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Senior Care in Asheville, North Carolina

Every licensed senior community in the Asheville, NC area — evaluated with real federal inspection data, staffing records, and transparent pricing, then ranked by our objective Scout Score. A local advisor can help you compare and tour, free.

30
Communities evaluated
13
Cities covered
9
5-star rated
3
Avg CMS rating

Cost of senior care in Asheville

Local Asheville-area estimates: published state survey medians adjusted for Asheville prices. Your advisor will find options that match your budget.

Assisted Living
$6,500/mo median
typical range $5,200–$8,130
Memory Care
$7,280/mo median
typical range $5,820–$9,100
Skilled Nursing
$9,570/mo median
typical range $8,570–$11,120
Continuing Care (CCRC / Life Plan)
$6,500/mo median
typical range $3,270–$8,010
Residential Care Home
$5,850/mo median
typical range $4,680–$7,310

2024–2026 published survey medians medians, adjusted to Asheville using federal (BEA) regional price data. Methodology

The best time to decide is before a crisis decides for you

Most families start this search after a fall, a hospital stay, or a caregiver reaching a breaking point — and end up choosing from whatever has a bed open that week. Families who plan even a few weeks ahead get to choose on quality, fit, and price instead of availability alone.

  • Move-ins take time: assessments, paperwork, and preparation typically run 2–6 weeks in Asheville.
  • The best communities fill first: top-rated communities often run a waitlist — touring early holds your place in line.
  • Touring costs nothing and commits you to nothing — but it turns a future emergency into a calm, informed choice.

All 30 communities in Asheville, ranked

Ranked by Haven Scout Score — our composite of CMS ratings, staffing, and safety.

Carolina Village INC in Hendersonville
1

Hendersonville, NC · 58 beds

5.0CMS rating
Skilled NursingContinuing Care (CCRC / Life Plan)Moderate availability

One of Hendersonville's top-rated skilled nursing communities.

Est. $8,570$11,120/mo
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Black Mountain Neuro-Medical Treatment Center in Black Mountain
2

Black Mountain, NC · 163 beds

5.0CMS rating
Skilled NursingUsually has openings

One of Black Mountain's top-rated skilled nursing communities.

Est. $8,570$11,120/mo
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Deerfield Episcopal Retirement in Asheville
3

Asheville, NC · 62 beds

5.0CMS rating
Skilled NursingContinuing Care (CCRC / Life Plan)Very limited availability

One of Asheville's top-rated skilled nursing communities.

Est. $8,570$11,120/mo
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Skilled Nursing
4

Black Mountain, NC · 60 beds

5.0CMS rating
Skilled NursingContinuing Care (CCRC / Life Plan)Fills quickly

One of Black Mountain's top-rated skilled nursing communities.

Est. $8,570$11,120/mo
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Aston Park Health Care Center in Asheville
5

Asheville, NC · 120 beds

5.0CMS rating
Skilled NursingFills quickly

One of Asheville's top-rated skilled nursing communities.

Est. $8,570$11,120/mo
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The Lodge at Mills River in Mills River
6

Mills River, NC · 50 beds

5.0CMS rating
Skilled NursingFills quickly

One of Mills River's top-rated skilled nursing communities.

Est. $8,570$11,120/mo
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Skilled Nursing
7

Asheville, NC · 70 beds

5.0CMS rating
Skilled NursingContinuing Care (CCRC / Life Plan)Moderate availability

One of Asheville's top-rated skilled nursing communities.

Est. $8,570$11,120/mo
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The Laurels of Greentree Ridge in Asheville
8

Asheville, NC · 90 beds

5.0CMS rating
Skilled NursingVery limited availability

One of Asheville's top-rated skilled nursing communities.

Est. $8,570$11,120/mo
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Hendersonville Health and Rehabilitation in Flat Rock
9

Flat Rock, NC · 130 beds

5.0CMS rating
Skilled NursingModerate availability

One of Flat Rock's top-rated skilled nursing communities.

Est. $8,570$11,120/mo
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The Greens at Weaverville in Weaverville
10

Weaverville, NC · 122 beds

4.0CMS rating
Skilled NursingModerate availability

A highly rated skilled nursing and rehab community in Weaverville.

Est. $8,570$11,120/mo
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Swannanoa Valley Health and Rehabilitation in Swannanoa
11

Swannanoa, NC · 106 beds

4.0CMS rating
Skilled NursingVery limited availability

A highly rated skilled nursing and rehab community in Swannanoa.

Est. $8,570$11,120/mo
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The Laurels of Hendersonville in Hendersonville
12

Hendersonville, NC · 100 beds

3.0CMS rating
Skilled NursingFills quickly

A solid, federally rated skilled nursing option in Hendersonville.

Est. $8,570$11,120/mo
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The Laurels of Summit Ridge in Asheville
13

Asheville, NC · 68 beds

3.0CMS rating
Skilled NursingFills quickly

A solid, federally rated skilled nursing option in Asheville.

Est. $8,570$11,120/mo
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Nc State Veterans Home - Black Mountain in Black Mountain
14

Black Mountain, NC · 100 beds

2.0CMS rating
Skilled NursingModerate availability

A below-average federal rating — worth a careful look in Black Mountain.

