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The cost of independent living in Elm Point is about $4,184 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 13 options. Read 377 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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Photo of The Boulevard of St. Charles Senior Living
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Our family was very happy with the care our cousin received in the memory care unit at The Boulevard. The staff provided many activities for the residents and their families, including crafts, movies and...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, 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.
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.
The Boulevard Senior Living of St. Charles has been serving the seniors of St. Charles since September of 2017. Located in between interstate 70W and 370W, The Boulevard is minutes from restaurants, malls, grocery stores, and The Streets of St. Charles.The Boulevard offers a full continuum of...
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This place is absolutely incredible! As a Homecare PT, I’ve been in a lot of senior, independent living facilities and this one is head and shoulders above any of them! The staff is all friendly and...
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.
Avalon Park is a brand-new community located in charming Cottleville, MO. Priced 10-15% lower than any other community in the area – we offer the best value in senior living. Once you arrive at Avalon Park you can feel the authentic and caring culture from the staff the moment you walk in! The...
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I have gone through several changes when I moved into Garden Villas, but immediately felt at home. Welcomed and safe. I'm very content.
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.
About the communityGarden Villas of O’Fallon Luxury Retirement and Assisted Living Community continues the grand tradition of excellence established by the Delmar Gardens Family in 1965. Based in St. Louis and owned by the same local family for over 55 years, everything we do is founded upon a...
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99 Floor plans available
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5 for all! The staff was warm and welcoming. They were willing to make adjustments to the apartment in order to accommodate my mom's needs. It is very clean and lots of activities available.
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, 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.
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.
Clarendale of St. Peters senior living community offers extraordinary independent living, assisted living, and memory care all under one roof. Service-rich, yet as comfortable and welcoming as a friendly village, Clarendale of St. Peters keeps you connected to the people and places you love most...
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This is the friendliest place. Everyone is so nice, both the staff and residents. There are many different activities and a calendar of events is put in your mailbox every week. This is just a very...
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.
Nestled on ten acres in the heart of charming St. Charles, Fairwinds- River's Edge offers luxurious apartment homes in a fun and active retirement community. We are very proud to be managed by Leisure Care, who leads the industry in the development and management of retirement communities that...
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I would highly recommend Lake St. Charles. I also recommend a Place for Mom as a great service. I like the continuity of care. This community hires their own staff, no using a staffing service. Maintenance...
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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Dining server with no exception are fantastic. Cleaning staff is the best. Through and timely life. Enrichment personnel are the best. Great programs and easy to talk too. Food other than to much pork and...
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.
Welcome to The Villa at Riverwood, a Five Star Quality Care community! Tucked into a quiet, residential area, our beautifully landscaped grounds include a serene courtyard, reflecting pond, waterfalls and walking track for a complete Independent Living lifestyle. We are close to all major...
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My mom was at Boulevard from [date removed] to [date removed], when she passed away. She was in Assisted Living for about 3 months, before moving to Memory Care. The facilities are very nice, and the workers...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, 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.
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 The Boulevard Senior Living of St. Peters, now open in St. Peters, MO! Featuring senior independent living, assisted living and memory care with a classic, homey, and senior-friendly design. Amazing things happen when worries consist of which events to attend or what to order for...
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The Staff is very friendly and the facility stays very clean! I would very much recommend The Emerson to others who are looking!
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.
Freedom to Live Your LifeFrom the moment you arrive at our independent living community in St. Peters, Missouri, you will fall in love with the beautifully-landscaped property, the spacious and elegant accommodations, and the kind and charming residents. And after one look at the list of...
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Overall the facility has a very comfortable feeling, clean fresh facility, friendly caring staff. The residents living there also make a difference. They really do care about each other.
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.
The Daughters of Charity of St.Vincent de Paul, Franciscan Sisters of Mary, Society of the Sacred Heart, School Sisters of Notre Dame, and the Sisters of Loretto founded the Sarah Community in 1997. Together, the sisters of these five congregations established a community where respect,...
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Wonderful caring people, my spouse is thriving there and has become much more independent. Price for what you receive is fantastic. Highly recommend.
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.
Harvester Residential Care Inc. is dual licensed (Missouri Department of Health and Senior Services and Missouri Department of Mental Health) facility that conveniently located in the middle of family oriented residential neighborhood of St. Charles county, with easy access (less than 10-15...
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Provides: Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
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
Care types provided by this community
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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My mother is in independent living for now and she loves living there. It was an easy transition from her previous home to DeSmet Retirement. The staff is very friendly and caring about their residents.
Provides: Independent Living, Senior Apartments
Care types provided by this community
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.
DeSmet Retirement Community is a non-profit housing community offering assisted care and independent living for seniors. As one of over 160 properties owned and operated by Retirement Housing Foundation (RHF), we strive to carry out the RHF mission of providing quality housing at an affordable...
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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.
The rolling hills of Missouri are the perfect home to the warm and friendly atmosphere of the Bridge at Florissant. Situated in the suburbs of St. Louis, the community offers urban accessibility, state-of-the-art amenities, and the time of your life. The community itself is surrounded by greenery...

Cost of independent living in Elm Point, MO

The average cost of senior living in Elm Point is $4,184 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Bel-Ridge, MO with an average of $4,074 per month.

