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10 Best Independent Living Communities in Knoxville, IA
The cost of independent living in Knoxville is about $3,165 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 197 options. Read 1156 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.
As you explore independent living near you, you may also want to consider options in areas like You may also consider nearby communities such as Pella, Oskaloosa and Indianola.
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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.
The Estates of Pella is a Vintage Cooperative Community that offers 22 thoughtfully designed individual homes perfectly located in the heart of Bos Landen Golf Course. This community will feature a private entrance, clubhouse for entertaining, fitness center, pickleball court, outdoor pool, and...
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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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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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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The rooms are nice, you can bring your own furniture so you can make it feel like home.
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.
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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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.
As we turn the pages of our lives – growing up, working, experiencing loves and losses, raising our own children – we all experience times when we need a little extra help. At Northridge Assisted Living, we have created an environment which combines and celebrates these memorable aspects of life...
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
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: 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.
Starting at $X,XXX+ monthly
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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.
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.
Independent Senior Living in IndianolaSituated in the beautiful town of Indianola, Iowa, this Connect55+ location offers more than just independent senior living apartments. Come as Strangers, Live as Friends® at this welcoming community with fun social activities, exciting classes, engaging...
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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...
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.
Starting at $X,XXX+ monthly
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.
Benton Place Apartments is an affordable and pleasant senior housing community located in the charming city of Albia in Monroe County, Iowa. Albia is a quiet but active community with friendly citizens. Albia hosts many different community events, such as shows and farmer's markets. Must-sees are...
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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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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...
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.
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.
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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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 Knoxville, IA
The average cost of senior living in Knoxville is $3,165 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Milo, IA with an average of $2,356 per month.
Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Knoxville, IA vs. nearby cities
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Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Knoxville, IA vs. the state and national average
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What families are saying about independent living in Knoxville
Recent reviews for independent living in Knoxville
Elite Lodge of Ashworth in West Des Moines, IA
3.8
We chose The Lodge of Ashworth Inc. because during the tour we were impressed with how clean it was and they had availability at the perfect time. They also remodeled her apartment before she moved in so she was able to pick things like her paint colors. The best part about the community is that ...
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Independence Village of Waukee
4.6
Love my apartment. Love the staff. Very friendly environment, very beautiful place to live. I feel very welcome. I just love this place. Best part of my day is my conversations with receptionist.
Bishop Drumm Retirement Center in Johnston, IA
5.0
My dad is doing really good after picking this community from the list we got from A Place For Mom. He is enjoying the meals they make. He has tried some activities and he knows some people who live here. The staff has been great. I cant tell he is happy and when he calls he tells me good ...
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Reviews mention these favorite features of communities
Wide range of resident-chosen activities. Residents at various communities enjoy a diverse selection of activities tailored to their interests. At Copper Shores Village, exercise classes and equipment are popular choices, while others prefer the social events and game nights at Holiday Illahee Hills and Attivo Trail Waukee.
Attentive and friendly staff. Numerous reviews mention the kindness and concern of staff members towards residents. At Copper Shores Village and Holiday Illahee Hills, staff go above and beyond to ensure residents feel cared for and accommodated.
Accessible location and convenient amenities. Several communities, such as Independence Village of Des Moines and Holiday Illahee Hills, offer desirable locations that provide easy access to nearby attractions and services. In addition, on-site amenities like underground parking, laundry facilities, and pet-friendly policies make daily ...
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Quality dining and meal options. Residents often express satisfaction with the food and dining experiences at their communities. The chefs at Copper Shores Village and Holiday Illahee Hills create varied menus with accommodations for dietary restrictions, ensuring residents look forward to meals every day.
Vibrant community atmosphere. Many communities foster a strong sense of community among residents. At Copper Shores Village, the social atmosphere and welcoming environment encourage residents to engage in activities and connect with their neighbors.
Customizable apartment sizes and features. Several reviews highlight the flexibility of apartment sizes and options, allowing residents to find a living space that suits their personal needs and preferences at Attivo Trail Waukee and Holiday Illahee Hills.
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Knoxville independent living services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Knoxville independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Knoxville, 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 Knoxville 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 Knoxville partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Knoxville, IANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
12.3%
19.8%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
14.3%
33.1%
No sugar
No sugar
13.6%
30.3%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
14.3%
32.3%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
3.2%
7.9%
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Availability of select dining options in Knoxville 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 Knoxville communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Knoxville, IANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
16.9%
35.3%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
22.7%
42.1%
Room service
Room service
22.1%
35.6%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
13%
16.7%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Knoxville 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 Knoxville offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Knoxville, IANational
Activity director
Activity director
26%
43.8%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
15.6%
27.4%
Community service programs
Community service programs
18.8%
31.7%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
33.1%
47.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
31.2%
48.4%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
37%
53.2%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
27.3%
41.7%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
21.4%
36.7%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
24%
40.3%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
29.9%
46.2%
Live performances
Live performances
27.9%
45.7%
Dances
Dances
16.9%
31.4%
Fitness center
Fitness center
27.3%
38.9%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
27.9%
45.6%
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