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The cost of independent living in Brazil is about $3,771 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 52 options. Read 179 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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Last Updated: 12/4/25
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Provides: Assisted 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.
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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.
Oakwood Terrace senior housing is in Princeton town, Mercer County, Missouri. The low-income housing is only a two-hour drive Northeast of Kansas City. The 55+ who are looking for convenient onsite accommodation will be attracted to our all bills paid 35 senior apartments. From our apartments,...
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Provides: Assisted 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.
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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.
The Estates of Pella is a Vintage Cooperative Community that offers 22 thoughtfully designed individual homes perfectly located in the heart of Bos Landen Golf Course. This community will feature a private entrance, clubhouse for entertaining, fitness center, pickleball court, outdoor pool, and...
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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: 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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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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Cost of independent living in Brazil, IA

The average cost of senior living in Brazil is $3,771 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Allerton, IA with an average of $2,694 per month.

Independent living costs in Brazil, IA, vs. nearby cities

Brazil, IA
$3,771/mo
$3,771/mo
$3,871/mo

Independent living costs in Brazil, IA, vs. state and national averages

Brazil, IA
$3,771/mo
$3,268/mo
U.S. national average
$4,153/mo

Independent living costs in Brazil, IA, vs. other senior living options

$4,708/mo
Independent Living
$3,771/mo

Independent living costs in Brazil, IA, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$1,500/mo
Studio
$4,345/mo
1 Bedroom
$3,730/mo
2 Bedroom
$4,060/mo

Senior living costs in Brazil 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: Brazil, IA
Column state: Iowa
Column national: U.S.
Community typeBrazil, IAIowaU.S.
Independent Living$3,771/mo$3,268/mo$4,153/mo
Assisted Living$4,708/mo$4,480/mo$4,698/mo
Memory Care$4,708/mo$4,485/mo$4,946/mo
Independent Living
Brazil, IA:$3,771/mo
Iowa:$3,268/mo
U.S.:$4,153/mo
Assisted Living
Brazil, IA:$4,708/mo
Iowa:$4,480/mo
U.S.:$4,698/mo
Memory Care
Brazil, IA:$4,708/mo
Iowa:$4,485/mo
U.S.:$4,946/mo
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What families are saying about independent living in Brazil

Recent reviews for independent living in Brazil

River Valley Place of Ottumwa

5.0
My mom unexpectedly went from mild dementia to moderate and started wandering and eloping. We are private pay while in the Medicaid look back period and have been struggling to find anything in our budget. River valley was our blessing and we are able to cover the majority of her care while ...
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Homestead of Centerville

4.6
The office staff was very good with paper work at admission and accommodating with our move-in. The nurses have all been great and responsive to my loved one's needs. The cna's are caring with the residents. I have not eaten there, but the meals look very good. I have only been there during ...
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Homestead of Knoxville Assisted Living

5.0
I would highly recommend Homestead. I would be happy to live there if I ever become unable to care for myself. The kitchen around mealtime smelled wonderful. Lots of areas to gather and socialize. Wide hallways with sitting areas spaced out so you can rest if you have a long trek to the mess ...
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Brazil independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Brazil independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Brazil, 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 Brazil 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 Brazil partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Brazil, IANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
11.4%
20.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
11.4%
34.4%
No sugar
No sugar
14.3%
30.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
5.7%
33.6%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
2.9%
10.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Brazil 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 Brazil communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Brazil, IANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
5.7%
36.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
11.4%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
17.1%
37%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
2.9%
17.2%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Brazil 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 Brazil offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Brazil, IANational
Activity director
Activity director
17.1%
45.1%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
11.4%
28.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
11.4%
33%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
20%
47.5%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
25.7%
48.9%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
22.9%
54%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
22.9%
42.9%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
11.4%
38.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
14.3%
41.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
14.3%
47.1%
Live performances
Live performances
17.1%
46.8%
Dances
Dances
5.7%
33%
Fitness center
Fitness center
11.4%
39.5%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
17.1%
46.4%
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