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10 Best Independent Living Communities in Melbourne, IA

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The cost of independent living in Melbourne is about $3,517 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 19 options. Read 20 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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[name removed] has made my sisters stay warm and caring. I would recommend to others.
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.
If you're seeking a dynamic senior living community, look no further than Bickford. It's where delicious food made from scratch, ever-present friendly caregivers, and a bustling social calendar come together. But that's not all; our HigherPath senior health model, known nationally for its...
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Windsor Manor staff feel like family. They get to know you on a personal level. They go above and beyond the expected, always. I would highly recommend them to others looking to place a loved one. Her time...
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.
Live the life at Windsor Manor Nevada! Experience the best of retirement living with the helpful support you need 24 hours a day. Our seniors love their spacious apartment homes with country views. They also enjoy time with their neighbors and friends in our beautiful community and blooming...
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Extremely pleased with the care Mom is receiving. [name removed] worked with us for over one year as we mulled over the right time to place Mom in their care. She was patient, kind, and helpful. During a...
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.
At Glenwood Place, we know the difference between truly living life to its fullest and just getting by. In fact, we playfully and lovingly refer to our community as a 'cruise ship on land!' Our proven track record of excellent care and premier lifestyle is the perfect fit for any retiree. From...
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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.
Welcome to Newton Place Apartments! This beautiful, brand new community features spacious two-bedroom apartments homes designed exclusively for residents 62 and over. All homes include modern amenities at an affordable price: gourmet kitchens with energy-efficient appliances, full-size washer &...
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From previous experience I knew I wanted to live in a continuing care retirement community and wanted to be closer to family. I toured several communities in central Iowa but when I visited Park Centre I...
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: 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: 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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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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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.
CommonBond builds stable homes, strong futures, and vibrant communities. The Tallcorn has 49 affordable unique 1 & 2 bedroom urban loft style apartments. (minimum & maximum income qualifications apply)
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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: 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: 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 Melbourne, IA

The average cost of senior living in Melbourne is $3,517 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Colfax, IA with an average of $2,757 per month.

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

Melbourne, IA
$3,517/mo
$3,187/mo

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

Melbourne, IA
$3,517/mo
$3,268/mo
U.S. national average
$4,153/mo

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

$4,816/mo
Independent Living
$3,517/mo

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

Studio
$5,883/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,965/mo
2 Bedroom
$4,852/mo

Senior living costs in Melbourne 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: Melbourne, IA
Column state: Iowa
Column national: U.S.
Community typeMelbourne, IAIowaU.S.
Independent Living$3,517/mo$3,268/mo$4,153/mo
Assisted Living$4,839/mo$4,480/mo$4,740/mo
Memory Care$4,816/mo$4,485/mo$5,004/mo
Independent Living
Melbourne, IA:$3,517/mo
Iowa:$3,268/mo
U.S.:$4,153/mo
Assisted Living
Melbourne, IA:$4,839/mo
Iowa:$4,480/mo
U.S.:$4,740/mo
Memory Care
Melbourne, IA:$4,816/mo
Iowa:$4,485/mo
U.S.:$5,004/mo
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Discover the many ways to pay for senior living

Planning ahead can better position you to make good choices for your loved one’s care in the future. But if your aging family member needs care now, there are ways to finance the cost of long-term care through a combination of approaches.

What families are saying about independent living in Melbourne

Recent reviews for independent living in Melbourne

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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Windsor Manor Nevada

5.0
They are doing great, they are happy with the community. I don't have any complaints about anything.

Windsor Manor Grinnell

5.0
Making the decision to move our mother from her private home to assisted living was not easy for her or her family. We had discussed the options available knowing the day might come that she could benefit from senior independent living with the option for different levels of care if/when ...
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Melbourne independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Melbourne independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Melbourne, 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 Melbourne 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 Melbourne partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Melbourne, IANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
13.3%
20.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
6.7%
34.4%
No sugar
No sugar
13.3%
30.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
13.3%
33.6%
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Availability of select dining options in Melbourne 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 Melbourne communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Melbourne, IANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
6.7%
36.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
13.3%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
6.7%
37%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
13.3%
17.2%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Melbourne 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 Melbourne offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Melbourne, IANational
Activity director
Activity director
6.7%
45.1%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
6.7%
28.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
6.7%
33%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
20%
47.5%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
13.3%
48.9%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
26.7%
54%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
13.3%
42.9%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
6.7%
38.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
6.7%
41.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
6.7%
47.1%
Live performances
Live performances
13.3%
46.8%
Dances
Dances
6.7%
33%
Fitness center
Fitness center
6.7%
39.5%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
6.7%
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