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8 Best Independent Living Communities in Portland, FL
The cost of independent living in Portland is about $4,704 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 8 options. Read 77 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.
As you explore independent living near you, you may also want to consider options in areas like You may also consider nearby communities such as Destin, Santa Rosa Beach and Niceville.
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33 Floor plans available
9.7
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22 reviews
My Dad was welcomed by friendly, caring, professional Staff! Everyone went above and beyond the normal to make my Dad feel welcome and wanted in his new apartment. I cannot thank the staff enough, from the...
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.
Our assisted living community, located in Niceville, Fla., a short distance from the white sandy beaches of Destin, offers an engaging social life that will pull you away from the TV and into happy hour socials, card and board games, fitness classes, art and other creative projects, lively meals,...
Starting at $X,XXX+ monthly
2323 Photos available
55 Floor plans available
8.2
Review score
14 reviews
This community is the best in the area! As a nurse myself I have toured all of the communities and chose to put my mom in here because staffing was great, food was delicious (really good food), the...
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.
Imagine yourself in a sparkling new community that’s just minutes from the beach, shopping, entertainment venues, and restaurants. That’s what you’ll find at Somerby Santa Rosa Beach. This community also features a partnership with the Sacred Heart Health System to offer a variety of health...
Starting at $X,XXX+ monthly
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55 Floor plans available
7.5
Review score
34 reviews
The staff is very caring and you could tell that they loved my dad. Some of them attended my dad's funeral nearly 2 hours away.
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent 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.
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.
If you’re ready to enjoy life and leave the housekeeping, laundry and daily chores to someone else, then our community on Florida’s Emerald Coast, in Destin, is ready and waiting for you. We offer assisted living and Alzheimer’s and dementia care while providing abundant services, conveniences...
Starting at $X,XXX+ monthly
1111 Photos available
55 Floor plans available
2.0
Review score
7 reviews
My loved one currently lives here and she is very happy! There are a lot of activities to do or to not do. The choice is hers. It is independent living so no intrusive people coming to "check" on her every...
Provides: Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
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.
When considering an Independent Living community, you are choosing a lifestyle. With resort-style living for the active senior, residents live life by their own design. Our community offers condominium style living with a host of services and amenities along with an engaging entertainment...
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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.
The Blake at Miramar Beach is a distinctive senior living community, offering unparalleled experiences in a luxurious and hospitality-driven environment. With a dedicated and tenured team, enviable amenities, and a vibrant calendar of resident events, we provide a unique space for growth,...
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Cost of independent living in Portland, FL
The average cost of senior living in Portland is $4,704 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Paxton, FL with an average of $2,876 per month.
Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Portland, FL vs. nearby cities
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Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Portland, FL vs. the state and national average
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Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Portland vs. other types of senior living
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Median monthly costs of Independent Living in Portland, FL by room type
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What families are saying about independent living in Portland
Recent reviews for independent living in Portland
Sodalis DeFuniak Springs
4.8
Sodalis is a great place! My grandmas health and energy has improved. They really care about the residents. They always have some kind of activity throughout the day. They schedule weekly Walmart trips and other outings periodically. They have a very nice doctor that comes in to see the ...
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The Opal at Bluewater Bay in Niceville, FL
5.0
Brookdale was a fabulous facility with really caring staff members and nursing. It is small and a great deal of attention is provided to their residence. It was a great final place for my mom to be before she passed away.
Brookdale Destin
4.8
We did not get a chance to move in, but everyone was great. The people were really nice. It was affordable. The tour experience was good. Overall, I would recommend to other families.
Portland independent living services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Portland independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Portland, 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 Portland 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 Portland partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Portland, FLNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
60%
20.1%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
100%
33.5%
No sugar
No sugar
100%
30.2%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
100%
32.8%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
60%
8.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Portland 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 Portland communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Portland, FLNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
80%
35.7%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
100%
42.7%
Room service
Room service
100%
36.2%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
60%
17%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Portland 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 Portland offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Portland, FLNational
Activity director
Activity director
100%
44.2%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
80%
27.8%
Community service programs
Community service programs
100%
32.2%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
100%
47.2%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
100%
48.3%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
100%
53.5%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
100%
42.1%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
100%
37.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
100%
40.7%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
100%
46.5%
Live performances
Live performances
100%
46.2%
Dances
Dances
100%
31.9%
Fitness center
Fitness center
80%
39.2%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
100%
45.7%
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Frequently Asked Questions
The Opal at Bluewater Bay, Sodalis DeFuniak Springs and Somerby of Santa Rosa Beach are the top-rated independent living facilities near Portland, Florida. See full list of communities.
There are 8 independent living facilities near Portland, Florida. See the full list.
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Independent Living in Cities Near Portland
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