Senior Living Apartments in Charlotte, NC

As with a standard apartment community, many residents primarily rely on private funds to pay for senior apartments in Charlotte. Unlike assisted living or memory care facilities, senior apartments aren’t covered by public funding sources like Medicare, Medicaid, and long-term care insurance. This is because they are apartments, not care facilities.

In the event that you need in-home care due to a medical condition, public sources may become helpful to offset care costs. Some seniors may also qualify for veterans benefits and/or housing assistance programs that can help pay for their senior apartment. We detail each of those payment methods and what those can cover at a senior apartment community below.

Senior apartments in Charlotte are required to uphold standards set in the city’s minimum housing code. All dwellings within Charlotte are checked by code inspectors, who make note of violations like the following:

• Broken windows
• Loose flooring
• Stained or moisture-damaged interior walls
• Unsafe ceilings or roof
• Leaking roof or plumbing
• Damaged structural supports
• Hazardous wiring

Additionally, all landlords and tenants are required to meet certain responsibilities at rental properties in North Carolina. We outline the expectations for both parties below, as well as the laws intended to prevent housing discrimination.

Landlord responsibilities

Landlords in North Carolina are required to keep their rental properties suitable and safe places for residents to live. By law, landlords are required to meet the following obligations:

• Provide a smoke alarm
• Make all necessary repairs
• Let residents know if they sell the property
• Adhere to all requirements in Charlotte’s housing code
• Fix all broken-down appliances, if provided by the landlord
• Keep all common areas, such as stairs and hallways, clear and in a safe condition
• Make sure plumbing, heating, and electrical equipment are safe and working properly
• Don’t intrude on a resident’s space, with the exception of the landlord’s right to inspect, which can take place with or without notice depending on the lease

Tenant requirements

Tenants at rental properties must also maintain their share of responsibilities, like the following:

• Pay rent on time
• Dispose of garbage properly
• Maintain the home’s cleanliness
• Avoid unnecessary damages caused by yourself or your guests
• Timely notify landlord that you intend to move out at the end of your lease

Fair housing

All rental properties in North Carolina are required to follow state and federal laws that prohibit housing discrimination. In particular, the Fair Housing Act prevents landlords from refusing to lease a property to someone because of the following:

• Religion
• Race
• Sex
• Family status
• Disability

Reasonable accommodations and modifications for residents with disabilities

The Americans with Disabilities Act (or ADA) requires landlords to make necessary accommodations and modifications to the property to give disabled individuals equal access to spaces. Accommodations can be changes or exemptions to policies, and modifications are adjustments to the construction of the building. Accommodations and modifications enable people with disabilities to fully enjoy their unit and common areas.

Under the law, landlords must let tenants make any reasonable modifications to their living space. Some examples of modifications are listed below:

• Installing a ramp into a building
• Widening doorways
• Lowering light switches
• Installing grab bars

If tenants believe their community isn’t in compliance with the city’s minimum housing code, they can report violations on the Housing and Neighborhood Services page or dial 3-1-1 to request an inspection.

Charlotte Housing and Neighborhood Services

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600 E. Trade St.
Charlotte, NC 28202
Phone: 704-336-3380

COVID-19 regulations for Charlotte senior apartment communities

There aren’t any COVID-19 restrictions or mandates in place for North Carolina, as of February 2023. However, COVID-19 and its variants remain a threat for high-risk populations. Most senior apartment communities are run like typical private apartment complexes, meaning they most likely have no enforced guidelines. Consider checking with your prospective complex to see if they have any specific policies in place to keep residents and staff safe.

NC Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS)

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You can also check the North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) COVID-19 recommendations for any new guidance and local updates. The DHSS is currently recommending the following general practices on its website:

Charlotte offers several impressive senior apartment communities for those who want to live like royalty. We highlight some of the most distinguished features you can expect to find at senior apartments in the Queen City.

