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The cost of independent living in St James is about $4,035 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 73 options. Read 935 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: Senior Apartments
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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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.
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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.
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Provides: Assisted 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.
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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.
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Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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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.
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally 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
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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.
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Provides: Senior Apartments
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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Provides: Senior Apartments
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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Provides: Senior Apartments
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally 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.
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Provides: Senior Apartments
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Those who enjoy living near historic New Orleans, LA will enjoy Tivoli Place Apartments. With easy access to downtown dining and the events offered by this renown city, Tivoli Place features one or two bedroom Senior apartments for those 55 and older who want to be where the action is. Surrounded...
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Cost of independent living in St James, LA

The average cost of senior living in St James is $4,035 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Bayou L'Ourse, LA with an average of $3,394 per month.

Independent living costs in St James, LA, vs. nearby cities

St James, LA
$4,035/mo
$3,957/mo
$3,708/mo

Independent living costs in St James, LA, vs. state and national averages

St James, LA
$4,035/mo
U.S. national average
$4,159/mo

Independent living costs in St James, LA, vs. other senior living options

$4,489/mo
Independent Living
$4,035/mo

Independent living costs in St James, LA, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$4,560/mo
Studio
$5,045/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,140/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,562/mo

Senior living costs in St James 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: St James, LA
Column state: Louisiana
Column national: U.S.
Community typeSt James, LALouisianaU.S.
Independent Living$4,035/mo$3,821/mo$4,159/mo
Assisted Living$4,532/mo$4,183/mo$4,710/mo
Memory Care$4,489/mo$4,133/mo$4,944/mo
Independent Living
St James, LA:$4,035/mo
Louisiana:$3,821/mo
U.S.:$4,159/mo
Assisted Living
St James, LA:$4,532/mo
Louisiana:$4,183/mo
U.S.:$4,710/mo
Memory Care
St James, LA:$4,489/mo
Louisiana:$4,133/mo
U.S.:$4,944/mo
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Independent living costs in St James, LA, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly independent living costs have shifted over the past five years in St James 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 St James, LA

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in St James 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
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Location2024 average cost2023 average costPercent change
St James, LA$3,154/mo$2,532/mo+24.6%
Louisiana$2,300/mo$1,865/mo+23.3%
National$3,006/mo$2,839/mo+5.9%
St James, LA
2024 average cost:$3,154/mo
2023 average cost:$2,532/mo
Percent change:+24.6%
Louisiana
2024 average cost:$2,300/mo
2023 average cost:$1,865/mo
Percent change:+23.3%
National
2024 average cost:$3,006/mo
2023 average cost:$2,839/mo
Percent change:+5.9%
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What families are saying about independent living in St James

Recent reviews for independent living in St James

SummerHouse Vista Shores in New Orleans, LA

5.0
The head nurse, [name removed], is amazing. She is also in charge of the care staff. Everyone was so professional and thorough in their care of [name removed]. When sheets or clothes needed changing, it was done immediately. When he went into hospice and died, they were supportive to the end. I ...
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Francois Bend Senior Living and Memory Care in Gonzales, LA

4.7
Especially loving the entire team on memory care unit. They have been respectful, mindful and kind in every interaction with not only our mother but residents. Highly recommend their services. Can feel good knowing that during difficult times our loved one is receiving quality care. That means ...
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The Blake at Colonial Club in Harahan, LA

5.0
I am a resident at The Black and I love it here! Everyone is very friendly. We are like a big family. The staff is very helpful and approachable. I would definitely recommend the Blake to others.

St James independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in St James independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in St James, 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 St James 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 St James partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
St James, LANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
34.3%
20.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
41.8%
34.4%
No sugar
No sugar
34.3%
30.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
35.8%
33.5%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
11.9%
10.4%
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Availability of select dining options in St James 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 St James communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
St James, LANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
32.8%
36.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
43.3%
43.4%
Room service
Room service
43.3%
36.9%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
17.9%
17.2%
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Availability of select programs and activities in St James 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 St James offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
St James, LANational
Activity director
Activity director
47.8%
45.1%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
28.4%
28.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
35.8%
33%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
46.3%
47.5%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
44.8%
48.8%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
50.7%
54%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
38.8%
42.9%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
37.3%
38.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
43.3%
41.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
43.3%
47.1%
Live performances
Live performances
43.3%
46.7%
Dances
Dances
35.8%
33%
Fitness center
Fitness center
22.4%
39.4%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
41.8%
46.4%
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Frequently Asked Questions

Glenncrest at Siegen, Ville Ste. Marie Senior Living Community and Whealdon Estates by Barclay House are the top-rated independent living facilities near St James, Louisiana. See full list of communities.

There are 73 independent living facilities near St James, Louisiana. See the full list.

The best independent living facilities near you in St James, Louisiana are Glenncrest at Siegen and Sunrise of Metairie. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.

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