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The cost of independent living in Magnolia is about $3,664 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 59 options. Read 1817 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, 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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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.
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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44 Floor plans available
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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Cost of independent living in Magnolia, MO

The average cost of senior living in Magnolia is $3,664 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Whiteman AFB, MO with an average of $2,752 per month.

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

Magnolia, MO
$3,664/mo
$3,664/mo

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

Magnolia, MO
$3,664/mo
U.S. national average
$4,259/mo

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

$6,041/mo
Independent Living
$3,664/mo

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

Studio
$2,525/mo
1 Bedroom
$3,058/mo
2 Bedroom
$3,849/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$4,171/mo

Senior living costs in Magnolia 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: Magnolia, MO
Column state: Missouri
Column national: U.S.
Community typeMagnolia, MOMissouriU.S.
Independent Living$3,664/mo$3,788/mo$4,259/mo
Assisted Living$4,407/mo$4,034/mo$4,837/mo
Memory Care$6,041/mo$5,519/mo$5,607/mo
Independent Living
Magnolia, MO:$3,664/mo
Missouri:$3,788/mo
U.S.:$4,259/mo
Assisted Living
Magnolia, MO:$4,407/mo
Missouri:$4,034/mo
U.S.:$4,837/mo
Memory Care
Magnolia, MO:$6,041/mo
Missouri:$5,519/mo
U.S.:$5,607/mo
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Independent living costs in Magnolia, MO, over time

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

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Magnolia 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
Magnolia, MO$2,574/mo$2,682/mo-4.0%
Missouri$3,061/mo$3,020/mo+1.3%
National$3,259/mo$3,168/mo+2.9%
Magnolia, MO
2024 average cost:$2,574/mo
2023 average cost:$2,682/mo
Percent change:-4.0%
Missouri
2024 average cost:$3,061/mo
2023 average cost:$3,020/mo
Percent change:+1.3%
National
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 Magnolia

Recent reviews for independent living in Magnolia

Essex of Sedalia

5.0
The staff's very friendly and knowledgeable

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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Magnolia independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Magnolia independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Magnolia, 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 Magnolia 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 Magnolia partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Magnolia, MONational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
42.6%
20.6%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
42.6%
34.8%
No sugar
No sugar
37%
31.2%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
31.5%
33.9%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
14.8%
10.8%
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Availability of select dining options in Magnolia 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 Magnolia communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Magnolia, MONational
Professional chef
Professional chef
53.7%
36.9%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
63%
43.8%
Room service
Room service
59.3%
37.3%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
27.8%
17.3%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Magnolia 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 Magnolia offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Magnolia, MONational
Activity director
Activity director
63%
45.6%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
37%
28.5%
Community service programs
Community service programs
61.1%
33.4%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
68.5%
47.8%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
74.1%
49.2%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
72.2%
54.3%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
59.3%
43.4%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
59.3%
38.6%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
64.8%
42.2%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
70.4%
47.5%
Live performances
Live performances
68.5%
47.2%
Dances
Dances
50%
33.3%
Fitness center
Fitness center
63%
39.8%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
74.1%
46.8%
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Town Village of Leawood, Novel Place Blue Springs and Brookdale Overland Park 119th are the top-rated independent living facilities near Magnolia, Missouri. See full list of communities.
There are 59 independent living facilities near Magnolia, Missouri. See the full list.
The best independent living facilities near you in Magnolia, Missouri are Novel Place Blue Springs, Novel Place Overland Park and Elliott Place. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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