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| Brookdale Lake View |
AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.
IL Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support. | Chicago (Lake View East) | 41
Facility
41
IL AVG
87
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#345 / 426 | No |
90
Facility
90
IL AVG
51
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#40 / 648 | 48
Facility
48
IL AVG
12
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#2 / 257 | A+ | Blc-Kenwood Of Lake View, LLC | 5 | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed |
| Autumn Green at Wright Campus |
AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.
IL Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support. | Chicago (Dunning) | 25
Facility
25
IL AVG
87
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#398 / 426 | Yes |
68
Facility
68
IL AVG
51
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#163 / 648 | 1
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1
IL AVG
12
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#128 / 257 | - | Bre Rook Sh Autumn Green At Wright Campus LLC | 2 | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed |
| Autumn Green at Midway Village |
IL Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support.
AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence. | Chicago (West Lawn) | 24
Facility
24
IL AVG
87
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#399 / 426 | Yes |
63
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63
IL AVG
51
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#207 / 648 | 1
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1
IL AVG
12
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#128 / 257 | - | Bre Rook Sh Autumn Green At Midway Village LLC | 9 | 1 Bed / 2 Bed |
| Eden Supportive Living Chicago |
IL Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support.
AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence. | Chicago (Uptown) | - | No |
90
Facility
90
IL AVG
51
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#40 / 648 | 23
Facility
23
IL AVG
12
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#57 / 257 | A+ | - | - | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed |
| Senior Suites Ravenswood Manor |
IL Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support. | Chicago (Albany Park) | - | Yes |
83
Facility
83
IL AVG
51
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#88 / 648 | 27
Facility
27
IL AVG
12
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#37 / 257 | A+ | - | - | Studio / 1 Bed |
| Senior Suites Auburn Gresham |
IL Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support. | Chicago (Auburn Gresham) | - | Yes |
74
Facility
74
IL AVG
51
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#135 / 648 | 22
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22
IL AVG
12
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#59 / 257 | A+ | - | - | Studio / 1 Bed |
| Senior Suites New City |
NH Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).
IL Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support. | Chicago (Back Of The Yards) | 218
Facility
218
IL AVG
87
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#18 / 426 | No |
79
Facility
79
IL AVG
51
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#109 / 648 | - | - | - | - | 1 Bed |
| Senior Suites Rainbow Beach |
NH Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).
IL Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support. | Chicago (South Shore) | 84
Facility
84
IL AVG
87
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#170 / 426 | Yes |
67
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67
IL AVG
51
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#177 / 648 | - | - | - | - | Studio / 1 Bed |
| Senior Suites Washington Heights |
IL Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support. | Chicago (Washington Heights) | - | Yes |
77
Facility
77
IL AVG
51
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#121 / 648 | 24
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24
IL AVG
12
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#52 / 257 | - | - | - | Studio / 1 Bed |
| Covenant Home of Chicago |
IL Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support.
AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence. | Chicago (Lincoln Square) | - | No |
87
Facility
87
IL AVG
51
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#55 / 648 | 29
Facility
29
IL AVG
12
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#29 / 257 | A+ | - | - | Studio / 1 Bed |
| Senior Suites of Bridgeport |
IL Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support. | Chicago (Bridgeport) | - | Yes |
88
Facility
88
IL AVG
51
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#50 / 648 | 20
Facility
20
IL AVG
12
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#67 / 257 | A+ | - | - | Studio / 1 Bed |
| Senior Suites of Garfield Ridge |
IL Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support. | Chicago (Garfield Ridge) | - | Yes |
83
Facility
83
IL AVG
51
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#88 / 648 | 24
Facility
24
IL AVG
12
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#52 / 257 | C+ | - | - | Studio / 1 Bed |
| The Breakers at Edgewater Beach |
IL Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support.
AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence. | Chicago (Edgewater) | - | Yes |
89
Facility
89
IL AVG
51
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#45 / 648 | 27
Facility
27
IL AVG
12
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#37 / 257 | A+ | - | - | Studio / 1 Bed |
| Park Plaza |
IL Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support. | Chicago (West Ridge) | - | No |
62
Facility
62
IL AVG
51
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#218 / 648 | 29
Facility
29
IL AVG
12
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#29 / 257 | A+ | - | - | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed |
| Encore Senior Living |
IL Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support.
AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.
MC Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk. | Chicago (Chicago Loop) | - | No |
99
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99
IL AVG
51
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#4 / 648 | 13
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13
IL AVG
12
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#94 / 257 | B- | - | - | - |
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Overview of Encore Senior Living
As a property management company, Encore Senior Living in Chicago provides a range of living options to cater to seniors’ varying needs, including assisted living, independent living, and memory care. Their goal is to help seniors live on their own terms without worrying about safety. The community creates a home with a unique personality. Each resident is valued for their individuality and independence. They offer a variety of floor plans to choose from, so seniors can find the perfect space that suits their lifestyle.\
Designed to provide an engaging and social environment, they have on-site dining where residents can enjoy meals with others, a salon and spa for pampering, landscaped grounds with outdoor nooks for fresh air, community rooms for events, and even a wellness office to ensure that residents are staying healthy and active. If you’re looking for a senior living community that feels like home, Encore Senior Living in Chicago is the perfect choice.
Ranking Methodology
How we rank these communities
Every community above is evaluated across six weighted categories using public data including state inspection records, review platforms, BBB profiles, and operator-published materials.
Weighting overview
- 35%Resident Experience
- 25%Regulatory
- 15%Visual Media
- 10%Website
- 10%Stability
- 5%Environment
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Resident & Family Experience 35%
The single largest share of every ranking. Aggregated review sentiment and volume from major platforms — the closest signal to real resident experience.
- Includes
- Review Sentiment
- Review Volume
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Regulatory & Safety Record 25%
State inspection records, citations, and complaint visits. We weight per-inspection rates more heavily than raw counts.
- Includes
- State Inspections
- Citations/Inspection
- % Inspections w/ Citations
- Complaint Visits
- Accreditations
- BBB Rating
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Visual Media & Transparency 15%
Communities that publish high-quality visuals give families a real preview. No photos or tours = a negative transparency signal.
- Includes
- Video Tours
- Virtual Walkthroughs
- Photo Quantity
- Photo Quality
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Website & Operator Transparency 10%
Site quality and whether the operator publishes basic accountability information — staff names, contact details, ownership.
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- Website Content
- Mobile Usability
- Staff Info Available
- Owner Info Available
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Community Stability 10%
Operational signals indicating whether a community is well-run and meeting demand.
- Includes
- Occupancy Rate
- Bed Options
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Environment & Pricing 5%
Walkability and pricing transparency. Walk Score is weighted higher for Independent Living than for Memory Care, where most residents do not leave unaccompanied.
- Includes
- Walk Score
- Pricing Transparency
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Frequently Asked Questions about Independent Living in Chicago, IL
What is the average cost of independent living in Chicago, IL?
The average monthly cost of independent living in Chicago, IL is approximately $2,019. Actual rates vary by community, level of care, and floorplan.
What is the price range for independent living in Chicago, IL?
Independent living in Chicago, IL typically ranges from $576 - $3,575 per month, depending on the community, room type, and care needs.
How many licensed independent living communities are there in Chicago, IL?
According to state licensing records, there are approximately 208 licensed independent living communities in Chicago, IL.
What is independent living?
Independent living communities are residential settings for active older adults — typically with private apartments or cottages, shared amenities (dining, fitness, activities), and no built-in medical care.
How many independent living communities are listed on this page?
This page features 31 independent living communities in Chicago, IL. Use the filters and comparison tools above to compare ratings, amenities, and pricing.
How do I choose the right independent living community in Chicago, IL?
Start by matching the level of care offered to the resident's current and anticipated needs, then compare licensing status, staff-to-resident ratios, recent inspection results, and pricing. Tour at least two or three communities in Chicago, IL, talk to current residents and families, and confirm what is included in the base rate versus billed as add-on services.
What should I look for when visiting independent living communities in Chicago, IL?
Pay attention to staff interactions with residents, cleanliness and odor, food quality at meal times, the activity calendar, and how questions about pricing and care plans are answered. Ask to see the most recent state inspection report, the move-out / level-of-care-change policy, and a sample monthly bill that lists every fee.
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