"Of all the things I've lost, I miss my mind the most." Mark Twain
Renting senior apartments offers the ultimate flexibility. Also, with no home purchase, your savings can be put into other investments, but please check with your financial advisors. Some require a entry deposit and some do not.
It is estimated around 25% of seniors rent. We list upscale rentals as well as affordable. Both are in demand. There are also low income rentals, another category we will have soon.
In the current real estate market you may have sold your home but want to wait and see where the home market is headed, cannot decide where you want to retire, or are not sure of the community. You can rent awhile and try the area or community out.
Senior apartments may offer total independent senior living or have numerous amenities and activities for socializing. They may come with meals, transportation, services in the monthly rent or not. Do thorough investigations just as you would if you were purchasing as amenities and services vary.
Besides senior rental apartment buildings, you may wish to rent someone's home within a retirement community. These are very nice as no one will know you are not an owner and you will be able to enjoy being a part of the community. You can find these short-term or long-term listings in the community newspaper or through a Realtor.
There are also
Short-Term Furnished Rentals
for vacation, seasonal getaways, snowbirds, and "trying out." Also, see this page for a list of items to look for in a lease.
Northeast Region
New York Senior Apartments
The following are several senior apartments by award-winning Wilder Balter Partners who specialize in moderately-priced senior apartments. For more information, click the link below:
Woodcrest in Port Jefferson - 256 units
Brookview Commons in Babylon - 208 affordable units
Stonecrest in Carmel, NY, 136 affordable unitsWoodcrest - Port Jefferson, NY - 256 units
Jacobs Hill/Cortlandt Manor
Stone Hill in Washingtonville - 104 units
Hughson Commons in Carmel - 94 units
Hearthstone in Goshen
Heritage Point in Hyde Park
Wilder Balter Homes
Amberleigh at Williamsville - Buffalo suburb rental retirement - 23 landscaped acres - no entry fees 716-689-4555
Amberleigh
Fleming Point by Holiday Retirement at Greece, NY 5852624090
Montgomery Park at Amherst by Holiday Retirement Corp. 716-688-7880
Holiday Touch
Parkwood Heights Near Rochester - senior apartments
Parkwood Heights
Heritage Village Retirement Campus - Gerry, NY cottages and apartments on a rural 100-acre campus 716-985-6839
Manufactured Housing Rental Community:
Terrace Hill Estates Utica area - Manufactured homes rental community - all age community with an over 55 retirement section - Wooded community by G&I Homes features various manufacturers Terrace Hill Estates by G&I Homes
For Long Island, NY over 55 apartments go here
For more Senior Apartments on Long Island, go here
Connecticut
Heritage Commons - by Bridgestone Realty Corporation - Middletown, 8005721221
Chatfield by Brookdale Senior Living at West Hartford - 11 acres off of interstate 84 - walk to shopping and restaurants.
Brookdale Senior Living has 547 properties in 35 states
Brookdale Living
Massachusetts
River Bay club - Quincy in Boston area -
River Bay Club
New Jersey
Concierge Club - Teaneck - spacious apartments with 9 foot ceilings - also close to attractions of Manhattan. By Brookdale
Lakeside Village Ledgewood - Affordable by Continental Properties 973-584-0004
Woodbridge Hills - Woodbridge Township - Middlesex County - on 21.7 acres - active lifestyle for renters by Continental Properties - 1 and 2 br units - 732-636-5190
Village Court Seniors by Continental in Edison - affordable - 877-421-3863 ext. 81294
Maine
Schoonerestates - Auburn - 24 hr security - 1 and 2-bedrooms.
Schooner Estates
Pennsylvania
Several retirement communities by UPMC Retirement Villages developed by University of Pittsburgh Medical Center. For more information click link below.
Beatty Pointe Village - Monroeville
Lighthouse Pointe at Chapel Harbor - Pittsburgh
Seneca Hills Village at Verona
Strabane Trails Village at Washington
Vanadium Woods Village at Bridgeville
Village at Hampton Fields at Allison Park
UPMC Website
Felician Sisters www.feliciansisters.org - Catholic seniors housing.
