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The cost of independent living in Dearborn Heights is about $3,948 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 97 options. Read 1570 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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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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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
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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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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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We're very pleased with this place, so far it has been everything that we've hoped for. The aides and care staff take great care of her and the manager, Roslyn, has been great to work with. The staff and 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.
HOLIDAY SPECIALS! CALL NOW FOR DETAILS!Are you looking for the best independent affordable senior living option in the Down River area? If so, The Meadows of Southgate Senior Apartment Community is the answer. At the Meadows, seniors 55+ can take advantage of roomy one and two-bedroom apartments...
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.
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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I had a friend staying here and it is very clean. The caregivers are quite nice, but do the minimal. Not all the clothes are hers in her closet. They need to work harder at keeping her bed made with a...
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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.
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Cost of independent living in Dearborn Heights, MI

The average cost of senior living in Dearborn Heights is $3,948 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Riverview, MI with an average of $3,117 per month.

Independent living costs in Dearborn Heights, MI, vs. nearby cities

Dearborn Heights, MI
$3,948/mo
$4,028/mo
$3,912/mo

Independent living costs in Dearborn Heights, MI, vs. state and national averages

Dearborn Heights, MI
$3,948/mo
U.S. national average
$4,153/mo

Independent living costs in Dearborn Heights, MI, vs. other senior living options

$5,331/mo
Independent Living
$3,948/mo

Independent living costs in Dearborn Heights, MI, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$3,338/mo
Studio
$4,583/mo
1 Bedroom
$3,965/mo
2 Bedroom
$3,707/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$1,450/mo

Senior living costs in Dearborn Heights 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: Dearborn Heights, MI
Column state: Michigan
Column national: U.S.
Community typeDearborn Heights, MIMichiganU.S.
Independent Living$3,948/mo$3,748/mo$4,153/mo
Assisted Living$4,295/mo$4,249/mo$4,698/mo
Memory Care$5,331/mo$4,620/mo$4,946/mo
Independent Living
Dearborn Heights, MI:$3,948/mo
Michigan:$3,748/mo
U.S.:$4,153/mo
Assisted Living
Dearborn Heights, MI:$4,295/mo
Michigan:$4,249/mo
U.S.:$4,698/mo
Memory Care
Dearborn Heights, MI:$5,331/mo
Michigan:$4,620/mo
U.S.:$4,946/mo
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Independent living costs in Dearborn Heights, MI, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly independent living costs have shifted over the past five years in Dearborn Heights 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 Dearborn Heights, MI

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Dearborn Heights 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
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Location2024 average cost2023 average costPercent change
Dearborn Heights, MI$2,352/mo$2,196/mo+7.1%
Michigan$2,703/mo$2,671/mo+1.2%
National$3,261/mo$3,166/mo+3.0%
Dearborn Heights, MI
2024 average cost:$2,352/mo
2023 average cost:$2,196/mo
Percent change:+7.1%
Michigan
2024 average cost:$2,703/mo
2023 average cost:$2,671/mo
Percent change:+1.2%
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 Dearborn Heights

Recent reviews for independent living in Dearborn Heights

Novi Lakes Health Campus

4.8
My dad had a wonderful stay. I never thought I would be able to take him home again, but he's home now because of the great care the staff takes of their residents. I would recommend this place!

Thomas F Taylor Towers in Westland, MI

5.0
This is the cleanest and prettiest section 8 building I have ever seen. My mother moved from another senior tower in the area to Taylor Towers and we were amazed at the difference in amenities. The staff was friendly and helpful. They have strict rules and guidelines for resident behavior ...
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Comfort Cove Senior Living in West Bloomfield, MI

4.8
American House is a very nice facility to live at. The residents make you feel right at home after you move in. I highly recommend this for you or your loved ones. Great staff. The food is not too good, but everything else is GREAT! The staff and the facility. All are very friendly and outgoing.

Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Wide range of activities for residents. Residents enjoy various activities at the community, including movies, bingo, arts and crafts, field trips, and happy hours. At American House Westland Hunter Senior Living, they have an indoor pool, arts and crafts, and even field trips. At Allegria Village, there are physical therapy sessi ...
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Friendly and helpful staff. The staff at the communities are described as friendly, helpful, and accommodating. At Cedar Creek of Washington, they make an effort to remember residents' names and make them feel at home. Staff members go above and beyond to help with residents' needs, such as arranging doctor visits and of ...
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Clean and well-maintained facilities. The communities are kept clean and well-maintained, with some residents commenting specifically on the cleanliness of the private rooms and communal areas. At American House Southgate Senior Living, they even have housekeeping services available for purchase. The facilities are updated and wel ...
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Availability of medical services on-site. Many communities offer medical services on-site, making it convenient for residents to receive care without having to leave the community. At Allegria Village, they have a primary doctor, dentist, and more, while American House Southland Senior Living mentions the AdvisaCare medical option. ...
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Reasonable pricing and value for money. Several residents and families comment on the reasonable pricing and value for money at the communities. At American House Southland Senior Living, they praise the affordability and the fact that gas and electric are included. At American House Southgate Senior Living, the family chose the c ...
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Thoughtful communication with families. Communication between families and the communities is described as good, with families kept updated on their loved ones' needs and care. At American House Southland Senior Living, the front office is effective at resolving unit issues and reaching out to new residents, while at Allegria Villa ...
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Dearborn Heights independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Dearborn Heights independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Dearborn Heights, 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 Dearborn Heights 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 Dearborn Heights partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Dearborn Heights, MINational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
7.1%
20.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
20.2%
34.4%
No sugar
No sugar
17.9%
30.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
17.9%
33.6%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
11.9%
10.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Dearborn Heights 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 Dearborn Heights communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Dearborn Heights, MINational
Professional chef
Professional chef
22.6%
36.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
28.6%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
22.6%
37%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
7.1%
17.2%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Dearborn Heights 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 Dearborn Heights offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Dearborn Heights, MINational
Activity director
Activity director
33.3%
45.1%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
17.9%
28.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
14.3%
33%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
29.8%
47.5%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
38.1%
48.9%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
32.1%
54%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
27.4%
42.9%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
25%
38.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
26.2%
41.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
33.3%
47.1%
Live performances
Live performances
34.5%
46.8%
Dances
Dances
25%
33%
Fitness center
Fitness center
16.7%
39.5%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
31%
46.4%
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Frequently Asked Questions

Hutcheson Manor, Downriver Estates Senior Living and Plymouth Park Senior Apartments are the top-rated independent living facilities near Dearborn Heights, Michigan. See full list of communities.
There are 97 independent living facilities near Dearborn Heights, Michigan. See the full list.
The best independent living facilities near you in Dearborn Heights, Michigan are Hutcheson Manor, Independence Village of Madison Heights and Pine Ridge of Garfield Senior Living. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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