Best Senior Living in Auburn, New York
12 communities found
MyLivingChoice lists 12 senior living communities in Auburn. Families rate them 3.9 out of 5 on average, across 308 public reviews.
- 12communities
- 3.9average rating, 11 rated
- 308family reviews read
- 0small homes, 10 or fewer
Westminster Manor
Auburn, New York
5(15)
Assisted Living
Faatz-Crofut Home for the Elderly
Auburn, New York
4.8(17)
Assisted Living
Boyle Center Apartments
Auburn, New York
5(5)
Assisted Living
Home Instead
Auburn, New York
4.4(10)
Assisted Living
From $1,685/moEmerald Reserve Auburn | 55 Plus Active Adult Retirement Community
Auburn, New York
4.1(39)
Independent Living
Finger Lakes Center For Living
Auburn, New York
3.9(12)
Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care
Unity House: 62 South
Auburn, New York
3(2)
Assisted Living
Stryker Homes
Auburn, New York
3.7(7)
Assisted LivingIndependent Living
Northbrook Heights
Auburn, New York
3.5(20)
Assisted Living
The Commons on St. Anthony
Auburn, New York
3.6(112)
Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care
Mercy Apartments
Auburn, New York
2.8(8)
Assisted LivingIndependent Living
Auburn Rehabilitation and Nursing Center
Auburn, New York
2.6(61)
Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care
Best-rated senior living in Auburn
Ranked by family rating, weighted by how many families have reviewed each one. No community pays to appear here.
- 1
5 (15 reviews)· Assisted Living· 37 units
Families describe Westminster Manor as a small, close-knit assisted living community in Auburn, NY, where reviewers consistently praise the personal attention, quality of meals, and hands-on management. Nearly all…
- 2
Faatz-Crofut Home for the Elderly
4.8 (17 reviews)· Assisted Living· 53 units
Families describe Faatz-Crofut Home for the Elderly as a warm, home-like assisted living community in a converted mansion, praising its long-tenured staff and active holiday and social calendar. Reviewers highlight the…
- 3
5 (5 reviews)· Assisted Living
With only a couple of reviews available, residents describe Boyle Center Apartments as a warm, activity-filled community where they feel at home. Reviewers highlight the sense of togetherness and steady schedule of…
- 4
4.4 (10 reviews)· Assisted Living
Home Instead in Auburn is rated 4.3 out of 5 from a small pool of Google reviews, with families largely praising the in-home care support it provided as loved ones' needs evolved over time. One family described a…
- 5
Emerald Reserve Auburn | 55 Plus Active Adult Retirement Community
4.1 (39 reviews)· Independent Living
Reviewers generally praise this 55-plus independent living community for its lively activity calendar, friendly on-site staff, and clean, well-kept apartments, with several singling out the property manager Sue for her…
- 6
Finger Lakes Center For Living
3.9 (12 reviews)· Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care· 80 units
Reviewers mostly describe Finger Lakes Center for Living as a caring, clean facility with good food and staff who go the extra mile for residents in rehab or long-term care. However, one reviewer raised a serious…
- 7
3.7 (7 reviews)· Assisted Living, Independent Living
Families of residents at Stryker Homes often praise the cozy apartments and the sense of community, but two separate reviewers raised serious concerns about cleanliness, safety, and how maintenance issues were handled by…
- 8
3.5 (20 reviews)· Assisted Living· 178 units
Families describe Northbrook Heights as a caring assisted living community where staff go out of their way to support residents with dementia and other special needs. Reviewers highlight attentive communication during…
- 9
3.6 (112 reviews)· Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care· 297 units
- 10
2.8 (8 reviews)· Assisted Living, Independent Living
Mercy Apartments is a HUD-subsidized independent living community in Auburn, NY, managed by a nonprofit called Christopher Community, Inc. Reviews are mixed but lean negative, with multiple residents describing…
What families say about senior living in Auburn
Counted across the review summaries of 12 Auburn communities: the share whose families mention each theme.
Praised most
- Caring, attentive staff 58%
- Building and grounds 50%
- Activities and social life 33%
- Safety and security 33%
- Food and dining 25%
Concerns raised
- Communication with families 58%
- Cost and billing 58%
- Building and upkeep 25%
- Staff attitude 17%
“Finding a place for your loved one is always difficult. The home has been a great place. They do a great job with activities, decorate beautifully for every holiday, and have many activities and outings. Thank you for all you do.”
“Westminster Manor is the best place to spend your aging years. It is small, family-like, warm and friendly, no cooking, good meals, lots of activities, supervised meds and appointments, caring and loving.”
Senior Living in Auburn: the figures
- •Of the 6 with a known size, 0 have ten residents or fewer, 2 have 11 to 60, and 4 have more than 60.
- •3 nursing homes carry a Medicare star rating, averaging 2 out of 5: 0 rated four stars or better, 1 rated one star.
- •Most common amenities: 24-hour staff (10), wheelchair accessible (10), emergency call system (9), housekeeping (9), gathering / activity spaces (9), medication management (7).
Senior Living near Auburn
Cities within about 35 miles with senior living inventory, and how families rate it.
| City | Communities | RatingAverage rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Syracuse21.7 mi | 21 | 3.7 / 5 | 21.7 mi |
| Liverpool22.8 mi | 6 | 4 / 5 | 22.8 mi |
| Cortland30.2 mi | 5 | 4.3 / 5 | 30.2 mi |
| Ithaca33 mi | 10 | 4.1 / 5 | 33 mi |
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About these figures
Computed on October 23, 2026 from the 12 communities listed in Auburn, 308 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 Auburn ask about.
- Home Care in New York: 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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Senior Living in Auburn: Common Questions
How many senior living communities are in Auburn, New York?
MyLivingChoice lists 12 senior living communities in Auburn, New York, each with photos, care details, and reviews from families.
Which senior living communities in Auburn are rated highest?
Based on combined ratings across Google, Yelp, and MyLivingChoice reviews, top-rated options include Westminster Manor (5★, 15 ratings), Boyle Center Apartments (5★, 5 ratings), Faatz-Crofut Home for the Elderly (4.8★, 17 ratings).
What types of senior care are available in Auburn?
Beyond senior living, Auburn has assisted living (8 communities), independent living (3 communities), skilled nursing / long term care (3 communities). Every option is listed with photos, reviews, and contact details.
How do families rate senior living in Auburn?
Families rate Auburn senior living communities 3.9 out of 5 on average, across 308 public Google reviews of local communities.
What do families praise, and complain about, in Auburn senior living communities?
Across the review summaries of 12 Auburn communities, the most common praise is caring, attentive staff (mentioned for 58%), building and grounds (mentioned for 50%), activities and social life (mentioned for 33%). The most common concerns are communication with families (58%), cost and billing (58%), building and upkeep (25%).
Are there small senior living homes in Auburn?
Of the 6 Auburn communities with a known size, 0 have ten residents or fewer, 2 have 11 to 60, and 4 have more than 60. Small licensed homes are listed here alongside large communities, which most directories skip.
How do Auburn nursing homes score on Medicare's star ratings?
3 Medicare-certified nursing homes in Auburn carry an overall star rating, averaging 2 out of 5. 0 are rated four stars or better and 1 is rated one star. Each listing shows its rating and three years of inspection history from CMS Care Compare.