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The cost of independent living in Sandusky is about $2,976 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 83 options. Read 1370 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.

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Provides: Independent Living, Senior Apartments
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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.
Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Crestwood Living means living life to the fullest — enjoying friends and having the freedom to do all of the things you like best. It's comfortable, affordable senior living where one low monthly payment includes all utilities, free bus transportation, social activities, events and much more.All...
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Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
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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.
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I am very happy with this community. The staff is caring and helpful. It is very clean and taken care of. They have alot of great activities to help stay active. I would highly recommend for others seeking...
Provides: Independent Living, Senior Apartments
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.
Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Brookhaven at County Line offers all this, and more. We're close to conveniences like shopping, restaurants and medical facilities- making your life just a little easier. Even better, our resident activities and amenities help you get to know your neighbors and build a new community of friends!At...
Provides: Assisted Living, 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.
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.
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Provides: Independent Living, Senior Apartments
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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.
Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Outstanding eastside apartment community. Two bedroom apartments for $435/month including heat and water (2 for the price of 1)! Secure and quiet. On busline and close to interstate. Across from Churches, Grocery, and Shopping. Our maintenance staff is efficient and caring for the Home renter’s...
Provides: Independent Living
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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.
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Provides: Independent Living, Senior Apartments
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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.
Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Since 1997, Wyndham Hall has offered a unique affordable housing alternative especially for people 55 and older whose income range qualifies. Wyndham Hall apartment homes offer a sense of individuality uncommon in other adult communities. Apartment homes at Wyndham Hall include water, sewer and...
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Provides: Independent Living
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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.
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Provides: Independent Living
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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.
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living, Nursing Homes
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.
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.
Nursing Homes: Nursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.
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Photo of Spruce Manor Apartments
Provides: Independent Living
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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.
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Provides: Independent Living, Senior Apartments
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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.
Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Benjamin Court is a 55+ independent living, affordable apartment community. Located in the Historic Fort Harrison area, on the northeast side of Indianapolis, Benjamin Court not only has luxury one and two bedroom apartments, but also an award winning full-service activities program. We strive...
Provides: Independent Living
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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.
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I live here and I love the staff and nurses Very nice people here Good place.
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living
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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.
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.
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Provides: Independent Living
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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.
Provides: Independent Living
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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.
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Provides: Independent Living
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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.
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I've settled in here pretty much and I'm feeling like I made a good decision. The staff is really great, they are expanding with a wellness center and doing some health things and they have a pool for water...
Provides: Independent Living, Senior Apartments
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.
Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Our village offers independent living at an affordable rental rate. One and two bedroom villas are available, complete with kitchen appliances, washer and dryer hookups, total electric, paid water and sewer and maintenance free grounds and villas. A scenic 3-acre lake with a surrounding walking...
Provides: Independent Living
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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.
Provides: Independent Living, Senior Apartments
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.
Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Provides: Assisted Living, 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.
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.
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.
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Provides: Independent Living
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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.
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Provides: Independent Living
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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.
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Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living
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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.
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.
At Summit Place West you will find all the comforts of home and then some. We feature studio apartments, one-bedroom suites, and one-bedroom deluxe, and two-bedroom suites. Each resident participates in a wellness program that includes a monthly health check by a licensed nurse. A resident...

Cost of independent living in Sandusky, IN

The average cost of senior living in Sandusky is $2,976 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Glenwood, IN with an average of $1,360 per month.

Independent living costs in Sandusky, IN, vs. nearby cities

Sandusky, IN
$2,976/mo
$3,596/mo

Independent living costs in Sandusky, IN, vs. state and national averages

Sandusky, IN
$2,976/mo
$3,203/mo
U.S. national average
$4,166/mo

Independent living costs in Sandusky, IN, vs. other senior living options

$5,224/mo
Independent Living
$2,976/mo

Independent living costs in Sandusky, IN, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$5,875/mo
Studio
$3,884/mo
1 Bedroom
$3,755/mo
2 Bedroom
$4,419/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$2,847/mo

