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If you’re an active, independent older adult looking for senior housing in New Bern, senior citizen apartments in New Bern might be the right fit. Apartments for seniors typically don’t include personal care services, but may offer amenities, activities, and maintenance for a stress-free, social lifestyle.
A Place for Mom can help older adults navigate how to apply for senior housing in New Bern and consider their options. With 2 senior rentals in New Bern, NC, we can help you find the right apartment for your budget and lifestyle. Whether you’re looking for upscale New Bern 55-plus apartments or low-income senior apartments for rent in New Bern, A Place for Mom can simplify your search.
We are also serving Senior Apartments facilities in surrounding neighborhoods like Downtown New Bern.
You may also consider nearby communities such as James City, Trent Woods or Bridgeton.
Types of care available in New Bern, NC
Senior Apartments
3607 South Pitt Street, Farmville, NC 27828
The Veranda senior apartments is located in rustic Farmville, Pitt County, North Carolina. Farmville is a beautiful country town with a peaceful and loving atmosphere. Farmville has the reputation of being the friendliest little town in the state of North Carolina. This little country town is...
1000 Doctors Dr, Kinston, NC 28501
The average cost of senior living in New Bern is 2,054 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Peletier, NC with an average of 1,847 per month.
Planning ahead can better position you to make good choices for your loved one’s care in the future. But if your aging family member needs care now, there are ways to finance the cost of long-term care through a combination of approaches.
In New Bern, North Carolina, seniors have access to local offices and organizations that may help them obtain financial assistance for senior care, including:
In New Bern, North Carolina, seniors have access to local offices and organizations that may help them obtain financial assistance for senior care, including:
New Bern is very car-dependent. Seniors can expect to need a car here for most errands. Public transit options in New Bern include fixed bus routes and an ADA paratransit service through Craven Area Rural Transit System (CARTS). New Bern has limited biking infrastructure and is not very walkable.
The New Bern region offers several health care providers for seniors wanting to be proactive about their health or for seniors seeking treatment for chronic conditions. The area has one main hospital — Carolina East Medical Center.
New Bern, North Carolina is known for its strong historical and cultural influences. Sometimes referred to as the Athens of the South, this active town features the well-appointed Godwin Memorial Library, the preserved Downtown Local Historic District, and the historic Masonic Temple and Theater. Literature-minded seniors will recognize this community as the setting of multiple Nicholas Sparks novels. The Craven County Senior Center offers local opportunities for fellowship and a schedule of engaging events.
Senior apartments offer a no-frills housing option for active and independent seniors. Units are often designed with senior-friendly features for accessibility, such as elevators and wide doorways. In general, senior apartments don’t provide health care services or daily assistance. Many senior apartments include:
The community in which a facility is located might have a significant influence on the total price. The total cost of living is a major influence in selecting which facility meets the needs of your loved one. The median monthly price for rent in New Bern is about $997 and the median home value for New Bern is about $151,115. The rent burden for New Bern is around 21.1% of the average person’s monthly income.
New Bern has a population density of 403 people per square mile. Out of the total population of New Bern, 20.3% live in poverty, 60.9% participate in the labor force, 8.9% are widows, and 17.3% have some form of disability. Of the population of New Bern 24.5% have a high-school diploma, 27.4% have a college degree, and 11.0% have a graduate degree. Demographically, New Bern is 2.4% mixed race, 2.3% other or not specified, 6.5% Asian, 0.5% Native American, 31.7% black, 0.1% Pacific Islander or Native Hawaiian, 56.6% white, and 6.7% Hispanic. In New Bern, 13.9% of the people are veterans of the United States armed forces. Out of the total city population, 48.1% are male and 51.9% are female. The median age of New Bern is 37 years old.
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. Residents of North Carolina enjoy its natural beauty which ranks 36th in the United States. The quality of life enjoyed by the average North Carolina citizen is ranked 18th nation-wide. Additionally, North Carolina is ranked 30th by healthcare standards. 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.
In terms of religious values, 39% of North Carolina’s population regularly attend some form of service and there are in total 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. 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. In terms of diversity, North Carolina ranks 20th in the nation.
North Carolina experiences an average humidity rating of about 71%. The highest monthly average humidity rating is 77% in the month of August. During the summer, the average temperature in North Carolina is around 76F. The average high summer temperature is around 92F in the month of July. The average low summer temperature is around 53F in the month of June. 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. The average low temperature during the winter drops to around 19F in the month of January. The average monthly precipitation for the state of North Carolina is around 4.20 inches. The most precipitation occurs in July with an average of 9.06 inches of precipitation a month. On average, North Carolina has an air quality index rating of around 36.0 AQI. The highest seasonal air quality index rating occurs in the month of April with a rating of 45.3 AQI. 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).
The state of North Carolina has a diverse array of plant and animal life. Local plant life can consist of redbud, dwarf crested iris, dragon’s mouth orchid, and sassafras. While venturing throughout the state, you might see animals such as the amberjack, the gray bats, the nine-banded armadillo, or the the American black bear. The state animal of North Carolina is the the squirrel.
Greenbrier Landing and The Veranda are the top-rated senior apartments near New Bern, North Carolina. See full list of communities.
There are 2 senior apartments near New Bern, North Carolina. See the full list.
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