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The cost of independent living in Stickney is about $6,146 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 124 options. Read 1796 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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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.
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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...
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.
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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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, 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: 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.
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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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.
Pioneer Gardens senior residents in the windy city access to a great assisted living community within the grand city of Chicago, IL. Located just a few blocks from Lake Shore Drive, residents can enjoy the lush green park areas next to the lake during spring and summer days and enjoy the many...
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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: 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: 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: 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.
Distinguished Affordable Active Adult Living Walsh Park is a senior citizen independent living community where you can experience an enjoyable lifestyle in a convenient and pleasant setting.  You will be able to entertain old friends and relatives and make new friends through participation...
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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: 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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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Located in Chicago, Cook County, Illinois Hyde Park Apartments is a senior apartment situated in the Hyde Park neighborhood. The state of the art building is surrounded by magnificent views such as Lake Michigan. A lot of amenities surround the apartments such as the Promontory and Harold...
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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 Stickney, IL

The average cost of senior living in Stickney is $6,146 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Countryside, IL with an average of $5,862 per month.

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

Stickney, IL
$6,146/mo
$6,216/mo

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

Stickney, IL
$6,146/mo
U.S. national average
$4,203/mo

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

$5,980/mo
Independent Living
$6,146/mo

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

Semi-Private
$6,409/mo
Studio
$5,619/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,905/mo
2 Bedroom
$7,425/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$7,875/mo

Senior living costs in Stickney 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: Stickney, IL
Column state: Illinois
Column national: U.S.
Community typeStickney, ILIllinoisU.S.
Independent Living$6,146/mo$4,453/mo$4,203/mo
Assisted Living$5,962/mo$5,370/mo$4,740/mo
Memory Care$5,980/mo$5,390/mo$5,004/mo
Independent Living
Stickney, IL:$6,146/mo
Illinois:$4,453/mo
U.S.:$4,203/mo
Assisted Living
Stickney, IL:$5,962/mo
Illinois:$5,370/mo
U.S.:$4,740/mo
Memory Care
Stickney, IL:$5,980/mo
Illinois:$5,390/mo
U.S.:$5,004/mo
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Independent living costs in Stickney, IL, over time

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

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Stickney 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
Stickney, IL$2,376/mo$2,504/mo-5.1%
Illinois$3,094/mo$3,076/mo+0.6%
National$3,261/mo$3,166/mo+3.0%
Stickney, IL
2024 average cost:$2,376/mo
2023 average cost:$2,504/mo
Percent change:-5.1%
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 Stickney

Recent reviews for independent living in Stickney

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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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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Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Staff'sfriendliness and welcoming atmosphere. Many reviews mention the friendly and welcoming nature of the staff at various communities. For example, at Senior Suites of Bridgeport, the staff are described as 'very nice and helpful', and at Brookdale Glen Ellyn, they are 'sincerely committed' to providing excellent care.
Well-maintained apartments and facilities. Several reviews praise the cleanliness and upkeep of residents' private living spaces and common areas in different communities. At Senior Suites of New City, the beautiful management is noted, and at Concord Place, the staff are working on updates to make the main floors even more attractiv ...
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Engaging social activities. Activities are a key factor in residents' overall satisfaction, with many reviews highlighting the variety of events and outings offered at different communities. For example, at Brookdale Glen Ellyn, there are 'frequent entertainment and many activities available', and at Senior Suites of Br ...
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Modern amenities and conveniences. Modern amenities and conveniences are mentioned as significant factors in residents' experiences at various communities. At Plum Creek Chicago, the apartments are described as 'modern and well-maintained', and at Senior Suites of New City, the facility's location is conveniently close to the ...
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Thoughtful and accommodating care. Residents express appreciation for the considerate and accommodating care they receive from staff at several communities. For example, at Concord Place, the staff are described as 'super friendly', and at Palos Heights Senior Living, the staff go above and beyond to accommodate residents and ...
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Access to necessary services and support. Access to essential services and support is crucial for many residents, and several communities are praised for their accommodating approach to meeting residents' needs. At Oak Park Arms Retirement Community, the Oak Park Arms Retirement Community is commended for offering 'lots of activities ...
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Stickney independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Stickney independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Stickney, 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 Stickney 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 Stickney 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
18.9%
20.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
22.5%
34.4%
No sugar
No sugar
20.7%
30.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
23.4%
33.6%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
6.3%
10.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Stickney 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 Stickney communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Stickney, ILNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
22.5%
36.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
27%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
22.5%
37%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
6.3%
17.2%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Stickney 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 Stickney offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Stickney, ILNational
Activity director
Activity director
29.7%
45.1%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
20.7%
28.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
25.2%
33%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
33.3%
47.5%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
30.6%
48.9%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
36.9%
54%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
21.6%
42.9%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
23.4%
38.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
28.8%
41.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
30.6%
47.1%
Live performances
Live performances
28.8%
46.8%
Dances
Dances
23.4%
33%
Fitness center
Fitness center
24.3%
39.5%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
29.7%
46.4%
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Frequently Asked Questions

Mercy Circle Senior Living, Brookdale Glen Ellyn and Palos Heights Senior Living are the top-rated independent living facilities near Stickney, Illinois. See full list of communities.
There are 124 independent living facilities near Stickney, Illinois. See the full list.
The best independent living facilities near you in Stickney, 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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