Charleston, a port city in South Carolina, boasts seascapes, beaches and an urban environment. About 23 assisted living facilities in and around the city cater to the needs of older adults who need some help with daily activities. In 2024, seniors pay approximately $4,023 monthly for assisted living, notably less than the median charge of $4,650 in South Carolina and $5,350 nationally.
Continue on to our directory below, where we feature 311 reviews reviews of assisted living facilities in Charleston, with an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars stars.
CARING STARS WINNER
320 Seven Farms Drive, Charleston, SC 29492
4.6
(19 reviews)
"We toured The Oaks at Daniel Island and spoke with the director over there. We found out that the amount that it was going to cost to put my mother there was just going to be a little bit out of our budget. The actual facility was beautiful. However,..."
$4,300
CARING STARS WINNER
2030 Charlie Hall Blvd, Charleston, SC 29414
4.3
(29 reviews)
"I toured Brookdale West Ashley. The staff was wonderful. I might have considered it if it had been located on this side of town. They showed me a studio. It was tiny, and it's not much more than what they cost. The sales manager, Melissa was nice, an..."
$4,390
CARING STARS WINNER
1925 Essex Farms Drive, Charleston, SC 29414
4.4
(18 reviews)
"We chose Harmony at West Ashley. It had pretty much everything that we were looking for, from independent living to assisted living to memory care. It was a very nice facility. It had a lot of amenities. We got a two-bedroom apartment. The people I t..."
$3,100
2333 Ashley River Road, Charleston, SC 29414
4.2
(24 reviews)
"I toured Oaks at Charleston. It was great, and my overall experience was fine. The one-bedroom and two-bedroom were more of an apartment size, but they were sufficient for what I was looking for. The place was clean. They showed me the dining area, a..."
$2,500
1445 Bluewater Way, Charleston, SC 29414
4.5
The Addison of West Ashley is located in Charleston, South Carolina, near Oak Plantation Campground, Savannah Highway, restaurants and shopping centers. The facility offers assisted living and memory care so residents can maintain familiar surroundings as their needs change. The community hosts events such as Burgers and Bingo, live music performances, and lectures on topics of interest to keep residents engaged and active. The facility has an open floor plan that's easy for patients who need memory care to navigate, and it has keypad security so loved ones know their family members are safe. To learn more about this provider's license and review other available state reports, please visit: South Carolina Department of Public Health
$4,450
580 Robert Daniel Drive, Charleston, SC 29492
4.8
(7 reviews)
"We have chosen Wellmore of Daniel Island for my mother-in-law. Well, she's from Daniel Island, and she's familiar with the area. She's still able to get around a little bit, and so we figured it wouldn't be a drastic change. Her friends could visit h..."
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1501 Secessionville Road, Charleston, SC 29412
4.4
(10 reviews)
"The caregivers at Savannah Place Assisted Living took care of my Mother for over 4 1/2 years. She felt at home at Savannah Place and would blow the staff kisses! The food was very good, and the rooms were clean. Although they offered some fun activit..."
$4,256
1900 Ashley Crossing Drive, Charleston, SC 29414
4.1
(9 reviews)
"My Aunt lives at The Palmettos and believe me we looked at a lot of places. For the money we found this to be a great option, and in many cases better than the more expensive ones.The staff could not be kinder and more helpful. My Aunt's room is very..."
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2590 Elms Plantation Boulevard, Charleston, SC 29406
3.8
(16 reviews)
"There are no words to express my appreciation for The Bridge. My mom was there for 8 months and the entire staff felt like family. They all went over and above to care for my mom. They showed sincere care and love for her. They also were so suppor..."
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509 Standard Way, Charleston, SC 29412
3.5
(7 reviews)
"I'm very happy with Indigo Hall. My father is improving while my mother feels like she's on vacation. I compare it to the Ritz Carlton. The staff is lovely and very attentive. They know every single person there. I've spent a lot of time there and th..."
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194 Spring Street, Charleston, SC 29403
5.0
(1 reviews)
"My husband is at Kempton of Charleston. He's been there for a year. Everybody has been great. My husband loves it there. It's a very nice place. They take good care of him, so I have no complaints. It's the most beautiful place in Charleston. It's li..."
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205 Midland Parkway, Summerville, SC 29485
4.6
(12 reviews)
"I toured Cypress Square. I was greeted, and I could see that the people working there seemed to enjoy their jobs, and that was good. Eileen took me around. The lighting was fantastic. It looked like the residents were very happy with where they were...."
$4,240
101 Centennial Blvd, Goose Creek, SC 29445
4.3
(6 reviews)
"I went here, and I liked it. They're coming out to evaluate my friend on Friday. It was very good. They were friendly and it was clean. The people seemed happy and the lady who I toured with was very nice. I didn't have any problems with it at al..."
$2,895
5130 Wescott Blvd., Summerville, SC 29485
4.3
(49 reviews)
"Harmony at Wescott was a little bit out of my price range. They want $1700. The rooms were nice and clean. The staff was friendly. They greeted us with a smile. The dining area looked nice. I think they do bingo there. There's a pretty good variety o..."
$2,845
95 Bridgetown Rd., Goose Creek, SC 29445
4.1
(9 reviews)
"My husband moved to Stratford Place Assisted Living & Memory Care. It's wonderful having him there because I don't have to worry about him getting up, wandering away in the middle of the night, and not hearing him. The staff was very nice. They go ou..."
