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The cost of independent living in Rutland is about $6,089 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 5 options. Read 13 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 Leominster, Hudson and Southborough.

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Photo of The Willows at Worcester
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66 Floor plans available
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My mom is very happy. She likes the people there and is starting to join in on some of the activities and has enjoyed them so far. She said the food is good. The staff have been helpful and accommodating....
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.
The Willows at Worcester is a vibrant, full-service, resort-style retirement community offering you spacious, maintenance-free, independent living apartment homes and cottages; award-winning, chef-prepared meals; and abundant, on-site amenities. We have our own bank, spa, salon/barber shop,...
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Photo of The Hills at Paxton Village
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.
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.
Provides: Senior Apartments
Care types provided by this community
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
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.
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Cost of independent living in Rutland, MA

The average cost of senior living in Rutland is $6,089 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Agawam, MA with an average of $4,300 per month.

Independent living costs in Rutland, MA, vs. nearby cities

Rutland, MA
$6,089/mo
$6,232/mo

Independent living costs in Rutland, MA, vs. state and national averages

Rutland, MA
$6,089/mo
U.S. national average
$4,156/mo

Independent living costs in Rutland, MA, vs. other senior living options

$7,227/mo
Independent Living
$6,089/mo

Independent living costs in Rutland, MA, by floor plan type

Studio
$2,795/mo
1 Bedroom
$3,100/mo
2 Bedroom
$3,850/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$4,700/mo

Senior living costs in Rutland 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: Rutland, MA
Column state: Massachusetts
Column national: U.S.
Community typeRutland, MAMassachusettsU.S.
Independent Living$6,089/mo$6,341/mo$4,156/mo
Assisted Living$7,227/mo$7,224/mo$4,707/mo
Memory Care$7,227/mo$7,230/mo$4,941/mo
Independent Living
Rutland, MA:$6,089/mo
Massachusetts:$6,341/mo
U.S.:$4,156/mo
Assisted Living
Rutland, MA:$7,227/mo
Massachusetts:$7,224/mo
U.S.:$4,707/mo
Memory Care
Rutland, MA:$7,227/mo
Massachusetts:$7,230/mo
U.S.:$4,941/mo
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Independent living costs in Rutland, MA, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly independent living costs have shifted over the past five years in Rutland 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 Rutland, MA

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Rutland 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
Rutland, MA$3,190/mo$3,242/mo-1.6%
Massachusetts$3,620/mo$3,181/mo+13.8%
National$2,859/mo$2,799/mo+2.1%
Rutland, MA
2024 average cost:$3,190/mo
2023 average cost:$3,242/mo
Percent change:-1.6%
Massachusetts
2024 average cost:$3,620/mo
2023 average cost:$3,181/mo
Percent change:+13.8%
National
2024 average cost:$2,859/mo
2023 average cost:$2,799/mo
Percent change:+2.1%
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Discover the many ways to pay for senior living

Planning ahead can better position you to make good choices for your loved one’s care in the future. But if your aging family member needs care now, there are ways to finance the cost of long-term care through a combination of approaches.

What families are saying about independent living in Rutland

Recent reviews for independent living in Rutland

Corcoran House in Clinton, MA

4.3
The community is always clean. Every time we visit, my mother's apartment is always clean and the bathroom is always clean. Very high marks for cleanliness. Some of the staff is a bit friendlier than others, but they are all great with the residents. The care could be improved for the higher ...
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Southgate at Shrewsbury

5.0
I would recommend Southgate to anyone who asks. My aunt moved to their assisted living over a year ago. The staff are very compassionate and treat her like family. They have a new outdoor patio area to garden and they hold barbeques almost weekly throughout the summer. There is something for her ...
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Manor on the Hill in Leominster, MA

5.0
Friendliness of staff is off the charts. Very welcoming. Very caring. Lots of activities every day. The staff smiles and is happy to help with any task.

Rutland independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Rutland independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Rutland, 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 Rutland 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 Rutland partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Rutland, MANational
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
20%
34.4%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
20%
33.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Rutland 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 Rutland communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Rutland, MANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
20%
36.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
20%
43.4%
Room service
Room service
20%
36.9%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Rutland 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 Rutland offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Rutland, MANational
Activity director
Activity director
20%
45.1%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
20%
28.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
20%
33%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
20%
47.5%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
20%
48.8%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
20%
54%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
20%
42.9%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
20%
38.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
20%
41.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
20%
47.1%
Live performances
Live performances
20%
46.7%
Fitness center
Fitness center
20%
39.4%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
20%
46.4%
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Frequently Asked Questions

The Willows at Worcester, The Hills at Paxton Village and Colony Retirement Homes-Holden are the top-rated independent living facilities near Rutland, Massachusetts. See full list of communities.

There are 5 independent living facilities near Rutland, Massachusetts. See the full list.

The best independent living facilities near you in Rutland, Massachusetts are Cedarbrook Village at Ware and The Residence at Orchard Grove. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.

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