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10 Best Independent Living Communities in Gretna, IL

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The cost of independent living in Gretna is about $3,395 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 534 options.

Read 14658 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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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...
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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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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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Great place for non active seniors as it lacks active activities. Lack of management and maintenance staff for several months was/is disappointing. Good location for stores and restaurants, many within...
Provides: Independent Living, Senior Apartments
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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.
Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Anderson Farms Apartments is nestled in the countryside and offers a quiet, peaceful setting. At Anderson Farms Apartments, you can enjoy the fresh country air while taking a stroll or tending to your own gardening bed. Or just relax and enjoy the views. Located in Montgomery, Illinois, Anderson...
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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: 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.
Photo of Beth Anne Supportive Living
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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Photo of Beth Anne Residence
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.
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...
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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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Photo of The Kilpatrick Renaissance
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.
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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.
Photo of Anathoth Gardens
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: 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.
This premier 55+ active adult community features extensive amenities, designer finishes and daily events and activities. Enjoy the pool with sun deck, fitness club, stainless steel appliances, custom flooring and cabinetry. Our designers have thought of everything to make your next adventure...
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This is a nice place to live. It is secure. I like my apartment. I enjoy the security of the building. The staff is nice to deal with. There are a lot of activities for the residents to choose...
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.
Photo of Covenant Village of Northbrook
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.
A nationally accredited continuing care retirement community, Covenant Village is located on 55 park like acres just 25 miles from downtown Chicago. We offer a residential setting for every aspect of retirement: residential retirement, catered living, assisted living, memory care and skilled...
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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: 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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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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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.
Robineau Residence, nestled in a residential neighborhood in Skokie, is home to 24 older adults, who enjoy a family-like setting while maintaining their own independence. With a warm, homey atmosphere, residents enjoy the companionship of others. Four private bedrooms, each with its own bathroom,...
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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.
Heritage Woods of Chicago is an affordable assisted living community exclusively designed for low income seniors 65 or older. Fully certified by the Illinois Department of Healthcare and Family Living, Heritage Woods is located on the west side of Chicago. Heritage Woods is a lovely place to call...
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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 Gretna, IL

The average cost of senior living in Gretna is $3,395 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Chicago, IL with an average of $2,837 per month.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Gretna 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.

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Column location: Location
Column cost2024: 2024 average cost
Column cost2023: 2023 average cost
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Location2024 average cost2023 average costPercent change
Gretna, 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%
Gretna, 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 Gretna

Recent reviews for independent living in Gretna

Liberty Village in Elmhurst, IL

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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.

Shepherd Premier Assisted Living of Harvard

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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

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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. Many reviews praise the friendly and caring nature of the staff at various communities. At Paramount of Oak Park, several residents express appreciation for the long-term friendships they have developed with the communities' caregivers.
Variety of activities based on residents' interests. Residents find enjoyment in the wide range of specialized activities offered in communities. For example, at Brookdale Glen Ellyn, staff members organize a variety of events like B-Fit exercise classes, art programs, and social gatherings to keep residents engaged and active.
Thoughtful and accommodating dining experiences. Throughout reviews, residents express satisfaction with the quality and variety of meals provided in communities. At Prairie Path, the food is described as delicious and tailored to residents' dietary needs and preferences.
Well-maintained interior spaces and gardens. Reviews often praise the cleanliness and upkeep of the community, whether it's for the private rooms, communal areas, or outdoor spaces like gardens and walking trails. Residents of StoryPoint Naperville mention the beautiful landscaping and well-lit pathways.
Helpful and efficient communication between families and staff. Families appreciate clear and effective communication with loved ones and staff, ensuring everyone is informed and care needs are being met. At Discovery Village Hoffman Estates, community directors regularly hold meetings with senior residents and their families for updates and to answer any ...
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Comfortable and spacious living quarters. Reviews mention the ample space and comfortable living arrangements in various communities. Residents of Hearthwood Senior Living appreciate the larger independent living apartments which provide a sense of independence and familiarity.
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Gretna independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Gretna independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Gretna, 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 Gretna 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 Gretna 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
31.1%
21.2%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
38.8%
35.7%
No sugar
No sugar
35.8%
32%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
35.6%
34.8%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
15.7%
11.7%
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Availability of select dining options in Gretna 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 Gretna communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
39.7%
37.6%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
45.5%
44.8%
Room service
Room service
35.6%
38.2%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
16.7%
17.8%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Gretna 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 Gretna offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
47.8%
46.5%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
33.5%
29.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
37.5%
34.2%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
52.1%
48.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
52.4%
50.1%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
59.7%
54.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
41.4%
44.2%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
42.5%
39.7%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
44%
43%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
50.7%
48.3%
Live performances
Live performances
49.6%
48.1%
Dances
Dances
33.7%
34.3%
Fitness center
Fitness center
38.6%
40.8%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
48.5%
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Belmont Village Geneva Road, The Clare, a CCRC and Discovery Village Des Plaines are the top-rated independent living facilities near Gretna, Illinois. See full list of communities.
There are 534 independent living facilities near Gretna, Illinois. See the full list.
The best independent living facilities near you in Gretna, 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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