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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
64 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
9.7
Review Score
113 reviews
Starting at
$X,XXX/mo
Anonymous - I live or lived in this community

All is going well, we really like it here. It is a very nice facility and it is very easy to make friends. The apartments are lovely, it is easy to relax and just enjoy life!

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Attivo Trail Waukee

835 NE Boston Parkway, Waukee, IA 50263
9.6
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13 reviews
Starting at
$X,XXX/mo
Jimsey S - I'm a current/former resident or client

Retiring and moving halfway across the United States was not an easy move, but once here at Attivo Trail life fell into place. The staff is very attentive and responsive to questions and concerns. The...

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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
Review Score
87 reviews
Starting at
$X,XXX/mo
Sandra - I'm a current/former resident or client

The employees here are extremely passionate about each and every one's experience when coming here and make it feels so comfortable and welcomed to the tenants, staff, and future tenants.

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Rock Creek Senior Living

3602 NW 5th Street, Ankeny, IA 50023
8.9
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27 reviews
Starting at
$X,XXX/mo
Lynn - I'm a loved one of a resident or client

Friendly, courteous, thoughtful, very caring, ready to help in any situation, and meals tasty and fitting of all diets. We picked this community because of the staff, location, and reviews from people.

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The Suites of Ankeny

420 NW Ash Dr, Ankeny, IA 50023
8.0
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4 reviews
Starting at
$X,XXX/mo
Anonymous - I'm a loved one of a resident or client

All categories are 5. Mom and Dad have had a great experience at The Suites of Ankeny. They take great care of them and the staff has gone above and beyond to make them feel welcome and at home.

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Top-rated Independent Living facilities in West Des Moines

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Attivo Trail Waukee

835 NE Boston Parkway, Waukee, IA 50263
9.6
Review Score
13 reviews
Starting at
$X,XXX/mo
Jimsey S - I'm a current/former resident or client

Retiring and moving halfway across the United States was not an easy move, but once here at Attivo Trail life fell into place. The staff is very attentive and responsive to questions and concerns. The...

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Independence Village of Waukee

1650 SE Holiday Crest Circle, Waukee, IA 50263
9.5
Review Score
142 reviews
Starting at
$X,XXX/mo
John P - I'm a current/former resident or client

[name removed] out director really cares about everyone here at Independence Village of Waukee. All the staff are Great! This is as good as it can get.

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Glen Meadows Retirement

850 S 60th St #1000, West Des Moines, IA 50266
9.5
Review Score
6 reviews
Starting at
$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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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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32 reviews
Starting at
$X,XXX/mo
Martha R - I'm a loved one of a resident or client

Extremely helpful in getting my 103 yr. old mother get settled. They go out of their way . Staff and residents are SO friendly. Beautiful inside and out. Not so overpowering as some facilities are. I...

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Edencrest at Riverwoods

2210 East Park Avenue, Des Moines, IA 50320
8.7
Review Score
39 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
8.6
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66 reviews
Starting at
$X,XXX/mo
RS - I'm a loved one of a resident or client

I would. The people who live there seem to be happy and have fun. The property is really nice and [names removed] have been very helpful on several occasions. I'd say it's nice. I wish Mom would do more....

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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
9.4
Review Score
14 reviews
Starting at
$X,XXX/mo
Anonymous - I live or lived in this community

I miss the people. Cleanliness was great They were always friendly The food was excellent, especially the house salad. For me it was very expensive it took all my retirement money and I was one of the...

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The Views of Cedar Rapids

3005 F Avenue Northwest, Cedar Rapids, IA 52405
9.3
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39 reviews
Starting at
$X,XXX/mo
Leeann - I'm a loved one of a resident or client

Our loved one has now passed, but they were Wonderful!! They have very caring staff. Never smelled bad. They took really good care of my mom and we would absolutely recommend them to other families.

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Boyson Heights Senior Living

765 Boyson Rd NE, Cedar Rapids, IA 52402
9.1
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17 reviews
Starting at
$X,XXX/mo
Mary Richmond - I'm a loved one of a resident or client

Our mother in law loves Boyson. The staff is very caring and friendly. She has a cat and the entire facility fell in love with him and always dropped in to visit. She really enjoyed the attention she got.

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Top cities in Iowa for independent living

8.6
Iowa City, IA
25 facilities
8.5
Davenport, IA
52 facilities
8.3
West Des Moines, IA
66 facilities
8.2
Ankeny, IA
47 facilities
8.1
Des Moines, IA
73 facilities
7.7
Cedar Rapids, IA
46 facilities

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