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The cost of independent living in Arvada is about $4,540 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 86 options. Read 1496 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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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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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.
The Inn at Lakewood is a place where home and community come together. With spacious apartments and nearby shopping, restaurants, theatres, and places of worship, residents can maintain the lifestyle they deserve. Residents have a choice of 137 studio, one- and two-bedroom apartments, all...
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I've been at Eaton for 17 months. I recommend Eaton to all who seek an active life while aging. I love the many opportunities to socialize. I feel we here at Eaton are given the best place to age that could...
Provides: Senior Apartments
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Eaton Terrace Residences opened in 1980 to provide a congregate (meal program and scheduled transportation included), rental subsidy program to adults 62 and over.  Located near Lakewood's Belmar Town Center, this community offers 161 one-bedroom apartments with beautiful downtown and...
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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.
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Cost of independent living in Arvada, CO

The average cost of senior living in Arvada is $4,540 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Dakota Ridge, CO with an average of $4,392 per month.

Independent living costs in Arvada, CO, vs. nearby cities

Arvada, CO
$4,540/mo
$4,534/mo

Independent living costs in Arvada, CO, vs. state and national averages

Arvada, CO
$4,540/mo
U.S. national average
$4,203/mo

Independent living costs in Arvada, CO, vs. other senior living options

$5,694/mo
Independent Living
$4,540/mo

Independent living costs in Arvada, CO, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$6,323/mo
Studio
$5,798/mo
1 Bedroom
$6,248/mo
2 Bedroom
$7,493/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$4,850/mo

Senior living costs in Arvada 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: Arvada, CO
Column state: Colorado
Column national: U.S.
Community typeArvada, COColoradoU.S.
Independent Living$4,540/mo$4,441/mo$4,203/mo
Assisted Living$5,249/mo$5,181/mo$4,740/mo
Memory Care$5,694/mo$5,398/mo$5,004/mo
Independent Living
Arvada, CO:$4,540/mo
Colorado:$4,441/mo
U.S.:$4,203/mo
Assisted Living
Arvada, CO:$5,249/mo
Colorado:$5,181/mo
U.S.:$4,740/mo
Memory Care
Arvada, CO:$5,694/mo
Colorado:$5,398/mo
U.S.:$5,004/mo
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Independent living costs in Arvada, CO, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly independent living costs have shifted over the past five years in Arvada 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.

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Independent living cost trends in Arvada, CO

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Arvada 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.
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Location2024 average cost2023 average costPercent change
Arvada, CO$3,189/mo$3,090/mo+3.2%
Colorado$3,277/mo$3,262/mo+0.4%
National$3,261/mo$3,166/mo+3.0%
Arvada, CO
2024 average cost:$3,189/mo
2023 average cost:$3,090/mo
Percent change:+3.2%
Colorado
2024 average cost:$3,277/mo
2023 average cost:$3,262/mo
Percent change:+0.4%
National
2024 average cost:$3,261/mo
2023 average cost:$3,166/mo
Percent change:+3.0%
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What families are saying about independent living in Arvada

Recent reviews for independent living in Arvada

Bethesda Gardens Thornton

4.3
When my loved one was ill, the staff were very responsive to our phone calls and also offered supportive and medical care to them. The staff are very friendly and caring.

Westhaven Apartment Homes in Lakewood, CO

4.0
I have moved in to Westhaven Apartment Homes, and I really like it so far. I like that I can still maintain an independent lifestyle here, but that it is also a very active and social retirement facility. The staff is great, and they have a lot of activities like Bingo, movies, crafts, story ...
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Golden Orchard III in Wheat Ridge, CO

5.0
We love the staff and living situation for my 2 elderly parents at Golden Orchard, Finding this lovely group home was a Blessing for us. My Dad and Mom are well taken care of in every way. Such a huge difference in how well my parents are doing in this very caring group home environment!. Food ...
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Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Welcoming and friendly community atmosphere. Many reviews mention the warm and welcoming atmosphere at various communities, such as Brookdale Meridian Westland and Brookdale Meridian Arvada, where residents and staff greet each other on a first-name basis. Residents frequently comment on the friendly and helpful nature of the staff, cr ...
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Variety of engaging activities and events. Reviews highlight the wide range of activities and events offered to residents at communities like Sunrise at FlatIrons, Brookdale Meridian Arvada, and Arbor View Senior Living. Activities include crafts, games, movies, and outings to museums, parks, and other local attractions, keeping re ...
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Clean and well-maintained facilities. Several reviews praise the cleanliness and upkeep of common areas, such as the dining rooms, recreational spaces, and private apartments, at communities like Courtyard At Lakewood, Brookdale Meridian Westland, and Arbor View Senior Living.
Dedicated and caring staff. Throughout the reviews, residents and their families express appreciation for the compassionate and dedicated care provided by staff at communities like Kipling Meadows, Brookdale Meridian Westland, and Brookdale Meridian Arvada. Staff go above and beyond to make residents feel at home and ...
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Reasonable and flexible pricing. Reviews mention that the cost for living at various communities, such as Village at Belmar, Courtyard At Lakewood, and Highland Trail, is reasonable compared to other senior living options. Flexible pricing structures allow residents to choose the care and living arrangements that best fit ...
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Access to amenities and services. Communities like Kipling Meadows, Sunrise at FlatIrons, and Brookdale Meridian Westland offer a range of amenities and services, including transportation, housekeeping, and maintenance, making daily life more convenient and comfortable for residents.
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Arvada independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Arvada independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Arvada, 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 Arvada 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 Arvada partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
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Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
10.1%
20.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
25.3%
34.4%
No sugar
No sugar
22.8%
30.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
26.6%
33.6%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
10.1%
10.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Arvada 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 Arvada communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Arvada, CONational
Professional chef
Professional chef
36.7%
36.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
38%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
34.2%
37%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
20.3%
17.2%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Arvada 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 Arvada offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Arvada, CONational
Activity director
Activity director
43%
45.1%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
30.4%
28.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
25.3%
33%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
45.6%
47.5%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
46.8%
48.9%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
46.8%
54%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
40.5%
42.9%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
32.9%
38.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
39.2%
41.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
44.3%
47.1%
Live performances
Live performances
43%
46.8%
Dances
Dances
29.1%
33%
Fitness center
Fitness center
32.9%
39.5%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
43%
46.4%
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