Best Senior Living in Knoxville, Tennessee
45 communities found
Knoxville lists 70 senior living options, 45 residential communities and 25 agencies, with an average rating of 4.4 across 65 rated communities and 2,913 reviews read. Published pricing is limited, with just 2 listings showing a median of $2,671.50 a month. Medicare data covers 13 communities, averaging 3.2 stars, with 3 five-star and 2 one-star performers.
- 70options listed
- 4.4average rating, 65 rated
- 2,913family reviews read
- 2operator-verified
- 0small homes, 10 or fewer
Windsor Ridge
Knoxville, Tennessee
4.9(123)
Assisted Living
The Pointe at Lifespring Senior Living
Knoxville, Tennessee
4.9(64)
Assisted LivingIndependent LivingMemory Care
Prime West Knoxville
Knoxville, Tennessee
4.9(60)
Independent Living
From $2,495/moPark Place of West Knoxville
Knoxville, Tennessee
4.8(88)
Independent Living
Arbor Terrace Knoxville
Knoxville, Tennessee
4.8(81)
Assisted LivingIndependent Living
The Lantern at Morning Pointe Alzheimer's Center of Excellence, Knoxville
Knoxville, Tennessee
5(19)
Assisted LivingIndependent LivingMemory Care
The Lantern at Morning Pointe Alzheimer's Center of Excellence, Hardin Valley
Knoxville, Tennessee
5(18)
Assisted LivingIndependent LivingMemory Care
Parkview Senior Living - North Knoxville
Knoxville, Tennessee
4.9(25)
Independent Living
Emory Mills Senior Living
Knoxville, Tennessee
5(14)
Assisted LivingIndependent Living
Morning Pointe of Knoxville
Knoxville, Tennessee
4.7(56)
Assisted LivingIndependent Living
From $2,550/moPark Place of Fountain City Senior Living
Knoxville, Tennessee
4.7(55)
Independent Living
Pinnacle Assisted Living
Knoxville, Tennessee
4.7(26)
Assisted Living
Best-rated senior living in Knoxville
Ranked by family rating, weighted by how many families have reviewed each one. No community pays to appear here.
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4.9 (123 reviews)· Assisted Living
Windsor Ridge is a warm, attentive assisted living community where families praise named staff for caregiving quality and move-in help, plus on-site therapy services.
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The Pointe at Lifespring Senior Living
4.9 (64 reviews)· Assisted Living, Independent Living, Memory Care
The Pointe at Lifespring offers assisted living and memory care with structured dining, activities, and a wellness focus, though detailed reviews are limited.
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4.9 (60 reviews)· Independent Living
Prime West Knoxville is an independent living community for adults 55 and older offering daily meal service, concierge support, and transportation.
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Park Place of West KnoxvilleVerified
4.8 (88 reviews)· Independent Living
Park Place of West Knoxville is a welcoming community where named staff are praised for patience and communication, and residents form friendships and stay active.
- 5
4.8 (81 reviews)· Assisted Living, Independent Living
Arbor Terrace Knoxville is an assisted and independent living community holding a 4.8 rating from 76 Google reviewers.
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The Lantern at Morning Pointe Alzheimer's Center of Excellence, Knoxville
5 (19 reviews)· Assisted Living, Independent Living, Memory Care
The Lantern at Morning Pointe, Knoxville is a dedicated memory care community in West Knoxville holding a 5-star Google rating from 17 reviews.
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The Lantern at Morning Pointe Alzheimer's Center of Excellence, Hardin Valley
5 (18 reviews)· Assisted Living, Independent Living, Memory Care
The Lantern at Morning Pointe, Hardin Valley is a memory care campus with two care neighborhoods, licensed nursing oversight, and a secured environment.
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Parkview Senior Living - North Knoxville
4.9 (25 reviews)· Independent Living
Parkview Senior Living, North Knoxville is an independent living community that families rate very highly on Google.
- 9
5 (14 reviews)· Assisted Living, Independent Living
Emory Mills Senior Living is an assisted and independent living community holding a 5 out of 5 rating from 13 Google reviews.
- 10
4.7 (56 reviews)· Assisted Living, Independent Living
What families say about senior living in Knoxville
Counted across the review summaries of 59 Knoxville communities: the share whose families mention each theme.
Families most often praise caring, attentive staff, cited by 53% of 59 communities, along with activities and social life (34%) and medical and nursing care (31%). Food and dining and memory care each come up in 24% of communities. On the concern side, cost and billing is mentioned by 66%, communication with families by 58%, and building upkeep and staff attitude by 24% and 17% respectively.
