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The cost of independent living in Cherry Creek is about $4,026 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 106 options.

Read 2424 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. You may also consider nearby communities such as Denver, Littleton and Golden.

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She needs more people of their staff. They have nice activities, but ny cousin is in her 60ies, but there is nobody less than 70 and they are not easy to let anyone new in. They also don't celebrate all the...
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.
Welcome to Lowry Park!We are Lowry’s most affordable retirement community!Whether you are looking for retirement living, or assisted living services, Lowry Park can accommodate your needs!Safe, affordable and conveniently located, Lowry Park is adjacent to 40 acres of parks and recreational...
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I have enjoyed living here. I would recommend the community to others for their loved ones. This has been a great experience for a 55+ community. Some of the activities include card games, golf putting...
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.
Vita Littleton features one and two bedroom apartment homes with luxury amenities for adults 55+. Our brand gorgeous apartments in Littleton feature designer finishes, quartz countertops, high-end kitchens with gas ranges, energy efficient stainless steel appliances and private balconies or...
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From the first moments I spoke with [name removed], the sales specialist at Overture 9th & CO, I knew my father would have a special new place to call home. I was uncertain of the move-in process amidst the...
Provides: Independent Living, Senior Apartments
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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.
Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
NOW OPEN! MOVE IN TODAY! Your life is on track. Now’s the time to experience a carefree lifestyle that lets you do what you really want, when you want. That’s the true spirit of independence at Overture. Here, you can focus on your passions, discover new interests, bond with new friends and so...
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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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We have lived at The Village at Hampden Town Center for 6 years. We were so pleased to find a Senior Facility so close to shopping, light Rail and access to the major transportation arteries located nearby....
Provides: Independent Living, Senior Apartments
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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.
Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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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Provides: Independent Living, Senior Apartments
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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.
Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Shalom Cares is a senior housing community located in Aurora, Colorado, in the heart of Arapaho County. Our community offers a beautifully landscaped campus and a peaceful, serene setting. Perfectly situated in the Denver Metro area, Shalom Cares is easily accessible for visiting friends and...
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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.
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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.
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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.
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Provides: Assisted Living, Nursing Homes
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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.
Nursing Homes: Nursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.
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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.
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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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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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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.
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My dad has been here since October. The care he is receiving is wonderful. Our family visits every day, and everyone we meet is quite extraordinary. It's not easy to find a place that has this quality and...
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.
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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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The staff at Clermont Park is very friendly and helpful-willing to address any concerns or issues. The housekeeping seems to be fine. I have not tried the meals, but there is a good variety and several...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living, Nursing Homes
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.
Nursing Homes: Nursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.
When it comes to quality senior living and trusted care, Christian Living Communities has a proven history of providing services you can count on. At Clermont Park, we continue that tradition with exceptional surroundings and dependable, compassionate care. Clermont Park is a complete community...
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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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I have been very pleased with the care that my mother has been receiving at this community, The staff have been absolutely wonderful and really have made sure my mom has felt comfortable and welcomed in her...
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.
Canterbury Gardens provides a full range of choices for today's seniors. Choosing a senior living community represents a lifestyle choice and we understand that our residents are choosing much more than a comfortable living environment to call home. Our community delivers both Independent and...
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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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residing at 3425 Sherman for 8YRS. I most appreciate their services: CLEAN; hallway carpets are vacumned weekly hallways & social common areas are well-lighted LAUNDRY...
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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.

Cost of independent living in Cherry Creek, CO

The average cost of senior living in Cherry Creek is $4,026 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Denver, CO with an average of $3,808 per month.

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

Cherry Creek, CO
$4,026/mo
U.S. national average
$3,520/mo

Independent living costs in Cherry Creek, CO, vs. other senior living options

$7,345/mo
Independent Living
$4,026/mo

Independent living costs in Cherry Creek, CO, by floor plan type

Studio
$3,694/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,421/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,956/mo

Senior living costs in Cherry Creek 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: Cherry Creek, CO
Column state: Colorado
Column national: U.S.
Community typeCherry Creek, COColoradoU.S.
Independent Living$4,026/mo$3,831/mo$3,520/mo
Assisted Living$6,395/mo$6,474/mo$5,830/mo
Memory Care$7,345/mo$7,448/mo$6,999/mo
Independent Living
Cherry Creek, CO:$4,026/mo
Colorado:$3,831/mo
U.S.:$3,520/mo
Assisted Living
Cherry Creek, CO:$6,395/mo
Colorado:$6,474/mo
U.S.:$5,830/mo
Memory Care
Cherry Creek, CO:$7,345/mo
Colorado:$7,448/mo
U.S.:$6,999/mo
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Independent living costs in Cherry Creek, CO, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly independent living costs have shifted over the past five years in Cherry Creek 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 Cherry Creek, CO

