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The cost of independent living in Bellwood is about $5,992 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 101 options. Read 2489 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: 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.
Photo of Mills Park Tower
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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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.
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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.
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: 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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Photo of Beth Anne Residence
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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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.
Photo of Anathoth Gardens
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.
Photo of Belmont Place Senior Apartments
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.
Belmont Place Senior Apartments has been designed to address the social and economic needs of senior residents age 55 and older. The building is located within the near northwest side of Chicago. Easy accessibility to bus lines and grocery store across the street. There are banks and restaurants...
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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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This is a nice place to live. It is secure. I like my apartment. I enjoy the security of the building. The staff is nice to deal with. There are a lot of activities for the residents to choose...
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.
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
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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.
Heritage Woods of Chicago is an affordable assisted living community exclusively designed for low income seniors 65 or older. Fully certified by the Illinois Department of Healthcare and Family Living, Heritage Woods is located on the west side of Chicago. Heritage Woods is a lovely place to call...
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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.
Photo of Forest Apartments
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
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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: 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.

Cost of independent living in Bellwood, IL

The average cost of senior living in Bellwood is $5,992 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Franklin Park, IL with an average of $5,328 per month.

Independent living costs in Bellwood, IL, vs. nearby cities

Bellwood, IL
$6,001/mo

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

Bellwood, IL
$6,001/mo
U.S. national average
$4,161/mo

Independent living costs in Bellwood, IL, vs. other senior living options

$6,081/mo
Independent Living
$6,001/mo

Independent living costs in Bellwood, IL, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$6,090/mo
Studio
$5,859/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,828/mo
2 Bedroom
$6,771/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$7,168/mo

Senior living costs in Bellwood 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: Bellwood, IL
Column state: Illinois
Column national: U.S.
Community typeBellwood, ILIllinoisU.S.
Independent Living$6,001/mo$4,462/mo$4,161/mo
Assisted Living$6,054/mo$5,383/mo$4,705/mo
Memory Care$6,081/mo$5,403/mo$4,955/mo
Independent Living
Bellwood, IL:$6,001/mo
Illinois:$4,462/mo
U.S.:$4,161/mo
Assisted Living
Bellwood, IL:$6,054/mo
Illinois:$5,383/mo
U.S.:$4,705/mo
Memory Care
Bellwood, IL:$6,081/mo
Illinois:$5,403/mo
U.S.:$4,955/mo
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Independent living costs in Bellwood, IL, over time

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

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Bellwood 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
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Location2024 average cost2023 average costPercent change
Bellwood, IL$2,504/mo$2,681/mo-6.6%
Illinois$3,094/mo$3,076/mo+0.6%
National$3,261/mo$3,166/mo+3.0%
Bellwood, IL
2024 average cost:$2,504/mo
2023 average cost:$2,681/mo
Percent change:-6.6%
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 Bellwood

Recent reviews for independent living in Bellwood

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.

Royal Estates Assistive Living in Dolton, IL

4.9
We were looking for place for our Mother to live near us. After touring a fair amount of facilities in Southern suburbs, we had almost give up. Then my sister and I found Royal Estates. After meeting with the staff there we thought this might be good fit for Mother. We learned that the services ...
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Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Dedicated and caring staff. Many reviews praise the kindness and support of the staff at various communities. For example, at Concord Place, residents and families express appreciation for the long-term relationships that have been formed with caregivers.
Wide range of activities for all interests. Several communities, like Discovery Village Des Plaines, offer a diverse selection of activities to encourage socialization and engagement among residents. From movie nights and museum outings to gardening classes and sing-alongs, there's something for everyone.
Attentive communication between families and staff. Families value the frequent and open dialogue between staff and loved ones at communities such as Senior Suites of Belmont Cragin. Regular meetings and proactive updates ensure that everyone is informed and involved in their loved one's care.
Delicious and accommodating meals. Throughout the reviews, quality and variety of food stand out as essential factors in residents' overall satisfaction with their living situations. At Inspirations of Northbrook, the chef caters to individual preferences and dietary restrictions to create enjoyable dining experiences.
A clean and well-maintained environment. Numerous reviews highlight the importance of cleanliness and upkeep in creating a comfortable living space. Communities such as Brookdale Glen Ellyn invest in regular maintenance and housekeeping services to ensure residents feel at home.
Engaging social activities and events. Activities and events are another key aspect of a fulfilling living experience for many seniors. At , residents enjoy various programs designed to foster connections and promote an active lifestyle.
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Bellwood independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Bellwood independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Bellwood, 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 Bellwood 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 Bellwood partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Bellwood, ILNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
36.2%
20.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
40.4%
34.4%
No sugar
No sugar
38.3%
30.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
38.3%
33.6%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
18.1%
10.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Bellwood 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 Bellwood communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
40.4%
36.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
48.9%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
41.5%
37%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
16%
17.2%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Bellwood 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 Bellwood offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Bellwood, ILNational
Activity director
Activity director
52.1%
45.1%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
37.2%
28.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
42.6%
33%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
50%
47.5%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
55.3%
48.9%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
54.3%
54%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
44.7%
42.9%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
45.7%
38.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
52.1%
41.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
54.3%
47.1%
Live performances
Live performances
53.2%
46.8%
Dances
Dances
37.2%
33%
Fitness center
Fitness center
46.8%
39.5%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
52.1%
46.4%
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