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10 Best Independent Living Communities in Lee County, NC

Last Updated: 2/21/25

If you’re looking for independent living in the Lee 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 Lee 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 80 independent living facilities in Lee County, A Place for Mom makes it easier to find your new, maintenance-free home.


You may also consider nearby communities such as Wake, Cumberland or Chatham.

Lee County Independent Living Facilities | 1,155 Reviews

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Recent reviews of Independent Living in Lee County, NC
Home Place of Burlington
4.5

We chose Home Place of Burlington because of the informative tour as well as the fact that my mother knew several residents there. These residents provided a great recommendation. I really like Eventus, the medical staff. They are very informative.

Brier Pointe Retirement Community in Morrisville, NC
5.0

We attended an information seminar and we were intrigued by the presentation and eventually became the second couple to move into Brier Pointe when it opened. We were drawn into the community by the promise of all-inclusive services to include meals, housekeeping, paid utilities, transportation services, social activities & events. We have not been disappointed at all. In fact, we've met so many new friends and my husband has received a new lease on life. He was introduced to Chinese brush painting, and this is his new passion. He has painted 45 pieces in 14 months and has even been offered up to $200 for some of his work.

Holiday Emerald Pond in Durham, NC
4.3

[name removed] and the entire staff at Emerald Pond genuinely care about the residents. I would recommend this place to anyone looking for a community for their parents. My Mom likes it there.

Bayberry Retirement Inn

2002 Woodland Ave, Sanford, NC 27330

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8.0
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10 reviews

The BayBerry Retirement Inn has been a GOD sent for my mother and my family. The Director ([name removed]) is very kind, pleasant and does an amazing job ensuring each resident is well taken care of. I...

Provides: Independent Living

Bayberry Retirement Inn offers a cozy homelike atmosphere. From the moment you enter Bayberry you feel the welcome warmth of home. Friendly and caring staff members, who know your name and needs, are available to assist you 24/7/365. At Bayberry we keep it simple. One low monthly rate includes...

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Holiday Gardens at Wakefield

12800 Spruce Tree Way, Raleigh, NC 27614

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
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9.9
Review Score
109 reviews

My dad moved in to the Gardens in 2019 and really enjoys living there. The apartments are lovely and spacious, but the thing that sets the place apart is the staff. [name removed] is such a warm and...

Provides: Independent Living
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The Gardens at Wakefield provides a fulfilling, independent lifestyle in a welcoming environment.The Gardens at Wakefield is located in Raleigh, NC, the capital and second largest city in the state. The community is conveniently located in the northeast corner of Raleigh with close proximity to...

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Waltonwood Lake Boone

3550 Horton St., Raleigh, NC 27607

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
18
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9.9
Review Score
25 reviews

Waltonwood is the best of retirement living in a great location with a staff always at the ready to improve. The staff provides an open organic dialogue with the guest to improve the living experience

Provides: Independent Living
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Atria Oakridge

10810 Sandy Oak Lane, Raleigh, NC 27614

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
9
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9.7
Review Score
68 reviews

I am an a caretaker who happens to be an only child. Caring for my 90 year old mom was beginning to be taxing. My mom was experiencing loneliness and anxiety living alone. It was challenging for me to...

Provides: Independent Living
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Atria Oakridge offers residents a lively social atmosphere while taking care of the housekeeping, cooking, and even transportation. Whether escaping with a good book on our patio or cheering on your favorite team in our sports lounge, your time is truly yours. We offer educational and cultural...

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Brier Pointe Retirement Community

5911 McCrimmon Parkway, Morrisville, NC 27560

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
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9.7
Review Score
10 reviews

We chose Brier Pointe Retirement Community because it's very clean, and has no weird smells. The staff is super kind and helpful. They are really great people, especially [name removed].

Provides: Independent Living
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Brier Pointe, the luxurious Resort Lifestyle Community, is currently under construction on McCrimmon Parkway in Morrisville. We look forward to opening brand new during the Summer of 2022! Brier Pointe will offer all of the comforts and conveniences of modern-day living that allow you to enjoy...

