Lockwood Senior Living

Michigan-Focused Independent Living, Built and Operated by a Family-Owned Company Since 2002

Lockwood Senior Living is a Michigan-based provider of independent living and active adult communities, operating exclusively within the state since its founding in 2002. A division of Lockwood Companies, a family-owned development and management firm based in Southfield, Lockwood Senior Living designs, builds, and operates all eight of its communities. Learn more at lockwoodseniorliving.com.

Every Lockwood Senior Living community is developed by the same family-owned organization that manages it, which means the team that built each building is also accountable for what happens inside it. The portfolio spans communities in Waterford, Clinton Township, Lyon Township, Hartland, Fenton, Burton, Ann Arbor, and Genesee/Flint, all serving residents who want independent, maintenance-free living in a community setting. Browse Lockwood communities on Senior Care Finder.

Company at a Glance

• Headquarters: 27777 Franklin Rd., Suite 1410, Southfield, Michigan 48034
• Founded / Experience: Founded 2002; division of Lockwood Companies (family-owned)
• Current Leadership: Mark Lockwood, President/CEO/Partner; Matt Gatewood, EVP Management
• Portfolio Size: 8 active communities in Michigan (as of September 2026)
• States/Markets Served: Michigan
• Care and Lifestyle Options: Independent Living, Active Adult Living
• Official Website: lockwoodseniorliving.com

Senior Living and Care Options

Lockwood Senior Living communities provide independent living and active adult living for residents who do not require daily personal care or medical assistance but want a maintenance-free lifestyle in a community setting. The Lockwood model focuses on this segment of the senior living continuum rather than offering memory care or skilled nursing.

Independent living at Lockwood communities typically includes apartment-style residences with common areas for socializing, fitness, and activities, along with maintenance and housekeeping services. Several Lockwood properties incorporate affordable housing units alongside market-rate apartments, making the communities more accessible to a wider range of Michigan seniors.

Services and amenities vary by community and by unit type. Families and prospective residents are encouraged to contact the specific Lockwood community they are considering to confirm what is included and what the current availability looks like.

What Makes Lockwood Senior Living Different?

Is Lockwood Senior Living locally owned and operated?

Yes. Lockwood Senior Living is a division of Lockwood Companies, a family-owned Michigan business that has operated in the state since 2002. Mark Lockwood serves as President, CEO, and Partner, and the company's executive team has remained consistent across more than two decades of Michigan senior housing development. The family-owned structure means the people making decisions about Lockwood communities have a long-term stake in Michigan, not a short-term investment horizon.

Michigan-Only Focus

Lockwood Senior Living has built and operated exclusively in Michigan since its founding. This geographic concentration allows the organization to build deep familiarity with Michigan's senior housing market, regulatory environment, and regional communities rather than managing communities across multiple states from a distance. Every Lockwood community is within the company's home market.

Active Development Pipeline with Affordable Housing Component

Lockwood Senior Living completed two major new communities in 2024 and 2025. Lockwood of Ann Arbor opened in September 2024, representing a $47 million investment with 154 apartments, 65 of which are designated affordable under Low-Income Housing Tax Credit financing. Lockwood of Hartland opened in August 2025 with a $46 million investment, 146 apartments on 17 wooded acres in Livingston County, including 61 affordable units. Together, these projects represent $93 million in new Michigan senior housing development.

Developer-Operator Model

Lockwood Companies includes construction and development operations under the same family-owned umbrella as the senior living management division. Dean Schroeder serves as EVP of Construction, while Matt Gatewood leads management operations. Building communities the company will then manage gives Lockwood direct control over quality, layout, and cost, and keeps long-term operating considerations in mind from the design phase rather than retrofitting after acquisition.

Accessible Independent Living Pricing

Several Lockwood communities blend market-rate apartments with affordable housing units financed through Low-Income Housing Tax Credits (LIHTC). This structure makes independent living available to a segment of Michigan seniors who would otherwise be priced out of purpose-built community living, and it reflects an intentional operational choice rather than an incidental outcome.

Life at a Lockwood Senior Living Community

Life at a Lockwood Senior Living community is designed for residents who want an active, independent lifestyle without the responsibilities of home maintenance. Each community provides apartment-style residences in a community setting with shared amenities and programming.

Common features at Lockwood communities may include fitness facilities, community rooms, scheduled activities and social programming, and outdoor spaces. Lockwood of Hartland, which opened in August 2025, is situated on 17 wooded acres in Livingston County, offering a nature-centered setting for independent and active adult residents.

Because Lockwood's focus is independent living, communities are not equipped with on-site assisted living or memory care services. Residents who later need higher levels of care will need to transition to a different type of community. Families planning for long-term care needs should consider this when evaluating the Lockwood model. Amenities, programming, and unit configurations vary by community.

What Residents and Families Say

Public review data for Lockwood Senior Living communities on Senior Care Finder reflects a portfolio focused on independent and active adult living. Resident satisfaction at Lockwood communities tends to center on the physical quality of newer construction, the maintenance-free lifestyle, and the social environment at each community.

