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10 Best Independent Living Communities in Mission Hills, KS

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The cost of independent living in Mission Hills is about $3,700 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 104 options. Read 2027 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: 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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Excellent, Excellent care here! My husband was at another Rehab and he was not doing well. This rehab is so beautiful. The surrounding is humble and uplifting. Especially for my husband as he is demanding....
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.
This new Senior Apartment Community is exclusive for those 62 years and older. The all new all one bedroom apartment community is conveniently located close to Downtown Kansas City, Missouri. Your new, one bedroom apartment is equipped to improve your lifestyle. You will enjoy the community room...
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The staff at this community are very helpful. When my aunt first moved in she was not able to stay in her apartment so they found her another one. They also helped her move so she would not have to pay...
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: 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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The apartment that my friend is in is perfect. She has a door in her living room that goes to the outside so she can take her dogs out. She has a washer sand dryer in her apartment, I think the place is...
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.
Rosewood Place is an affordable senior housing apartment complex for seniors 55 and older located in Lenexa, Johnson County, Kansas. Rosewood Place is located with easy access to nearby shopping centers, coffee shops, banking, houses of worship, parks, nail and beauty salons, opportunities for...
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: 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.
K. David Cole Place has 65 one bedroom rental apartments for persons age 62 or over. The facilities are specially designed with the needs of older adults in mind, while four apartments are wheelchair accessible.Qualified applicants must meet Hud income limits, and submit to a criminal and...
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The manager is really good and if she can do anything to help she will do it. They also have a social worker in the building who is also very helpful and accommodating. They seem to really care about the...
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.
The decision to leave the comfort of your own home to move into an assisted living residence is a difficult one for most people. You don't need constant help, every day. But you do need a little help from time to time. Is it worth the move? Assisted living can offer you more lifestyle choices at...
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They are professional. The staff is attentive. They are open to suggestions. They show care toward residents. It is clean and smells nice. The food is good. The room size is sufficient. The layout is nice.
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: 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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After our move in craziness my mother has adjusted well and seems to be enjoying herself here at The Gardens. The community is clean and nice looking, no concerns there. The staff has been helpful and kind...
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.
The community within a community is located within a traditional neighborhood and pedestrian orientated area.The Gardens at Northgate is comfortably nestled in the very heart of a vibrant and inviting urban area. The Gardens at Northgate provides all the conveniences of warm and friendly services...
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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, 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.
Now Open! Call and reserve your new one-bedroom apartment now. This new exciting senior apartment community is exclusive for those 62 years of age and better. Parallel Senior Villas is conveniently located only 3 miles west of Interstate 635 in Kansas City, Kansas. Plus you can shop and dine at...
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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 Mission Hills, KS

The average cost of senior living in Mission Hills is $3,700 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Shawnee, KS with an average of $3,579 per month.

Independent living costs in Mission Hills, KS, vs. nearby cities

Mission Hills, KS
$3,700/mo
$3,697/mo

Independent living costs in Mission Hills, KS, vs. state and national averages

Mission Hills, KS
$3,700/mo
$3,844/mo
U.S. national average
$4,153/mo

Independent living costs in Mission Hills, KS, vs. other senior living options

$5,244/mo
Independent Living
$3,700/mo

Independent living costs in Mission Hills, KS, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$5,123/mo
Studio
$4,944/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,884/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,047/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$4,013/mo

Senior living costs in Mission Hills 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: Mission Hills, KS
Column state: Kansas
Column national: U.S.
Community typeMission Hills, KSKansasU.S.
Independent Living$3,700/mo$3,844/mo$4,153/mo
Assisted Living$5,315/mo$5,047/mo$4,698/mo
Memory Care$5,244/mo$4,957/mo$4,946/mo
Independent Living
Mission Hills, KS:$3,700/mo
Kansas:$3,844/mo
U.S.:$4,153/mo
Assisted Living
Mission Hills, KS:$5,315/mo
Kansas:$5,047/mo
U.S.:$4,698/mo
Memory Care
Mission Hills, KS:$5,244/mo
Kansas:$4,957/mo
U.S.:$4,946/mo
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Independent living costs in Mission Hills, KS, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly independent living costs have shifted over the past five years in Mission Hills 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 Mission Hills, KS

