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The cost of independent living in Eldorado is about $3,325 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 87 options. Read 163 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: 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.
Designed for persons: 62+ Capture the special small town feeling when you move into your one bedroom apartment home at Evans Village. Located on a quiet residential street, close to shopping and restaurants, this apartment community offers the conveniences of indoor mail service, laundry...
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At Fox Meadow Apartments you’ll find 40 – 1 and 2 bedroom apartments for those 55 and better. Located in a quiet residential neighborhood, Fox Meadow offers a secure and serene environment. Residents of Fox Meadow enjoy a friendly, caring environment where neighbors become friends.
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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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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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
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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.
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
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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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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, 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: 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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At Ridgeway Place residents enjoy all the comforts of home in a beautiful, safe neighborhood setting, conveniently located near shopping centers, churches and medical clinics. With 96 units, Ridgeway Place offers a customized blend of independence that respects the needs of residents and...
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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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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.

Cost of independent living in Eldorado, IA

The average cost of senior living in Eldorado is $3,325 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Clermont, IA with an average of $2,964 per month.

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

Eldorado, IA
$3,325/mo
$3,371/mo

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

Eldorado, IA
$3,325/mo
$3,243/mo
U.S. national average
$4,083/mo

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

$3,991/mo
Independent Living
$3,325/mo

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

Studio
$5,028/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,377/mo
2 Bedroom
$4,766/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$2,830/mo

Average cost of Independent Living in Eldorado over time

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What families are saying about independent living in Eldorado

Recent reviews for independent living in Eldorado

Harmony Place

5.0
We choose Harmony Place due to the very friendly staff and the cleanliness of the facility. Due to our experience here so far, we would definitely recommend this facility to other families who are looking.

Whispering Willow in Fredericksburg, IA

4.5
My mom recently moved into this community. So far the experience has been going great. The staff know how to keep the facility clean. My mom has plenty of options to choose for her meals and it seems to think it tastes good.

Bridges in Waterloo, IA

5.0
Management staff A++ Very considerate & respectful. Dining room staff are patient with us as we ponder the menu. I enjoy the variety on the menu. I appreciate the various religious options.

Eldorado independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Eldorado independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Eldorado, 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 Eldorado 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 Eldorado partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Eldorado, IANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
10.1%
20.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
11.6%
34.1%
No sugar
No sugar
13%
30.7%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
11.6%
33.4%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
2.9%
9.1%
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Availability of select dining options in Eldorado 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 Eldorado communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Eldorado, IANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
8.7%
36.4%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
13%
43.4%
Room service
Room service
18.8%
36.9%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
11.6%
17.3%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Eldorado 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 Eldorado offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Eldorado, IANational
Activity director
Activity director
15.9%
44.8%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
11.6%
28.2%
Community service programs
Community service programs
8.7%
32.6%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
27.5%
47.9%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
24.6%
48.8%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
21.7%
54.1%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
21.7%
42.7%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
11.6%
37.8%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
13%
41.3%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
17.4%
47.1%
Live performances
Live performances
24.6%
46.6%
Dances
Dances
10.1%
32.5%
Fitness center
Fitness center
13%
39.5%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
17.4%
46.2%
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There are 87 independent living facilities near Eldorado, Iowa. See the full list.

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