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The cost of independent living in Estrella is about $3,770 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 467 options. Read 6496 reviews, see photos, and learn about amenities that make independent living the ideal next step for adults 55+ who wish to enjoy friendships and hobbies without the hassle of cooking and home maintenance.

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Photo of The Gardens of Sun City
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The Garden of Sun city was a clean and friendly establishment. The only problem I had was the night nurse broke my mom's nebulizer bowl for her breathing. It was never replaced. My mom enjoyed her 14-day...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Premier Assisted Living, Award-Winning Care — Tailored to Your Lifestyle Enjoy the freedom and uncomplicated living you deserve! At Gardens of Sun City, we offer a variety of options for assisted living apartments, care services, dining, and activities — so you can choose the lifestyle that...
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Quality of care so far seems to be a five. The cleanliness and friendliness are also a five as well as the administrative staff. The food itself is very good, but service is slow and not always responsive so...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
The Montecito campus is located in a picturesque valley with scenic views of the surrounding palm trees and blue skies. This is an independent and assisted living community in Peoria, Arizona. Memory care is available, as well. Employees here are caring and professional. Residents here enjoy...
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The facility was very clean and recently updated making it bright and it didn't feel old and tired. The staff was friendly and went above and beyond in showing the different apartments available and even...
Provides: Independent Living
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Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Experience the best of the Arizona lifestyle with Westgate Village. Conveniently located in Glendale, Westgate Village offers year-round sunshine and resort-like amenities, all within 30 minutes of downtown Phoenix. This brand new independent senior living community is close to the Westgate...
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Photo of The Gardens of Scottsdale
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Welcoming environment, the quality of the executive director of memory care, the longevity of staff with the facility. And all my comments are specific to memory care and not assisted living. I'm thrilled...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Located just minutes from historic Old Town Scottsdale, The Gardens of Scottsdale sits in the heart of one of 'America's Most Livable Cities' near two major Arizona State Routes. We pride ourselves in our commitment to preserve dignity, nurture the spirits of our residents, celebrate...
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We would rate the overall experience a 4.5. Although we only stayed at The Palms for 2 months, we did like it pretty well. The apartment had good storage and a laundry on the balcony. The management kept the...
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Situated in the heart of Sun City, just one block north of Bell Road and one block west of 99th Avenue, The Palms at Sun City is a vibrant community designed to help our seniors enjoy the benefits of an active lifestyle – and experience greater well-being.This inviting resort style residence...
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Staff has been fantastic, food is great with lots of choices, very good dining room hours, variety of activities. Newly remodeled building and everything is so clean. All of the residents seem very nice and...
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
The Springs is a beautiful property where you could be proud to call it 'home' with lovely furnishings throughout and an elegant dining room with delicious meals served. Affordable too! The Springs of Scottsdale is known for it's cleanliness and it's caring staff. Our Food Director prepares a...
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Legacy House was wonderful! The admin staff was kind and always very helpful. The facility was beautiful and so very affordable. The food was always delicious and my mom loved all the activities, they made...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Welcome to Legacy House of Avondale. Legacy House of Avondale, Arizona’s newest senior living community is located in one of Avondale’s up and coming neighborhoods. Legacy House of Avondale is just minutes from Banner Estrella Medical Center, Arizona State University campus, physician offices,...
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The staff was great. From management to the cleaning crew. Management even went the extra mile and visited my Uncle when he went into the hospital.
Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Embrace Your CommunityIf you’re ready to shed the burdens of everyday life and focus on the activities and relationships that bring you joy, our vibrant and active assisted living community in Chandler, Arizona might be the place for you.Surrounded by warm and welcoming residents, you will...
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Mom seems pretty happy there and everyone has been nice and helpful. We have a tight budget, so Life stream was the logical choice. Mom likes the Youngtown location too, but that one requires walking outside...
Provides: Independent Living
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Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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Photo of Cogir of Gilbert
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My parents love it. A solid 5 stars! The food is good and their room cleaning is great. Mom loves all the activities. They say the servers for their meals are friendly and nice.
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Sunrise of Gilbert is located in Gilbert, AZ, which was ranked 16th by Money Magazine as one of the Best Places to Live in 2006. With nearby restaurants, museums and golf courses, this site is located in the heart of Maricopa with easy access to major routes (Route 101 and of Route 60) and...
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Photo of MorningStar at Golden Ridge
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I don't live there, my sis and bil do, and they love it! They are grateful for good food, housekeeping 2xmonth, spacious apartment, and friendly staff. Neither of them has been able to participate in...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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Photo of The Enclave at Chandler Senior Living
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I love that we have a line dancing group. We have been practicing and performing for about 3 years. New members are starting to join. It’s a lot of fun.
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
You're going to feel right at home here. The Enclave at Chandler Senior Living offers a wonderful blend of urban life with beautiful park-like surroundings. And the contrast between the desert landscape and the city is awe-inspiring. The Arizona Railway Museum, a variety of golf courses, and the...
