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10 Best Independent Living Communities in Marion, NC

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Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living
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.
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.
For over a decade, Kingston Residence of Hickory has provided older, active adults with the opportunity to remain independent in the privacy of their own spacious apartments, to enjoy the benefits of retirement living to the fullest, and to get the assistance many need in those later years....
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Provides: Independent Living, Senior Apartments
Care types provided by this community
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.
Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living, 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.
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.
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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Provides: Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
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
Care types provided by this community
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, Nursing Homes
Care types provided by this community
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.
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.
Provides: Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
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 Marion, NC

The average cost of senior living in Marion is $3,399 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Crossnore, NC with an average of $3,245 per month.

Independent living costs in Marion, NC, vs. nearby cities

Marion, NC
$3,399/mo
$3,479/mo

Independent living costs in Marion, NC, vs. state and national averages

Marion, NC
$3,399/mo
U.S. national average
$4,070/mo

Independent living costs in Marion, NC, vs. other senior living options

$4,633/mo
Independent Living
$3,399/mo

Independent living costs in Marion, NC, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$4,068/mo
Studio
$4,745/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,275/mo
2 Bedroom
$4,978/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$3,250/mo

Senior living costs in Marion 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: Marion, NC
Column state: North Carolina
Column national: U.S.
Community typeMarion, NCNorth CarolinaU.S.
Independent Living$3,399/mo$3,599/mo$4,070/mo
Assisted Living$3,312/mo$4,273/mo$4,612/mo
Memory Care$4,633/mo$5,171/mo$5,372/mo
Independent Living
Marion, NC:$3,399/mo
North Carolina:$3,599/mo
U.S.:$4,070/mo
Assisted Living
Marion, NC:$3,312/mo
North Carolina:$4,273/mo
U.S.:$4,612/mo
Memory Care
Marion, NC:$4,633/mo
North Carolina:$5,171/mo
U.S.:$5,372/mo
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Independent living costs in Marion, NC, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly independent living costs have shifted over the past five years in Marion 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 Marion, NC

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Marion 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
Marion, NC$3,752/mo$3,546/mo+5.8%
North Carolina$3,600/mo$3,416/mo+5.4%
National$3,261/mo$3,166/mo+3.0%
Marion, NC
2024 average cost:$3,752/mo
2023 average cost:$3,546/mo
Percent change:+5.8%
North Carolina
2024 average cost:$3,600/mo
2023 average cost:$3,416/mo
Percent change:+5.4%
National
2024 average cost:$3,261/mo
2023 average cost:$3,166/mo
Percent change:+3.0%
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What families are saying about independent living in Marion

Recent reviews for independent living in Marion

Carolina Care Retirement Community in Cherryville, NC

5.0
Carolina Care Retirement Community is very clean and maintained. A great value for the price. The other nearby residents are friendly and quiet. The staff has been very helpful from the time we requested information through now. The housekeeping staff is efficient, dependable and trustworthy. ...
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Marjorie McCune Memorial Center in Black Mountain, NC

4.0
My brother did not have a good experience in his stay at this community. They had him in one room when he moved in and then they changed his room the next day. When I inquired as to why they said they try to have them with a roommate they are compatible with. When they moved him into the new ...
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Pacifica Senior Living Heritage Hills in Hendersonville, NC

5.0
I love it here. The only issue I have with Pacifica is... their accounting office makes mistakes and takes too long to fix them. I recommend this community.

Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Friendly and welcoming community atmosphere. Reviews consistently mention the warm and inviting environment at various communities, with residents and staff forming close-knit communities. For example, at LaurelHurst and LaurelWoods, the Laurelhurst community is described as 'one big family', and residents often comment on the high level ...
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Wide range of activities. Residents find enjoyment in the diverse range of activities offered at several communities, such as Harmony at Reynolds Mountain, where opportunities include book groups, movies, singing, and even Bible studies. The staff at these communities cater to the unique interests of residents, ensurin ...
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Quality meals and dining experiences. The food and dining experiences at many communities receive praise from residents. At Holiday Pinecrest, new residents are pleasantly surprised by the food's quality, while at Brookdale Hendersonville East, the staff go above and beyond to accommodate dietary preferences and restrictions. In ...
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Well-maintained interior spaces and grounds. Communities with clean and up-to-date facilities, such as Carolina Care Retirement Community and Harmony at Reynolds Mountain, are frequently mentioned in reviews for their immaculate living spaces and beautifully maintained grounds. The sense of pride and care taken in maintaining the commu ...
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Engaged and helpful staff. Staff members at various communities, including Pacifica Senior Living Heritage Hills and Holiday Pinecrest, are commended for their dedication and support. Residents appreciate being treated with respect and kindness, and value the staff's responsiveness to their needs and concerns.
Pet-friendly policies. Pet-friendly policies at communities like LaurelHurst and LaurelWoods and Ardenwoods bring joy and companionship to many residents. The ability to keep their beloved pets with them adds to the comfort and ease of the transition to community living.
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Marion independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Marion independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Marion, 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 Marion 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 Marion partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Marion, NCNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
12.5%
20.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
25%
34.1%
No sugar
No sugar
18.8%
31.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
18.8%
33.6%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
15.6%
8.1%
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Availability of select dining options in Marion 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 Marion communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Marion, NCNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
25%
36.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
37.5%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
28.1%
36.9%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
6.3%
17.4%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Marion 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 Marion offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Marion, NCNational
Activity director
Activity director
43.8%
45.3%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
18.8%
28.4%
Community service programs
Community service programs
28.1%
32.8%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
40.6%
49.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
46.9%
49.8%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
46.9%
54.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
43.8%
43.1%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
31.3%
37.7%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
37.5%
41.7%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
40.6%
47.5%
Live performances
Live performances
40.6%
47.3%
Dances
Dances
28.1%
32.6%
Fitness center
Fitness center
40.6%
39.8%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
40.6%
47%
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Frequently Asked Questions

Julian Woods Retirement, Holiday Pinecrest and LaurelHurst and LaurelWoods are the top-rated independent living facilities near Marion, North Carolina. See full list of communities.
There are 36 independent living facilities near Marion, North Carolina. See the full list.
The best independent living facility near you in Marion, North Carolina is LaurelHurst and LaurelWoods. This independent living community received the highest ranking based on verified family reviews.
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