About Assisted LivingAssisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.Complete guide to assisted livingBest of 2025 Assisted Living Winners
About Memory CareMemory 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. Complete guide to memory careBest of 2025 Memory Care Winners
About Independent LivingIndependent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.Complete guide to independent livingBest of 2025 Independent Living Winners
About Senior LivingSenior living is a term used to describe various housing and care options for older adults from maintenance-free, 55+ facilities for active seniors, to secure, fully staffed facilities for seniors with Alzheimer's or dementia. Complete guide to senior livingFind senior living facilities near you
About Nursing HomesNursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.Complete guide to Nursing Homes
About Senior ApartmentsSenior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.Complete guide to Senior Apartments
About Care HomesResidential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.Complete guide to care homes
Veteran ResourcesVA benefits for long-term care, such as Aid and Attendance benefits, can help eligible veterans and their surviving spouses pay for senior care.Guide to VA benefits for long-term care
Senior Living Home

10 Best Independent Living Communities in Buckhorn Crossroads, NC

Answer a few questions to get personalized results
Who are you searching for?

The cost of independent living in Buckhorn Crossroads is about $4,268 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 48 options. Read 1432 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 Clayton, Goldsboro and Wilson.

Buckhorn Crossroads Independent Living Facilities | 1432 Reviews

Showing 42 communities
Last Updated: 5/9/25
Sort by
Filter by
Review Score
Distance
See communities with
Amenities
Providers
Photo of Independence Village of Olde RaleighCommunity card badge
55 Floor plans available
9.5
Review score
270 reviews
9.5
Review score
270 reviews
5 star
75%
4 star
14%
3 star
5%
2 star
3%
1 star
3%
See all reviews
This is the oldest senior living community I explored, but the sturdy building practices of the past are what make it quieter than most. We cannot hear our neighbor's activities or convesations at all...and...
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.
Stand tall at Independence Village of Olde Raleigh, where the natural beauty of our community's surroundings blends perfectly with the modern-day amenities offered in our updated studio, one- and two-bedroom apartment homes. Wall-to-wall carpet and mini-blinds on all windows provide the comforts...
See details
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.
Photo of R M Wilson Apartments-Elderly
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.
Photo of Autumn Summers Rocky Mount
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.
5 star
0%
4 star
0%
3 star
0%
2 star
0%
1 star
0%
See all reviews
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.
Photo of Crestfield Apartments
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.
Photo of Rolling Ridge
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.
Photo of Springmoor Life Care Community
5 star
0%
4 star
0%
3 star
0%
2 star
0%
1 star
0%
See all reviews
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.
Photo of The Fountains at The Albemarle
5 star
63%
4 star
25%
3 star
6%
2 star
6%
1 star
0%
See all reviews
I like living at The Fountains at The Albemarle. The residents and staff are very friendly and helpful. The apartment is very nice, a good size, plenty of storage area. They provide a wide range of...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, 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.
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.
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.
Welcome to a quaint little community of friends and neighbors tucked neatly at the edge of one of the loveliest of America's historic towns. Tarboro, North Carolina, settled centuries ago, hasn't lost a bit of its original charm. Main Street, with its village shops, town square and stately homes,...
Photo of The Cypress of Raleigh
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.
Inline cta image

Our free advisors can help

  • Compare local facilities
  • Determine care type
  • Schedule tours
  • Evaluate pricing
Photo of Primrose Villa
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.
Photo of Autumn Summers | Greenville
44 Photos available
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.
Autumn Summers is a 55+ leisure living community with a mission to engage, enrich, and nurture the health and spirits of the active seniors in our care.Our essence in précis is to establish private retirement villages providing an integrated network of concierge, security and well-being services...
See details
Photo of The Templeton of Cary
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.
Photo of Glenaire
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, 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.
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.
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.
Photo of Parkway Retirement Ctr
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.
Photo of Windsor Point
5 star
50%
4 star
50%
3 star
0%
2 star
0%
1 star
0%
See all reviews
My mother has been at Windsor Point for a few years now and I love the staff and other residents. They have always been caring and responsive their needs. Recently they have started renovating/updating...
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.
Photo of SearStone
1717 Photos available
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.
Near Raleigh, NC, we’re changing the way people think about retirement communities. If you thought SearStone was a big dream—you were right. And now it’s an even bigger reality. People have brought the whole community to life. They’re savoring the grilled salmon in formal dining. They’re raising...

Cost of independent living in Buckhorn Crossroads, NC

The average cost of senior living in Buckhorn Crossroads is $4,268 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Spring Hope, NC with an average of $3,030 per month.

