39 Assisted Living Facilities near Austin, TX
Famous for its natural beauty, warm climate, music, and dynamic culture, Texans love to stroll down Austin streets past bars frequented by famous musicians, the Barton Spring in the middle of downtown, and other historic sites and shops for people of all ages and tastes. To help seniors in Austin find the assisted living community that’s right for their family, we’ve researched and compiled in-depth information about the cost of care, how to pay for care, and important local laws and regulations involving senior care and assisted living.
With an average cost of $4,155 in Austin, it’s often difficult to find assisted living communities that provide high-quality care at an affordable price. At Caring.com, our mission is to make this process as smooth and painless as possible, and we’ve helped many families along the way.
This guide provides everything you need to quickly compare communities and narrow your search, including 260 unique reviews from residents and our comprehensive database that gives pricing, amenity information, photos and more on the 38 facilities in Austin.
Top 10 Assisted Living Facilities in Austin, TX
Caring Star 2016
Brookdale Gaines Ranch
Provides: Assisted Living
4409 Gaines Ranch Loop, Austin, TX 78735
"I moved Mom into Brookdale. Everybody there seems to be happy, its well-run, and the people are really nice. The service and facilities are very good, and theyre very accommodating. Shes been to..." More
"I moved Mom into Brookdale. Everybody there seems to be happy, its well-run, and the people are really nice. The service and facilities are very good, and theyre very accommodating. Shes been to..." More
Caring Star 2012
Brookdale Beckett Meadows
Provides: Assisted Living
7709 Beckett Road, Austin, TX 78749
"No place is perfect, but Beckett Meadows was about as close as you can get. It's not the newest or fanciest place, certainly not a palace, but the staff there more than make up for that. The..." More
"No place is perfect, but Beckett Meadows was about as close as you can get. It's not the newest or fanciest place, certainly not a palace, but the staff there more than make up for that. The..." More
Caring Star 2016
Brookdale Round Rock
Provides: Assisted Living
8005 Cornerwood Drive, Austin, TX 78717
"I really liked Brookdale Round Rock. It is a little more expensive, but they have a computerized system that helps teach and stimulate their minds. The place is very nice. The staff and facilities..." More
"I really liked Brookdale Round Rock. It is a little more expensive, but they have a computerized system that helps teach and stimulate their minds. The place is very nice. The staff and facilities..." More
Caring Star 2015
Brookdale Westlake Hills
Provides: Assisted Living
1034 Liberty Park Dr., Austin, TX 78746
"My mom will move into Brookdale this coming February. It has a warm atmosphere and is convenient to my home. They have a smaller, warm, and cozy lobby and other sitting rooms for residents and..." More
"My mom will move into Brookdale this coming February. It has a warm atmosphere and is convenient to my home. They have a smaller, warm, and cozy lobby and other sitting rooms for residents and..." More
Caring Star 2016
Brookdale North Austin
Provides: Assisted Living
5310 Duval Road, Austin, TX 78727
"My mother-in-law is a resident of Brookdale. She first became a resident almost two years ago and lived in the assisted-living area. The staff was wonderful. They did everything possible to make..." More
"My mother-in-law is a resident of Brookdale. She first became a resident almost two years ago and lived in the assisted-living area. The staff was wonderful. They did everything possible to make..." More
The Pavilion at Great Hills
Provides: Assisted Living
11819 Pavilion Boulevard , Austin, TX 78759
"My brother has moved into The Pavilion at Great Hills. They have lots of activities. I really like the way the staff engages with the residents. They talk and engage with them in a wonderful way...." More
"My brother has moved into The Pavilion at Great Hills. They have lots of activities. I really like the way the staff engages with the residents. They talk and engage with them in a wonderful way...." More
Renaissance-Austin
Provides: Assisted Living
11279 Taylor Draper Ln, Austin, TX 78759
"Renaissance-Austin was wonderful and beautiful. If I needed a place to stay for myself, I would definitely pick it. I enjoyed the staff, the meals, the preparation, the facilities themselves, and..." More
"Renaissance-Austin was wonderful and beautiful. If I needed a place to stay for myself, I would definitely pick it. I enjoyed the staff, the meals, the preparation, the facilities themselves, and..." More
Legacy Oaks of South Austin
Provides: Assisted Living
7501 West Hwy 290, Austin, TX 78723
"Legacy Oaks is an established facility. It had been recently renovated, so it's really in good shape. The director was very knowledgeable. It was very clean, very organized, and they had good..." More
