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The average starting cost of independent living in St. Louis, Missouri, is $3,659 per month, according to A Place for Mom’s proprietary data. Based on our ranking methodology, the top-rated independent living communities in St. Louis are Tower Grove Manor, Regency Manor and Garden Villas South.

Independent living in St. Louis can help you enjoy more of the city while spending less time on home and yard maintenance or cooking. Local communities often offer apartment-style homes, dining, housekeeping, social events, fitness options, and scheduled outings to nearby museums, parks, restaurants, and entertainment venues. Using our local proprietary data, we created this guide with details about independent living in St. Louis, reviews from real residents, average senior living costs, payment options, local resources, and senior-friendly highlights around the city.

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Photo of The Village at Riverwood
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5 for all. Everyone has been extremely helpful. They exceed our expectation. Roomy but designed in a way that conserved energy. The laundry, hair stylist, and TV rooms are a hit with my parents.
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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Photo of Our Lady of Life
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OLOL is really a remarkable place! Lovely facility, excellent food friendly residents and staff. OLOL s bus makes frequent trips to area stores-banks - Walmart, Dierbergs, Aldies, etc. We have an excellent...
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.
Photo of St Pauls Senior Community
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For the past nine years, and until recently, Saint Paul's Senior Living Center has been my mother's home. Because of the fine personal care and affordability she has thrived throughout her time there, up to...
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.
Old-fashioned hospitality customized to your needs. St. Pauls offers independent living, assisted living, skilled nursing, memory care, and rehabilitation care all located on one campus. We can meet a variety of needs for individuals and couples. St. Pauls functions as a continuum of care, if...
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Overall a really great place to have your loved one. Great events, great staff, great care! The rooms are great and personable. You’re able to make it your place. I would recommend this place to...
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.
Garden Place specializes in providing individual services to it's clients. There is no age restriction for apartments any of our communities. The services provided by Garden Place are not medical. The service that can be provided in apartments include but are not limited to: Light Housekeeping...
Photo of Brightly Senior Living Mascoutah
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The staff is great! Food is very good-Staff kept everyone occupied and residents enjoy all the activities Rooms are a bit small-not much closet space in 1 bedroom apt- they have a few 2 bedroom apt...
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.
Brightly Senior Living Mascoutah's services are never an additional cost, whether your loved one needs independent, assisted living or memory care. We structure our living plan to always make it affordable for families and their loved ones while continually striving to provide the utmost care and...
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Photo of The Lumiere of Chesterfield
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5 stars! It's a wonderful place! The food is excellent, there are a lot of activities. I would recommend the community to others who are searching for senior living.
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.
THE LUMIERE OF CHESTERFIELDIN CHESTERFIELD, MONestled in a peaceful suburban setting just 30 minutes away from downtown St. Louis, seniors lead a luxurious retirement supported by a full range of personalized care at The Lumiere of Chesterfield. French for light, we live up to our Lumiere...
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Photo of Park Place Senior Living at Winghaven
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Value for the money, I think it's too expensive and they should have washer and dryer units and the rooms for what they're paying. However, it is right down the hall and they are doing fine with it. Overall...
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.
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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Photo of The Boulevard Senior Living of St. Peters
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Floor staff were very good. Seemed like they couldn't hold on to their admin staff. Food was fine. Quality of care was very good. I felt my mother was safe there. Notable staff were nurse [name removed] at...
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.
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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Photo of Garden Place Columbia
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My mom was well taken care of. The place was very clean. Loved the people who worked there. The people who work there were genuine and caring. I would recommend to others.
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.
Garden Place specializes in providing individual services to it's clients. There is no age restriction for apartments any of our communities. We also offer short term and respite stays. The services provided by Garden Place are not medical. The service that can be provided in apartments include...
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Photo of The Boulevard Senior Living of Wentzville
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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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Photo of Fairwinds River's Edge
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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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Photo of Keystone Place at Richland Creek
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Facility clean. Lots of activities/ events. Just had a huge 7% rate increase. Having issues keeping kitchen help. Lost a cook and pastry chef who didn't last 1 month.
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 Keystone Place at Richland CreekEvery person who chooses to make Keystone their home has not only lived an extraordinary life but shares the desire to keep living life to the fullest.Whether you choose Independent Living, Assisted Living, or Memory Care at Keystone Place at Richland...
Photo of Brightly Senior Living Glen Carbon
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Definitely 5 stars, they have been very helpful, courteous, friendly, nice you name it. They are very professional and willing to help you in any way possible. All 3 of us children are very pleased.
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.