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Buckhorn Crossroads, NC vs. nearby cities

Buckhorn Crossroads, NC
$4,268/mo
$4,142/mo
$3,943/mo

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Buckhorn Crossroads, NC vs. the state and national average

Buckhorn Crossroads, NC
$4,268/mo
U.S. national average
$4,164/mo

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Buckhorn Crossroads vs. other types of senior living

$5,579/mo
Independent Living
$4,268/mo

Median monthly costs of Independent Living in Buckhorn Crossroads, NC by room type

Semi-Private
$4,600/mo
Studio
$4,427/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,721/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,530/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$7,298/mo

Average cost of Independent Living in Buckhorn Crossroads over time

Buckhorn Crossroads, NCNC stateNational

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 Buckhorn Crossroads

Recent reviews for independent living in Buckhorn Crossroads

The Fountains at The Albemarle in Tarboro, NC

4.6
Very happy living at The Fountains at the Albemarle. All residents are very friendly at The Albemarle. Food could improve sometimes. The staff at The Fountains at The Albemarle are very friendly and courteous.

Parkwood Village in Wilson, NC

4.4
From the initial visit to move in, everyone has been genuinely nice and friendly. Everyone is and was very welcoming. The landing is a great place to live. The location is a plus. The only downside in my opinion is that every year the rent goes up, which i don’t like because most people who live ...
Read more

Magnolia Glen in Raleigh, NC

5.0
My family and I have been very pleased with the care our mother and brother got at MG. Our mother was in independent living and our brother was in assisted living. They would both still be there had it not been for the decline of my mother’s cognitive decline. We had to move her to a facility ...
Read more

Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Warm and welcoming residents and staff. Many reviews mention the friendly and welcoming atmosphere at various communities. For example, at Waltonwood Lake Boone, residents and their families praise the kindness and approachability of both the staff and fellow residents, creating a sense of community and belonging.
Wide range of engaging activities. Residents find joy in the diverse offerings of specialized activities at their communities. At Atria Oakridge, the Engage Life Team organizes events like cocktail hours, singers, and orchestras, keeping residents active and socially engaged.
Thoughtfully decorated and maintained living spaces. Residents appreciate the cleanliness and upkeep of their communities, whether it's for the private rooms or common areas. At Stoneridge, the flowers and trees in the courtyard and the warm, sunlit living spaces make for a homely and inviting environment.
Variety of delicious and nutritious dining options. Throughout the reviews, high-quality meals and accommodating dining experiences are highlighted. For instance, at Waltonwood Lake Boone, residents enjoy a range of meal choices and appreciate the accommodations for dietary restrictions and individual preferences.
Access to on-site health care services. Reviews often express gratitude for the convenience of on-site health care services, which provide peace of mind for residents and their families. At Waltonwood - Cary, for instance, residents can take advantage of physical therapy and home health care services, ensuring they receive the care ...
Read more
Communication and support for families. Clear and consistent communication between families and staff is a common theme in the reviews. At Bartlett Reserve, for example, the staff at Bartlett Reserve go above and beyond to keep families informed and involved in their loved ones' care.
AI generated from the text of family reviews

Buckhorn Crossroads independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Buckhorn Crossroads independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Buckhorn Crossroads, 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 Buckhorn Crossroads 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 Buckhorn Crossroads partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Buckhorn Crossroads, NCNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
21.4%
20.6%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
52.4%
34.4%
No sugar
No sugar
47.6%
31%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
54.8%
33.6%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%

Availability of select dining options in Buckhorn Crossroads 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 Buckhorn Crossroads communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Buckhorn Crossroads, NCNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
61.9%
36.7%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
69%
43.7%
Room service
Room service
59.5%
37.2%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
28.6%
17.4%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%

Availability of select programs and activities in Buckhorn Crossroads 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 Buckhorn Crossroads offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Buckhorn Crossroads, NCNational
Activity director
Activity director
64.3%
45.1%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
52.4%
28.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
54.8%
32.9%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
61.9%
48%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
69%
49%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
69%
54.2%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
64.3%
43%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
59.5%
38.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
64.3%
41.6%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
69%
47.3%
Live performances
Live performances
69%
46.9%
Dances
Dances
59.5%
32.7%
Fitness center
Fitness center
64.3%
39.7%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
69%
46.5%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%

Frequently Asked Questions

Gardens at Wakefield, Waltonwood Lake Boone and Preston Pointe are the top-rated independent living facilities near Buckhorn Crossroads, North Carolina. See full list of communities.

There are 48 independent living facilities near Buckhorn Crossroads, North Carolina. See the full list.

The best independent living facilities near you in Buckhorn Crossroads, North Carolina are Gardens at Wakefield, Waltonwood Lake Boone and Atria Oakridge. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.

Photo cta image

More questions?

Ask an A Place for Mom local advisor at no cost.

The information contained on this page is for informational purposes only and is not intended to constitute medical, legal or financial advice or create a professional relationship between A Place for Mom and the reader. Always seek the advice of your health care provider, attorney or financial advisor with respect to any particular matter, and do not act or refrain from acting on the basis of anything you have read on this site. Links to third-party websites are only for the convenience of the reader; A Place for Mom does not endorse the contents of the third-party sites.
Back to top