Best Assisted Living Facilities in Gaston, SC

Find local assisted living and retirement communities in the Gaston, SC area.

Gaston, South Carolina, where seniors make up 34.3% of the population, offers a caring environment for older adults looking for quality living options. The town features one senior living facility, with a range of 53 additional facilities in the nearby area, providing an array of choices to suit different preferences, from independent and assisted living to memory care and nursing facilities. With the average cost of assisted living at $3,848 per month, Gaston presents a cost-effective option compared to state and national averages. This article will explore the best senior living facilities in Gaston, helping you find the perfect place for your loved one to enjoy their golden years.

53 Communities were found near Gaston, SC
Highlands Senior Living Gaston
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3.5

Highlands Senior Living Gaston

3959 Fish Hatchery Rd, Gaston, SC 29053 (3.4 mi from city center)
Assisted Living Memory Care

Highlands Senior Living Gaston is a senior living facility offering assisted living and memory care services.

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3.5
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Studio - Starting at $2,299 per month
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Twilite Manor
Our Rating:
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4.5

Twilite Manor

2306 Forrest Road, Cayce, SC 29033 (9.5 mi from city center)
Assisted Living Memory Care Residential Care Home

Twilite Manor is an assisted living facility in Cayce, SC, offering a homelike atmosphere with caregivers on-site day and night to help seniors with basic tasks and support them with essentials such as medication reminders.

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4.5
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Social and common areas
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Studio - Starting at $2,300 per month
One Bedroom - Starting at $1,800 per month
Shared Bedroom - Starting at $1,800 per month
Haven at Congaree Pointe 55 Plus Apartments
Our Rating:
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4.5

Haven at Congaree Pointe 55 Plus Apartments

2401 Atlas Road, Columbia, SC 29209 (11.3 mi from city center)
Independent Living Senior Apartments

Haven at Congaree Pointe is an affordable housing community for adults 55 and older, offering modern apartment homes with various amenities.

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4.5
Wi-Fi
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Guest parking
Library
Gardening
Screening room
Social and common areas
One Bedroom - Starting at $805 per month
Two Bedroom - Starting at $946 per month
Caring Hands and Hearts, LLC
Our Rating:
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5

Caring Hands and Hearts, LLC

1905 Sunset Blvd. Suite C RM 13, West Columbia, SC 29169 (11.8 mi from city center)
Home Care Memory Care

Hands and Hearts Home Care provides in-home care services for seniors, including Alzheimer's and dementia care, cancer patient care, and autism care in the Columbia, SC area.

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5
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Colonial Gardens
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5

Colonial Gardens

3565 Sunset Blvd, West Columbia, SC 29169 (11.8 mi from city center)
Assisted Living Memory Care

Colonial Gardens offers assisted living, transitional assisted living, and memory care services in West Columbia, SC.

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5
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Carolina Gardens at West Columbia
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3.5

Carolina Gardens at West Columbia

2705 Leaphart Road, West Columbia, SC 29169 (11.9 mi from city center)
Assisted Living Memory Care

Carolina Gardens at West Columbia is an assisted living facility offering personalized assistance and memory care services.

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3.5
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Jenni-Lynn
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4.5

Jenni-Lynn

915 Hook Ave., West Columbia, SC 29169 (12.3 mi from city center)
Assisted Living Independent Living

Jenni-Lynn Senior Living offers an engaging senior living experience in West Columbia, SC with Independent Living Cottages on Rainbow Row and Assisted Living.

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4.5
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Hands and Hearts Home Care - West Columbia, SC
Our Rating:
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5

Hands and Hearts Home Care - West Columbia, SC

650 Sunset Boulevard, Suite B, West Columbia, SC 29169 (12.5 mi from city center)
Home Care Memory Care

Hands and Hearts Home Care provides industry-leading home care with the highest standards and ethics, offering specialized care for Alzheimer’s, dementia, cancer patients, autism care, and non-medical care.