Brightly Senior Living in Glen Carbon, Illinois offers a high-end and affordable approach to assisted living and memory care. Here are some key features of this community:All-Inclusive Living Plan: Brightly provides an all-inclusive living plan with the lowest rates in the area. Services such as...
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Photo of Terraces at Marymount Manor
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Staff seems great. The apartment is a great size with a great walk out patio. She likes the dining room and said the food is ok.
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.
Located in Eureka on 14 acres of gently rolling countryside surrounded by picturesque woods, located just minutes from the Interstate 270 / Interstate 44 interchange. . Each of our guests receive comprehensive care based on individual needs. Marymount's focus is on matching our support to their...
Photo of Asbury Village
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I have been here only a month and found that I made the right decision My Villa is very comfortable and up to date The staff is very kind and helpful. The food is also very good I have made many new...
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.
Asbury Village is a 120-acre campus located in Godfrey, Illinois. Opened in late 1997, the community features 44 duplex Patio Homes referred to as Villas, as well as 64 Independent Living apartments, known as the Wiseman-Pollock Residence. There are also 44 Assisted Living apartments on campus...
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Photo of New Perspective Weldon Spring
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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.
Enjoy warm greetings and attentive service every day, doing what your heart desires as a resident of New Perspective | Weldon Spring. Relax in the warmth of the sun amidst the colorful flowers and hydrangeas in the courtyard, sipping a cup of freshly brewed coffee while watching the vibrant...
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Photo of Twin Oaks at Heritage Pointe
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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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Very happy with our choice. Other subsidized housing facilities were nice, and staff and residents were friendly, but Gambrill Gardens was another tier above them. Residents were very friendly while we were...
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.
For nearly 40 years the experienced staff at Gambrill Gardens Senior Community have been serving the seniors of West County St. Louis. We are proud of the excellent reputation our facility upholds due to the superior services and amenities we provide. Our convenient location in the heart of...
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Photo of Fields of Florissant
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My mom has been a resident at Fields of Florissant for the past four months. I've been there several times to visit my mom. Everyone there that are also residents, from my observations, all seem to be in...
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 Garden Plaza of Florissant, Missouri, offers a dynamic lifestyle for seniors looking to get the most out of their retirement.Whether you prefer independent living in your own private patio home, assisted living with an apartment floor plan of your choice or a memory care neighborhood tailored...
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Photo of Addington Place of Shiloh
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On the plus side, dad reports that the staff are kind and attentive and it's nice to know dad has someone to look after him. The only issue preventing a better score has been with billing and administration...
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.
Cedarhurst of Shiloh is located at 429 South Main Street Shiloh, IL. We pride ourselves on providing the community with an assisted living service that has your family member's best interests in mind. We give our clients peace of mind knowing their loved ones are in good hands. We're also known...
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Photo of The Homestead at Hickory View Retirement Community
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The staff in general are nice. There have been concerns with her care, as medications are given incorrectly or not given at all. The food is pretty good, and the apartment size is good. There is a lack of...
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.
Welcome to The Homestead at Hickory View Retirement Community, the premier Senior Living Community in scenic Washington, Missouri. The Homestead is situated on several wooded acres in the heart of Washington just minutes from the beautiful Missouri River. The Community is close to parks,...
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The staff have been kind helpful and quick to respond when my mother in law needs assistance. The community is very clean and we are happy with it. They do offer some daily social activities for the...
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.
Here at McCormack House at Forest Park Southeast we offer spacious one and two bedroom apartments for seniors 62 and older. We are located in the Tower Grove Community, at the intersection of Manchester and Kingshighway. We have a Fitness Center, Activity Room, and Dining Facility. We have...
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The outreach fellow is great The flower arranging is fun The Bingo lady makes it exciting The outings on the van were fun The kitchen area on the floors could always use a good cleaning My auntie doesn't...
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.
Experience elegant, boutique senior living at affordable rates. The charm of the Altenheim begins with its magnificent location on the banks of the scenic Mississippi. From the moment you walk in, you'll feel at home with the most delightful surroundings you could ask for in an independent,...
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My grandmother has lived at Pacific Place for over ten years now, and we couldn't be happier...The size and location makes visits so easy. The neighborhood is fun to walk around, there are lots of great...
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.
Pacific Place offers one of the most inviting and gracious retirement lifestyles in the area. The first urban senior Living community in St. Louis built in 1997. We are an independent community, designed exclusively for active, independent Seniors. Here you will discover that where you live has a...
Photo of Brentmoor Retirement Community
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Can't say enough kind words about [name removed] and the Brentmoor. Been very on the fence about putting my mother in a facility -- I wanted it to be the easiest transition for her and our family. These...
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.
Life Begins at Brentmoor! Centrally located in mid-St. Louis County (Delmar and I-70), this high-rise community offers 72 independent living apartments which include studio, one, two and three bedroom units. Senior Living at The Brentmoor includes all the comforts of home, plus scheduled...
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How much does independent living cost in St. Louis, MO?

