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10 Best Independent Living Communities in Unaka, NC

Last Updated: 2/21/25

If you’re looking for independent living in the Unaka 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 Unaka. 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 22 independent living facilities in Unaka, A Place for Mom makes it easier to find your new, maintenance-free home.


You may also consider nearby communities such as Murphy, Tellico Plains or Hiwassee Village.

Unaka Independent Living Facilities | 98 Reviews

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Last Updated: 2/21/25
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Average starting price of Independent Living in Unaka, NC is $2,687/month. Learn more
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Average starting price $2,687/month
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Recent reviews of Independent Living in Unaka, NC
Garden Plaza Of Greenbriar Cove in Ooltewah, TN
5.0

They do everything well. We picked this community, because they have large rooms, it's clean, and friendly. The offer activiites, such as; exercise, lap pool, bingo and cards, cooking, woodworking, and cross stitch.

Brasstown Manor in Hiawassee, GA
5.0

I have visited this community many times while visiting my friends. I love the option of starting on their Independent Living and when/if I need more assistance, I can move down to their Assisted Living. The staff has always been professional and pleasant. My friends love where they live and I can't wait till I join them there!

River Oaks Place - Lenoir City
5.0

This is a good place to live. They take good care of you – always have meals on time clean and well decorated, the room cleaning and laundry service is good. Some meals could be better but is generally ok.

The Garden Plaza at Cleveland

3500 Keith St NW, Cleveland, TN 37312

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18 reviews

l have been involved in so many outside activities. I'm not position to judge. I continue to drive an automobile, but based on the experience I have had so far I would recommend this community to other...

Provides: Independent Living, Assisted Living
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Park Place of West Knoxville

10914 Kingston Pike, Knoxville, TN 37934

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
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9.2
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14 reviews

My mother recently moved to Park Place and is settling in. The staff have gone out of their way to make her feel welcome and I appreciate her being somewhere close and with people she can interact with. It...

Provides: Independent Living
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Park Place West Knoxville is an upscale independent living community in the vibrant and active West Knoxville area. We are a senior living community designed for those who wish to maintain independent lifestyles but may require some additional support. We are part of Five Star Senior Living; a...

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Sherrill Hills Retirement Resort

271 Moss Grove Blvd., Knoxville, TN 37922

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
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9.0
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19 reviews

The food was good but quality dropped with inflation. The activities are also great. I no longer live at Sherrill Hills because it is too expensive and corporate management has lost touch with the tenant. ...

Provides: Independent Living
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Sherrill Hills Retirement Resort is Knoxville's Premier independent living community. Sherrill Hills Retirement Resort comprises 128 apartments for adults 55 and over — including studio apartments, one,  two, and three bedroom suites and a variety of floor plans. Sherrill Hills...

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The Neighborhood at Tellico Village

100 Chatuga Dr W, Loudon, TN 37774

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
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10 reviews

As far as areas to improve on, I would say there was some major misinformation with pricing- I was given one price/amount that I was told was the total to be written on the check, and on move-in day was told...

Provides: Independent Living, Assisted Living, Memory Care
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The Neighborhood at Tellico Village is a charming senior living community located in Loudon, a bustling town in the Eastern part of the state, 33 miles southwest of Knoxville, in Loudon County. We offer 24-hour nursing available on-site, assisted living and memory / Alzheimer's care. Step inside...

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Garden Plaza Of Greenbriar Cove

4586 Forythia Way, Ooltewah, TN 37363

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8.5
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4 reviews

The landscaping of grounds is beautiful. Staff is super. Residents interact well with each other and seem very happy there. Countless activities! Apartment sizes are very good. And they have nice porches...

Provides: Independent Living
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Garden Plaza of Greenbriar Cove sets the standard for independent living. The 17-acre campus features walking paths, four lakes and natural landscaping.Courtyards invite residents to enjoy the scenery of their home, and outdoor stone fireplaces offer a cozy setting during cool evenings.At Garden...

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South Knoxville Senior Living

3020 Heatherton Way, Knoxville, TN 37920

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
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8.5
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10 reviews

This is a smaller facility, with villas of about 14 individuals per villa, which provides for quicker friendships. My wife and I came here after being in a 300 person facility and we are very happy here.