Regal amenities

You’ll find that many senior apartments in Charlotte come with lavish on-site amenities like resort-style pools, round-the-clock fitness centers, and sun decks. Enjoy strolling through the impeccably manicured grounds, where you’ll likely find walking paths and a charming gazebo. Some newer apartment communities offer plenty of outdoor activity spaces — like pickleball courts, grilling decks, and on-site dog parks. Residents can also revel in five-star services that may be offered as “a la carte” options, which can include housekeeping, laundry, and private outdoor patios and verandas. Additionally, you can always expect reliable on-call maintenance services at our partnered senior apartments.

Palatial living spaces

Our partner Charlotte senior apartment communities typically offer one- and two-bedroom, open-concept layouts. Though rare, a select number of communities may offer three-bedroom options as well. Select communities offer upgraded kitchens with stainless-steel appliances and granite countertops, grand garden tubs, and soaring 9-foot ceilings. Some communities include in-unit washers and dryers, impressive closets, and walk-in showers. Private balconies and patio options can be found at several of our partner senior apartment communities, as well as ground-floor units with wheelchair-accessible features.

Lively social scene

On-site common spaces make the perfect settings to gather and delight in the company of other residents. Enjoy a few rounds of pool in a billiards lounge or game room, curl up with a good book in a community library, or stay active with weekly fitness classes and yoga. Most of our partner communities have on-site clubhouses that play host to social events like holiday parties, happy hours, and wine tastings. Some of our Charlotte partner communities provide daily activities through the local YMCA and Mecklenburg senior recreation programs.

Within reach of Charlotte’s attractions

Our in-network senior apartments in Charlotte are luckily within access to all of the city’s attractions and conveniences. Most sit within 20 miles of Charlotte Douglas International Airport. Other partner senior apartments are minutes away from local golf clubs, shopping, and scrumptious dining options popular among residents. Our partner communities are also located near Charlotte’s center city — or Uptown area — within proximity to the Bank of America stadium, the Charlotte Convention Center, and the NASCAR Hall of Fame. Communities a little further out from Uptown Charlotte have nearby access to ample parks and lush nature preserves.

Health care for seniors in Charlotte

Exceptional medical care can be found throughout Charlotte. From primary care to intensive trauma care, some of the region’s best medical experts are located at Charlotte’s hospitals. Below, you’ll find a list of some of the best hospitals in Charlotte.

Transportation for seniors in Charlotte

When living independently, having reliable transportation is essential to access resources like health care, nutritious food, and religious and social organizations. Around 33% of our partner senior apartment communities have at-cost transportation, but it may be helpful to learn about the local transportation options available to seniors in Charlotte if you no longer drive.

The Charlotte Area Transit System (CATS) operates several bus and rail routes throughout the city, as well as paratransit services to anyone who can’t access the fixed routes because of a disability.

Eligible seniors in Charlotte may also be able to access nonemergency transportation services through the Mecklenburg Transportation System (MTS). MTS operates several transportation services with different eligibility requirements and services. Read on below to find out more about these unique programs.

• Veterans services transportation. Qualified veterans can receive transportation to and from VA hospitals in North Carolina and medical clinics in Charlotte.
• Elderly disabled transportation assistance. This service is available to seniors age 60 and older who need assistance getting to and from dialysis or chemotherapy treatment.
• Senior citizens nutrition program meal sites. Seniors age 60+ can receive free transportation to and from select locations that participate in the county’s senior citizens nutrition program.
• Urbanized area general purpose. Seniors age 60+ in Charlotte’s urban area may be able to receive nonemergency transportation to locations that can include grocery stores, beauty salons, and recreation centers.
• Medicaid transportation. This program helps Medicaid-eligible seniors get to and from medical-specific destinations via CATS bus service. Door-to-door transportation may also be available if a Medicaid Transportation Exception Form is provided.
• Elderly general purpose. This resource is available for seniors age 60 and older who don’t live in an assisted living facility or nursing home and need transportation to and from locations that can include pharmacies, senior centers, and medical and dental appointments.
• Rural general public. Eligible individuals living within Charlotte’s rural areas may be able to receive door-to-door transportation through this service and up to 40 one-way trips per month.

Below, you can find how WalkScore ranks Charlotte for its walkability, public transit, and bike friendliness. These numbers reflect that most Charlotte residents are very reliant on cars, with some public transportation and limited bike lanes.