In St. Louis, the average starting cost of independent living is $3,659 per month, according to A Place for Mom’s proprietary data.[01] This average is based on starting base rent and may not include care services, premium amenities, upgraded floor plans, third-party services, or other extras. Your actual monthly cost can vary based on the community’s location, floor plan or unit size, services, amenities, dining packages, and add-on fees.

Independent living in St. Louis costs more than Missouri’s statewide average of $3,355, but less than the national average of $3,520.[01] This fits the city’s broader cost-of-living profile. According to the Economic Research Institute, St. Louis is about 4% less expensive than the national average, though it is about 9% more expensive than the average Missouri city.[02]

Independent living is usually less expensive than assisted living in St. Louis, which averages $4,995 per month, and memory care, which averages $5,699 per month.[01] This pricing pattern makes sense because independent living focuses on housing, convenience, amenities, dining, and social engagement rather than regular personal care or dementia-focused support.

Read more: Assisted Living vs. Independent Living: What’s the Difference?

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

St Louis, MO
$3,659/mo
U.S. national average
$3,520/mo

Independent living costs in St Louis, MO, vs. other senior living options

$6,603/mo
Independent Living
$3,659/mo

Independent living costs in St Louis, MO, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$3,018/mo
Studio
$2,875/mo
1 Bedroom
$3,541/mo
2 Bedroom
$4,432/mo

Senior living costs in St Louis 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: St Louis, MO
Column state: Missouri
Column national: U.S.
Community typeSt Louis, MOMissouriU.S.
Independent Living$3,659/mo$3,355/mo$3,520/mo
Assisted Living$5,444/mo$5,427/mo$5,830/mo
Memory Care$6,603/mo$6,733/mo$6,999/mo
Independent Living
St Louis, MO:$3,659/mo
Missouri:$3,355/mo
U.S.:$3,520/mo
Assisted Living
St Louis, MO:$5,444/mo
Missouri:$5,427/mo
U.S.:$5,830/mo
Memory Care
St Louis, MO:$6,603/mo
Missouri:$6,733/mo
U.S.:$6,999/mo
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Independent living costs in St Louis, MO, over time

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

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in St Louis 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 average 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
St Louis, MO$3,487/mo$3,345/mo+4.3%
Missouri$3,211/mo$3,091/mo+3.9%
National$3,416/mo$3,319/mo+2.9%
St Louis, MO
2024 average cost:$3,487/mo
2023 average cost:$3,345/mo
Percent change:+4.3%
Missouri
2024 average cost:$3,211/mo
2023 average cost:$3,091/mo
Percent change:+3.9%
National
2024 average cost:$3,416/mo
2023 average cost:$3,319/mo
Percent change:+2.9%
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How to pay for independent living in St. Louis

Most residents pay out of pocket for independent living because these communities focus on housing, amenities, social connection, and convenience rather than direct medical or personal care. Public benefits may help with eligible health care or support services separately if your needs change, but they generally do not pay for independent living rent, meals, or lifestyle amenities.

Private pay options

Residents often use personal income, savings, and other assets to cover independent living costs. Common private pay sources include:

Read more: How to Pay for Independent Living: 5 Methods

VA benefits

The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) offers pension, disability, health care, and survivor benefits for eligible veterans and their families. VA benefits do not typically pay independent living rent directly, but they may support your retirement budget by helping with income, health care, or eligible services.

Common VA benefits that may help include:

VA applications may involve military, medical, and financial records. A VA-accredited benefits counselor or local veterans service officer can help you understand eligibility and reduce the risk of delays, denials, or a pension penalty period.

