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The cost of independent living in Detroit is about $3,463 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 34 options. Read 66 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.

As you explore independent living near you, you may also want to consider options in areas like You may also consider nearby communities such as Beverly, Milton and Pittsfield.

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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.
Lincoln-Douglas Apartments are located in Quincy, IL, near the Mississippi River. Residents find the location convenient for shopping and recreation. They also enjoy spending time in the nearby historic district. The 59 one-bedroom apartments are designed to meet the needs of senior...
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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.
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: 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.
The Village at Morse Farm offers its residents carefree independent and supportive living. We will cook, clean and do your laundry. Medication assistance, transportation, cable television and wi-fi included in the rental price.
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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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Cost of independent living in Detroit, IL

The average cost of senior living in Detroit is $3,463 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Exeter, IL with an average of $3,324 per month.

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

Detroit, IL
$3,463/mo
$3,765/mo
$3,490/mo

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

Detroit, IL
$3,463/mo
U.S. national average
$4,161/mo

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

$4,353/mo
Independent Living
$3,463/mo

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

Semi-Private
$6,250/mo
Studio
$4,314/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,151/mo
2 Bedroom
$4,775/mo

Senior living costs in Detroit 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: Detroit, IL
Column state: Illinois
Column national: U.S.
Community typeDetroit, ILIllinoisU.S.
Independent Living$3,463/mo$4,462/mo$4,161/mo
Assisted Living$4,353/mo$5,383/mo$4,705/mo
Memory Care$4,353/mo$5,403/mo$4,955/mo
Independent Living
Detroit, IL:$3,463/mo
Illinois:$4,462/mo
U.S.:$4,161/mo
Assisted Living
Detroit, IL:$4,353/mo
Illinois:$5,383/mo
U.S.:$4,705/mo
Memory Care
Detroit, IL:$4,353/mo
Illinois:$5,403/mo
U.S.:$4,955/mo
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Independent living costs in Detroit, IL, over time

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

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Detroit 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
Detroit, IL$2,341/mo$2,397/mo-2.4%
Illinois$2,980/mo$2,873/mo+3.7%
National$3,044/mo$2,927/mo+4.0%
Detroit, IL
2024 average cost:$2,341/mo
2023 average cost:$2,397/mo
Percent change:-2.4%
Illinois
2024 average cost:$2,980/mo
2023 average cost:$2,873/mo
Percent change:+3.7%
National
2024 average cost:$3,044/mo
2023 average cost:$2,927/mo
Percent change:+4.0%
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Discover the many ways to pay for senior living

Planning ahead can better position you to make good choices for your loved one’s care in the future. But if your aging family member needs care now, there are ways to finance the cost of long-term care through a combination of approaches.

What families are saying about independent living in Detroit

Recent reviews for independent living in Detroit

Cedarhurst of Jacksonville

4.1
My siblings and I have been very happy with the care and the physical facility of Cedarhurst. They strive to keep it clean, friendly and a well cared for community.

The Pointe at Jacksonville

5.0
I was very pleased with the entire experience. I would tell them to encourage their loved ones to move there. Not only were the employees kind and helpful but the residents were friendly. Staff members are very caring.

Courtyard Estates of Girard

5.0
The facility is very comfortable and well kept. The entire staff, from the director to the resident assistants, are very caring and helpful. They go above and beyond and really do everything possible to help the residents.

Detroit independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Detroit independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Detroit, 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 Detroit 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 Detroit partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Detroit, ILNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
16.7%
20.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
13.3%
34.4%
No sugar
No sugar
20%
30.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
10%
33.6%
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Availability of select dining options in Detroit 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 Detroit communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Detroit, ILNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
6.7%
36.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
16.7%
43.5%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
6.7%
17.2%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Detroit 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 Detroit offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Detroit, ILNational
Activity director
Activity director
16.7%
45.1%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
6.7%
28.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
6.7%
33%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
30%
47.5%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
26.7%
48.9%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
30%
54%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
20%
42.9%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
10%
38.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
13.3%
41.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
23.3%
47.1%
Live performances
Live performances
20%
46.8%
Dances
Dances
6.7%
33%
Fitness center
Fitness center
13.3%
39.5%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
26.7%
46.4%
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Curtis Creek Senior Living, Courtyard Estates of Girard and Cedarhurst of Jacksonville are the top-rated independent living facilities near Detroit, Illinois. See full list of communities.
There are 34 independent living facilities near Detroit, Illinois. See the full list.
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