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10 Best Independent Living Communities in Dakota City, IA

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The cost of independent living in Dakota City is about $3,217 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 60 options. Read 90 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: 12/11/25
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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.
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: 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: 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.
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, 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 CorporationConcord 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 care...
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: 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, 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: 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: 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.
The Gardens Retirement Community of Ocean Springs, Mississippi, offers all the amenities that every senior could enjoy. Our staff is here to help adjust to new living circumstances and offer a helping hand to adjust to the new setting. We have a passion for enriching the lives of seniors and...
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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: 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.

Cost of independent living in Dakota City, IA

The average cost of senior living in Dakota City is $3,217 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Ottosen, IA with an average of $2,951 per month.

Independent living costs in Dakota City, IA, vs. nearby cities

Dakota City, IA
$3,217/mo
$3,096/mo
$4,444/mo

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

Dakota City, IA
$3,217/mo
$3,268/mo
U.S. national average
$4,161/mo

Independent living costs in Dakota City, IA, vs. other senior living options

$3,949/mo
Independent Living
$3,217/mo

Independent living costs in Dakota City, IA, by floor plan type

Studio
$4,960/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,589/mo
2 Bedroom
$4,543/mo

Senior living costs in Dakota City 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: Dakota City, IA
Column state: Iowa
Column national: U.S.
Community typeDakota City, IAIowaU.S.
Independent Living$3,217/mo$3,268/mo$4,161/mo
Assisted Living$3,949/mo$4,480/mo$4,705/mo
Memory Care$3,949/mo$4,485/mo$4,955/mo
Independent Living
Dakota City, IA:$3,217/mo
Iowa:$3,268/mo
U.S.:$4,161/mo
Assisted Living
Dakota City, IA:$3,949/mo
Iowa:$4,480/mo
U.S.:$4,705/mo
Memory Care
Dakota City, IA:$3,949/mo
Iowa:$4,485/mo
U.S.:$4,955/mo
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What families are saying about independent living in Dakota City

Recent reviews for independent living in Dakota City

TimberCrest at Glen Oaks in Clear Lake, IA

5.0
I highly recommend this community to anyone. The day I arrived I was warmly welcomed by everyone. It is Like being in a family. There is so much to do, and the apartments are large and well-planned.

Meadows Independent Living in Clarion, IA

4.8
This is a small town facility and there are not a lot of shopping available, I would recommend this community to others. They have had a great plan keeping us covid free.

Apple Valley Place at Clear Lake

5.0
What we like the most about Apple Valley is the staff and friends, and our loved one can have her cat which is a plus. We would recommend this community to other families based on the experience we have had so far.

Dakota City independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Dakota City independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Dakota City, 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 Dakota City 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 Dakota City partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Dakota City, IANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
4.9%
20.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
2.4%
34.4%
No sugar
No sugar
2.4%
30.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
9.8%
33.6%
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Availability of select dining options in Dakota City 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 Dakota City communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Dakota City, IANational
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
2.4%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
4.9%
37%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
2.4%
17.2%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Dakota City 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 Dakota City offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Dakota City, IANational
Activity director
Activity director
14.6%
45.1%
Community service programs
Community service programs
4.9%
33%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
19.5%
47.5%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
9.8%
48.9%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
19.5%
54%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
7.3%
42.9%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
7.3%
38.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
7.3%
41.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
9.8%
47.1%
Live performances
Live performances
9.8%
46.8%
Dances
Dances
2.4%
33%
Fitness center
Fitness center
7.3%
39.5%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
7.3%
46.4%
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TimberCrest at Glen Oaks, Rotary Senior Living and Meadows Independent Living are the top-rated independent living facilities near Dakota City, Iowa. See full list of communities.
There are 60 independent living facilities near Dakota City, Iowa. See the full list.
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