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10 Best Independent Living Communities in Rochelle, IL

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The cost of independent living in Rochelle is about $4,296 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 212 options. Read 4223 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: Assisted Living, Memory Care, 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.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
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.
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: 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, Memory Care
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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.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
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Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living, Nursing Homes
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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.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
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.
Nursing Homes: Nursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.
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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: 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.
HARVARD RANCH FOR SENIORS IS A 23 APARTMENT BUILDING ALL ON ONE FLOOR. APTS. INCLUDE STOVE FRIDGE AND GAS HEAT AND GAS COOKING. CENTRAL AIR AND PARKING. RESIDENT MUST BE 60 YEARS OF AGE AND HAVE INCOME BELOW 32,OOO PER YEAR.
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Very happy with this facility. It's next over to their assisted living facility so I am next door to my husband who is there. Their programs are wonderful.
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: 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 am very impressed with the caring and attentive staff. They impress me as having genuine interest in the residents they serve.
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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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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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.
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.
An affordable luxury apartment home community built on the promise of independent, carefree living for seniors 55 years and better. With many reasons to enjoy life and have peace of mind. Professionally managed by Horizon which develops, builds and manages apartment homes for seniors that are...
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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.
The Suites of Beloit offers bright and comfortable rooms that allow residents to enjoy their personal space; outdoor courtyards and spacious lounges throughout the center offer a vibrant social scene.
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My mother had Alzheimer's. She stayed at The Vines. First I should say that the owners are personal friends of mine for over 40 years. But don't write off my review. The owners are not some big...
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
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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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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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Very nice apartment living. Advertised as a no smoking building, but smokers congregate at front door, well within the required 15 b feet. No participation in the community by management. Love the...
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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 Rochelle, IL

The average cost of senior living in Rochelle is $4,296 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Oregon, IL with an average of $3,531 per month.

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

Rochelle, IL
$4,296/mo
$3,807/mo
$3,616/mo

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

Rochelle, IL
$4,296/mo
U.S. national average
$4,160/mo

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

$5,554/mo
Independent Living
$4,296/mo

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

Semi-Private
$5,585/mo
Studio
$5,558/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,841/mo
2 Bedroom
$6,137/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$3,705/mo

Senior living costs in Rochelle 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: Rochelle, IL
Column state: Illinois
Column national: U.S.
Community typeRochelle, ILIllinoisU.S.
Independent Living$4,296/mo$4,459/mo$4,160/mo
Assisted Living$5,451/mo$5,378/mo$4,703/mo
Memory Care$5,554/mo$5,398/mo$4,954/mo
Independent Living
Rochelle, IL:$4,296/mo
Illinois:$4,459/mo
U.S.:$4,160/mo
Assisted Living
Rochelle, IL:$5,451/mo
Illinois:$5,378/mo
U.S.:$4,703/mo
Memory Care
Rochelle, IL:$5,554/mo
Illinois:$5,398/mo
U.S.:$4,954/mo
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Independent living costs in Rochelle, IL, over time

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

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Rochelle 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
Rochelle, IL$3,761/mo$3,790/mo-0.8%
Illinois$3,094/mo$3,076/mo+0.6%
National$3,261/mo$3,166/mo+3.0%
Rochelle, IL
2024 average cost:$3,761/mo
2023 average cost:$3,790/mo
Percent change:-0.8%
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 Rochelle

Recent reviews for independent living in Rochelle

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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Shepherd of Harvard

5.0
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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Heritage Woods of Belvidere

5.0
I am very content living at Heritage Woods. My apartment is very comfortable and convenient. The nurses and CNAs are very attentive and convenient. The food is good and I may also eat in my room if I so desire. There are activities every day. Also a small store 2 days a week.

Rochelle independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Rochelle independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Rochelle, 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 Rochelle 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 Rochelle 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
28.7%
20.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
30.8%
34.4%
No sugar
No sugar
26.2%
30.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
30.8%
33.6%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
14.9%
10.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Rochelle 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 Rochelle communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Rochelle, ILNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
30.8%
36.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
41.5%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
30.3%
37%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
12.8%
17.2%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Rochelle 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 Rochelle offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
45.1%
45.1%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
29.7%
28.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
32.8%
33%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
49.2%
47.5%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
50.3%
48.9%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
57.9%
54%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
41.5%
42.9%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
36.4%
38.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
39%
41.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
48.2%
47.1%
Live performances
Live performances
47.7%
46.8%
Dances
Dances
29.2%
33%
Fitness center
Fitness center
31.8%
39.5%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
46.7%
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Clarendale of Algonquin, Huntley Springs Retirement Resort and Sunrise of Crystal Lake are the top-rated independent living facilities near Rochelle, Illinois. See full list of communities.
There are 212 independent living facilities near Rochelle, Illinois. See the full list.
The best independent living facilities near you in Rochelle, Illinois are Clarendale of Algonquin, Westbrook Senior Living and Brighton Gardens of St. Charles. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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