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10 Best Independent Living Communities in Evergreen Park, IL

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The cost of independent living in Evergreen Park is about $3,395 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 520 options.

Read 14762 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. You may also consider nearby communities such as Chicago, Naperville and Orland Park.

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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.
The Ivy Apartments, nestled in the heart of the Lincoln Park/DePaul University area, provides both independent & supportive living options for its residents. Our 24 hour supportive living staff provides personal care assistance with activities of daily living for our seniors, in the privacy of...
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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.
Carmelite Carefree Village is a retirement residence for men, women and married couples of all faiths and races who are capable of independent living. However, our residents also have access to supportive services for various personal needs. Carefree has 96 motel-style rooms, each with a...
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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: 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.
Smith Crossing Continuing Care Retirement Community - Orland Park, IL Smith Crossing, one of two Smith Senior Living communities, located in the Village of Orland Park, Illinois, is a Continuing Care Retirement Community that’s backed by the strength and experience of Smith Senior...
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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: 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.
Commonwealth Apartments is where comfort and convenience enhance your lifestyle. Our Chicago, IL, apartments feature everything you need to live comfortably in a place that feels like home. Get a taste of the thriving neighborhood that surrounds you with easy access to a range of restaurants,...
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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.
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...
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.
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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
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: 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.
Steps from Lake Michigan and a stone's throw away from Wrigley Field... Grace Street Towers truly has the best location in Chicago. Here, we pride ourselves on offering the perfect mix of quiet comforts and the excitement of city living. You'll find everything you need in our close-knit...
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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: 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, 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: 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.
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: 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.
Friendly Towers is an inter-generational retirement residence owned and staffed by Jesus People USA Evangelical Covenant Church members and affiliated with Cornerstone Community Outreach. We are located three blocks from beautiful Lake Michigan. We currently have rooms available on our private...
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Provides: Independent Living, Home Care
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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.
Home Care: Home care relies on trained aides to provide companionship and non-medical care for seniors living at home.
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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: 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.

Cost of independent living in Evergreen Park, IL

The average cost of senior living in Evergreen Park is $3,395 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Hometown, IL with an average of $3,395 per month.

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

Evergreen Park, IL
$3,395/mo
U.S. national average
$3,520/mo

Independent living costs in Evergreen Park, IL, vs. other senior living options

$7,913/mo
Independent Living
$3,395/mo

Independent living costs in Evergreen Park, IL, by floor plan type

Studio
$2,834/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,046/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,049/mo

Senior living costs in Evergreen Park 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: Evergreen Park, IL
Column state: Illinois
Column national: U.S.
Community typeEvergreen Park, ILIllinoisU.S.
Independent Living$3,395/mo$3,342/mo$3,520/mo
Assisted Living$6,613/mo$6,329/mo$5,830/mo
Memory Care$7,913/mo$7,681/mo$6,999/mo
Independent Living
Evergreen Park, IL:$3,395/mo
Illinois:$3,342/mo
U.S.:$3,520/mo
Assisted Living
Evergreen Park, IL:$6,613/mo
Illinois:$6,329/mo
U.S.:$5,830/mo
Memory Care
Evergreen Park, IL:$7,913/mo
Illinois:$7,681/mo
U.S.:$6,999/mo
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Independent living costs in Evergreen Park, IL, over time

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

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Evergreen Park 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 average 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
Evergreen Park, IL$3,249/mo$3,092/mo+5.1%
Illinois$3,221/mo$3,061/mo+5.2%
National$3,416/mo$3,319/mo+2.9%
Evergreen Park, IL
2024 average cost:$3,249/mo
2023 average cost:$3,092/mo
Percent change:+5.1%
Illinois
2024 average cost:$3,221/mo
2023 average cost:$3,061/mo
Percent change:+5.2%
National
2024 average cost:$3,416/mo
2023 average cost:$3,319/mo
Percent change:+2.9%
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What families are saying about independent living in Evergreen Park

Recent reviews for independent living in Evergreen Park

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.

Wittenberg Village, a CCRC in Crown Point, IN

4.7
I moved in and liked it so much I bought a second apartment for my mother! The staff is the most caring I have ever encountered and the facility is top-notch. Hope to meet you soon.

Gurnee Meadows

5.0
I’m living here currently and it’s going really, really well. I’m very pleased. When I moved in, my apartment was perfect. I had new carpet and new paint and it was really a pleasure to be able to move in. I was on the waiting list for a few months but they were able to give me exactly what I ...
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Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Accessible parking for disabled residents. At Senior Suites of New City, some residents have expressed concern regarding the limited availability and proper usage of handicap parking spaces. The community could improve by ensuring these spaces are reserved for those who need them and addressing the current issue of visitors using these ...
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Friendly and attentive staff. Staff at multiple communities, such as Plum Creek Chicago, Senior Suites of Bridgeport, and Palos Heights Senior Living, are frequently praised for their kindness and dedication to their roles. They are described as welcoming, attentive, and accommodating to residents and their families.
Varied activities for socializing. Residents enjoy a range of activities offered at communities like Senior Suites of Garfield Ridge, Palos Heights Senior Living, and Senior Suites Gage Park, including games, movie nights, outings, and yoga classes. These opportunities foster social connections among residents and promote a ...
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Clean and well-maintained living spaces. Reviews from Senior Suites of Fay's Point, Senior Suites of Bridgeport, and Senior Suites of Washington Heights, emphasize the importance of cleanliness and maintenance in creating a comfortable living environment. Staff at these communities consistently address any maintenance issues and ...
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Affordable pricing for seniors. Numerous reviews mention the affordability of various communities, such as Senior Suites of Washington Heights, Senior Suites of Bridgeport, and Senior Suites Gage Park. Seniors appreciate the reasonable prices, which enable them to maintain a good quality of life without financial strain. ...
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Quality food options and accommodating menus. Throughout the reviews, the food provided at communities like Senior Suites of Garfield Ridge, Plum Creek Chicago, and Palos Heights Senior Living receives positive feedback. Staff take residents' dietary restrictions and preferences into consideration, ensuring tasty and nutritious meals ...
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Evergreen Park independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Evergreen Park independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Evergreen Park, 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 Evergreen Park 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 Evergreen Park 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
34%
21.2%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
40.6%
35.7%
No sugar
No sugar
37.3%
32%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
38.3%
34.8%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
16.3%
11.7%
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Availability of select dining options in Evergreen Park 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 Evergreen Park communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
41.3%
37.6%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
48.3%
44.8%
Room service
Room service
37.3%
38.2%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
19%
17.8%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Evergreen Park 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 Evergreen Park offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
50%
46.5%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
35%
29.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
38.8%
34.2%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
53.7%
48.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
54.2%
50.1%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
60.6%
54.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
43.3%
44.2%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
44.6%
39.7%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
46%
43%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
52.5%
48.3%
Live performances
Live performances
51.5%
48.1%
Dances
Dances
35.4%
34.3%
Fitness center
Fitness center
39.8%
40.8%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
50.4%
47.6%
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The Clare, a CCRC, Residences at Coffee Creek and Discovery Village Des Plaines are the top-rated independent living facilities near Evergreen Park, Illinois. See full list of communities.
There are 520 independent living facilities near Evergreen Park, Illinois. See the full list.
The best independent living facilities near you in Evergreen Park, Illinois are Discovery Village Des Plaines, Huntley Springs Retirement Resort and The Timbers of Shorewood. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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