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5
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Carolina Gardens at Lexington
Our Rating:
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4.5

Carolina Gardens at Lexington

5422 Augusta Road, Lexington, SC 29072 (12.7 mi from city center)
Assisted Living Memory Care

Carolina Gardens at Lexington offers assisted living and memory care services.

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4.5
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Laurel Crest
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4.5

Laurel Crest

100 Joseph Walker Dr, West Columbia, SC 29169 (13 mi from city center)
Assisted Living Independent Living Memory Care Nursing Home

Laurel Crest is a nonprofit Life Plan Community in West Columbia, SC, offering maintenance-free Independent Living, plus access to a full continuum of Long-Term Care.

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4.5
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Library
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Merrill Gardens at Columbia
Our Rating:
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4.5

Merrill Gardens at Columbia

2205 Gregg St, Columbia, SC 29201 (13 mi from city center)
Assisted Living Independent Living

Merrill Gardens at Columbia offers vibrant, connected senior living with independent living and assisted living options in the heart of downtown Columbia.

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4.5
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Wi-Fi
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Concierge services
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Fitness center and classes
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Screening room
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The Village at Southlake
Our Rating:
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5

The Village at Southlake

123 Gibson Rd, Lexington, SC 29072 (13.1 mi from city center)
Independent Living

The Village at Southlake is a premier senior living community offering independent living services in Lexington, SC.

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5
Pool
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Technology center
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Two Bedroom - Request A Quote For Details
Avalon Place
Our Rating:
of 5
2

Avalon Place

1030 Atlas Rd, Columbia, SC 29209 (13.1 mi from city center)
Independent Living Residential Care Home Senior Apartments

Avalon Place is a senior apartment community located in Columbia, South Carolina, offering one- and two-bedroom apartments for seniors aged 55 and above.

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2
Pet-friendly
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One Bedroom - Starting at $676 per month
Two Bedroom - Starting at $798 per month
Home Instead - Columbia, SC
Our Rating:
of 5
4.5

Home Instead - Columbia, SC

3231 Sunset Blvd Suite D, West Columbia, SC 29169 (13.2 mi from city center)
Home Care Memory Care

Home Instead provides in-home senior care services tailored to the specific needs of each senior and their extended caregiving team.

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4.5
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Pines Columbia
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5

Pines Columbia

190 McSwain Dr, West Columbia, SC 29169 (13.3 mi from city center)
Assisted Living

The Pines at Columbia is a unique assisted living community providing residents with an engaging environment to continue to flourish.

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5
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Library
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Studio - Starting at $1,365 per month
Comfort Keepers
Our Rating:
of 5
5

Comfort Keepers

3937 Sunset Boulevard Suite H, West Columbia, SC 29169 (13.3 mi from city center)
Home Care

Comfort Keepers provides in-home senior care services in West Columbia, SC, offering custom care plans, transportation, and companionship to help seniors remain active and independent.

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5
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Oakleaf of Lexington
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5

Oakleaf of Lexington

800 North Lake Drive, Lexington, SC 29072 (14.1 mi from city center)
Assisted Living Memory Care

Oakleaf Village of Lexington is an assisted living and memory care community offering a vibrant and fulfilling lifestyle with a wide array of services and amenities.

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5
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Hamptons Crossing
Our Rating:
of 5
5

Hamptons Crossing

515 Northwood Rd, Lexington, SC 29072 (14.4 mi from city center)
Senior Apartments

Hamptons Crossing is a senior living community for active seniors aged 55+, offering one- and two-bedroom apartments with various amenities.

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Our Rating:
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5
Fitness center and classes
Technology center
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Wellmore of Lexington
Our Rating:
of 5
4.5

Wellmore of Lexington

200 Wellmore Dr, Lexington, SC 29072 (14.5 mi from city center)
Assisted Living Independent Living Memory Care Nursing Home

Wellmore of Lexington offers luxury assisted living, memory care, skilled nursing, and short-term rehab services in a resort-like environment.