Western Region
California
Southern California is fortunate to have Award-winning senior apartment developer, Meta Housing Corp., in their region. Many properties by Meta Corporation are affordable. The website for all the properties listed below is www.metahousing.com or Go here to see the map:
Meta Corporation Sr. Apartment locations
Meta Housing communities for seniors in Southern California:
Dorado Senior Apartments - Buena Park, CA 156 units
Valley Village Sr. Apartments - No. Hollywood - 188 units
Park Plaza Senior Apts - No. Hollywood - 203 units
The Piedmont - No. Hollywood - 198 units
Heritage Park - Duarte - 120 units
Casa Pacifica - Santa Ana - 60 units
Hillside Park Senior Apts. - Hemet - 177 units
Heritage Park - Anaheim - 94 units
Sterling Court - Anaheim - 34 units
Rosewood Parks - Commerce - 94 units (garden style)
Cedar Villas - Ontario
Pacific Villa - Pomona - 132 units
Villa Azusa - Azusa - 147 units - garden style
Jasmine at Founders Village - Fountain Valley - 156 units
Burbank Senior Artists Colony(yes, this is the famous one you have heard about) - Burbank - 141 units
Cortina D'Arroyo Grande Senior Apartments - Arroyo Grande - 108 garden style apartments
San Clemente Senior Apartments - San Clemente
Be sure to look into the above apartments early because they may have waiting lists to get in.
Please go here for more Los Angeles
Oakland
Noble Tower - affordable senior rental apartments by Related - Noble Tower-Related
San Jose
The Atrium in Santa Clara Valley by Brookdale
Village at Willow Glen - Great location and affordable senior housing by Related Village at Willow Glen-Related
Sacramento
Carefree North Natomas Sacramento - By Carefree Senior Living - Gated resort-style community - Also Single-level Villas.Carefree North Natomas
Carefree Broadstone Folsom - Coming soon by Carefree Senior Living. See above link.
San Diego
Village North Senior Garden Apartments - Starts age 62
(also see above list from Meta Housing)
Westminster, CA
Stratford Place - affordable senior apartments in Westminster by Related Related
Fontana
Senior Citizens Housing of Fontana by Pankow
Fountains at Sierra by Related - Affordable Related
Gardens at Sierra - Fontana - by Related - Affordable Senior
Village of Sierra - affordable - Related
San Bernardino Area
Loma Linda Springs Near Loma Linda University - Large apartments with fitness, pool, hot tub. Loma Linda has won awards for being a "healthy" town.
Loma Linda Springs
Bakersfield
Carriage House Estates by Holiday - 1 and 2-bedroom and cottages. Includes 3 meals a day. Guest room available.
Columbus Estates by Holiday
Clovis
Yosemite Gardens - by Holiday Retirement Corp.
Thousand Oaks Senior Apartments
Castle Hill Retirement Village by Holiday
Fresno
Northpointe Village Apartments affordable rental apartments for seniors www.related.com
Fig Garden by Holiday 559-432-6213
Visalia
Walnut Park by Holiday
Hanford
Remington - by Holiday
Santa Rosa
Lodge at Paulin Creek - ten acres off of 101 - heated pool/Jacuzzi, exercise room by Brookdale
Torrance
Pacific Inn - Lush grounds and nearby beaches by Brookdale
Midwest Region
Illinois
The Hallmark - Chicago area - by Brookdale - Views of Lake Michigan and Lake Shore Drive - near world famous restaurants, shopping and museums.
Michigan
Grand Court Novi - Detroit area - Views of Walled Lakes - by Brookdale
Wisconsin
Franciscan Villa South Milwaukee near Lake Michigan - supported by Catholic - www.franciscanvilla.org
Missouri
Grand Court - Kansas City - Quiet wooded area - Near St. Joseph Health Center - shops and restaurants by Brookdale
Franciscan Villa Apartments, Springfield - By Carlson Gardner Inc - developer of affordble senior housing in Missouri - see website for more
Carlson Gardner Senior Housing
Southwest Region
Arizona
Manor at Midvale - Tucson by Holiday
The Madison - Sun City West by Holiday
Thunderbird Retirement Resort - Glendale 602-938-0414
Casa Del Rio - Peoria - Senior rental apartments -623-974-4700
Country Club at La Cholla - Tucson - luxury 1 and 2 bedroom apartment homes. lacholla.us
Country Club at La Cholla
Mesa Royale Senior CommunityGreat location in North Mesa, Arizona--by AIMCO-- Premier active adult community of apartment homes with newly appointed home interiors, upscale amenities, and services.