Because most Lockwood communities serve an independent living population, families evaluating individual communities should pay particular attention to reviews about programming, social engagement, and the overall community culture, as these factors carry more weight in independent living than in care-level settings. Families should review the most recent feedback available for the specific Lockwood community they are considering, as experience varies by location, staff, and time period.

Leadership

Mark Lockwood, President, CEO, Partner. Leads Lockwood Companies and Lockwood Senior Living as the family's principal executive. Has directed the organization's Michigan-focused senior housing development strategy since the company's founding in 2002.

Matt Gatewood, Executive Vice President, Management. Oversees property management operations across the Lockwood Senior Living portfolio, responsible for day-to-day operations, staffing, and resident services at all eight Michigan communities.

See the full leadership team for the complete and most current roster.

Recent News, Growth, and Recognition

Lockwood of Ann Arbor Opens with $47 Million Investment, 154 Apartments Including 65 Affordable Units

Lockwood Senior Living opened Lockwood of Ann Arbor in September 2024, a $47 million independent living community in Washtenaw County. The community includes 154 apartments, 65 of which are designated affordable under Low-Income Housing Tax Credit financing, expanding accessible senior housing options in the Ann Arbor market.

Lockwood of Ann Arbor community details

Lockwood of Hartland Opens on 17 Wooded Acres in Livingston County with $46 Million Investment

Lockwood Companies completed Lockwood of Hartland in August 2025, a $46 million independent living community in Hartland Township, Michigan. The 146-apartment community is situated on 17 wooded acres and includes 61 affordable housing units, representing the company's most recent completed development project.

Lockwood of Hartland community details

Lockwood Companies Completes $93 Million in Michigan Senior Housing Development Across Two Projects

The back-to-back completions of Lockwood of Ann Arbor (2024) and Lockwood of Hartland (2025) represent $93 million in new Michigan senior housing investment by Lockwood Companies. Both communities blend market-rate and affordable apartments, reflecting the company's approach to accessible independent living in Michigan.

Lockwood Senior Living Michigan communities

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Lockwood Senior Living?

Lockwood Senior Living is a Michigan-based provider of independent living and active adult communities. It is a division of Lockwood Companies, a family-owned development and management firm based in Southfield, MI, that has operated in Michigan since 2002.

Where is Lockwood Senior Living headquartered?

Lockwood Senior Living's parent company, Lockwood Companies, is headquartered at 27777 Franklin Rd., Suite 1410, Southfield, Michigan 48034.

Who owns Lockwood Senior Living?

Lockwood Senior Living is owned by Lockwood Companies, a privately held, family-owned Michigan business. Mark Lockwood serves as President, CEO, and Partner.

How many communities does Lockwood Senior Living operate?

As of September 2026, Lockwood Senior Living operates eight independent living communities, all located in Michigan.

Where are Lockwood Senior Living communities located?

Lockwood communities are located in Waterford, Clinton Township, Lyon Township, Hartland, Fenton, Burton, Ann Arbor, and Genesee/Flint Township, all in Michigan.

What care options does Lockwood Senior Living offer?

Lockwood Senior Living communities offer independent living and active adult living. The company does not operate assisted living, memory care, or skilled nursing communities.

Does Lockwood Senior Living offer affordable housing?

Yes. Several Lockwood communities include affordable housing units designated under Low-Income Housing Tax Credit (LIHTC) financing, including Lockwood of Ann Arbor (65 affordable of 154 total) and Lockwood of Hartland (61 affordable of 146 total).

Are Lockwood Senior Living communities new construction?

Most Lockwood communities are purpose-built by Lockwood Companies' construction division. Lockwood of Ann Arbor opened in September 2024 and Lockwood of Hartland opened in August 2025, both newly constructed.

Does Lockwood Senior Living operate outside Michigan?

No. Lockwood Senior Living operates exclusively in Michigan and has done so since its founding in 2002.

How do I find a Lockwood Senior Living community near me?

You can browse all eight Lockwood Senior Living communities on Senior Care Finder to compare locations, amenities, and contact information.

How do I schedule a tour at a Lockwood Senior Living community?

You can contact any Lockwood Senior Living community through its listing on Senior Care Finder or by visiting lockwoodseniorliving.com for direct community contact information.

Explore Lockwood Senior Living Communities

If you are looking for independent living in Michigan, Senior Care Finder makes it easy to compare all eight Lockwood Senior Living communities side by side. View all Lockwood communities on Senior Care Finder to compare locations, amenities, and availability across Michigan.

Pricing, unit availability, amenities, programming, and community culture vary by location and change over time. Visiting in person and speaking with current residents or their families is the most reliable way to evaluate fit. Families who anticipate needing assisted living or memory care in the future should factor in that Lockwood communities serve independent living residents only.

Lockwood Senior Living is a paid Senior Care Finder partner. Partner status does not replace the need for families to independently evaluate individual communities, services, pricing, licensing information, and recent reviews.

Company information, leadership details, programs, recognition, and news were reviewed using publicly available sources. Information last reviewed September 2026.