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10 Best Independent Living Communities in Moscow, IA

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The cost of independent living in Moscow is about $2,993 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 179 options. Read 1045 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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Luther Knoll is an "independent lifestyle" low-income (subsidized) senior community, meaning that there are income and equity requirements. Such are beyond the scope of this review. The minimum age to be...
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+ At Luther Knoll, you can't help but feel at home. Spacious one bedroom apartments that are designed for carefree living with features like generous closet space, walk-in showers and paid utilities including central air. This apartment community offers elevator service,...
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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+ When maintaining an independent lifestyle is important, consider Luther Heights. Located just steps from shopping and banking, this one bedroom apartment community is also a meal site location. Luther Heights has an on-site beauty salon, laundry facilities, many planned...
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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.
Designed for persons: 62+ Welcome to Luther Manor! Located just steps from shopping and banking. This one bedroom apartment community is a meal site location. Enjoy social activities and exercise classes in the community room, as well as convenient city bus service and on-site beauty/barber shop....
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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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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.
Located in the vibrant Quad Cities, The Suites of Bettendorf is conveniently located at 2592 Middle Road, near the intersection of Middle Road & Spruce Hills Dr. It’s walkability to nearby amenities makes this the perfect place to call home.A thoughtfully designed, 3-story building is...
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
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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: Independent Living, Senior Apartments
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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.
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
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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
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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, 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.
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.
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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: 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+ This fifty four unit apartment community is nestled away from the hectic mainstream, yet just minutes from all your needs. Five Seasons Senior Housing offers spacious one bedroom apartment homes for those age 62 or better that meet federal income guidelines. Utilities...
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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.
Provides: Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
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.
Photo of Asbury House, Senior Independent Living
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The facility was good, the food was very good and they offered a good variety. The rooms were average size and were enough for him. It's a small facility and he received more attention. I would...
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.
Asbury house is independent living, for seniors 50 years plus. We have fourteen apartments, which very in square footage. We have one-bedroom apartments, single efficiency, double efficiency and several suites. All the apartments are located on the first floor, all apartments have a full bath,...
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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.
Located in Maquoketa, Iowa, Hurst Hotel Apartments offer senior citizens independent and assisted living. These apartments offer more than just a place for your loved one to rest their head, Hurst Hotel Apartments presents a setting that fosters interaction and a community feel. There is a...
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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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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: 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.

Cost of independent living in Moscow, IA

The average cost of senior living in Moscow is $2,993 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Wheatland, IA with an average of $2,353 per month.

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

Moscow, IA
$2,992/mo
$2,411/mo
$2,959/mo

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

Moscow, IA
$2,992/mo
$3,268/mo
U.S. national average
$4,161/mo

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

$4,530/mo
Independent Living
$2,992/mo

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

Semi-Private
$4,554/mo
Studio
$5,142/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,547/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,591/mo

Senior living costs in Moscow 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: Moscow, IA
Column state: Iowa
Column national: U.S.
Community typeMoscow, IAIowaU.S.
Independent Living$2,992/mo$3,268/mo$4,161/mo
Assisted Living$4,510/mo$4,480/mo$4,703/mo
Memory Care$4,530/mo$4,485/mo$4,954/mo
Independent Living
Moscow, IA:$2,992/mo
Iowa:$3,268/mo
U.S.:$4,161/mo
Assisted Living
Moscow, IA:$4,510/mo
Iowa:$4,480/mo
U.S.:$4,703/mo
Memory Care
Moscow, IA:$4,530/mo
Iowa:$4,485/mo
U.S.:$4,954/mo
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Independent living costs in Moscow, IA, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly independent living costs have shifted over the past five years in Moscow and how those changes compare with state and national trends. The figures represent quarterly averages of what seniors actually paid after moving into A Place for Mom partner communities.

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Independent living cost trends in Moscow, IA

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Moscow have changed in the last two years and how those changes compare with state and national trends. The figures represent averages of actual costs paid by seniors who moved into A Place for Mom partner communities in 2023 and 2024.

