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The cost of independent living in Buena Vista is about $2,621 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 47 options. Read 248 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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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.
Petersen Commons Assisted LivingPetersen Commons Assisted Living is an assisted living community situated in Davenport, IA. Davenport, which is the largest city located on the Mississippi River, is highly regarded for its remarkable arts and culture influence. Visitors and residents enjoy the...
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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.
Marycrest Senior Housing is located in Davenport, Iowa. With a population of about 150,000 people, Davenport is the largest city found along the Mississippi river in Scott County and boasts a vibrant and bustling community. Davenport offers historic riverboat cruises, the Quad City Symphony, a...
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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+ Spring Village is an affordable apartment community located in a quiet residential neighborhood in Davenport. Come and enjoy the great benefits of living here. Spring Village is close to grocery shopping, clinics and banks, and has planned social activities, on-site...
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Everything here has been excellent. I’m actually kind of jealous of my Aunt’s apartment. It has high ceilings, hardwood flooring, and a washer and dryer in the unit. The cable and the internet are bundled...
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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 Taylor RenaissanceThe Taylor Renaissance is a gorgeous senior apartment complex located in Davenport, Scott County, Iowa. With a vibrant city life, and a secure building, The Taylor Renaissance is an excellent choice for your new home. Davenport is a busy but friendly city that is always...
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: 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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My dad is pretty independent so I don't know about the care services and I haven't heard anything about the activities. They're very friendly and helpful and they seem very concerned. We had to work through...
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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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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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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
St. Katherine's Apartments is a senior housing community located in beautiful Davenport, Scott County, Iowa. Our peaceful neighborhood is located near the Mississippi River and is surrounded by at least four picturesque parks. Situated between Chicago and Des Moines, Davenport is a convenient...
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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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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+ Enjoy the perks of living at Spruce Hills Village. Situated in a quiet residential neighborhood, yet conveniently located near shopping and clinics. This one bedroom apartment community has renovated apartments, planned social activities, on-site library, indoor mail...
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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: 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.
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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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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+ When maintaining an independent lifestyle is important, consider Luther Heights. Located just steps from shopping and banking, this one bedroom apartment community is also a meal site location. Luther Heights has an on-site beauty salon, laundry facilities, many planned...
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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.
Designed for persons: 62+ Welcome to Luther Manor! Located just steps from shopping and banking. This one bedroom apartment community is a meal site location. Enjoy social activities and exercise classes in the community room, as well as convenient city bus service and on-site beauty/barber shop....
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Luther Knoll is an "independent lifestyle" low-income (subsidized) senior community, meaning that there are income and equity requirements. Such are beyond the scope of this review. The minimum age to be...
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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+ At Luther Knoll, you can't help but feel at home. Spacious one bedroom apartments that are designed for carefree living with features like generous closet space, walk-in showers and paid utilities including central air. This apartment community offers elevator service,...
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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.
Located in the vibrant Quad Cities, The Suites of Bettendorf is conveniently located at 2592 Middle Road, near the intersection of Middle Road & Spruce Hills Dr. It’s walkability to nearby amenities makes this the perfect place to call home.A thoughtfully designed, 3-story building is...

Cost of independent living in Buena Vista, IA

The average cost of senior living in Buena Vista is $2,621 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Calamus, IA with an average of $2,347 per month.

Independent living costs in Buena Vista, IA, vs. nearby cities

Buena Vista, IA
$2,621/mo
$2,527/mo
$2,711/mo

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

Buena Vista, IA
$2,621/mo
$3,268/mo
U.S. national average
$4,160/mo

Independent living costs in Buena Vista, IA, vs. other senior living options

$4,536/mo
Independent Living
$2,621/mo

Independent living costs in Buena Vista, IA, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$4,500/mo
Studio
$5,089/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,843/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,531/mo

Senior living costs in Buena Vista 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: Buena Vista, IA
Column state: Iowa
Column national: U.S.
Community typeBuena Vista, IAIowaU.S.
Independent Living$2,621/mo$3,268/mo$4,160/mo
Assisted Living$4,536/mo$4,480/mo$4,703/mo
Memory Care$4,536/mo$4,485/mo$4,954/mo
Independent Living
Buena Vista, IA:$2,621/mo
Iowa:$3,268/mo
U.S.:$4,160/mo
Assisted Living
Buena Vista, IA:$4,536/mo
Iowa:$4,480/mo
U.S.:$4,703/mo
Memory Care
Buena Vista, IA:$4,536/mo
Iowa:$4,485/mo
U.S.:$4,954/mo
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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 Buena Vista

Recent reviews for independent living in Buena Vista

Fort Armstrong in Rock Island, IL

5.0
I have lived at The Fort Armstrong for almost 5 years and do not regret my choice in moving here. I enjoy the live music and outings we go on.

Luther Knoll in Bettendorf, IA

4.5
This place has been great so far! Mom was so worried about moving to an "old folks home", but after seeing how friendly everyone is and what a nice community they've got going here she loves it! She's only been there a little over a month, but she got birthday cards from so many people in the ...
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The Taylor Renaissance in Davenport, IA

5.0
The original staff is a 5. The staff has changed and they're in the middle of changing so I can't rate the new people until I get to know them better. It would be nice if they had a loading dock for when people move in but I guess that's the way the building was designed so there's not much you ...
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Buena Vista independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Buena Vista independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Buena Vista, 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 Buena Vista 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 Buena Vista partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Buena Vista, IANational
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
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34.4%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Buena Vista 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 Buena Vista offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Buena Vista, IANational
Activity director
Activity director
16.7%
45.1%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
16.7%
47.5%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
16.7%
48.9%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
33.3%
54%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
8.3%
42.9%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
8.3%
38.1%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
16.7%
47.1%
Live performances
Live performances
16.7%
46.8%
Fitness center
Fitness center
8.3%
39.5%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
16.7%
46.4%
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