The 7 Best Independent Living Communities in Salem, MA

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Forestdale Park

341 Forest Street, Malden, MA 02148Assisted LivingMemory CareIndependent Living

Forestdale Park, located at the site of Malden’s former McFadden Manor, recently opened its doors as the newest Volunteers of America Massachusetts Senior Residence. The community features 3 Independent Living apartments, and 59 studio and one bedroom Assisted Living apartments that features our EnrichedLIFE programming. Forestdale Park also accommodates 23 seniors in their state-of-the-art Com...

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The Mariner Marblehead

265 Pleasant Street, Marblehead, MA 01945Assisted LivingMemory CareIndependent Living

Set in the seaside village of Marblehead, The Mariner will set the standard for luxury independent and assisted living on the North Shore. As a member of the Northbridge portfolio, residents at The Mariner will also have access to Avita Memory Care programs, well-known for quality and excellence in the Northeast. With a variety of floor plans - from studio to two-bedroom - The Mariner combines d...

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$8,688

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Brightview Danvers

50 Endicott Street, Danvers, MA 01923Assisted LivingMemory CareIndependent Living

Brightview Danvers is a senior living community offering independent living, assisted living and memory care in Danvers, MA, near historic Salem. The cost of assisted living starts at $5,200 per month, compared to the median cost of assisted living in the area of $5,850 per month. The facility is conveniently located just off Yankee Division Highway, between the Crane and Waters Rivers and near th...

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$3,960

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The Residence At Vinnin Square

224 Salem Street, Swampscott, MA 01907Assisted LivingMemory CareIndependent Living

Imagine having more time to do the things that make you happy: catching up on the best-seller list, getting out to the theater with friends, learning a new language or just relaxing with the people you enjoy. Imagine life without the worries and stresses of maintaining a home. Imagine you being you again. This is the life that awaits you at The Residence at Vinnin Square. Our beautiful Independen...

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$7,897

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Colonial Gardens Gracious Retirement Living

105 Cherry Hill Drive, Beverly, MA 01915Independent Living

We believe that Colonial Gardens Gracious Retirement Living is so much more than walls and windows – it’s a place to enjoy home-cooked meals, game night, or a quiet evening with family and friends. It’s where you always feel comfortable, safe, and secure. At Colonial Gardens Gracious Retirement Living, our management teams live onsite, and are available 24 hours a day. Our food is truly mad...

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$2,995

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Brightview Wakefield

21 Crescent Street, Wakefield, MA 01880Assisted LivingMemory CareIndependent Living

"I have had a relative who moved in recently, and I was very impressed with both the facilities and the staff.There is a very active calendar they put out each week that keeps the residents busy and engaged, and the staff truly seems to care about the people who live there. " - Vernon

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$5,615

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The Residence At Melrose Station

158 Essex Street, Melrose, MA 02176Assisted LivingMemory CareIndependent Living

Imagine having more time to do the things that make you happy: catching up on the best-seller list, getting out to the theater with friends, learning a new language, or just relaxing with the people you enjoy. Imagine life without the worries and stresses of maintaining a home. Imagine you being you again. This is the life that awaits you at The Residence at Melrose Station. Our stunning, Indepen...

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$7,546

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Compare independent living cost to nearby cities	Average monthly cost
Salem	$6,178
Peabody	$5,843
Marblehead	$6,172
Beverly	$6,559
Danvers	$6,178
Lynn	$6,259
Topsfield	$6,271
Melrose	$6,628
Revere	$6,348
Reading	$6,648
Malden	$6,022

The 7 Best Independent Living Communities in Salem, MA

Forestdale Park

The Mariner Marblehead

Brightview Danvers

The Residence At Vinnin Square

Colonial Gardens Gracious Retirement Living

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Brightview Wakefield

The Residence At Melrose Station

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Demographics

Total population: 43,252

Median income: $69,890

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Neighborhood

Average housing cost: $1,569 per month

Nearby access to 4 grocery stores and farmers market

Nearby access to 5 parks

Crime rate: 209 crimes per 10,000 people

Health

Life expectancy: 81 years old

Preventable hospitalizations: 50.4 per 1,000 patients

Regional air quality: 2.7 unhealthy air quality days per year

Drinking water quality: 0% of people are exposed to violations

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