Best Assisted Living in Charlottesville, Virginia
13 communities found
Charlottesville has 12 assisted living communities, all residential in style, with an average rating of 4 out of 5 across 11 rated communities. Families researching these options read through 604 reviews covering daily life, staffing, and cost.
- 13communities
- 4.1average rating, 12 rated
- 687family reviews read
From $5,800/moPartnerThe Colonnades
Charlottesville, Virginia
4.5(83)
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From $3,800/moThe Estates at Charlottesville
Charlottesville, Virginia
4.8(66)
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Martha Jefferson House
Charlottesville, Virginia
4.7(35)
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RoseWood Village Greenbrier
Charlottesville, Virginia
4.6(72)
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The Barclay at Charlottesville
Charlottesville, Virginia
4.5(113)
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The Blake at Charlottesville
Charlottesville, Virginia
4.5(105)
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The Heritage Inn Assisted Living And Memory Care
Charlottesville, Virginia
4.5(56)
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RoseWood Village Hollymead
Charlottesville, Virginia
4.3(55)
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Linden House Assisted Living and Memory Care at Branchlands
Charlottesville, Virginia
4(22)
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Commonwealth Senior Living at Charlottesville
Charlottesville, Virginia
4(63)
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Monticello Ridge Crossing Fac
Charlottesville, Virginia
1(2)
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Riverdale by American Retirement Homes
Charlottesville, Virginia
2(4)
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Best-rated assisted living in Charlottesville
Ranked by family rating, weighted by how many families have reviewed each one. No community pays to appear here.
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The Estates at Charlottesville
4.8 (66 reviews)· Assisted Living, Memory Care
Families describe a warm, attentive assisted living and memory care community with a highly engaged, responsive staff and smooth transitions into memory care.
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4.7 (35 reviews)· Assisted Living
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4.6 (72 reviews)· Assisted Living, Memory Care
RoseWood Village Greenbrier holds a strong 4.7-out-of-5 rating from 71 Google reviews, though no specific review comments were provided.
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The Barclay at Charlottesville
4.5 (113 reviews)· Assisted Living, Independent Living
The Barclay at Charlottesville offers assisted living and independent living with a 4.5-star average across 114 Google reviews, though no detailed comments were available.
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4.5 (105 reviews)· Assisted Living, Memory Care
The Blake at Charlottesville holds a 4.5 out of 5 rating from 106 Google reviews, though no individual review comments were provided.
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4.5 (83 reviews)· Assisted Living, Independent Living, Memory Care, Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care· 34 units
Families and long-term residents describe The Colonnades as a warm, clean community with attentive nursing and therapy staff. Reviewers praise the friendly, accomplished residents, the variety of activities, and good…
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The Heritage Inn Assisted Living And Memory Care
4.5 (56 reviews)· Assisted Living, Memory Care
Reviews are mixed, describing a warm, home-like community with caring, longtime staff, though one detailed report raises concerns about neglect and cleanliness.
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4.3 (55 reviews)· Assisted Living, Memory Care
Reviews are mixed, with families praising compassionate, dignified memory care and strong communication, while others describe inconsistent day-to-day care.
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Linden House Assisted Living and Memory Care at Branchlands
4 (22 reviews)· Assisted Living, Memory Care
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Commonwealth Senior Living at Charlottesville
4 (63 reviews)· Assisted Living, Independent Living
Commonwealth Senior Living at Charlottesville has a solid overall rating from a good number of Google reviewers, though detailed review comments were limited.
What families say about assisted living in Charlottesville
Counted across the review summaries of 13 Charlottesville communities: the share whose families mention each theme.
Families most often praise caring, attentive staff, noted at 50% of the 12 communities, and activities and social life, mentioned at 33%. At the same time, communication with families and cost and billing each came up as concerns at 67% of communities, suggesting these are worth asking about directly during a visit.
Praised most
- Caring, attentive staff 54%
- Activities and social life 38%
- Medical and nursing care 31%
- Management 23%
- Warm, home-like feel 23%
Concerns raised
- Communication with families 62%
- Cost and billing 62%
- Staff attitude 15%
- Cleanliness 15%
“They listened carefully, explained everything clearly, and solved my problem without turning it into a three-season television drama. Highly recommended.”