Read more: VA Aid and Attendance Benefit: Eligibility, Application Process, and Approval Tips

Resources for veterans in St. Louis

St. Louis is home to more than 12,500 veterans, or 5.5% of the city’s population.[03] To support these veterans and their families, the following organizations and agencies provide guidance, resources, and assistance in accessing available benefits and programs.

  • Saint Louis Vets Connect
    4533 Southridge Meadows Drive
    St. Louis, MO 63128
    Phone: 314-221-2096
    Email: info@saintlouisvetsconnect.org
  • The Kaufman Fund
    10131 Old Olive Street Road
    Creve Coeur, MO 63141
    Phone: 314-455-9415
    Email: info@thekaufmanfund.org

Medicaid

Medicaid is a joint federal and state program that helps eligible people pay for health care and long-term support. In Missouri, the state Medicaid program is called MO HealthNet.

MO HealthNet does not pay for independent living room and board, rent, meals, or lifestyle amenities. However, if you eventually need help while living in an independent living apartment, MO HealthNet or a Home- and Community-Based Services (HCBS) waiver may cover some eligible services from approved providers. Coverage depends on your eligibility, the provider, and program rules.

Missouri programs that may help eligible older adults with health care or support services include:[04]

  • The Aged, Blind, and Disabled (ABD) Medicaid plan
  • The Supplemental Nursing Care (SNC) program
  • Home and Community-Based Services (HCBS) Medicaid waivers

Depending on the program and your eligibility, covered services may include:

  • Personal care assistance
  • Home health care
  • Skilled nursing care
  • Physical, occupational, or speech therapy
  • Meal assistance
  • Housekeeping
  • Transportation
  • Help with activities of daily living
  • Care coordination or case management

Eligibility is based on factors such as income, assets, care needs, and program requirements. Waiver programs may also have waitlists, provider limitations, or limited availability.

Eligibility for MO HealthNet depends on both income level and medical need, ensuring that support goes to those who need it most.

Read more: Medicaid Long-Term Care: What Is It and What’s Covered?

Medicaid resources in St. Louis, Missouri

St. Louis residents can apply for MO HealthNet in any of the following ways:

Contact a local Department of Social Services office or one of the organizations below if you have questions about Missouri’s Medicaid program or if you need help completing, updating, or checking the status of an application.

  • CareSTL Health
    5471 Dr. Martin Luther King Drive
    Saint Louis, MO 63112
    Phone: 314-367-5820

Medicare

Medicare is federal health insurance for adults 65 and older, as well as some younger people with qualifying disabilities or medical conditions.[05] Medicare does not pay for independent living rent, meals, housing, or lifestyle amenities.

You can still use Medicare for approved medically necessary services while living in an independent living community. These may include doctor visits, hospital care, prescription medications, durable medical equipment, therapy, or short-term home health care if you meet Medicare’s eligibility requirements.

Medicare resources in St. Louis

Elderly residents of St. Louis can contact the state’s health insurance assistance program for free and unbiased information about Medicare:

What families are saying about independent living in St Louis

Recent reviews for independent living in St Louis

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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EverTrue Laclede Groves in Webster Groves, MO

5.0
After an extensive search, I realize Lutheran Senior Services' Laclede Groves retirement community in Webster Groves offers the best Life Plan facility in the St. Louis area. I'm experiencing the high level of quality of life and care that all seniors hope to experience in their retirement. ...
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Altenheim St. Louis in Saint Louis, MO

4.8
The n/a's are for what I am not directly involved with at the community. However, the director [name removed] is very easy to work with and he is also very approachable. Based on the experience we have had so far with Altenheim St. Louis, we would of course recommend this community to other ...
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What is independent living like in St. Louis?

Independent living in St. Louis is designed for older adults who would rather spend time enjoying social events, local outings, hobbies, and friends than keeping up with home maintenance and lawn care. Some communities focus only on independent living, while others are part of larger campuses with assisted living or memory care nearby. This can help if your needs change later, or if a spouse needs more support and you want to stay on the same campus.

A maintenance-free lifestyle with city access

St. Louis independent living communities can make day-to-day life easier by reducing the time you spend on errands, chores, and getting around. All of A Place For Mom’s St. Louis partner independent living communities offer housekeeping, grocery shopping or errands, resident parking, and complimentary transportation.[01] That extra support can leave more room for family visits, volunteering, hobbies, and time out in the city.