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Preston Pointe

1995 NW Cary Pkwy, Morrisville, NC 27560

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
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9.7
Review Score
28 reviews

The management and staff are super friendly and helpful. They genuinely appear to care about the comfort and well being of the people who live there.

Provides: Independent Living
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Preston Pointe is the perfect mix of upscale senior living and Southern charm. Our philosophy of always making you feel welcomed, valued and at home in a friendly and luxurious space sets us apart from other retirement communities in the research triangle. We offer the best characteristics of...

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Verena at Bedford Falls

1580 Dunn Rd., Raleigh, NC 27614

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
16
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9.6
Review Score
32 reviews

There are so many great residents to be friends with. The food us really good! The staff here really cares too. The crowd here feels young lively. The apartments are modern and well laid out. I love it here!

Provides: Independent Living
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Do you love natural beauty, or is it the buzz of city happenings that you prefer? At Verena at Bedford Falls, one of the True Connection Communities, you don’t have to choose. We are ideally situated in a quiet neighborhood, only a stone’s throw from the thriving heart of Raleigh, the City of...

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Atria Cary

7000 Regency Pkwy, Cary, NC 27518

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
16
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22
22 Floor plans available
9.6
Review Score
8 reviews

After deciding that a senior living home would best suit my needs and desires at this time in my life (I'm 87 years old), I first started visiting senior facilities in California where I was born, raised and...

Provides: Independent Living
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Sitting near the majestic Symphony Lake and surrounded by fragrant tall pines, Atria Cary will offer a vibrant new community for older adults who value their independence.The 138 apartments in this four-story residence will feature one- and two-bedroom floor plans – all with amazing views – and...

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Magnolia Glen

5301 Creedmoor Road, Raleigh, NC 27612

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
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16
16 Floor plans available
9.6
Review Score
71 reviews

Excellent choice ... my loved one is not the easiest to deal with and they are very patient with her. We picked this community because my loved one, has extremely low vision. The lighting was good and they...

Provides: Independent Living
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Magnolia Glen is one of Raleigh’s most reputable senior living rental communities. Our wellness mission is centered on providing safety and security, health and well-being, and five-star services to foster the most vibrant and fulfilling senior living community in Raleigh. We are conveniently...

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Brookdale North Raleigh

1200 Carlos Drive, Raleigh, NC 27609

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
8
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5 Floor plans available
9.5
Review Score
74 reviews

What we like the most about Brookdale North Raleigh are the friendships our loved one is making, not eating alone, and the activities. Also having OT and PT on-site when she needs it. Based on the experience...

Provides: Independent Living
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Our exceptional senior care community offers independent living services for seniors in Raleigh, N.C., which is renowned for its high quality of life. With pet-friendly apartments designed to feel and function like home, a jam-packed activities calendar and upscale conveniences, our community is...

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Southern Pines

205 SE Service Road, Southern Pines, NC 28387

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
12
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9.5
Review Score
32 reviews

The facility is so very clean, bright, nicely decorated and has a friendly feel to it that you notice immediately when you enter I have had limited interaction with them, but each one I have had has been...

Provides: Independent Living
See all Hawthorn Senior Living, LLC communities

At Southern Pines Gracious Retirement Living, we have an abundance of heart, and we can’t wait to share it with you. Our caring management team is here for you any time, day or night, because we live here too. We participate in activities +pour coffee at mealtime and take time to get to know each...

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The Cambridge at Brier Creek

7901 TW Alexander Dr, Raleigh, NC 27617

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

I am currently a resident at The Cambridge at Brier Creek and everything about my experience here has been great so far. The housekeeping and cleanliness is great. The meals and activities are great. The...

Provides: Independent Living
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We believe every day is an opportunity for Optimal Living® – from your community, to your health, to your overall well being. Perfectly situated between Raleigh and Durham, our Brier Creek location provides the best of both worlds – from cultural events to outdoor adventures, and everything in...

