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Best Independent Living in Newmarket, ON

Newmarket has 6 independent living on Senior Care Path, averaging 4.6 stars across 240 resident reviews. Ranked by our SCP Confidence Score, our 100-point trust rating, the strongest right now are Chartwell Barton Retirement Residence, Venvi Alexander Muir Retirement Living and The Roxborough Retirement Residence.

Independent living is for active seniors who want community, dining, and convenience without daily personal care.

Below you will find every community ranked by Confidence Score, real reviews, what families pay and how to fund it, the amenities and services to expect, and local guidance, so you can compare with clarity and reach out when you are ready. Updated September 2026.

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independent living compared

4.6★

average Google rating

$3,616–$3,616

typical cost per month

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Newmarket Independent Living Facilities | 240 Reviews

6 communities

Chartwell Barton Retirement Residence

Newmarket, ON

Starting at

From $3,616/mo

Chartwell Barton Retirement Residence 4
66/ 100

Good confidence

4.9(66 reviews)

“My mom recently moved to Chartwell Barton and it has been such a positive change for her. It really feels like a warm, homelike place, and we can already see...”

Fitness centreFitness centreDiningDiningGardensGardensPool or spaPool or spaLibraryLibrary

Provides: Retirement Home, Independent Living, Respite Care

A long-standing retirement residence in Newmarket offering independent living for active seniors with access to flexible care… Read more

The Roxborough Retirement Residence

Newmarket, ON

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The Roxborough Retirement Residence 4
60/ 100

Developing confidence

4.7(27 reviews)

“⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ My mom stayed at The Roxborough through the respite care program for a few months, and I truly cannot say enough good things about her experience. The...”

DiningDiningSalonSalonGardensGardensPool or spaPool or spaLibraryLibrary

Provides: Retirement Home, Respite Care, Independent Living

A senior living community in Newmarket offering independent living, independent supportive living, and… Read more

Venvi Alexander Muir Retirement Living

Newmarket, ON

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Venvi Alexander Muir Retirement Living 4
60/ 100

Developing confidence

4.7(32 reviews)

“I have been a resident of Alexander Muir now for seven happy months . I have waited this long before giving a review to ensure that my original highly positive...”

Fitness centreFitness centreDiningDiningSalonSalonGardensGardensLibraryLibrary

Provides: Retirement Home, Independent Living, Assisted Living

An intimate retirement residence located on Prospect Street in Newmarket, offering independent living services in a charming… Read more

Amica Newmarket

Newmarket, ON

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Amica Newmarket 4
48/ 100

Developing confidence

4.4(67 reviews)

“I moved here 3 months ago and am delighted! I was alone in a 4 bedroom house and while I had great neighbours and a beautiful garden, I spent far too much time...”

Fitness centreFitness centreDiningDiningSalonSalonGardensGardensPool or spaPool or spa

Provides: Memory Care, Independent Living, Assisted Living

A retirement residence in Newmarket, Ontario, offering independent living, assisted living, and respite care with professional… Read more

The Renoir

Newmarket, ON

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The Renoir 4
48/ 100

Developing confidence

4.4(48 reviews)

“My mom is a resident at the Renoir and her stay has been wonderful!! The food is great, the staff have been so kind, and the place is beautiful! Highly...”

Fitness centreFitness centreDiningDiningGardensGardensPool or spaPool or spaLibraryLibrary

Provides: Memory Care, Independent Living, Assisted Living

A luxury retirement home in Newmarket offering independent living, assisted living, memory care, and short-term/respite stays. Read more

Brayfield Manors

Newmarket, ON

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Brayfield Manors 3
36/ 100

Limited confidence

Provides: Independent Living

A independent living option in Newmarket, Ontario. Read more

How to choose independent living in Newmarket

Newmarket families comparing independent living have 6 options to weigh. Start with care level and budget, then shortlist by location, availability, and the services each community offers, and reach out directly to confirm openings and book a tour. Our guide to choosing independent living walks through what to look for.

Our methodology

How we rank the Newmarket independent living above

We order every community by our SCP Confidence Score, a 100-point rating built from the signals families tell us matter most:

  • A strong Google rating and a real volume of verified reviews
  • Transparent, published pricing
  • Documented care services and amenities
  • Confirmed contact details, licensing, and independent verification

Where our information comes from

240

Google reviews

Star ratings and written reviews come straight from Google, so the feedback is from real residents and families across these 5 communities, never written by us.

