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The cost of independent living in Pleasant Ridge is about $3,803 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 251 options. Read 1863 reviews, see photos, and learn about amenities that make independent living the ideal next step for adults 55+ who wish to enjoy friendships and hobbies without the hassle of cooking and home maintenance.

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Provides: 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: 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.
Alterra Wynwood is an assisted living residence that is purposefully designed to meet the needs of the frail elderly in a comfortable, home-like environment. Alterra Wynwood features a “neighborhood” concept, with six small neighborhoods of resident rooms clustered around dining and living...
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My wife and I live at this senior apartments and we are happy with it. The grounds and public area are clean. We have all the amenities to prepare our own meals. Everything is quiet nice too. The community...
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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.
Atwood CourtyardAtwood Courtyard is a senior apartment community, located right in the heart of the community in Madison, Dane County, Wisconsin. Madison is a friendly community that is buzzing with a wide variety of activities. Spend a Saturday browsing through the Dane County Farmers Market,...
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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: 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.
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They house 5 women all together which is nice for my loved one. And the best part of it is that it is much more affordable compared to the bigger places which are outrageously priced. She is able to still...
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: 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: 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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It has been very nice for my mother in this community. The staff is nice. It is very safe. They have a lot of activities for the residents to enjoy. It is very clean and well up-kept. She makes her own meals...
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.
Independent living, maintenance free living, full time management and maintenance staff, variety of floor plans, Barrier free living, No stairs, fantastic buy back program with the purchase of a life lease, planned social activities, meal order program, heated underground parking, storage and...
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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.
Quality and luxury really are affordable at the Frost Woods II 55+ Adult Community. Frost Woods II offers adults a stimulating new place to call home in Monona. Live a carefree lifestyle where independence and convenience are emphasized. Frost Woods Apartments II are within a short distance of...
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My Mother Carmen Hernandez's last home was at Monona Meadows. More than once either myself or brother's/sister's had called the Manager Whitney (since some of us live far away from the City of Madison) in...
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.
Monona Meadows is senior housing located the outskirts of Madison, the county seat of Dane County, Wisconsin. Adjacent to the Edward Taylor Conservation Park, less than a mile from Lake Monona, and practically surrounded by half a dozen other parks, lakes, and golf courses, Monona Meadows is...
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.
A non-profit, locally owned and managed organization dedicated to providing low-cost rental housing for the elderly
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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.
Dempsey ManorAt Dempsey Manor you can enjoy the freedom of personal independence at our warm, friendly community.  Catered to individuals 55 and better, Dempsey Manor offers one and two bedroom apartment homes with full appliances, spacious floor plans, ample closet space and on-site laundry...
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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.
Parkside Village is a vibrant 55+ Independent Living Community. Private and secure on 12 picturesque acres in the Township of Windsor. You get the quality of Country living with the benefits of City life just minutes away. We offer spacious 1-2 bedroom plans. All homes are maintenance and barrier...
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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
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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: 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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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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The facility is huge and has a great community environment quality. The staff and doctors are very informative,
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.
Serenity Homes is located in the Village of DeForest, just north of Madison. The facility is compromised of two homes of 15 beds each, with different levels of care so residents are able to age-in-place without the disruption of another relocation. If you are old enough to remember life in the...
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A Place For Mom provided me with a list of places to visit and the contact information to schedule a tour of the facilities for my parents. We were very impressed with the Jefferson Square senior 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.
Jefferson Square is a 55 and older life lease community located on a 9 acre parcel.  We have 62 units and a clubhouse.  Each unit consists of 2 bedrooms, attached garage, four season porch, appliances and a gas fireplace.  Each unit is approximately 1440 square feet all...
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The Arbors was a wonderful community. It was a very nice place. The staff here were very caring. I would highly recommend them. They have assisted living and memory care in the building next door too, so...
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.
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.

Cost of independent living in Pleasant Ridge, WI

The average cost of senior living in Pleasant Ridge is $3,803 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Avoca, WI with an average of $2,371 per month.

Independent living costs in Pleasant Ridge, WI, vs. nearby cities

Pleasant Ridge, WI
$3,803/mo
$3,274/mo

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

Pleasant Ridge, WI
$3,803/mo
U.S. national average
$4,181/mo

Independent living costs in Pleasant Ridge, WI, vs. other senior living options

$4,589/mo
Independent Living
$3,803/mo

Independent living costs in Pleasant Ridge, WI, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$4,256/mo
Studio
$4,836/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,613/mo
2 Bedroom
$4,939/mo

Senior living costs in Pleasant Ridge 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: Pleasant Ridge, WI
Column state: Wisconsin
Column national: U.S.
Community typePleasant Ridge, WIWisconsinU.S.
Independent Living$3,803/mo$3,553/mo$4,181/mo
Assisted Living$4,493/mo$4,413/mo$4,723/mo
Memory Care$4,589/mo$4,444/mo$4,979/mo
Independent Living
Pleasant Ridge, WI:$3,803/mo
Wisconsin:$3,553/mo
U.S.:$4,181/mo
Assisted Living
Pleasant Ridge, WI:$4,493/mo
Wisconsin:$4,413/mo
U.S.:$4,723/mo
Memory Care
Pleasant Ridge, WI:$4,589/mo
Wisconsin:$4,444/mo
U.S.:$4,979/mo
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Independent living costs in Pleasant Ridge, WI, over time

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

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Pleasant Ridge have changed in the last two years and how those changes compare with state and national trends. The figures represent averages of actual costs paid by seniors who moved into A Place for Mom partner communities in 2023 and 2024.