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It's excellent . Wonderful staff and residents. The only thing is when someone pushes their necklace/call button for help there can be a long lag time to get a response. I worry about that happening during...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Irresistibly located in the Arcadia area of the Camelback Corridor, Clarendale Arcadia offers “connected living”—a vibrant life near family, friends and everything that matters to residents.You’re just down the street from fine dining at Tomaso's, Tarbell's, Hillstone, and The Gladly, plus...
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It was a safe place and all the staff cared for my mom. They were available when she needed them and always showed care and concern and compassion
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Step into a Sunrise Assisted Living community and you can't help but feel at home. We stop at nothing to make your experience warm and inviting, from our homelike exterior architecture, to our comfortable community areas and choice of suites to our exceptional outdoor gardens and landscaping....
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What we like the most about the community is that it is very clean, friendly staff, modern facility and yes we would recommend the community to other families.
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Inspira Arrowhead will be a state-of-the-art senior living community with Independent Living, Assisted Living, and Memory Care resident options. Inspira Arrowhead will be located in a campus environment including restaurants such as Kneader’s Bakery and Starbucks, The Church of Joy, and a future...
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The Groves 5 stars on all but Food...as I said, my last contact was a year ago and at that time they were trying different approaches to food and dining...in general, food was O.K., it was the delivery that...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
The Groves, A Merrill Gardens Community is an assisted living community located in Goodyear, Arizona, in Maricopa County and home to over 74,000 people. Goodyear is in a suburb of Phoenix and home to beautiful scenic areas such as South Lake Park in Estella with its water views and palm trees....
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You can stop your search for your assisted living facility. Here at Clearwater you find the most positive mental attitude among the residents. As in the three bears story, this place is “JUST RIGHT”. The...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Clearwater Ahwatukee offers you a warm and welcoming senior living experience with luxurious services and amenities that put it a cut above the rest. You’ll feel at home right away with our friendly staff and residents, bright and spacious apartments, and community perks like a saltwater pool and...
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The Place is clean and the staff is very nice and helpful. I would recommend it to other individuals that need assisted living.
Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Trustwell Living at Kingswood Place is a gracious assisted living community located in a quiet neighborhood in Surprise, Arizona. We are located just two miles north of Surprise Community Park. Many residents and their families enjoy the park for its many recreational activities as well as close...
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[name removed], an employee that worked on the administrative staff was incredible. She always had a smile and got things done. Service staff was poorly trained and it showed. Every meal was a minimum of 10...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
When you think of retirement living, what do you see? If cookie-cutter apartments, quiet hallways, bland food and stereotypical activities come to mind, then think again. Over twenty years of experience have taught us that today's seniors want more choices and are leading a more active lifestyle...
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The only reason I treated a 4 is they have had staffing issues with the kitchen that has affected food quality. Those issues seem to have been worked out, but time will tell. Some issues getting access to...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Palos Verdes is the premier senior living community in Peoria, Arizona just northwest of Phoenix. We offer independent living, assisted living and Dementia / Memory Care in Peoria, Arizona. Palos Verdes Senior Living puts a new level of affordable luxury within your reach - including 'At Your...
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The facility is older and is in need of upgrades. But the friendliness and cooperation of staff with residents is excellent. Flavor and variety are quite good. But too much soft white flour items, not...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
At our independent, assisted living and memory care community in Phoenix, Arizona, you can enjoy all the comforts of retirement without the burdens of home ownership, cleaning, cooking, and more. Instead of wasting your energy on the responsibilities you’ve carried for decades, you can wake up...
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The main Palazzo (assisted living) seems really great. Lots to do. All kinds of facilities. Staff and residents quite friendly. The memory care unit seems to be lacking. But from what I've heard, all memory...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
The Palazzo is a full Continuing Care Community offering Independent Living, Assisted Living, Memory Care and Skilled Nursing. At The Palazzo, we are able to cater to your needs whether you are looking for independence in an environment with social activities, wonderful meals, housekeeping and...
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I can tell you right now, I rate your facility a 5 in every area. The staff is excellent. Best we have ever seen. They all specialize in dementia so they have so much empathy for everyone
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
With more than 30 thriving communities, Cadence Living® is proud to offer a safe, friendly and comfortable environment for thousands of happy residents across the country to call home. Our experienced leadership and team members serve with integrity, compassion and expertise as they strive to...
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Staff are kind and caring, but not enough of them sometimes. Activities are very good, music, bingo, crafts etc. Dining is quite good, even my picky mother is quite happy. Overall I highly recommend.
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Adventure ReadyLocated between the residential and commercial areas of Mesa, Arizona, our assisted living and memory care community offers residents a combination of peaceful country life and convenient access to grocery stores, doctors offices, and more. You will never find yourself wanting for...
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I would rate each one with a five. Cadence was a great place. Everyone from staff to resident are so friendly and welcoming. The place was clean and more importantly, it didn't smell. Food was really good....
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Imagine living in a beautiful setting designed to bring out the very best in you. Say hello to Cadence Chandler, a dynamic retirement community offering an upscale lifestyle with rich amenities and engaging holistic programming for every part of life, including independent and assisted living...
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Cost of independent living in Estrella, AZ