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Bartlett Reserve

300 Meredith Dr, Durham, NC 27713

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
9
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2 Floor plans available
9.5
Review Score
91 reviews

Facility is nice. Staff are very friendly. I really like that their restaurant hours are 7am-7pm and menu has a good selection. They have so many activities for the residents. Great place! The only critique...

Provides: Independent Living
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Bartlett Reserve is an independent living community located in Durham, NC, in the heart of the Triangle area near Research Triangle Park. The team at Bartlett Reserve sought to create an entirely new independent senior living concept, blending the needs of today’s seniors with 4-star level...

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Whispering Pines

7501 Lead Mine Road, Raleigh, NC 27615

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
13
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9.5
Review Score
48 reviews

Friendly staff, food is high institutional, residents are mostly welcoming, could be cleaner. Activities have been very good. The outings are either Educational or entertaining or both. I am treated as an...

Provides: Independent Living
See all Hawthorn Senior Living, LLC communities

At Whispering Pines, we have an abundance of heart, and we can’t wait to share it with you. Our caring management team is here for you any time, day or night, because we live here too. We participate in activities and pour coffee at mealtime while taking the time to get to know each of our...

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Holiday Durham Regent

3007 Pickett Road, Durham, NC 27705

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
14
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25
25 Floor plans available
9.3
Review Score
73 reviews

This is a great place for my Mom! Staff are friendly and caring! I think she is adjusting well. She still has her get up and go! I would recommend this place for anyone looking for a reputable place for your...

Provides: Independent Living
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Durham Regent provides a fulfilling, independent lifestyle in a welcoming environment. Tucked away in a quiet corner of Durham Chapel Hill, you'll love the vibrant community steeped in rich academia and a proud sports tradition with Duke University and the University of North Carolina both...

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Holiday Cedar Ridge

2680 S. Mebane St., Burlington, NC 27215

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
19
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9.3
Review Score
59 reviews

Site was helpful, clean friendly. Worked with us to get the apartment we wanted and held it for Mom so she could move down from Michigan. Very happy with the place and the people.

Provides: Independent Living
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Cedar Ridge provides a fulfilling, independent lifestyle in a welcoming environment. Situated in a quiet, beautiful wooded area in the outskirts of Burlington, you'll love the elegant grace of our facilities and the convenience of being close to all life's necessities. We're just minutes from...

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Stoneridge

105 Convention Dr, Cary, NC 27511

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
16
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9.4
Review Score
43 reviews

My relative has been treated phenomenally since becoming involved with Stoneridge. He received a great deal on his apartment, he loves the food, the residents, and the staff. The staff provided him with a...

Provides: Independent Living
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Jordan Oaks

10820 Penny Rd, Cary, NC 27518

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
10
10 Photos available
9.0
Review Score
65 reviews

I like the staff. The place has a very personal feel. They all know my loved oneand care about his needs. They go above and beyond for him, especially with helping to transport him to his weekly medical...

Provides: Independent Living
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Jordan Oaks provides a fulfilling, independent lifestyle in a welcoming environment. Nestled in the majestic beauty of the North Carolina countryside, you'll be delighted by your decision to move in with us at Jordan Oaks. The air is pure, the winters are mild and Cary has been ranked the...

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The Willows at Raleigh

2722 Spring Forest Rd, Raleigh, NC 27616

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
11
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9.0
Review Score
19 reviews

Main areas appear to be very clean. Cleaning of her apartment is not always top notch. Staff are typically very friendly to residents and family. They don't provide direct care, but they do check on her,...

Provides: Independent Living
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The Willows at Raleigh offers high-quality independent living and access to assisted living services through licensed providers in Raleigh, North Carolina. Located in the heart of the South, our community exudes southern hospitality, capturing the warmth and friendliness of our city.

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Cambridge Village of Apex

10000 Cambridge Village Loop, Apex, NC 27502

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
13
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8.8
Review Score
83 reviews

The main thing that would make my mother happier is more variety and healthier meals. She also feels like Cambridge is bringing in new residents that are not quite able to be fully independent. Some people...

