The 5 Best Independent Living Communities in Lakeland, FL

5 communities near Lakeland, FL

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Azalea Park

1325 Grasslands Boulevard, Lakeland, FL 33803

Independent Living

Azalea Park is a welcoming senior living community that offers a vibrant and enriching lifestyle for residents who cherish their independence while appreciating the availability of supportive services. Nestled in a lively neighborhood, Azalea Park is surrounded by a network of amenities and services that enhance the quality of life for its residents. With nearby access to Lakeland Regional Health ...

From $3,029/mo

9.8

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Lake Morton Plaza

400 South Florida Avenue, Lakeland, FL 33801

Assisted Living , Independent Living

"I recently moved into a two bedroom apartment at Lake Moron Plaza. I used to live at another independent living community before this and this has been a huge upgrade as a lower cost. From the initial consultation to movineing in was a very seemless process. The administration staff are very prompt with any queries that you have throughout. I am very happy with my spacious apartment and it has a b..." - Victoria

From $3,800/mo

9.8

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Lake Gibson Village

771 Carpenters Way, Lakeland, FL 33809

Assisted Living , Memory Care , Independent Living

"I have been very impressed with Lake Gibson Village. The staff is always super helpful and friendly, and the community offers a lot of great events and amenities. My Dad actually still gets to fish since they are so close to the lake! The move was not easy for my parents, but the adjustment period was quick mostly due to the amazing team they have working there..I would highly recommend this com..." - 98

From $4,000/mo

9.6

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Arbor Hills

4145 Lakeland Hills Boulevard, Lakeland, FL 33805

Independent Living

Arbor Hills offers a vibrant and inviting community for seniors seeking an enriching lifestyle complemented by attentive care and medical services. Nestled in the heart of Florida, Arbor Hills ensures that residents enjoy not only the comforts of home but also the peace of mind that comes with proximity to skilled healthcare professionals. The community's commitment to well-being is evident in its...

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Mainstay Senior Living

505 Ariana Avenue, Auburndale, FL 33823

Assisted Living , Memory Care , Independent Living , Skilled Nursing Facility

Mainstay Senior Living is a distinguished senior living community dedicated to enriching the lives of its residents through exceptional care and medical services. Residents benefit from a comprehensive array of healthcare services, including 24-hour supervision, medication management, and specialized memory care programming. The community is committed to providing an environment where seniors rece...

From $3,350/mo

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Compare average cost of independent living in Lakeland, FL area with nearby cities

The figures below show the average monthly starting costs for independent living of nearby cities. Keep in mind that these figures are an average, and that the numbers used to calculate it spanned a wide range. In fact, Seniorly data suggests that most families will underestimate their monthly budget by almost 20%, meaning that once inclusions and services are factored in, they can actually afford more than they originally thought.

$4,062/mo

Plant City

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$3,156/mo

Winter Haven

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$2,970/mo

Valrico

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$3,268/mo

Haines City

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$3,191/mo

Brandon

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$3,303/mo

Davenport

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Independent Living amenities in Lakeland area

100% of these independent living are verified

100% of these independent living offer resident-run activities

100% of these independent living offer fitness activities

100% of these independent living have walking paths

66% of these independent living have a restaurant style

Average Seniorly Community Score in Lakeland

9.6

Excellent

Seniorly Community Score

What is Seniorly Community Score?

The Seniorly Community Score is a comprehensive and unbiased rating system that takes into account multiple factors crucial to senior living quality. We've meticulously analyzed thousands of senior living communities across the country to create an innovative and accurate assessment of each community's strengths and offerings. The Seniorly Community Score employs a user-friendly scale from 1 to 10, with 10 signifying an exceptional senior living community and 1 representing the lower end of quality, ensuring an easy-to-understand and transparent evaluation for families.

Get to know Lakeland area

Total population: 729

50% of population is 50+ years old, 29% is 65+ years old

Median income: $28,906

The poverty rate is 29% higher for this region compared to the Florida state average, which is 12%

Diversity

17% Hispanic, and 78% White of population

Explore other types of communities in Lakeland, FL

Independent Living

For active older adults who want to downsize to a home in a retirement community but don't need help to live independently.

Memory Care

A supervised and secured community designed to support engagement and quality of life for residents living with dementia.

Continuing Care Retirement Communities

For residents who want to age in place as their care needs change—from Independent Living to nursing care. Requires a buy-in fee.

Nursing Homes

For seniors with more serious medical needs who require skilled care following a hospitalization, illness, or surgery. Nursing Homes are also known as skilled nursing facilities.

Board and Care Home

Homes in residential neighborhoods that are equipped and staffed to provide daily care for a small number of residents.