Provides: Independent Living

This newly renovated senior living community offers Independent and Assisted Living options within 6 spaciously designed Villas for apartment-style living. At South Knoxville Senior Living, we redefine senior living. Our apartment-style Villas liberate residents from the burdens and expenses of...

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River Oaks Place - Lenoir City

100 Fifth Avenue, Lenoir City, TN 37771

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8.0
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19 reviews

Overall, my loved one's experience at River Oaks Place Lenoir City was great. However, her initial evaluation could have been more in depth to catch poor cognitive status and inability to maintain safety of...

Provides: Independent Living, Assisted Living, Memory Care
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River Oaks Place is an assisted living facility in Lenoir City, Tennessee. Located above the 'old' portion of Lenori City the facility enjoys gorgeous views of the nature and wildlife around it-in particular the Tellico Lake and Smoky Mountains. River Oaks Place offers a fantastic location for...

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Simpson Estates

1239 Wesley Mountain Drive, Blairsville, GA 30512

Provides: Independent Living, Assisted Living, Memory Care

Branan Lodge

1146 Wesley Mountain Dr, Blairsville, GA 30512

Provides: Independent Living

Brasstown Manor

108 CHURCH STREET, Hiawassee, GA 30546

4 reviews

I have visited this community over the past 4 years and I have not felt more welcome than I do now! The community smells clean and the residents are always smiling. Just go to their Facebook page and you will see all the fun they are doing! Well wort...

Provides: Independent Living, Assisted Living, Memory Care

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Hiawassee Park

89 Hiawassee Park Dr, Hiawassee, GA 30546

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Provides: Independent Living

If you are looking for the perfect place to retire for yourself or a family member, you’ve come to the right place. Our mission is to provide affordable housing for seniors, age 50 and up, in a Christian environment.Baptist Retirement Communities of Georgia provides below market independent...

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Brasstown Manor

108 Church St, Hiawassee, GA 30546

Provides: Independent Living, Assisted Living

Brasstown Manor

108 Church St, Hiawassee, GA 30546

Provides: Independent Living, Assisted Living

Hiawassee Park Senior Living

89 Hiawassee Park Dr, Hiawassee, GA 30546

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Provides: Independent Living

If you are looking for a retirement home for yourself or a family member, you’ve come to the right place. Our mission is to provide affordable housing for seniors, age 50 and up, in a Christian environment. Baptist Retirement Communities of Georgia provides below market independent living at our...

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Shannondale of Maryville

804 Shannondale Way, Maryville, TN 37803

Provides: Independent Living, Assisted Living, Senior Apartments

Shannondale of Maryville opened in March of 2002. We are a Membership Based Community offering Continuing Care to our residents. Our 34-acre campus offers 66 Independent Living Homes & Villas and 89 Retirement Center Apartments -Though each of our facilities is unique in character they are...

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Parkview Maryville

1413 West Broadway, Maryville, TN 37934

Provides: Independent Living

Northwoods Retirement Home

54 Northwoods Dr, Dahlonega, GA 30533

Provides: Independent Living, Assisted Living

Evergreen Terrace

53 Northwoods Drive, Dahlonega, GA 30533

Provides: Independent Living, Assisted Living

Evergreen Terrace

53 Northwoods Drive, Dahlonega, GA 30533

Provides: Independent Living, Assisted Living

Trustwell Living of West Knoxville

1932 Falling Waters Rd., Knoxville, TN 37922

Provides: Independent Living
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Villages of Farragut -Fall '19

136 Smith Road, Knoxville, TN 37934

Provides: Independent Living, Assisted Living, Memory Care
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Villages of Farragut -Fall '19

136 Smith Road, Knoxville, TN 37934

Provides: Independent Living, Assisted Living, Memory Care
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Cost of independent living in Unaka, NC

The average cost of senior living in Unaka is 2,687 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Hayesville, NC with an average of 2,687 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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Frequently asked questions

The Garden Plaza at Cleveland, The Neighborhood at Tellico Village and Garden Plaza Of Greenbriar Cove are the top-rated independent living facilities near Unaka, North Carolina. See full list of communities.

There are 22 independent living facilities near Unaka, North Carolina. See the full list.

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