10 Best Independent Living Communities in North Houston, TX

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Cost of independent living in North Houston, TX

The average cost of senior living in North Houston is $3,226 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Jersey Village, TX with an average of $3,226 per month.

Independent living costs in North Houston, TX, vs. state and national averages

North Houston, TX

$3,226/mo

Texas state

$3,090/mo

U.S. national average

$3,520/mo

Independent living costs in North Houston, TX, vs. other senior living options

Assisted Living

$4,725/mo

Memory Care

$6,211/mo

Independent Living

$3,226/mo

Independent living costs in North Houston, TX, by floor plan type

Semi-Private

$2,720/mo

Studio

$2,778/mo

1 Bedroom

$3,312/mo

2 Bedroom

$4,490/mo

Senior living costs in North Houston 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: North Houston, TX

Column state: Texas

Column national: U.S.

Community type	North Houston, TX	Texas	U.S.
Independent Living	$3,226/mo	$3,090/mo	$3,520/mo
Assisted Living	$4,725/mo	$4,569/mo	$5,830/mo
Memory Care	$6,211/mo	$6,223/mo	$6,999/mo

Independent Living

North Houston, TX:$3,226/mo

Texas:$3,090/mo

U.S.:$3,520/mo

Assisted Living

North Houston, TX:$4,725/mo

Texas:$4,569/mo

U.S.:$5,830/mo

Memory Care

North Houston, TX:$6,211/mo

Texas:$6,223/mo

U.S.:$6,999/mo

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What families are saying about independent living in North Houston

Recent reviews for independent living in North Houston

The Tradition - Buffalo Speedway in Houston, TX

4.7

We are still getting settled and sorting out our belongings since we brought more than we need, so we haven't participated in many activities yet. We are pleased with our choice a nd so are the people we have met, many of whom have been here since they opened. It is working very well for us.

Optimum Personal Care - Sugar Land

5.0

5 on all of the above categories, it has been an excellent experience at Optimum Personal Care - Sugar Land. The facility is very clean and the staff is very Godly, which meant a lot to our family. I absolutely recommend this facility to anybody looking for assisted living.

The Cottage of Spring Branch in Houston, TX

5.0

This is a unique community with a special mission. The operation is designed to accommodate the needs of residents with different levels of cognitive impairments. Rather than blending them all together, they separate them by acuity and provide them with activities to offer the highest quality of ...

North Houston independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in North Houston independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in North Houston, 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 North Houston 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 North Houston partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.

North Houston, TXNational

Nutritionist / dietician

17.2%

18.1%

Low / no sodium

40%

30.5%

No sugar

34.4%

27.3%

Vegetarian

35.7%

29.8%

Pureed meals

13.5%

9.8%

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Availability of select dining options in North Houston 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 North Houston communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.

North Houston, TXNational

Professional chef

44.4%

32.1%

Restaurant style dining

52.2%

38.3%

Room service

45.8%

32.6%

Anytime dining

20.6%

15.2%

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Availability of select programs and activities in North Houston 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 North Houston offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.

North Houston, TXNational

Activity director

52.4%

39.7%

Pet-focused programs

33%

25.1%

Community service programs

42.2%

29.1%

Devotional activities on-site

48.4%

41.5%

Parties / BBQs / happy hour

56.8%

43.2%

Outings / off-site activities

56.9%

47.4%

Piano or organ

48.9%

37.8%

Arts and crafts center

49.4%

34.1%

Educational speakers / life long learning

50.2%

36.8%

Clubs / games / karaoke

53.9%

41.6%

Live performances

55.3%

41.2%

Dances

45.7%

29.2%

Fitness center

46.8%

35.1%

Fitness classes

53.2%

40.8%

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Frequently Asked Questions

Mera Vintage Park, Paradise Springs and The Solana Preserve Vintage Park are the top-rated independent living facilities near North Houston, Texas. See full list of communities.

There are 49 independent living facilities near North Houston, Texas. See the full list.

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The best independent living facilities near you in North Houston, Texas are The Auberge at Sugar Land, Oak Park Retirement Resort and The Abbey at Westminster Plaza. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.

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10 Best Independent Living Communities in North Houston, TX

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Cost of independent living in North Houston, TX

Independent living costs in North Houston, TX, vs. state and national averages

Independent living costs in North Houston, TX, vs. other senior living options

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