$4,500
335 Midland Parkway, Summerville, SC 29485
3.5
(11 reviews)
"I like TerraBella Summerville a lot. My mother would be moving in there today if we could afford it. It topped off every single place that I've looked at by far. They really seem to have genuine care for their residents. I had the opportunity to see ..."
$3,200
2101 Cane Bay Blvd, Summerville, SC 29486
5.0
(5 reviews)
"I toured Wildcat Senior Living. That was a super nice place, but it was just too far from my dad's. They were exceptional. The people who showed me around were super nice, wonderful, and very informative. They made you feel extremely comfortable thro..."
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107 Etling Avenue, Goose Creek, SC 29445
4.7
(8 reviews)
"My grandmother has been a resident here for almost 3 years. We are happy with the care that she has received. The staff is always attentive to my grandmother. The facility is well maintained and kept clean. I don't have to worry about my grandmother..."
$3,495
201 W 9th North Street, Summerville, SC 29483
4.6
(11 reviews)
"I am a resident of The Village at Summerville. I'm very delighted with everything here. The staff is so caring and kind. Everything's just wonderful. The people here are very kind. Some of the residents who have been here for 11 years still say they ..."
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4015 2nd Avenue, Summerville, SC 29485
4.5
(14 reviews)
"My mother has moved into The Blake at Carnes Crossroads. We're very happy with it. She's only been there one day. They're all very good. The rooms are decent-sized, and they're clean. The whole place is clean. They had a good variety of food. They se..."
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Assisted Living
Samuel
5.0
Review of Oaks at Charleston
I toured Oaks at Charleston. It was great, and my overall experience was fine. The one-bedroom and two-bedroom were more of an apartment size, but they were sufficient for what I was looking for....
Assisted Living
Terri
4.0
Review of Oaks at Charleston
The biggest concern for us is we did not want to have assisted living with carpeting. My mother-in-law has incontinence, and we were concerned that if she had accidents, if she would be able to get...
Assisted Living
Sharon
5.0
Review of Oaks at Charleston
Oaks at Charleston was a very nice facility, but I don't think that things are going to work out with them. I'm trying to find a situation where I can let my husband stay for the weekend in a...
According to the 2024 Genworth Cost of Care Survey, assisted living facilities in Charleston charge seniors approximately $4,023 per month, making this city economical when compared to South Carolina’s $4,650 median expense. Myrtle Beach is the most expensive city in the area for assisted living, at around $5,625 per month, while Columbia, where seniors pay about $5,223 monthly, is the next most affordable after Charleston.
Charleston
$4,023
South Carolina
$4,650
United States
$5,350
Myrtle Beach
$5,625
Sumter
$5,389
Hilton Head Island
$5,350
Columbia
$5,223
According to the Genworth Cost of Care Survey 2021, the average monthly cost of assisted living in Charleston is $3,945. This is less than the national median of $4,500 and more than the South Carolina state average of $3,612.
In South Carolina, seniors who need help paying assisted living costs can apply for the South Carolina Community Choices Medicaid Wavier. The state also offers supplemental SSI payments.
Learn more about these programs, plus who’s eligible, on our Assisted Living in South Carolina page.
While many families use their own funds or personal assets to pay for assisted living, there are plenty of additional options to cover these costs. Some additional ways to finance assisted living costs include:
For more information about different ways to finance assisted living, visit our Assisted Living in South Carolina page
Assisted living, the second most affordable senior care option in Charleston, costs approximately $4,023 per month. This figure exceeds the charge for adult day health care by $2,463. When compared to in-home care and home health care, assisted living offers savings of $1,697 and $2,555, respectively. Nursing home care, the most expensive form of senior care in Charleston, costs more than double that of assisted living.
In-Home Care
$5,720
Home Health Care
$6,578
Adult Day Health Care
$1,560
Assisted Living Facility
$4,023
Nursing Home Facility (semi-private room)
$8,775
Seniors living in Charleston have access to a number of support services offered by nonprofit organizations and government departments. These services and activities may be of interest to seniors who are currently living in assisted living facilities and those who are considering making the move.
| Resource | Contact | Service |
|---|---|---|
| Charleston Area Seniors | (843) 722-4127 | The Charleston Area Seniors is a nonprofit organization that provides a number of services to assist seniors in the community. Services are all provided by volunteers, and the organization is supported by local churches. Some of the services offered include a food pantry, transport services, caregiver support, friendship calls, meals on wheels and congregate meals. The organization runs a senior center that provides activities such as fitness classes, board games and educational lectures. |
| Charleston Office on Aging | (843) 577-1306 | The Charleston Office on Aging focuses on assisting seniors and caregivers in the community. The office runs an elder abuse hotline where seniors in long-term care facilities can use to report any issues. It operates a volunteer group that organizes intergenerational community activities. |
| Senior Centers | (843) 724-7311 | The city of Charleston runs three senior community centers for seniors aged 55 and older. These centers provide a hot meal at lunch each day where seniors can socialize and enjoy a nutritious meal. Activities offered include day trips to local attractions, fitness classes, computer classes, card games, live entertainment and wellness lectures. |
| South Carolina Department on Aging | (803) 734-9886 | The South Carolina Department on Aging offers a number of programs and initiates to support seniors. Some of the programs offered include nutrition programs, medicare information, legal assistance, caregiver support, evidence-based health programs and senior centers. The Long-Term Care Ombudsman program advocates for seniors in long-term care facilities such as assisted living communities and nursing homes. |
Charleston Assisted Living Communities must adhere to the comprehensive set of state laws and regulations that all Assisted Living facilities in South Carolina are required to follow. Visit our Assisted Living in South Carolina page for more information about these laws.
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