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If you're on a budget, knowing where to buy high-quality, affordable mattresses and bedding can help you create a sleep sanctuary in your independent living apartment without breaking the bank. Let's snuggle down and learn about four retailers selling reasonably priced products suitable for money-savvy seniors.

1. Nectar

If you want the pressure relief of a memory foam mattress without overheating, the flagship Nectar mattress could be a good option. Retailing at $649, this affordable product has won more awards than any other American mattress, including accolades from CNET, Insider and Architectural Digest.

The original Nectar mattress features an integrated cooling system that allows hot air to escape as you snooze and prevents the sweaty feeling associated with many memory foam models. It also contains three supportive foam layers, including a 2-inch top layer designed to minimize pressure on sensitive joints. Therefore, it could be a good option if you have arthritis or another painful joint condition.

The original Nectar mattress is medium firm, making it suitable for most sleeping positions. However, the company also sells a range of alternative memory foam and hybrid mattresses, so there should be a bed in the Nectar range to suit most firmness preferences.

Nectar's innovative "bed-in-a-box" packaging method makes it easy to move and unpack. The mattress comes rolled into a surprisingly small box, so getting it inside your independent living apartment is straightforward. The company also offers a generous 365-night sleep trial, allowing you to test your new mattress. If it's not right for you, you can return it for any reason and receive a refund, provided it's still in good condition.

2. Zinus

Zinus sells a range of ultra-affordable memory foam and hybrid mattresses infused with green tea. While this may sound like a bizarre ingredient, Zinus claims that adding green tea to mattress foam helps improve freshness. With memory foam mattresses starting from $249 and hybrids from $299, the Zinus range is well worth considering for seniors on tighter budgets.

The company's mattresses have won their fair share of awards, and Newsweek even named Zinus the No. 1 American mattress brand in 2023. All its memory foam mattresses contain CertiPUR-certified foams, which means they don't contain formaldehyde, heavy metals or other potentially harmful substances.

While the Original Green Tea mattress may feel overly warm if you tend to sleep hot, Zinus also offers two budget-friendly memory foam models containing gel memory foam and ventilation systems to combat night-time overheating. Alternatively, the brand's hybrid mattresses could be worth considering if bathroom visits disturb you or your partner. These beds feature individually wrapped coils, providing decent support and minimizing motion transfer from one side of the bed to the other.

3. Bedsure

Cheap bedding sets may be great for your wallet, but they often contain sweat-inducing synthetic materials. Fortunately, the Bedsure range balances quality materials and affordable prices, with fitted sheets starting from $13.99 and quilt sets retailing for as little as $27.99.

Bedsure makes its bedding using various cooling, breathable materials, including linen, bamboo, and cotton. It also manufactures extra-durable options, which could be handy if you need to wash your bedding frequently or want to avoid shelling out for replacements too soon.

Reviewers often praise Bedsure's combination of value, style and quality. Its cooling blankets, comforters and satin pillowcases have received positive reviews from various respected publications, including GQ, Sheknows and Yahoo! Life.

4. Brooklyn Bedding

Brooklyn Bedding is a one-stop shop for all things sleep, offering mattresses, bedding and even adjustable bed frames. The company manufactures its bedding in its own Arizona factory, making Brooklyn Bedding products a great option for seniors who want to support American businesses.

You can purchase a Brooklyn Bedding mattress for as little as $274 for an adult-size bed, and most of the company's mattresses retail for under $1,000. The range includes models designed for specific sleep needs, including ultra-firm options for people requiring an orthopedic bed and thick, supportive mattresses suitable for plus-sized sleepers. If you're unsure which model to purchase, Brooklyn Bedding's online quiz can help you choose the best mattress for your sleeping position and comfort preferences.

If you prefer to test mattresses in person before purchasing, Brooklyn Bedding operates three showrooms within 10 miles of the LifeStream at Sun City senior living community. Visit the Brooklyn Bedding stores in nearby Glendale or Surprise to compare mattress options and shop a range of sheets, pillowcases, mattress toppers and blankets.