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4.5
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Holiday Deepwood Estates
Our Rating:
of 5
5

Holiday Deepwood Estates

203 Old Chapin Road, Lexington, SC 29072 (14.7 mi from city center)
Independent Living

Deepwood Estates by Barclay House is an independent living community providing a vibrant backdrop for seniors with amenities and services tailored to their comfort and happiness.

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5
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Wi-Fi
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Holiday Columbia Pines
Our Rating:
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4.5

Holiday Columbia Pines

1720 Devonshire Drive, Columbia, SC 29204 (14.7 mi from city center)
Home Care Independent Living Senior Apartments

Holiday Columbia Pines is an independent living community in a quiet neighborhood near downtown Columbia, South Carolina.

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4.5
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Pet-friendly
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Library
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Studio - Starting at $2,079 per month
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The Legacy of Lexington
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4.5

The Legacy of Lexington

218 Old Chapin Rd, Lexington, SC 29072 (14.8 mi from city center)
Assisted Living Memory Care

The Legacy of Lexington is a South Carolina-based senior living community with award-winning assisted living services that combine residents' personal freedom with access to more dependent care.

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4.5
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Carolina Gardens at Kathwood
Our Rating:
of 5
2.5

Carolina Gardens at Kathwood

4520 Trenholm Road, Columbia, SC 29206 (15.1 mi from city center)
Assisted Living Memory Care

Carolina Gardens at Kathwood is a retirement community in Columbia, South Carolina, offering assisted living and memory care services.

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2.5
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Wi-Fi
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Library
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Studio - Starting at $3,499 per month
One Bedroom - Starting at $3,499 per month
Shared Bedroom - Request A Quote For Details
Lexington Extended Care
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2.5

Lexington Extended Care

815 Old Cherokee Rd, Lexington, SC 29072 (15.7 mi from city center)
Memory Care Nursing Home

Lexington Medical Center Extended Care provides rehabilitation therapy and long-term care in a rural setting near Lexington, South Carolina.

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2.5
Pet-friendly
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Atria Forest Lake
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5

Atria Forest Lake

4405 Forest Dr, Columbia, SC 29206 (15.7 mi from city center)
Assisted Living Memory Care

Atria Forest Lake is an assisted living and memory care community offering a family-style residential setting with various amenities and services.

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5
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Library
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Gardening
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Studio - Starting at $4,295 per month
One Bedroom - Starting at $6,795 per month

Map of Assisted Living in Gaston

Find the right senior living community by location
  • Highlands Senior Living Gaston
  • Twilite Manor
  • Haven at Congaree Pointe 55 Plus Apartments
  • Caring Hands and Hearts, LLC
  • Colonial Gardens
  • Carolina Gardens at West Columbia
  • Jenni-Lynn
  • Hands and Hearts Home Care - West Columbia, SC
  • Carolina Gardens at Lexington
  • Laurel Crest
  • Merrill Gardens at Columbia
  • The Village at Southlake
  • Avalon Place
  • Home Instead - Columbia, SC
  • Pines Columbia
  • Comfort Keepers
  • Oakleaf of Lexington
  • Hamptons Crossing
  • Wellmore of Lexington
  • Holiday Deepwood Estates
  • Holiday Columbia Pines
  • The Legacy of Lexington
  • Carolina Gardens at Kathwood
  • Lexington Extended Care
  • Atria Forest Lake

Senior Living Statistics for Gaston, South Carolina

Average Senior Living Costs by Housing Type


The most affordable option for senior housing in Gaston, South Carolina is a two-bedroom unit in a nursing home, which costs an average of $2,780 per month. Independent living is another budget-friendly choice, averaging $3,342 per month. For those considering more assistance, assisted living is available at $3,848 monthly. Memory care is priced slightly higher at $3,954 per month. Among the more expensive options, a private room in a nursing home costs $3,746, a semi-private room is $3,137, and a studio is $3,962. The most costly choice is a one-bedroom unit in a nursing home, averaging $5,046 per month. These options provide diverse offerings to accommodate different preferences in Gaston.
Housing Type Average Monthly Cost
Assisted Living $3,848
Memory Care $3,954
Independent Living $3,342
Nursing Home: Private Room $3,746
Nursing Home: Semi-Private Room $3,137
Nursing Home: Studio $3,962
Nursing Home: One Bedroom $5,046
Nursing Home: Two Bedroom $2,780

