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The cost of independent living in Buckhorn is about $2,882 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 188 options. Read 958 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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Photo of Bickford of Clinton
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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.
We began our quest into senior living because of our love for our beloved mother, Mary Bickford, whose needs became too great for us to manage.  As we researched senior living options, we were shocked at our findings.  The options offered too much or too little — none met her needs and...
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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
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.
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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.
Designed for persons: 62+ St. Mary's Apartments offers newly renovated affordable one-bedroom apartment homes in a beautiful park-like setting. Located in a quiet residential neighborhood, this friendly apartment community offers elevator service, twice an hour front door bus service, and a smoke...
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
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.
Photo of Lyons Manor
Provides: Independent Living, Senior Apartments
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.
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.
Village Cooperative of Clinton, IA There is an exciting new senior independent living option available in Clinton! The Village Cooperative of Clinton will be located in northwest part of the city. The cooperative will consist of 44 new homes. Residents will have the choice of expertly designed...
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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
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.
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
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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.
At the Academy you’ll find 33 - 1 and 2 bedroom apartment homes for those 55 and better. The Academy overlooks the beautiful countryside of southwest Wisconsin. The grounds at The Academy boast ample places to walk, enjoy nature, and just spend quiet time. The historic architecture and beauty of...
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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.
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: 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.
Designed for persons: 62+ Near everything and far from ordinary, Luther Crest features one bedroom apartment homes with great conveniences for carefree living! This apartment community is close to shopping, clinics and banks. Enjoy the meal site, elevator service, indoor mail delivery, a spacious...
Provides: Assisted Living, 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.
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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Provides: Assisted Living, Home 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.
Home Care: Home care relies on trained aides to provide companionship and non-medical care for seniors living at home.
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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.
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.
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We moved my mom into Jersey Ridge Place 2 years ago. It was the best decision we have ever made. She was at home and lonely and was starting to get pretty forgetful. After about 2 months at Jersey Ridge...
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.
Life at Jersey Ridge Place is more interesting! Jersey Ridge Place is designed to nurture your spirit and senses. The schedules and activities are centered around your desires. You will have the opportunity to remain both physically and mentally active; and have a great time with your fellow...
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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: 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.
At the Brookside Apartments you'll find 76 - 1 and 2 bedroom apartments for those 55 and better. Located in a quiet residential neighborhood on the north side of Davenport, Brookside has convenient proximity to Quad City attractions and amenities. Whether it is social connection, prime location,...
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It's very nice. It's also very affordable. The person that works there is pretty friendly. So far there have been no major concerns. She is pretty happy with it.
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.
At Brookside Apartments II you'll find 76 - 1 and 2 bedroom apartments for those 55 and better. Located in a quiet residential neighborhood on the north side of Davenport, Brookside has convenient proximity to Quad City attractions and amenities. Whether it is social connection, prime location,...
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Provides: Assisted Living, 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.
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.
About ABCM CorporationHallmark Care Center is owned by ABCM Corporation, Hampton, IA. ABCM is a multi-facility provider offering top-quality, long-term care services unmatched in the state of Iowa. We believe in a Person Directed Care approach to long-term care, encouraging the individuals we...
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.
Designed for persons: 62+ Luther Towers is a bit of nature in the city. Located on a quiet cul-de-sac with easy access to area shops, banks and clinics. This community has planned social activities and a service coordinator to assist with individual needs. In addition the apartment community is a...

Cost of independent living in Buckhorn, IA

The average cost of senior living in Buckhorn is $2,882 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Zwingle, IA with an average of $1,938 per month.

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

Buckhorn, IA
$2,882/mo
$2,832/mo
$2,640/mo

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

Buckhorn, IA
$2,882/mo
$3,268/mo
U.S. national average
$4,160/mo

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

$4,366/mo
Independent Living
$2,882/mo

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

Semi-Private
$5,915/mo
Studio
$5,027/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,352/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,202/mo

Senior living costs in Buckhorn 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: Buckhorn, IA
Column state: Iowa
Column national: U.S.
Community typeBuckhorn, IAIowaU.S.
Independent Living$2,882/mo$3,268/mo$4,160/mo
Assisted Living$4,350/mo$4,480/mo$4,703/mo
Memory Care$4,366/mo$4,485/mo$4,954/mo
Independent Living
Buckhorn, IA:$2,882/mo
Iowa:$3,268/mo
U.S.:$4,160/mo
Assisted Living
Buckhorn, IA:$4,350/mo
Iowa:$4,480/mo
U.S.:$4,703/mo
Memory Care
Buckhorn, IA:$4,366/mo
Iowa:$4,485/mo
U.S.:$4,954/mo
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Independent living costs in Buckhorn, IA, over time

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

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Buckhorn 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
Buckhorn, IA$3,382/mo$3,087/mo+9.6%
Iowa$2,639/mo$2,633/mo+0.2%
National$3,222/mo$3,101/mo+3.9%
Buckhorn, IA
2024 average cost:$3,382/mo
2023 average cost:$3,087/mo
Percent change:+9.6%
Iowa
2024 average cost:$2,639/mo
2023 average cost:$2,633/mo
Percent change:+0.2%
National
2024 average cost:$3,222/mo
2023 average cost:$3,101/mo
Percent change:+3.9%
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Discover the many ways to pay for senior living

Planning ahead can better position you to make good choices for your loved one’s care in the future. But if your aging family member needs care now, there are ways to finance the cost of long-term care through a combination of approaches.

What families are saying about independent living in Buckhorn

Recent reviews for independent living in Buckhorn

Boyson Heights Senior Living in Cedar Rapids, IA

5.0
The staff is very easy to work with. They treat our father with respect and seem to really care about him. We can call anytime and get any questions answered. His room is always clean. We had his 90th birthday family party at the facility, which worked out wonderfully. We would definitely ...
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Sienna Crest - Platteville

5.0
It has been an especially good stay here. The women who assist us are very thoughtful, the food is good, things clothes and bedding are kept clean. They do a great job!

Brown Deer Place in Coralville, IA

4.0
I would recommend if the person had severe dementia, they are very friendly the only complaint she has is that the food is not very good.

Buckhorn independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Buckhorn independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Buckhorn, 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 Buckhorn 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 Buckhorn partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Buckhorn, IANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
13.7%
20.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
20.2%
34.4%
No sugar
No sugar
17.3%
30.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
18.5%
33.6%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
4.2%
10.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Buckhorn 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 Buckhorn communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Buckhorn, IANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
13.1%
36.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
24.4%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
18.5%
37%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
9.5%
17.2%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Buckhorn 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 Buckhorn offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Buckhorn, IANational
Activity director
Activity director
28%
45.1%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
16.7%
28.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
19.6%
33%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
35.7%
47.5%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
33.9%
48.9%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
40.5%
54%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
26.2%
42.9%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
19.6%
38.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
22%
41.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
29.8%
47.1%
Live performances
Live performances
29.8%
46.8%
Dances
Dances
16.7%
33%
Fitness center
Fitness center
22%
39.5%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
28%
46.4%
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Clover Ridge Place, Holiday Palmer Hills and Grand Living at Indian Creek are the top-rated independent living facilities near Buckhorn, Iowa. See full list of communities.
There are 188 independent living facilities near Buckhorn, Iowa. See the full list.
The best independent living facility near you in Buckhorn, Iowa is Holiday Palmer Hills. This independent living community received the highest ranking based on verified family reviews.
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