12 Independent Living Communities near Columbia, SC
Also serving communities of Sumter.
There are 12 Independent Living Communities in the Columbia area, with 6 in Columbia and 6 nearby.
The average cost of independent living in Columbia is $2,225 per month. This is lower than the national median of $2,550.
To help you with your search, browse the 109 reviews below for independent living communities in Columbia. On average, consumers rate independent living in Columbia 4.3 out of 5 stars. Better rated regions include Lexington with an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars.
Caring.com has helped 15 families in Columbia find high-quality senior care. To speak with one of our Family Advisors about independent living options and costs in Columbia, call (855) 863-8283.
6 Independent Living Communities in Columbia, SC
Forest Pines
Provides: Independent Living
1720 Devonshire Dr, Columbia, SC 29204
"We chose Forest Pines for our father. I like the layout and the staff, and the residents are friendly. We got a studio apartment and it's nice. They have a lot of activities. He goes down to dinner..." More
"We chose Forest Pines for our father. I like the layout and the staff, and the residents are friendly. We got a studio apartment and it's nice. They have a lot of activities. He goes down to dinner..." More
The Waterford at Columbia
Provides: Independent Living
9370 Windsor Lake Blvd, Columbia, SC 29223
"The Waterford is very nice. It is at the high end of my money. It is very lovely. I had seen their dining facility, game room, and exercise room. I was very impressed. It was a beautiful place. It..." More
"The Waterford is very nice. It is at the high end of my money. It is very lovely. I had seen their dining facility, game room, and exercise room. I was very impressed. It was a beautiful place. It..." More
Wildewood Downs
Provides: Independent Living
731 Polo Road, Columbia, SC 29223
"I chose Wildewood Downs because they have cottages. The staff is extremely helpful. The dining area is very attractive. They have a fitness center, a putting green within the complex, and several..." More
"I chose Wildewood Downs because they have cottages. The staff is extremely helpful. The dining area is very attractive. They have a fitness center, a putting green within the complex, and several..." More
Caring Star 2016
Harmony at Columbia
Provides: Independent Living
2300 Clemson Rd. , Columbia, SC 29229
"The Crossings at Columbia (Harmony at Columbia) is too expensive, but I like it very much. It's wonderful. If I had the money, I'd be there. I could do a 1-bedroom but I'm not ready to live in a..." More
"The Crossings at Columbia (Harmony at Columbia) is too expensive, but I like it very much. It's wonderful. If I had the money, I'd be there. I could do a 1-bedroom but I'm not ready to live in a..." More
Rice Estate
Provides: Independent Living
100 Finley Road, Columbia, SC 29203
"My mother-in-law is at Rice Estate, and we think it's a really good place. She's doing well. It's very warm and attractive. The staff is engaged, and she's very happy there. She has a bedroom, a..." More
"My mother-in-law is at Rice Estate, and we think it's a really good place. She's doing well. It's very warm and attractive. The staff is engaged, and she's very happy there. She has a bedroom, a..." More
Amara Place
Provides: Independent Living
651 Polo Road, Columbia, SC 29223
"Amara Place was very well laid out. I liked that the independent living was separate, but not completely so. They would check on you in the mornings and make sure you're doing OK even though it's..." More
"Amara Place was very well laid out. I liked that the independent living was separate, but not completely so. They would check on you in the mornings and make sure you're doing OK even though it's..." More
6 Independent Living Communities near Columbia, SC
Caring Star 2017
Deepwood Estates
Provides: Independent Living
203 Old Chapin Rd, Lexington, SC 29072
"My mother is a resident of Deepwood Estates for a month and a half now, and our experience has been excellent. The staff is very good, her room is superb, very large, very spacious, and they..." More
"My mother is a resident of Deepwood Estates for a month and a half now, and our experience has been excellent. The staff is very good, her room is superb, very large, very spacious, and they..." More
Caring Star 2018
The Village at Southlake
Provides: Independent Living
123 Gibson Road, Lexington, SC 29072
"Village at South Lake was perfectly nice, but it wasn't appropriate for my mother. The rooms were smaller compared to the other place I went, and the colors were dark, and she doesn't do well with..." More
"Village at South Lake was perfectly nice, but it wasn't appropriate for my mother. The rooms were smaller compared to the other place I went, and the colors were dark, and she doesn't do well with..." More
Wellmore of Lexington
Provides: Independent Living
200 Wellmore Drive, Lexington, SC 29072
"Lexington's Premier Continuing Care Retirement Community
Experience luxury senior living at Wellmore of Lexington of Lexington, South Carolina.
Members of our community enjoy premier..." More
"Lexington's Premier Continuing Care Retirement Community
Experience luxury senior living at Wellmore of Lexington of Lexington, South Carolina.
Members of our community enjoy premier..." More
Hulon Greene
Provides: Independent Living
900 Poinsett Pl, , West Columbia, SC 29169
"Hulon Greene is attractive; the grounds are well kept. They have 3 condo buildings where they have 36 units, then they have 114 patio homes. It’s nice. We have plenty of room. Everything is on one..." More
"Hulon Greene is attractive; the grounds are well kept. They have 3 condo buildings where they have 36 units, then they have 114 patio homes. It’s nice. We have plenty of room. Everything is on one..." More
Still Hopes
Provides: Independent Living
One Still Hopes Drive, West Columbia, SC 29169
"Still Hopes was very nice. They were more of an independent living. The whole facility was very nice, and they have all kinds of amenities. It's a huge complex. The staff was very warm and very..." More
"Still Hopes was very nice. They were more of an independent living. The whole facility was very nice, and they have all kinds of amenities. It's a huge complex. The staff was very warm and very..." More
Cedar Retirement Center
Provides: Independent Living
2091 Sams Elbow Road, West Columbia, SC 29170
"I have a family member staying there. The facility staff are always asking me what they can do for me or my family member. I am able to visit any day at anytime I want without having to call ahead...." More
"I have a family member staying there. The facility staff are always asking me what they can do for me or my family member. I am able to visit any day at anytime I want without having to call ahead...." More
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Recent Reviews of Independent Living in Columbia
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Review of Wildewood Downs
I chose Wildewood Downs because they have cottages. The staff is extremely helpful. The dining area is very attractive. They have a fitness center, a putting green within the complex, and several s... Read more
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Review of Harmony at Columbia
The Crossings at Columbia (Harmony at Columbia) is too expensive, but I like it very much. It's wonderful. If I had the money, I'd be there. I could do a 1-bedroom but I'm not ready to live in a bo... Read more
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Review of The Waterford at Columbia
The Waterford is very nice. It is at the high end of my money. It is very lovely. I had seen their dining facility, game room, and exercise room. I was very impressed. It was a beautiful place. It ... Read more
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