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The cost of independent living in South Fulton is about $3,128 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 31 options. Read 181 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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Staff is very informative and conscious in keeping g me informed about the resident. I definitely recommend Summerset Assisted Living to others.
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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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.
Summerset Assisted Living is a senior living community in Atlanta, Georgia that was founded in December of 2000. Here at Summerset we offer families a home away from home that is warm and friendly. The staff is warm and friendly, and we offer plenty of activities for our elderly residents to do....
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It's a large place, it's affordable, the food is decent, lots of activities, and the staff is nice as far as I can tell. They just need more people working. We picked this community because of the cost,...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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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.
Christian City is a special place for seniors to live! Operating a non-profit basis since 1965, our community is located on 400 wooded acres, a comfortable distance from Interstates 85 and 285, and Hartsfield Airport. With an emphasis on Christ and community, our highly trained staff provide a...
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Everyone has been so caring since my husband moved in on May 28, 2017. The staff goes out of their way to make some of the patients get involved in activities and [make sure] they "feel at home". They...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
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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.
Country Garden Assisted Living Community is located on 10 beautiful landscaped acres in Muskogee, Oklahoma. We offer professional and loving care to seniors in there aging years. We are known for having a staff of caring Certified Medical Aides and Certified Nurses Aides available 24 hours a day...
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I truly appreciate the close knit community and small town feel of this small facility. A great fit for my mom. Staff is very warm and welcoming. I would definitely recommend Legacy Ridge at Peachtree to...
Provides: Assisted Living
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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.
About the communityLegacy Ridge at PeachtreeLegacy Ridge at Peachtree is an assisted living community in Peachtree City, Georgia. Tucked away in South Metro Atlanta, our charming, craftsman-style community is oriented around wellness, independence, and convenience. Our hospitable staff is devoted...
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It's a wonderful senior living community in advance of needing assisted living. Many activities, on-site and outtings, are available for the residents. My Mom's concern is food preparation, i.e. often salty...
Provides: Independent Living
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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.
Palmetto Park Senior Living Community is located about 30 minutes south of Atlanta in Palmetto, Georgia. Our campus is comprised of two facilities: Baptist Manor and Willis Cottages. Baptist Manor offers studio and one-bedroom apartments designed with comfort and independence in mind. Willis...
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Nice place to live. Keep property up better. There's a lot of activities, just need to maintain a lot better. Staff is nice. Need someone to make sure workout room is available for use at all times. Bathroom...
Provides: Senior Apartments
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Hillcrest Senior II offers beautiful views, panoramic vistas, and elegant modern one or two bedroom spacious apartments in the beautiful Atlanta suburbs.
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I moved to my brand new apartment in 2016. Three years later I still like where I live. In response to the only other review, There was such a person however I hope that person is no longer...
Provides: Senior Apartments
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
New Active Adult Community for Ages 62 and Older With features like professional on-site management and 24-hr emergency maintenance, active adults (ages 62 and over) can take advantage of all Providence at Parkway Village has to offer! > Opening November 2015 > 1 & 2 Bedroom Floor...
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They are great .my godmother loves having her own space.I would like to thank you guys for assisting me in locating this beautiful home for my godmother
Provides: Senior Apartments
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Park View at Coventry StationPark View at Coventry Station is an income restricted, senior apartment complex located within historic Atlanta, Georgia, in Fulton County. Our garden-style, one- and two-bedroom apartments are designed with the comfort of seniors 55+ and their pets in mind. Each unit...
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We have developed both friendships, and relationships with the staff. The staff is very concerned about the residents, and very hands-on with letting family know about any changes.
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.
Arbor Terrace at Cascade provides the highest quality of geriatric care and assisted living in the Atlanta, Georgia area, including innovative memory care designed specifically for those affected by Alzheimer’s disease and other dementias. Every resident receives unique and personalized care and...
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The staff at Peniston PCH provide excellent services and the organization really does care for their in-home care clients and their residents at the personal care home. The staff and management all have...
Provides: Assisted Living
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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.
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Photo of Legacy at Walton Lakes
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My husband and I have lived here several years and love it. Maintenance request are always answered in a timely and courteous manner. Staff is more than willing to address any concerns. The surroundings are...
Provides: Senior Apartments
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Taking it to New Heights...South Fulton's Premier Apartment Community for Adults 55+ Imagine...an exciting and invigorating lifestyle and a beautifully appointed apartment home - all located within South Fulton County - one of Atlanta's most exciting and close-in suburbs.Benefits :: A private,...
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The manager is very nice, as well as her assistant. I've met other ladies and we meet often. The manager okayed us having game night and movie night, we alternate fridays. It's wonderful here and folks are...
Provides: Senior Apartments
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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Some of the staff isn't Customer Friendly. They need to be with the seniors and anyone planning to live their. Mom air conditioner was out for a whole month!!!! Overall the place is really nice.
Provides: Senior Apartments
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Woodbridge at Parkway Village is an Active Adult Community for adults 62 and over. You can relax in the Community Library or resident gardening area, exercise in the fitness center or enjoy a game of shuffleboard. Catch up on work in the business center or watch a movie in the on-site theater. ...
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Staff was very friendly, this community is very clean. We aren't able to rate the activities as she moved in right when COVID started. The location is a little to far away from where we live.
Provides: Senior Apartments
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Affordable Senior Retirement Community accepting applications from those 62 and older. 47 cozy, cottage style apartments, approx., 550 sq. ft. peaceful, wooded setting close to I-285. NO SMOKING. No application fee. Rent based on income. Professionally managed by Catholic Housing Initiatives, Inc.
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Provides: Senior Apartments
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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My mother is doing very well here at these senior apartments. Everything has worked out well for her here and I'am pleased. They do a very good job with the cleaning and maintenance of the community. They...
Provides: Senior Apartments
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Asbury Harris Epworth Towers is a senior apartment complex located in the suburbs of Atlanta, Georgia in Fulton County. The local community is chock full of interesting sights and services, including Sage Hill Shopping Center, Emory University, Candle Lake, Johnson Park, and Wesley Woods Health...
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Provides: Senior Apartments
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
NOW LEASING ONLINE, APPLY TODAY > Brand-New Affordable Apartment Homes for Adults 55 Years and Older!Welcome home to Briar Park, an affordable apartment community for active adults 55 & older. Our apartments in Atlanta, opening in Summer 2024, will allow you to reside in comfort and...
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Provides: Senior Apartments
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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Provides: Assisted 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.
Provides: Senior Apartments
Care types provided by this community
Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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Provides: Senior Apartments
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Princeton Court SeniorPrinceton Court apartments offer affordable senior housing in College Park, Georgia, located in the heart of Fulton County. Located in a former neo-classical elementary school building, our renovated, unique one- and two-bedroom apartments offer eco-friendly, custom home...
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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Provides: Senior Apartments
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.

