The Best Independent Living Communities in Hillsborough County, FL

"We toured Keystone Place at Terra Bella. I like that very much. I thought that esthetically, it looked good, it was clean, and the staff we spoke to was very friendly. The residents appear to be happy, the ones we saw walking around. If it was me, I would have gotten into that place. It was very nice. They were very helpful and very friendly. They did a great job giving us a tour and telling us about the services they provide and the activities that are available for the residents. It was great. It was a good atmosphere."

"Since moving into a spacious independent living apartment 14 months ago, we have experienced resort living with the added bonus of a Wellness Center and 24/7 EMT services. In addition to a caring management and staff, add on expertise! Hurricanes? No hassle for residents, because EVERYTHING is under control! Top management moves into our complex with generators, dining, communication, medical assistance…all covered! Tina Turner sang it and we agree: “Simply the best, better than all the rest.”"

"I thought Grand Villa of Clearwater was nice. It was a little bit more expensive, but I like the facility. I like the people that I met there. It seemed very clean. It seemed like they cared about the residents. There were no activities going on at the time because it was a weekend, but they had an activity center. And it looked like they had a place for physical therapy. The room that my dad would have had would have been a shared room. It was like two separate sleeping spaces, a shared bathroom, and a kitchen area. The salesperson I met was very helpful and gave me a lot of useful information as far as getting Dad Medicaid assistance. The residents seemed happy there, too."

"I have two very spacious rooms and two baths as well as a beautiful porch. The one meal a day is always delicious and we're able to bring home anything we can't eat, which is often my dinner at night. The grounds are always beautiful and so well kept. We have a wealth of activities. Our staff are always so helpful and polite. It is really like being on a cruise without the water! I really love living here! Florence F."

"This is where I would want my mom to stay. It's a 5-star across the board. The only thing I didn't like was the size of the rooms for a person because it was more like a hotel. They're very clean. They had a fine dining area like a five-star hotel. They had security for the memory unit. It didn't feel like a nursing home setting. The person who showed me and gave me information was just phenomenal. She knew exactly what she was doing and how to interact with the person that was interested. I checked their dining area, but I didn't try their food. They did go over the type of food that they had. They have a menu. They don't give one thing out and say you have to eat it. It was like fine dining. They could choose what they wanted to eat."

Sunstar Village, located at 7575 65th Way in Pinellas Park, Florida, is a welcoming assisted living community dedicated to compassionate, family-centered care. Designed to support seniors who need assistance with daily living while preserving their independence, Sunstar Village offers a safe and comfortable environment where residents feel at home. The community provides personalized services tailored to each resident's unique needs, with a mission focused on dignity, peace of mind, and well-being. Whether transitioning from independent living or seeking a supportive long-term home, residents and families can trust in the warm, attentive care that defines Sunstar Village. Set within a charming residential area, Sunstar Village features thoughtfully designed apartments, including the popular "SunBeam Single," nestled around beautifully maintained garden courtyards. Residents benefit from a secure, gated setting with ample guest and resident parking, along with housekeeping, linen and laundry services, and private cleaning options. The shared dining room encourages social connection during nutritious meals, with accommodations for diabetic, kosher, vegetarian, and other special diets. Daily life is enriched through a diverse calendar of activities, including music, games, book clubs, arts and crafts, gardening, and organized offsite excursions-all promoting engagement and enjoyment. What makes Sunstar Village truly stand out is its homelike atmosphere and devoted staff, who treat every resident like family. Safety is a top priority, with trained caregivers providing support around the clock and medication assistance as needed. The community's location in central Pinellas Park offers proximity to local attractions such as Sawgrass Lake Park, Heritage Village, the Tampa Bay Automobile Museum, and Fort De Soto Park-perfect for family visits and resident outings. With a strong reputation for excellence, Sunstar Village is a trusted choice for seniors seeking comfort, care, and community. To learn more about this provider's license and review other available state reports, please visit: Florida Agency of Health Care Administration

"I like the fact that there are many people at The Barrington Senior Living. They have so many things, there are choices at lunchtime, and there is a menu in the evening. They come in and vacuum, but my brother does his own pills there. The food is excellent. The amenities are great. It seems like there is a bus service. The staff is friendly. There's a wide range of things you could do. They have poker, and a 4:00 social hour where you can have a cheap glass of wine. I thought the whole thing had a wonderful, open, good atmosphere, and it was nice. The public areas were wonderful. However, it was a little bit old. In terms of activities, I enjoyed the grand piano that the lady played in the entry area. I saw that there were exercise classes that interested me. I think they had a book club or something on books there. They had poker and billiards, maybe."

"American House is staffed with compassionate and competent care takers who care for Dad in Assisted Living and Mom in Memory Care Staff is happy to work there therefore stay, and continuity of care is first rate The folks are receiving outstanding care and are proactively made very comfortable in new and clean surroundings Grateful to have my parents getting such good care"

"After Hurricane Helene devastated our area, my mom lost her St. Pete Beach condo to the storm surge. We were feeling overwhelmed and unsure where to turn. Thankfully, we found Cyndi S. at Belleair Towers - it was truly a miracle. The team here was incredibly kind and accommodating, making my mom feel welcome and cared for during such a difficult time. The apartment they provided was absolutely perfect—clean, comfortable, and just what she needed to regain a sense of stability. A special thanks to Cyndi, Camille and the Belleair Towers team who went above and beyond in making sure everything was taken care of. Their compassion and professionalism made all the difference. We can't recommend Belleair Towers highly enough! This is more than just a place to live—it's a community that truly cares."

"I guess there was a miscommunication on my appointment for Saturday. There was no one there to show me around. Finally, the activity director, interrupted her pickle game to come and show me the model room and answer a few questions. I was told someone would call me next week with prices, availability, etc."

"We toured Elison Senior Living Community of Pinecrest. It was beautiful. It was like living in a nice apartment complex. It had a great restaurant. We could see people going in there to eat. Jennifer was amazing. She reached out to me again and said, I see you're going to come and tour us again. So she's given me a call and we've been talking. It was very nice and clean. It might be a little difficult for my dad to get around if he decides to go there right at first until he memorizes his way to get there. The lobby was beautiful, and where we toured was beautiful. He was looking at a studio at that point, and it was super nice. We only saw a little studio and it was tiny, but my dad doesn't really need much more than that."

"Units in assisted living are all private and of adequate size. Each unit has an updated private bathroom. All services are included in the monthly service fee. Which includes all meals. Assisted Living has nurse on staff and on site 24 hours a day. Assisted Living and Independent Living are all under one roof."

"Freedom Square of Seminole is great. We really like it. I really enjoyed meeting with some of the people there. They were really nice. The clients that were staying there spoke to us as we went by, and that was nice, too. The staff who gave the tour was very nice. We had a nice lunch there. The food was very good. The building was very clean."

"We like the grounds, the size, and the layout of the condos at Addington Place at College Harbor. The thing we liked least was the long waiting list. Other than that, the staff was very nice, very pleasant, and very informative. They have a good activities list. We also liked its location and cost. There was a good, varied menu, and you had good choices. It wasn't just one or two things. There were a number of items available."