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Independent Living in Iowa

Overview of Independent Living in Iowa

Iowa is often referred to as the “Land of the Rolling Prairie” due to the immense fertile plains that cover the region. The state is famous for its farms, growing crops such as corn and soybeans. Iowa is more than just farmland, however – it’s home to many quaint, rural towns as well as larger cities such as Sioux City and Des Moines. Its varied landscape, relatively low cost of living, and proximity to major Midwestern cities like Chicago and Minneapolis make Iowa a convenient location to call home and a great place to retire.

Currently, A Place for Mom partners with more than 70 independent living communities in Iowa. The median monthly cost of independent living in Iowa is about $1,950.

Top-rated Independent Living facilities in Iowa

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TimberCrest at Glen Oaks

200 Glen Oaks Dr, Clear Lake, IA 50428
10
Review Score
62 reviews
Anonymous - I live or lived in this community

I highly recommend this community to anyone. The day I arrived I was warmly welcomed by everyone. It is Like being in a family. There is so much to do, and the apartments are large and well-planned.

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Independence Village of Pella

2602 Fifield Rd, Pella, IA 50219
9.8
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107 reviews
Starting at
$X,XXX/mo
Sheryl E - I'm a loved one of a resident or client

Independence Village is amazing! My moved one is back to her old self. She is so happy, socializing, and perky. She loved living here and I love visiting! It is wonderful!

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Holiday Illahee Hills

8308 Colby Parkway, Urbandale, IA 50322
9.6
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52 reviews
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$X,XXX/mo
Kristine - I'm a loved one of a resident or client

The staff at Holiday Illahee Hills is absolutely awesome, I wanted to live there so I could hang out with them all day. The housekeeping is great. There is therapy on site, it is really pricey but Illahee...

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Top-rated Independent Living facilities in Ankeny

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Independence Village of Ankeny

1275 SW State Street, Ankeny, IA 50023
9.5
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73 reviews
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$X,XXX/mo
Char J - I'm a loved one of a resident or client

What a welcoming place, I always look forward to visiting my mom who lives here. The staff are very caring. The food is made by an executive chef. There are lots of activities. The apartments are large.

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Rock Creek Senior Living

3602 NW 5th Street, Ankeny, IA 50023
9.1
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24 reviews
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$X,XXX/mo
Anonymous - I'm a loved one of a resident or client

I would recommend this facility to others. All interactions that I have had with all of the staff have been great. Also, my mother has not had a complaint that she has told me about. So everything good. I...

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Edencrest at Siena Hills

455 SW Ankeny Rd, Ankeny, IA 50023
8.2
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19 reviews
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$X,XXX/mo
Anonymous - I'm a loved one of a resident or client

I am basing this off of the memory Care unit since Mom has been there the longest. They're willing to work with families on where to place residents and how to care for each individual resident. With the...

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Top-rated Independent Living facilities in West Des Moines

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Glen Meadows Retirement

850 S 60th St #1000, West Des Moines, IA 50266
9.5
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6 reviews
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$X,XXX/mo
Janet M (Shelli) - I'm a loved one of a resident or client

This amazing senior residence was an awesome find for my dad and his companion. The complex itself is beautifully designed and built to be attractive, warm, welcoming, and ever so pleasing for residents and...

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Attivo Trail Waukee

835 NE Boston Parkway, Waukee, IA 50263
9.5
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11 reviews
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$X,XXX/mo
Anonymous - I live or lived in this community

Attentive staff, many fun activities, friendly neighbors! Apartment sizes vary. Mine is a 2 bedroom,2 bathroom. Washer and dryer are included. Plenty of room!

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Independence Village of Waukee

1650 SE Holiday Crest Circle, Waukee, IA 50263
9.4
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133 reviews
Starting at
$X,XXX/mo
Teresa - I'm a loved one of a resident or client

Independent Village of Waukee ( IA) offered a Continuum of care! Independent Living (my father using now after our mother passed [date removed]) She started in Assisted Living and was transferred to Skilled...

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Top-rated Independent Living facilities in Des Moines

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Edencrest at Beaverdale

3410 Beaver Ave, Des Moines, IA 50310
9.1
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28 reviews
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$X,XXX/mo
BG - I'm a loved one of a resident or client

Fun, vibrant, safe and clean. The staff treat your parent/family member with respect and kindness. Not a cold sterile old folks home. A place they can still be adults and not just another number.

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Edencrest at Riverwoods

2210 East Park Avenue, Des Moines, IA 50320
8.2
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38 reviews
Starting at
$X,XXX/mo
Cindy W - I'm a loved one of a resident or client

Very clean, all staff that we interacted with was friendly and helpful. The front office staff bent over backwards to help us at a very difficult time for our family. Seriously great staff.

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Independence Village of Des Moines

4610 Douglas Avenue, Des Moines, IA 50310
8.1
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62 reviews
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$X,XXX/mo
Barbara - I'm a current/former resident or client

I am a resident at Holiday Beaverdale Estates and everything has been very good. Overall, we are very pleased with our new home!

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Top-rated Independent Living facilities in Cedar Rapids

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Cottage Grove Place, a CCRC

2115 1st Ave SE, Cedar Rapids, IA 52402
9.3
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13 reviews
Starting at
$X,XXX/mo
Julie - I'm a loved one of a resident or client

I would recommend Cottage Grove Place. The housekeeping could be quite a bit better. The staff was overall great. The move-in process was superb. Their communication was great. The meals seemed to be very...

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Corridor Crossing Place

136 36th Ave SW, Cedar Rapids, IA 52404
9.0
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43 reviews
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$X,XXX/mo
Anonymous - I'm a loved one of a resident or client

I have been very pleased. My husband had to be in another facility for 9 days before I found Corridor Crossing Place. It was a huge facility, no windows, no outdoor area and cost more, I was very happy that...

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The Views of Cedar Rapids

3005 F Avenue Northwest, Cedar Rapids, IA 52405
8.9
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35 reviews
Starting at
$X,XXX/mo
Anonymous - I'm a loved one of a resident or client

They know the residents by name, they all seem to take part in the care and socialization of the residents. Very friendly and personable

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Top cities in Iowa for independent living

8.6
Iowa City, IA
25 facilities
8.0
West Des Moines, IA
66 facilities
8.0
Ankeny, IA
47 facilities
7.8
Des Moines, IA
73 facilities
7.5
Davenport, IA
52 facilities
7.1
Cedar Rapids, IA
46 facilities

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