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Photo of Julian Woods Retirement
1818 Photos available
9.8
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21 reviews
9.8
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21 reviews
5 star
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10%
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I moved in her with my wife after reviewing several other facilities. Very happy with the support provided, when needed. My wife died recently, and I made the decision that staying here was preferable to...
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.
Julian Woods Retirement CommunityJulian Woods Retirement Community is South Asheville’s beautiful brand new senior living community! Opened in May 2024 in Arden NC, Julian Woods has 128 apartments for adults 55 and over — including studio, one, two, and three-bedroom apartments with a variety of...
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44 Photos available
55 Floor plans available
9.0
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23 reviews
9.0
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23 reviews
5 star
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4 star
22%
3 star
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2 star
4%
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4%
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Trinity View was excellent for my mom. They gave her community and helped back to such a stable state that we were able to bring her home with us. The staff is incredible and so friendly. I would definitely...
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.
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33 Floor plans available
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11 reviews
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The community is very friendly. My mom enjoys all of the social activities. The food is really good and nicely presented. The only drawback might be that there aren't extensive outdoor walking/ exercise...
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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Exceptional care. Staff go above and beyond, they are caring, hard working and compassionate.
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.
Silver Bluff Village is an assisted living community nestled in the mountains of North Carolina, on the bank of the Pigeon River in Canton. This is a place where southern climate mixes with high altitude to create pleasant weather throughout the year. Our residents take advantage of this weather...
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.
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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.
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After having lived in a home for 50 years the thought of moving to a retirement community was uncomfortable. After 6 months it has become a most enjoyable New Life. Food is excellent, any problems of which...
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: 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.
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, 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.
60 Givens Gerber Park is pleased to offer an affordable housing option for adults over the age of 55 to enjoy the comforts of home and a community setting within their budget. Choose between spacious one- and two-bedroom apartments where bright light streams through large windows with views of...
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Cost of independent living in Sunburst, NC

The average cost of senior living in Sunburst is $3,201 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Bryson City, NC with an average of $2,957 per month.

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

Sunburst, NC
$3,201/mo
$3,750/mo

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

Sunburst, NC
$3,201/mo
U.S. national average
$4,070/mo

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

$4,704/mo
Independent Living
$3,201/mo

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

Studio
$4,418/mo
1 Bedroom
$3,850/mo
2 Bedroom
$4,745/mo

Senior living costs in Sunburst 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: Sunburst, NC
Column state: North Carolina
Column national: U.S.
Community typeSunburst, NCNorth CarolinaU.S.
Independent Living$3,201/mo$3,599/mo$4,070/mo
Assisted Living$3,741/mo$4,273/mo$4,612/mo
Memory Care$4,704/mo$5,171/mo$5,372/mo
Independent Living
Sunburst, NC:$3,201/mo
North Carolina:$3,599/mo
U.S.:$4,070/mo
Assisted Living
Sunburst, NC:$3,741/mo
North Carolina:$4,273/mo
U.S.:$4,612/mo
Memory Care
Sunburst, NC:$4,704/mo
North Carolina:$5,171/mo
U.S.:$5,372/mo
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Independent living costs in Sunburst, NC, over time

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

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Sunburst 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
Sunburst, NC$4,608/mo$3,714/mo+24.1%
North Carolina$2,942/mo$2,923/mo+0.7%
National$2,797/mo$2,798/mo-0.1%
Sunburst, NC
2024 average cost:$4,608/mo
2023 average cost:$3,714/mo
Percent change:+24.1%
North Carolina
2024 average cost:$2,942/mo
2023 average cost:$2,923/mo
Percent change:+0.7%
National
2024 average cost:$2,797/mo
2023 average cost:$2,798/mo
Percent change:-0.1%
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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 Sunburst

Recent reviews for independent living in Sunburst

College Walk Retirement Ctr in Brevard, NC

4.0
This community does offer a lot of activities and amenities. This feels like an upscale community. They have a formal dining room where the wait staff take your order and then bring the meal to you. They offer computers for the residents to use. The staff were friendly and helpful. This ...
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Ardenwoods

4.9
We picked this community, because it had more overall of the things that my mom was looking for. I can say that I like it there. Also, I feel that working remotely, it's hard for you to get a real idea of what's available here. There are many places here that I wasn't aware of until I looked for ...
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Trinity View Retirement Community in Arden, NC

5.0
The staff and residents at Trinity View have been exceedingly helpful and kind. My mother is very happy with the facility and especially the food. Lots of healthy, fun activities. The administration is top notch!

Sunburst independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Sunburst independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Sunburst, 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 Sunburst 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 Sunburst partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
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Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
10%
34.1%
No sugar
No sugar
10%
31.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
10%
33.6%
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Availability of select dining options in Sunburst 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 Sunburst communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
10%
36.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
20%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
30%
36.9%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
10%
17.4%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Sunburst 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 Sunburst offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
20%
45.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
10%
32.8%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
40%
49.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
40%
49.8%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
30%
54.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
30%
43.1%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
30%
37.7%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
20%
41.7%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
30%
47.5%
Live performances
Live performances
30%
47.3%
Dances
Dances
20%
32.6%
Fitness center
Fitness center
40%
39.8%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
30%
47%
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Julian Woods Retirement, Trinity View Retirement Community and Ardenwoods are the top-rated independent living facilities near Sunburst, North Carolina. See full list of communities.
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