"Legacy Oaks is an established facility. It had been recently renovated, so it's really in good shape. The director was very knowledgeable. It was very clean, very organized, and they had good..." More
Caring Star 2013
The Heritage at Hunters Chase
Provides: Assisted Living
12151 Hunters Chase Dr, Austin, TX 78729
"We like The Heritage at Hunters Chase a lot. The staff is excellent and the food is very good. They have a list of activities every day and something going on all day long. My husband has been..." More
"We like The Heritage at Hunters Chase a lot. The staff is excellent and the food is very good. They have a list of activities every day and something going on all day long. My husband has been..." More
Elmcroft of Austin
Provides: Assisted Living
7017 Menchaca Road, Austin, TX 78745
"Elmcroft was not a large facility, and it’s a little bit old. They do have a special wing for memory care, but they focused more on the very advanced level. My aunt was not yet in that level. There..." More
"Elmcroft was not a large facility, and it’s a little bit old. They do have a special wing for memory care, but they focused more on the very advanced level. My aunt was not yet in that level. There..." More
Brookdale Spicewood Springs
Provides: Assisted Living
4401 Spicewood Springs Road, Austin, TX 78759
"Brookdale Spicewood Springs is a welcoming, kind, family environment. My grand kids love to come visit. There are many fun activities, good meals and always opportunities for giving feedback. A..." More
"Brookdale Spicewood Springs is a welcoming, kind, family environment. My grand kids love to come visit. There are many fun activities, good meals and always opportunities for giving feedback. A..." More
The Plaza at Querencia
Provides: Assisted Living
2500 Barton Creek Blvd, Austin, TX 78735
"The Plaza at Querencia's facilities were the nicest we've seen. They seemed to have a lot of activities, including transportation to places we might need to go. The food offering was better. They..." More
"The Plaza at Querencia's facilities were the nicest we've seen. They seemed to have a lot of activities, including transportation to places we might need to go. The food offering was better. They..." More
Ledgestone Senior Living
Provides: Assisted Living
13150 Four Star Blvd, Austin, TX 78737
"Our parents lived in a big house out in the country, and had been using home caregivers for 12-hour daytime care. Their declining health and their isolation, prompted us to seek out a different,..." More
"Our parents lived in a big house out in the country, and had been using home caregivers for 12-hour daytime care. Their declining health and their isolation, prompted us to seek out a different,..." More
Austin North Assisted Living
Provides: Assisted Living
11206 Powder Mill Trail, Austin, TX 78750
"Everything that we viewed at Austin North Assisted Living was a 5/5. Cleanliness was great. The residents were active. Everybody was up and dressed and engaged as they could be. They have..." More
"Everything that we viewed at Austin North Assisted Living was a 5/5. Cleanliness was great. The residents were active. Everybody was up and dressed and engaged as they could be. They have..." More
Live Oak of Sunland
Provides: Assisted Living
3123 Sunland Drive, Austin, TX 78748
"We felt instant comfort after visiting the Sunland Live Oak Estate home and meeting with the owners. This beautiful home was very clean and comfortable. The staff was very accommodating and..." More
"We felt instant comfort after visiting the Sunland Live Oak Estate home and meeting with the owners. This beautiful home was very clean and comfortable. The staff was very accommodating and..." More
The Village at The Triangle
Provides: Assisted Living
4517 Triangle Ave., Austin, TX 78751
"The Village at The Triangle offers a comprehensive range of senior living options under one roof. Whether you plan to downsize from your current home, live closer to the conveniences and amenities..." More
"The Village at The Triangle offers a comprehensive range of senior living options under one roof. Whether you plan to downsize from your current home, live closer to the conveniences and amenities..." More
Brookdale Northwest Hills
Provides: Assisted Living
5715 Mesa Dr., Austin, TX 78731
"I put my mom in Brookdale Northwest Hills. She has been there for three weeks, and it has been good. She says she likes the food. I haven't tasted it myself, but I'm sure it is good. The dining..." More
"I put my mom in Brookdale Northwest Hills. She has been there for three weeks, and it has been good. She says she likes the food. I haven't tasted it myself, but I'm sure it is good. The dining..." More
Village on the Park - Onion Creek
Provides: Assisted Living
11300 Farrah Lane, Austin, TX 78748
"We had a good visit at Village on the Park - Onion Creek. The staff was good. The apartments were average. They had a library." More
"We had a good visit at Village on the Park - Onion Creek. The staff was good. The apartments were average. They had a library." More
Tech Ridge Oaks Assisted Living and M...
