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The cost of independent living in Monrovia is about $3,623 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 145 options. Read 1814 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.
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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We are extraordinarily happy here, they are phenomenal! It's independent, and they don't have a kitchen or do meals here. They do have a nice clubhouse. They bring in different people, they brought in one...
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.
Pebblebrooke Villas offer independent living in a comfortable, maintenance provided community for those 55 and older. Pebblebrooke is located in Basehor, Kansas. Basehor is conveniently located close to Kansas City, KS, Shawnee, Lawrence and Leavenworth. Basehor offers a small-town atmosphere...
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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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From what I am told my mom really likes the community. She seems to be enjoying herself and participating in social events. She says the food is very good and she enjoys it. My mom or my sister have not...
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.
When you visit Cobblestone Court, you'll find a warm, friendly community where folks can thrive and connect. It's a place full of friendly local faces where you and your loved one will feel right at home, whether that's in our inviting community spaces or homey studio apartments. Our care...
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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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From first site I fell in love with my place. When something is broken or something needs fixed or replaced the maintenance is out there the same day. I highly recommend Peterson Place. Keep up the good...
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.
Photo of Monterey Village
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.
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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, 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.
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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.
Independent LivingQuiet West Lawrence Kansas LocationClose to shoppingPet Policy:Dogs are allowedCats are allowedProperty Description:Our property is conveniently located near grocery stores, banks and doctor's offices. Property grounds feature lush park like setting. Units include the following...
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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.
Pioneer Ridge Assisted Living is a senior living community that offers residents high quality assisted living in Lawrence, KS.What is assisted living? Assisted living is for those who can no longer live on their own, but do not require 24-hour care. Pioneer Ridge Assisted Living offers many...
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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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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
The Mission Towers Apartments are senior apartments located in the bustling city of Topeka, Shawnee County, KS. The Topeka area is known for the many amenities that it offers its residents. Regardless of the type of activities that you like to participate in, the Topeka area will usually have it....
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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.
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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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The homes are more of a family style and are for full care for memory care. Some employees have been here several years and are the cream of the crop. Nowhere is anything perfect but this was our choice of...
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.
At Peggy Kelly House we recognize the difficult journey of those with early to middle stage Alzheimer’s and other memory related diseases. We offer a secure environment with dementia specific care. We encourage our residents to continue to make choices, but in a more secure environment. They...
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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.

Cost of independent living in Monrovia, KS

The average cost of senior living in Monrovia is $3,623 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Kickapoo Tribal Center, KS with an average of $1,714 per month.

Independent living costs in Monrovia, KS, vs. nearby cities

Monrovia, KS
$3,623/mo
$3,625/mo
$3,621/mo

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

Monrovia, KS
$3,623/mo
$3,878/mo
U.S. national average
$4,211/mo

Independent living costs in Monrovia, KS, vs. other senior living options

$4,806/mo
Independent Living
$3,623/mo

Independent living costs in Monrovia, KS, by floor plan type

Studio
$2,746/mo
1 Bedroom
$3,032/mo
2 Bedroom
$4,154/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$3,383/mo

Senior living costs in Monrovia 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: Monrovia, KS
Column state: Kansas
Column national: U.S.
Community typeMonrovia, KSKansasU.S.
Independent Living$3,623/mo$3,878/mo$4,211/mo
Assisted Living$4,895/mo$5,085/mo$4,752/mo
Memory Care$4,806/mo$5,003/mo$5,014/mo
Independent Living
Monrovia, KS:$3,623/mo
Kansas:$3,878/mo
U.S.:$4,211/mo
Assisted Living
Monrovia, KS:$4,895/mo
Kansas:$5,085/mo
U.S.:$4,752/mo
Memory Care
Monrovia, KS:$4,806/mo
Kansas:$5,003/mo
U.S.:$5,014/mo
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Independent living costs in Monrovia, KS, over time

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

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Monrovia 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
Monrovia, KS$2,710/mo$2,673/mo+1.4%
Kansas$2,803/mo$2,653/mo+5.7%
National$3,259/mo$3,168/mo+2.9%
Monrovia, KS
2024 average cost:$2,710/mo
2023 average cost:$2,673/mo
Percent change:+1.4%
Kansas
2024 average cost:$2,803/mo
2023 average cost:$2,653/mo
Percent change:+5.7%
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2024 average cost:$3,259/mo
2023 average cost:$3,168/mo
Percent change:+2.9%
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What families are saying about independent living in Monrovia

Recent reviews for independent living in Monrovia

Lexington Park Independent Living in Topeka, KS

4.6
My Grandparents really love it. There are a lot of activities and the facility is very nice.

Lexington Park in Topeka, KS

4.0
I was very impressed with our experience at Lexington Park, it's a very nice place for independent senior living! It's a nice looking place, the people are all very friendly, and the apartments are a very nice size for the price! I would highly recommend them!

Homestead Assisted Living of Atchison

5.0
Vintage Park at Atchison was a pleasant community. My wife stayed for a short time for respite care. We both enjoyed the variety of food that they served. They offered many activities and my wife had a great time participating. The staff took good care of her and were very easy to communicate ...
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Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Variety of apartment sizes. Several reviews mention the availability of various apartment sizes to accommodate different living preferences. At Meadowlark Estates, one reviewer specifically noted their loved one's preference for a two-bedroom apartment.
Affordability and value. Many reviews express satisfaction with the cost and value for the services provided. For example, at Linden Woods Village, residents appreciate the affordability that made it an ideal choice for their family.
Thoughtful and caring staff. Reviews are filled with praise for the friendly and caring staff who go above and beyond to make residents feel at home. At Corby Place, one resident expressed gratitude for the Director's willingness to work with them.
Friendly and welcoming community atmosphere. Several reviews highlight the warm and welcoming atmosphere at their community. For instance, at Riverstone Retirement Community, residents enjoy the neighbors and friends they've made since moving in.
Outstanding food services. Throughout the reviews, the quality of the food is a common theme of satisfaction. At Riverstone Retirement Community, the Chef is particularly popular among residents for their culinary skills.
Engaging activities to encourage socialization. Residents appreciate the various activities offered at their communities, creating opportunities for socialization and staying active. For example, at Riverstone Retirement Community, weekly activities like happy hour, music, and dancing are enjoyed by many.
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Monrovia independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Monrovia independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Monrovia, 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 Monrovia 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 Monrovia 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
27.8%
20.6%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
30.2%
34.8%
No sugar
No sugar
31%
31.2%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
19.8%
33.9%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
8.7%
10.8%
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Availability of select dining options in Monrovia 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 Monrovia communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
26.2%
36.9%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
37.3%
43.8%
Room service
Room service
30.2%
37.3%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
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Availability of select programs and activities in Monrovia 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 Monrovia offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
37.3%
45.6%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
23.8%
28.5%
Community service programs
Community service programs
27.8%
33.4%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
42.1%
47.8%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
49.2%
49.2%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
46.8%
54.3%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
35.7%
43.4%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
26.2%
38.6%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
35.7%
42.2%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
41.3%
47.5%
Live performances
Live performances
41.3%
47.2%
Dances
Dances
25.4%
33.3%
Fitness center
Fitness center
24.6%
39.8%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
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Riverstone Retirement Community, Holiday Thornton Place and Vintage Gardens are the top-rated independent living facilities near Monrovia, Kansas. See full list of communities.
There are 145 independent living facilities near Monrovia, Kansas. See the full list.
The best independent living facilities near you in Monrovia, Kansas are Riverstone Retirement Community, Holiday Thornton Place and Buckingham Senior Living. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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