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The cost of independent living in Onawa is about $3,487 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 72 options. Read 189 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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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: 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: 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
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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.
Regency Square is a leader in skilled nursing in the Siouxland area. Our professional therapy team is available to provide physical, occupational, and speech therapy. While we have several residents that return to their own home after a short-term stay, Regency Square also offers a comforting,...
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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.
Kovar Court Senior Care is a wonderful community located in serene Missouri Valley, Iowa. This well regarded location offers the finest in independent senior living for those who are looking to maintain control of their lives. With an emphasis on independent living, Kovar Court is the ideal...
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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.
Peace of Mind for the Entire Family!As a tenant of Prime Living Apartments, you will quickly feel like one of the family.  You can rest assured that you will be receiving the best care and services in a warm and dignified manner.  Prime Living Apartments is an affordable assisted living...
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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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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, 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
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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
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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: 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
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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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My Mom was diagnosed with Alzheimer's over 7 years ago. My Dad is 93, she is 90; they have been married for 69 years. Thanks to my amazing siblings, we were able to keep Mom at home until recently. While it...
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
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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.
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
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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.

Cost of independent living in Onawa, IA

The average cost of senior living in Onawa is $3,487 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Pisgah, IA with an average of $2,506 per month.

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

Onawa, IA
$3,516/mo
$3,571/mo
$3,157/mo

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

Onawa, IA
$3,516/mo
$3,268/mo
U.S. national average
$4,160/mo

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

$4,244/mo
Independent Living
$3,516/mo

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

Semi-Private
$2,975/mo
Studio
$4,069/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,288/mo
2 Bedroom
$4,101/mo

Senior living costs in Onawa 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: Onawa, IA
Column state: Iowa
Column national: U.S.
Community typeOnawa, IAIowaU.S.
Independent Living$3,516/mo$3,268/mo$4,160/mo
Assisted Living$4,244/mo$4,480/mo$4,698/mo
Memory Care$4,244/mo$4,485/mo$4,946/mo
Independent Living
Onawa, IA:$3,516/mo
Iowa:$3,268/mo
U.S.:$4,160/mo
Assisted Living
Onawa, IA:$4,244/mo
Iowa:$4,480/mo
U.S.:$4,698/mo
Memory Care
Onawa, IA:$4,244/mo
Iowa:$4,485/mo
U.S.:$4,946/mo
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Independent living costs in Onawa, IA, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly independent living costs have shifted over the past five years in Onawa 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 Onawa, IA

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Onawa 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
Onawa, IA$2,792/mo$2,573/mo+8.5%
Iowa$2,291/mo$2,321/mo-1.3%
National$2,887/mo$2,825/mo+2.2%
Onawa, IA
2024 average cost:$2,792/mo
2023 average cost:$2,573/mo
Percent change:+8.5%
Iowa
2024 average cost:$2,291/mo
2023 average cost:$2,321/mo
Percent change:-1.3%
National
2024 average cost:$2,887/mo
2023 average cost:$2,825/mo
Percent change:+2.2%
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What families are saying about independent living in Onawa

Recent reviews for independent living in Onawa

Nye Square in Fremont, NE

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Fremont Nebraska Nye Court I would rate them as a 4 for those categories. We had a really good experience. My mom was there about 8 months. The staff was very knowledgeable and caring towards the residents. They kept the residents rooms and commons areas very clean . Admissions was very easy ...
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Lawton Senior Living

5.0
A very loving and caring staff. The food was very tasty and well prepared. My wife was only a resident for eleven days but she was treated very well. I would highly recommend this facility.

Charter Senior Living at North Park Place in Sioux City, IA

5.0
My father has been in this community for about a month and a half now and he is very happy! He likes being independent, that was the biggest issue for him was being able to come and go when he wants. Also, he can put his tv as loud as he wants. The building is an older structure. If he ...
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Onawa independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Onawa independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Onawa, 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 Onawa 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 Onawa partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Onawa, IANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
14%
20.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
14%
34.4%
No sugar
No sugar
14%
30.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
15.8%
33.6%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
5.3%
10.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Onawa 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 Onawa communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Onawa, IANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
8.8%
36.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
24.6%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
22.8%
37%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
10.5%
17.2%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Onawa 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 Onawa offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Onawa, IANational
Activity director
Activity director
29.8%
45.1%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
19.3%
28.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
19.3%
33%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
35.1%
47.5%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
29.8%
48.9%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
35.1%
54%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
26.3%
42.9%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
19.3%
38.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
22.8%
41.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
28.1%
47.1%
Live performances
Live performances
29.8%
46.8%
Dances
Dances
17.5%
33%
Fitness center
Fitness center
14%
39.5%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
29.8%
46.4%
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