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The cost of independent living in Rochester is about $2,930 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 164 options. Read 909 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: 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, 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.
Welcome to Lutheran Living Senior Campus!Nestled in the lush fields of Muscatine, Iowa, we provide you with residences,services, and conveniences for a full life today and the full continuum of health care and rehabilitation to support you into the future. Lutheran Living is the onlyContinuing...
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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.
Income based housing for the elderly may trigger visions of run down properties and poor living conditions but this definitely does not describe the Muscatine Tower Apartments, which is located in Muscatine, IA and run by the Seldin Company. This river front property has spacious apartments that...
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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.
With several open-concept floor plans to choose from, our apartment homes are comfortable, easy to navigate and designed to maximize living and entertaining. And because they’re all maintenance-free, you or your loved one won’t even have to change a light bulb.Outside, there’s a thriving...
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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: 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+ Located in the heart of downtown Iowa City adjacent to the Johnson County Senior Center, these beautifully designed apartment homes are close to all your needs. For your convenience, Ecumenical Towers offers indoor mail service, laundry facilities, elevator, social...
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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.
Courtyard Estates... A retirement community to call home. Courtyard Estates provides all the comforts of home as well as health maintenance, state-of-the-art security and a full range of care services. The community offers maintenance and worry-free living that allows you to focus on family,...
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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.
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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.
About ABCM CorporationHallmark Care Center is owned by ABCM Corporation, Hampton, IA. ABCM is a multi-facility provider offering top-quality, long-term care services unmatched in the state of Iowa. We believe in a Person Directed Care approach to long-term care, encouraging the individuals we...
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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 one of Iowa’s fastest growing counties, The Estates of North Liberty will be conveniently located at 175 S. Jones Blvd. This patio-home cooperative will sit on 8 acres and include 30 individual homes meeting the Universal Design concept. Also, inside this private, gated community...
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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: 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, 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.
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.
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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: 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: Independent Living, Nursing Homes
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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.
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.
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: Assisted Living, 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.
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.
Grand Haven is a 53 apartment community that offers both independent and assisted living options. Our Individualized service plan is tailored to your needs. Independent and Assisted living apartments are mixed throughout the building. The services come to your door. You can choose from...
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.

Cost of independent living in Rochester, IA

The average cost of senior living in Rochester is $2,930 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Wheatland, IA with an average of $2,220 per month.

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

Rochester, IA
$2,930/mo
$2,930/mo
$2,944/mo

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

Rochester, IA
$2,930/mo
$3,225/mo
U.S. national average
$4,048/mo

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

$4,420/mo
Independent Living
$2,930/mo

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

Semi-Private
$8,850/mo
Studio
$5,155/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,006/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,496/mo

Average cost of Independent Living in Rochester over time

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What families are saying about independent living in Rochester

Recent reviews for independent living in Rochester

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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Terrace Glen Village in Marion, IA

5.0
Moved in day one! No regrets. I'm not interested in facade and opulence. All I need is kindness and respect. Showered with both here.

Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Warm and welcoming community atmosphere. Several reviews highlight the friendly and welcoming nature of the residents and staff at various communities, such as Legacy Pointe, creating a sense of family. Residents of Walden Place Senior Living mention the communal feeling and caring attitude towards newcomers.
Delicious and customizable meal options. According to reviews, the quality food is a major factor in residents' satisfaction with their communities. At Boyson Heights Senior Living, the chef accommodates individual preferences and dietary restrictions, while residents of Legacy Pointe enjoy the variety of meal choices.
Engaging and diverse activities. Reviews for Walden Place Senior Living note the wide range of activities offered, from beanbag baseball to Bible study and Communion. Residents of Legacy Pointe also express appreciation for the social and engaging events, such as movie nights.
Helpful and responsive staff. Numerous reviews mention the assistive and caring nature of staff members. Families of residents at Stirlingshire of Coralville share their gratitude for the staff's attentiveness and support, while residents of Grand Living at Indian Creek appreciate the professional and helpful demeanor of ...
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Comfortable and clean living spaces. Residents of Cottage Grove Place, a CCRC mention the comfort and cleanliness of the community's buildings, while reviews for The Fountains highlight the peaceful and beautiful environment. The Fountains community is described as a 'wonderful place' with clean and well-kept buildings.
Supportive and inclusive environment. Several reviews emphasize the sense of care and inclusion felt at different communities. At Legacy Pointe, residents watch out for each other and the staff go above and beyond to ensure everyone feels at home. Residents of The Fountains also mention the friendly and inclusive atmosphere.
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Rochester independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Rochester independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Rochester, 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 Rochester 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 Rochester partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Rochester, IANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
14.8%
20.2%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
20.8%
33.8%
No sugar
No sugar
18.1%
30.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
18.8%
33.1%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
3.4%
8.7%
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Availability of select dining options in Rochester 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 Rochester communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Rochester, IANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
15.4%
36%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
26.8%
43%
Room service
Room service
20.1%
36.5%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
12.1%
17.1%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Rochester 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 Rochester offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Rochester, IANational
Activity director
Activity director
28.9%
44.5%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
19.5%
28%
Community service programs
Community service programs
22.1%
32.4%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
38.9%
47.5%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
34.2%
48.6%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
41.6%
53.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
26.2%
42.4%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
19.5%
37.4%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
24.2%
41.1%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
31.5%
46.9%
Live performances
Live performances
30.9%
46.5%
Dances
Dances
18.1%
32.3%
Fitness center
Fitness center
25.5%
39.4%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
29.5%
46%
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Brookstone of Aledo, Holiday Palmer Hills and Stirlingshire of Coralville are the top-rated independent living facilities near Rochester, Iowa. See full list of communities.

There are 164 independent living facilities near Rochester, Iowa. See the full list.

The best independent living facilities near you in Rochester, Iowa are Brookstone of Aledo and Walden Place Senior Living. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.

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