Dining and apartment-style living

Independent living communities in St. Louis often include dining options and private residences that feel more like apartments than care settings. All local partner communities provide meals, room service, Wi-Fi or high-speed internet, air conditioning, and full kitchens or kitchenettes. For visits and everyday routines, all offer guest meals, while 80% offer private dining rooms, professional chefs, balconies or patios, and ground-floor units.[01]

Social activities and shared spaces

Independent living in St. Louis can also make it easier to stay connected without having to plan everything yourself. All A Place for Mom local partner communities offer shared spaces, fitness options, live music, day trips, art classes, happy hours, and holiday celebrations.[01] That can make everyday life feel more natural, whether you want coffee with neighbors, an afternoon class, a planned outing, or a quiet evening in your own space.

St Louis independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in St Louis independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in St Louis, 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 St Louis 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 St Louis partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
St Louis, MONational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
22.9%
21.2%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
34.7%
35.7%
No sugar
No sugar
29.7%
32%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
34.7%
34.8%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
7.6%
11.7%
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Availability of select dining options in St Louis 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 St Louis communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
St Louis, MONational
Professional chef
Professional chef
35.6%
37.6%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
46.6%
44.8%
Room service
Room service
42.4%
38.2%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
21.2%
17.8%
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Availability of select programs and activities in St Louis 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 St Louis offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
St Louis, MONational
Activity director
Activity director
50.8%
46.5%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
32.2%
29.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
39.8%
34.2%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
58.5%
48.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
51.7%
50.1%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
61%
54.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
45.8%
44.2%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
41.5%
39.7%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
44.1%
43%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
50%
48.3%
Live performances
Live performances
50%
48.1%
Dances
Dances
35.6%
34.3%
Fitness center
Fitness center
45.8%
40.7%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
50.8%
47.6%
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Unfamiliar with St. Louis? Highlights for seniors

St. Louis has nearly 280,000 residents, and adults 65+ make up 17% of the city’s population.[03] The city has also participated in the World Health Organization’s Age-Friendly Cities and Communities Initiative, which focuses on making communities more supportive for older adults.[06] For active seniors, St. Louis offers major health systems, public transit, parks, museums, live sports, music venues, farmers markets, and historic neighborhoods with a strong local identity.

Top hospitals for seniors in St. Louis

St. Louis has several hospitals and health systems that support older adults managing health changes, chronic conditions, recovery needs, and specialty care.

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Barnes-Jewish Hospital provides emergency care, neurology, stroke care, heart care, cancer care, surgery, and rehabilitation services in St. Louis.

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Mercy Hospital St. Louis offers emergency care, primary care, heart and vascular care, cancer care, orthopedics, neurology, and senior-focused primary care services.

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Missouri Baptist Medical Center provides emergency care, heart and vascular care, cancer care, orthopedics, surgery, rehabilitation, and geriatric emergency services.

Transportation for seniors in St. Louis

In St. Louis, all A Place for Mom partner independent living communities in the local data offer complimentary transportation, and 60% also offer transportation for a fee.[01] Depending on the community, scheduled rides may make it easier to get to appointments, run errands, pick up groceries, meet friends for lunch, or join group outings without having to drive.

St. Louis also has public transit and paratransit options for older adults who want additional ways to get around the city.

  • MetroBus offers bus service across St. Louis and the surrounding area, with routes that connect riders to neighborhoods, hospitals, shopping areas, and entertainment districts.
  • MetroLink Light Rail connects parts of St. Louis and nearby communities, including stops near downtown, Forest Park, the Central West End, and other popular areas.
  • Metro Call-A-Ride provides curb-to-curb paratransit service for eligible riders who cannot use regular fixed-route transit because of a disability.

St. Louis is more walkable than many cities, though some errands and appointments may still require a car, scheduled community transportation, or public transit. The city has the following transportation ratings out of 100:[07]

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66

Walk Score

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43

Transit Score

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58

Bike Score

Things to do in St. Louis for seniors and their families

For independent living residents, enjoying St. Louis can be as simple or as social as they want. A day out might mean a quiet garden walk, lunch with friends, a Cardinals game, or a visit to a favorite market or museum.

Parks, gardens, and landmarks

St. Louis has outdoor spaces and landmarks that work well for relaxed afternoons, visiting family, or time on your own. Many make it easy to keep the outing simple, with places to sit, nearby dining options, and flexible routes you can shorten or extend.

