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The cost of independent living in Monroe County is about $4,558 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 6 options. Read 136 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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2121 Floor plans available
9.6
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61 reviews
9.6
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61 reviews
5 star
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It's a relaxed environment, there are behavior specialists to help with people an situations, the food is good, the soups are great and there is lots of good entertainment and activities to choose from. ...
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.
Redbud Hills provides a fulfilling, independent lifestyle in a welcoming environment. Rated as one of the top 10 retirement cities by both AAA and AARP, you'll love our pristine grounds conveniently situated close to all the things that make life rich. We're minutes from shopping, healthcare...
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9.3
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15 reviews
9.3
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15 reviews
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A very friendly community, food service beats my previous experience. Activities seem fun but hard to schedule to meet our current calendar. One major dislike is entry doors are too heavy to negotiate while...
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.
Nestled in the rolling hills just north of the Indiana University campus, Meadowood is eager to showcase our premiere Retirement Community. Proudly serving Monroe County and surrounding communities since 1983. Meadowood is a leader in providing top quality retirement living, resident service...
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8.6
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40 reviews
8.6
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40 reviews
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The staff is great. Directors, Parker and Sean, always take time to talk with me. The nurses make me like we've got relatives working there. The food is fantastic. They bring in great entertainment and lots...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
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.
Gentry Park Senior Living offers independent villas, assisted living apartments, and memory care in Bloomington, IN that focuses on dignity, respect, and quality of life. We strive to be a place that seniors can call their home for life. Our villas and apartments were crafted and meticulously...
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6.0
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Three things, I think. The many and varied activities available, the quality of the dining experience, and the layout and staffing of the facility.
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living
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.
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.
Situated on 15-acres in a beautiful park-like setting, Bell Trace offers the flexibility to design a retirement lifestyle that meets your needs now and in the future.Our cottages and spacious apartments offer the privacy of independent living within a secureand vibrant community, while our...
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My mother-in-law has been a resident for almost 2 years. Autumn Park rocks, the staff are very engaging, very attentive and address special needs wonderfully. The Apartments are very spacious compared to...
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living
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.
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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Cost of independent living in Monroe County, IN

The average cost of senior living in Monroe County is $4,558 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Brooklyn, IN with an average of $2,700 per month.

Independent living costs in Monroe County, IN, vs. nearby counties

Monroe County, IN
$4,558/mo

Independent living costs in Monroe County, IN, vs. state and national averages

Monroe County, IN
$4,558/mo
$3,271/mo
U.S. national average
$4,238/mo

Independent living costs in Monroe County, IN, vs. other senior living options

$5,683/mo
Independent Living
$4,558/mo

Independent living costs in Monroe County, IN, by floor plan type

Studio
$2,162/mo
1 Bedroom
$3,366/mo
2 Bedroom
$4,624/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$4,755/mo

Senior living costs in Monroe County 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: Monroe County, IN
Column state: Indiana
Column national: U.S.
Community typeMonroe County, INIndianaU.S.
Independent Living$4,558/mo$3,271/mo$4,238/mo
Assisted Living$4,615/mo$4,053/mo$4,833/mo
Memory Care$5,683/mo$5,113/mo$5,609/mo
Independent Living
Monroe County, IN:$4,558/mo
Indiana:$3,271/mo
U.S.:$4,238/mo
Assisted Living
Monroe County, IN:$4,615/mo
Indiana:$4,053/mo
U.S.:$4,833/mo
Memory Care
Monroe County, IN:$5,683/mo
Indiana:$5,113/mo
U.S.:$5,609/mo
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Independent living costs in Monroe County, IN, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly independent living costs have shifted over the past five years in Monroe County 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 Monroe County, IN

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Monroe County 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
Monroe County, IN$2,546/mo$2,351/mo+8.3%
Indiana$2,539/mo$2,590/mo-2.0%
National$3,188/mo$3,061/mo+4.1%
Monroe County, IN
2024 average cost:$2,546/mo
2023 average cost:$2,351/mo
Percent change:+8.3%
Indiana
2024 average cost:$2,539/mo
2023 average cost:$2,590/mo
Percent change:-2.0%
National
2024 average cost:$3,188/mo
2023 average cost:$3,061/mo
Percent change:+4.1%
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What families are saying about independent living in Monroe County

Recent reviews for independent living in Monroe County

Meadowood in Bloomington, IN

4.3
I am writing this in our little dining nook at 1021 Sassafras, skylight-lit and facing the trees that edge the nature reserve. We loved it that day last July we first saw it; seven months later we love this cosy new home still. We love getting to know new people over dinner and Saturday ...
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Autumn Park Senior Community in Ellettsville, IN

5.0
I give a 5 for all, we really liked the place. Unfortunately, my mom passed away. Value for the money was great. I would recommend more activities different things.

Gentry Park Senior Living in Bloomington, IN

4.6
#1....5. #2...5, and the workers are exceptionally patient and kind. #3.....5 everyone is very friendly, they know all the residents AND their families. #4...we had a hiccup early on, but after a meeting with the nurse everting has been wonderful since. #5...5 they are all terrific and very ...
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Monroe County independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Monroe County independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Monroe County, 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 Monroe County 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 Monroe County partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Monroe County, INNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
16.7%
20.7%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
50%
34.9%
No sugar
No sugar
50%
31.3%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
33.3%
34.1%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
16.7%
10.9%
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Availability of select dining options in Monroe County 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 Monroe County communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Monroe County, INNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
83.3%
37%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
66.7%
44%
Room service
Room service
83.3%
37.4%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
50%
17.4%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Monroe County 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 Monroe County offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Monroe County, INNational
Activity director
Activity director
83.3%
45.8%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
66.7%
28.7%
Community service programs
Community service programs
66.7%
33.5%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
66.7%
47.9%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
83.3%
49.4%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
83.3%
54.5%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
66.7%
43.6%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
66.7%
38.8%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
66.7%
42.3%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
83.3%
47.7%
Live performances
Live performances
83.3%
47.3%
Dances
Dances
50%
33.5%
Fitness center
Fitness center
83.3%
40%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
83.3%
47%
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Frequently Asked Questions

Holiday Redbud Hills, Meadowood and Gentry Park Senior Living are the top-rated independent living facilities near Monroe County, Indiana. See full list of communities.
There are 6 independent living facilities near Monroe County, Indiana. See the full list.
The best independent living facility near you in Monroe County, Indiana is Holiday Redbud Hills. This independent living community received the highest ranking based on verified family reviews.
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