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The cost of independent living in Lugoff is about $3,575 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 116 options. Read 1284 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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Photo of Ensor Forest
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
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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.
Photo of Finlay House
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.
Studio and one bedroom apartmentsKitchens with stove and refrigeratorUtilities includedSubsidized apartments availableScheduled transportationEqual Housing OpportunityLocated in the Five Points Community of Columbia
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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
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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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My family and I made the decision to go with Palmetto. We loved that it is small and personnel. My mom seems to enjoy it as well.
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.
Heath Springs Residential Care Center is an assisted living community located in Heath Springs, SC. The small town of Heath Springs is located in Lancaster County and is home to almost 900 people. In Heath Springs, residents can go for relaxing nature walks, enjoy scenic views, go out on group...
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Laurel Crest is more expensive, but they had better care than where my loved one is now. The staff to resident ratio was better here and we got much more personalized care. They pay attention the the...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living, Nursing Homes
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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.
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.
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Photo of Solomons Home
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.
Photo of Community Residential Care
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: 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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My father really enjoyed himself here everyone was very nice and helpful treated us like family would recommend to anyone.
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: 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: 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.
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.
Carriage House Senior Living is an assisted living community in Sumter Carolina easily accessible from Highway 95. We are convenient to neighboring townships from Lakewood to Woodrow. Our assisted living community is located near a major bus line and we provide ample parking for residents and...
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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
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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.
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
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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.
Photo of Shiloh-Randolph Manor
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.
Photo of Laurel Crest
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.

Cost of independent living in Lugoff, SC

The average cost of senior living in Lugoff is $3,575 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Lake Murray of Richland, SC with an average of $3,276 per month.

Independent living costs in Lugoff, SC, vs. nearby cities

Lugoff, SC
$3,575/mo
$3,583/mo
$3,790/mo

Independent living costs in Lugoff, SC, vs. state and national averages

Lugoff, SC
$3,575/mo
U.S. national average
$4,158/mo

Independent living costs in Lugoff, SC, vs. other senior living options

$3,946/mo
Independent Living
$3,575/mo

Independent living costs in Lugoff, SC, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$4,438/mo
Studio
$4,477/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,608/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,308/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$5,100/mo

Senior living costs in Lugoff 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: Lugoff, SC
Column state: South Carolina
Column national: U.S.
Community typeLugoff, SCSouth CarolinaU.S.
Independent Living$3,575/mo$4,125/mo$4,158/mo
Assisted Living$3,903/mo$4,306/mo$4,710/mo
Memory Care$3,946/mo$4,352/mo$4,943/mo
Independent Living
Lugoff, SC:$3,575/mo
South Carolina:$4,125/mo
U.S.:$4,158/mo
Assisted Living
Lugoff, SC:$3,903/mo
South Carolina:$4,306/mo
U.S.:$4,710/mo
Memory Care
Lugoff, SC:$3,946/mo
South Carolina:$4,352/mo
U.S.:$4,943/mo
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Independent living costs in Lugoff, SC, over time

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

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Lugoff 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
Lugoff, SC$2,766/mo$2,618/mo+5.7%
South Carolina$3,123/mo$3,116/mo+0.2%
National$3,265/mo$3,169/mo+3.0%
Lugoff, SC
2024 average cost:$2,766/mo
2023 average cost:$2,618/mo
Percent change:+5.7%
South Carolina
2024 average cost:$3,123/mo
2023 average cost:$3,116/mo
Percent change:+0.2%
National
2024 average cost:$3,265/mo
2023 average cost:$3,169/mo
Percent change:+3.0%
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What families are saying about independent living in Lugoff

Recent reviews for independent living in Lugoff

Brookdale Harbison in Columbia, SC

4.0
My experience with Brookdale is positive. It is much more important than I initially realized to carefully match the capabilities of the prospective resident to the level of care the facility offers.

Pines Columbia in West Columbia, SC

4.5
The staff team at Pines Columbia is friendly and usually available when you need them. Communication of events at facility have improved so that family has an opportunity to schedule and be present.

Springtree Manor Assisted Living in Columbia, SC

4.9
I chose the community due to close to my home and the staff was welcoming. The cost was reasonable for my Dads needs now and in the future along with the cleanness.

Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Personalized care plans for dietary restrictions. Several reviews mention the importance of accommodating dietary needs at their community. For example, at Terrabella Windsor Lake, residents appreciate the variety of menus and the effort put into preparing meals tailored to their individual preferences and restrictions.
Competent and friendly staff. Numerous reviews praise the exceptional care provided by the staff at various communities. Residents and their families at The Village at Southlake express gratitude for the attentiveness and friendliness of the staff members, who consistently go above and beyond to ensure a positive experienc ...
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Engaging and diverse activity programs. Reviews frequently mention the joy and excitement residents derive from the activity offerings at communities. At Lakeview Retirement Community, for instance, residents enjoy a wide range of activities, from crafts to social events, ensuring there's something for everyone.
Thoughtful renovations and updates. Many reviews note the importance of clean, well-maintained environments at their community. At Harmony at Columbia, residents appreciate the recent renovations and updates, which contribute to a comfortable and enjoyable living experience.
Accessible and responsive management. Several residents express their appreciation for the approachability and attentiveness of community management. At Inspire Sandhill, residents and their families are pleased with the management's efforts to handle concerns efficiently and effectively.
Supportive living arrangements for varying care levels. Residents and their families at Terrabella Windsor Lake mention the value of a community that offers assistance for those in need of extra care while still allowing for independence. Staff members are commended for their patience and understanding in accommodating the varying care requirements ...
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Lugoff independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Lugoff independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Lugoff, 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 Lugoff 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 Lugoff 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
16.5%
20.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
30.1%
34.4%
No sugar
No sugar
26.2%
30.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
24.3%
33.5%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
9.7%
10.4%
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Availability of select dining options in Lugoff 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 Lugoff communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
21.4%
36.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
37.9%
43.4%
Room service
Room service
28.2%
36.9%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
9.7%
17.2%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Lugoff 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 Lugoff offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
38.8%
45.1%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
24.3%
28.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
26.2%
33%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
43.7%
47.5%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
36.9%
48.8%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
47.6%
54%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
30.1%
42.9%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
29.1%
38.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
31.1%
41.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
35%
47.1%
Live performances
Live performances
36.9%
46.7%
Dances
Dances
26.2%
33%
Fitness center
Fitness center
13.6%
39.4%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
33%
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Frequently Asked Questions

Fairforest Grove Senior Living, Terrabella Windsor Lake and Vitality Living Columbia are the top-rated independent living facilities near Lugoff, South Carolina. See full list of communities.

There are 116 independent living facilities near Lugoff, South Carolina. See the full list.

The best independent living facilities near you in Lugoff, South Carolina are Fairforest Grove Senior Living and Harbison Shores. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.

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