The average cost of senior living in Estrella is $3,770 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Goodyear, AZ with an average of $2,879 per month.

Independent living costs in Estrella, AZ, vs. nearby cities

Estrella, AZ
$3,770/mo
$3,047/mo
$2,879/mo

Independent living costs in Estrella, AZ, vs. state and national averages

Estrella, AZ
$3,770/mo
$4,002/mo
U.S. national average
$4,247/mo

Independent living costs in Estrella, AZ, vs. other senior living options

$4,667/mo
Independent Living
$3,770/mo

Independent living costs in Estrella, AZ, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$2,185/mo
Studio
$3,092/mo
1 Bedroom
$3,370/mo
2 Bedroom
$4,447/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$4,317/mo

Senior living costs in Estrella vs. state and national costs

Cost comparison table showing community type costs by location. This table contains 3 rows of data across 4 columns.
Column communityType: Community type
Column destination: Estrella, AZ
Column state: Arizona
Column national: U.S.
Community typeEstrella, AZArizonaU.S.
Independent Living$3,770/mo$4,002/mo$4,247/mo
Assisted Living$3,710/mo$3,966/mo$4,784/mo
Memory Care$4,667/mo$4,725/mo$5,056/mo
Independent Living
Estrella, AZ:$3,770/mo
Arizona:$4,002/mo
U.S.:$4,247/mo
Assisted Living
Estrella, AZ:$3,710/mo
Arizona:$3,966/mo
U.S.:$4,784/mo
Memory Care
Estrella, AZ:$4,667/mo
Arizona:$4,725/mo
U.S.:$5,056/mo
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Independent living costs in Estrella, AZ, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly independent living costs have shifted over the past five years in Estrella and how those changes compare with state and national trends. The figures represent quarterly averages of what seniors actually paid after moving into A Place for Mom partner communities.

Estrella, AZAZ stateNational

Independent living cost trends in Estrella, AZ

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Estrella have changed in the last two years and how those changes compare with state and national trends. The figures represent averages of actual costs paid by seniors who moved into A Place for Mom partner communities in 2023 and 2024.

Cost comparison table showing 2023 and 2024 median costs by location. This table contains 3 rows of data across 4 columns.
Column location: Location
Column cost2024: 2024 average cost
Column cost2023: 2023 average cost
Column percentChange: Percent change
Location2024 average cost2023 average costPercent change
Estrella, AZ$2,638/mo$2,683/mo-1.7%
Arizona$2,784/mo$2,810/mo-0.9%
National$3,257/mo$3,166/mo+2.9%
Estrella, AZ
2024 average cost:$2,638/mo
2023 average cost:$2,683/mo
Percent change:-1.7%
Arizona
2024 average cost:$2,784/mo
2023 average cost:$2,810/mo
Percent change:-0.9%
National
2024 average cost:$3,257/mo
2023 average cost:$3,166/mo
Percent change:+2.9%
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What families are saying about independent living in Estrella

Recent reviews for independent living in Estrella

Robson Reserve at Sun Lakes

5.0
Their meals were outstanding! We love love love The Renaissance! Unfortunately my mother-in-law couldn't get along with her neighbor so it was her problem, not the communities, but we decided to move her out. We're still sad that it didn't work out.