  • Gateway Arch National Park is one of the city’s most recognizable landmarks, with riverfront views, walking areas, and a museum focused on westward expansion and St. Louis history. The museum under the Gateway Arch can be a fantastic option during poor weather.
  • Tower Grove Park is a historic park with walking paths, open green space, pavilions, and access to nearby restaurants and shops in the Tower Grove area.
  • The Missouri Botanical Garden offers seasonal flowers, indoor and outdoor gardens, and special events throughout the year. It can be a good fit for residents who enjoy walking, photography, gardening, or visiting with family.
  • Forest Park is one of St. Louis’s major gathering places, with trails, museums, outdoor space, and attractions that make it easy to return for different experiences throughout the year.

Museums and arts

St. Louis makes it easy to keep arts and culture in your routine, whether you enjoy quiet museum visits, matinee performances, or smaller neighborhood galleries. These outings can be simple to plan and easy to shape around your energy, interests, and schedule.

  • The Missouri History Museum shares local and regional history through exhibits tied to St. Louis, the Mississippi River, civil rights, sports, neighborhoods, and the city’s cultural identity.
  • The Saint Louis Art Museum offers free general admission, quiet galleries, and rotating exhibits, along with Access for All Free Fridays that may include films, performances, open studios, and other programs.
  • The Fabulous Fox hosts Broadway shows, concerts, comedy, and other live performances in a restored historic theater.
  • The Sheldon offers concerts, art exhibits, and educational programs in the Grand Center Arts District.
  • Soldiers Memorial Military Museum honors military service and St. Louis veterans. This may be a meaningful choice for veterans, military families, or loved ones who enjoy local history.

Sports, music, and entertainment

For many St. Louis residents, local sports and music are part of the city’s rhythm. Independent living communities may plan group outings, but you can also enjoy these venues with friends, family, or visiting guests.

  • Busch Stadium is home to the St. Louis Cardinals and can be a fun outing for baseball fans, especially for afternoon games or visits paired with nearby dining.
  • Enterprise Center hosts St. Louis Blues hockey games, concerts, and major touring events, giving residents options for everything from live sports to familiar performers.
  • The St. Louis Symphony Orchestra performs at Powell Hall, offering an easy way to enjoy classical music, seasonal concerts, and special performances.
  • Jazz St. Louis presents live jazz performances in the Grand Center Arts District, with an intimate setting that may appeal to residents who enjoy classic standards, contemporary jazz, or a night out with friends.

Markets, dining, and neighborhood outings

St. Louis neighborhoods give residents many ways to enjoy food, shopping, and local culture. These outings can be easy to repeat, which helps you build familiar routines close to home.

  • The Soulard Farmers Market is a long-running public market with produce, prepared foods, flowers, and local vendors.
  • The Hill is known for Italian restaurants, bakeries, markets, and neighborhood dining that can make a simple lunch or dinner feel special.
  • Central West End offers restaurants, cafés, shops, and walkable blocks near Forest Park and major medical centers.
  • City Foundry STL offers food hall dining, local shops, and entertainment in a redeveloped industrial space.

Independent living laws and regulations in Missouri

Independent living communities aren’t typically licensed or regulated in the same way as assisted living and memory care communities. However, these communities must often meet state and city requirements, including building codes, fire safety regulations, and tenant rights laws that protect residents and renters. Learning about how independent living is regulated can help you make informed senior living decisions.

Read more: Independent living regulations in Missouri

References

  1. A Place for Mom. (2026). A Place for Mom proprietary data.

  2. Economic Research Institute. (2026, May 5). Cost of living data in St. Louis, Missouri, United States.

  3. Census Reporter. (2024). St. Louis, MO.

  4. Missouri Department of Social Services. Programs for seniors and individuals with disabilities.

  5. U.S. Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services. Medicare.

  6. World Health Organization. STL Age-friendly community. Year 2 progress report.

  7. Walk Score. Living in St. Louis.

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A Place for Mom. (2026). A Place for Mom proprietary data.

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Economic Research Institute. (2026, May 5). Cost of living data in St. Louis, Missouri, United States.

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Census Reporter. (2024). St. Louis, MO.

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Missouri Department of Social Services. Programs for seniors and individuals with disabilities.

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U.S. Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services. Medicare.

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Walk Score. Living in St. Louis.