Average Cost of Assisted Living in Gaston


Assisted living costs a monthly average of $3,848 in Gaston, South Carolina. Costs will vary based on the level of care and community you select, but generally, Gaston is pricier than other nearby options. For instance, assisted living in Summit averages $3,572 per month, while in Perry, it costs $3,034 per month. Despite this, Gaston remains more affordable than the South Carolina state average of $4,087 and much less than the national average of $4,546.
City Average Monthly Cost
Gaston $3,848
Summit $3,572
Perry $3,034

Here is how the average cost of assisted living in Gaston compares to South Carolina and the national average:
Area Average Monthly Cost
Gaston $3,848
South Carolina $4,087
United States $4,546

Senior Living Availability in Gaston


Gaston, South Carolina, is home to 1 of the 333 senior living communities in the state. If you expand your search to cities that surround Gaston, there are 53 facilities to choose from.
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Gaston Senior Demographics


In Gaston, South Carolina, seniors make up approximately 34.3% of the total population of 1,991 as of 2023. Within this senior segment, 16.6% are in their 50s, 11.7% in their 60s, 5.6% in their 70s, and a small 0.4% in their 80s and over. The community tilts slightly towards males with a gender distribution of 54.5% male and 45.5% female. Regarding marital status, 40% of Gaston's residents are married, 19.5% are divorced, 36% have never married, and 4.5% are widowed. Gaston showcases a diverse community, with 71.8% White, 17.7% Black, 2.9% identifying as other, and notable proportions of 7.7% mixed race and 12.5% Hispanic. While there are no identified Asian, Native American, or Pacific populations, the town highlights a mix of racial backgrounds.

Population

Gaston has a population of 1,991.
  • 54.5% Male
  • 45.5% Female

Marital Status

  • 40% Married
  • 19.5% Divorced
  • 36% Never Married
  • 4.5% Widowed

Age

Seniors make up about 34.3% of the population.
  • 16.6% in their 50s
  • 11.7% in their 60s
  • 5.6% in their 70s
  • 0.4% in their 80s

Diversity

  • 71.8% White
  • 17.7% Black
  • 2.9% Identifying as Other
  • 7.7% Mixed Race
  • 12.5% Hispanic

Additional Cities with Assisted Living Near Gaston

Those who want to expand their search for senior living outside of Gaston, South Carolina, have plenty of options at various price points. Prices begin at an average of $3,611 per month in Chapin and can be as high as $3,915 per month in Ridgeway. Some of the other nearby options include Columbia, Lexington, West Columbia, Camden, and Irmo, each offering different communities to explore.

City Average Monthly Cost
City Average Monthly Cost
Columbia $3,844
Lexington $3,669
West Columbia $3,834
Camden $3,797
City Average Monthly Cost
Irmo $3,696
Cayce $3,884
Chapin $3,611
Ridgeway $3,915

Senior Living Ratings Methodology

Our experts spent over 50 hours researching the best communities in each city, focusing on these key factors.

Senior Living Ratings Methodology

Available Care

We value communities that offer more than standard living services, such as memory care and independent living. We think this is beneficial for older adults, as it allows a community to meet your changing needs over time.

Amenities

Amenities can help an assisted living community feel like a luxury resort or a home away from home. Our research focuses on communities that offer extra perks and benefits for seniors to enjoy.

Location

Location can be important. Since many seniors like to have certain comforts nearby, we look at communities close to parks, shopping areas, hospitals, museums, and other practical or entertaining points of interest.

Reviews

We read through dozens of reviews for every single contender and include a summary of our findings. In most cases, we see common themes regarding positive and negative feedback about each community. Just remember not to take individual reviews at face value.

Cost

Assisted living costs vary greatly based on the facility and level of care. We considered communities that are suitable for various budgets and offer solid value. All prices listed are from community websites.