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The cost of independent living in Dakota Ridge is about $4,026 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 292 options.

Read 5461 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 Littleton, Denver and Aurora.

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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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Of course no place is perfect, but since manager [name removed] took over more about two years ago, she and her staff have been working hard to affect many improvements. They've been addressing both the...
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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The place was great!
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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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.
Southview Place Apartments is a community that feels like home. Lush landscaping featuring brick patios at the outside pool, well lit parking area and circle drive, guest parking and covered entryways, and a staff that constantly updates and maintians the complex...all contribute to the fact that...
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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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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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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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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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...
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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My mother has been living at the Milwaukee Memory Care residence for the last 3 months. This move was a welcomed relief from her former residence. I feel confident that RM is providing the care they...
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.
Rocky Mountain Assisted Living is dedicated to providing seniors with all the care and resources they need to live in a comfortable assisted living facility. Our goal is to enable them to customize their care plan so that they can get the care they want, when they want it. We are proud to be a...
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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.
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: 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: 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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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
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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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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.
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: 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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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 Dakota Ridge, CO

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

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

Dakota Ridge, CO
$4,026/mo
U.S. national average
$3,520/mo

Independent living costs in Dakota Ridge, CO, vs. other senior living options

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

Independent living costs in Dakota Ridge, CO, by floor plan type

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

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

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

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Dakota Ridge 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
Column percentChange: Percent change
Location2024 average cost2023 average costPercent change
Dakota Ridge, 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%
Dakota Ridge, 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 Dakota Ridge

Recent reviews for independent living in Dakota Ridge

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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Pinewood Lodge in Aurora, CO

5.0
Everyone at the Pinewood Lodge community is so nice, and it seems like a happy place. It is a very clean and seems that residents as well as visitors are very respectful and care for the facility

Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Welcoming and friendly staff and residents. Several reviews mention the warm and friendly atmosphere at the community, with residents and staff greeting each other by name Ciel at Applewood, Ciel of Arvada, Lakeview Senior Living, Courtyard At Lakewood. One resident enjoys the positive and heart-felt interactions with staff Ciel ...
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Variety of activities for residents. Residents enjoy numerous activities offered at the community, such as card games, movies, Bible study, and social events Ciel of Arvada, Ciel at Applewood, Lakeview Senior Living. One resident particularly loves playing cards and watching movies with popcorn Ciel of Arvada.
Decent value for the price. Several reviews mention the value for the money at the community, with one resident expressing satisfaction with the meals and dining service and another noting that it's one of the best places for the money Courtyard At Lakewood, Lakeview Senior Living.
Clean and well-maintained facilities. Reviews consistently praise the cleanliness and upkeep of the community, with several noting the lovely decorations and attractive appearance Ciel of Arvada, Ciel at Applewood, Courtyard At Lakewood.
Responsive and helpful staff. Families appreciate the responsiveness and friendliness of the staff, with residents' needs being met and their questions answered promptly Ciel of Arvada, Ciel at Applewood, Lakeview Senior Living.
Amenities for pets. One resident expresses appreciation for being able to live with their dog at the community Ciel of Arvada.
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Dakota Ridge independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Dakota Ridge independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Dakota Ridge, 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 Dakota Ridge 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 Dakota Ridge partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Dakota Ridge, CONational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
16.4%
21.2%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
30.1%
35.7%
No sugar
No sugar
26.7%
32%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
32.9%
34.8%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
14%
11.7%
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Availability of select dining options in Dakota Ridge 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 Dakota Ridge communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Dakota Ridge, CONational
Professional chef
Professional chef
36%
37.6%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
39%
44.8%
Room service
Room service
34.9%
38.2%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
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Availability of select programs and activities in Dakota Ridge 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 Dakota Ridge offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
41.8%
46.5%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
31.5%
29.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
31.2%
34.2%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
42.1%
48.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
46.2%
50.1%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
50%
54.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
40.4%
44.2%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
34.9%
39.7%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
40.8%
43%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
43.2%
48.3%
Live performances
Live performances
42.8%
48.1%
Dances
Dances
31.8%
34.3%
Fitness center
Fitness center
35.3%
40.8%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
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Sky Pointe Retirement Resort, Brookdale Littleton and MorningStar of Littleton are the top-rated independent living facilities near Dakota Ridge, Colorado. See full list of communities.
There are 292 independent living facilities near Dakota Ridge, Colorado. See the full list.
The best independent living facilities near you in Dakota Ridge, Colorado are Sky Pointe Retirement Resort, Lakewood Estates and Ciel at Applewood. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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