Independent living costs in Elm Point, MO, vs. nearby cities

Elm Point, MO
$4,184/mo
$4,169/mo

Independent living costs in Elm Point, MO, vs. state and national averages

Elm Point, MO
$4,184/mo
U.S. national average
$4,167/mo

Independent living costs in Elm Point, MO, vs. other senior living options

$5,767/mo
Independent Living
$4,184/mo

Independent living costs in Elm Point, MO, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$5,710/mo
Studio
$4,846/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,671/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,219/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$6,093/mo

Senior living costs in Elm Point 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: Elm Point, MO
Column state: Missouri
Column national: U.S.
Community typeElm Point, MOMissouriU.S.
Independent Living$4,184/mo$3,714/mo$4,167/mo
Assisted Living$4,954/mo$4,008/mo$4,770/mo
Memory Care$5,767/mo$5,473/mo$5,523/mo
Independent Living
Elm Point, MO:$4,184/mo
Missouri:$3,714/mo
U.S.:$4,167/mo
Assisted Living
Elm Point, MO:$4,954/mo
Missouri:$4,008/mo
U.S.:$4,770/mo
Memory Care
Elm Point, MO:$5,767/mo
Missouri:$5,473/mo
U.S.:$5,523/mo
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Independent living costs in Elm Point, MO, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly independent living costs have shifted over the past five years in Elm Point 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 Elm Point, MO

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Elm Point 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
Elm Point, MO$3,704/mo$3,482/mo+6.4%
Missouri$3,030/mo$2,967/mo+2.1%
National$3,246/mo$3,151/mo+3.0%
Elm Point, MO
2024 average cost:$3,704/mo
2023 average cost:$3,482/mo
Percent change:+6.4%
Missouri
2024 average cost:$3,030/mo
2023 average cost:$2,967/mo
Percent change:+2.1%
National
2024 average cost:$3,246/mo
2023 average cost:$3,151/mo
Percent change:+3.0%
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What families are saying about independent living in Elm Point

Recent reviews for independent living in Elm Point

EverTrue Breeze Park in St. Charles, MO

4.0
They are pretty good. It's very clean. The staff is pretty friendly. They have stuff going on for activities, but they told me they take them out at least once a week, they told us they had a bus with a lift, and they don't. They told us when she was there she would be able to eat in any of the ...
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Veronica Place in Florissant, MO

5.0
this is a first class place. excellent for the amount you pay. the only complaint is the consistency of the food quality. it all depends on who is cooking from day to day

The Rockwood in Webster Groves, MO

4.8
The staff at The Rockwood are wonderful and for a small facility the activities are varied and fun. The chef is very good and tries new things. It is not a cheap facility and annual cost increases are something to watch. I strongly recommend The Rockwood to others.

Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Diverse dining experiences. Residents at various communities express appreciation for the quality and variety of dining options. At The Emerson at St. Peters, for example, meals are described as 'tasty' and 'fresh', with servers who always remember residents' preferences. At Avalon Park Independent Living, the dining t ...
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Welcoming and friendly community. Several reviews mention the warmth and kindness of staff and residents. At Fairwinds - River's Edge, residents feel at home and have made loving connections with their new community. At Clarendale of St. Peters, residents enjoy the personal attention from servers and are impressed by their e ...
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Quality care and accommodating staff. Many reviews praise the attentive nature of staff members, who go above and beyond to address the unique needs of residents. At Fairwinds - River's Edge, for instance, maintenance staff assisted with hanging pictures, and the team at The Emerson at St. Peters worked quickly to resolve any is ...
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Exciting and engaging activities. Activities cater to the interests of residents, providing opportunities for socializing and staying active. At Avalon Park Independent Living, a variety of programs like book clubs, movies, and musical entertainment keep residents engaged. At The Boulevard of St. Charles Senior Living, resid ...
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Modern and well-maintained living spaces. Residents appreciate the cleanliness and upkeep of their living spaces, with some communities providing brand new accommodations. At Lake St. Charles Retirement Community, a recent unit remodel adds to the overall appeal. At The Sarah Community, the person who assisted a new resident left a ...
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Sense of community and connection. Reviews emphasize the importance of feeling connected to a community, whether it's through shared activities or friendships. At Avalon Park Independent Living, residents made the right choice due to the 'interaction' with staff and the 'openness and freshness' of the facility. At Fairwinds - ...
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Elm Point independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Elm Point independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Elm Point, 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 Elm Point 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 Elm Point partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Elm Point, MONational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
46.2%
20.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
76.9%
34.4%
No sugar
No sugar
61.5%
30.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
61.5%
33.6%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
30.8%
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Availability of select dining options in Elm Point 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 Elm Point communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Elm Point, MONational
Professional chef
Professional chef
69.2%
36.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
76.9%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
76.9%
37%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
38.5%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Elm Point 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 Elm Point offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Elm Point, MONational
Activity director
Activity director
76.9%
45.1%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
69.2%
28.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
69.2%
33%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
84.6%
47.5%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
84.6%
48.9%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
84.6%
54%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
69.2%
42.9%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
69.2%
38.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
76.9%
41.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
84.6%
47.1%
Live performances
Live performances
76.9%
46.8%
Dances
Dances
76.9%
33%
Fitness center
Fitness center
61.5%
39.5%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
76.9%
46.4%
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The Boulevard of St. Charles Senior Living, Avalon Park Independent Living and Garden Villas of O'Fallon are the top-rated independent living facilities near Elm Point, Missouri. See full list of communities.
There are 13 independent living facilities near Elm Point, Missouri. See the full list.
The best independent living facilities near you in Elm Point, Missouri are Avalon Park Independent Living, Garden Villas of O'Fallon and Holiday Orchid Terrace. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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