Solterra Senior Living in Chandler, AZ

4.0
My loved one was only here for a short respite stay. The only thing that she really complained about is that they didn't always knock before they came in. We had arranged for a female to come and do the shower on a certain day, and a male showed up on a different day to help her. She liked the ...
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The Palazzo in Phoenix, AZ

4.4
People and staff are friendly and activities are great! My mom has been concerned about food quality lately and knows there have been meetings regarding overall impressions of food. I would recommend The Palazzo to others looking.

Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Engaging and varied activities for residents. At Verena at Gilbert, residents can participate in a multitude of activities, including card games, yoga, pool activities, aerobics, art classes, and more. Residents at this community find joy in the social opportunities and the chance to stay active. However, at Vista del Rio, some resident ...
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Friendly, attentive, and caring staff. Numerous reviews praise the staff at various communities for their friendliness, attentiveness, and care. For instance, at Fellowship Square Historic Mesa, staff members go above and beyond to ensure residents feel welcome and comfortable, while at Atria Chandler Villas, the staff's kindness ...
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Beautifully maintained facilities and grounds. The cleanliness and upkeep of the facilities and grounds were highlighted in several reviews. At Garden Ridge, the grounds are described as beautiful and kept up immaculately, while at The Park at Copper Creek, the park at Copper Creek is a popular spot for residents to enjoy the scenery and ...
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Delicious and accommodating meals. Quality meals are a significant factor in residents' overall satisfaction with their community. At Atria Chandler Villas, the restaurant-style setup offers a variety of meal choices, while the kitchen staff at The Forum at Desert Harbor accommodate dietary restrictions and individual prefere ...
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Thoughtful amenities and accommodations. Several communities provide thoughtful amenities and accommodations to enhance residents' living experience. At McDowell Village, residents appreciate the convenience of having a pool and well-maintained grounds, while at The Villages at Youngtown, the laundry facility and secure campus make ...
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Welcoming and inclusive community environment. A warm and welcoming community atmosphere is crucial for many residents' happiness. At Westgate Village, residents have made new friends and feel at home, while at Beatitudes Campus, a CCRC, the non-profit status allows staff to focus on serving the residents rather than profits. Moreover, a ...
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Estrella independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Estrella independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Estrella, but support comparisons against nationwide offerings. Our Senior Living Advisors can help you find communities that fit your preferences.

Availability of select dietary accommodations in Estrella independent living

Independent living communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of Estrella partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Estrella, AZNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
10.6%
20.9%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
28.9%
35.2%
No sugar
No sugar
28%
31.6%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
28.3%
34.3%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
10.9%
11.1%
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Availability of select dining options in Estrella independent living

Our independent living communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of Estrella communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Estrella, AZNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
28.9%
37.1%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
31.7%
44.3%
Room service
Room service
29.4%
37.7%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
16.8%
17.5%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Estrella independent living

Senior living communities offer a variety of programming to keep seniors socially, mentally, and physically vibrant. The chart below shows what percentage of partnered independent living communities in Estrella offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Estrella, AZNational
Activity director
Activity director
32.8%
46%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
21%
28.9%
Community service programs
Community service programs
23.2%
33.8%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
33.3%
48.1%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
38.1%
49.6%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
38.4%
54.7%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
29.4%
43.8%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
30.5%
39.2%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
30.5%
42.6%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
35.9%
47.9%
Live performances
Live performances
36.7%
47.5%
Dances
Dances
25.8%
33.8%
Fitness center
Fitness center
26.9%
40.3%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
35.9%
47.2%
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Frequently Asked Questions

Oasis at Mesa Palms, LifeStream at Glendale and Copper Springs Retirement Community are the top-rated independent living facilities near Estrella, Arizona. See full list of communities.
There are 467 independent living facilities near Estrella, Arizona. See the full list.
The best independent living facilities near you in Estrella, Arizona are Oasis at Mesa Palms, LifeStream at Glendale and Copper Springs Retirement Community. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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