Photo by Mesa Royale
It is sited on the beautiful Royal Palms Golf Course. Additional amenities include resort-style pool, state-of-the-art fitness center, exercise studio, beauty salon (coming), choice to dine "al fresco" at outdoor dining pavilion, an interactive rose garden and much more.
Studios, one, two, and three-bedroom apartments available. Twelve and six-month leases--check for availability of three-month leases. Your monthly fee includes rent, meals, transportation to shopping centers and activities (please confirm with the community what is included). Phone: 866-321-7789
Mesa Royale Senior Community
Sun Villa Apartments Mesa - Studios start $595 and one bedrooms $795. Some short-term furnished (higher rent rate) for winter residents. Many outstanding amenities and activities.
Sun Villa Apartments
Sun Villa states, "The photo(below)shows our "Ramada" which refers to our courtyard area which has bistro style patio furniture, gas BBQ grill, water feature, and the Ramada itself is the wood pieces that hang over the courtyard to provide partial shade. This comes with a Myst system as well. It is
for all Sun Villa residents and their guests to enjoy."
Photos by Sun Villa Apartments
Nevada
The Willows Las Vegas - Senior apartments by Carefree Senior Living in Summerlin master planned community. Also check for vacation rentals to try out. The Willows
The following are by Destinations Active Adult Apartments - A general overview of their nine over 55 and active adult senior apartment communities in Las Vegas. Please verify all information and prices as it can change daily especially with pricing specials. The website lists current senior apartment availabilities and pricing. There is a big difference in the amenities at each community so check each one from their website. See the link below.
Note: These apartments allow pets upon approval (please verify with the community and the requirements for size vary at each community. They welcome snowbirds and some have short term leases.
Destinations at Spring Valley Highlights: Near "the strip." Resort-like. Studios from $809/also 1 and 2 bedrooms available
Destinations at Alexander This one allows pets upon approval up to 45 lbs. 1 BR's from $789/also 2 BR's available - these communities offer many amenities good for senior lifestyle.
Destinations at Pebble Snowbirds welcome - walkin showers, 9 foot ceilings. Studios from $769/also 1 BR's - near Walmart
Destinations at Pueblo Free shuttle bus - waterfall pool - 1 bedroom from $929.
Destinations at Winterhaven 1 BR from $849/also 2 BR's available
Destinations at Sandhill Gated - short term leasing available - 1 BR's from 884/2 BR's from 924
Destinations at Eastern Here you will find 1, 2 and 3 BR's . 1 BR from $1825
Destinations at Oakey Cable ready, weekly housekeeping included, short term leases available, utilities included except phone - Studios from $1855/also 1 and 2 BR's
Destinations at Valley View Pets under 20 lbs upon approval only - 55+ - Jr 1 BR from $759/also 1 BR's - Deposit $300
For the most accurate and up-to-date information, please personally verify all information from the community.
Destinations Active Adult Apartments
Texas
| This will make you feel better if you are thinking there aren't any good values anymore--check out the outstanding value in a brand new community of spacious senior rental apartment homes in San Antonio: The Alhambra Senior Apartments. |
The Alhambra Senior Apartment Homes San Antonio, Texas - Developed and managed by award-winning NRP Group. 7130 New Laredo Highway - 5 minutes to IH35 and 2.5 miles to South Park Mall, Target and Sams Club. 1 mile to Southwest General Hospital. Gated entry, clubhouse, Fitness center, pool, computer center, picnic area, activities and more.
Large apartments - One bedroom starting at $530/mo and two-bedroom/two baths starting at $637/mo. The Alhambra in San Antonio You can see other communities in other states for over 55 on the NRP Group Website NRP Group
Commons of Grace Also by NRP Group in Houston - Also brand new spacious apartment homes. Immediate moveins available (check with community for availability) On metro busline. 1 and 2 bedroom apartments. 1 bedroom starting at $601/mo and 2-bedrooms/2 baths starting at $707/mo. Commons of Grace in Houston
Independence Village San Antonio - 62+ senior apartments Independence Village for 62+
Conservatory Senior Living Several apartment communities in Texas.Conservatory Senior Living
Colorado
Oakhurst Towers - Denver - views of Rocky Mountains - Spacious 1 and 2 bedroom apartments with garage parking and guest suites. By Brookdale
Villas at the Atrium - Boulder - views of the Rockies by Brookdale
Villas at Canterbury Gardens - Aurora - Near shopping mall. By Brookdale.
