The 16 Best Independent Living Communities in Cary, NC

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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...

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$5,595

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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

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$6,192

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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...

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$6,976

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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...

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$5,368

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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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$2,595

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Abbotswood at Stonehenge

7900 Creedmoor Road, Raleigh, NC 27613Assisted LivingIndependent Living

"My husband's aunt is at Abbotswood, and I can say firsthand that this is a great place. They are responsive, communicative, proactive, and professional. The facility is always clean and well-maintained. Abbotswood is well-run and cares for its residents." - Loris

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$5,329

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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...

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$2,639

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Magnolia Glen

5301 Creedmoor Road, Raleigh, NC 27612Assisted LivingIndependent Living

Magnolia Glen is a luxury assisted living community located in Raleigh, NC. Costs for the studio or one-bedroom living spaces start at $6,145 per month and include all utilities plus housekeeping, linen, towel and laundry services. The retirement community is only one mile from Crabtree Valley Mall and a short five minutes from the North Carolina Museum of Art and all the diversity of shopping and...

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$6,145

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Capital Oaks Retirement Resort

6498 Ray Road, Raleigh, NC 27613Independent Living

Capital Oaks Retirement Resort is a luxury senior living community located in Raleigh, NC. The average cost of living spaces in resort retirement communities in this area start at around $2,750 per month. This luxury independent living community offers all-inclusive living for one monthly price. Upscale apartments are decorated with fine furnishings and feature full kitchens, walk-in closets, desi...

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$5,168

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Waltonwood Lake Boone

3550 Horton Street, Raleigh, NC 27607Assisted LivingMemory CareIndependent Living

"I have been with Waltonwood for a little over six months now, and I can say with confidence that it is the best retirement/healthcare facility around. It's a very pretty place wiht beautiful decor, the staff is amazing and always has the residents' best interests at heart. I am proud to be a part of the Waltonwood family!" - Miguel

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Hayes Barton Place

2010 Fairview Road, Raleigh, NC 27608Nursing HomeAssisted LivingMemory CareIndependent Living

On over seven of the most sought-after acres in Raleigh, a well-respected builder of Life Plan Communities, Liberty Senior Living, is constructing 214 new independent living residences. The classic Georgian-style architecture will blend seamlessly into this historic neighborhood of handsome homes and tree-lined streets, just steps from shops and restaurants. This new Life Plan Community will pamp...

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Acclaim at Cary Pointe

3741 NC Highway 55, Cary, NC 27519Independent Living

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$4,875

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Whispering Pines Gracious Retirement Living

7501 Lead Mine Road, Raleigh, NC 27615Independent Living

We believe that Whispering Pines 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 Whispering Pines Gracious Retirement Living, our management teams live onsite, and are available 24 hours a day. Our food is truly mad...

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$2,495

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Independence Village Of Olde Raleigh

3113 CHARLES B. ROOT WYND, Raleigh, NC 27612Independent Living

Stand tall at Independence Village of Olde Raleigh, where the natural beauty of our community's surroundings blends perfectly with the modern-day amenities offered in our updated studio, one- and two-bedroom apartment homes. Wall-to-wall carpet and mini-blinds on all windows provide the comforts of home that complement our fresh kitchenettes and spacious bathrooms with walk-in showers. Our beautif...

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$4,125

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The Cambridge At Brier Creek

7901 TW Alexander Drive, Raleigh, NC 27617Independent Living

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$4,909

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Cambridge Village - Apex

10000 Cambridge Village Loop, Apex, NC 27502Independent Living

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$5,195

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Compare independent living cost to nearby cities	Average monthly cost
Cary	$5,395
Apex	$4,987
Raleigh	$4,779
Holly Springs	$3,721
Garner	$5,296
Fuquay Varina	$3,438
Durham	$4,826
Knightdale	$5,392
Chapel Hill	$4,601
Angier	$3,971
Wake Forest	$5,355

The 16 Best Independent Living Communities in Cary, NC

Atria Cary

Waltonwood Cary Parkway

Woodland Terrace

The Templeton of Cary

Stoneridge Gracious Retirement Living

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Abbotswood at Stonehenge

Jordan Oaks Gracious Retirement Living

Magnolia Glen

Capital Oaks Retirement Resort

Waltonwood Lake Boone

Hayes Barton Place

Acclaim at Cary Pointe

Whispering Pines Gracious Retirement Living

Independence Village Of Olde Raleigh

The Cambridge At Brier Creek

Cambridge Village - Apex

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Demographics

Total population: 166,268

Median income: $111,683

Diversity

Neighborhood

Average housing cost: $1,558 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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