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Mission Hills 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
Mission Hills, KS$3,045/mo$2,854/mo+6.7%
Kansas$2,826/mo$2,681/mo+5.4%
National$3,261/mo$3,166/mo+3.0%
Mission Hills, KS
2024 average cost:$3,045/mo
2023 average cost:$2,854/mo
Percent change:+6.7%
Kansas
2024 average cost:$2,826/mo
2023 average cost:$2,681/mo
Percent change:+5.4%
National
2024 average cost:$3,261/mo
2023 average cost:$3,166/mo
Percent change:+3.0%
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What families are saying about independent living in Mission Hills

Recent reviews for independent living in Mission Hills

Vintage Park at Gardner

4.3
We really like the nursing staff and the manager, our only complaint we have about the place is over the weekends there are no regular staff members. The rooms are nice, and our loved ones thing the food is good.

Senior Star at Villa Ventura in Kansas City, MO

5.0
So far I'm very satisfied with Villa Ventura!!! I'm extremely pleased with [name removed] who set the expectation for the facility!!! She went over and beyond to accommodate getting my mom situated with limited notice. Most of the Interim Home Health staff are great as well. I'm grateful that ...
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The Wellington Senior Living in Liberty, MO

4.4
They all seem pleasant and helpful snd try to accommodate your suggestions. However they have to report to their boss too. My mom has recommended to others and a few have moved in. I think this place struggles like all others with retention of employees. It's hard to see someone go that they ...
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Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Wide range of activities for residents. Residents at Overland Park Place, Brookdale Overland Park 119th, and Shawnee Hills Senior Living enjoy a variety of activities offered by their communities. These include bingo, card games, exercise classes, book clubs, movie nights, and outings to local attractions. This keeps residents e ...
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Friendly and helpful staff. Multiple reviews for Town Village of Leawood, Overland Park Place, and Novel Place Overland Park highlight the kindness and attentiveness of the staff. They make residents and their families feel welcome and provide excellent care, creating a warm and friendly atmosphere.
Well-maintained living spaces. At Shawnee Hills Senior Living, Brookdale Overland Park 119th, and Town Village of Leawood, the living spaces are kept clean and updated. Residents appreciate the cleanliness of their private rooms and the communal areas, creating a comfortable and relaxing environment.
Affordable pricing. Communities such as Brookdale Overland Park 119th, Overland Park Place, and Mission Chateau Senior Living Community offer reasonable pricing for their services, making them an affordable option for seniors looking for a comfortable and caring living situation.
Access to on-site amenities. Residents at Novel Place Overland Park, Town Village of Leawood, and Brookdale Overland Park 119th can enjoy on-site amenities like swimming pools, libraries, and fitness centers. These facilities add value to their living experience and promote a healthy and active lifestyle.
Supportive community atmosphere. Throughout the reviews, a sense of community is a common theme. At Brookdale Wornall Place, Town Village of Leawood, and Avenue 81, residents and their families have formed lasting friendships and feel a strong sense of belonging. This supportive environment fosters happiness and peace of ...
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Mission Hills independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Mission Hills independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Mission Hills, 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 Mission Hills 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 Mission Hills partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
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Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
33.3%
20.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
36.6%
34.4%
No sugar
No sugar
30.1%
30.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
29%
33.6%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
15.1%
10.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Mission Hills 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 Mission Hills communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
36.6%
36.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
46.2%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
45.2%
37%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
19.4%
17.2%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Mission Hills 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 Mission Hills offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
43%
45.1%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
32.3%
28.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
39.8%
33%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
48.4%
47.5%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
51.6%
48.9%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
50.5%
54%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
45.2%
42.9%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
37.6%
38.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
38.7%
41.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
48.4%
47.1%
Live performances
Live performances
49.5%
46.8%
Dances
Dances
34.4%
33%
Fitness center
Fitness center
36.6%
39.5%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
49.5%
46.4%
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