Est. $8,570$11,120/mo
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The Greens at Hendersonville in Hendersonville
15

Hendersonville, NC · 120 beds

3.0CMS rating
Skilled NursingFills quickly

A solid, federally rated skilled nursing option in Hendersonville.

Est. $8,570$11,120/mo
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Life Care Center of Hendersonville in Hendersonville
16

Hendersonville, NC · 80 beds

3.0CMS rating
Skilled NursingFills quickly

A solid, federally rated skilled nursing option in Hendersonville.

Est. $8,570$11,120/mo
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Madison Health and Rehabilitation in Mars Hill
17

Mars Hill, NC · 100 beds

3.0CMS rating
Skilled NursingFills quickly

A solid, federally rated skilled nursing option in Mars Hill.

Est. $8,570$11,120/mo
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Skilled Nursing
18

Asheville, NC · 77 beds

3.0CMS rating
Skilled NursingFills quickly

A solid, federally rated skilled nursing option in Asheville.

Est. $8,570$11,120/mo
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Elderberry Health Care in Marshall
19

Marshall, NC · 80 beds

3.0CMS rating
Skilled NursingFills quickly

A solid, federally rated skilled nursing option in Marshall.

Est. $8,570$11,120/mo
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Stonecreek Health and Rehabilitation in Asheville
20

Asheville, NC · 120 beds

2.0CMS rating
Skilled NursingFills quickly

A below-average federal rating — worth a careful look in Asheville.

Est. $8,570$11,120/mo
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Valley Hill Health & Rehab Center in Hendersonville
21

Hendersonville, NC · 150 beds

2.0CMS rating
Skilled NursingUsually has openings

A below-average federal rating — worth a careful look in Hendersonville.

Est. $8,570$11,120/mo
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Fleshers Fairview Health Care in Fairview
22

Fairview, NC · 106 beds

1.0CMS rating
Skilled NursingUsually has openings

A low federal rating — review the details closely.

Est. $8,570$11,120/mo
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Emerald Ridge Health and Rehabilitation in Asheville
23

Asheville, NC · 100 beds

1.0CMS rating
Skilled NursingFills quickly

A low federal rating — review the details closely.

Est. $8,570$11,120/mo
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Orchard Valley Health and Rehabilitation in Hendersonville
25

Hendersonville, NC · 134 beds

1.0CMS rating
Skilled NursingModerate availability

A low federal rating — review the details closely.

Est. $8,570$11,120/mo
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Pisgah Manor Health Care Center in Candler
26

Candler, NC · 118 beds

1.0CMS rating
Skilled NursingContinuing Care (CCRC / Life Plan)Fills quickly

A low federal rating — review the details closely.

Est. $8,570$11,120/mo
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Elevate Health and Rehabilitation in Asheville
27

Asheville, NC · 120 beds

1.0CMS rating
Skilled NursingModerate availability

A low federal rating — review the details closely.

Est. $8,570$11,120/mo
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River Bend Health and Rehabilitation in Asheville
28

Asheville, NC · 100 beds

1.0CMS rating
Skilled NursingModerate availability

A low federal rating — review the details closely.

Est. $8,570$11,120/mo
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Fletcher Rehabilitation and Healthcare Center in Fletcher
29

Fletcher, NC · 90 beds

1.0CMS rating
Skilled NursingModerate availability

A low federal rating — review the details closely.

Est. $8,570$11,120/mo
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Biltmore Haven Nursing and Rehabilitation in Arden
30

Arden, NC · 100 beds

1.0CMS rating
Skilled NursingModerate availability

A low federal rating — review the details closely.

Est. $8,570$11,120/mo
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Frequently asked questions

How much does senior living cost in Asheville, NC?

In the Asheville, NC area, assisted living typically runs $5,200–$8,130/month (median $6,500), memory care $5,820–$9,100/month (median $7,280), and skilled nursing $8,570–$11,120/month (median $9,570) — local estimates built from published survey medians adjusted for area prices. A free Haven advisor can pinpoint exact pricing for communities that fit your budget.

What are the best senior living communities in Asheville, NC?

Ranked purely by objective federal data (star ratings, staffing, inspections — rankings cannot be bought), the top-rated communities in Asheville, NC right now are Carolina Village INC, Black Mountain Neuro-Medical Treatment Center, Deerfield Episcopal Retirement. The full ranked list of 30 communities is on this page.

How are the 30 communities on this page rated?

Every skilled nursing community is scored with our Haven Scout Score, a composite built from official CMS Care Compare data — overall star rating, health inspections, staffing levels, and quality measures — plus safety signals like fines and citation history. We rank by objective data, not by who pays us.

Is Haven really free for families?

Yes. Haven is always free for families. When we help a family find and move into the right community, that community pays us a referral fee. You never pay anything, and we show every licensed community in the area — not just paying partners.

What's the difference between assisted living, memory care, and skilled nursing?

Assisted living helps with daily activities while preserving independence. Memory care is a secured setting with specially trained staff for dementia. Skilled nursing provides 24/7 licensed medical care and rehab. Not sure which fits? Take our free 2-minute care assessment.