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The cost of independent living in Catalina is about $3,696 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 8 options. Read 122 reviews, see photos, and learn about amenities that make independent living the ideal next step for adults 55+ who wish to enjoy friendships and hobbies without the hassle of cooking and home maintenance.

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Last Updated: 10/29/24
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Photo of Fairwinds - Desert Point
1818 Photos available
9.2
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25 reviews
9.2
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25 reviews
5 star
52%
4 star
36%
3 star
12%
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0%
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Accommodating, attentive, and friendly staff. Very clean. Many extracurricular activities. The nicest restaurant dining area.
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Fairwinds - Desert Point offers luxurious apartment homes in a fun and active retirement community. We are very proud to be managed by Leisure Care, who leads the industry in the development and management of retirement communities that are all about Five-Star Fun. At Fairwinds - Desert Point, we...
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Photo of Desert Springs
1212 Photos available
9.0
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41 reviews
9.0
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41 reviews
5 star
66%
4 star
20%
3 star
7%
2 star
5%
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2%
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The facility is attractive and very bright-- lots of natural light both in the common areas and in the rooms. We just went through a renovation of all the common areas with minimal disruption and good...
Provides: Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Unique to Independent Living Communities, Desert Springs has on-site Managers 24/7, emergency call systems in every apartment and emergency pendant (optional with small annual fee).
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Photo of Brookdale Santa Catalina
1212 Photos available
77 Floor plans available
8.6
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49 reviews
8.6
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49 reviews
5 star
48%
4 star
22%
3 star
18%
2 star
8%
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4%
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5s across the board for Brookdale Santa Catalina. Our loved one loves the meals that are served and the beautiful nature and wildlife he is able to see being next to the mountains. He can see deer, bobcats,...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Are you ready for fewer chores and more adventures?Come see if our continuing care retirement community, or CCRC, with independent living, assisted living, memory care and skilled nursing all on one campus is the right fit for you. We’re a rental CCRC. That means you’ll pay a monthly rental fee...
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Photo of The Watermark at Oro Valley
66 Photos available
8.0
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4 reviews
8.0
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4 reviews
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25%
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What we like the most about The Watermark at Oro Valley is the staff and just how friendly and helpful there are. Base don that experience we would recommend this community to other families who may need a...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Experience Brilliant Living at Quail Park of Oro ValleyMake Quail Park of Oro Valley the exciting next step in your life’s journey. Set against the backdrop of Pusch Ridge and the enchanting Santa Catalina Mountains, our modern aging community in South Oro Valley, Arizona, celebrates the mind,...
Provides: Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Photo of All Seasons Oro Valley
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Photo of Splendido
5 star
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Great accommodations, villas & apartments. Good food, friendly staff. Residents very social and friendly. Lots to do! Life care program a BIG plus. When you move in to independent, assisted, memory care...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living, Nursing Homes
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Nursing Homes: Nursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.
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Cost of independent living in Catalina, AZ

The average cost of senior living in Catalina is $3,696 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Dripping Springs, AZ with an average of $2,577 per month.

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Catalina, AZ vs. nearby cities

Catalina, AZ
$3,696/mo

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Catalina, AZ vs. the state and national average

Catalina, AZ
$3,696/mo
$3,818/mo
U.S. national average
$4,146/mo

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Catalina vs. other types of senior living

$4,369/mo
Independent Living
$3,696/mo

Median monthly costs of Independent Living in Catalina, AZ by room type

Studio
$4,048/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,260/mo
2 Bedroom
$4,901/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$5,295/mo

Average cost of Independent Living in Catalina over time

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What families are saying about independent living in Catalina

Recent reviews for independent living in Catalina

Mountain View Retirement Village in Tucson, AZ

4.8
This is a good community and it is a good value. The staff are very friendly and kind. My loved one was in the memory care and is moving over to the unassisted living and is excited to participate in more activities.

Villa Hermosa in Tucson, AZ

5.0
I have lived in other communities in Arizona. I will highly recommend this one to anyone who would be looking for a retirement home.

The Forum at Tucson

4.5
I chose to move to The Forum at Tucson because of the location of the facility as well as the price. In a normal time I am grateful to be here. BUT this is a very unusual time in that we are in a lock down situation because we are awash in COVID.

Catalina independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Catalina independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Catalina, but support comparisons against nationwide offerings. Our Senior Living Advisors can help you find communities that fit your preferences.

Availability of select dietary accommodations in Catalina independent living

Independent living communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of Catalina partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
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Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
14.3%
20%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
28.6%
33.4%
No sugar
No sugar
42.9%
30.1%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
57.1%
32.6%
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Availability of select dining options in Catalina independent living

Our independent living communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of Catalina communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
57.1%
35.6%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
57.1%
42.5%
Room service
Room service
28.6%
36%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
14.3%
16.8%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Catalina independent living

Senior living communities offer a variety of programming to keep seniors socially, mentally, and physically vibrant. The chart below shows what percentage of partnered independent living communities in Catalina offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
42.9%
44.2%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
28.6%
27.7%
Community service programs
Community service programs
42.9%
32.1%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
42.9%
47.2%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
42.9%
48.3%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
71.4%
53.6%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
57.1%
42%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
28.6%
37%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
42.9%
40.7%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
57.1%
46.5%
Live performances
Live performances
42.9%
46.2%
Dances
Dances
28.6%
31.8%
Fitness center
Fitness center
57.1%
39.2%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
57.1%
45.7%
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Frequently Asked Questions

Atria Valley Manor, Sierra del Sol and Tucson Place at Ventana Canyon are the top-rated independent living facilities near Catalina, Arizona. See full list of communities.

There are 8 independent living facilities near Catalina, Arizona. See the full list.

The best independent living facility near you in Catalina, Arizona is Tucson Place at Ventana Canyon. This independent living community received the highest ranking based on verified family reviews.

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