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The cost of independent living in Consol is about $2,906 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 118 options. Read 411 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 East View Manor
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: 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.
Elsie Mason Manor is a senior housing community that is located in the city of Des Moines Iowa. Our community is located in Polk County, which is an urban county. That is a beautiful city that is ideal for a getaway for the family and friends of the residents in our community. There are many...
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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.
Ligutti TowerLigutti Tower is located in Des Moines, the capital city of the state of Iowa. The most populous city of the state, it is also the county seat of Polk County. You will find Ligutti Tower in the heart of downtown, close to fantastic dining, theaters, shopping, transportation and more....
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Provides: Assisted Living, Nursing Homes
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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.
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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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.
Walden Point promotes choice, dignity and independence by providing a quality affordable assisted living housing option for persons age 65 and older. Walden Point offers private full sized apartments paired with the support of 24 hour on-site staff. Some of the amenities available at Walden Point...
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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.
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I think things have turned out very well at Corinthian Gardens, my loved one really seems to have settled in well and is enjoying herself! It's a very friendly community, and she's really enjoying being able...
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.
Corinthian GardensCorinthian Gardens is an affordable, safe senior housing community located in friendly Des Moines, Polk County, Iowa. You’ll never run out of things to do here. You can visit the farmers market, spend an afternoon in Des Moines’ lush botanical gardens, or take a walking tour of...
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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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It's a nice place to live. I like that I have my privacy. The staff is friendly, and I get along with them pretty well. I do think some of their equipment needs updating. For instance, some of the...
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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.
About The Rose of Des Moines The Rose of Des Moines offers one-bedroom and two-bedroom affordable assisted living in spacious private apartments with 24-hour monitoring and assisted living services available on-site and social programming in beautifully appointed community areas, including...
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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.

Cost of independent living in Consol, IA

The average cost of senior living in Consol is $2,906 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Lovilia, IA with an average of $2,910 per month.

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Consol, IA vs. nearby cities

Consol, IA
$2,906/mo
$2,910/mo
$3,073/mo

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Consol, IA vs. the state and national average

Consol, IA
$2,906/mo
$3,228/mo
U.S. national average
$4,052/mo

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Consol vs. other types of senior living

$5,844/mo
Independent Living
$2,906/mo

Median monthly costs of Independent Living in Consol, IA by room type

Semi-Private
$4,194/mo
Studio
$5,514/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,585/mo
2 Bedroom
$4,764/mo

Average cost of Independent Living in Consol over time

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What families are saying about independent living in Consol

Recent reviews for independent living in Consol

The Rose of East Des Moines

4.8
We are very happy with The Rose of East Des Moines. They are clean and the staff is very friendly. We thought the medicaid thing would be easier to do, that has added a little extra expense. The nurses are fantastic, the care is great. The activities have a really great variety, Wii Bowling, ...
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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 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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Consol independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Consol independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Consol, 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 Consol 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 Consol partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Consol, IANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
10.2%
20.3%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
9.1%
33.8%
No sugar
No sugar
9.1%
30.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
8%
33.1%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
2.3%
8.8%
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Availability of select dining options in Consol 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 Consol communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Consol, IANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
11.4%
36%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
15.9%
43%
Room service
Room service
19.3%
36.5%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
11.4%
17.2%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Consol 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 Consol offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Consol, IANational
Activity director
Activity director
21.6%
44.5%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
11.4%
28%
Community service programs
Community service programs
11.4%
32.5%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
30.7%
47.6%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
25%
48.6%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
31.8%
53.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
21.6%
42.4%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
13.6%
37.5%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
15.9%
41.1%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
22.7%
46.9%
Live performances
Live performances
20.5%
46.5%
Dances
Dances
10.2%
32.3%
Fitness center
Fitness center
18.2%
39.5%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
22.7%
46.1%
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Independence Village of Pella, Copper Shores Village and Edencrest at Riverwoods are the top-rated independent living facilities near Consol, Iowa. See full list of communities.

There are 118 independent living facilities near Consol, Iowa. See the full list.

The best independent living facility near you in Consol, Iowa is Independence Village of Pella. This independent living community received the highest ranking based on verified family reviews.

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