Assisted Living in Saco, ME

Last updated March 01, 2025

Saco offers a diverse range of 76 Assisted Living communities giving families varied options to choose from. The average cost of assisted living living in the Saco area is $6,620, and the communities in the Saco area have a average rating of 5.7 out of 10. Seniorly also uses Seniorly Price Estimate for cost comparisons with nearby cities, and even highlights new construction facilities for those seeking modern amenities. Families can look at 110 photos, 188 ratings and reviews, and 2 prices in the Saco area to get a sense of assisted living in the area. Not to be confused with nursing homes, which offer medical care, assisted living provides daily help with activities of daily living like dressing or bathing. And with services catering to all care levels, many facilities enable residents to age in place, whether it's a 1 bedroom or 2 bedroom option. For personalized assistance, Seniorly local advisors Jane DiSalle are available to help with your search.

The 20 Best Assisted Living Facilities in Saco, ME

76 communities near Saco, ME

Atria Kennebunk

One Penny Lane, Kennebunk, ME 04043

Assisted Living , Memory Care , Independent Living

"Great property, reputable company, very welcoming staff. I checked it out for my mom who is 82, lives in the area. She has a few friends at this facility. We think this would be the best option. " - Sarah

From $5,295/mo

9.9

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Huntington Common Assisted Living

3 Huntington Common Drive, Kennebunk, ME 04043

Assisted Living , Memory Care , Independent Living

Nestled in the picturesque seaside town of Kennebunk, Huntington Common provides an inviting and serene environment for seniors seeking a vibrant and fulfilling lifestyle. This senior living community, managed by the esteemed Sunrise Senior Living, is renowned for its commitment to care and well-being. Residents have access to a comprehensive array of health care services, including 24-hour superv...

From $4,408/mo

8.9

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The Enclave Of Scarborough

18 Black Point Road, Scarborough, ME 04074

Assisted Living , Memory Care

Nestled in the picturesque coastal region of Maine, The Enclave of Scarborough stands as a welcoming senior living community that promises a blend of comfort, care, and camaraderie. Renowned for its attentive care and comprehensive medical services, this large community is dedicated to providing peace of mind to its residents and their families. With 12-16 hour nursing and a 24-hour call system, T...

From $4,200/mo

8.3

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The Wardwell Retirement Neighborhood

43 Middle Street, Saco, ME 04072

Assisted Living , Board and Care Home

The Wardwell Retirement Neighborhood, nestled in the tranquil city of Saco, Maine, offers affordable senior living options without compromising on quality and comfort. Despite its small community size, it provides a cozy and intimate environment for its residents. The average pricing for this assisted living and board and care home is a competitive $5,838, significantly lower than the average cost...

From $3,600/mo

6.4

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Landing At Saco Bay

392 Main Street, Saco, ME 04072

Assisted Living , Memory Care

The Landing at Saco Bay is a welcoming senior living community nestled in a vibrant neighborhood, offering a harmonious blend of care and lifestyle amenities. This medium-sized community is designed to provide residents with a comfortable and supportive environment, ensuring peace of mind for both residents and their families. At the heart of the Landing at Saco Bay is a commitment to exceptional...

From $3,600/mo

6.4

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Biddeford Estates

2 Dartmouth Street, Biddeford, ME 04005

Assisted Living

Nestled in the heart of Maine, Biddeford Estates offers a welcoming environment for seniors seeking a vibrant community with a focus on comprehensive care and medical services. This large senior living community prides itself on providing residents with a range of health care services including 12-16 hour nursing, a 24-hour call system, and round-the-clock supervision. Residents benefit from perso...

From $5,500/mo

6.4

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Scarborough Terrace

600 Commerce Drive, Scarborough, ME 04074

Assisted Living , Memory Care , Skilled Nursing Facility

Scarborough Terrace, a large senior living community in Scarborough, Maine, presents a comprehensive package of care and comfort, albeit at a price slightly above the city's average. The average pricing of Scarborough Terrace is $6,870, which is a bit more than the average pricing of similar properties in the city, which stands at $5,700. However, the price is justified by the community's extensiv...

