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The cost of independent living in Murphy is about $3,639 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 93 options. Read 1526 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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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.
Parma Living Center is small family owned residential assisted living facility. Home isn't a place its a feeling. Here at Parma Living Center this isn't just a place to live, we become family. We are small 15 bed facility this makes us unique in being able to offer our residents more one on one...
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5 star
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4 star
29%
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2 star
14%
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I did feel like they were very good communicators and good at setting up assistance for the residents when they needed it. There were two facilities that we used, and I feel like The Cottages was not the...
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 Cottages of Emmett is an assisted living community that is built in the beautiful city of Emmett, Idaho in Gem County. Emmett is a small, peaceful city that hosts the Emmett Cherry festival, where residents can have a lot of fun. People who live in this city will find themselves entertained...
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5 star
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4 star
9%
3 star
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Things are going fine at Meadow View. The staff is nice and they seem to care. The facility is clean and cozy. So far, we have not had any major issues with the facility or the staff here. Things are going...
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.
Meadow View Assisted Living & Memory CareMeadow View Assisted Living & Memory Care is an assisted living community located in the quiet and welcoming city of Emmett, Gem County, Idaho. Just north of town lies the Payette River. Not only is this river scenic and beautiful, it is also a...
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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.
Apple Valley Residence is a 45 bed facility nestled in the Heart of Gem County. We are a tradition in Emmett, Idaho, as the first Assisted Living Facility established in the Valley of Plenty. Locally owned and operated since 1993, for over fifteen years Apple Valley has been...
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Cost of independent living in Murphy, ID

The average cost of senior living in Murphy is $3,639 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Homedale, ID with an average of $2,720 per month.

Independent living costs in Murphy, ID, vs. nearby cities

Murphy, ID
$3,639/mo
$3,253/mo
$3,253/mo

Independent living costs in Murphy, ID, vs. state and national averages

Murphy, ID
$3,639/mo
$3,606/mo
U.S. national average
$4,160/mo

Independent living costs in Murphy, ID, vs. other senior living options

$4,692/mo
Independent Living
$3,639/mo

Independent living costs in Murphy, ID, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$3,667/mo
Studio
$3,927/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,427/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,122/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$4,485/mo

Senior living costs in Murphy 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: Murphy, ID
Column state: Idaho
Column national: U.S.
Community typeMurphy, IDIdahoU.S.
Independent Living$3,639/mo$3,606/mo$4,160/mo
Assisted Living$2,972/mo$3,954/mo$4,703/mo
Memory Care$4,692/mo$4,154/mo$4,954/mo
Independent Living
Murphy, ID:$3,639/mo
Idaho:$3,606/mo
U.S.:$4,160/mo
Assisted Living
Murphy, ID:$2,972/mo
Idaho:$3,954/mo
U.S.:$4,703/mo
Memory Care
Murphy, ID:$4,692/mo
Idaho:$4,154/mo
U.S.:$4,954/mo
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Independent living costs in Murphy, ID, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly independent living costs have shifted over the past five years in Murphy 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 Murphy, ID

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Murphy 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
Murphy, ID$2,882/mo$2,906/mo-0.8%
Idaho$2,907/mo$2,841/mo+2.3%
National$3,261/mo$3,166/mo+3.0%
Murphy, ID
2024 average cost:$2,882/mo
2023 average cost:$2,906/mo
Percent change:-0.8%
Idaho
2024 average cost:$2,907/mo
2023 average cost:$2,841/mo
Percent change:+2.3%
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 Murphy

Recent reviews for independent living in Murphy

Grace Assisted Living at Fairview Lakes in Meridian, ID

4.7
The community was very helpful and friendly. They were easy to work with. The community does allow window visits. Once my loved one was placed on hospice we were able to see them in person. The nursing staff were pretty quick to respond to our questions about our loved one.

Arbor Village at Hillcrest in Boise, ID

4.7
I like how it seems to be a whole community versus a skilled nursing or hospital-like facility. They seem to have a variety of activities and are open to suggestions for more. People are moving about throughout the day, so I think it provides a lot of opportunity for interaction with other ...
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The Gables Assisted Living and Memory Care of Caldwell

5.0
The community is one of the best in our area. The staff is wonderful and they let me bring in my dog to visit. The community is smaller so there is more attention to the residents. I would recommend this community to others based on my experience.

Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Friendly and attentive staff. Multiple reviews mention the kindness and helpfulness of the staff at the communities. At Heatherwood Senior Living, residents and their families appreciate the staff's attentiveness and ability to address concerns promptly. At MorningStar of Boise, the sales and activities directors went th ...
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Wide range of activities. Communities offer an array of activities to keep residents engaged and active. At MorningStar of Boise, there are regular outings to various places and weekly group activities. At Chateau De Boise, residents enjoy quieter, more individualized activities and mealtimes.
Food and dining experiences. Quality meals and dining experiences are a major draw for many residents. At Heatherwood Senior Living, the food is considered excellent and residents look forward to meals every day. At MorningStar of Boise, the meals are good, but the service can be slow at times.
Clean and well-maintained facilities. Many reviews praise the cleanliness and upkeep of the facilities at the communities. At Salmon Creek, the staff does a very good job keeping the living spaces clean. At MorningStar of Boise, a few residents have noticed issues with cleanliness or maintenance, but overall, the facilities are ...
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Supportive community atmosphere. Residents value the sense of community and friendship at the communities. At Heatherwood Senior Living, new residents are welcomed with open arms. At Chateau De Boise, residents enjoy socializing with their neighbors and making new friends.
Variety of amenities. Communities offer a range of amenities for residents to enjoy. At Revel Eagle, residents love the beautiful apartments and the abundance of activities. At MorningStar of Boise, residents appreciate the convenience of the on-site laundry facilities.
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Murphy independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Murphy independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Murphy, 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 Murphy 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 Murphy partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Murphy, IDNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
16.5%
20.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
35.4%
34.4%
No sugar
No sugar
31.6%
30.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
35.4%
33.6%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
11.4%
10.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Murphy 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 Murphy communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Murphy, IDNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
29.1%
36.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
38%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
39.2%
37%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
16.5%
17.2%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Murphy 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 Murphy offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Murphy, IDNational
Activity director
Activity director
44.3%
45.1%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
27.8%
28.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
26.6%
33%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
44.3%
47.5%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
44.3%
48.9%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
49.4%
54%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
40.5%
42.9%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
30.4%
38.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
32.9%
41.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
40.5%
47.1%
Live performances
Live performances
41.8%
46.8%
Dances
Dances
36.7%
33%
Fitness center
Fitness center
17.7%
39.5%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
43%
46.4%
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Frequently Asked Questions

Revel Eagle, Heatherwood Senior Living and Paramount Parks at Eagle are the top-rated independent living facilities near Murphy, Idaho. See full list of communities.
There are 93 independent living facilities near Murphy, Idaho. See the full list.
The best independent living facility near you in Murphy, Idaho is Revel Eagle. This independent living community received the highest ranking based on verified family reviews.
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