Best Independent Living in Miami, Florida
10 communities found
Miami offers 10 independent living communities, all residential in setting, with an average rating of 4.8 across 9 rated communities and 668 reviews read. Families researching options here will find a range of ratings from 4.6 to 5.0.
- 10communities
- 4.8average rating, 9 rated
- 668family reviews read
The Palace Suites Independent Living
Miami, Florida
4.9(164)
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The Contemporary
Miami, Florida
4.9(74)
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From $5,750/moMirabelle
Miami, Florida
4.8(197)
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Bay Oaks Historic Retirement Residence
Miami, Florida
5(18)
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The Palace Renaissance & Royale
Miami, Florida
4.7(131)
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Assisted Living of Westchester LLC
Miami, Florida
4.9(15)
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From $4,275/moThe Oasis at Coral Reef
Miami, Florida
4.7(51)
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Maggie's Retirement Home
Miami, Florida
4.8(8)
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Irving Cypen Tower
Miami, Florida
4.6(8)
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FiftyTwoNorth
Miami, Florida
5(2)
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Best-rated independent living in Miami
Ranked by family rating, weighted by how many families have reviewed each one. No community pays to appear here.
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The Palace Suites Independent Living
4.9 (164 reviews)· Independent Living
The Palace Suites offers a hotel-style atmosphere in Kendall/Miami with studio, one-, and two-bedroom apartments and a higher-support Catered Living option.
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4.9 (74 reviews)· Independent Living
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4.8 (197 reviews)· Assisted Living, Independent Living, Memory Care
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Bay Oaks Historic Retirement Residence
5 (18 reviews)· Assisted Living, Independent Living
Bay Oaks is a small, long-established Miami residence with a strong overall Google rating, though detailed reviews were not provided.
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The Palace Renaissance & Royale
4.7 (131 reviews)· Assisted Living, Independent Living
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Assisted Living of Westchester LLC
4.9 (15 reviews)· Assisted Living, Independent Living
Assisted Living of Westchester LLC is a small Miami community holding a 4.9 rating from 15 Google reviewers, with limited amenity or pricing details available.
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4.7 (51 reviews)· Assisted Living, Independent Living, Memory Care
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4.8 (8 reviews)· Assisted Living, Independent Living
Families describe Maggie's Retirement Home as a small, family-run community with warm, attentive caregivers and a home-like, Cuban-influenced atmosphere.
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4.6 (8 reviews)· Independent Living
Irving Cypen Tower holds a 4.6 rating from Google reviewers, though no detailed reviews or amenity information were provided.
What families say about independent living in Miami
Counted across the review summaries of 10 Miami communities: the share whose families mention each theme.
Families raise cost and billing concerns at 70% of communities and communication with families at 60%, while building and upkeep comes up at 30% and management at 10%. On the praise side, caring and attentive staff, food and dining, activities and social life, cleanliness, and management are each noted at 10% of communities.
Praised most
- Caring, attentive staff 10%
- Food and dining 10%
- Activities and social life 10%
- Cleanliness 10%
- Management 10%
Concerns raised
- Cost and billing 70%
- Communication with families 60%
- Building and upkeep 30%
- Management 10%
“Alex and the staff at Oasis have been absolutely incredible and have made this very important decision and transition very easy and enjoyable. Thank you Oasis Team for all that you do to serve your residents.”
“I’ve lived there for nearly 4 years and I love living there more every day. I thank God that I found this wonderful place to live in.”
“BETTER THAN A 5 STAR HOTEL IN PARIS OR NEW YORK! THE ATTENTION TO THE DETAILS ABOUT "YOU" IS WHAT BAY OAKS IS ABOUT. THE STAFF IS STERLING. EACH AND EVERY ONE OF THEM. IT WAS A GREAT PLEASURE STAYING THERE. ALL OF MY NEEDS WERE MET. THANKS SO MUCH.”
Independent Living in Miami: the figures
- •Most common amenities: wheelchair accessible (7), 24-hour staff (7), emergency call system (6), housekeeping (6), gathering / activity spaces (6), social activities (6).
How families pay for independent living in Florida
In Florida, as elsewhere, most families start by paying privately for assisted living, memory care or independent living, often drawing on savings, retirement income and, in many cases, the proceeds from selling a home. Long-term care insurance, when a parent or spouse purchased a policy years earlier, can also help cover these costs, though the specifics of what's covered vary by policy. Veterans and surviving spouses who meet eligibility requirements may qualify for VA Aid and Attendance, a benefit that can be applied toward the cost of care.
The full picture for the state: Independent Living in Florida.
Independent Living near Miami
Cities within about 35 miles with senior living inventory, and how families rate it.
| City | Communities | RatingAverage rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Coral Gables3.2 mi | 10 | 4.8 / 5 | 3.2 mi |
| Doral3.7 mi | 26 | 4.2 / 5 | 3.7 mi |
| Hialeah7.8 mi | 50 | 4.5 / 5 | 7.8 mi |
| Miami Lakes10 mi | 29 | 4.6 / 5 | 10 mi |
| Miami Beach11.4 mi | 6 | 4.6 / 5 | 11.4 mi |
| North Miami13 mi | 11 | 3.8 / 5 | 13 mi |
| Miami Gardens13.2 mi | 12 | 4.5 / 5 | 13.2 mi |
| North Miami Beach14.9 mi | 16 | 4.4 / 5 | 14.9 mi |
All of Florida: Independent Living in Florida. Closer to home? Compare independent living near you, sorted by distance.
About these figures
Computed on October 23, 2026 from the 10 communities listed in Miami, 668 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 Miami ask about.
- Home Care in Florida: Agencies, Medicare Home Health Ratings, and What It Costs
- Complete Independent Living Moving Checklist For Stress-Free Senior Relocation
- How Independent Living Supports An Active Senior Lifestyle
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Independent Living in Miami: Common Questions
How many independent living communities are in Miami, Florida?
MyLivingChoice lists 10 independent living communities in Miami, Florida, each with photos, care details, and reviews from families.
How much does independent living cost in Miami?
Among Miami communities that publish pricing, independent living starts around $4,275/month, with an average published starting rate near $5,013/month. Final costs depend on care needs and apartment choice.
Which independent living communities in Miami are rated highest?
Based on combined ratings across Google, Yelp, and MyLivingChoice reviews, top-rated options include Bay Oaks Historic Retirement Residence (5★, 18 ratings), The Palace Suites Independent Living (4.9★, 164 ratings), The Contemporary (4.9★, 74 ratings).
What types of senior care are available in Miami?
Beyond independent living, Miami has home health (162 communities), assisted living (74 communities), skilled nursing / long term care (27 communities), at-home care (15 communities), memory care (2 communities). Every option is listed with photos, reviews, and contact details.
How do families rate independent living in Miami?
Families rate Miami independent living communities 4.8 out of 5 on average, across 668 public Google reviews of local communities.
What do families praise, and complain about, in Miami independent living communities?
Across the review summaries of 10 Miami communities, the most common praise is caring, attentive staff (mentioned for 10%), food and dining (mentioned for 10%), activities and social life (mentioned for 10%). The most common concerns are cost and billing (70%), communication with families (60%), building and upkeep (30%).
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