Praised most
- Caring, attentive staff 53%
- Activities and social life 34%
- Medical and nursing care 31%
- Food and dining 24%
- Memory care 24%
Concerns raised
- Cost and billing 66%
- Communication with families 58%
- Building and upkeep 24%
- Staff attitude 17%
“We have referred loved ones to Arbor Terrace and they are wonderful to their residents and staff. We LOVE Tina! She is amazing and helpful for all of your questions regarding AL/MC options.”
“I have been doing happy hours there with the residence for close to a year now. The staff is always friendly and helpful to the residence and Holly is the best.!”
“Fantastic staff: courteous and kind. Kindred spirit caregiving is found here. Terrific memory care activities for residents!”
Senior Living in Knoxville: the figures
- •Of the 15 with a known size, 0 have ten residents or fewer, 3 have 11 to 60, and 12 have more than 60.
- •13 nursing homes carry a Medicare star rating, averaging 3.2 out of 5: 5 rated four stars or better, 2 rated one star.
- •Most common amenities: 24-hour staff (45), housekeeping (44), gathering / activity spaces (44), wheelchair accessible (42), social activities (42), emergency call system (41).
How families pay for senior living in Tennessee
Most families in Tennessee cover the cost of assisted living, memory care and independent living out of pocket, at least at first. This usually means drawing on savings, retirement income and pensions, along with proceeds from selling a home. Long-term care insurance, when a family member holds a policy, can also be applied toward these costs, though the amount and conditions of coverage vary by policy. It's worth reviewing any policy closely before assuming what it will pay for, since some cover only certain levels of care or require a waiting period before benefits begin.
The full picture for the state: Senior Living in Tennessee.
Senior Living near Knoxville
Cities within about 35 miles with senior living inventory, and how families rate it.
| City | Communities | RatingAverage rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oak Ridge14.1 mi | 7 | 4.2 / 5 | 14.1 mi |
| Maryville14.7 mi | 24 | 4.4 / 5 | 14.7 mi |
| Jefferson City33 mi | 5 | 4.1 / 5 | 33 mi |
All of Tennessee: Senior Living in Tennessee. Closer to home? Compare senior living near you, sorted by distance.
About these figures
Computed on October 10, 2026 from the 70 communities listed in Knoxville, 2,913 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 Knoxville ask about.
- Home Care in Tennessee: 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 Knoxville: Common Questions
How many senior living communities are in Knoxville, Tennessee?
MyLivingChoice lists 70 senior living communities in Knoxville, Tennessee, each with photos, care details, and reviews from families.
How much does senior living cost in Knoxville?
Among Knoxville communities that publish pricing, senior living starts around $2,495/month, with an average published starting rate near $2,523/month. Final costs depend on care needs and apartment choice.
Which senior living communities in Knoxville are rated highest?
Based on combined ratings across Google, Yelp, and MyLivingChoice reviews, top-rated options include University of TN Medical Center Home Health Services (5★, 126 ratings), The Lantern at Morning Pointe Alzheimer's Center of Excellence, Knoxville (5★, 19 ratings), The Lantern at Morning Pointe Alzheimer's Center of Excellence, Hardin Valley (5★, 18 ratings).
What types of senior care are available in Knoxville?
Beyond senior living, Knoxville has assisted living (25 communities), independent living (22 communities), skilled nursing / long term care (18 communities), at-home care (14 communities), home health (11 communities). Every option is listed with photos, reviews, and contact details.
How do families rate senior living in Knoxville?
Families rate Knoxville senior living communities 4.4 out of 5 on average, across 2,913 public Google reviews of local communities.
What do families praise, and complain about, in Knoxville senior living communities?
Across the review summaries of 59 Knoxville communities, the most common praise is caring, attentive staff (mentioned for 53%), activities and social life (mentioned for 34%), medical and nursing care (mentioned for 31%). The most common concerns are cost and billing (66%), communication with families (58%), building and upkeep (24%).
Are there small senior living homes in Knoxville?
Of the 15 Knoxville communities with a known size, 0 have ten residents or fewer, 3 have 11 to 60, and 12 have more than 60. Small licensed homes are listed here alongside large communities, which most directories skip.
How do Knoxville nursing homes score on Medicare's star ratings?
13 Medicare-certified nursing homes in Knoxville carry an overall star rating, averaging 3.2 out of 5. 5 are rated four stars or better and 2 are rated one star. Each listing shows its rating and three years of inspection history from CMS Care Compare.
Prefer to stay home?
Home care agencies serving Knoxville bring help to the house: daily living, companionship, and respite for family caregivers.
