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10 Best Independent Living Communities in Lee County, FL

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Great; well managed and friendly.
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
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.
The Preserve is an amenity-rich senior living community in an intimate, boutique-style setting, providing progressive, comprehensive care and personalized service delivered with exceptional hospitality.The Preserve is part of Hope Preserve, a newly developed health care network of providers...
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It is a wonderful place to live and to come here. They have valet parking here, maid service once a week, cleans the apartment and provides clean sheets, beautiful pool, activities for the residents each...
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.
Extensive research has gone into developing a truly different, service driven retirement community that functions even better than it looks (and it looks amazing!) We believe that quality always costs less in the end. You are spared the unpleasantness of inexperience that frequently leads to...
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My loved one lived here for quite some time. Cleanliness was ok, but communication with the family was amazing. I got updates on my loved one frequently, for big things and little things. I can't say enough...
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.
The Elite at Cape Coral is nestled in a quiet neighborhood. Just moments away from banking, shopping, and doctor’s offices. We have 79 apartments, and only two floors. A quick ride up our elevator and our residents and families can enjoy a lovely parlor on the way to their spacious studio or...
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My family member has resided at Promised Sky for seven months and I have only good things to say. The facility is clean, inviting and cozy with plenty of sofas and chairs for the residents to relax in the...
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.
Promised Sky delivers exceptional service at its residential care home in Cape Floral, Florida. The care home is a delightful oasis retreat surrounded by palm trees. Indoor common areas provide spaces for on-site activities such as games, art activities, and exercise.The community offers...
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Based on our experience with Palmview at Gulf Coast we think they could improve on the activities and just having more diverse activities. They could also have special food for events/days/birthdays.
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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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.
Noble Senior Living at Fort Myers has been completely renovated with beautifully appointed studios and one-bedrooms. Also, you will also find many community spaces including a spacious lobby, common areas, a bistro, and a life enrichment center. As a result, you’ll enjoy the look and feel of our...
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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.
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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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: 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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My mother was in the independent living facility for 2+ years and then moved to the assisted living facility, Palm View. Both facilities were clean with good food and adequately staffed. Mom is safe and...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living, Home Care, Nursing Homes
Care types provided by this community
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.
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.
Home Care: Home care relies on trained aides to provide companionship and non-medical care for seniors living at home.
Nursing Homes: Nursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.
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The Woodlands is wonderful they are 5 stars all the way! I couldn't have picked a better place, my mother was in the hospital and when she was ready to leave, she asked to go back to The Woodlands. They are...
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 Lee County, FL

The average cost of senior living in Lee County is $4,289 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include LaBelle, FL with an average of $2,743 per month.

Independent living costs in Lee County, FL, vs. nearby counties

Lee County, FL
$4,289/mo
$4,496/mo

Independent living costs in Lee County, FL, vs. state and national averages

Lee County, FL
$4,289/mo
$3,981/mo
U.S. national average
$4,016/mo

Independent living costs in Lee County, FL, vs. other senior living options

$4,814/mo
Independent Living
$4,289/mo

Independent living costs in Lee County, FL, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$3,591/mo
Studio
$4,439/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,372/mo
2 Bedroom
$4,890/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$4,628/mo

Senior living costs in Lee County 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: Lee County, FL
Column state: Florida
Column national: U.S.
Community typeLee County, FLFloridaU.S.
Independent Living$4,289/mo$3,981/mo$4,016/mo
Assisted Living$4,505/mo$3,893/mo$4,558/mo
Memory Care$4,814/mo$4,276/mo$4,794/mo
Independent Living
Lee County, FL:$4,289/mo
Florida:$3,981/mo
U.S.:$4,016/mo
Assisted Living
Lee County, FL:$4,505/mo
Florida:$3,893/mo
U.S.:$4,558/mo
Memory Care
Lee County, FL:$4,814/mo
Florida:$4,276/mo
U.S.:$4,794/mo
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Independent living costs in Lee County, FL, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly independent living costs have shifted over the past five years in Lee County 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 Lee County, FL

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Lee County 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
Lee County, FL$3,090/mo$3,289/mo-6.1%
Florida$3,401/mo$3,305/mo+2.9%
National$3,261/mo$3,166/mo+3.0%
Lee County, FL
2024 average cost:$3,090/mo
2023 average cost:$3,289/mo
Percent change:-6.1%
Florida
2024 average cost:$3,401/mo
2023 average cost:$3,305/mo
Percent change:+2.9%
National
2024 average cost:$3,261/mo
2023 average cost:$3,166/mo
Percent change:+3.0%
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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 Lee County

Recent reviews for independent living in Lee County

Fort Myers Independent Living

4.9
I picked this community because it was the only affordable place.We can afford it and if we need to call for help for medicines and personal intimate items. Place is clean, cereal for breakfast,no lunch and dinner. Place is clean and owners of site are amazing.

Seaside at Fort Myers

4.0
I am currently a resident at Seaside at Fort Myers and my experience at this facility has been good. The staff is nice and passionate. The cleanliness and friendliness is good. The care services, value for cost and activities are also good. The food is cold a lot of times. I do eat in my room a ...
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Highpoint at Cape Coral

5.0
5 for all. Highpoint at Cape Coral is a wonderful place. The staff are wonderful, very supportive. They have so many activities every day. My father is a veteran and they have special events during the year to celebrate their service for our country.

Lee County independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Lee County independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Lee County, 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 Lee County 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 Lee County 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
26.8%
20.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
46.3%
34.1%
No sugar
No sugar
46.3%
31.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
58.5%
33.6%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
26.8%
8.1%
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Availability of select dining options in Lee County 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 Lee County communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Lee County, FLNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
56.1%
36.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
63.4%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
56.1%
36.9%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
29.3%
17.4%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Lee 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 Lee County offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
65.9%
45.3%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
43.9%
28.4%
Community service programs
Community service programs
43.9%
32.8%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
53.7%
49.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
65.9%
49.8%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
65.9%
54.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
65.9%
43.1%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
61%
37.7%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
58.5%
41.7%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
65.9%
47.5%
Live performances
Live performances
63.4%
47.3%
Dances
Dances
46.3%
32.6%
Fitness center
Fitness center
46.3%
39.8%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
65.9%
47%
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Atrium at Liberty Park, Canterfield of Fort Myers and American House Bonita Springs Independent Living are the top-rated independent living facilities near Lee County, Florida. See full list of communities.
There are 47 independent living facilities near Lee County, Florida. See the full list.
The best independent living facilities near you in Lee County, Florida are Brookdale Bonita Springs, Atrium at Liberty Park and Canterfield of Fort Myers. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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