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The cost of independent living in Barrington Hills is about $6,620 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 44 options. Read 1809 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 Atrium at Oak Crest Residence
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My mom is very happy and it is a small place which we all like. Yes, I would recommend Atrium at Oak Crest Residence to other families based on the experience so far .
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.
Founded in 1904 offering a unique person centered approach to care Oak Crest provides the most intimate, individualized care available. Private spaces complimented with warm and welcoming common areas gives way to a style and character that can only be found in an elite setting. Staff members are...
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It was very clean and modern and the staff seems extremely friendly with a lot of activities for the residents! I would absolutely recommend them to others who are searching for a community.
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.
Introducing The Grand at Twin Lakes, a full service senior living community with 24/7 onsite Assistance With Activities of Daily Living which allows residents to gracefully age in place.Located on Twin Lakes in Palatine, The Grand is designed with the active senior in mind. You’re just steps away...
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Photo of Evolve at Lake Zurich
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8.4
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The place is very clean and bright. The CNAs are super kind, they seem like they really care about my dad and the residents. Sometimes there's a bit of a wait though when you buzz for someone, but that's to...
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.
Dedicated to Good LivingPathway to Living’s longstanding mission is to transform the way society thinks about aging and senior living. Azpira Place of Lake Zurich community is an extension of that promise. We are steadfast in our commitment to cultivate a genuine home for you or your loved one....
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I like the staff very much. They are warm, friendly, and very good at caring for the residents. I understand that it can be hard, but the food is a bit tasteless and not very warm. They could spend a little...
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.
There's a reason Bickford stands out in the world of senior living. Our focus? Ensuring your loved one feels at home, with delicious meals straight from our scratch kitchen, a roster of engaging activities, and the constant company of our devoted caregivers. But that's not all. Our HigherPath...
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8.0
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8.0
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I don't have any negative feedback whatsoever . The facility has been a good fit for my mother in law. As I have recently toured facilities for my mother, I've noticed some are newer, brighter, and have...
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.
Part of the magic of retirement is that it's time to relax and enjoy all you've worked for through the years. It's time to dream. Time to socialize. Time to take up a new hobby. Because we are a rental community, there is no long term financial commitment or ownership through an endowment fee....
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We chose Alden Horizon because the friendliness of the people and the value for the money. The apartments are good size, we have a 1 bedroom and it is perfect for what we need. They do have full kitchens and...
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.
Alden Horizon is an independent living community in Barrington, IL. Barrington is a part of Cook County, and it provides great entertainment options and attractions. Residents and their guests enjoy checking out The Catlow Theater, as well as the areas golf courses and inns. This beautiful area...
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It was great, just more of an apartment than anything else. They serve six dinners a week. My mom was falling all the time and we should have had her in a different facility the whole time. She wasn't eating...
Provides: Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
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.
Photo of Prairieview At The Garlands
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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Very nice apartment living. Advertised as a no smoking building, but smokers congregate at front door, well within the required 15 b feet. No participation in the community by management. Love the...
Provides: Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
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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Photo of Zurich Meadows
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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 The Reisdences of Lake in the Hills
Provides: Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
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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Very happy with this facility. It's next over to their assisted living facility so I am next door to my husband who is there. Their programs are wonderful.
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.
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My mother had Alzheimer's. She stayed at The Vines. First I should say that the owners are personal friends of mine for over 40 years. But don't write off my review. The owners are not some big...
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.
Photo of Midlothian Manor
Provides: Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
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.
Midlothian Manor is Shared Senior Housing. The Manor’s 14 private first floor apartments house self-reliant seniors who would like more companionship, and yet they gleefully give up household chores, yard work and cooking meals.We can’t wait to welcome you as our newest ”family” member.
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Provides: Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
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.
Provides: Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
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.
Photo of Westwind Tower
Provides: Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
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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Everything is going great since my move here. The place is very comfortable and everyone is very nice. I am one of the youngest people here, and they don't have any activities. They have some meals provided...
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.
Liberty Arms, Lake County's newest senior living community, has been designed to address the social and economical needs for its senior residents, age 55 and older. Liberty Arms offers seniors a maintenance-free lifestyle opportunity with an array of support services as well as luxurious and...

Cost of independent living in Barrington Hills, IL

The average cost of senior living in Barrington Hills is $6,620 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Crystal Lake, IL with an average of $4,676 per month.