Provides: Assisted Living
400 E. Yager Lane, Austin, TX 78753
"Tech Ridge Oaks is wonderful. The staff is excellent, and the food is topnotch. My mother's apartment is clean and homey. They have group exercises, games, a garden area, walking trails, a theater,..." More
"Tech Ridge Oaks is wonderful. The staff is excellent, and the food is topnotch. My mother's apartment is clean and homey. They have group exercises, games, a garden area, walking trails, a theater,..." More
Anderson Mill Assisted Living LLC
Provides: Assisted Living
11009 El Salido Pkwy, Austin, TX 78750
"Anderson Mill Assisted Living was exceptional. The owner was incredible. The place was clean, and the rooms were well appointed. The residents were happy, and the staff was personable. They were..." More
"Anderson Mill Assisted Living was exceptional. The owner was incredible. The place was clean, and the rooms were well appointed. The residents were happy, and the staff was personable. They were..." More
The Collinfield House
Provides: Assisted Living
9205 Collinfield Drive, Austin, TX 78758
"We visited the Collinfield House assisted living facility while in the Austin area searching for places for our uncle. We wanted to see as many places as we could that day, and the staff was very..." More
"We visited the Collinfield House assisted living facility while in the Austin area searching for places for our uncle. We wanted to see as many places as we could that day, and the staff was very..." More
Grace House Assisted Living
Provides: Assisted Living
11825 Bee Cave Rd, Austin, TX 78738
"I was honored to be at this ALF over this last weekend as a Hospice Nurse. I can not thank the staff enough for the amazing loving care each of them showed my patients and their families. The..." More
"I was honored to be at this ALF over this last weekend as a Hospice Nurse. I can not thank the staff enough for the amazing loving care each of them showed my patients and their families. The..." More
Horton's Helping Hands
Provides: Assisted Living
603 Thelma Drive, Austin, TX 78745
"Horton's Helping Hands is a cozy residential care home situated in Austin, TX. We offer loving, thoughtful care for aging elders in a family-styled home like environment. At Horton's Helping Hands..." More
"Horton's Helping Hands is a cozy residential care home situated in Austin, TX. We offer loving, thoughtful care for aging elders in a family-styled home like environment. At Horton's Helping Hands..." More
Accession Estates Assisted Living Homes
Provides: Assisted Living
10301 English Oak Dr., Austin, TX 78748
"It just feels like home! If you’re looking for an assisted living facility in Austin, Texas, Accession Estates Assisted Living Homes is the right place for you. We are located in a beautiful..." More
"It just feels like home! If you’re looking for an assisted living facility in Austin, Texas, Accession Estates Assisted Living Homes is the right place for you. We are located in a beautiful..." More
"Brand new Assisted Living and Memory Care community near downtown in south Austin. " More
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Caring Star 2014
Parsons House Austin
Provides: Assisted Living
1130 Camino La Costa, Austin, TX 78752
"My mom is in Parson House Austin. It's worked out very well. They are really nice and good to her. It is a nice place that exceeds my expectations. Their apartments are very nice. The food is..." More
"My mom is in Parson House Austin. It's worked out very well. They are really nice and good to her. It is a nice place that exceeds my expectations. Their apartments are very nice. The food is..." More
Buckner Villas Retirement Community
Provides: Assisted Living
11110 Tom Adams Dr, Austin, TX 78753
"My mother moved into Buckner Villas, and she's doing well. We've been very happy with it, it's extremely clean, and when you drive up the grounds are immaculate; they're always working on the..." More
"My mother moved into Buckner Villas, and she's doing well. We've been very happy with it, it's extremely clean, and when you drive up the grounds are immaculate; they're always working on the..." More
Caring Star 2016
Parmer Woods at North Austin
Provides: Assisted Living
12429 Scofield Farms Dr, Austin, TX 78758
"Mom moved into Brookdale Parmer Lane. They have music, games, and they take them shopping. They also have transportation to doctors' appointments. I have mixed ideas about the staff; there's some..." More
"Mom moved into Brookdale Parmer Lane. They have music, games, and they take them shopping. They also have transportation to doctors' appointments. I have mixed ideas about the staff; there's some..." More