Southeast Region
Virginia
Potomac Woods Apartments Woodbridge 703-491-9710
Culpepper Garden Arlington
The Carlin Arlington 703-243-4300 - 2 blocks to Metro
Goodwin House Falls Church 106 New Apartments - Indoor pool/Jacuzzi Views of DC skyline, garage parking.
Westminster at Lake Ridge Lake Ridge
The Oaks of Wellington Manassas Indoor pool, Fitness Center, 62+, utilities included in rent
Marque at Heritage Hunt Gainesville - Luxury apartments - some shorter term leases available - 703-754-7711
Kendrick Court at McNair Farms Herndon VA - Coppermine Road - one and two bedroom apartments for active lifestyle. 703-793-9300
Chester Village Senior Apartments Chester, VA 62+ - Grand Opening Now - 163 1 and 2-bedroom apartments - Walking distance to library, dining, banks and more. Scheduled transportation. Managed by S L Nusbaum Realty
Chester Village
Sinclair Commons Senior living community in Hampton, VA near Langley Airforce Base and Langley Square Shopping. Another community managed by S L Nusbaum Realty. Fitness center, clubhouse, pool, activities, beauty salon, emergency call system, satellite TV and more. Near Virginia Beach and Williamsburg.Sinlair Commons Senior Living in Hampton
The Chamberlin Hampton Roads - Elegant lifestyle - if you like a luxury hotel ambience with every convenience with beach views - Starts around $2000/month for one bedroom - one bedroom with den plans available - was historic hotel transformed to luxury rental residences for seniors - added packages include one for meals, housekeeping, transportation The Chamberlin
Washington, DC-Foggy Bottom
St. Mary's Court Foggy Bottom - non-profit facility for independent senior near Metro, Kennedy Center and GWU Hospital. 24-hour front desk, meal program, rental assistance available St. Mary's Court
Maryland
The Oaks of Four Corners Luxury apartments at affordable rates - Silver Spring - Edgewood Mgmt. 301-681-6632Leafy House - Silver Spring - Edgewood Mgmt.
Fountain Glen at Kentlands 62+
Charter HouseSilver Spring - rooftop terrace - optional dining - 301-495-1600
Aspenwood Senior Living Silver Spring 301-598-6424
Covenant VillageGermantown - 301-941-8040
Laurel Lakes Apartments 1 and 2-BR elevator building 62+ community with planned activities - Senior Life Communities 301-317-0500
Evergreens at Columbia Town Center - Columbia - luxury 1 and 2 bedrooms - Evergreens at Columbia Town Center
Kentlands Manor Gaithersburg for over 62 - outstanding location with stores and restaurants walkable in the heart of upscale Kentlands, a village-styled suburban neighborhood. By The Donaldson Group. Kentlands Manor Apartments
The Oaks at Olde Towne Village Gaithersburg - 62+ senior apartments in Montgomery County suburban area - 9 Chestnut St - 301-519-8290
Hampshire Village by Humphrey Management - 3210 Norbeck Rd, Silver Spring - nice suburban area - see more from Humphrey Management below:
Humphrey Management Specializes in managing senior apartments throughout the DC metropolitan area and other states. Some of their many senior apartments in Maryland are:
Pin Oak Village, Bowie 301-464-6830
Randolph Village 531 Randolph Rd, Silver Spring 301-622-4800
Croydon Manor Croydon Court, Silver Spring
Rollingcrest Commons Hyattsville - 301-559-2225See more of their communities on their website: Humphrey Management
Parkview Apartment Homes for Seniors Bladensburg - affordable apartments by The Shelter Group for today's seniors. The Shelter Group
South Carolina
Garden City Beach Duplex Apartments Garden City Beach Myrtle Beach area - by Jensen Communities - 20 apartments for over 55 inside the Ocean Pines Manufactured Homes Community (see our review of Ocean Pines). Year lease. Beautiful community with lakes, clubhouse, pool. Garden City Beach Duplex Rental Apartments
North Carolina
The Glens at Birkdale Commons Huntersville NC - Yes you can find rental villas. This one for over 55 in North Carolina is located 14 miles from Charlotte. If you have adult children working in the Charlotte area, this is perfect to be near yet out of Charlotte or for anyone wanting easy access to an active urban life nearby.
