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The cost of independent living in Arlington is about $3,605 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 289 options.

Read 2250 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. You may also consider nearby communities such as Madison, Middleton and Sun Prairie.

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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Prairie Oaks II 55+ Adult Community is located in the Prairie Oaks Neighborhood in the town of Verona. Prairie Oaks II has 36 one and two bedroom apartments for the persons 55 and better. Prairie Oaks was built on the promise of independent, carefree living for adults.
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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.
Four Winds Assisted Living is an assisted living community that is located in a quiet residential neighborhood of Verona, WI. Verona is located just 10 miles outside of the downtown area of Madison, WI. You get the quiet neighborhood with the ease of being able to visit Madison if the need...
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Provides: Senior Apartments
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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I'm still working so I'm paying the highest rate but it includes all the utilities so I don't think that's that bad. There is no housekeeping or meals or anything. You're all on your own there. They have...
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
A non-profit, locally owned and managed organization dedicated to providing low-cost rental housing for the elderly
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I do not have anything negative to say about this community. The staff team make themselves available when I call if I have questions. My mother was very reluctant to go to assisted living, however they made...
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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.
Oregon, Wisconsin is home to Main Street Quarters Assisted Living residence. According to Money magazine, the residence is located in one of the best places to live. Surrounded by historical buildings and homes, the residence is conveniently located close to downtown and only twenty minutes from...
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Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Our assisted living facility is a great option for those who need some assistance with daily personal care and/or memory care. We are located on the beautifully landscaped grounds of Ingleside Communities' campus setting and offer private studios with bathrooms, featuring a continuum of care...
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Provides: Assisted 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.
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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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Cambridge Court is really a one of a kind place. My aunt has lived there for over 3 years and I can't express my gratitude to Joy and the staff at Cambridge Court. Every time I visit my aunt they are...
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
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There still is too much turnover in staff. Wash is not done in a timely manner... often behind. Communication with family is GREAT! The move process was good. The meals are also very good. I know it is...
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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.
We see in each individual their grand potential to live a life of self-respect and integrity. We also strive to lessen your worry as we provide compassionate skilled care that brings a spirit of independence into the life of your loved one. Our priority is to provide the highest level of care...
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Provides: Senior Apartments
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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Provides: Senior Apartments
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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Very, demanding and challenging, and always put the patients loves ones safe and comfortable. Helping them throughout the day with daily activities and fun games.
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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.
Prairie Ridge Beaver Dam was made with you in mind. This is a special place where we celebrate your accomplishments, your family and your life. It's where seniors can enjoy more years in their lives and more life in their years. You're invited to join us!
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Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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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.
Friendly and personable staff await you at our private, residential care apartments (aka independent living apartments) designed for older adults with minimal care needs who appreciate independence and maintenance-free living. Our spacious apartments feature kitchenettes, private baths, ample...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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.
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Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
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Provides: Senior Apartments
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
A non-profit, locally owned and managed organization dedicated to providing low-cost rental housing for the elderly
Provides: Senior Apartments
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
The Maple Ridge 55+ Adult Community is pleased to provide 49 income eligible and market rate apartments designed for the active adult. Maple Ridge offers one- and two- bedroom floor plans in a wide variety of sizes. Just off of Main Street in the small city of Reedsburg, WI, Maple Ridge is close...
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The staff is awesome. I think they are taking a good job taking care of her, she is always clean. They are very attentive to her. They always stop to visit with us, and her, when we are in the common area....
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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.
Heartsong Assisted Living is an assisted living facility located in the beautiful area of Belleville, WI. Here at Heartsong, we believe that it is important that our residents maintain an active lifestyle, we provide plenty of activities for our seniors to enjoy. Our facility has common areas in...
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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My mom is happy in this community. It is clean and a safe enviroment for senior care. The grounds are clean to enjoy. I would recommend this to others for a good community.
Provides: Senior Apartments
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
The Landmark Building is a senior housing located in Watertown, WI in Dodge and Jefferson counties. Our residence offers beautiful luxury apartments in a quiet suburban neighborhood with gorgeous scenery and smiling faces. The apartments were built with comfort in mind and provide all the...
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My grandma lives here and generally enjoys it. She lives in the Milo Loppnow independent living apartments. Her one bedroom apartment is great - good layout, very functional, and no yard work! She has...
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.

