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The cost of independent living in Crystal Manor is about $7,280 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 34 options. Read 1054 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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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
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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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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
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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.
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...
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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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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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
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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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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
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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, 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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Cost of independent living in Crystal Manor, IL

The average cost of senior living in Crystal Manor is $7,280 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Huntley, IL with an average of $4,560 per month.

Independent living costs in Crystal Manor, IL, vs. nearby cities

Crystal Manor, IL
$7,280/mo
$7,149/mo

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

Crystal Manor, IL
$7,280/mo
U.S. national average
$4,161/mo

Independent living costs in Crystal Manor, IL, vs. other senior living options

$6,396/mo
Independent Living
$7,280/mo

Independent living costs in Crystal Manor, IL, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$5,588/mo
Studio
$5,625/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,913/mo
2 Bedroom
$6,488/mo

Senior living costs in Crystal Manor 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: Crystal Manor, IL
Column state: Illinois
Column national: U.S.
Community typeCrystal Manor, ILIllinoisU.S.
Independent Living$7,280/mo$4,462/mo$4,161/mo
Assisted Living$6,353/mo$5,383/mo$4,705/mo
Memory Care$6,396/mo$5,403/mo$4,955/mo
Independent Living
Crystal Manor, IL:$7,280/mo
Illinois:$4,462/mo
U.S.:$4,161/mo
Assisted Living
Crystal Manor, IL:$6,353/mo
Illinois:$5,383/mo
U.S.:$4,705/mo
Memory Care
Crystal Manor, IL:$6,396/mo
Illinois:$5,403/mo
U.S.:$4,955/mo
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Independent living costs in Crystal Manor, IL, over time

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

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Crystal Manor 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
Crystal Manor, IL$4,157/mo$4,200/mo-1.0%
Illinois$3,094/mo$3,076/mo+0.6%
National$3,261/mo$3,166/mo+3.0%
Crystal Manor, IL
2024 average cost:$4,157/mo
2023 average cost:$4,200/mo
Percent change:-1.0%
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 Crystal Manor

Recent reviews for independent living in Crystal Manor

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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Shepherd of Harvard

5.0
I am very happy with the care that my mother is getting at this very nice and home feeling community. The staff is wonderful and very attentive. I like that the community is clean. <y mother is really liking the activities and she likes what is offered. We would highly recommend this small ...
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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

Warm and welcoming staff. Several reviews mention the friendly and helpful nature of the staff at various communities. For example, at Discovery Village Hoffman Estates, staff members are described as patient and kind when working with residents with memory loss or dementia, and at Clarendale of Algonquin, staff are ...
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Variety of activities. Residents enjoy the wide range of activities offered at senior living communities. For example, at Huntley Springs Retirement Resort, there are plenty of activities to choose from, including card games, Wii bowling leagues, and movie nights. At Clarendale of Algonquin, residents can particip ...
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Delicious and nutritious meals. Quality food is a significant factor in residents' overall satisfaction with their senior living community. Residents at Huntley Springs Retirement Resort appreciate the ice cream bar and the excellent food, while those at Clarendale of Algonquin enjoy the delicious and nutritious meals, inc ...
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Cleanliness and upkeep. Reviews consistently praise the cleanliness and upkeep of the senior living communities, such as Huntley Springs Retirement Resort, which is described as having a beautiful appearance and being well-kept. Other residents at Lake Barrington Woods mention the renovated patio and dining room. C ...
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Friendly and social atmosphere. Reviews mention the friendly and social atmosphere at senior living communities, like Huntley Springs Retirement Resort, where residents can easily make new friends and enjoy activities together. Some residents, such as those at Clarendale of Algonquin, comment on the vibrant social life and ...
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Professional and caring management. Effective management is essential for the smooth running of a senior living community. Residents at Clarendale of Algonquin have praised the wonderful managers, while the staff at The Oaks at Algonquin work hard to encourage residents to participate in more activities. At Lake Barrington Wo ...
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Crystal Manor independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Crystal Manor independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Crystal Manor, 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 Crystal Manor 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 Crystal Manor 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
46.9%
20.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
50%
34.4%
No sugar
No sugar
43.8%
30.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
43.8%
33.6%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
28.1%
10.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Crystal Manor 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 Crystal Manor communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
62.5%
36.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
59.4%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
50%
37%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
25%
17.2%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Crystal Manor 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 Crystal Manor offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
65.6%
45.1%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
37.5%
28.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
56.3%
33%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
65.6%
47.5%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
65.6%
48.9%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
78.1%
54%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
43.8%
42.9%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
53.1%
38.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
56.3%
41.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
65.6%
47.1%
Live performances
Live performances
59.4%
46.8%
Dances
Dances
53.1%
33%
Fitness center
Fitness center
46.9%
39.5%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
62.5%
46.4%
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Sunrise of Crystal Lake, Bickford of Crystal Lake and Clarendale of Algonquin are the top-rated independent living facilities near Crystal Manor, Illinois. See full list of communities.
There are 34 independent living facilities near Crystal Manor, Illinois. See the full list.
The best independent living facilities near you in Crystal Manor, 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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