Cost comparison table showing 2023 and 2024 median costs by location. This table contains 3 rows of data across 4 columns.
Column location: Location
Column cost2024: 2024 average cost
Column cost2023: 2023 average cost
Column percentChange: Percent change
Location2024 average cost2023 average costPercent change
Moscow, IA$3,160/mo$2,703/mo+16.9%
Iowa$2,681/mo$2,601/mo+3.1%
National$3,246/mo$3,151/mo+3.0%
Moscow, IA
2024 average cost:$3,160/mo
2023 average cost:$2,703/mo
Percent change:+16.9%
Iowa
2024 average cost:$2,681/mo
2023 average cost:$2,601/mo
Percent change:+3.1%
National
2024 average cost:$3,246/mo
2023 average cost:$3,151/mo
Percent change:+3.0%
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What families are saying about independent living in Moscow

Recent reviews for independent living in Moscow

Boyson Heights Senior Living in Cedar Rapids, IA

5.0
The staff is very easy to work with. They treat our father with respect and seem to really care about him. We can call anytime and get any questions answered. His room is always clean. We had his 90th birthday family party at the facility, which worked out wonderfully. We would definitely ...
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Brown Deer Place in Coralville, IA

4.0
I would recommend if the person had severe dementia, they are very friendly the only complaint she has is that the food is not very good.

Cedar Village Senior Residences in Cedar Rapids, IA

4.0
My love one is doing fine since her move to this community. We have not had any problems, or concerns. We do feel she is safe, and in good hands. They have a kind, friendly staff. They do a good job with the cleanliness around the community. Everything is going well, and this is probably would ...
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Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Welcoming and friendly community atmosphere. Many reviews mention the warm and inviting atmosphere at their community, with residents and staff treating each other like family. At Legacy Pointe, for instance, one resident shares how the residents are caring towards friends and check on those who are missing from meals or activities. At ...
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Delicious and varied meals. Throughout the reviews, the quality and taste of the meals stand out as a major positive factor, with residents looking forward to mealtimes every day. For example, the food at Walden Place Senior Living is described as absolutely delicious, and staff go above and beyond to accommodate dietary ...
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Active social calendar. Activities are another key feature mentioned in the reviews, with residents participating in a wide range of offerings that help keep them engaged and active. For instance, at Legacy Pointe, residents enjoy socializing during movie nights and religious services, while at Walden Place Senior L ...
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Clean and well-maintained facilities. Reviews consistently highlight cleanliness as a priority, with some commenting specifically on the upkeep of both private rooms and common areas. For example, at Cottage Grove Place, a CCRC, the buildings are described as clean and well-kept, while at The Fountains, the facility is beautiful ...
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Helpful and responsive staff. Several reviews praise the helpfulness and responsiveness of the staff, with examples of staff going the extra mile to assist residents and their families. For instance, at Grand Living at Indian Creek, the staff have been described as wonderful, and at Boyson Heights Senior Living, they hav ...
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Variety of living options. Some reviews highlight the convenience of having a broad range of living options available at one location, allowing residents to receive the care they need as their needs change. For example, at Cottage Grove Place, a CCRC, the community offers services from independent living to skilled care ...
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Moscow independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Moscow independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Moscow, 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 Moscow 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 Moscow partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Moscow, IANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
13.7%
20.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
23%
34.4%
No sugar
No sugar
19.3%
30.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
21.1%
33.6%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
3.1%
10.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Moscow 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 Moscow communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Moscow, IANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
15.5%
36.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
26.1%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
19.9%
37%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
11.2%
17.2%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Moscow 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 Moscow offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Moscow, IANational
Activity director
Activity director
28.6%
45.1%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
18.6%
28.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
21.7%
33%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
36.6%
47.5%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
34.2%
48.9%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
41%
54%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
26.1%
42.9%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
19.3%
38.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
23.6%
41.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
31.1%
47.1%
Live performances
Live performances
30.4%
46.8%
Dances
Dances
18%
33%
Fitness center
Fitness center
24.2%
39.5%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
29.8%
46.4%
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