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The cost of independent living in Bardwell is about $2,507 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 536 options.

Read 8169 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 Janesville, Delavan and Walworth.

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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.
The Berkshire at Sunset: a very active, completely independent living, apartment community, exclusively for those aged 55 or better. Located in the growing and popular dining and shopping area of Sunset Drive in Waukesha, we are a small community near everything. At Sunset, we understand the...
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, 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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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: 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: 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: 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.
The Skaalen Village Independent Living Community, WISkaalen Village is an independent living community in Dane County, on the eastern shore of Lake Waubesa McFarland, WI. Skaalen Village accords residents who are 55+ access to over 200 miles of hiking and biking trails. Skaalen Village is on the...
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My mom moved in at 92, having lived in our family home for 63 years. It could have been a rough transition, but it was really good. All credit goes to the staff at Avalon Square. From front desk to nursing...
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.
Avalon Square is a beautiful, vibrant senior living community encompassing an entire city block in historic downtown Waukesha. Cultural activities, parks, and a charming mix of shops and restaurants are all within walking distance. Construction of Avalon Square was completed in 2003, consisting...
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We have had a great experience so far. I can tell that my mom is very happy and really thriving here. They encourage her to participate in activities and I really like that. I would definitely recommend to...
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.
Lincolnshire Place Lincolnshire Place is an assisted living community that specializes in the art of making seniors feel at home while providing expert dementia care in Sycamore, DeKalb County, Illinois. Located in northern Illinois, Sycamore is home to the Sycamore Pumpkin Festival, an annual...
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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.
The View At Pine RidgeThe View at Pine Ridge is an Assisted Living and Memory Care community located in beautiful Oconomowoc, Waukesha County, Wisconsin. The name Oconomowoc is a Potawatomi term meaning waterfall. The natural beauty of this place includes beautiful tree-lined streets, lakes,...
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Provides: Home Care, Senior Apartments
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Home Care: Home care relies on trained aides to provide companionship and non-medical care for seniors living at home.
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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The staff are pretty good. They are a little short in the maintenance department, however they do still get things done in a reasonable amount of time. They do not offer a meal plan for this independent...
Provides: Independent Living, Senior Apartments
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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.
Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Lakefront Residences Lakefront Residences is a senior housing community that is located in Grayslake, Lake County, Illinois, about 50 miles north of Chicago. This apartment community is located near many lakes and parks, as well as shopping centers and entertainment. Plus, the beauty of Lake...
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 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...
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.
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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Parents have only lived there for 3 weeks and so far are happy.
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.
Silvernail is an affordable senior housing community located in the village of Pewaukee, Waukesha County, WI. The community itself is located directly across from the Willow Run Golf Course and just down the street from the Western Lakes Golf Club. Pewaukee is home to large Pewaukee Lake and...
Provides: Independent Living
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Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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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...
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
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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.
Hickory Terrace is our brand-new independent living community built By Grainger. We are a family owned company lead by owners Brian and Susie Grainger. Brian Grainger has been active in building senior housing in the Sycamore area for more than six years, with unparalleled customer satisfaction...
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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.
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.
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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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 mother was there when she lived in Wisconsin it was good but it was like a 4 out of 5 compared to the place mother moved to in California. There were not nearly as many volunteers at Harbor House and the...
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.
Taylor RidgeTaylor Ridge is a charming senior living community located in Cottage Grove, Wisconsin.  There are 66 apartment homes in the community that consist of both market rate and affordable one and two bedroom apartments.  All apartment homes feature full appliances (including...

Cost of independent living in Bardwell, WI

The average cost of senior living in Bardwell is $2,507 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Darien, WI with an average of $2,507 per month.

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

Bardwell, WI
$2,507/mo
U.S. national average
$3,520/mo

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

$6,679/mo
Independent Living
$2,507/mo

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

Semi-Private
$3,716/mo
Studio
$2,677/mo
1 Bedroom
$2,541/mo
2 Bedroom
$3,229/mo

Senior living costs in Bardwell 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: Bardwell, WI
Column state: Wisconsin
Column national: U.S.
Community typeBardwell, WIWisconsinU.S.
Independent Living$2,507/mo$3,028/mo$3,520/mo
Assisted Living$6,371/mo$5,889/mo$5,830/mo
Memory Care$6,679/mo$7,352/mo$6,999/mo
Independent Living
Bardwell, WI:$2,507/mo
Wisconsin:$3,028/mo
U.S.:$3,520/mo
Assisted Living
Bardwell, WI:$6,371/mo
Wisconsin:$5,889/mo
U.S.:$5,830/mo
Memory Care
Bardwell, WI:$6,679/mo
Wisconsin:$7,352/mo
U.S.:$6,999/mo
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Independent living costs in Bardwell, WI, over time

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

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Bardwell 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
Bardwell, WI$2,824/mo$3,545/mo-20.3%
Wisconsin$2,428/mo$2,303/mo+5.4%
National$2,858/mo$2,810/mo+1.7%
Bardwell, WI
2024 average cost:$2,824/mo
2023 average cost:$3,545/mo
Percent change:-20.3%
Wisconsin
2024 average cost:$2,428/mo
2023 average cost:$2,303/mo
Percent change:+5.4%
National
2024 average cost:$2,858/mo
2023 average cost:$2,810/mo
Percent change:+1.7%
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What families are saying about independent living in Bardwell

Recent reviews for independent living in Bardwell

Regency Muskego

5.0
N/a when it comes to the meals and dining. Dad is in independent living apartment so makes own meals. The activities are outstanding. Tons of activities for the residents to participate in. The value for cost was more than what we originally planned to spend. But after being there and ...
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Shepherd Premier Assisted Living of Harvard

5.0
I am very happy with the care that my mother is getting at this very nice and home feeling community. The staff is wonderful and very attentive. I like that the community is clean. <y mother is really liking the activities and she likes what is offered. We would highly recommend this small ...
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Lakeland Apartments in Fox Lake, IL

5.0
We think this is a really good community and every time we come to visit things look clean and well taken care of. The outside of the building and everything around it is well maintained. The property manager [name removed] has been so wonderful to work with. She has been very helpful, ...
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Bardwell independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Bardwell independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Bardwell, 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 Bardwell 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 Bardwell partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Bardwell, WINational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
16.3%
21.2%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
28.2%
35.7%
No sugar
No sugar
26.5%
32%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
26.9%
34.8%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
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11.7%
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Availability of select dining options in Bardwell 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 Bardwell communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Bardwell, WINational
Professional chef
Professional chef
24.3%
37.6%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
32.1%
44.8%
Room service
Room service
24.3%
38.2%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
10.1%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Bardwell 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 Bardwell offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Bardwell, WINational
Activity director
Activity director
35%
46.5%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
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29.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
23.9%
34.2%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
49%
48.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
42.4%
50.1%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
56.6%
54.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
31.8%
44.2%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
27.9%
39.7%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
28.4%
43%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
37.8%
48.3%
Live performances
Live performances
38.3%
48.1%
Dances
Dances
20.6%
34.3%
Fitness center
Fitness center
22.4%
40.8%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
36.4%
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Huntley Springs Retirement Resort, Clarendale of Algonquin and Cedar Lake Assisted Living and Memory Care are the top-rated independent living facilities near Bardwell, Wisconsin. See full list of communities.
There are 536 independent living facilities near Bardwell, Wisconsin. See the full list.
The best independent living facilities near you in Bardwell, Wisconsin are Huntley Springs Retirement Resort, Clarendale of Algonquin and Cedar Lake Assisted Living and Memory Care. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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