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10 Best Independent Living Communities in South Phoenix, AZ

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If you’re looking for independent living in the South Phoenix 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 South Phoenix. 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 100 independent living facilities in South Phoenix, A Place for Mom makes it easier to find your new, maintenance-free home.

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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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Provides: Independent Living
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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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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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Provides: Senior Apartments
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Washer/DryerDishwasherWood Style Plank FlooringMicrowaveUpgraded Counter Tops and Plumbing FixturesMonthly activities and services include:Peer SupportAid with Dial-A-Ride transportationBlood Pressure ScreeningsHealth & Wellness ClassesCommunity Potlucks and much more...Downtown...
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Provides: Independent Living
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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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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.
Burkeshire Retirement Hotel When it comes to enjoying life and relaxing in style, the Burkeshire Retirement Hotel, located in Phoenix, Arizona is the ideal choice in assisted living communities. Located near most of what the big city offers, but tucked into a residential area with a beautiful,...
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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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Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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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.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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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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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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Provides: Independent Living
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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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Provides: Independent Living
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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.
Provides: Independent Living
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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.
Provides: Independent Living
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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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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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Provides: Independent Living
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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.
Provides: Independent Living
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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.
Provides: Independent Living
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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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Provides: Independent Living
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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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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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Provides: Independent Living
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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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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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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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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.

Cost of independent living in South Phoenix, AZ

The average cost of senior living in South Phoenix is $3,738 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Goodyear, AZ with an average of $2,816 per month.

Independent living costs in South Phoenix, AZ, vs. nearby cities

South Phoenix, AZ
$3,738/mo
$3,795/mo
$3,789/mo

Independent living costs in South Phoenix, AZ, vs. state and national averages

South Phoenix, AZ
$3,738/mo
$3,744/mo
U.S. national average
$4,017/mo

Independent living costs in South Phoenix, AZ, vs. other senior living options

$4,517/mo
Independent Living
$3,738/mo

Independent living costs in South Phoenix, AZ, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$3,588/mo
Studio
$4,593/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,538/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,145/mo

Senior living costs in South Phoenix vs. state and national costs

Cost comparison table showing community type costs by location. This table contains 3 rows of data across 4 columns.
Column communityType: Community type
Column destination: South Phoenix, AZ
Column state: Arizona
Column national: U.S.
Community typeSouth Phoenix, AZArizonaU.S.
Independent Living$3,738/mo$3,744/mo$4,017/mo
Assisted Living$3,625/mo$3,762/mo$4,557/mo
Memory Care$4,517/mo$4,493/mo$4,794/mo
Independent Living
South Phoenix, AZ:$3,738/mo
Arizona:$3,744/mo
U.S.:$4,017/mo
Assisted Living
South Phoenix, AZ:$3,625/mo
Arizona:$3,762/mo
U.S.:$4,557/mo
Memory Care
South Phoenix, AZ:$4,517/mo
Arizona:$4,493/mo
U.S.:$4,794/mo
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Independent living costs in South Phoenix, AZ, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly independent living costs have shifted over the past five years in South Phoenix and how those changes compare with state and national trends. The figures represent quarterly averages of what seniors actually paid after moving into A Place for Mom partner communities.

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Independent living cost trends in South Phoenix, AZ

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in South Phoenix have changed in the last two years and how those changes compare with state and national trends. The figures represent averages of actual costs paid by seniors who moved into A Place for Mom partner communities in 2023 and 2024.

Cost comparison table showing 2023 and 2024 median costs by location. This table contains 3 rows of data across 4 columns.
Column location: Location
Column cost2024: 2024 average cost
Column cost2023: 2023 average cost
Column percentChange: Percent change
Location2024 average cost2023 average costPercent change
South Phoenix, AZ$2,291/mo$2,863/mo-20.0%
Arizona$2,782/mo$2,810/mo-1.0%
National$3,257/mo$3,166/mo+2.9%
South Phoenix, AZ
2024 average cost:$2,291/mo
2023 average cost:$2,863/mo
Percent change:-20.0%
Arizona
2024 average cost:$2,782/mo
2023 average cost:$2,810/mo
Percent change:-1.0%
National
2024 average cost:$3,257/mo
2023 average cost:$3,166/mo
Percent change:+2.9%
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Discover the many ways to pay for senior living

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.

What families are saying about independent living in South Phoenix

Recent reviews for independent living in South Phoenix

Robson Reserve at Sun Lakes

5.0
Their meals were outstanding! We love love love The Renaissance! Unfortunately my mother-in-law couldn't get along with her neighbor so it was her problem, not the communities, but we decided to move her out. We're still sad that it didn't work out.

Albany Apartments in Mesa, AZ

5.0
We picked this community, for two main reasons: Price, and W/D in individual units. Definitely worth a look! Management and maintenance are responsive and helpful. I would recommend to other families.

Sagewood Desert Willow AL and MC in Phoenix, AZ

4.9
Everyone that we worked with at Sagewood Desert Willow was extremely friendly and engaged. We were assigned a move in coordinator who helped facilitate everything and provided the information we needed to move in. My loved one loves her housekeeper and the place is always very clean when we go ...
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South Phoenix independent living services and amenities

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

Availability of select dietary accommodations in South Phoenix independent living

Independent living communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of South Phoenix partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
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Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
8.7%
20.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
17.4%
34.1%
No sugar
No sugar
14.5%
31.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
14.5%
33.6%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
2.9%
8.1%
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Availability of select dining options in South Phoenix independent living

Our independent living communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of South Phoenix communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
14.5%
36.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
17.4%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
17.4%
36.9%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
11.6%
17.4%
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Availability of select programs and activities in South Phoenix 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 South Phoenix offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
18.8%
45.3%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
11.6%
28.4%
Community service programs
Community service programs
13%
32.8%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
20.3%
49.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
24.6%
49.8%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
23.2%
54.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
15.9%
43.1%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
15.9%
37.7%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
15.9%
41.7%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
21.7%
47.5%
Live performances
Live performances
21.7%
47.3%
Dances
Dances
11.6%
32.6%
Fitness center
Fitness center
14.5%
39.8%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
24.6%
47%
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Frequently Asked Questions

Oasis at Mesa Palms, McDowell Village and Atria Chandler Villas are the top-rated independent living facilities near South Phoenix, Arizona. See full list of communities.
There are 100 independent living facilities near South Phoenix, Arizona. See the full list.
The best independent living facilities near you in South Phoenix, Arizona are McDowell Village, Discovery Point Retirement Community and Atria Chandler Villas. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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