100-point

SCP Confidence Score

Our own 13-signal trust rating, recomputed as listings are verified and updated, decides the order above. It answers one question: can you trust this community?

How Newmarket communities are rated

Google star ratings across 5 independent living.

  • 4.5 and up3
  • 4.0 to 4.42
  • 3.5 to 3.90
  • Under 3.50

Confidence Score range

How the 6 Newmarket independent living fall across our trust tiers.

  • High0 communities
  • Good1 community
  • Developing4 communities
  • Limited1 community

Table of contents

  1. 01How to choose independent living in Newmarket
  2. 02How much does independent living cost in Newmarket?
  3. 03What families are saying about independent living
  4. 04Independent Living services and amenities
  5. 05Frequently asked questions

How much do independent living cost in Newmarket?

Among the 1 Newmarket independent living that publish a starting rate, costs run from $3,616 to $3,616 per month. Mostcommunities share full pricing on request, since the final number depends on suite size and the level of care needed.

Most independent living in Ontario are private-pay, funded from a blend of pensions, retirement savings, and home equity. Government pensions form the floor: the Canada Pension Plan, Old Age Security, and the income-tested Guaranteed Income Supplement for lower-income seniors. Provincial benefits and Veterans Affairs Canada may offset part of the cost. For a full breakdown, read our guide on what senior living really costs in canada.

Ontario retirement homes are licensed by the Retirement Homes Regulatory Authority (RHRA). Long-term care is publicly funded and income-tested through Ontario Health atHome, while retirement and assisted living are mostly private-pay.

What families are saying about independent living in Newmarket

A 4.6 star average across 240 Google reviews of 5 independent living. Here is a sample, straight from residents and families.

“I moved here 3 months ago and am delighted! I was alone in a 4 bedroom house and while I had great neighbours and a beautiful garden, I spent far too much time alone. Here- I have made lots of new friends; there are activities galore; I...”
A Belanger on Amica Newmarket
“My mom recently moved to Chartwell Barton and it has been such a positive change for her. It really feels like a warm, homelike place, and we can already see that she seems much happier. When we were visiting and learning about the...”
Peggy Highmore on Chartwell Barton Retirement Residence
“My mom is a resident at the Renoir and her stay has been wonderful!! The food is great, the staff have been so kind, and the place is beautiful! Highly recommend!!!!”
Michelle Greco on The Renoir
“I have been a resident of Alexander Muir now for seven happy months . I have waited this long before giving a review to ensure that my original highly positive opinion was maintained which it has been. This is a fairly small, cozy &...”
Geoff Smith on Venvi Alexander Muir Retirement Living
“⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ My mom stayed at The Roxborough through the respite care program for a few months, and I truly cannot say enough good things about her experience. The food was delicious, and the nurses and PSWs treated her as though she was family....”
Jodi Kirkup on The Roxborough Retirement Residence

Independent Living services and amenities in Newmarket

What Newmarket communities actually offer, drawn from the details each one publishes. A good way to see what is standard locally and what is a genuine differentiator.

Most common amenities

Share of the 5 communities that publish amenities.

  • Library100%
  • Dining room80%
  • Bistro60%
  • Fitness centre60%
  • Movie theatre60%
  • Billiards40%
  • Communal garden40%
  • Hair salon40%
  • Lounge40%
  • Activity room20%

Most common care services

Share of the 5 communities that publish services.

  • Medication management60%
  • Access for people with reduced mobility40%
  • Elevators40%
  • Hair salon40%
  • Housekeeping40%
  • Laundry services40%
  • Shuttle/bus40%
  • Social life and leisures40%
  • 24-hour nursing20%
  • 24/7 Emergency response system20%

Suite types offered

Share of the 4 communities that list suite types.

  • One bedroom100%
  • Studio100%
  • Two bedroom75%
  • One bedroom + den25%

Frequently asked questions

How much do independent living cost in Newmarket?
Independent Living in Newmarket that publish a rate run roughly $3,616 to $3,616 per month, depending on suite size and the level of care needed.
How many independent living are there in Newmarket?
Senior Care Path lists 6 independent living in Newmarket, Ontario, each with a Confidence Score, reviews, and verified contact details so you can compare and reach out directly.
How are the independent living ranked?
By our Confidence Score, a 100-point rating built from real signals like reviews, pricing transparency, documented services and amenities, and verification. The strongest, most complete listings rise to the top.
How do I arrange a tour or check availability?
Use the Request info button on any listing to reach an advisor and the community, or open a profile for hours, amenities, and details before booking a tour.

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