16 Independent Living Communities near Columbia, SC
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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 $2,263 per month. This is lower than the national median of $2,510. Cheaper nearby regions include West Columbia with an average starting cost of $2,200.
To help you with your search, browse the 148 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 32 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
Forest Pines
Provides: Independent Living
1720 Devonshire Dr, Columbia, SC 29204
"Forest Pines is wonderful. You receive all your meals, they have a housekeeper, and they have a washer and dryer on each floor. It's a very nice place. I've been here for six weeks now. The staff..." More
"Forest Pines is wonderful. You receive all your meals, they have a housekeeper, and they have a washer and dryer on each floor. It's a very nice place. I've been here for six weeks now. The staff..." More
Caring Star 2021
TerraBella Windsor Lake
Provides: Independent Living
9370 Windsor Lake Blvd, Columbia, SC 29223
"My father is now at TerraBella Windsor Lake. It's very much a small community, like everybody seems to know one another. The staff is extremely attentive. They have a really nice setup for the..." More
"My father is now at TerraBella Windsor Lake. It's very much a small community, like everybody seems to know one another. The staff is extremely attentive. They have a really nice setup for the..." More
Wildewood Downs
Provides: Independent Living
731 Polo Road, Columbia, SC 29223
"We went to Wildewood Downs. It was fabulous. The staff was excellent. I liked the facade, we were looking for independent quarters, and they had independent housing. It was very well done. Their..." More
"We went to Wildewood Downs. It was fabulous. The staff was excellent. I liked the facade, we were looking for independent quarters, and they had independent housing. It was very well done. Their..." 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
"I visited Mill Creek Manor (Formerly Amara Place). I'm on their list, and I'm just waiting for an opening. What was nice was they didn't have anyone living upstairs, and the room didn't have a..." More
"I visited Mill Creek Manor (Formerly Amara Place). I'm on their list, and I'm just waiting for an opening. What was nice was they didn't have anyone living upstairs, and the room didn't have 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
Lakeview Retirement Community
Provides: Independent Living
2134 N Lake Drive, Columbia, SC 29212
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Discovery Village At Sandhill
Provides: Independent Living
440 Town Center Place, Columbia, SC 29229
"The staff at Discovery Village At Sandhill were extremely friendly, extremely knowledgeable, and really inviting. The place is super luxurious. The only thing, and this is the reason we did not..." More
"The staff at Discovery Village At Sandhill were extremely friendly, extremely knowledgeable, and really inviting. The place is super luxurious. The only thing, and this is the reason we did not..." More
Caring Star 2021
Deepwood Estates
Provides: Independent Living
203 Old Chapin Rd, Lexington, SC 29072
"We chose Deepwood Estates for my father because of their friendly staff. It's just a nice place. They care about the residents. The staff is very helpful and resourceful. The food is awesome. They..." More
Half off the first full month of rent. Must sign and move in between 8/1/21 and 8/31/21. Ask for...
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"We chose Deepwood Estates for my father because of their friendly staff. It's just a nice place. They care about the residents. The staff is very helpful and resourceful. The food is awesome. They..." More
Half off the first full month of rent. Must sign and move in between 8/1/21 and 8/31/21. Ask for...
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Ends in 27 days
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
Jenni-Lynn Senior Living
Provides: Independent Living
915 Hook Avenue, West Columbia, SC 29169
"One level, Rainbow Row Independent Living(& cottages: 2 1BR and 5 2-BR) with weekly housekeeping, daily meals, maintenance, and lawn care provided; also one car garage and fully furnished..." More
"One level, Rainbow Row Independent Living(& cottages: 2 1BR and 5 2-BR) with weekly housekeeping, daily meals, maintenance, and lawn care provided; also one car garage and fully furnished..." 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 TerraBella Windsor Lake
My father is now at TerraBella Windsor Lake. It's very much a small community, like everybody seems to know one another. The staff is extremely attentive. They have a really nice setup for the meal... Read more
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Review of Discovery Village At Sandhill
The staff at Discovery Village At Sandhill were extremely friendly, extremely knowledgeable, and really inviting. The place is super luxurious. The only thing, and this is the reason we did not cho... Read more
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Review of Harmony at Columbia
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, a... Read more
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