Independent living costs in Barrington Hills, IL, vs. nearby cities

Barrington Hills, IL
$6,620/mo

Independent living costs in Barrington Hills, IL, vs. state and national averages

Barrington Hills, IL
$6,620/mo
U.S. national average
$4,160/mo

Independent living costs in Barrington Hills, IL, vs. other senior living options

$6,423/mo
Independent Living
$6,620/mo

Independent living costs in Barrington Hills, IL, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$5,600/mo
Studio
$5,417/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,819/mo
2 Bedroom
$6,553/mo

Senior living costs in Barrington Hills 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: Barrington Hills, IL
Column state: Illinois
Column national: U.S.
Community typeBarrington Hills, ILIllinoisU.S.
Independent Living$6,620/mo$4,459/mo$4,160/mo
Assisted Living$6,368/mo$5,378/mo$4,703/mo
Memory Care$6,423/mo$5,398/mo$4,954/mo
Independent Living
Barrington Hills, IL:$6,620/mo
Illinois:$4,459/mo
U.S.:$4,160/mo
Assisted Living
Barrington Hills, IL:$6,368/mo
Illinois:$5,378/mo
U.S.:$4,703/mo
Memory Care
Barrington Hills, IL:$6,423/mo
Illinois:$5,398/mo
U.S.:$4,954/mo
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Independent living costs in Barrington Hills, IL, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly independent living costs have shifted over the past five years in Barrington Hills 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 Barrington Hills, IL

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Barrington Hills 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
Barrington Hills, IL$3,206/mo$2,852/mo+12.4%
Illinois$3,094/mo$3,076/mo+0.6%
National$3,261/mo$3,166/mo+3.0%
Barrington Hills, IL
2024 average cost:$3,206/mo
2023 average cost:$2,852/mo
Percent change:+12.4%
Illinois
2024 average cost:$3,094/mo
2023 average cost:$3,076/mo
Percent change:+0.6%
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 Barrington Hills

Recent reviews for independent living in Barrington Hills

Silver Glen Senior Living in South Elgin, IL

4.7
I would definitely recommend Silver Glen Senior Living to others. The facility itself is great, the rooms are really nice, and everyone seems so nice and welcoming. Another great thing they have is they work with a company that provides Physical therapy, Speech and OT on the premises.. so ...
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Liberty Village in Elmhurst, IL

5.0
I could not be happier with the Liberty Village community is every regard. [name removed] and [name removed] has been amazing and I am very happy that my father is there. Based on the experience we have had so far, we would recommend this community to other families.

Lakeland Apartments in Fox Lake, IL

5.0
We think this is a really good community and every time we come to visit things look clean and well taken care of. The outside of the building and everything around it is well maintained. The property manager [name removed] has been so wonderful to work with. She has been very helpful, ...
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Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Friendly and helpful staff. Several reviews mention the kindness and attentiveness of staff members at various communities, such as at Solstice at Palatine, where the staff are described as 'willing to help in any way' and 'always ready to assist'. Residents and their families express gratitude for the caring nature of t ...
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Delicious and diverse meals. Residents and their families consistently praise the quality of the meals offered at senior living communities, with many noting the deliciousness and variety of the options. For example, at Huntley Springs Retirement Resort, residents enjoy 'delicious meals every day', and at Encore Village ...
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Active social environments. Activities are an important aspect of many senior living communities, and several reviews mention the variety and enjoyment residents find in the offerings. At Encore Village of Schaumburg, a CCRC, residents participate in resident-founded groups and weekly newsletters keep everyone informed. ...
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Cleanliness and upkeep. Reviews frequently comment on the cleanliness and maintenance of the communities, including private apartments and communal areas. For example, at Melody Living Independent Living, the facility is described as 'extraordinary' with 'impeccable' landscaping, and at Deer Park Village, the commu ...
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Thoughtfully designed living spaces. Several reviews mention the thoughtful design of the living spaces at senior communities, creating a comfortable and homelike atmosphere. For instance, at The Grand at Twin Lakes, residents are described as 'thriving' in their beautiful and clean apartments. At Encore Village of Schaumburg, a ...
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Sense of community and belonging. Many reviews emphasize the sense of community and belonging that residents feel at their senior living communities. For example, at Discovery Village Hoffman Estates, families mention the positive atmosphere and the ease with which their loved ones have made friends. At Clarendale of Algonqui ...
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Barrington Hills independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Barrington Hills independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Barrington Hills, 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 Barrington Hills 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 Barrington Hills 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
40.5%
20.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
54.8%
34.4%
No sugar
No sugar
52.4%
30.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
54.8%
33.6%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
33.3%
10.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Barrington Hills 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 Barrington Hills communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
57.1%
36.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
59.5%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
52.4%
37%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
23.8%
17.2%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Barrington Hills 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 Barrington Hills offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
59.5%
45.1%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
47.6%
28.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
52.4%
33%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
64.3%
47.5%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
57.1%
48.9%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
73.8%
54%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
50%
42.9%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
54.8%
38.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
57.1%
41.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
57.1%
47.1%
Live performances
Live performances
57.1%
46.8%
Dances
Dances
47.6%
33%
Fitness center
Fitness center
47.6%
39.5%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
57.1%
46.4%
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Eden Vista Barrington, Lake Barrington Woods and Deer Park Village are the top-rated independent living facilities near Barrington Hills, Illinois. See full list of communities.
There are 44 independent living facilities near Barrington Hills, Illinois. See the full list.
The best independent living facilities near you in Barrington Hills, Illinois are Inspirations of Northbrook, Galloway Senior Living and Discovery Village Des Plaines. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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