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10 Best Independent Living Communities in Third Lake, IL

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The cost of independent living in Third Lake is about $3,395 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 661 options.

Read 14566 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. You may also consider nearby communities such as Highland Park, Northbrook and Crystal Lake.

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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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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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Fountain Hills has well kept buildings, elevators, grounds, fire protection with sprinkler system, heated garages, and individual storage area. Apartments have a refrigerator, self-cleaning electric range...
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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.
Experience Fountain Hills Apartment, Racine's Finest Adult Community Fountain Hills Apartments offers condo style apartment homes dedicated to your comfort, while allowing you the freedom to enjoy a more active and worry free lifestyle. Scheduled social activities include trips, cookouts, and...
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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.
Basic Services for our residents include a Private suite, Health Status Monitoring, Three Home Cooked Meals Daily, Snacks Upon Request, Routine Housekeeping and Laundry Services, 24-hour Security and Staff Availability, Emergency Call System in Each Unit, Health Promotion and Exercise Programs,...
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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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If you have a loved one that is needing assisted living I would highly recommend Elizabeth Garden. You walk in the front door and you instantly feel at home. The staff goes above and beyond to make the...
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.
Elizabeth GardensElizabeth Gardens is a first class assisted living community located in Racine, Wisconsin near the beautiful shore of Lake Michigan. Our community features lovely community areas for our residents and guests to visit. We are located within minutes of the lake shore and famous...
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The Emerald Village community was very clean but in the apartment closet it smelled like cat urine at move in. Other than that, very good. There is a little miscommunication before move in but it was...
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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.
Emerald Village offers the ideal combination of independence with safety and security for its residents. Emerald Village, a 97 unit, 4 story building provides a new lifestyle free from worries and filled with good times shared with good friends.
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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Words are powerless to express my feelings about Arbor Village of Geneva Crossing. The facility is beautiful inside and out with a court yard, beautiful dining room, party room and much more. There are many...
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.
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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...
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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
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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: 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: 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.
Welcome to Lake Oaks, Racine’s Premiere Active Adult Community for those 55 & Better. At Last… it’s time to enjoy the lifestyle you deserve! Here at Lake Oaks you’ll be surrounded by a beautifully landscaped setting, good friends and a warm helpful staff. Lake Oaks maintenance-free living,...
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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.
The Francis Meadows 55+ Adult Community offers 49 income eligible or market rate apartment homes. Francis Meadows is located on the grounds of the St. Francis Retreat center and is surrounded by 160 acres of fields and woods. Come visit Francis Meadows and see all that this beautiful property has...
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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: 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: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living, Nursing Homes
Care types provided by this community
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.
Tucked away in one of Evanston's quiet residential neighborhoods, Three Crowns Park is a continuing care retirement community on a beautiful 7-acre piece of property.  We are a not-for-profit community whose mission is to provide high quality retirement housing and health care options that...
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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
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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: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
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
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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: 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 Third Lake, IL

The average cost of senior living in Third Lake is $3,395 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Chicago, IL with an average of $2,837 per month.

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

Third Lake, IL
$3,395/mo
U.S. national average
$3,520/mo

Independent living costs in Third Lake, IL, vs. other senior living options

$7,913/mo
Independent Living
$3,395/mo

Independent living costs in Third Lake, IL, by floor plan type

Studio
$2,834/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,046/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,049/mo

Senior living costs in Third Lake 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: Third Lake, IL
Column state: Illinois
Column national: U.S.
Community typeThird Lake, ILIllinoisU.S.
Independent Living$3,395/mo$3,342/mo$3,520/mo
Assisted Living$6,613/mo$6,329/mo$5,830/mo
Memory Care$7,913/mo$7,681/mo$6,999/mo
Independent Living
Third Lake, IL:$3,395/mo
Illinois:$3,342/mo
U.S.:$3,520/mo
Assisted Living
Third Lake, IL:$6,613/mo
Illinois:$6,329/mo
U.S.:$5,830/mo
Memory Care
Third Lake, IL:$7,913/mo
Illinois:$7,681/mo
U.S.:$6,999/mo
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Independent living costs in Third Lake, IL, over time

