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The cost of independent living in Riverdale is about $4,756 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 65 options. Read 1170 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 St. Mark Manor
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 Brementowne Manor
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.
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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.
Wheeler HouseWheeler House is a 55 and older senior apartment located in the exciting and picturesque city of Chicago, Cook County, Illinois. Our warm and friendly community is situated within convenient transit stops, making it easy for loving friends and family to visit. This resident is a...
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My dad is doing great here. The apartment community is clean and always taken care of. The staff are friendly and always make sure that everything is taken care of when needed. They do offer my father...
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.
Highlands Tudor Manor, professionally managed by Related Management, LP is committed to providing an affordable enriching housing residence for low to moderate income adults 55 years & older. Highlands Tudor Manor provides the freedom of independent living, and provides controlled entrances while...
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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, 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: 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 Riverdale, IL

The average cost of senior living in Riverdale is $4,756 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Calumet Park, IL with an average of $4,763 per month.

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

Riverdale, IL
$4,756/mo
$4,789/mo

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

Riverdale, IL
$4,756/mo
U.S. national average
$4,160/mo

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

$5,339/mo
Independent Living
$4,756/mo

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

Semi-Private
$6,307/mo
Studio
$4,749/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,095/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,686/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$5,500/mo

Senior living costs in Riverdale 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: Riverdale, IL
Column state: Illinois
Column national: U.S.
Community typeRiverdale, ILIllinoisU.S.
Independent Living$4,756/mo$4,459/mo$4,160/mo
Assisted Living$5,342/mo$5,378/mo$4,703/mo
Memory Care$5,339/mo$5,398/mo$4,954/mo
Independent Living
Riverdale, IL:$4,756/mo
Illinois:$4,459/mo
U.S.:$4,160/mo
Assisted Living
Riverdale, IL:$5,342/mo
Illinois:$5,378/mo
U.S.:$4,703/mo
Memory Care
Riverdale, IL:$5,339/mo
Illinois:$5,398/mo
U.S.:$4,954/mo
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Independent living costs in Riverdale, IL, over time

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

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Riverdale 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
Column percentChange: Percent change
Location2024 average cost2023 average costPercent change
Riverdale, IL$2,506/mo$2,214/mo+13.2%
Illinois$3,094/mo$3,076/mo+0.6%
National$3,261/mo$3,166/mo+3.0%
Riverdale, IL
2024 average cost:$2,506/mo
2023 average cost:$2,214/mo
Percent change:+13.2%
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 Riverdale

Recent reviews for independent living in Riverdale

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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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.

Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Mixed cleanliness and maintenance standards. Some reviews mention cleanliness and upkeep being a concern, specifically in hallways and common areas, while others praise the cleanliness and updates in their private apartments. At Waterford Estates Senior Living, the dining room flooring is described as horrible, but at Senior Suites of F ...
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Affordable and reasonable pricing. Several reviews mention the affordability of their living situation at various communities, such as Senior Suites of Washington Heights, where the price is reasonable for senior living. Some residents feel that rent could be lowered to better match senior incomes, as mentioned in reviews for ...
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Attentive and responsive staff. Multiple reviews express appreciation for the friendly and helpful nature of the staff at their community, such as the responsiveness and communication skills of staff at Palos Heights Senior Living, Senior Suites of Fay's Point, and Mercy Circle Senior Living. The staff is described as ki ...
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Varied activities and social opportunities. Activities and social opportunities are highlighted as a key feature in many reviews, with residents enjoying a range of offerings at communities like Palos Heights Senior Living, Waterford Estates Senior Living, and Senior Suites of Fay's Point. Activities include chair yoga, happy hours, ...
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Access to transportation and convenience. Several reviews mention the convenience of transportation services offered at their community, allowing residents to easily travel to appointments or run errands. At Palos Heights Senior Living, residents appreciate the transportation provided and the variety of activities offered on-site.
Accommodating and individualized care. Resident experiences vary when it comes to accommodations and individualized care. Some reviews, such as Senior Suites of Rainbow Beach, mention the importance of catering to unique resident needs and preferences. Other residents express satisfaction with the care services provided, as noted i ...
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Riverdale independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Riverdale independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Riverdale, 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 Riverdale 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 Riverdale partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Riverdale, ILNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
26.3%
20.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
21.1%
34.4%
No sugar
No sugar
21.1%
30.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
15.8%
33.6%
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Availability of select dining options in Riverdale 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 Riverdale communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Riverdale, ILNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
24.6%
36.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
29.8%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
12.3%
37%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
5.3%
17.2%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Riverdale 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 Riverdale offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Riverdale, ILNational
Activity director
Activity director
36.8%
45.1%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
22.8%
28.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
28.1%
33%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
43.9%
47.5%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
40.4%
48.9%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
45.6%
54%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
21.1%
42.9%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
26.3%
38.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
26.3%
41.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
38.6%
47.1%
Live performances
Live performances
38.6%
46.8%
Dances
Dances
26.3%
33%
Fitness center
Fitness center
28.1%
39.5%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
38.6%
46.4%
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Frequently Asked Questions

Mercy Circle Senior Living, Palos Heights Senior Living and Sunrise Villa Olympia Fields are the top-rated independent living facilities near Riverdale, Illinois. See full list of communities.
There are 65 independent living facilities near Riverdale, Illinois. See the full list.
The best independent living facilities near you in Riverdale, 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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