Best Independent Living in Sandy, Utah
9 communities found
MyLivingChoice lists 9 independent living communities in Sandy. Families rate them 4.2 out of 5 on average, across 758 public reviews.
- 9communities
- 4.2average rating, 9 rated
- 758family reviews read
Solstice Senior Living at Sandy
Sandy, Utah
4.8(409)
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Cedarwood at Sandy
Sandy, Utah
4.8(87)
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Escalante at Willow Creek
Sandy, Utah
4.2(46)
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Pemberley Senior Living
Sandy, Utah
4.2(10)
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Victoria Woods- Active Senior Living
Sandy, Utah
4.1(33)
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Alta Ridge Memory Care of Sandy
Sandy, Utah
4.1(74)
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Willowood Apartments
Sandy, Utah
4(14)
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Alta Ridge Assisted Living of Sandy
Sandy, Utah
4(37)
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Creekside Village Apartment Homes
Sandy, Utah
4(48)
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Best-rated independent living in Sandy
Ranked by family rating, weighted by how many families have reviewed each one. No community pays to appear here.
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Solstice Senior Living at Sandy
4.8 (409 reviews)· Assisted Living, Independent Living
Reviewers overwhelmingly describe Solstice Senior Living at Sandy as warm, clean, and staffed by people who know residents by name, with frequent praise for the activities program and dining. A smaller number of reviews…
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4.8 (87 reviews)· Assisted Living, Independent Living, Memory Care
Families describe Cedarwood at Sandy as a warm, well-run community where residents form long-term friendships and staff are consistently praised for compassion and attentiveness. Reviewers highlight strong dining,…
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4.2 (46 reviews)· Assisted Living, Independent Living
Most reviewers describe a caring, home-like community with a devoted staff, but a handful of serious complaints point to instability in management and gaps in care oversight. The community has changed names (from…
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4.2 (10 reviews)· Assisted Living, Independent Living, Memory Care
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Victoria Woods- Active Senior Living
4.1 (33 reviews)· Independent Living
Reviewers describe Victoria Woods as a friendly, clean, and quiet 55+ apartment community with modern finishes and an active social calendar. Most feedback is positive, though one reviewer raised concerns about leasing…
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Alta Ridge Memory Care of Sandy
4.1 (74 reviews)· Assisted Living, Independent Living, Memory Care, Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care
Alta Ridge Memory Care of Sandy draws a mix of enthusiastic praise and serious concern from families. Many reviewers highlight specific caregivers—especially Melanie Bradshaw and Emily—for going above and beyond, while a…
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4 (14 reviews)· Independent Living
Willowood Apartments is a modestly priced independent living community in Sandy, Utah, with a 4 out of 5 rating from 14 Google reviews. Reviewers generally describe it as a friendly, low-income-friendly place for…
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Alta Ridge Assisted Living of Sandy
4 (37 reviews)· Assisted Living, Independent Living, Memory Care, Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care
Reviews for Alta Ridge are sharply divided: many families describe long-term residents (some staying 4-8 years) who felt genuinely cared for, especially praising specific staff members and the activities program, while a…
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Creekside Village Apartment Homes
4 (48 reviews)· Assisted Living, Independent Living
Reviewers describe Creekside Village as a quiet, well-maintained 55+ apartment community where many residents praise specific property managers and maintenance staff by name for being responsive and caring. At the same…
What families say about independent living in Sandy
Counted across the review summaries of 9 Sandy communities: the share whose families mention each theme.
Praised most
- Caring, attentive staff 78%
- Activities and social life 78%
- Cleanliness 56%
- Building and grounds 56%
- Food and dining 44%
Concerns raised
- Cost and billing 67%
- Staff attitude 44%
- Communication with families 44%
- Management 33%
“I love this comfortable independent living facility. The atmosphere is so welcoming.<br>I enjoy visiting there and would highly recommend it to anyone.”
“Residents care about what they have to do. Cedarwood has a wide variety programs and special events. You can always pick and choose and enjoy your friends and neighbors.”
Independent Living in Sandy: the figures
- •Most common amenities: gathering / activity spaces (8), wheelchair accessible (8), social activities (8), housekeeping (7), 24-hour staff (7), emergency call system (7).
Independent Living near Sandy
Cities within about 35 miles with senior living inventory, and how families rate it.
| City | Communities | RatingAverage rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Midvale3.2 mi | 5 | 4.4 / 5 | 3.2 mi |
| Draper4 mi | 8 | 4.7 / 5 | 4 mi |
| South Jordan4.3 mi | 22 | 4.6 / 5 | 4.3 mi |
| Murray5.5 mi | 23 | 4.5 / 5 | 5.5 mi |
| West Jordan5.5 mi | 11 | 4.3 / 5 | 5.5 mi |
| Holladay6.1 mi | 9 | 4.6 / 5 | 6.1 mi |
| Taylorsville7.6 mi | 12 | 4.6 / 5 | 7.6 mi |
| Salt Lake City8.5 mi | 45 | 4.4 / 5 | 8.5 mi |
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About these figures
Computed on October 21, 2026 from the 9 communities listed in Sandy, 758 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.
Reading on this
Guides from MyLivingChoice that families in Sandy ask about.
- Home Care in Utah: 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 Sandy: Common Questions
How many independent living communities are in Sandy, Utah?
MyLivingChoice lists 9 independent living communities in Sandy, Utah, each with photos, care details, and reviews from families.
Which independent living communities in Sandy are rated highest?
Based on combined ratings across Google, Yelp, and MyLivingChoice reviews, top-rated options include Solstice Senior Living at Sandy (4.8★, 409 ratings), Cedarwood at Sandy (4.8★, 87 ratings), Escalante at Willow Creek (4.2★, 46 ratings).
What types of senior care are available in Sandy?
Beyond independent living, Sandy has assisted living (12 communities), memory care (7 communities), skilled nursing / long term care (5 communities), home health (2 communities). Every option is listed with photos, reviews, and contact details.
How do families rate independent living in Sandy?
Families rate Sandy independent living communities 4.2 out of 5 on average, across 758 public Google reviews of local communities.
What do families praise, and complain about, in Sandy independent living communities?
Across the review summaries of 9 Sandy communities, the most common praise is caring, attentive staff (mentioned for 78%), activities and social life (mentioned for 78%), cleanliness (mentioned for 56%). The most common concerns are cost and billing (67%), staff attitude (44%), communication with families (44%).