences of Braintree, MA.At Nashoba Park, residents have their choice of private studio and one-bedroom apartments and enjoy a variety of beautifully furnished...

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Camellia Gardens

16 Digital Wy, Maynard, MA 01754

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7 reviews

Overall experience is extremely positive. It changed my mother's life. She was living alone, lonely and although we did our best to take her places and care for her, living alone wasn't good for her. We...

Provides: Independent Living
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We believe that Camellia Gardens is so much more than walls and windows - it's a place to enjoy home-cooked meals, game night, or a quiet evening with family and friends. It's where you always feel comfortable, safe, and secure.At Camellia Gardens, our management teams live on-site, and are...

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The Residence at Paine Estate

10 Green Way, Wayland, MA 01778

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
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26 reviews

When it comes to the meals they can't make the necessary accommodations for my friend, there are few vegetables. Yes I think I would recommend this community to other families.

Provides: Independent Living, Assisted Living, Memory Care
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The Residence at Paine Estate is a senior community located in Wayland, Massachusetts, in Middlesex County, which offers assisted living, independent living and Alzheimer's memory care. Based in a stunning New England estate, the residence is surrounded by acres of beautiful land but is still...

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Concord Park

68 Commonwealth Ave., Concord, MA 01742

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10 reviews

Our loved one has since based but during her stay at Concord Place it was a wonderful experience. Being on the memory care side she received so much individual attention and care. The program director [name...

Provides: Independent Living, Assisted Living, Memory Care
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Concord Park, a Volunteer of America senior community, is conveniently located on Commonwealth Avenue in the heart of the West Concord, MA shopping village. Concord Park offers local seniors a secure, supportive and independent lifestyle. The community features both independent and assisted...

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The Commons in Lincoln, a CCRC

One Harvest Circle, Lincoln, MA 01773

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We selected The Commons for our mother who suffered a massive stroke and needed care we could not provide at home. She also has communication challenges with aphasia. The staff is patient, understanding and...

Provides: Independent Living
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Benchmark Senior Living at The Commons A CCRC

One Harvest Circle, Lincoln, MA 01773

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The staff at this community are nice, friendly and helpful. They are always there when someone needs assistance. The food is good and they have nice choices. My husband does not participate in many of the...

Provides: Independent Living
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Benchmark Senior Living at The Commons is a state-of-the-art assisted living community for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia and is located in Lincoln, Middlesex County, Massachusetts. Our campus facilities are tailored for the individual needs of residents with dementia in the historic...

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The Residence at Bedford (Summer 2024)

240 South Rd, Bedford, MA 01730

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
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1 review

We moved our mother in just a few weeks after the facility opened. They did a wonderful job with the space, and everything is comfortable and well-appointed. The staff is very caring and attentive, and...

Provides: Independent Living, Assisted Living, Memory Care
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Imagine having more time to do the things that make you happy: catching up on the best-seller list, getting out to the theater with friends, learning a new language or just relaxing with the people you enjoy. Imagine life without the worries and stresses of maintaining a home. Imagine you being...

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Orchard Hill at Sudbury

761 Boston Post Road, Sudbury, MA 01776

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5 reviews

My father enjoyed his stay. He felt confident, relaxed, and well supported. His unit size was roomy, clean, and comfortable. Being a private person who might never leave his own unit if given the chance,...

Provides: Assisted Living

Orchard Hill at Sudbury is a small home-like residence with an intimate scale and unique residential setting located on a ten acre site near the historic Wayside Inn. The award winning, elegant farmhouse style mansion has spacious studio and one bedroom apartments in the midst of beautifully...

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Brightview Concord River

199 Concord Road, Billerica, MA 01821

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10 reviews

My mother has been so happy since she began living at Brightview Concord River. The staff are so welcoming and friendly. It’s been a wonderful experience all around.

Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care

One of our newest communities, Brightview Concord River is located in Billerica, Massachusetts. This beautiful new Brightview community brings together Assisted Living residences, personalized service and our award-winning Wellspring Village for Alzheimer's Care. This is Assisted Living and...

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Newbury Court

100 Newbury Ct, Concord, MA 01742

Provides: Independent Living

Rivercrest

80 Deaconess Road, Concord, MA 01742

Provides: Assisted Living

Rivercrest

80 Deaconess Road, Concord, MA 01742

Provides: Assisted Living

The Groves in Lincoln

145 Lincoln Road, Lincoln, MA 01773

Provides: Independent Living, Assisted Living

The Groves in Lincoln

145 Lincoln Road, Lincoln, MA 01773

Provides: Independent Living, Assisted Living

Carleton-Willard Village

100 Old Billerica Rd, Bedford, MA 01730

Provides: Independent Living, Assisted Living, Nursing Homes

Alliance Health at Marie Esther Rest Home

720 Boston Post Rd E, Marlborough, MA 01752

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
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Provides: Assisted Living
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Alliance Health at Marie Esther is a newly renovated Rest Home for Men and Women of all faiths, conveniently located in Marlboro, surrounded by rolling green grounds and the conveniences of near by businesses. We are proud to provide the highest standards of care in a comfortable, attractive, and...

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Alliance Health at Marie Esther Rest Home

720 Boston Post Rd E, Marlborough, MA 01752

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
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Provides: Assisted Living
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Alliance Health at Marie Esther is a newly renovated Rest Home for Men and Women of all faiths, conveniently located in Marlboro, surrounded by rolling green grounds and the conveniences of near by businesses. We are proud to provide the highest standards of care in a comfortable, attractive, and...

