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The 8 Best Independent Living Communities in Apex, NC

8 communities near Apex, North Carolina

Atria Cary

7000 Regency Parkway, Cary, NC 27518Independent Living

Set in a wooded area near Symphony Lake, Atria Cary offers amazing views in an exclusive independent living community, with easy access to fine dining, shopping and cultural attractions in nearby Raleigh, NC. Experience thoughtfully designed amenities at Atria Cary. Meet friends in the wine bistro. Savor chef-prepared meals with full table service. Enjoy our indoor heated swimming pool. Pamper you...

Waltonwood Cary Parkway

750 South East Cary Parkway, Cary, NC 27511Assisted LivingMemory CareIndependent Living

"Working the past 3 years at Waltonwood has been a great experience" - Karen

Woodland Terrace

300 Kildaire Woods Drive, Cary, NC 27511Assisted LivingMemory CareIndependent Living

Woodland Terrace is a senior living community that offers independent living, assisted living, and memory care on a serene 22-acre campus, surrounding a fountained lake, in Cary, NC. The cost of assisted living is $4,283 per month, which is higher than the $3,150 average in the surrounding area. A wide variety of housing options are offered, from studios to one and two-bedroom apartments to two-be...

The Templeton of Cary

215 Brightmore Drive, Cary, NC 27518Independent Living

Cary and the surrounding areas remain one of the most desirable places to retire in the nation. With its world-renowned universities and hospitals as well as educational and cultural opportunities, a full life is awaiting you. Here, in the midst of this mecca, The Templeton of Cary offers elegant senior living apartments, high-end amenity spaces, an engaging lifestyle and a continuum of care if ne...

Stoneridge Gracious Retirement Living

105 Convention Drive, Cary, NC 27511Independent Living

We believe that Stoneridge 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 Stoneridge Gracious Retirement Living, our management teams live onsite, and are available 24 hours a day. Our food is truly made from scrat...

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Jordan Oaks Gracious Retirement Living

10820 Penny Road, Cary, NC 27518Independent Living

We believe that Jordan Oaks 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. Jordan Oaks offers seniors the opportunity to enjoy the benefits of living in a family environment, while maintaining independence and privacy. Jordan Oaks, the deliciou...

Cambridge Village - Apex

10000 Cambridge Village Loop, Apex, NC 27502Independent Living

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Acclaim at Cary Pointe

3741 NC Highway 55, Cary, NC 27519Independent Living

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Cost of independent living in Apex area

According to Seniorly’s 2023-2024 pricing data, families are paying an average of $6,754 per month for independent living communities in Apex. The national average for independent living costs in 2023 was $5,671. Overall, independent living costs in Apex are 19% higher than the national average.

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The figures below show the average monthly starting costs for Independent 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.

$5,724/mo

Pittsboro

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$5,084/mo

Durham

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$3,856/mo

Louisburg

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$6,754/mo

Angier

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Cost of care trends and insights for Apex, NC

How are Independent Living costs Apex this year?

Independent Living prices have risen an average of 9.32% a year since last year. Below is the median cost each year and its percent increase, according to our proprietary data. On average, independent living in Apex, NC is $6,754/mo.

Montly median cost for independent living, 1 bedroom: Apex, NC (2023)

$6,754

+9.32% year over year

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Number of independent living communities in Apex, NC

Number of independent living communities in Wake County

Independent Living amenities in Apex, NC

100% of these independent living offer fitness activities

100% of these independent living have walking paths

100% of these independent living have a restaurant style

Average Seniorly Community Score in Apex, NC

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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.

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Average Seniorly Community Score by city

7.2

Pittsboro

1 independent living communities

9.8

Durham

3 independent living communities

Get to know Apex area

Demographics

Total population: 51,370

27% of population is 50+ years old, 9% is 65+ years old

Median income: $112,108

The poverty rate is 8% lower for this region compared to the North Carolina state average, which is 13%

Diversity

7% of population identify themselves as Black, 8% as Asian, 9% as Hispanic, and 79% as White

Neighborhood

Average housing cost: $1,625 per month

Nearby access to 1 grocery store and farmers market

Nearby access to 1 park

Crime rate: 227 crimes per 10,000 people

Health

Life expectancy: 81 years old

Preventable hospitalizations: 42.6 per 1,000 patients

Regional air quality: 0 unhealthy air quality days per year

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

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Compare independent living cost to nearby cities	Average monthly cost
Apex	$4,987
Cary	$5,395
Holly Springs	$3,721
Fuquay Varina	$3,438
Raleigh	$4,779
Garner	$5,296
Angier	$3,971
Chapel Hill	$4,601
Durham	$4,826
Pittsboro	$3,624
Knightdale	$5,392

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The 8 Best Independent Living Communities in Apex, NC

Atria Cary

Waltonwood Cary Parkway

Woodland Terrace

The Templeton of Cary

Stoneridge Gracious Retirement Living

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Jordan Oaks Gracious Retirement Living

Cambridge Village - Apex

Acclaim at Cary Pointe

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Cost of independent living in Apex area

Compare average cost of independent living in Apex, NC with county, state and national averages

Compare average cost of independent living in Apex, NC with nearby cities

Cost of care trends and insights for Apex, NC

How are Independent Living costs Apex this year?

Get to know independent living in Apex, NC

Independent Living amenities in Apex, NC

Average Seniorly Community Score in Apex, NC

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Get to know Apex area

Demographics

Total population: 51,370

Median income: $112,108

Diversity

Neighborhood

Average housing cost: $1,625 per month

Nearby access to 1 grocery store and farmers market

Nearby access to 1 park

Crime rate: 227 crimes per 10,000 people

Health

Life expectancy: 81 years old

Preventable hospitalizations: 42.6 per 1,000 patients

Regional air quality: 0 unhealthy air quality days per year

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

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