Southern Hospitality Home
Provides: Assisted Living
5000 Shoalwood Ave, Austin, TX 78756
"The Southern Hospitality Home in Austin has a well-kept outer exterior, which we immediately liked. It is a smaller residence and entirely smoke free. We could see that there is a great deal of..." More
"The Southern Hospitality Home in Austin has a well-kept outer exterior, which we immediately liked. It is a smaller residence and entirely smoke free. We could see that there is a great deal of..." More
Caring Star 2013
Barton Hills Assisted Living
Provides: Assisted Living
1606 Nash Ave, Austin, TX 78704
"We came as a family to visit Barton hills in 2006 and ended up staying until 2015. The first thing you notice when you walk in is that it's a home not a facility. The staff is caring and..." More
"We came as a family to visit Barton hills in 2006 and ended up staying until 2015. The first thing you notice when you walk in is that it's a home not a facility. The staff is caring and..." More
Rebekah Baines Johnson Center
Provides: Assisted Living
21 Waller Street, Austin, TX 78702
"While in the Austin area, we decided to take a tour of the Rebekah Baines Johnson Center as an option for my brother's friend. We really liked the location, which is very near Lady Bird Lake. The..." More
"While in the Austin area, we decided to take a tour of the Rebekah Baines Johnson Center as an option for my brother's friend. We really liked the location, which is very near Lady Bird Lake. The..." More
Heartland Health Care Center-Austin
Provides: Assisted Living
11406 Rustic Rock Dr, Austin, TX 78750
"My mother has already gone into Heartland Health Care Center. I wanted something that did have Medicaid in case we do run out of money because $4500 a month does add up fast no matter how much..." More
"My mother has already gone into Heartland Health Care Center. I wanted something that did have Medicaid in case we do run out of money because $4500 a month does add up fast no matter how much..." More
The Watermark at Southpark Meadows
Provides: Assisted Living
9320 Alice Mae Lane, Austin, TX 78748
"My mom is in the assisted living at Elan Southpark Meadows. My overall impression is that it is decent. It is a little less than what I expected. We were promised a lot of bright, shiny things when..." More
"My mom is in the assisted living at Elan Southpark Meadows. My overall impression is that it is decent. It is a little less than what I expected. We were promised a lot of bright, shiny things when..." More
Silvey Manor
Provides: Assisted Living
11005 Anderson Mill Rd, Austin, TX 78750
"A residential senior care home is an ideal alternative to large facilities, providing a home atmosphere with more one on one direct care and attention to needs. At Silvey Manor we have made it our..." More
"A residential senior care home is an ideal alternative to large facilities, providing a home atmosphere with more one on one direct care and attention to needs. At Silvey Manor we have made it our..." More
Circle House
Provides: Assisted Living
11611 Circle Drive, Austin, TX 78748
"Here at An Angel's Place Assisted Living it is our pleasure to graciously serve our seniors in a warm and friendly place where smiles surround your loved-ones and daily needs are met. Our home..." More
"Here at An Angel's Place Assisted Living it is our pleasure to graciously serve our seniors in a warm and friendly place where smiles surround your loved-ones and daily needs are met. Our home..." More
Live Oaks - English House
Provides: Assisted Living
10212 English, Austin, TX 78748
"Our “English” home is in The Oak at Twin Creeks neighborhood located on South 1st behind South Park Meadows shopping and dining centers. Residents have the option to choose between private and..." More
"Our “English” home is in The Oak at Twin Creeks neighborhood located on South 1st behind South Park Meadows shopping and dining centers. Residents have the option to choose between private and..." More
Belmont Village West Lake Hills
Provides: Assisted Living
4310 Bee Cave Road, West Lake Hills, TX 78746
"Belmont Village West Lake Hills was close to where I live. The staff was nice and informative. It looked good, big, and modern but seemed geared toward older people.
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"Belmont Village West Lake Hills was close to where I live. The staff was nice and informative. It looked good, big, and modern but seemed geared toward older people.
