Scenic City Senior Living

Independent Living in Chattanooga, TN

Two comfortable independent living communities in the Chattanooga area for older adults who want their own private apartment, fewer household responsibilities, and the freedom to live on their own schedule.

Utilities, cable, laundry, weekly housekeeping, and maintenance are included in one monthly rent.

Simply Serene Living

A Silverdale Senior Apartments building, brick and tan siding.

Established Silverdale Senior Apartments Independent Living in Chattanooga 2831 Silverdale Road, Chattanooga See Silverdale →

The front of Marlboro Senior Living Apartments, painted brick with a covered porch.

Newly Renovated Marlboro Senior Living Independent Living in East Ridge 000 Marlboro Ave, East Ridge See Marlboro →

Schedule a Tour Call 423-490-2188

Two Communities

Two Independent Living Communities in the Chattanooga Area

Scenic City Senior Living offers two independent living communities for older adults in Chattanooga and East Ridge, Tennessee. Silverdale Senior Apartments is located on Silverdale Road in Chattanooga, while Marlboro Senior Living offers newly renovated apartments just minutes away in East Ridge.

Both communities provide private senior apartments where residents live independently, maintain their own routines, and enjoy a simpler lifestyle without many of the responsibilities that come with maintaining a traditional home.

All-Inclusive

All-Inclusive Independent Living, Made Simple

Independent living should make everyday life easier. At both Silverdale and Marlboro, one monthly rent covers many of the expenses and responsibilities that normally come with maintaining a home.

That means fewer separate bills to manage and more time to enjoy your own routine.

All Utilities Included

Electric, water, gas and trash are included in the rent at both communities. There are no separate utility accounts to open and no monthly bills to track.

Free Laundry

Marlboro apartments have a washer and dryer inside the unit. Silverdale has a free shared laundry room. Neither takes coins and neither adds a fee.

Cable TV Package

A full cable television package is included with every apartment and is connected before you move in.

Weekly Housekeeping

Light housekeeping is done for you once a week in every apartment, at no extra charge.

Optional Meal Plan

Every apartment has a full kitchen. A prepared meal plan can be added on request for residents who would rather not cook every night.

Maintenance-Free Living

One of the biggest advantages of independent living is having less home to maintain. Repairs, lawn care, grounds, and building upkeep are handled by staff, so residents do not have to arrange or pay separately for routine property maintenance.

Silverdale Senior Apartments

Independent Living in Chattanooga, TN

2831 Silverdale Road, Chattanooga, TN 37421 · 423-490-2188

Located at 2831 Silverdale Road, Silverdale Senior Apartments offers established independent living in Chattanooga for older adults who want a private home in a quiet, easy-to-manage community.

Studio-style apartments are single story and include a private entry, full kitchen, accessible bathroom features, and private outdoor space. Residents also have access to a shared lobby, mail center, seating area, and free laundry room.

A Silverdale Senior Apartments building: brick and tan siding, two gabled wings and a centre entrance with a walkway.

Silverdale is a comfortable option for Chattanooga seniors who want to continue living independently while simplifying home maintenance and monthly household expenses.

Schedule a Tour of Silverdale

Apartment facts

ApartmentStudio-style, single story, private entry
KitchenWood cabinetry, refrigerator, cooktop, over-range microwave
BathroomWalk-in shower with grab bars, tilting vanity mirror
LaundryFree shared laundry room
OutdoorPrivate fenced patio area
CommunityLobby with mail center and seating

Side view of a Silverdale building showing the covered entry and wooden privacy fencing.

The Silverdale lobby looking toward the glass-panelled front door, with armchairs and an exposed brick wall.

A bank of resident mailboxes beside a console table and an upholstered armchair.

A Silverdale studio apartment looking from the living space through to the bathroom and kitchen.

Open kitchen and living area in a Silverdale apartment with a wall-mounted mini-split unit.

A Silverdale apartment kitchen with wood cabinets, refrigerator, cooktop and over-range microwave.

Kitchen cabinetry and counter seen from the apartment entry door.

Close view of a stainless sink, two-burner cooktop and tile backsplash.

Refrigerator and over-range microwave in a Silverdale kitchen.

Accessible bathroom with a step-in shower, grab bars and a fold-down seat.

Bathroom vanity with a tilting mirror, grab bar and storage cabinet above.

Marlboro Senior Living Apartments

Newly Renovated Independent Living Near Chattanooga

000 Marlboro Ave, East Ridge, TN · 423-490-2188

Marlboro Senior Living offers newly renovated independent living in East Ridge, just minutes from Chattanooga. The community is designed for older adults who want a modern, comfortable apartment while maintaining the privacy and freedom of independent living.

Apartments open from a heated interior corridor and feature renovated kitchens, private bathrooms, walk-in showers, generous storage, and in-unit laundry. The building also includes a shared covered porch and accessible ramp entry.

The full front elevation of Marlboro Senior Living Apartments, painted brick with a covered porch.

For seniors searching for independent living in the Chattanooga area with updated interiors and practical amenities, Marlboro offers a fresh residential option close to the city.

Schedule a Tour of Marlboro

Apartment facts

ApartmentRenovated, off a heated interior corridor
KitchenWhite shaker cabinetry, refrigerator, cooktop, microwave
BathroomWalk-in shower with grab bar, vanity with storage
LaundryWasher and dryer in the apartment
StorageWalk-in closet
OutdoorShared covered porch, wooden accessibility ramp

The wooden accessibility ramp running along the side of the Marlboro building.