Senior living costs in Sandusky vs. state and national costs

Cost comparison table showing community type costs by location. This table contains 3 rows of data across 4 columns.
Column communityType: Community type
Column destination: Sandusky, IN
Column state: Indiana
Column national: U.S.
Community typeSandusky, INIndianaU.S.
Independent Living$2,976/mo$3,203/mo$4,166/mo
Assisted Living$3,573/mo$4,010/mo$4,769/mo
Memory Care$5,224/mo$5,074/mo$5,523/mo
Independent Living
Sandusky, IN:$2,976/mo
Indiana:$3,203/mo
U.S.:$4,166/mo
Assisted Living
Sandusky, IN:$3,573/mo
Indiana:$4,010/mo
U.S.:$4,769/mo
Memory Care
Sandusky, IN:$5,224/mo
Indiana:$5,074/mo
U.S.:$5,523/mo
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Independent living costs in Sandusky, IN, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly independent living costs have shifted over the past five years in Sandusky and how those changes compare with state and national trends. The figures represent quarterly averages of what seniors actually paid after moving into A Place for Mom partner communities.

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Independent living cost trends in Sandusky, IN

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Sandusky have changed in the last two years and how those changes compare with state and national trends. The figures represent averages of actual costs paid by seniors who moved into A Place for Mom partner communities in 2023 and 2024.

Cost comparison table showing 2023 and 2024 median costs by location. This table contains 3 rows of data across 4 columns.
Column location: Location
Column cost2024: 2024 average cost
Column cost2023: 2023 average cost
Column percentChange: Percent change
Location2024 average cost2023 average costPercent change
Sandusky, IN$2,022/mo$2,221/mo-9.0%
Indiana$2,468/mo$2,544/mo-3.0%
National$3,265/mo$3,169/mo+3.0%
Sandusky, IN
2024 average cost:$2,022/mo
2023 average cost:$2,221/mo
Percent change:-9.0%
Indiana
2024 average cost:$2,468/mo
2023 average cost:$2,544/mo
Percent change:-3.0%
National
2024 average cost:$3,265/mo
2023 average cost:$3,169/mo
Percent change:+3.0%
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What families are saying about independent living in Sandusky

Recent reviews for independent living in Sandusky

Nora Commons on the Monon in Indianapolis, IN

5.0
We're very pleased with how things have gone so far at Nora Commons! It's a very nice looking, well kept community, and the people all seem very friendly! I really appreciate how on top of things they are when it comes to maintenance, my loved one's refrigerator broke and they had it replaced in ...
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Beech Grove Meadows

4.6
The staff seems friendly and helpful. My mother is in an independent living unit so we don't need the help of the staff often, but they do seem nice. It would be great if they had more non-game activities.

McKay Manor in Shelbyville, IN

4.3
I am currently a resident at McKay Manor. My move in went well, I had no troubles. The staff is good. The housekeeping is good. Overall, I would recommend the facility to others.

Sandusky independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Sandusky independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Sandusky, 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 Sandusky 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 Sandusky partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
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Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
32.9%
20.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
34.2%
34.4%
No sugar
No sugar
27.8%
30.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
29.1%
33.5%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
6.3%
10.4%
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Availability of select dining options in Sandusky 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 Sandusky communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Sandusky, INNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
38%
36.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
49.4%
43.4%
Room service
Room service
41.8%
36.9%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
26.6%
17.2%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Sandusky 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 Sandusky offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Sandusky, INNational
Activity director
Activity director
49.4%
45.1%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
29.1%
28.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
32.9%
33%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
51.9%
47.5%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
51.9%
48.8%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
62%
54%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
44.3%
42.9%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
36.7%
38.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
43%
41.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
48.1%
47.1%
Live performances
Live performances
49.4%
46.7%
Dances
Dances
36.7%
33%
Fitness center
Fitness center
43%
39.4%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
46.8%
46.4%
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Frequently Asked Questions

The Waterford at Fairfield, Sycamore Reserve and Independence Village of Fishers East are the top-rated independent living facilities near Sandusky, Indiana. See full list of communities.
There are 83 independent living facilities near Sandusky, Indiana. See the full list.
The best independent living facilities near you in Sandusky, Indiana are The Waterford at Fairfield, The Crossings at Banta Pointe and Five Star Residences of Clearwater. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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