Can you believe it--a one-bedroom villa plan--so perfect for some. Also have 2-bedroom villas. Private screened porches and driveways, small yards for plants, activity calendar includes lifelong learning classes, exercise classes, cooking demos, and parties are just a few of the activities. Not ready yet, ask about waiting list for future.

More rare but popular--rental villas. Photo by The Glens at Birkdale Commons
| Someday needing additional help--Margaret at The Glens says "the world of the active adult is opening new doors each day that allow clients to stay in their homes and independent longer." |
She says they let residents know that there are agencies available that come into private homes to take care of cooking, cleaning, medication supervision with boxes that open up at scheduled times,etc., if ever became necessary. Wonderful news, Margaret. (Remember all decisions regarding care and assistance must be your own to make after researching your options.) The Glens at Birkdale Commons in Huntersville North Carolina near Charlotte
College Walk Retirement Community - Brevard, NC - Limited number of short-term rental furnished 1-bedroom apartments for seniors also available includes one meal - Moderately priced. Views of Blue Ridge Mountains - elegant living.
College Walk retirement community
Arkansas
Parkway Village by Holiday at Little Rock
Alabama
University Oaks - Mobile - by Holiday 251-661-7733
Merrill Gardens at Northport 78 senior apartments - see website for communities across U.S. www.merrillgardens.com
Tennessee
Parkview Senior Apartments - Knoxville by Holiday
East Tennessee has a website that lists apartments for seniors in 9 counties. www.discoveret.org. The website is a wonderful cooperative effort for seniors.
Discover East Tennessee
Florida
Alderman Oaks - 60 apartments in downtown Sarasota for conveniences of urban living. Active independent living. Near Senior Friendship Center. YMCA.
Alderman Oaks senior living
Villa Franciscan Riviera Beach - 62+ apartment rentals - Palm Beach County - www.home.catholicweb.com
Westwood Retirement Resort - Ft. Walton Beach - 5 minutes to beaches and Gulf by Brookdale.
The Cloisters - DeLand, FLa. Affordable - no entrance fees. 13 acre complex - 24-hour security - clubhouse, pool, villas and garden atrium building. Nearby is Stetson University. Housekeeping included in monthly fee. Also has assisted living available.
The Cloisters
Classic Residence by Hyatt Upscale luxury rental apartments in some of the best locations in the U.S. Several locations in Florida. Lifestyle options. Hyatt Classic Luxury Rental Apartments
By Westminster Retirement communities
Gateway Terrace - Ft. Lauderdale - Tropical 8 acre waterfront community and affordable.
White Sands Manor - Ft. Walton Beach - Unfurnished affordable 1-bedroom apts.
Riverside Presbyterian Apts. - Jacksonville Water views and downtown location for urban lifestyle.
Pensacola Retirement Village - Pensacola - lakefront and nearby downtown
Georgia Belle Apts. - Tallahassee - 12-story - efficiencies and 1 BR - views of Tallahassee
For More Florida go here...
Northwest Region
Washington State
Villas at Union Park at Tacoma - by Brookdale - Scenic views of Mt. Rainer
Oregon
Salem
Fountains at Hidden Lakes - 1 and 2 BR apts and cottages 503-588-2922
Tigard
Summerfield Retirement Estates by Holiday - Meals, guest rooms, houssekeeping, pool, exercise room, walking paths, golf. 503-620-8160
Roseburg
Garden Valley Southwest Oregon since 1984. 2 acres of hillside overlooking valley. Small town living. Area offers fishing.
Portland Senior Apartments
Parkrose Chateau Easy access to City Centre.
Newberg
Astor House at Springbrook Oaks Oregon wine country. Between Portland and the Coast. Newberg Hospital nearby. 5-star master chef - 3 meals. 503-537-2658
Milwaukie
Vineyard Place Quaint neighborhood in park-like setting. Festival of Oregon Bing Cherries. By Holiday.
Medford Senior Apartments
Royal Oake "One of premier retirement communities in the area." By Holiday.
Idaho
Villas at River Place Boise - scenic views of mountains and Loggers Creek River by Brookdale
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