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The cost of independent living in Buxton is about $3,266 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 97 options. Read 420 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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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.
Quiet Retirement Community for residents 55 and older.One and two bedroom spacious apartments. Safe, Fenced, well lite property. All Units come with Garage & Storage unit with all utilities included except electricity!
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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.
We credit our success to our dedicated and caring staff.  We serve our Seniors with compassion and love and accomplish this by working as one team with Seniors in mind.  Newton Village offers dining excellence.  The daily home cooked meals are served family style and include...
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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
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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, Memory Care, Independent Living, Nursing Homes, Senior Apartments
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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.
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.
Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Active. Engaged. Pursuing the full richness of life. It doesn’t just happen by itself. It’s a choice those who live at The Village make. They choose to be passionate, not passive. They embrace being participants, not just spectators, wrapping their arms around opportunity and adventure. Because...
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Provides: Assisted Living, Senior Apartments
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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.
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.
Park View Senior Apartments are senior housing for those who are 62+ and/or disabled of any age. Located in Indianola, IA where small town meets city just miles South of Des Moines. Our community offers garden style entrances with carpeted studio and one bedroom apartments with fully furnished...
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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.
If you are looking for a senior apartment for yourself or an elderly loved one, look no further. McCord Manor is sure to meet the needs of all seniors who are looking for a bit of assistance, if any, while still maintaining their independence. They have many amenities to help ensure that all...
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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: 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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My husband and I have lived here for over three and a half years. We have a very clean and comfortable surroundings. The staff goes above and beyond to make sure The Village stay safe and clean.
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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: 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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Designed for persons: 62+ An affordable apartment community located on a quiet cul-de-sac in Des Moines. Each apartment home features generous closet space, great views, plus all utilities and air conditioning are included. Southridge Village is within blocks of shopping, a regional mall and a...
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My mom has been thrilled with the staff and all of the social activities! She's made many new friends and enjoys her time there.
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+ Southridge Village II, located on a quiet cul-de-sac, is convenient to grocery shopping, and within blocks of a regional mall and a local pharmacy. Enjoy your independence in a great apartment home that includes utilities, plus air conditioning, generous closet space and...
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.
Cummins Village is nestled away from the hectic mainstream on a quiet cul-de-sac, yet just minutes away from all your needs. We offer spacious one-bedroom apartments designed for comfortably accommodating those who are 55+. Income restrictions do apply.Apartments are approximately 562 sq.ft.,...
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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.
Virginia Park Apartments is a lovely, contemporary two-story building surrounded by a spacious, open lawn, which boasts mature trees and colorful flower gardens. This community is located just minutes from downtown Des Moines. Within walking distance is a grocery store and convenience store. The...
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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: 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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So far I'm completely pleased with everything here, I'd give them top marks across the board. It's a nice looking place, they keep it very clean, and the staff all seem friendly. It's a good environment, and...
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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: 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: 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.

Cost of independent living in Buxton, IA

The average cost of senior living in Buxton is $3,266 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Russell, IA with an average of $2,756 per month.

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

Buxton, IA
$3,266/mo
$4,483/mo
$4,483/mo

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

Buxton, IA
$3,266/mo
$3,268/mo
U.S. national average
$4,153/mo

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

$4,662/mo
Independent Living
$3,266/mo

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

Semi-Private
$3,011/mo
Studio
$5,118/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,483/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,088/mo

Senior living costs in Buxton 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: Buxton, IA
Column state: Iowa
Column national: U.S.
Community typeBuxton, IAIowaU.S.
Independent Living$3,266/mo$3,268/mo$4,153/mo
Assisted Living$4,641/mo$4,480/mo$4,698/mo
Memory Care$4,662/mo$4,485/mo$4,946/mo
Independent Living
Buxton, IA:$3,266/mo
Iowa:$3,268/mo
U.S.:$4,153/mo
Assisted Living
Buxton, IA:$4,641/mo
Iowa:$4,480/mo
U.S.:$4,698/mo
Memory Care
Buxton, IA:$4,662/mo
Iowa:$4,485/mo
U.S.:$4,946/mo
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Independent living costs in Buxton, IA, over time

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

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Buxton 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
Buxton, IA$2,377/mo$2,752/mo-13.6%
Iowa$2,321/mo$2,262/mo+2.6%
National$2,825/mo$2,795/mo+1.1%
Buxton, IA
2024 average cost:$2,377/mo
2023 average cost:$2,752/mo
Percent change:-13.6%
Iowa
2024 average cost:$2,321/mo
2023 average cost:$2,262/mo
Percent change:+2.6%
National
2024 average cost:$2,825/mo
2023 average cost:$2,795/mo
Percent change:+1.1%
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What families are saying about independent living in Buxton

Recent reviews for independent living in Buxton

River Valley Place of Ottumwa

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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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Courtyard Estates at Hawthorne Crossing in Bondurant, IA

5.0
The community at the Courtyard Estates at Hawthorne Crossing is wonderful. My loved one is enjoying the variety of meals served. The community has a wide range of great activities for the residents to enjoy and participate in. The community is very welcoming and feels like home. The staff have ...
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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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Buxton independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Buxton independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Buxton, 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 Buxton 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 Buxton partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Buxton, IANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
12.7%
20.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
11.3%
34.4%
No sugar
No sugar
11.3%
30.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
12.7%
33.6%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
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Availability of select dining options in Buxton 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 Buxton communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Buxton, IANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
12.7%
36.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
16.9%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
22.5%
37%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
14.1%
17.2%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Buxton 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 Buxton offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Buxton, IANational
Activity director
Activity director
23.9%
45.1%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
11.3%
28.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
14.1%
33%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
33.8%
47.5%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
29.6%
48.9%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
35.2%
54%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
26.8%
42.9%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
16.9%
38.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
19.7%
41.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
26.8%
47.1%
Live performances
Live performances
23.9%
46.8%
Dances
Dances
15.5%
33%
Fitness center
Fitness center
21.1%
39.5%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
25.4%
46.4%
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