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

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Third Lake 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 average 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
Third Lake, IL$3,249/mo$3,092/mo+5.1%
Illinois$3,221/mo$3,061/mo+5.2%
National$3,416/mo$3,319/mo+2.9%
Third Lake, IL
2024 average cost:$3,249/mo
2023 average cost:$3,092/mo
Percent change:+5.1%
Illinois
2024 average cost:$3,221/mo
2023 average cost:$3,061/mo
Percent change:+5.2%
National
2024 average cost:$3,416/mo
2023 average cost:$3,319/mo
Percent change:+2.9%
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What families are saying about independent living in Third Lake

Recent reviews for independent living in Third Lake

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.

Regency Muskego

5.0
N/a when it comes to the meals and dining. Dad is in independent living apartment so makes own meals. The activities are outstanding. Tons of activities for the residents to participate in. The value for cost was more than what we originally planned to spend. But after being there and ...
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Shepherd Premier Assisted Living 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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Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Friendly and welcoming staff and residents. Reviews consistently mention the warm and friendly atmosphere at the community, with both staff members and residents making newcomers feel at home. For example, at Brookdale Hawthorn Lakes in Vernon Hills Independent Living, residents express their happiness with the kind and caring nature of ...
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Variety of provided activities for residents. Residents find enjoyment in the wide range of activities offered at different communities. At Green Oaks Senior Living, some residents participate in bingo games, while others enjoy outings to nearby city parks and libraries, such as at Brookdale Hawthorn Lakes in Vernon Hills Independent Liv ...
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Thoughtfully designed and clean common spaces. Reviews often praise the cleanliness and upkeep of common areas, providing a sense of pride and enjoyment for residents. At Brookdale Hawthorn Lakes in Vernon Hills Independent Living, residents appreciate the nicely kept gardens and the renovated patio for dining and socializing.
Personalized and accommodating care. Residents and their families frequently report that staff members go above and beyond to cater to individual needs, ensuring a satisfying experience for everyone. For example, at StoryPoint Libertyville, staff accommodated a resident's gluten-free diet, while at Brookdale Hawthorn Lakes in Ve ...
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Proximity to health care and essential services. Being close to essential services and health care facilities is an important consideration for many families when choosing a senior community. At Brookdale Hawthorn Lakes in Vernon Hills Independent Living, residents have access to several medical professionals on-site and nearby hospitals and ...
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Well-maintained apartments with modern amenities. Residents enjoy living in clean, modern apartments that are regularly maintained and updated. At Brookdale Hawthorn Lakes in Vernon Hills Independent Living, residents appreciate the bright and lovely apartments with included washer and dryers and cable channels.
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Third Lake independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Third Lake independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Third Lake, 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 Third Lake 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 Third Lake 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
24.7%
21.2%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
33.6%
35.7%
No sugar
No sugar
31.3%
32%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
32.7%
34.8%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
13.9%
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Availability of select dining options in Third Lake 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 Third Lake communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
33.6%
37.6%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
39.5%
44.8%
Room service
Room service
31.3%
38.2%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
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Availability of select programs and activities in Third Lake 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 Third Lake offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
41.9%
46.5%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
29.3%
29.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
32.2%
34.2%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
50.2%
48.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
47.2%
50.1%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
56.6%
54.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
38%
44.2%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
35.2%
39.7%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
37.4%
43%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
44.8%
48.3%
Live performances
Live performances
44.5%
48.1%
Dances
Dances
27.8%
34.3%
Fitness center
Fitness center
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40.7%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
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Alto Grayslake, The Village at Victory Lakes and Huntley Springs Retirement Resort are the top-rated independent living facilities near Third Lake, Illinois. See full list of communities.
There are 661 independent living facilities near Third Lake, Illinois. See the full list.
The best independent living facilities near you in Third Lake, Illinois are Huntley Springs Retirement Resort, Discovery Village Des Plaines and Clarendale of Algonquin. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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