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The cost of independent living in Lynwood is about $5,316 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 37 options. Read 646 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 Woodbridge Homes
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 Hammond Elderly Apartments
Provides: Senior Apartments
Care types provided by this community
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 Renaissance Towers
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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Albertine Home is a great place and my recommendations will be voiced to anyone. The staff is always attentive when needed.
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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.
Albertine HomeAlbertine Home is an independent senior living community located in beautiful Hammond, Indiana. Located just south of Chicago and a part of Lake County, our picturesque town lies along the banks of the vast and tranquil Lake Michigan. Hammond is a wonderful place to live and a great...
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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Everything has been great since I moved in! The apartments are very nice. Big kitchens, hardwood floors in most rooms, and the grounds are always well kept and clean looking. I'd give them 5s across the...
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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Cost of independent living in Lynwood, IL

The average cost of senior living in Lynwood is $5,316 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Riverdale, IL with an average of $4,741 per month.

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

Lynwood, IL
$5,316/mo

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

Lynwood, IL
$5,316/mo
U.S. national average
$4,203/mo

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

$4,926/mo
Independent Living
$5,316/mo

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

Semi-Private
$4,971/mo
Studio
$5,930/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,175/mo
2 Bedroom
$6,263/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$5,500/mo

Senior living costs in Lynwood 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: Lynwood, IL
Column state: Illinois
Column national: U.S.
Community typeLynwood, ILIllinoisU.S.
Independent Living$5,316/mo$4,453/mo$4,203/mo
Assisted Living$4,937/mo$5,370/mo$4,740/mo
Memory Care$4,926/mo$5,390/mo$5,004/mo
Independent Living
Lynwood, IL:$5,316/mo
Illinois:$4,453/mo
U.S.:$4,203/mo
Assisted Living
Lynwood, IL:$4,937/mo
Illinois:$5,370/mo
U.S.:$4,740/mo
Memory Care
Lynwood, IL:$4,926/mo
Illinois:$5,390/mo
U.S.:$5,004/mo
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Independent living costs in Lynwood, IL, over time

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

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Lynwood 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
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Location2024 average cost2023 average costPercent change
Lynwood, IL$3,383/mo$2,062/mo+64.1%
Illinois$3,112/mo$3,019/mo+3.1%
National$3,236/mo$3,151/mo+2.7%
Lynwood, IL
2024 average cost:$3,383/mo
2023 average cost:$2,062/mo
Percent change:+64.1%
Illinois
2024 average cost:$3,112/mo
2023 average cost:$3,019/mo
Percent change:+3.1%
National
2024 average cost:$3,236/mo
2023 average cost:$3,151/mo
Percent change:+2.7%
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Discover the many ways to pay for senior living

Planning ahead can better position you to make good choices for your loved one’s care in the future. But if your aging family member needs care now, there are ways to finance the cost of long-term care through a combination of approaches.

What families are saying about independent living in Lynwood

Recent reviews for independent living in Lynwood

Royal Estates Assistive Living in Dolton, IL

4.9
We were looking for place for our Mother to live near us. After touring a fair amount of facilities in Southern suburbs, we had almost give up. Then my sister and I found Royal Estates. After meeting with the staff there we thought this might be good fit for Mother. We learned that the services ...
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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.

Tinley Court Catered Senior Living in Tinley Park, IL

4.3
My brother [Removed] lived there for 2 1/2 years. I can't say enough good things about this facility. He had a lot of health needs but was able to be there and maintain a good amount of independence. The staff were always attentive to him and responsive to me. They helped us find wonderful ...
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Lynwood independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Lynwood independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Lynwood, 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 Lynwood 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 Lynwood 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
38.2%
20.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
32.4%
34.4%
No sugar
No sugar
32.4%
30.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
26.5%
33.6%
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Availability of select dining options in Lynwood 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 Lynwood communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Lynwood, ILNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
41.2%
36.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
50%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
23.5%
37%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
8.8%
17.2%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Lynwood 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 Lynwood offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
47.1%
45.1%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
29.4%
28.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
26.5%
33%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
64.7%
47.5%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
50%
48.9%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
61.8%
54%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
35.3%
42.9%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
38.2%
38.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
35.3%
41.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
52.9%
47.1%
Live performances
Live performances
50%
46.8%
Dances
Dances
29.4%
33%
Fitness center
Fitness center
38.2%
39.5%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
52.9%
46.4%
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Sunrise Villa Olympia Fields, Sunrise of Flossmoor and StoryPoint Schererville are the top-rated independent living facilities near Lynwood, Illinois. See full list of communities.
There are 37 independent living facilities near Lynwood, Illinois. See the full list.
The best independent living facilities near you in Lynwood, Illinois are Mercy Circle Senior Living, Palos Heights Senior Living and Sunrise Villa Olympia Fields. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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