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The cost of independent living in Elsah is about $4,099 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 321 options. Read 4365 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 Carondelet Retirement (Mental Health)
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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Provides: Independent Living, Nursing Homes
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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.
Nursing Homes: Nursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.
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I would tell them to wait the two or two and a half years, it is worth wait. The value I pay is beyond what you can afford at other places. We have bingo, arm chair travel (travel series) there was even...
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.
Twin Oaks at Stone RidgeTwin Oaks at Stone Ridge is affordable senior housing for seniors 55 and older located in the western suburbs of St. Louis in the small town of Wentzville, St. Charles County, Missouri. Twin Oaks is perfectly located, just walking distance from St. Joseph Health...
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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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The facility is beautiful and well run. These people are very competent and when faced with a problem, will try so hard to find a solution. The community is warm and welcoming, so important after...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living, Nursing Homes
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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.
Nursing Homes: Nursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.
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: 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, 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: 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.
Heatherbrook GardenLocated just minutes from Highways 270 and 55, Heatherbrook Garden is a senior housing community right in the heart of South St. Louis County. Whether you are a St. Louis Cardinals, St. Louis Rams, or St. Louis Blues fan, sports fans are just a short trip away from an enjoyable...
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Charles Gardens was such a welcoming community right from the start. The staff and the residents were so friendly and helpful to my family and my mom. They are really great to my mom and they watch out for...
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.
An independent living community located in Fairview Heights, IL, Charles Gardens is situated on a green and lush plot of land, perfect for walking and relaxing. Fairview Heights is a part of St. Clair County. In addition to the eleven acres of land we are on, there are also sitting areas 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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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.
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.
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, Nursing Homes
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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.
Nursing Homes: Nursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.
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.
Bethesda Southgate, known by residents of South St. Louis County for its quality skilled nursing care, recently received Accreditation by the Joint Commission of Healthcare organizations, an independent, not-for-profit national body that overseas the safety and quality of health care.Bethesda...
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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.
NEW ACTIVE ADULT COMMUNITY IN EUREKA, MOIt’s a new kind of community built for fun.Welcome to Summerville of St. Andrew’s, St. Louis County’s one-of-a-kind active adult living rental community, designed for fun, friendships, and invigorating living.For adults ages 55+ who are energized by an...
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I'm really digging the facility so far. I like the amenities and everything.
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.
The National Church Residences on Telegraph Road is a senior housing community located in the Oakville suburb of St. Louis, Clayton county, Missouri. Oakville is located between the Mississippi and Meramec rivers, which offer plenty of outdoor activities and sightseeing for when your friends and...
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Victorian-Gardens is now considered home by my mom. It gives her the feeling of being independent but also a feeling of content and security knowing that there are those close by that are available to meet...
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.
Victorian Gardens is an independent living community in Eureka, Missouri. Eureka is a beautiful town in St. Louis County that focuses on country living with an urban flair, and it's only a short drive to St. Louis. Our community is located a short distance from shopping, restaurants, and an...
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.
The Bridges of Columbia offers the perfect mix of privacy,independance and community for people ready to live a more carefree lifestyle. With a comprehensive list of services and ammenities that are included in your monthly rent, we take the headaches of home ownership away so you can focus on...
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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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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 Rosemont Senior Living Centre simplifies retirement living. We take care of the cooking, shopping, and cleaning, so you can focus on the things that are truly important to you. Not only will you have the time to pursue your own interests, you will also make new friends, share laughter, and...
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My mother was living in her own home alone. She unfortunately experienced many falls in the middle of the night. It was time for her to be in a safer environment. I feel a peace knowing she is at Pine...
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.

Cost of independent living in Elsah, IL

The average cost of senior living in Elsah is $4,099 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Kane, IL with an average of $3,093 per month.

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

Elsah, IL
$4,097/mo
$4,233/mo

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

Elsah, IL
$4,097/mo
U.S. national average
$4,219/mo

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

$4,968/mo
Independent Living
$4,097/mo

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

Semi-Private
$2,832/mo
Studio
$3,112/mo
1 Bedroom
$3,649/mo
2 Bedroom
$4,619/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$4,501/mo

Senior living costs in Elsah 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: Elsah, IL
Column state: Illinois
Column national: U.S.
Community typeElsah, ILIllinoisU.S.
Independent Living$4,097/mo$4,532/mo$4,219/mo
Assisted Living$4,973/mo$5,500/mo$4,760/mo
Memory Care$4,968/mo$5,522/mo$5,025/mo
Independent Living
Elsah, IL:$4,097/mo
Illinois:$4,532/mo
U.S.:$4,219/mo
Assisted Living
Elsah, IL:$4,973/mo
Illinois:$5,500/mo
U.S.:$4,760/mo
Memory Care
Elsah, IL:$4,968/mo
Illinois:$5,522/mo
U.S.:$5,025/mo
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Independent living costs in Elsah, IL, over time

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

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Elsah 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
Elsah, IL$2,157/mo$2,340/mo-7.8%
Illinois$3,120/mo$2,998/mo+4.1%
National$3,241/mo$3,153/mo+2.8%
Elsah, IL
2024 average cost:$2,157/mo
2023 average cost:$2,340/mo
Percent change:-7.8%
Illinois
2024 average cost:$3,120/mo
2023 average cost:$2,998/mo
Percent change:+4.1%
National
2024 average cost:$3,241/mo
2023 average cost:$3,153/mo
Percent change:+2.8%
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What families are saying about independent living in Elsah

Recent reviews for independent living in Elsah

EverTrue Breeze Park in St. Charles, MO

4.0
They are pretty good. It's very clean. The staff is pretty friendly. They have stuff going on for activities, but they told me they take them out at least once a week, they told us they had a bus with a lift, and they don't. They told us when she was there she would be able to eat in any of the ...
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Bristol Manor of Wentzville

5.0
We love it and mom loves it, it's more homey than she is used to. We love Suzy and hate that she's leaving. It's perfect because of how small it is. She has found a rummy partner, so she stays busy. I liked that she is eating meals with someone rather than alone. She likes the food, and has ...
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Elsah independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Elsah independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Elsah, 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 Elsah 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 Elsah 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
27.6%
20.9%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
33.2%
35.2%
No sugar
No sugar
30.8%
31.6%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
31.5%
34.3%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
10.5%
11.1%
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Availability of select dining options in Elsah 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 Elsah communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
28%
37.1%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
38.8%
44.3%
Room service
Room service
31.8%
37.7%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
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Availability of select programs and activities in Elsah 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 Elsah offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
43%
46%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
29%
28.9%
Community service programs
Community service programs
28%
33.8%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
50%
48.1%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
49%
49.6%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
50.7%
54.7%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
40.6%
43.8%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
34.6%
39.2%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
37.1%
42.6%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
44.4%
47.9%
Live performances
Live performances
43.4%
47.5%
Dances
Dances
30.8%
33.8%
Fitness center
Fitness center
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40.3%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
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