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The cost of independent living in Saranac is about $3,395 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 33 options. Read 544 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.
Pine Knoll is a senior community for those who are 62 and older, or for those disabled at any age. USDA is an equal opportunity provider, employer and lender. We offer one bedroom garden level apartment homes with a patio and intercom entry. Pine Knoll is nestled close to the woods on a corner...
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.
Enhance your lifestyleAt Cook Valley Estates, we understand that you’ve worked hard to create your current lifestyle. We are dedicated to helping preserve, and even enhance, all that you have attained. Nestled in a wooded, park-like section of Grand Rapids, Cook Valley Estates offers virtually...
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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.
Raybrook Campus offers the full continuum of care including independent living, assisted living, nursing home care and memory care. The property is conveniently located in the SE portion of Grand Rapids, close to Calvin College and shopping. This location is an ideal solution for senior couples...
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Cost of independent living in Saranac, MI

The average cost of senior living in Saranac is $3,395 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Pewamo, MI with an average of $3,113 per month.

Independent living costs in Saranac, MI, vs. nearby cities

Saranac, MI
$3,395/mo
$3,542/mo

Independent living costs in Saranac, MI, vs. state and national averages

Saranac, MI
$3,395/mo
U.S. national average
$4,158/mo

Independent living costs in Saranac, MI, vs. other senior living options

$4,007/mo
Independent Living
$3,395/mo

Independent living costs in Saranac, MI, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$3,702/mo
Studio
$5,485/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,382/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,379/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$4,275/mo

Senior living costs in Saranac 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: Saranac, MI
Column state: Michigan
Column national: U.S.
Community typeSaranac, MIMichiganU.S.
Independent Living$3,395/mo$3,739/mo$4,158/mo
Assisted Living$3,916/mo$4,399/mo$4,709/mo
Memory Care$4,007/mo$4,609/mo$4,942/mo
Independent Living
Saranac, MI:$3,395/mo
Michigan:$3,739/mo
U.S.:$4,158/mo
Assisted Living
Saranac, MI:$3,916/mo
Michigan:$4,399/mo
U.S.:$4,709/mo
Memory Care
Saranac, MI:$4,007/mo
Michigan:$4,609/mo
U.S.:$4,942/mo
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Independent living costs in Saranac, MI, over time

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

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Saranac 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
Saranac, MI$4,020/mo$3,109/mo+29.3%
Michigan$2,673/mo$2,607/mo+2.5%
National$3,194/mo$3,045/mo+4.9%
Saranac, MI
2024 average cost:$4,020/mo
2023 average cost:$3,109/mo
Percent change:+29.3%
Michigan
2024 average cost:$2,673/mo
2023 average cost:$2,607/mo
Percent change:+2.5%
National
2024 average cost:$3,194/mo
2023 average cost:$3,045/mo
Percent change:+4.9%
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What families are saying about independent living in Saranac

Recent reviews for independent living in Saranac

Green Acres of Lowell

5.0
We visited this community when we were looking into care options for a loved one. This seemed like a very nice place, overall! The staff were friendly and caring, the facility was clean, and the food looked very good! Unfortunately it was also fairly expensive, and not in the price range we were ...
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Walnut Ridge Assisted Living and Memory Care in Kentwood, MI

5.0
I am very pleased with the care at Care Cardinal. Their staff has been very supporrtive and goes above and beyond for the care of my mother.

Westminster Meadows in Grand Rapids, MI

5.0
It's been really good. She is making it her own. They were the only one in the general area. Compared to other apartment complexes, it's a small development, and very clean. The manager was very inviting. She is happy with it, and so we are happy with it.

Saranac independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Saranac independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Saranac, 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 Saranac 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 Saranac partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Saranac, MINational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
10.7%
20.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
39.3%
34.4%
No sugar
No sugar
28.6%
30.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
32.1%
33.5%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
14.3%
10.4%
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Availability of select dining options in Saranac 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 Saranac communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Saranac, MINational
Professional chef
Professional chef
28.6%
36.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
28.6%
43.4%
Room service
Room service
32.1%
36.9%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
17.9%
17.2%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Saranac 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 Saranac offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Saranac, MINational
Activity director
Activity director
32.1%
45.1%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
21.4%
28.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
17.9%
33%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
50%
47.5%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
42.9%
48.8%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
42.9%
54%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
35.7%
42.9%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
28.6%
38.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
25%
41.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
32.1%
47.1%
Live performances
Live performances
35.7%
46.7%
Dances
Dances
17.9%
33%
Fitness center
Fitness center
17.9%
39.4%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
32.1%
46.4%
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Frequently Asked Questions

There are 33 independent living facilities near Saranac, Michigan. See the full list.

The best independent living facilities near you in Saranac, Michigan are Woodlawn Meadows Assisted Living and Memory Care, StoryPoint Rockford and StoryPoint Grand Rapids East. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.

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