Marlboro Senior Living Apartments from the driveway, showing the painted brick exterior and covered porch.

The interior corridor at Marlboro, brightly lit with apartment doors on both sides.

A renovated Marlboro kitchen with white shaker cabinets, refrigerator, cooktop and microwave.

Open kitchen and living area in a Marlboro apartment with a window and plank flooring.

Looking into a Marlboro apartment from the entry door, past the refrigerator into the living space.

A Marlboro living space with a mini-split unit, window blinds and a doorway through to the bathroom.

A Marlboro bedroom with double closet doors standing open and the kitchen visible beyond.

A Marlboro walk-in closet fitted with wire shelving and a hanging rail.

A washer and dryer installed in a closet inside a Marlboro apartment.

Marlboro bathroom vanity with a black-framed mirror beside the walk-in shower.

An accessible Marlboro bathroom with a wide vanity, step-in shower and grab bar.

Independent Living Explained

What Does Independent Living Mean?

Independent living is designed for older adults who can manage their daily lives on their own but want a simpler place to call home. You rent your own private apartment, keep your own key, prepare meals in your own kitchen, welcome visitors, come and go as you please, and decide how you spend your day.

What changes is the amount of home maintenance you have to manage. At Silverdale and Marlboro, utilities, housekeeping, laundry options, maintenance, and other everyday property responsibilities are handled for you. Independent living is not assisted living. These communities do not provide medical care or daily personal-care assistance. They are residential apartment communities for people who want to continue living independently.

Need a different level of support? Independent living is intended for residents who can manage their daily routines without personal-care assistance. If you or a family member needs help with activities such as bathing, dressing, medication management, or other daily needs, our sister community Standifer Place offers assisted living in Chattanooga at standiferhcbs.com.

Questions

Frequently Asked Questions About Independent Living in Chattanooga

What is independent living?

Independent living is a residential option for older adults who can live on their own but want a simpler, lower-maintenance home. Residents have their own private apartment, kitchen, key, and daily routine while many household responsibilities are handled by the community. At Silverdale and Marlboro, rent includes utilities, cable, laundry, weekly light housekeeping, and property maintenance.

How is independent living different from assisted living?

Independent living is primarily a housing choice. Residents live on their own and manage their own daily activities. Assisted living provides additional support with personal-care needs such as bathing, dressing, or medication management. Silverdale and Marlboro are independent living communities and do not provide daily personal or medical care.

Is independent living the same as a nursing home or skilled nursing facility?

No. Independent living is different from a nursing home or skilled nursing facility. Silverdale and Marlboro are residential independent living communities, not medical or skilled nursing facilities. Residents lease their own private apartment and live independently. There is no nursing staff or medical care provided on site.

Who is independent living best for?

Independent living is often a good fit for older adults who are comfortable managing their everyday activities but are ready to downsize, reduce home-maintenance responsibilities, or move into a senior-focused apartment community. It can be especially appealing to Chattanooga seniors who want to remain close to family, physicians, shopping, churches, restaurants, and familiar neighborhoods without continuing to maintain a traditional house.

What should I look for when choosing independent living in Chattanooga?

Consider the apartment itself, location, accessibility, what is included in the monthly rent, laundry options, kitchen features, parking, maintenance responsibilities, and how close the community is to the people and places that matter to you. Touring the community in person is one of the best ways to decide whether it feels like somewhere you would be comfortable calling home.

What does the rent include?

Independent living at Silverdale and Marlboro is designed to keep monthly expenses simple. Rent includes electric, water, gas, trash, cable television, weekly light housekeeping, laundry, and property maintenance. An optional prepared meal plan is available on request. There are no separate utility accounts to set up.

Can residents come and go as they please?

Yes. Independent living means maintaining your own schedule and routine. Residents keep their own apartment key, leave and return when they choose, welcome visitors, and decide how they spend their day.

Do I have to cook for myself?

Yes, if you want to. Every apartment includes its own kitchen, so residents can prepare meals on their own schedule just as they would in any other home. An optional prepared meal plan is also available for residents who would rather not cook every day.

How old do I have to be?

Most of our residents are 55 and older, though there is no strict age requirement. Give us a call and we will talk through whether it is a good fit for you.

What happens if I need more help later on?

Independent living does not include personal or medical care, so if your needs change you would look at a different level of living. Our sister community Standifer Place offers assisted living at standiferhcbs.com. Call 423-490-2188 any time and we will talk it through honestly with you and your family.

Schedule a Tour

Tour Our Independent Living Communities in Chattanooga

The best way to choose an independent living community is to see it for yourself.

Schedule a private tour of Silverdale Senior Apartments in Chattanooga, visit Marlboro Senior Living in nearby East Ridge, or choose “Both” and compare the two communities in person.

One number for both communities 423-490-2188

Monday to Friday, 8:00 am to 5:00 pm

Simply Serene Living

Find Independent Living in Chattanooga That Feels Like Home

Whether you prefer the established setting of Silverdale Senior Apartments or the newly renovated apartments at Marlboro Senior Living, our team can help you explore your options.

See the apartments, compare features, ask questions, and find the Chattanooga-area independent living community that fits the way you want to live.

Schedule a Tour Call 423-490-2188