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Merriam Village

23 Village Rd, Weston, MA 02493

Provides: Independent Living
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Cost of independent living in Acton, MA

The average cost of senior living in Acton is 6,645 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Leominster, MA with an average of 5,766 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
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  • Home maintenance and repairs
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Acton, Massachusetts

Independent Living

For those who would like to live primarily without personal assistance but wish for the advantage of having daily tasks and responsibilities maintained by professionalls, an Independent Living Community might be the perfect fit. Residents can use their free time as they desire while their food is cooked by a professionall chef, housekeeping and laundry duties are handled by staff, and recreational activities are scheduled and organized. Along with their daily needs being met, residents can enjoy the opportunity to be among peers, surrounded by others of similar age groups and interests. Residents’ quarters consist of private living spaces, each with their own kitchen. The independence of apartment life is still enjoyed, offering opportunities to socialize with guests and visitors in a private and personal setting. While policies vary between locations, numerous residences allow pets as well. If residents decide they would like to utilize the services of independent health care professionalls, they may always do so. There are a variety of advantages and costs to keep in mind when selecting an independent living community. It is important to figure out if these amenities are covered in the care plan: wellness program, internet access, move-in fee, field trips, housekeeping, meals, utilities, and private phone. The conveniences associated with independent living include security guards, beauty salon & barber shop, concierge services, transportation, restaurant-style dining hall, community activities, healthcare center, and game/TV room.

Cost of Living

The location where a community is based can have a significant influence on the overall cost. The total cost of living can be a major factor in deciding which community meets the needs of you or your loved one’s needs. The rent burden for Acton is about 19.3% of the average monthly income. Monthly, the median rent in Acton is around $2,540 and the median price for a house for Acton is about $559,789.

Demographics and Values

Of the population of Acton 6.7% have a high-school diploma, 43.9% have a graduate degree, and 76.5% have a college degree. Acton has a population density of 455 people per square mile. Currently, the population of Acton consists of 23,455 people. Demographically, Acton is 0.5% other or not specified, 1.9% Hispanic, 24.7% Asian, 2.4% black, 1.6% mixed race, 0.2% Pacific Islander or Native Hawaiian, 70.5% white, and 0.1% Native American. In Acton, 4.4% of the population are veterans of the United States armed forces. Out of the total city population, 50.2% are male and 49.8% are female. The median age of Acton is 44 years old. In Acton, 0.6% do not have health insurance, 6.6% have some form of disability, 3.8% live in poverty, and 69.5% participate in the labor force.

State Information

An overview of Massachusetts

The state of Massachusetts has a cost of living index of 133.8 where a score of 100 is the national average, and anything above 100 is considered more expensive than the average. The state has a grocery index rating of 113.9 and a housing index rating of 170.3. Based on natural beauty, Massachusetts ranks 26th in the nation. The quality of life enjoyed by the average Massachusetts citizen is ranked 8th nation-wide. Additionally, Massachusetts is ranked 2nd by standards of healthcare. There are 78 hospitals and 129 health centers that service a population of 6,941,273. The top three hospitals in the state are considered to be Cape Cod Hospital, Massachusetts General Hospital, and New England Baptist Hospital.

Social demographics of the state

The state of Massachusetts ranks 16th in the country for diversity and the state is considered very LGBTQ friendly. In the most recent presidential election, 33% of Massachusetts residents voted Republican and 60% voted Democrat. In terms of religious values, 23% of Massachusetts’s population regularly attend some form of service and there are in total 4,200 different congregations. The top three Christian denominations in the state are Evangelical Protestant-9%, Mainline Protestant-10%, and Historically Black Protestant-2%. The top three non-Christian denominations in the state are Jewish-3%, Muslim-<1%, and Buddhist-<1%. In Massachusetts there are 27 masonic lodges. The state has a median age of 39 and 30% of its population being over the age of 55.

State-wide weather information

During the summer, the average temperature in Massachusetts is around 68F. The average high summer temperature is around 85F in the month of July. In the summer, the average low temperature drops to around 50F during the month of June. During the winter, the average temperature in Massachusetts drops to around 28F. During the winter, the average high temperature peaks at around 45F during the month of January. The average low temperature during the winter drops to around 7F in the month of December. The average monthly precipitation for the state of Massachusetts is around 4.04 inches. The average amount of precipitation peaks during the month of May at around 6.10 inches. On average, the humidity rating for Massachusetts is around 71%. The highest monthly average humidity rating is 71% in the month of December. On average, Massachusetts has an air quality index rating of around 38.9 AQI. The highest seasonal air quality index rating occurs in the month of May with a rating of 47.5 AQI. While residents of Massachusetts mostly enjoy pleasant conditions, it’s important to be aware of inclement weather as well, which in Massachusetts can include hurricanes, earthquakes (moderate), and and tornadoes.

Wildlife to be found in Massachusetts

The state of Massachusetts has a diverse array of plant and animal life. Local plant life can consist of butterfly weed, American linden, white spruce, and eastern hemlock. While venturing throughout the state, you might see animals such as the lance leaf coreopsis, the black bears, the bats, or the cardinal flower. The state animal of Massachusetts is the woodchucks.

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Atria Longmeadow Place, Brookmeadow at Blue Hills and Summer Place are the top-rated independent living facilities near Acton, Massachusetts. See full list of communities.

There are 25 independent living facilities near Acton, Massachusetts. See the full list.

The best independent living facilities near you in Acton, Massachusetts are Summer Place. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.

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