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5 Best Independent Living Communities in Maricopa County, AZ

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If you’re looking for independent living in the Maricopa 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 Maricopa 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 5 independent living facilities in Maricopa County, A Place for Mom makes it easier to find your new, maintenance-free home.

We are also serving Assisted Living facilities in surrounding neighborhoods like Catlin Court Historic District, Agua Fria and Maryvale.
You may also consider nearby communities such as Surprise, Sun City and Buckeye.

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Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
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This community is great. The community follows through on what they say they will. The support staff is wonderful. They take Alltech for the residents.
Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
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Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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Cost of independent living in Maricopa County, AZ

The average cost of senior living in Maricopa County is $3,107 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Goodyear, AZ with an average of $2,893 per month.

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Maricopa County, AZ vs. nearby counties

Maricopa County, AZ
$3,107/mo
$2,893/mo
$3,537/mo

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Maricopa County, AZ vs. the state and national average

Maricopa County, AZ
$3,107/mo
$3,727/mo
U.S. national average
$4,019/mo

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Maricopa County vs. other types of senior living

$4,509/mo
Independent Living
$3,107/mo

Median monthly costs of Independent Living in Maricopa County, AZ by room type

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What families are saying about independent living in Maricopa County

Recent reviews for independent living in Maricopa County

The Park at Surprise

5.0
I am so sad that I have to leave my home at The Park at Surprise. I live in the 2bedroom den style on the 1st floor that is 1100 square feet I believe. My patio and windows face the pretty courtyard, they remind me of my travels in Europe. I am leaving bc my health has declined, I didn't want to ...
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Lifestyles of Glendale

3.1
The 5 is totally based on the administrator. She is really nice. If she wasn't there it would be terrible. I don't like that it all depends on this one person. There are too many animals. Too many stray cats. Trash, trash, too much trash!

Estrella Estates in Goodyear, AZ

4.8
Everything has been great, there is a lady in management that really expresses true genuine care and that was something that really stood out to us. The only issues we are having is sometimes our loved one is not that thrilled with the meals.

Maricopa County independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Maricopa County independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Maricopa County, but support comparisons against nationwide offerings. Our Senior Living Advisors can help you find communities that fit your preferences.

Availability of select programs and activities in Maricopa County independent living

Senior living communities offer a variety of programming to keep seniors socially, mentally, and physically vibrant. The chart below shows what percentage of partnered independent living communities in Maricopa County offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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The Gardens of Sun City, Legacy House of Avondale and The Forum at Desert Harbor are the top-rated independent living facilities near Maricopa County, Arizona. See full list of communities.

There are 5 independent living facilities near Maricopa County, Arizona. See the full list.

The best independent living facilities near you in Maricopa County, Arizona are The Gardens of Sun City, Legacy House of Avondale and Sun City West Assisted Living and Memory Care. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.

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