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Brandywine Summit vs Sunrise of Summit

Summit, Union County, New Jersey

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

Both offer assisted living.

They are close in size, at 98 and 97 licensed beds.

Assisted living in Union 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

Brandywine SummitSunrise of Summit
Care offeredAssisted livingAssisted living
Size98 licensed beds97 licensed beds
TownSummitSummit
State licence90A00120A014
Year built2000Not listed
Medicare starsNot ratedNot rated
Cost bandHigh CostMid Cost
Verified by our teamNot yetNot yet

Assisted living in Union 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 Brandywine Summit

  • Office and lounge
  • Library
  • Meeting rooms
  • Museum displaying archives and photos
  • Dining hall for group meals
  • Corner store for candy, ice cream, and gifts
  • In-ground swimming pool
  • Tabernacle for events and music

Only Sunrise of Summit

  • Private senior living suites
  • Shared community rooms
  • Community dining rooms
  • Daily meal options
  • Assisted living care areas
  • On-site support spaces
  • Daily assistance and support
  • Housekeeping services

Questions families ask

Which is better, Brandywine Summit or Sunrise of Summit?
Neither is better for every family. Brandywine Summit and Sunrise of Summit 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 Brandywine Summit and Sunrise of Summit cost?
Assisted living in Union 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 Brandywine Summit and Sunrise of Summit 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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