From $4,200/mo

6.4

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Priors Circle

1 Prior Circle, Saco, ME 04072

Assisted Living

Priors Circle offers a warm and welcoming environment for seniors, prioritizing comprehensive care and medical services. Nestled in a charming neighborhood, this small community ensures personalized attention and a close-knit atmosphere. The dedicated staff provides 24-hour supervision and assistance with daily activities, including bathing, dressing, and medication management. Coordination with h...

From $3,600/mo

4.8

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Heath House

45 Heath Road, Saco, ME 04072

Assisted Living

Heath House, nestled on 45 Heath Road, offers a small, welcoming environment for seniors, with a strong focus on care and medical services. The community is designed to provide residents with 24-hour supervision, ensuring that assistance with bathing, dressing, transfers, and medication management is always available. The dedicated staff at Heath House also coordinates with healthcare providers to...

From $3,600/mo

4.8

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Inn At Atlantic Heights

100 Harbor Drive, Saco, ME 04072

Assisted Living

The Inn At Atlantic Heights provides a welcoming and supportive environment for its residents, focusing on exceptional care and medical services. Located at 100 Harbor Drive in the heart of the charming Saco community, this medium-sized senior living community offers a variety of health care services designed to meet the needs of its residents. With 24-hour supervision and a reliable call system, ...

From $3,600/mo

3.8

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Bss Apt. 100B

100 Beach Street Apt 100B, Saco, ME 04072

Assisted Living

Nestled in the welcoming neighborhood of Saco, Maine, Bss Apt. 100B offers a serene and supportive environment for senior living. This small, close-knit community is designed to provide an enriching lifestyle with a strong emphasis on care and medical services. Residents have access to 24-hour supervision and comprehensive assistance with daily activities such as bathing, dressing, and medication ...

From $3,600/mo

3.8

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Bss Apt. 100

100 Beach Street Apt 100, Saco, ME 04072

Assisted Living

Bss Apt. 100 offers a warm and inviting senior living community that places a strong emphasis on care and medical services. Located at 100 Beach Street Apt 100, in the charming area of Saco, Maine, this small community is designed to provide residents with a comfortable and supportive environment. The community boasts a range of health care services, ensuring that residents receive the attention...

From $3,600/mo

3.8

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Beach Street House

255 Beach Street, Saco, ME 04072

Assisted Living

Nestled in the charming locale of Saco, Maine, Beach Street House offers a serene and supportive environment for seniors. This small, close-knit senior living community prioritizes the well-being and comfort of its residents, ensuring they receive top-notch care and medical services. With a dedicated team providing 24-hour supervision and assistance with daily activities such as bathing, dressing,...

From $3,600/mo

3.8

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Cherryfield Avenue

15 Cherryfield Avenue, Saco, ME 04072

Assisted Living

Cherryfield Avenue offers a warm and welcoming environment designed to provide exceptional care and medical services for its residents. Nestled in a serene neighborhood, Cherryfield Avenue is dedicated to ensuring the well-being and comfort of seniors through a comprehensive range of health care services. Residents benefit from 24-hour supervision, assistance with daily activities such as bathing,...

From $3,600/mo

3.8

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Ods #36

36 Oakwood Drive, Saco, ME 04072

Assisted Living

Nestled on 36 Oakwood Drive in picturesque Maine, Ods #36 offers a warm and welcoming environment for seniors seeking a comfortable and supportive living experience. This small senior living community is designed to provide a sense of intimacy and personalized care, ensuring that each resident feels right at home. At Ods #36, the focus on care and medical services is paramount. Residents benefit...

From $3,600/mo

3.8

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Lawn Avenue - Apt 1

18 Lawn Avenue Apt 1, Saco, ME 04072

Assisted Living

Lawn Avenue - Apt 1 offers a warm and welcoming environment for seniors, focusing on providing exceptional care and medical services. This small senior living community ensures that residents receive personalized attention and support, including 24-hour supervision and assistance with daily activities such as bathing, dressing, and medication management. The dedicated staff coordinates closely wit...

From $3,600/mo

3.8

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Forest Street

77 Forest Street, Saco, ME 04072

Assisted Living

Forest Street offers a welcoming and supportive environment for its residents. Nestled in a charming neighborhood, this small senior living community emphasizes exceptional care and medical services. Residents benefit from 24-hour supervision, assistance with bathing, dressing, and transfers, as well as comprehensive medication management. The community also ensures coordination with healthcare pr...

