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Avalon at Bridgewater vs Sunrise of Bridgewater

Bridgewater, Somerset County, New Jersey

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Avalon at Bridgewater and Sunrise of Bridgewater are both in Bridgewater, New Jersey, so families looking at one often look at the other.

Both offer assisted living.

Only Sunrise of Bridgewater offers memory care.

Sunrise of Bridgewater is the larger building at 112 licensed beds, against 74 at Avalon at Bridgewater. Size changes the feel of a place more than most families expect.

Assisted living in Somerset County runs a median of $9,450 a month. Neither community publishes one price, because the rate depends on the apartment and how much help your parent needs.

We have been inside both. Call us and we will tell you what we saw.

Side by side

Avalon at BridgewaterSunrise of Bridgewater
Care offeredAssisted livingMemory care, Assisted living
Size74 licensed beds112 licensed beds
TownBridgewaterBridgewater
State licence80A00618A111
Year builtNot listedNot listed
Medicare starsNot ratedNot rated
Cost bandMid CostHigh Cost
Verified by our teamNot yetNot yet

Assisted living in Somerset County runs a median of $9,450 a month. New Jersey is the 5th most expensive state in the country for assisted living. Neither community charges one flat rate. See the New Jersey cost report for the full picture.

Source: CareScout 2025 Cost of Care Survey, published March 2026. Figures verified September 2026.

Amenities and services

Only Avalon at Bridgewater

  • Residential suites
  • Climate-controlled interior
  • Community dining areas
  • Assistance with daily living tasks
  • Licensed assisted living accommodations
  • State licensed residence

Only Sunrise of Bridgewater

  • Chef-crafted fresh meals
  • Bistro with grab-and-go snacks available throughout the day
  • Studio to two-bedroom suites
  • Emergency response system in each suite
  • Stone fireplaces
  • Bright skylights
  • Displays of local art
  • Shared common areas

Questions families ask

Which is better, Avalon at Bridgewater or Sunrise of Bridgewater?
Neither is better for every family. Avalon at Bridgewater and Sunrise of Bridgewater sit in the same area and cover assisted living, so the right answer comes down to care level, apartment, budget and how the place feels on a weekday afternoon. Call us and we will walk you through both.
How much do Avalon at Bridgewater and Sunrise of Bridgewater cost?
Assisted living in Somerset County runs a median of $9,450 a month, and New Jersey is the 5th most expensive state in the country. Both communities price by apartment and care level, so ask us for this month's real numbers.
Are Avalon at Bridgewater and Sunrise of Bridgewater licensed?
Both are licensed by the New Jersey Department of Health. Each community page on this site shows the licence number, the licensed bed count and the date we last checked the state record.

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