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The cost of independent living in Lincolnwood is about $5,512 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 132 options. Read 2400 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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My loved one lives in these apartments, and everything that I've seen of it has been very nice! They always keep it very clean, and the staff have always been very friendly and maintain the building well....
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.
Within minutes of Wood Glen are a large variety of restaurants, shopping to fill all your needs and a wide assortment of entertainment options. Wood Glen has only 97 apartments making it an intimate community where you really get to know your new neighbor. Wood Glen has on-site management by New...
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: 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: 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: 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.
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: 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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I have been a resident of Maple Pointe Apts for 9 years...happily. The new (2/2016) management company has allowed the onsite Property Mgr. and her staff to respond quickly to resident concerns where at...
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.
At Maple Pointe Apartments, life begins at 55! Chances are, if you are age 55 or over, you are ready for more freedom and more fun! Maple Pointe is within walking distance to a variety of restaurants and shopping to your hearts content, located in the “Gold Coast” neighborhood of Chicago. Each...
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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.
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
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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, 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: 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.
Upside is truly an exclusive opportunity to live independently on your own terms. We offer luxury living options with over 2,500+ apartments in our network across the country alongside a dedicated and experienced personal concierge support system. Upside is a uniquely designed senior...
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My mom was a resident in this lovely senior community for four years and she loved it. The residents were kind, caring and looked out for one another. The West Loop location can't be beat. She'd often walked...
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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.
Van Buren Place Apartments is a senior citizen independent living community where seniors can experience an enjoyable lifestyle in a convenient, secure, and pleasant setting.
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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.
Situated on a beautifully wooded site, Arborwood at Altenheim offers the finest in independent living. Designed for the independent seniors who desires the freedom of a carefree lifestyle, Arborwood apartments feature all the comforts of home within an atmosphere rich in history and charm. Just...
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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 Lincolnwood, IL

The average cost of senior living in Lincolnwood is $5,512 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Franklin Park, IL with an average of $5,328 per month.

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

Lincolnwood, IL
$5,512/mo
$5,539/mo
$5,558/mo

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

Lincolnwood, IL
$5,512/mo
U.S. national average
$4,160/mo

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

$6,166/mo
Independent Living
$5,512/mo

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

Semi-Private
$6,740/mo
Studio
$6,304/mo
1 Bedroom
$6,888/mo
2 Bedroom
$8,194/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$7,875/mo

Senior living costs in Lincolnwood 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: Lincolnwood, IL
Column state: Illinois
Column national: U.S.
Community typeLincolnwood, ILIllinoisU.S.
Independent Living$5,512/mo$4,459/mo$4,160/mo
Assisted Living$6,162/mo$5,378/mo$4,703/mo
Memory Care$6,166/mo$5,398/mo$4,954/mo
Independent Living
Lincolnwood, IL:$5,512/mo
Illinois:$4,459/mo
U.S.:$4,160/mo
Assisted Living
Lincolnwood, IL:$6,162/mo
Illinois:$5,378/mo
U.S.:$4,703/mo
Memory Care
Lincolnwood, IL:$6,166/mo
Illinois:$5,398/mo
U.S.:$4,954/mo
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Independent living costs in Lincolnwood, IL, over time

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

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Lincolnwood 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
Lincolnwood, IL$3,241/mo$3,396/mo-4.6%
Illinois$3,094/mo$3,076/mo+0.6%
National$3,261/mo$3,166/mo+3.0%
Lincolnwood, IL
2024 average cost:$3,241/mo
2023 average cost:$3,396/mo
Percent change:-4.6%
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 Lincolnwood

Recent reviews for independent living in Lincolnwood

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.

Victory Centre of Elk Grove in Elk Grove Village, IL

5.0
My brother lives in Victory Centre of Elk Grove Village, IL. I visit him frequently and I have found it to be Clean, Friendly and warm. The Staff from Administration to Nursing, Dining, and Maintence are all warm and caring, they know the residents' names, are respectful and always willing ...
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Arbor Terrace Glenview

4.1
My main issues relate to money. They assessed my mother at a low level of care but then raised that within a month - even though her condition did not change. At the beginning of the calendar year, the rate for each care level increased. Then at her one year anniversary, the rent portion went ...
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Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Friendly and welcoming staff. Several reviews for The Breakers at Edgewater Beach, Discovery Village Des Plaines, and Oak Park Arms Retirement Community mention the warm and welcoming nature of the staff in their respective communities. Residents often feel at ease and appreciated by the staff members, who go above and ...
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Wide range of community activities. Communities like The Breakers at Edgewater Beach, Senior Suites Ravenswood Manor, and Oak Park Arms Retirement Community offer a variety of activities to keep residents engaged and entertained. From bingo and singing to museum outings and gardening classes, residents have the opportunity t ...
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Immaculate and well-maintained living spaces. Reviews for Generations Oakton Arms, Elison of Niles, and Brookdale Lake View frequently note the cleanliness and upkeep of their communities' living spaces, including private rooms and common areas. The sense of pride in maintenance and cleanliness creates a pleasant and comfortable livin ...
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Delicious meals and dining experiences. Throughout reviews, food stands out as a major factor in residents' overall satisfaction with their community. At Discovery Village Des Plaines, Inspirations of Northbrook, and Brookdale Lake View, the chefs accommodate dietary restrictions and individual preferences, ensuring that mealtim ...
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Transportation services that prioritize resident mobility. Communities like The Breakers at Edgewater Beach, The Carrington at Lincolnwood, and Senior Suites of Belmont Cragin offer transportation services that make it easier for residents to get around and stay connected to their community. Whether it's for doctor appointments, grocery runs, or o ...
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Dedicated and responsive on-site staff. Residents of Celebrate Senior Living of Niles, Mather Place, and Lincolnwood Place appreciate the dedication and availability of on-site staff members. From the executive directors to the nurses, caregivers, and maintenance workers, the presence and responsiveness of on-site staff create a ...
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Lincolnwood independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Lincolnwood independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Lincolnwood, 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 Lincolnwood 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 Lincolnwood 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
26.2%
20.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
34.4%
34.4%
No sugar
No sugar
31.1%
30.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
35.2%
33.6%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
13.9%
10.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Lincolnwood 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 Lincolnwood communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
36.1%
36.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
41%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
32%
37%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
9%
17.2%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Lincolnwood 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 Lincolnwood offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
41%
45.1%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
28.7%
28.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
32.8%
33%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
44.3%
47.5%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
45.1%
48.9%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
53.3%
54%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
37.7%
42.9%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
36.9%
38.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
40.2%
41.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
43.4%
47.1%
Live performances
Live performances
42.6%
46.8%
Dances
Dances
32.8%
33%
Fitness center
Fitness center
37.7%
39.5%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
42.6%
46.4%
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Lincolnwood Place, The Carrington at Lincolnwood and Inspirations of Northbrook are the top-rated independent living facilities near Lincolnwood, Illinois. See full list of communities.
There are 132 independent living facilities near Lincolnwood, Illinois. See the full list.
The best independent living facilities near you in Lincolnwood, Illinois are Inspirations of Northbrook, Discovery Village Des Plaines and Mercy Circle Senior Living. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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