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The cost of independent living in Baxter is about $4,201 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 11 options. Read 51 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 Villa Pueblo Senior Living Community
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33 Floor plans available
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We chose Villa Pueblo because they had the best value for the money and absolutely the best view! The staff are always very helpful and kind. Mom says the hamburger used there is the worst she has ever had.
Provides: Assisted Living, 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.
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.
Villa Pueblo is one of the city's premier retirement communities, offering a full continuum of care including independent living, assisted living, and skilled nursing care.  You never know who you'll meet at Villa Pueblo — you may reconnect with old friends, or meet new ones! And, the...
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1818 Floor plans available
7.2
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19 reviews
7.2
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19 reviews
5 star
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The facility and apartments are very nice and updated. The administration are very friendly and respond quickly. So if a person is independent and requires little care, this is a good place. The activities...
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 can create the home you want at Bonaventure ,and it always comes with warmth and good old-fashioned service with a smile, which is why so many recommend us. Just ask our residents;more than 9 out of 10 current residents, enthusiastically recommend us to their friends and families.
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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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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.
Primrose Retirement Community of Pueblo is located in Pueblo, Colorado. We strive to create a happy and dignified living environment for our elderly residents. Our independent housing facility offers a fitness center, theater and pub. Our dining area looks like a bistro, not a hospital dining...
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Provides: Assisted 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.
Provides: Senior Apartments
Care types provided by this community
Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Photo of Chateau at Sharmar 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.
Photo of North Point Gardens
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.
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Cost of independent living in Baxter, CO

The average cost of senior living in Baxter is $4,201 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Rocky Ford, CO with an average of $2,641 per month.

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Baxter, CO vs. nearby cities

Baxter, CO
$4,201/mo
$4,201/mo
$3,783/mo

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Baxter, CO vs. the state and national average

Baxter, CO
$4,201/mo
U.S. national average
$4,033/mo

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Baxter vs. other types of senior living

$4,334/mo
Independent Living
$4,201/mo

Median monthly costs of Independent Living in Baxter, CO by room type

Studio
$4,043/mo
1 Bedroom
$3,817/mo
2 Bedroom
$4,492/mo

Average cost of Independent Living in Baxter over time

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What families are saying about independent living in Baxter

Recent reviews for independent living in Baxter

Cappella at Pueblo West

4.6
Great people, the building is one floor and great for any type of physical limitations and all types of services are provided from laundry and housekeeping if needed. They also have local transportation which is very helpful. They have been having all kinds of staffing problems and consistency ...
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Bonaventure of Pueblo

3.4
The facility and apartments are very nice and updated. The administration are very friendly and respond quickly. So if a person is independent and requires little care, this is a good place. The activities on the calendar do not always happen. The breakdown is information getting to the aids ...
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Villa Pueblo Senior Living Community

5.0
My Dad was looking to downsize after an unexpected hospital stay. My Dad was still independent but we thought a community setting would be good for him. Dad liked the Pueblo Villa independent living option. He said the food is good and he’s found a group of friends to eat with. He was also able ...
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Baxter independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Baxter independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Baxter, 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 Baxter 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 Baxter partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Baxter, CONational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
12.5%
20.1%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
25%
33.5%
No sugar
No sugar
12.5%
30.2%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
12.5%
32.8%
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Availability of select dining options in Baxter 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 Baxter communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Baxter, CONational
Professional chef
Professional chef
25%
35.7%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
25%
42.7%
Room service
Room service
25%
36.2%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
12.5%
17%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Baxter 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 Baxter offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Baxter, CONational
Activity director
Activity director
25%
44.2%
Community service programs
Community service programs
25%
32.2%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
37.5%
47.2%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
25%
48.3%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
37.5%
53.5%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
25%
42.1%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
25%
37.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
25%
40.7%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
25%
46.5%
Live performances
Live performances
25%
46.2%
Dances
Dances
12.5%
31.9%
Fitness center
Fitness center
25%
39.2%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
25%
45.7%
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Frequently Asked Questions

Brookdale El Camino, Villa Pueblo Senior Living Community and Pueblo Regent are the top-rated independent living facilities near Baxter, Colorado. See full list of communities.

There are 11 independent living facilities near Baxter, Colorado. See the full list.

The best independent living facility near you in Baxter, Colorado is Brookdale El Camino. This independent living community received the highest ranking based on verified family reviews.

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