Cost of independent living in Arlington, WI

The average cost of senior living in Arlington is $3,605 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Merrimac, WI with an average of $2,568 per month.

Independent living costs in Arlington, WI, vs. state and national averages

Arlington, WI
$3,605/mo
U.S. national average
$3,520/mo

Independent living costs in Arlington, WI, vs. other senior living options

$6,926/mo
Independent Living
$3,605/mo

Independent living costs in Arlington, WI, by floor plan type

Studio
$3,138/mo
1 Bedroom
$3,397/mo
2 Bedroom
$3,608/mo

Senior living costs in Arlington 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: Arlington, WI
Column state: Wisconsin
Column national: U.S.
Community typeArlington, WIWisconsinU.S.
Independent Living$3,605/mo$3,028/mo$3,520/mo
Assisted Living$6,353/mo$5,889/mo$5,830/mo
Memory Care$6,926/mo$7,352/mo$6,999/mo
Independent Living
Arlington, WI:$3,605/mo
Wisconsin:$3,028/mo
U.S.:$3,520/mo
Assisted Living
Arlington, WI:$6,353/mo
Wisconsin:$5,889/mo
U.S.:$5,830/mo
Memory Care
Arlington, WI:$6,926/mo
Wisconsin:$7,352/mo
U.S.:$6,999/mo
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Independent living costs in Arlington, WI, over time

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

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Arlington 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
Arlington, WI$3,312/mo$3,398/mo-2.5%
Wisconsin$2,867/mo$2,990/mo-4.1%
National$3,416/mo$3,319/mo+2.9%
Arlington, WI
2024 average cost:$3,312/mo
2023 average cost:$3,398/mo
Percent change:-2.5%
Wisconsin
2024 average cost:$2,867/mo
2023 average cost:$2,990/mo
Percent change:-4.1%
National
2024 average cost:$3,416/mo
2023 average cost:$3,319/mo
Percent change:+2.9%
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What families are saying about independent living in Arlington

Recent reviews for independent living in Arlington

Hallowstone at Middleton

5.0
Thrilled with the care and attention my Mother received while at this Brookdale. It felt like I was pet of a family! The food is wonderful and I enjoyed that when visiting. They also have fun activities for residents and their family members. Thanks for all you did and I would highly suggest ...
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Oakwood Village Prairie Ridge in Madison, WI

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The week day staff is compassionate and well trained and employed by Oakwood. The weekend staff is hired from an agency and the care and compassion is lacking. They are working on fixing this but claim there are not enough people interested in this type of work.

Our House Senior Living Senior Apartments - Portage

4.8
Our mom has dementia and has been there a few years now. The office staff and most of the employees are very good with her. She loves the feeling of living on her own and being able to have her dear cat with her and Our House gives her that. She would like more in house friends, but seems to ...
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Arlington independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Arlington independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Arlington, 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 Arlington 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 Arlington partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Arlington, WINational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
8.3%
21.2%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
25.6%
35.7%
No sugar
No sugar
22.5%
32%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
25.3%
34.8%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
8.3%
11.7%
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Availability of select dining options in Arlington 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 Arlington communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Arlington, WINational
Professional chef
Professional chef
14.9%
37.6%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
22.1%
44.8%
Room service
Room service
19.7%
38.2%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
7.3%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Arlington 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 Arlington offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Arlington, WINational
Activity director
Activity director
26%
46.5%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
16.6%
29.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
14.9%
34.2%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
45.3%
48.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
37.7%
50.1%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
54.7%
54.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
23.9%
44.2%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
21.1%
39.7%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
19.4%
43%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
28.7%
48.3%
Live performances
Live performances
30.8%
48.1%
Dances
Dances
14.2%
34.3%
Fitness center
Fitness center
14.5%
40.7%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
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Quarry Ridge Retirement Community, The Waterford at Fitchburg and Ridge at Madison are the top-rated independent living facilities near Arlington, Wisconsin. See full list of communities.
There are 289 independent living facilities near Arlington, Wisconsin. See the full list.
The best independent living facilities near you in Arlington, Wisconsin are Quarry Ridge Retirement Community, The Waterford at Fitchburg and Middleton Crossing, A Sky Active Living Community. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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