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The cost of independent living in East Dundee is about $6,490 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 43 options. Read 1548 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 The Garlands of Barrington a CCRC
1818 Photos available
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They have been phenomenal. If we could give the friendliness of the staff a 10 we would. Like, seriously, the people are so nice, friendly, kind and patient. They made my mom and dad feel so welcomed in a...
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.
The Garlands is a unique community for people ages 55 and older that offers residents an uncompromising lifestyle in a resort setting with unprecedented amenities and services. The Garlands homes offer superb construction, thoughtful interior design and the finest quality. They feature large and...
Photo of Silver Glen Senior Living
1616 Photos available
77 Floor plans available
7.7
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42 reviews
7.7
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42 reviews
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Overall we think Silver Glen is a great facility and has been perfect for what my mom needs so far (she's been there about a year now) There are two areas where I've rated them lower than I would have at...
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.
Welcome to your new home at Silver Glen Senior LivingYou’re going to love Silver Glen Senior Living — your new home base! Located in South Elgin, Illinois, this community is close enough to the city to take in a show at the Cadillac Palace Theater or visit one of the many downtown Chicago...
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1212 Photos available
99 Floor plans available
7.0
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168 reviews
7.0
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168 reviews
5 star
86%
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He went back and forth between assisted and skilled a few times. The admin staff, nursing staff and rehab staff were all very friendly He could be very crabby, but they would always have a smile My dad had...
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.
Imagine a warm and friendly community with a small-town feel, where making friends is easy, and people care about and help each other. Located in Bartlett, Illinois on 41 acres of wetlands and rolling woodlands we offer the ideal location to appreciate the calm beauty of nature while still...
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Photo of The Indigo at Bartlett
1818 Photos available
33 Floor plans available
6.8
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11 reviews
6.8
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11 reviews
5 star
64%
4 star
27%
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0%
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9%
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There was a long period of adjustment after Chapters purchased Artis. It was hard on my father because so many of the staff left. There was no one really in charge for quite awhile. Things just seemed...
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.
At Chapters Living of Northwest Chicago, we recognize it’s a privilege to serve as a dedicated support system for our residents. With a deep commitment to personalized care, our compassionate teams strive to create tailored experiences for our residents, ensuring their individual needs are met....
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5 star
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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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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.
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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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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.
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
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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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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5 star
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14%
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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
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.
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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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.
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.
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.

Cost of independent living in East Dundee, IL

The average cost of senior living in East Dundee is $6,490 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Huntley, IL with an average of $4,559 per month.

Independent living costs in East Dundee, IL, vs. nearby cities

East Dundee, IL
$6,490/mo

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

East Dundee, IL
$6,490/mo
U.S. national average
$4,203/mo

Independent living costs in East Dundee, IL, vs. other senior living options

$6,335/mo
Independent Living
$6,490/mo

Independent living costs in East Dundee, IL, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$5,705/mo
Studio
$5,487/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,781/mo
2 Bedroom
$6,469/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$5,763/mo

Senior living costs in East Dundee 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: East Dundee, IL
Column state: Illinois
Column national: U.S.
Community typeEast Dundee, ILIllinoisU.S.
Independent Living$6,490/mo$4,453/mo$4,203/mo
Assisted Living$6,285/mo$5,370/mo$4,740/mo
Memory Care$6,335/mo$5,390/mo$5,004/mo
Independent Living
East Dundee, IL:$6,490/mo
Illinois:$4,453/mo
U.S.:$4,203/mo
Assisted Living
East Dundee, IL:$6,285/mo
Illinois:$5,370/mo
U.S.:$4,740/mo
Memory Care
East Dundee, IL:$6,335/mo
Illinois:$5,390/mo
U.S.:$5,004/mo
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Independent living costs in East Dundee, IL, over time

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

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in East Dundee 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
East Dundee, IL$3,844/mo$3,819/mo+0.7%
Illinois$3,094/mo$3,076/mo+0.6%
National$3,261/mo$3,166/mo+3.0%
East Dundee, IL
2024 average cost:$3,844/mo
2023 average cost:$3,819/mo
Percent change:+0.7%
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 East Dundee

Recent reviews for independent living in East Dundee

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

Stable and competent leadership. Several reviews mention the positive impact of consistent leadership at their community. At Silver Glen Senior Living, residents and families express appreciation for the executive and accounting directors who handle facility operations efficiently and effectively. Also, the new management sys ...
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Wide range of activities and outings. Activities and outings are cherished by residents, as seen in reviews for Encore Village of Schaumburg, a CCRC, Discovery Village Hoffman Estates, and Poplar Creek Village. Residents enjoy a variety of social events, card games, movie nights, and even outings to museums and local attractio ...
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High-quality and diverse meals. Throughout the reviews, residents often praise the quality and diversity of meals offered. At Clarendale of Algonquin, the executive chef and AM cook are commended for their exceptional food, while Huntley Springs Retirement Resort mentions the availability of a salad bar and full range of m ...
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Friendly and helpful staff. Residents and their families frequently comment on the kindness and helpfulness of the staff. At Clarendale of Algonquin, the caregivers, managers, and concierge team are noted for setting residents at ease and going above and beyond to ensure their happiness.
Cohesive and welcoming community. Reviews consistently highlight the friendly and welcoming atmosphere at various communities. Residents and families of Hearthwood Senior Living, Huntley Springs Retirement Resort, and The Oaks at Algonquin mention the ease of making new friends and feeling a strong sense of community.
Adaptability to changing care needs. Several reviews emphasize the importance of accommodating care needs as they change. At Silver Glen Senior Living, staff members helped ease the moving process and accommodated mom with her specific needs, while Poplar Creek Village residents appreciate the availability of additional care se ...
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East Dundee independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in East Dundee independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in East Dundee, 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 East Dundee 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 East Dundee partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
East Dundee, ILNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
47.4%
20.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
52.6%
34.4%
No sugar
No sugar
47.4%
30.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
52.6%
33.6%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
34.2%
10.5%
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Availability of select dining options in East Dundee 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 East Dundee communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
East Dundee, ILNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
57.9%
36.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
60.5%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
47.4%
37%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
23.7%
17.2%
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Availability of select programs and activities in East Dundee 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 East Dundee offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
East Dundee, ILNational
Activity director
Activity director
60.5%
45.1%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
44.7%
28.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
57.9%
33%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
60.5%
47.5%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
60.5%
48.9%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
73.7%
54%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
52.6%
42.9%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
55.3%
38.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
57.9%
41.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
60.5%
47.1%
Live performances
Live performances
60.5%
46.8%
Dances
Dances
52.6%
33%
Fitness center
Fitness center
52.6%
39.5%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
57.9%
46.4%
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