Cost comparison table showing 2023 and 2024 median costs by location. This table contains 3 rows of data across 4 columns.
Column location: Location
Column cost2024: 2024 average cost
Column cost2023: 2023 average cost
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Location2024 average cost2023 average costPercent change
Pleasant Ridge, WI$3,617/mo$3,460/mo+4.6%
Wisconsin$2,730/mo$2,863/mo-4.6%
National$3,257/mo$3,166/mo+2.9%
Pleasant Ridge, WI
2024 average cost:$3,617/mo
2023 average cost:$3,460/mo
Percent change:+4.6%
Wisconsin
2024 average cost:$2,730/mo
2023 average cost:$2,863/mo
Percent change:-4.6%
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2024 average cost:$3,257/mo
2023 average cost:$3,166/mo
Percent change:+2.9%
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What families are saying about independent living in Pleasant Ridge

Recent reviews for independent living in Pleasant Ridge

Brookdale Middleton Century Avenue

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 Independent Living Apartments a CCRC in Madison, WI

4.0
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.

Milestone Senior Living Stoughton

4.0
The staff that is there are wonderful, they have done a great job given the circumstances but there is a high turnover rate outside of the day to day staff. The director is trying her best, but communication with the staff and families has started to lack. The life enrichment coordinator is ...
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Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Friendly and welcoming staff and residents. Many reviews mention the warm and welcoming atmosphere at their community, with friendly staff and residents making newcomers feel at home. For example, at Middleton Crossing, A Sky Active Living Community, the staff are described as caring and genuinely interested in the well-being of their r ...
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High-quality meals and dining experiences. Reviews consistently praise the quality of the meals offered, with residents expressing enjoyment and appreciation for the variety and excellent cuisine. For instance, at Middleton Crossing, A Sky Active Living Community, the food is described as good and the portions generous. At The Waterfo ...
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Engaging and diverse activities. Communities offer a range of activities to keep residents active and engaged. For example, at Middleton Crossing, A Sky Active Living Community, residents participate in weekly field trips and shopping trips. At Quarry Ridge Retirement Community, activities include bingo, exercises, and a we ...
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Variety of living options. Communities cater to different needs and preferences, with various living options available. For instance, at Sienna Crest - Darlington, there is an independent living section, providing residents with their own apartments and the freedom to do as they please. At Oak Park Place Madison, ther ...
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Accessible and helpful staff. Staff members are often described as always available and ready to help, providing assistance with daily tasks and addressing residents' concerns. For example, at Middleton Crossing, A Sky Active Living Community, staff are reportedly responsive and make changes based on resident feedback. At ...
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Well-maintained and clean facilities. Communities are kept clean and well-maintained, with attention given to both the interior spaces and the grounds. For instance, at Middleton Crossing, A Sky Active Living Community, the Jefferson, the facilities are described as clean and welcoming. At The Waterford at Fitchburg, the Waterfo ...
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Pleasant Ridge independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Pleasant Ridge independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Pleasant Ridge, 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 Pleasant Ridge 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 Pleasant Ridge partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Pleasant Ridge, WINational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
9.9%
20.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
26.4%
34.5%
No sugar
No sugar
24.1%
31%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
24.5%
33.7%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
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Availability of select dining options in Pleasant Ridge 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 Pleasant Ridge communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Pleasant Ridge, WINational
Professional chef
Professional chef
15.6%
36.6%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
23.6%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
19.8%
37%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
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Availability of select programs and activities in Pleasant Ridge 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 Pleasant Ridge offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Pleasant Ridge, WINational
Activity director
Activity director
25.5%
45.2%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
15.6%
28.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
13.7%
33.1%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
44.3%
47.6%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
37.3%
49%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
54.7%
54%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
25%
43%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
22.2%
38.3%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
20.8%
41.9%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
29.7%
47.2%
Live performances
Live performances
31.6%
46.9%
Dances
Dances
15.6%
33.1%
Fitness center
Fitness center
15.6%
39.6%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
31.1%
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Quarry Ridge Retirement Community, Middleton Crossing, A Sky Active Living Community and The Waterford at Fitchburg are the top-rated independent living facilities near Pleasant Ridge, Wisconsin. See full list of communities.
There are 251 independent living facilities near Pleasant Ridge, Wisconsin. See the full list.
The best independent living facilities near you in Pleasant Ridge, Wisconsin are Middleton Crossing, A Sky Active Living Community and The Waterford at Fitchburg. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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