16 Independent Living Communities near Columbia, SC
Also serving communities of Sumter.
There are 16 Independent Living Communities in the Columbia area, with 8 in Columbia and 8 nearby.
The average cost of independent living in Columbia is $2,340 per month. This is lower than the national median of $2,645. Cheaper nearby regions include West Columbia with an average starting cost of $2,200.
To help you with your search, browse the 157 reviews below for independent living communities in Columbia. On average, consumers rate independent living in Columbia 4.4 out of 5 stars. Better rated regions include Lexington with an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars.
Caring.com has helped 41 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.
Top 10 Independent Living Communities in Columbia, SC
Holiday Forest Pines
Provides: Independent Living
1720 Devonshire Dr, Columbia, SC 29204
"I loved Forest Pines and I liked everything about it. They gave me the tour and gave me information I needed. It was great. I really liked it. They had these wonderful sitting rooms on every floor..." More
"I loved Forest Pines and I liked everything about it. They gave me the tour and gave me information I needed. It was great. I really liked it. They had these wonderful sitting rooms on every floor..." More
Caring Star 2021
TerraBella Windsor Lake
Provides: Independent Living
9370 Windsor Lake Blvd, Columbia, SC 29223
"I toured TerraBella Windsor Lake independent living in person. I remember the friendly staff, the cleanliness of the facility, and the tenants willing to stop and chat with you to give their..." More
"I toured TerraBella Windsor Lake independent living in person. I remember the friendly staff, the cleanliness of the facility, and the tenants willing to stop and chat with you to give their..." More
Wildewood Downs
Provides: Independent Living
731 Polo Road, Columbia, SC 29223
"We chose Wildewood Downs for my husband, and we have to move in in 90 days. We were very impressed. We liked the whole place. It had gorgeous landscaping outside, and everything that we would be..." More
"We chose Wildewood Downs for my husband, and we have to move in in 90 days. We were very impressed. We liked the whole place. It had gorgeous landscaping outside, and everything that we would be..." More
Caring Star 2016
Harmony at Columbia
Provides: Independent Living
2300 Clemson Rd. , Columbia, SC 29229
"The staff member at Harmony at Columbia was really nice, very friendly, and very knowledgeable of the seniors, their needs, and the facilities that they have to offer. She was super professional,..." More
"The staff member at Harmony at Columbia was really nice, very friendly, and very knowledgeable of the seniors, their needs, and the facilities that they have to offer. She was super professional,..." More
Mill Creek Manor
Provides: Independent Living
651 Polo Road, Columbia, SC 29223
"My father is at Mill Creek Manor and everything has been great so far. Everyone has been super nice. He has a two-bedroom, one-bath apartment with a living room, a full kitchen that has a lot of..." More
"My father is at Mill Creek Manor and everything has been great so far. Everyone has been super nice. He has a two-bedroom, one-bath apartment with a living room, a full kitchen that has a lot of..." 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
Lakeview Retirement Community
Provides: Independent Living
2134 N Lake Drive, Columbia, SC 29212
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Merrill Gardens at Columbia
Provides: Independent Living
2205 Gregg Street, Columbia, SC 29201
"Merrill Gardens at Columbia was a beautiful place. It's new, very clean, and the rooms were very well laid out. It had a lot of space and it was the nicest one I've seen. They had a pond and a..." More
"Merrill Gardens at Columbia was a beautiful place. It's new, very clean, and the rooms were very well laid out. It had a lot of space and it was the nicest one I've seen. They had a pond and a..." More
Caring Star 2022
Holiday Deepwood Estates
Provides: Independent Living
203 Old Chapin Rd, Lexington, SC 29072
"My dad is in Deepwood Estates. So far, it's been really good. The staff is really friendly. They have a lot of activities for the seniors, and they have great quality food, three meals a day...." More
"My dad is in Deepwood Estates. So far, it's been really good. The staff is really friendly. They have a lot of activities for the seniors, and they have great quality food, three meals a day...." More
Jenni-Lynn Senior Living
Provides: Independent Living
915 Hook Avenue, West Columbia, SC 29169
"Jenni-Lynn Senior Living was great. The best thing about it is that it has a garage. They're independent living, and it looked like a house cut in half. One side is for one person, and then the..." More
"Jenni-Lynn Senior Living was great. The best thing about it is that it has a garage. They're independent living, and it looked like a house cut in half. One side is for one person, and then the..." 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
"We're on a waiting list at Wellmore of Lexington. We chose it for proximity to family. It felt good, and the staff was excellent. It was very modern and clean. It was independent. I would recommend..." More
"We're on a waiting list at Wellmore of Lexington. We chose it for proximity to family. It felt good, and the staff was excellent. It was very modern and clean. It was independent. I would recommend..." More
Still Hopes
Provides: Independent Living
One Still Hopes Drive, West Columbia, SC 29169
"We went to Still Hopes Episcopal last year. It was excellent and fabulous. I'm familiar with it because my mother was there. I know the staff there, and their service and accommodation are all..." More
"We went to Still Hopes Episcopal last year. It was excellent and fabulous. I'm familiar with it because my mother was there. I know the staff there, and their service and accommodation are all..." 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
The Columbia Presbyterian Community
Provides: Independent Living
700 DaVega Drive, Lexington, SC 29073
"Very poor call time for rooms. Average 20/ 30 min. If you need immediate care could be life threatening situation. Other than press call button which lights up above door in hall no other form of..." More
"Very poor call time for rooms. Average 20/ 30 min. If you need immediate care could be life threatening situation. Other than press call button which lights up above door in hall no other form of..." 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 Merrill Gardens at Columbia
Merrill Gardens at Columbia was a beautiful place. It's new, very clean, and the rooms were very well laid out. It had a lot of space and it was the nicest one I've seen. They had a pond and a walk... Read more
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Review of Holiday Forest Pines
Forest Pines was an older place. So, it wasn't as modern. They were having some functions downstairs and they were having games in the dining room. The exercise room was small and they did not have... Read more
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Review of TerraBella Windsor Lake
What I liked best at TerraBella Windsor Lake was the feeling that I got from the people there. It was a little bit dated and dingy looking as compared to the other facility. They didn't have carpet... Read more
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