Cost of independent living in South Fulton, GA

The average cost of senior living in South Fulton is $3,128 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Lovejoy, GA with an average of $2,586 per month.

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in South Fulton, GA vs. nearby cities

South Fulton, GA
$3,128/mo
$2,966/mo

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in South Fulton, GA vs. the state and national average

South Fulton, GA
$3,128/mo
$4,195/mo
U.S. national average
$4,146/mo

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

$4,393/mo
Independent Living
$3,128/mo

Median monthly costs of Independent Living in South Fulton, GA by room type

Semi-Private
$2,860/mo
Studio
$4,102/mo
1 Bedroom
$1,938/mo
2 Bedroom
$2,002/mo

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What families are saying about independent living in South Fulton

Recent reviews for independent living in South Fulton

The Palms of Lake Spivey

4.0
What we like the most about The Palms of Lake Spivey is the staff. The staff is good. The grounds are well kept. The activities are fun for the residents. Based on the experience we have had so far, we would recommend this community to other families.

Decatur Christian Towers

5.0
Everybody was extremely nice and helpful in getting me in touch with the right resources to move my loved one into the place. I thought it was a good facility and I can not think of any improvements that need to be made.

Lillie R Campbell House in Atlanta, GA

4.5
I JUST REALLY LIKE THE PLACE THE FIRST VISIT TO IT THE STAFF WAS VERY HELPFUL AND MADE US FEEL LIKE WE WERE ALREADY AT HOME.

South Fulton independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in South Fulton independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in South Fulton, 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 South Fulton 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 South Fulton partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
South Fulton, GANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
3.7%
20%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
14.8%
33.4%
No sugar
No sugar
14.8%
30.1%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
11.1%
32.6%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
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Availability of select dining options in South Fulton 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 South Fulton communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
South Fulton, GANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
3.7%
35.6%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
11.1%
42.5%
Room service
Room service
14.8%
36%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
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Availability of select programs and activities in South Fulton 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 South Fulton offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
South Fulton, GANational
Activity director
Activity director
18.5%
44.2%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
11.1%
27.7%
Community service programs
Community service programs
7.4%
32.1%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
40.7%
47.2%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
25.9%
48.3%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
29.6%
53.6%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
18.5%
42%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
14.8%
37%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
11.1%
40.7%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
14.8%
46.5%
Live performances
Live performances
18.5%
46.2%
Dances
Dances
14.8%
31.8%
Fitness center
Fitness center
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39.2%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
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Presbyterian Village of Austell, Legacy Ridge at Peachtree and Monarch House Assisted Living Community are the top-rated independent living facilities near South Fulton, Georgia. See full list of communities.

There are 31 independent living facilities near South Fulton, Georgia. See the full list.

The best independent living facilities near you in South Fulton, Georgia are Legacy Ridge at Peachtree, Oaks at Stockbridge and Regency House by Barclay House. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.

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