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The cost of independent living in Sudbury is about $6,732 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 40 options. Read 557 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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We looked at other facilities that had a meal plan, but here you are able to be very independent and they have a lot of activities provided that we really enjoy. The location is perfect and around everything...
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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.
Avenu at Natick offers high-end apartment homes and the best of community living to residents aged 62 years and older. Avenu is where neighbors become friends. Enjoy daily activities, classes, and social events just steps away from the area's finest shopping and dining --- You'll love the Avenu...
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Great place caring stay they clean everyday foods decent social director is Awesome highly recommend ????
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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.
The Leland Home is a 40 bed, non profit, licensed residential care facility that offers Independent Living with supportive services for seniors over 62 in Waltham since 1892. We offer a homelike setting with various amenities included at no additional cost. Medication administration, three meals...
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My mother lived at Newbury Court (independent living) for 15 years. The facility is attractive and in good condition. Facilities for many core and extra activities. Very good food. Caring, expert staff and...
Provides: Memory Care, Independent Living
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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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Waterstone at Wellesley is a terrific community. We enjoy living here as well as the residents. A very warm, welcoming community! We recommend highly!
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.
Located along the banks of the Charles River, Waterstone at Wellesley is a premier senior living community offering both independent living and assisted living. Here, a world of luxury, attentive service and convenience come together to support and inspire a rewarding, carefree life.Residents of...
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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.
Shillman House Shillman House is an independent living community that is located in Framingham, MA. This community is located in a beautiful area and is open to seniors who are looking for a caring home. Framingham is a part of Middlesex County and it offers much for residents and guests to check...
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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.
Alliance Health at Marie Esther is a newly renovated Rest Home for Men and Women of all faiths, conveniently located in Marlboro, surrounded by rolling green grounds and the conveniences of near by businesses. We are proud to provide the highest standards of care in a comfortable, attractive, and...
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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, 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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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, 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.
Welcome to The Village at Farm Pond, a Parkside Community designed to capture the spirit and charm of New England. The grounds are expansive and truly breathtaking. Enjoy its beauty throughout the year, from the cozy three-season porch or while meandering amidst our walking paths and accessible...
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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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All new management team has made some wonderful changes for the residents. Thank you!
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.

Cost of independent living in Sudbury, MA

The average cost of senior living in Sudbury is $6,732 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Leominster, MA with an average of $5,879 per month.

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

Sudbury, MA
$6,732/mo

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

Sudbury, MA
$6,732/mo
U.S. national average
$4,156/mo

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

$7,639/mo
Independent Living
$6,732/mo

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

Semi-Private
$6,096/mo
Studio
$7,392/mo
1 Bedroom
$8,266/mo
2 Bedroom
$9,086/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$8,210/mo

Senior living costs in Sudbury 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: Sudbury, MA
Column state: Massachusetts
Column national: U.S.
Community typeSudbury, MAMassachusettsU.S.
Independent Living$6,732/mo$6,341/mo$4,156/mo
Assisted Living$7,638/mo$7,224/mo$4,707/mo
Memory Care$7,639/mo$7,230/mo$4,941/mo
Independent Living
Sudbury, MA:$6,732/mo
Massachusetts:$6,341/mo
U.S.:$4,156/mo
Assisted Living
Sudbury, MA:$7,638/mo
Massachusetts:$7,224/mo
U.S.:$4,707/mo
Memory Care
Sudbury, MA:$7,639/mo
Massachusetts:$7,230/mo
U.S.:$4,941/mo
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Independent living costs in Sudbury, MA, over time

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

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Sudbury 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
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Location2024 average cost2023 average costPercent change
Sudbury, MA$4,493/mo$4,742/mo-5.3%
Massachusetts$4,138/mo$3,744/mo+10.5%
National$3,251/mo$3,154/mo+3.1%
Sudbury, MA
2024 average cost:$4,493/mo
2023 average cost:$4,742/mo
Percent change:-5.3%
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2024 average cost:$4,138/mo
2023 average cost:$3,744/mo
Percent change:+10.5%
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2024 average cost:$3,251/mo
2023 average cost:$3,154/mo
Percent change:+3.1%
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What families are saying about independent living in Sudbury

Recent reviews for independent living in Sudbury

Brigham House in Watertown, MA

5.0
Watertown is our home town, [name removed] is able to go shopping and take a walk in familiar surroundings. Biggest plus is when her money runs out, they will keep her and she gets a small amount of her social security.

Cadbury Commons in Cambridge, MA

3.8
Our experience with this community was good, overall it is kept pretty clean. The care services are pretty reliable, the activities were however a little bit weaker. The food at this community was very good, and we really liked the responsiveness of the staff and the availability the memory care ...
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The Residence at Paine Estate in Wayland, MA

4.1
As I expected; pleasant. Food needs to improve; there are more people with memory problems than I expected.We picked this community because of the location, ambiance, and the fact that rooms are live in place.

Sudbury independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Sudbury independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Sudbury, 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 Sudbury 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 Sudbury 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
43.2%
20.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
59.5%
34.4%
No sugar
No sugar
56.8%
30.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
51.4%
33.5%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
16.2%
10.4%
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Availability of select dining options in Sudbury 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 Sudbury communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Sudbury, MANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
56.8%
36.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
62.2%
43.4%
Room service
Room service
43.2%
36.9%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
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Availability of select programs and activities in Sudbury 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 Sudbury offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
67.6%
45.1%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
40.5%
28.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
48.6%
33%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
54.1%
47.5%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
67.6%
48.8%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
70.3%
54%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
59.5%
42.9%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
56.8%
38.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
67.6%
41.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
67.6%
47.1%
Live performances
Live performances
64.9%
46.7%
Dances
Dances
35.1%
33%
Fitness center
Fitness center
54.1%
39.4%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
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Orchard Hill at Sudbury, Atria Longmeadow Place and Artisan at Hudson are the top-rated independent living facilities near Sudbury, Massachusetts. See full list of communities.

There are 40 independent living facilities near Sudbury, Massachusetts. See the full list.

The best independent living facilities near you in Sudbury, Massachusetts are Atria Draper Place, Atria Longmeadow Place and The Residence at Orchard Grove. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.

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