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10 Best Independent Living Communities in Arden, NC

Last Updated: 11/15/24

If you’re looking for independent living in the Arden 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 Arden. 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 13 independent living facilities in Arden, A Place for Mom makes it easier to find your new, maintenance-free home.

We are also serving Independent Living facilities in surrounding neighborhoods like Southridge, Lake Julian and Royal Pines.
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Arden Independent Living Facilities | 275 Reviews

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Last Updated: 11/15/24
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Average starting price of Independent Living in Arden, NC is $3,521/month. Learn more
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Average starting price $3,521/month
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Recent reviews of Independent Living in Arden, NC
Pacifica Senior Living Heritage Hills in Hendersonville, NC
5.0

Heritage Hills is an extremely warm and inviting community with friendly and engaging residents. Many opportunities to find your individual nitch and feel embraced. A chef prepared daily meal is an additional bonus.

College Walk Retirement Ctr in Brevard, NC
4.0

This community does offer a lot of activities and amenities. This feels like an upscale community. They have a formal dining room where the wait staff take your order and then bring the meal to you. They offer computers for the residents to use. The staff were friendly and helpful. This community is higher in price. I would recommend taking a look at this community.

Marjorie McCune Memorial Center in Black Mountain, NC
4.0

My brother did not have a good experience in his stay at this community. They had him in one room when he moved in and then they changed his room the next day. When I inquired as to why they said they try to have them with a roommate they are compatible with. When they moved him into the new room he did not get along with his roommate and due to issues with him and the staff not assisting he is no longer living at this community.

Julian Woods Retirement

421 Overlook Rd Ext, Arden, NC 28704

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
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9.0
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4 reviews

Good things here are: new, good quality apartments and excellent food. Three healthy meals a day plus 24-hour snack options, special events, and ample menu choices. Good gym equipment and in-house...

Provides: Independent Living
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Julian Woods Retirement CommunityJulian Woods Retirement Community is South Asheville’s beautiful brand new senior living community! Opened in May 2024 in Arden NC, Julian Woods has 128 apartments for adults 55 and over — including studio, one, two, and three-bedroom apartments with a variety of...

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Trinity View Retirement Community

2533 Hendersonville Rd, Arden, NC 28704

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
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8.1
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13 reviews

I would highly recommend Trinity View Retirement Community to others. They have great staff who are accommodating with everything. The food has not been what my loved one likes. Otherwise, the experience has...

Provides: Independent Living, Assisted Living

Ardenwoods

2400 Appalachian Blvd, Arden, NC 28704

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8.0
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11 reviews

The community is very friendly. My mom enjoys all of the social activities. The food is really good and nicely presented. The only drawback might be that there aren't extensive outdoor walking/ exercise...

Provides: Independent Living

Bella Vista

55 Piney Mountain Drive, Asheville, NC 28805

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9.0
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46 reviews

I think that I would recommend Bella Vista to others. My mom's biggest complaints are about the food and how long they have to sit for the meals, but she does like all of the activities that they have for...

Provides: Independent Living
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We believe that Bella Vista Independent Living 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 Bella Vista Independent Living, our management teams...

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Brookdale Hendersonville East

2601 Chimney Rock Rd, Hendersonville, NC 28792

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
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8.9
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63 reviews

Very attentive caring staff as well as some of the Ladies that live there to encourage people to join in on activities etc..My Uncle adjusted well there and has made friends.

Provides: Independent Living
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Nestled in the culturally-rich city of Hendersonville, North Carolina, there is a beautiful independent living community just waiting to welcome you home. You can trade in the burdens of things like cooking, cleaning and laundry for a retirement rich in deep friendships and exciting activities....

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Fletcher Park Inn

150 Tulip Trail, Hendersonville, NC 28792

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3 reviews

Well so far it is going well. We are trying to get settled in, and are feeling a bit under the weather, but we don't have any complaints so far.

Provides: Independent Living

Fletcher Park Inn (FPI), offers seniors a 500 acre retirement haven nestled in the tranquil and pristine splendor of the scenic Blue Ridge Mountains of Western North Carolina. This primely located Christian Retirement Community offers affordable, spacious apartments (700-1,000 sq. ft.), villa...

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Dogwood Retirement

602 Brookside Camp Rd, Hendersonville, NC 28792

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6 reviews

This is a nice community. We like the care that my brother is getting here from the great staff. The community and well monitored. My brother is happy with the meals that are served. They do have some...

Provides: Independent Living

Dogwood Retirement is an affordable independent living community located in Hendersonville, NC. We provide three meals a day, housekeeping and laundry service. Come by and see us and find out how your retirement can be affordable and comfortable.

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Pacifica Senior Living Heritage Hills

3200 Heritage Circle, Hendersonville, NC 28791

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
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7 Floor plans available
9.1
Review Score
123 reviews

I would definitely recommend Heritage Hills Pacifica. I believe they have good care. I wish there was more communication with the family rather than me having to ask. I wish I would have follow up on the...

Provides: Independent Living, Memory Care
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Welcome to Pacifica Senior Living Heritage Hills.Welcome to Pacifica Senior Living Heritage Hills, the #1 retirement living community in Hendersonville. Our senior living community offers a full spectrum of independent living and memory care services administered by a specifically trained, caring...

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60 Givens Gerber Park

40 Gerber Road, Ste 100, Asheville, NC 28803

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Provides: Independent Living, Senior Apartments

60 Givens Gerber Park is pleased to offer an affordable housing option for adults over the age of 55 to enjoy the comforts of home and a community setting within their budget. Choose between spacious one- and two-bedroom apartments where bright light streams through large windows with views of...

