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Stella Maris House

Independent living in Miami Beach, Florida

Checked November 2, 2026

Provider details
Address8638 Harding Ave, Miami Beach, FL 33141
CityMiami Beach
StateFlorida
Phone(305)865-6841
Age requirement62 and older
Age rule basisSection 202 is HUD's housing program for elderly households; eligibility requires the head of household to be age 62 or older.
Apartments137
Housing programHUD Section 8 (Section 202 property)
Income restrictedYes

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Stella Maris House in Miami Beach is one of Catholic Housing Management's affordable apartment communities for active, independent seniors aged 62 or older, with prices adjusted to fit your income. Catholic Housing Management says its communities host outings, lectures, educational programs, clubs, and exercise classes, with libraries, club meeting spaces, and computer centers at selected locations. Each community has its own onsite team, including a building manager and a social services coordinator, along with visiting volunteers and nurses.

Who pays for independent living?

What this care costs, and who pays — Medicare, Medicaid, or the family — is covered in these guides:

Independent living guide · Paying for care

Common questions about Stella Maris House

Where is Stella Maris House located?

Stella Maris House is at 8638 Harding Ave, Miami Beach, FL 33141.

How do I contact Stella Maris House?

Call Stella Maris House at (305)865-6841.

How much does independent living cost?

There is no single price for independent living. Rent is set by each community and varies a lot by city. The cost survey this site uses does not publish a national median for independent living, so we do not print one. Medicare does not pay for it, so families pay the rent out of pocket. See our guide to independent living costs and who pays for the full picture.

Does Medicare pay for independent living?

No. Medicare does not pay rent or housing costs. It pays for your medical care while you live there, like doctor visits, hospital care, and home health visits. The housing itself is paid out of pocket.

What is the difference between independent living and assisted living?

Independent living is housing for older adults who can live on their own. It gives a private home, meals in some places, and social activities. It does not include help with daily tasks. Assisted living adds that help. Staff help with bathing, dressing, and medicine, and staff are on hand day and night.

Who else pays for independent living besides Medicare?

Families pay the rent out of pocket. No insurance pays for independent living rent. Low-income senior apartments funded by HUD keep rent lower for people who qualify. Some veterans put VA pension payments toward the rent.

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