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Sober Living Homes for Addiction Recovery

Sober living homes provide structured, substance-free housing for people in early recovery. Residents live in a supportive community, follow house rules including curfews and drug testing, attend recovery meetings, and g...

Last reviewed Apr 29, 2026 SAMHSA & NIDA sourced RehabHive Editorial Team
Duration
3-12 months
Typical cost
$500 - $3,000/month
Insurance
Varies - some covered, many self-pay
Success rate
Reduces relapse by 30-40%
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Overview

Sober living homes provide structured, substance-free housing for people in early recovery. Residents live in a supportive community, follow house rules including curfews and drug testing, attend recovery meetings, and gradually rebuild independent living skills. Sober living bridges the crucial gap between intensive treatment and fully independent life.

Who Is It For?

Sober living is ideal for individuals who have completed a primary treatment program and need continued structure before returning to independent living. It is especially valuable for those without a stable, substance-free home environment or who need additional time to build life skills.

What Does It Include?

  • Substance-free living environment
  • House rules and accountability
  • Regular drug and alcohol testing
  • Peer support and community
  • Recovery meeting attendance
  • Life skills development
  • Employment and education support
  • Gradual increase in independence

Frequently Asked Questions

What is sober living homes?

Sober living homes provide structured, substance-free housing for people in early recovery. Residents live in a supportive community, follow house rules including curfews and drug testing, attend recovery meetings, and gradually rebuild independent living skills. Sober living bridges the crucial gap between intensive treatment and fully independent life.

Who should consider sober living homes?

Sober living is ideal for individuals who have completed a primary treatment program and need continued structure before returning to independent living. It is especially valuable for those without a stable, substance-free home environment or who need additional time to build life skills.

How long does sober living homes last?

Typical duration is 3-12 months. Length should be individualized based on clinical assessment and progress.

How much does sober living homes cost?

Average cost is $500 - $3,000/month. Varies - some covered, many self-pay. Many facilities offer sliding-scale fees. Call (833) 546-3513 to verify coverage.

What is the success rate?

Success rates are approximately Reduces relapse by 30-40%. Success improves with longer treatment, aftercare, and addressing co-occurring disorders.

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Medical Disclaimer

This guide is for informational purposes only and does not constitute medical advice. Treatment decisions should be made with a qualified healthcare provider. For immediate help, call SAMHSA National Helpline 1-800-662-HELP (4357) or 911 in an emergency. For confidential benefits verification, call (833) 546-3513.

Verified providers

50 Centers Offering Sober Living Homes

SAMHSA-verified facilities providing sober living homes programs. Listed alphabetically by state. Call (833) 546-3513 to verify coverage at any center.

AK

KAR House Residential Substance Abuse Program

Ketchikan, AK

AL

Anniston Fellowship House

Anniston, AL

Best Life Recovery Residences AL

Best Life Recovery Residences

Huntsville, AL

Drug Alternative Program AL

Drug Alternative Program

North Huntsville, AL

CED Fellowship House AL

CED Fellowship House

Gadsden, AL

New Beginnings Recovery AL

New Beginnings Recovery

Talladega, AL

Toomey Recovery Housing AL

Toomey Recovery Housing

Mobile, AL

Recovery Centers of Arkansas - Steeplechase AR

Recovery Centers of Arkansas - Steeplechase

Little Rock, AR

Better Community Development (BCD) AR

Better Community Development (BCD)

Little Rock, AR

Safe Haven Clarksville logo AR

Safe Haven Clarksville

Clarksville, AR

Wolfe Street Foundation AR

Wolfe Street Foundation

Little Rock, AR

Gambit Recovery Womens Arizona AZ

Gambit Recovery Womens Arizona

Phoenix, AZ

Island House AZ

Island House

Gilbert, AZ

Nova House - Gambit Recovery AZ

Nova House - Gambit Recovery

Chandler, AZ

Summers House - Gambit Recovery AZ

Summers House - Gambit Recovery

Chandler, AZ

Cornerstone House AZ

Cornerstone House

Chandler, AZ

AZ

Destiny Sober Living

Phoenix, AZ

Homestead House AZ

Homestead House

Chandler, AZ

Grand House AZ

Grand House

Chandler, AZ

Arden House AZ

Arden House

Chandler, AZ

Mountain House Recovery AZ

Mountain House Recovery

Flagstaff, AZ

Source House AZ

Source House

Mesa, AZ

Camelback Recovery - Serenity Ranch AZ

Camelback Recovery - Serenity Ranch

Scottsdale, AZ

Design for Recovery Sober Living Phoenix AZ

Design for Recovery Sober Living Phoenix

Phoenix, AZ

Domino House - Gambit Recovery AZ

Domino House - Gambit Recovery

Chandler, AZ

Kenneth House AZ

Kenneth House

Chandler, AZ

Beacon Treatment Center Vernon AZ

Beacon Treatment Center Vernon

Vernon, AZ

Pivot Transitional Living AZ

Pivot Transitional Living

Tucson, AZ

Camelback Recovery - Papago Springs AZ

Camelback Recovery - Papago Springs

Scottsdale, AZ

Camelback Recovery - Cypress AZ

Camelback Recovery - Cypress

Phoenix, AZ

The Embers Recovery Sober Living AZ

The Embers Recovery Sober Living

Phoenix, AZ

Advanced Sober Living of Arizona AZ

Advanced Sober Living of Arizona

Phoenix, AZ

Whitten House AZ

Whitten House

Chandler, AZ

Safe and Sound Transitional Living AZ

Safe and Sound Transitional Living

Phoenix, AZ

Legion House - Gambit Recovery AZ

Legion House - Gambit Recovery

Chandler, AZ

Kierland House AZ

Kierland House

Scottsdale, AZ

Buena House AZ

Buena House

Chandler, AZ

Rock View Recovery Sober Living AZ

Rock View Recovery Sober Living

Glendale, AZ

The Well Women's Serenity House AZ

The Well Women's Serenity House

Tucson, AZ

AZ

Destiny Sober Living Carver Ranch

Laveen, AZ

Sanctuary Sober Living AZ

Sanctuary Sober Living

Phoenix, AZ

Bishop House - Gambit Recovery AZ

Bishop House - Gambit Recovery

Gilbert, AZ

Banner House - Gambit Recovery AZ

Banner House - Gambit Recovery

Chandler, AZ

Vista House AZ

Vista House

Chandler, AZ

Rogue House - Gambit Recovery AZ

Rogue House - Gambit Recovery

Gilbert, AZ

Restoration Recovery Solutions AZ

Restoration Recovery Solutions

Scottsdale, AZ

Zen House AZ

Zen House

Chandler, AZ

Camelback Recovery - The Oasis AZ

Camelback Recovery - The Oasis

Phoenix, AZ

Options Recovery Services logo CA

Options Recovery Services

Oakland, CA

Design for Recovery Sober Living Westside LA CA

Design for Recovery Sober Living Westside LA

Los Angeles, CA

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