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What to Consider About Assisted Living in Austin
Based on U.S. News rankings, Austin topped the 2018 List of the Best Places to Live and grabbed the fourth spot in the 2019 List of Best Places to Retire, making the capital city of Texas a favorable residential option for seniors. With 35 assisted living facilities scattered around the city and another one nearby, seniors who need help with activities of daily living can easily move into the Austin area. These ALFS are licensed by the Texas Health and Human Services.
Benefits and Drawbacks of Assisted Living in Austin
- Going around Austin is convenient by taking the MetroBus or MetroRail systems. All Metro vehicles ensure safe boarding and accommodate most types of mobility devices. Seniors are entitled to reduced fares and priority seating.
- The Austin area is home to world-class medical facilities, including the St. David's Medical Center and the University Medical Center Brackenridge, in the event of medical emergencies or illness.
- Austin is a member of the AARP Network of Age-Friendly Communities, meaning that its elected leadership “has made the commitment to actively work toward making their town, city or county a great place for people of all ages,” according to AARP.
- Austin seniors enjoy substantial financial benefits from Texas’ friendly income tax policy. The state does not impose taxes on income, including Social Security earnings and retirement income.
- Crime rates in Austin are not one of the city’s best assets. The property crime rate is listed at 55, far above the national and the Austin-Round Rock metro area values, which both register at 35. The city’s violent crime rate is lower at 25 but is still worse than the national average of 23 and the Austin-Round Rock metro area’s 19.
- Austin is one of the more expensive locations within Texas with an overall cost of living index of 130, much higher than the state’s 102 and the national index of 100. However, seniors enjoy more affordable grocery (89) and healthcare (92) costs with both indices falling below the national average of 100.
Paying for Assisted Living in Austin
Average Monthly Costs
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Assisted Living costs in Austin start around $4,155 per month on average, while the nationwide average cost of assisted living is $4,000 per month, according to the latest figures from Genworth’s Cost of Care Survey.
It’s important to note that assisted living rates in Austin and the surrounding suburbs can vary widely based on factors such as location, the level of care needed, apartment size and the types of amenities offered at each community.
Financial Assistance for Assisted Living in Austin
The Texas Department of Health and Human Services may have programs and services to help seniors afford the cost of assisted living. Medicaid may also help seniors pay for assisted living in Austin.
Learn more about these programs, plus who’s eligible, on our Assisted Living in Texas page.
More Ways to Pay for Assisted Living
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:
- Veterans Benefits
- Life Insurance Policy
- Long-Term Care Insurance
- Reverse Mortgage
For more information about different ways to finance assisted living, visit our Assisted Living in Texas page.
Free Assisted Living Resources in Austin
Austin and the surrounding area are home to numerous government agencies and non-profit organizations offering help for seniors searching for or currently residing in an assisted living community. These organizations can also provide assistance in a number of other eldercare services such as geriatric care management, elder law advice, estate planning, finding home care and health and wellness programs.
To see a list of free assisted living resources in Austin, please visit our Assisted Living in Texas page.
Assisted Living Laws and Regulations in Austin
Austin-area assisted living communities must adhere to the comprehensive set of state laws and regulations that all assisted living communities in Texas are required to follow. Visit our Assisted Living in Texas page for more information about these laws.
What to Consider About Assisted Living in Austin, TX
Paying for Assisted Living in Austin, TX
Free Assisted Living Resources in Austin, TX
Assisted Living Laws and Regulations in Austin, TX
Assisted Living near Austin, TX
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Recent Reviews of Assisted Living in Austin
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Review of Renaissance-Austin
The staff at Renaissance-Austin was very helpful, but the facility was way too spread out and too difficult to navigate for my handicapped father. There were elevators, stairs, and long hallways, w... Read more
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Review of The Heritage at Hunters Chase
The staff member who greeted me at The Heritage at Hunters Chase was wonderful, very helpful, and very solicitous. I didn't like that the only studio that we could afford was so small. The building... Read more
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Review of Tech Ridge Oaks Assisted Living and Memory Care
Tech Ridge Oaks is wonderful. The staff is excellent, and the food is topnotch. My mother's apartment is clean and homey. They have group exercises, games, a garden area, walking trails, a theater,... Read more
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