Provides: Independent Living
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Life at Cambridge Village goes beyond retirement living! By focusing on improving every aspect of our residents’ lives, we create Optimal Living®. As an Optimal Living community we provide a total wellness approach that engages our residents physically, mentally, emotionally and spiritually.We...

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Home Place of Burlington

118 Alamance Rd, Burlington, NC 27215

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
5
5 Photos available
9.3
Review Score
17 reviews

Homeplace is a great place for your loved one to stay! The nursing staff provides excellent care and you can tell that they really love their jobs and care about their residents! The business office manager...

Provides: Independent Living, Assisted Living, Memory Care
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Homeplace of Burlington is centrally located between Raleigh and Winston-Salem in Burlington, North Carolina. Our community is two miles north of I-85/40 close to downtown, shopping and 3.5 miles from Alamance Regional Medical Center. Upon entering our community our comfortable interior,...

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Waltonwood - Cary

750 SE Cary Parkway, Cary, NC 27511

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
19
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8.8
Review Score
42 reviews

Staff was very helpful and move in went smoothly. They urgently needed to move in, but couldn't get their desired apartment at that time. Once one became available they were able to move them into that...

Provides: Independent Living, Assisted Living, Memory Care
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When only the best will do…Look to Waltonwood for Luxurious Senior Living which redefines retirement living! At Waltonwood, our goal is not to be just another Senior Community. But rather, our goal is to ensure each resident and family member is treated with dignity and respect while striving to...

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Holiday Emerald Pond

205 Emerald Pond Lane, Durham, NC 27705

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
10
10 Photos available
20
20 Floor plans available
8.8
Review Score
80 reviews

Everything is a 5 except for activities. There has been no activity director and no activities for most of the year. For someone like my mother, that ruins the place because she says she just sits alone in...

Provides: Independent Living
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Emerald Pond provides a fulfilling, independent lifestyle in a welcoming environment. Situated on a peaceful 100-acre nature preserve that features ponds, walking trails and abundant wildlife, Emerald Pond is the home you're looking for in Durham. Our community was ranked the #1 Foodiest Small...

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Atria Southpoint Walk

5705 Fayetteville Road, Durham, NC 27713

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
11
11 Photos available
8
8 Floor plans available
8.2
Review Score
44 reviews

Atria seems like a 5 in all categories so far. At Atria everyone is super friendly and helpful. The facilities are top notch and the food is good with lots of choices. It is very clean, there are a wide...

Provides: Independent Living, Assisted Living
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Atria Southpoint Walk encourages active older adults to spend their time as they wish, knowing everything from housekeeping to cooking and even transportation is handled for them. Our convenient location a short distance from shopping, restaurants, universities and parks, combined with a robust...

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Overture Centennial

600 Bilyeu St, Raleigh, NC 27606

19
19 Photos available
4
4 Floor plans available
8.5
Review Score
15 reviews

We were promised a daily breakfast when we signed the lease, but it soon evolved into a weekly affair. The activities is perhaps the most attractive part of the experience. We had quality entertainment on a...

Provides: Independent Living
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Under construction, opening Early 2020- Welcome to Overture Centennial, a place to rediscover yourself (and your retirement), in the comfort of a community designed with you in mind. We give you the means to live an active and fulfilled life; you create the experience. With access to an abundance...

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Cost of independent living in Lee County, NC

The average cost of senior living in Lee County is 3,875 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Goldston, NC with an average of 2,431 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
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Holiday Gardens at Wakefield, Waltonwood Lake Boone and Atria Oakridge are the top-rated independent living facilities near Lee County, North Carolina. See full list of communities.

There are 80 independent living facilities near Lee County, North Carolina. See the full list.

The best independent living facilities near you in Lee County, North Carolina are Holiday Gardens at Wakefield, Waltonwood Lake Boone, and Atria Oakridge. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.

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