“We are so far pleased and excited. Not even moved in yet, we have received lots of calls that the apt is ready and thankfully, they offer auto draft. The sales girls made our family feel special and we are excited see our Dad do things with the people he's met so far.”
“The Estates at Charlottesville is a wonderful place—staff universally kind and capable. At 75 with diminished mobility and ever increasing medical challenges, the place I choose is more important than ever. This IS the place for me. Thank you!”
Assisted Living in Charlottesville: the figures
- •Most common amenities: social activities (13), wheelchair accessible (13), 24-hour staff (13), housekeeping (13), medication management (13), emergency call system (13).
How families pay for assisted living in Virginia
Most families in Virginia start by looking at what they already have: savings, retirement income, and often the proceeds from selling a house. Long-term care insurance, when a parent purchased a policy years ago, can also help cover the monthly cost of assisted living, memory care, or independent living. It's worth reading the policy closely, since some only pay after a waiting period or require a certain level of care need before benefits kick in.
The full picture for the state: Assisted Living in Virginia.
Assisted Living near Charlottesville
Cities within about 35 miles with senior living inventory, and how families rate it.
| City | Communities | RatingAverage rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fishersville27.6 mi | 5 | 4 / 5 | 27.6 mi |
| Staunton32.2 mi | 9 | 4.3 / 5 | 32.2 mi |
| Harrisonburg32.9 mi | 20 | 4.1 / 5 | 32.9 mi |
All of Virginia: Assisted Living in Virginia. Closer to home? Compare assisted living near you, sorted by distance.
About these figures
Computed on October 23, 2026 from the 13 communities listed in Charlottesville, 687 public family reviews on Google, Yelp and MyLivingChoice, state licensing records and, for nursing homes, CMS Care Compare. The best-rated list ranks communities by average family rating weighted by how many families have reviewed each one, so a 4.9 from three reviews does not outrank a 4.7 from two hundred. No community pays to appear in the best-rated list or in these figures; sponsored and partner listings in the directory results are marked as such. Figures refresh as listings and reviews change; the written summary was last revised September 25, 2026.
Reading on this
Guides from MyLivingChoice that families in Charlottesville ask about.
- Home Care in Virginia: Agencies, Medicare Home Health Ratings, and What It Costs
- Nursing Home vs. Assisted Living: Which Level of Care Does Your Loved One Actually Need?
- Signs It Is Time to Move From Home Care to Assisted Living
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Assisted Living in Charlottesville: Common Questions
How many assisted living communities are in Charlottesville, Virginia?
MyLivingChoice lists 13 assisted living communities in Charlottesville, Virginia, each with photos, care details, and reviews from families.
How much does assisted living cost in Charlottesville?
Among Charlottesville communities that publish pricing, assisted living starts around $3,800/month, with an average published starting rate near $4,800/month. Final costs depend on care needs and apartment choice.
Which assisted living communities in Charlottesville are rated highest?
Based on combined ratings across Google, Yelp, and MyLivingChoice reviews, top-rated options include The Estates at Charlottesville (4.8★, 66 ratings), Martha Jefferson House (4.7★, 35 ratings), RoseWood Village Greenbrier (4.6★, 72 ratings).
What types of senior care are available in Charlottesville?
Beyond assisted living, Charlottesville has memory care (8 communities), skilled nursing / long term care (8 communities), independent living (7 communities), home health (3 communities). Every option is listed with photos, reviews, and contact details.
How do families rate assisted living in Charlottesville?
Families rate Charlottesville assisted living communities 4.1 out of 5 on average, across 687 public Google reviews of local communities.
What do families praise, and complain about, in Charlottesville assisted living communities?
Across the review summaries of 13 Charlottesville communities, the most common praise is caring, attentive staff (mentioned for 54%), activities and social life (mentioned for 38%), medical and nursing care (mentioned for 31%). The most common concerns are communication with families (62%), cost and billing (62%), staff attitude (15%).
Prefer to stay home?
Home care agencies serving Charlottesville bring help to the house: daily living, companionship, and respite for family caregivers.