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Cherry Creek 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 average 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
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Location2024 average cost2023 average costPercent change
Cherry Creek, CO$3,482/mo$3,572/mo-2.5%
Colorado$3,470/mo$3,502/mo-0.9%
National$3,416/mo$3,319/mo+2.9%
Cherry Creek, CO
2024 average cost:$3,482/mo
2023 average cost:$3,572/mo
Percent change:-2.5%
Colorado
2024 average cost:$3,470/mo
2023 average cost:$3,502/mo
Percent change:-0.9%
National
2024 average cost:$3,416/mo
2023 average cost:$3,319/mo
Percent change:+2.9%
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What families are saying about independent living in Cherry Creek

Recent reviews for independent living in Cherry Creek

Rocky Mountain Assisted Living at Chestnut Hill in Highlands Ranch, CO

5.0
We moved our father in here back in 2008 and he was here for 6 years. They took great care of him and the staff including management were very accommodating. I would recommend them to anyone looking for a caring clean home.

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

Warm and friendly community atmosphere. Many reviews highlight the welcoming and friendly atmosphere at the senior living communities. For instance, at Springbrooke Senior Living, residents and their families appreciate the small community size that makes it easy to get to know each other. In addition, the people are described as ve ...
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Quality meals and dining experiences. Residents often express satisfaction with the food quality and dining experiences at their communities. At Brookdale Tamarac Square, the meals are described as good, with plenty of options and the chef accommodating dietary restrictions. Another community, The Ivy Mountain View, mentions the ...
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Variety of activities for residents. A common theme among reviews is the variety of activities offered at the senior living communities. For example, at The Ivy Mountain View, residents enjoy bingo nights, dinner on Monday, Active Minds on Wednesday, Happy Hour on Wednesday with live music, and brunch every other Sunday. Other co ...
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Professional and helpful staff. Several reviews mention the friendliness and professionalism of the staff members at their communities. For instance, at The Ivy Mountain View, the staff is described as trying their best, smiling at and with residents, and prioritizing building relationships with residents and their families. ...
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Clean and well-maintained facilities. Reviews consistently mention the cleanliness and upkeep of the communities, whether it's for the private rooms or communal areas. For instance, at Brookdale Tamarac Square, the facility is described as very clean and bright, with lots of natural light and great art activities. Another communit ...
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Individually tailored care and accommodations. Some reviews mention the accommodating nature of the caregivers and the flexibility they offer in meeting residents' needs. For example, at Cherry Creek Retirement Village, the staff are described as extremely helpful and sensitive to resident needs. Another community, Garden Plaza of Aurora ...
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Cherry Creek independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Cherry Creek independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Cherry Creek, 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 Cherry Creek 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 Cherry Creek partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Cherry Creek, CONational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
22.9%
21.1%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
36.5%
35.6%
No sugar
No sugar
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31.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
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34.7%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
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Availability of select dining options in Cherry Creek 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 Cherry Creek communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
41.7%
37.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
45.8%
44.7%
Room service
Room service
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38%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
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Availability of select programs and activities in Cherry Creek 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 Cherry Creek offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Cherry Creek, CONational
Activity director
Activity director
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46.3%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
35.4%
29.2%
Community service programs
Community service programs
40.6%
34%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
45.8%
48.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
54.2%
50%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
57.3%
54.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
51%
44.2%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
42.7%
39.5%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
47.9%
42.9%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
51%
48.2%
Live performances
Live performances
51%
47.9%
Dances
Dances
35.4%
34.1%
Fitness center
Fitness center
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40.6%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
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Inn at Greenwood Village, Brookdale Greenwood Village and Sky Pointe Retirement Resort are the top-rated independent living facilities near Cherry Creek, Colorado. See full list of communities.
There are 106 independent living facilities near Cherry Creek, Colorado. See the full list.
The best independent living facilities near you in Cherry Creek, Colorado are Sky Pointe Retirement Resort, Ciel at Applewood and Lakewood Estates. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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