Best Independent Living in Tallahassee, Florida
10 communities found
Tallahassee has 12 independent living communities, most combined with other care types, with an average rating of 4.3 across all 12 rated. Families reading this page drew on 466 reviews covering daily life, staff, and dining.
- 10communities
- 4.3average rating, 10 rated
- 435family reviews read
From $3,395/moMulligan Park Gracious Retirement Living
Tallahassee, Florida
4.7(61)
Independent Living
From $7,100/moAzalea Gardens Assisted Living & Memory Care
Tallahassee, Florida
4.8(24)
Independent Living
Discovery Village Tallahassee
Tallahassee, Florida
4.6(21)
Assisted LivingIndependent Living
Westminster Oaks
Tallahassee, Florida
4.4(73)
Assisted LivingIndependent LivingSkilled Nursing / Long Term Care
Tapestry Senior Living Lakeshore
Tallahassee, Florida
4.4(53)
Assisted LivingIndependent LivingSkilled Nursing / Long Term Care
Canterfield of Tallahassee
Tallahassee, Florida
4.4(31)
Assisted LivingIndependent LivingMemory Care
Woodmont Senior Living
Tallahassee, Florida
4.3(47)
Assisted LivingIndependent LivingSkilled Nursing / Long Term Care
Cherry Laurel - Sky Active Living
Tallahassee, Florida
4.2(82)
Independent Living
Red Hills Village Retirement Resort
Tallahassee, Florida
3.8(12)
Independent Living
Westminster Gardens
Tallahassee, Florida
3.5(31)
Independent Living
Best-rated independent living in Tallahassee
Ranked by family rating, weighted by how many families have reviewed each one. No community pays to appear here.
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Mulligan Park Gracious Retirement Living
4.7 (61 reviews)· Independent Living
Mulligan Park holds a 4.7 rating and emphasizes included transportation, scratch-made dining, and on-site live-in management.
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Azalea Gardens Assisted Living & Memory Care
4.8 (24 reviews)· Independent Living
Azalea Gardens offers independent living, assisted living, and skilled nursing under one roof, rated 4.8 across 24 Google reviews.
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4.6 (21 reviews)· Assisted Living, Independent Living
Discovery Village Tallahassee combines assisted and independent living and holds a 4.6 rating from 21 Google reviews.
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4.4 (73 reviews)· Assisted Living, Independent Living, Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care· 120 units
Westminster Oaks families praise hands-on care, especially rehabilitation and skilled nursing, strong community feel, and wellness programming, naming staff for their compassion.
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Tapestry Senior Living Lakeshore
4.4 (53 reviews)· Assisted Living, Independent Living, Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care
Tapestry Senior Living Lakeshore offers assisted living, independent living, and skilled nursing, holding roughly a 4.5 rating from Google reviews.
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4.4 (31 reviews)· Assisted Living, Independent Living, Memory Care
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4.3 (47 reviews)· Assisted Living, Independent Living, Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care
Woodmont Senior Living families praise warm staff, a clean building, and good food, describing a close, family-like atmosphere, especially during end-of-life care.
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Cherry Laurel - Sky Active Living
4.2 (82 reviews)· Independent Living
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Red Hills Village Retirement Resort
3.8 (12 reviews)· Independent Living
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3.5 (31 reviews)· Independent Living
Westminster Gardens is a HUD-subsidized independent living high-rise in Tallahassee for seniors 62 and older, with rents adjusted based on income. Most reviewers who currently live there praise the affordability,…
What families say about independent living in Tallahassee
Counted across the review summaries of 10 Tallahassee communities: the share whose families mention each theme.
Families most often praise food and dining, mentioned by 58% of the 12 communities, along with caring, attentive staff and activities and social life, each noted by 50%. Concerns center on cost and billing, raised by 67%, and communication with families, cited by 58%.
Praised most
- Food and dining 50%
- Activities and social life 50%
- Caring, attentive staff 40%
- Building and grounds 40%
- Management 20%
Concerns raised
- Cost and billing 70%
- Communication with families 60%
- Building and upkeep 30%
- Staff attitude 10%
“Love the new Grab and Go fridge! Mom had an appointment and wasn't able to make the noon meal or go out so she was able to get a fresh sandwich and some fruit! That makes life so much easier for me. Thank you”
“Allegro is a very great place to live. The community is clean and everyone is happy, friendly, and very welcoming. If you’re looking for an upscale senior living community please tour.”
“Eli Morgan was professional, courteous, and sympathetic. We were impressed by the friendliness of the staff. The facility was clean and exuded a familial atmosphere.”
Independent Living in Tallahassee: the figures
- •Most common amenities: 24-hour staff (10), housekeeping (10), wheelchair accessible (10), gathering / activity spaces (10), social activities (10), private rooms (9).
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.
About these figures
Computed on October 23, 2026 from the 10 communities listed in Tallahassee, 435 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 Tallahassee 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 Tallahassee: Common Questions
How many independent living communities are in Tallahassee, Florida?
MyLivingChoice lists 10 independent living communities in Tallahassee, Florida, each with photos, care details, and reviews from families.
How much does independent living cost in Tallahassee?
Among Tallahassee communities that publish pricing, independent living starts around $3,395/month, with an average published starting rate near $5,248/month. Final costs depend on care needs and apartment choice.
Which independent living communities in Tallahassee are rated highest?
Based on combined ratings across Google, Yelp, and MyLivingChoice reviews, top-rated options include Azalea Gardens Assisted Living & Memory Care (4.8★, 24 ratings), Mulligan Park Gracious Retirement Living (4.7★, 61 ratings), Discovery Village Tallahassee (4.6★, 21 ratings).
What types of senior care are available in Tallahassee?
Beyond independent living, Tallahassee has assisted living (15 communities), skilled nursing / long term care (10 communities), home health (5 communities), memory care (4 communities). Every option is listed with photos, reviews, and contact details.
How do families rate independent living in Tallahassee?
Families rate Tallahassee independent living communities 4.3 out of 5 on average, across 435 public Google reviews of local communities.
What do families praise, and complain about, in Tallahassee independent living communities?
Across the review summaries of 10 Tallahassee communities, the most common praise is food and dining (mentioned for 50%), activities and social life (mentioned for 50%), caring, attentive staff (mentioned for 40%). The most common concerns are cost and billing (70%), communication with families (60%), building and upkeep (30%).
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