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10 Best Independent Living Communities in Melrose Park, IL

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The cost of independent living in Melrose Park is about $6,017 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 101 options. Read 2437 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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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.
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 Castle Towers
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: 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 Lakeside Village at Oak Brook
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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.
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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: 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: 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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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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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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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: 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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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.
DISCOVER VILLAGE GROVE APARTMENTS!  One of Elk Grove Village's finest locations...steps from library, grocery store, drugstore, within 6 blocks of hospital and all of the amenities and charm of Elk Grove Village.  Mature adults, 55 and older can enjoy the best of both worlds:  the...

Cost of independent living in Melrose Park, IL

The average cost of senior living in Melrose Park is $6,017 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Franklin Park, IL with an average of $5,317 per month.

Independent living costs in Melrose Park, IL, vs. nearby cities

Melrose Park, IL
$6,017/mo
$5,981/mo

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

Melrose Park, IL
$6,017/mo
U.S. national average
$4,153/mo

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

$6,069/mo
Independent Living
$6,017/mo

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

Semi-Private
$6,453/mo
Studio
$5,720/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,616/mo
2 Bedroom
$6,749/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$7,875/mo

Senior living costs in Melrose 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: Melrose Park, IL
Column state: Illinois
Column national: U.S.
Community typeMelrose Park, ILIllinoisU.S.
Independent Living$6,017/mo$4,454/mo$4,153/mo
Assisted Living$6,042/mo$5,372/mo$4,698/mo
Memory Care$6,069/mo$5,392/mo$4,946/mo
Independent Living
Melrose Park, IL:$6,017/mo
Illinois:$4,454/mo
U.S.:$4,153/mo
Assisted Living
Melrose Park, IL:$6,042/mo
Illinois:$5,372/mo
U.S.:$4,698/mo
Memory Care
Melrose Park, IL:$6,069/mo
Illinois:$5,392/mo
U.S.:$4,946/mo
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Independent living costs in Melrose Park, IL, over time

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

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

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Column cost2024: 2024 average cost
Column cost2023: 2023 average cost
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Location2024 average cost2023 average costPercent change
Melrose Park, IL$2,489/mo$2,677/mo-7.0%
Illinois$3,094/mo$3,076/mo+0.6%
National$3,261/mo$3,166/mo+3.0%
Melrose Park, IL
2024 average cost:$2,489/mo
2023 average cost:$2,677/mo
Percent change:-7.0%
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 Melrose Park

Recent reviews for independent living in Melrose Park

Silver Glen Senior Living in South Elgin, IL

4.7
I would definitely recommend Silver Glen Senior Living to others. The facility itself is great, the rooms are really nice, and everyone seems so nice and welcoming. Another great thing they have is they work with a company that provides Physical therapy, Speech and OT on the premises.. so ...
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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.

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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Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Beautifully maintained facilities and grounds. Many reviews praise the cleanliness and upkeep of various communities, with several mentioning well-maintained facilities and gardens. At Ascension Living Casa Scalabrini Village, the scenic views and meticulously cared for grounds make for an enjoyable living experience.
Thoughtfully designed apartments with ample space. Several residents express appreciation for the spacious and thoughtfully designed apartments at their community, like Inspirations of Northbrook, which offer plenty of room for personal belongings and a comfortable living space.
Quality dining experiences with accommodating staff. Throughout reviews, the high-quality dining experiences and accommodating staff at various communities stand out as a major factor in residents' overall satisfaction. At Senior Suites Ravenswood Manor, the staff takes residents' dietary restrictions into consideration and caters to their indiv ...
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A wide range of engaging activities. Residents find enjoyment in the wide range of specialized activities offered in communities. For example, at The Radcliff, staff members organize weekly cooking classes and monthly movie nights, providing opportunities for socialization and learning.
Welcoming, helpful, and caring community staff. Reviews consistently mention the kindness and compassion of community staff members, who go above and beyond to ensure residents feel welcome and supported. At Oak Park Arms Retirement Community, staff members have even been described as 'family.'
Secure and safe living environments. Residents value the sense of security and safety provided by their communities, allowing them to live independently and confidently. At Senior Suites of Austin, residents feel reassured by the community's security measures, including 24/7 staff presence and camera systems.
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Melrose Park independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Melrose Park independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Melrose 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 Melrose 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 Melrose 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
33%
20.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
36.2%
34.4%
No sugar
No sugar
34%
30.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
36.2%
33.6%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
17%
10.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Melrose 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 Melrose Park communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
38.3%
36.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
45.7%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
36.2%
37%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
10.6%
17.2%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Melrose 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 Melrose Park offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Melrose Park, ILNational
Activity director
Activity director
48.9%
45.1%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
35.1%
28.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
40.4%
33%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
50%
47.5%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
52.1%
48.9%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
53.2%
54%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
41.5%
42.9%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
43.6%
38.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
48.9%
41.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
51.1%
47.1%
Live performances
Live performances
50%
46.8%
Dances
Dances
35.1%
33%
Fitness center
Fitness center
44.7%
39.5%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
48.9%
46.4%
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