From $3,600/mo

3.8

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Bss Apt. 98

98 Beach Street Apt 98, Saco, ME 04072

Assisted Living

Nestled in a tranquil neighborhood, Bss Apt. 98 offers a serene living environment for seniors, prioritizing their health and well-being with an array of dedicated medical services. Located at 98 Beach Street Apt 98, Saco, ME, this small community ensures personalized attention and care, fostering a close-knit atmosphere where residents feel right at home. The community is well-regarded for its co...

From $3,600/mo

3.8

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Lawn Avenue

18 Lawn Avenue, Saco, ME 04072

Assisted Living

Nestled in the welcoming neighborhood of Saco, Maine, Lawn Avenue offers a serene and supportive environment for seniors. This small senior living community is designed to provide a nurturing atmosphere where residents can enjoy both comfort and quality care. The community's location at 18 Lawn Avenue positions it conveniently close to essential services and leisurely spots, enhancing the overall ...

From $3,600/mo

3.8

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School Street

11 School Street, Saco, ME 04072

Assisted Living

Nestled in the heart of Saco, Maine, School Street offers a warm and welcoming senior living community that prioritizes care and medical services. Located at 11 School Street, the community benefits from its proximity to essential amenities and healthcare providers, ensuring residents have access to comprehensive medical support and a vibrant neighborhood. School Street is designed to cater to th...

From $3,600/mo

3.8

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Compare average cost of assisted living in Saco, ME area with nearby cities

The figures below show the average monthly starting costs for assisted living of nearby cities. Keep in mind that these figures are an average, and that the numbers used to calculate it spanned a wide range. In fact, Seniorly data suggests that most families will underestimate their monthly budget by almost 20%, meaning that once inclusions and services are factored in, they can actually afford more than they originally thought.

$6,582/mo

Biddeford

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$6,421/mo

Old Orchard Beach

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$6,043/mo

Scarborough

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$6,807/mo

Kennebunk

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$6,151/mo

Buxton

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$6,641/mo

Gorham

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Assisted Living amenities in Saco area

100% of these assisted living have walking paths

96% of these assisted living feel like home

Average Seniorly Community Score in Saco

4.3

Average

Seniorly Community Score

What is Seniorly Community Score?

The Seniorly Community Score is a comprehensive and unbiased rating system that takes into account multiple factors crucial to senior living quality. We've meticulously analyzed thousands of senior living communities across the country to create an innovative and accurate assessment of each community's strengths and offerings. The Seniorly Community Score employs a user-friendly scale from 1 to 10, with 10 signifying an exceptional senior living community and 1 representing the lower end of quality, ensuring an easy-to-understand and transparent evaluation for families.

Get to know Saco area

Total population: 822

22% of population is 50+ years old, 9% is 65+ years old

Median income: $51,558

The poverty rate is 3% higher for this region compared to the Maine state average, which is 11%

Diversity

7% Asian, 1% Hispanic, and 85% White of population

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Independent Living

For active older adults who want to downsize to a home in a retirement community but don't need help to live independently.

Memory Care

A supervised and secured community designed to support engagement and quality of life for residents living with dementia.

Continuing Care Retirement Communities

For residents who want to age in place as their care needs change—from Independent Living to nursing care. Requires a buy-in fee.

Nursing Homes

For seniors with more serious medical needs who require skilled care following a hospitalization, illness, or surgery. Nursing Homes are also known as skilled nursing facilities.

Board and Care Home

Homes in residential neighborhoods that are equipped and staffed to provide daily care for a small number of residents.

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Assisted Living in Saco, ME

The 20 Best Assisted Living Facilities in Saco, ME

76 communities near Saco, ME

Atria Kennebunk

Huntington Common Assisted Living

The Enclave Of Scarborough

The Wardwell Retirement Neighborhood

Landing At Saco Bay

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Biddeford Estates

Scarborough Terrace

Priors Circle

Heath House

Inn At Atlantic Heights

Bss Apt. 100B

Bss Apt. 100

Beach Street House

Cherryfield Avenue

Ods #36

Lawn Avenue - Apt 1

Forest Street

Bss Apt. 98

Lawn Avenue

School Street

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