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Givens Highland Farms

2360 Sweeten Creek Rd, Asheville, NC 28803

2 reviews

The entire property is beautiful with many living options, from owning a house or condo. The inside of the main building offers the residence the opportunity to many features, such as an indoor pool, a...

Provides: Independent Living, Assisted Living, Memory Care

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Deerfield Episcopal Retirement

1617 Hendersonville Rd, Asheville, NC 28803

2 reviews

It was extremely nice but it was way too expensive, but that was assisted living and she's not needing assisted living yet. It looked brand new. They had a state of the art gym, an elegant dining room, an indoor wading pool for water aerobics. It was...

Provides: Independent Living, Assisted Living, Memory Care

Carolina Village - CCRC

600 Carolina Village Rd, Hendersonville, NC 28792

Provides: Independent Living, Assisted Living, Memory Care

Lake Pointe Landing Retirement

333 Thompson St, Hendersonville, NC 28792

1.0
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2 reviews

This place is gorgeous and we really liked it. The staff was good to us and they were very knowledgeable about the community. The place is so fancy that when you walk in you think that you are walking into...

Provides: Independent Living, Assisted Living
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Cost of independent living in Arden, NC

The average cost of senior living in Arden is 3,521 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Brevard, NC with an average of 3,170 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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Arden, North Carolina

Independent Living

For seniors who wish to live primarily without personal assistance but wish for the benefit of having chores and housekeeping maintained by professionalls, an Independent Living Community may be the perfect fit. Frequent needs such as the scheduling of social activities and housekeeping are taken care of, which provides occupants more opportunities to live life as they desire. Along with their daily needs being met, residents can enjoy the opportunity to live among peers, surrounded by others of similar age groups and interests. Residents’ quarters consist of a private living space 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 communities, many residences allow cats and dogs as well. Nursing and health care services can always be arranged for with independent care providers if desired. There are a number of costs and benefits to keep in mind while choosing an independent living community. It is important to figure out if these services are included in your plan: wellness program, meals, Waiting list deposit, laundry, housekeeping, internet access, utilities, and move-in fee. The benefits and amenities that pertain to independent living include concierge services, healthcare center, community activities, private rental hall, beauty salon & barber shop, golf course, transportation, and game/TV room.

Demographics and Values

Arden has a population density of 517 people per square mile.

State Information

An overview of North Carolina

The state of North Carolina has 123 hospitals and 236 health centers, providing care to a population of 10,497,679. Memorial Mission Hospital And Asheville Surgery Ce, Atrium Health Kings Mountain, and The Moses H Cone Memorial Hospital are among the top three highest ranked hospitals in the state. Out of a national average of 100, North Carolina has a cost of living index rating of 94, a grocery index rating of 97, and a housing index rating of 83. Based on natural beauty, North Carolina ranks 36th in the nation. The quality of life enjoyed by the average North Carolina citizen is ranked 18th nation-wide. Additionally, North Carolina is ranked 30th by standards of healthcare.

Social demographics of the state

In North Carolina, 29% of the population is over the age of 55. The median age in the state is 39. In the most recent presidential election, 50% of North Carolina residents voted Republican and 46% voted Democrat. Thirty-nine percent of North Carolina residents regularly attend a religious service from one of the state’s 15,737 different congregations. The top three non-Christian denominations in the state are Jewish-<1%, Muslim-<1%, and Buddhist-<1%, with the most common Christian denominations consisting of Evangelical Protestant-35%, Mainline Protestant-19%, and Historically Black Protestant-12%. In North Carolina there are 635 masonic lodges. The state of North Carolina ranks 20th in the country for diversity.

State-wide weather information

During the winter, the average temperature in North Carolina drops to around 41F. The average high winter temperature is around 62F in the month of December. In the winter months, the average low temperature falls to around 19F during the month of January. The average temperature in the summer rises to around 76F. Over the summer months the average high temperature peaks at around 92F during the month of July. The average low summer temperature is around 53F in the month of June. The average air quality index rating in North Carolina is 36.0 AQI. The highest seasonal air quality index rating occurs in the month of April with a rating of 45.3 AQI. North Carolina experiences an average humidity rating of about 71%. The highest monthly average humidity rating is 77% in the month of August. The average monthly precipitation for the state of North Carolina is around 4.20 inches. The average amount of precipitation peaks during the month of July at around 9.06 inches. While residents of North Carolina mostly enjoy pleasant conditions, it’s important to be aware of inclement weather as well, which in North Carolina can include hurricanes, floods, and and earthquakes (moderate).

Wildlife to be found in North Carolina

The state of North Carolina has a diverse array of plant and animal life. Local plant life can consist of Atlantic white cedar, yellow poplar, winged elm, and yellow trout lily. While venturing throughout the state, you might see animals such as the red wolf, the bobcat, the gray and red foxes, or the nine-banded armadillo. The state animal of North Carolina is the the squirrel.

Frequently asked questions

LaurelHurst and LaurelWoods, Pacifica Senior Living Heritage Hills and TerraBella Greenville are the top-rated independent living facilities near Arden, North Carolina. See full list of communities.

There are 13 independent living facilities near Arden, North Carolina. See the full list.

The best independent living facilities near you in Arden, North Carolina are Brookdale Hendersonville East. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.

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