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The cost of independent living in Estes is about $3,905 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 16 options. Read 353 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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My mother her had the pleasure of enjoying the numerous activities happy hour and music. What seems most important are the new friends she has made. Very dear residents.
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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High Price. 1 bathroom for EVERY unit. Nice size units, one and two bedrooms and studio. Yes, I would recommend Cedarhurst of Wentzville community to other families based on the experience so far.
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.
At Cedarhurst of Wentzville, it’s our mission to tailor senior living to you so you can feel loved, valued, and supported each and every day. Our senior living community in Wentzville, MIssouri offers assisted living for those who require assistance with activities of daily living, memory care...
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I recently visited a resident and had lunch. We sat at our table at 11:30 with about 6 tables occupied and waiting on service. It was at least 45 minutes before anyone came out of the kitchen to wait on us....
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.
Curtis Creek Senior Living provides a fulfilling, independent lifestyle in a welcoming environment.Situated in the beautiful east end of Quincy, you'll enjoy the hometown charm of this comfortable city on the banks of the Mississippi. We're close to all the things that make life great — shopping,...
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Everyone is responsive and helpful. Most of the activities are geared for females(which I understand bc that is overwhelmingly the majority of the residents). Any type of hand on activities is what my dad...
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.
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My mom had trouble adjusting to the move the first month or so. Overall the staff has been friendly and helpful. Only a few issues with response time when she has called for assistance. This seems to be the...
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.
Park Place Senior Living at WingHaven is truly a unique community!  We offer Independent Apartment Homes and a state licensed Assisted Living.  We are nestled in the community of WingHaven, close to shopping, restaurants, and more.  What makes us different is our exceptional...
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Each category gets a 5! It is a family run facility and all decisions are made locally, you don't have to wait for clearance from corporate. Apartment sizes are about 1,000 square feet. 3 meals served a...
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 Beginning... Mary Ann Huber had a vision: to provide an inviting place for residents to enjoy their friends, their families, and their independence. In 1981, Mary Ann's vision became reality with the completion of Twin Oaks Estate in O'Fallon, Missouri. After working together for 19 years,...
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I feel comfortable with my parents at Teal Lakes. I feel they are safe and well cared for, especially now when I can not see them daily due to the quarantine . The staff has been great with communication and...
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.
When you have made the decision that assisted living is the right choice for you or someone you love, you'll find a loving welcome home at Teal Lake. All the help you need is right here. Assisted living at Teal Lake in Mexico, MO includes personal assistance available 24 hours a day. Whether it's...
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They're wonderful. They take very good care of my loved one. And they have bent over backwards to help us. It's not easy placing a family member. Plus she has dementia, which makes it more difficult. ...
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.
Village Center Care of Wentzville offers seniors an assisted living community that feels like home. This community is located in America's heartland. The city of Wentzville has much to offer, including hometown friendliness and charm. Those who enter the city, whether to visit or to become...
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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.
Services provided at no additional cost: Private room and private bath 3 nutritious meals per day and snacks Medication administration including insulin administration Housekeeping services Laundry service Activities Our company has been providing care for Seniors since 1990 when we built our...
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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
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
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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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It's so hard to pick a care center for a loved one. I'm so glad I went with KCSL for my mom. The nurses who worked with my mom and our family went out of their way to make us feel like we all belonged...
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.
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.

Cost of independent living in Estes, MO

The average cost of senior living in Estes is $3,905 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Frankford, MO with an average of $2,773 per month.

Independent living costs in Estes, MO, vs. nearby cities

Estes, MO
$3,905/mo

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

Estes, MO
$3,905/mo
U.S. national average
$4,177/mo

Independent living costs in Estes, MO, vs. other senior living options

$5,364/mo
Independent Living
$3,905/mo

Independent living costs in Estes, MO, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$5,948/mo
Studio
$4,990/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,927/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,595/mo

Senior living costs in Estes 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: Estes, MO
Column state: Missouri
Column national: U.S.
Community typeEstes, MOMissouriU.S.
Independent Living$3,905/mo$3,721/mo$4,177/mo
Assisted Living$3,614/mo$4,020/mo$4,780/mo
Memory Care$5,364/mo$5,501/mo$5,536/mo
Independent Living
Estes, MO:$3,905/mo
Missouri:$3,721/mo
U.S.:$4,177/mo
Assisted Living
Estes, MO:$3,614/mo
Missouri:$4,020/mo
U.S.:$4,780/mo
Memory Care
Estes, MO:$5,364/mo
Missouri:$5,501/mo
U.S.:$5,536/mo
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Independent living costs in Estes, MO, over time

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

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Estes 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
Estes, MO$4,055/mo$3,697/mo+9.7%
Missouri$3,012/mo$2,918/mo+3.2%
National$3,222/mo$3,101/mo+3.9%
Estes, MO
2024 average cost:$4,055/mo
2023 average cost:$3,697/mo
Percent change:+9.7%
Missouri
2024 average cost:$3,012/mo
2023 average cost:$2,918/mo
Percent change:+3.2%
National
2024 average cost:$3,222/mo
2023 average cost:$3,101/mo
Percent change:+3.9%
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What families are saying about independent living in Estes

Recent reviews for independent living in Estes

Village Center Care of Wentzville

5.0
This is a very homelike atmosphere. Clean and staff are so caring to my mother. She loves her room as it is very large and has a nice bathroom. The activity director is a sweetheart and my mom loves the outtrips. I'm so happy she has such a nice home.

Cedarhurst of Wentzville

5.0
Food is very good and the staff are super friendly. Mom is in a one bedroom 750 sq ft apartment. Nice size for mom. Wentzville is a growing community but no where the size of the city of St Charles. The complex is on the north side of town away from the larger residential population but still ...
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Garden Villas of O'Fallon

5.0
We are very happy to have found the right senior living for our lifelong friend. The building is like no other. It gives a cruise ship feel with two pools, theatre and a 4 lane bowling alley! But what is most reveling, is the dedication the staff provides, geared to the residents happiness and ...
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Estes independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Estes independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Estes, 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 Estes 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 Estes partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Estes, MONational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
40%
20.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
46.7%
34.5%
No sugar
No sugar
40%
31%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
40%
33.7%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
13.3%
10.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Estes 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 Estes communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Estes, MONational
Professional chef
Professional chef
20%
36.6%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
40%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
40%
37%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
26.7%
17.2%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Estes 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 Estes offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Estes, MONational
Activity director
Activity director
53.3%
45.2%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
26.7%
28.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
40%
33.1%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
53.3%
47.6%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
60%
49%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
60%
54%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
40%
43%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
40%
38.3%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
46.7%
41.9%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
60%
47.2%
Live performances
Live performances
53.3%
46.9%
Dances
Dances
40%
33.1%
Fitness center
Fitness center
40%
39.6%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
46.7%
46.5%
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Frequently Asked Questions

Garden Villas of O'Fallon, Cedarhurst of Wentzville and Curtis Creek Senior Living are the top-rated independent living facilities near Estes, Missouri. See full list of communities.
There are 16 independent living facilities near Estes, Missouri. See the full list.
The best independent living facility near you in Estes, Missouri is Garden Villas of O'Fallon. This independent living community received the highest ranking based on verified family reviews.
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