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10 Best Independent Living Communities in Whitefish Bay, WI

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The cost of independent living in Whitefish Bay is about $3,395 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 122 options. Read 875 reviews, see photos, and learn about amenities that make independent living the ideal next step for adults 55+ who wish to enjoy friendships and hobbies without the hassle of cooking and home maintenance.

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Provides: Assisted Living
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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.
West Park Place is a Class CS CBRF Community located in downtown West Allis, close to restaurants, shops, doctors, shopping, City Hall, Post Office, library and much more. Many recent updates make this well-established facility a true beauty at very affordable prices. Well staffed with nursing...
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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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Really friendly and helpful manager/owners that genuinely care about a resident's needs. Garden spaces, monthly activities, and church services keep my Aunt busy. Good location and affordable rent that fits...
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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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St. Camillus has been a very welcoming community. The staff show great concern and care for my family member. The facility appears clean when I go in. I've noticed only good smells and no bad ones. ...
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.
As a not-for-profit, St. Camillus is dedicated to our mission of providing quality service to the aging. St. Camillus has been proudly serving southeastern Wisconsin for over 90 years. St. Camillus is a Life Plan Community in Wauwatosa, WI. We allow seniors to choose their own future and offer...
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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.
Alta Mira II at North Hills is proud to present an exciting new home for active individuals 55 and better in the Menomonee Falls area. Alta Mira II Senior Housing offers 57 income eligible apartments in one- and two-bedroom styles. These apartments are available in a wide array of thoughtful...
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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 love living in this community. It is so safe and comfortable. I love the underground parking, it really helps for Dr. Appts and groceries along with the elevator. Valerie [removed] is a wonderful manager...
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.
Clare Heights Apartments, located on the southern edge of a quiet residential neighborhood, offers 44 units of one and two bedroom apartments for those 55 and better. The convenient location near bus lines, neighborhood shopping centers, restaurants and parks, features trees and professionally...
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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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Our mom is at Newcastle Place in assisted living. She is very happy and being well taken care of. Also, no Covid infections from staff or residents. That is awesome. Keep up the great work. It is a...
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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: 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.
Frontida's Fardale Home offers a comfortable, home-like environment located on Milwaukee's South Side. The home is designed with large, bright, open living and dining areas that are easily accessible from each resident's private room. The atmosphere supports a sense of community and family...
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We have been satisfied with our stay at Thompson Meadows. I would recommend these senior apartments as long as you are able to afford them.
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.
Thompson Meadows is an apartment community designed for seniors 55 and older. We offer spacious 1 and 2 bedroom apartments. We are located in a quiet area close to shopping. Heat, air conditioning and hot water are included in the rent. Pets are welcome. (Some restrictions do apply). Thompson...

Cost of independent living in Whitefish Bay, WI

The average cost of senior living in Whitefish Bay is $3,395 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include St. Francis, WI with an average of $3,325 per month.

Independent living costs in Whitefish Bay, WI, vs. nearby cities

Whitefish Bay, WI
$3,395/mo
$3,382/mo
$3,398/mo

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

Whitefish Bay, WI
$3,395/mo
U.S. national average
$4,211/mo

Independent living costs in Whitefish Bay, WI, vs. other senior living options

$4,670/mo
Independent Living
$3,395/mo

Independent living costs in Whitefish Bay, WI, by floor plan type

Studio
$2,628/mo
1 Bedroom
$3,190/mo
2 Bedroom
$4,217/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$8,703/mo

Senior living costs in Whitefish Bay 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: Whitefish Bay, WI
Column state: Wisconsin
Column national: U.S.
Community typeWhitefish Bay, WIWisconsinU.S.
Independent Living$3,395/mo$3,567/mo$4,211/mo
Assisted Living$4,604/mo$4,424/mo$4,752/mo
Memory Care$4,670/mo$4,455/mo$5,014/mo
Independent Living
Whitefish Bay, WI:$3,395/mo
Wisconsin:$3,567/mo
U.S.:$4,211/mo
Assisted Living
Whitefish Bay, WI:$4,604/mo
Wisconsin:$4,424/mo
U.S.:$4,752/mo
Memory Care
Whitefish Bay, WI:$4,670/mo
Wisconsin:$4,455/mo
U.S.:$5,014/mo
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Independent living costs in Whitefish Bay, WI, over time

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

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Whitefish Bay 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.
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Column cost2024: 2024 average cost
Column cost2023: 2023 average cost
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Location2024 average cost2023 average costPercent change
Whitefish Bay, WI$2,121/mo$2,430/mo-12.7%
Wisconsin$2,726/mo$2,845/mo-4.2%
National$3,259/mo$3,168/mo+2.9%
Whitefish Bay, WI
2024 average cost:$2,121/mo
2023 average cost:$2,430/mo
Percent change:-12.7%
Wisconsin
2024 average cost:$2,726/mo
2023 average cost:$2,845/mo
Percent change:-4.2%
National
2024 average cost:$3,259/mo
2023 average cost:$3,168/mo
Percent change:+2.9%
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What families are saying about independent living in Whitefish Bay

Recent reviews for independent living in Whitefish Bay

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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LakeHouse Menomonee in Menomonee Falls, WI

4.8
The staff members are all definitely friendly, and we do think they offer good activities. We think it is nicely ran, everyone there is very nice. We would recommend this community to a family or friend.

Marquette Manor in South Milwaukee, WI

5.0
After 20 years of taking care of my mom, we decided it would be best for her to start living on her own. It was a tough transition, but [Removed], the manager, made it so easy for her to feel at home. She addresses concerns and needs right away and makes sure that all of the residents feel ...
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Whitefish Bay independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Whitefish Bay independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Whitefish Bay, 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 Whitefish Bay 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 Whitefish Bay partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Whitefish Bay, WINational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
14.4%
20.6%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
25.2%
34.8%
No sugar
No sugar
20.7%
31.2%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
26.1%
33.9%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
5.4%
10.8%
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Availability of select dining options in Whitefish Bay 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 Whitefish Bay communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Whitefish Bay, WINational
Professional chef
Professional chef
22.5%
36.9%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
27.9%
43.8%
Room service
Room service
20.7%
37.3%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
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17.3%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Whitefish Bay 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 Whitefish Bay offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Whitefish Bay, WINational
Activity director
Activity director
27.9%
45.6%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
21.6%
28.5%
Community service programs
Community service programs
21.6%
33.4%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
43.2%
47.8%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
33.3%
49.2%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
45%
54.3%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
27.9%
43.4%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
25.2%
38.6%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
22.5%
42.2%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
32.4%
47.5%
Live performances
Live performances
32.4%
47.2%
Dances
Dances
17.1%
33.3%
Fitness center
Fitness center
25.2%
39.8%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
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Frequently Asked Questions

Ciel of Shorewood, Eastcastle Place, a CCRC and Library Square are the top-rated independent living facilities near Whitefish Bay, Wisconsin. See full list of communities.
There are 122 independent living facilities near Whitefish Bay, Wisconsin. See the full list.
The best independent living facilities near you in Whitefish Bay, Wisconsin are Oak Hill Terrace, Library Square and StoryPoint Mequon. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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