Best Independent Living in Arlington Heights, IL

Why trust this guide? Our editorial team analyzed 3 independent living communities in Arlington Heights, IL using IL Dept. of Public Health (IDPH) data, inspection records, complaints, amenities, and facility-level details. How we rank independent living in IL
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Info below is compiled from the IL Dept. of Public Health (IDPH), senior community websites & trusted data sources such as Walk Score & BBB.

Communities are listed from highest-ranked to lowest-ranked based on our methodology.

Care Types in This Table AL (Assisted Living): Housing with help for daily activities like bathing, dressing, and medication, without 24-hour skilled nursing. NH (Nursing Home): 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. SNF (Skilled Nursing Facility): Round-the-clock nursing care, often for recovery after surgery, injury, or illness. MC (Memory Care): Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. RC (Respite Care): Short-term temporary care that gives family caregivers a break. IL (Independent Living): Community living with dining, activities, and transportation for active seniors who need little personal care. CCRC (Continuing Care Retirement Community): A campus with multiple care levels so residents can age in place without moving.
City and state of the facility. Used for mapping and state-average comparisons.
Licensed bed capacity (maximum allowed). Not the same as how many beds are currently filled.
Indicates whether residents are allowed to have pets in the facility.
Third-party neighborhood walkability score (0–100). Convenience/context metric, not a healthcare quality measure.
Number of years the company has been in operation.
Better Business Bureau grade for the operating company. Reflects complaint handling and business practices, not clinical care quality.
Name of the licensed owner, operator, or managing entity as filed with the state. Useful for grouping facilities under the same organization.
Count of regulatory inspections in the reporting window. Higher volume can reflect more oversight visits, complaint-driven surveys, or routine licensure cycles.
Total count of deficiencies (cited regulatory issues) recorded in the selected reporting period. Read alongside inspection counts for context.
The average number of deficiencies this facility receives each time it's inspected, calculated as total deficiencies ÷ total inspections. A lower number suggests more consistent compliance with safety and care standards.
Inspection events categorized as complaint-related by the state regulator.
Count of incident-based investigations (e.g. reported events) in the regulatory record for the reporting period.
Housing or bed configuration options (e.g. studio, shared), often from facility-reported amenities and licensing details.
Church Creek
IL
AL
MC
RC
Arlington Heights
69
Facility 69
IL AVG 70
Rank #51 / 123
Yes
40
Facility 40
IL AVG 51
Rank #144 / 229
28
Facility 28
IL AVG 15
Rank #13 / 71
A+Sptmrt Properties Trust2
4
Facility 4
IL AVG 7
Rank #47 / 98
2.0
Facility 2.0
IL AVG 1.8
Rank #59 / 98
0
Facility 0
IL AVG 2
Rank #1 / 111
2
Facility 2
IL AVG 2.1
Rank #52 / 111
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
StoryPoint Libertyville
IL
AL
CCRC
MC
RC
Libertyville
45
Facility 45
IL AVG 70
Rank #94 / 123
Yes
42
Facility 42
IL AVG 51
Rank #140 / 229
-A-901 Florsheim Tenant LLC2
0
Facility 0
IL AVG 7
Rank #1 / 98
0.0
Facility 0.0
IL AVG 1.8
Rank #1 / 98
4
Facility 4
IL AVG 2
Rank #91 / 111
1
Facility 1
IL AVG 2.1
Rank #24 / 111
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Radford Green at Sedgebrook
IL
AL
MC
NH
SNF
Lincolnshire
37
Facility 37
IL AVG 70
Rank #105 / 123
No
36
Facility 36
IL AVG 51
Rank #156 / 229
--Sedgebrook Opco (Sl-Vii) LLC1
0
Facility 0
IL AVG 7
Rank #1 / 98
0.0
Facility 0.0
IL AVG 1.8
Rank #1 / 98
0
Facility 0
IL AVG 2
Rank #1 / 111
1
Facility 1
IL AVG 2.1
Rank #24 / 111
1 Bed / 2 Bed

Rank badges are statewide and care-type specific: each independent living community is ranked against every other IL independent living community we track that reports that metric, not just the 3 analyzed for Arlington Heights. See how we rank facilities

Church Creek

1250 W Central Rd, Arlington Heights, IL 60005
Overview of Church Creek

Discover stress-free living at Church Creek, an extraordinary senior living community in Arlington Heights, IL, offering independent living, assisted living, memory care, and respite care. Residents here enjoy a comfortable residence with spacious studio, one or two-bed apartments and access to convenient services, such as on-site maintenance, weekly housekeeping, linen, and towel services, and a dedicated team available to provide support 24/7. Offering a variety of activities, the community ensures a vibrant and engaging lifestyle to its residents.

At Church Creek, residents can leave all the worries behind with personalized care services, access to comprehensive therapy solutions, and a wealth of conveniently designed amenities. Here, residents can give themselves a makeover in the beauty salon, attend an on-site religious service or get hooked to a new book from the library. Delicious and nutritious meals are available with the help of the exceptional culinary team that serves an array of classic comfort and healthy dishes. Church Creek helps residents to live their life to the fullest through its wide array of services and compassionate care.

Starting Price $2,700/Month

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Overview of StoryPoint Libertyville

StoryPoint Libertyville offers assisted living, continuing care retirement communities, independent living, memory care, and respite care in Libertyville, IL. Assisted living provides help with daily tasks while a resident maintains a private living space, while independent living supports private living without daily care. Memory care provides a secured setting with supervision, and respite care offers a short stay when a resident’s usual caregiver needs to travel or recover. The range of care levels may suit someone whose needs grow over time.

With 45 beds, StoryPoint Libertyville is a smaller community where staff and residents can get to know each other. Housing includes studio, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom residences. A two-bedroom layout can suit a couple moving together or someone who wants a companion, and pets are allowed, so a resident can bring a pet when moving into the community.

A Walk Score of 42 places the area in a car-dependent setting, meaning most errands require a car or a ride. StoryPoint Libertyville is operated by 901 Florsheim Tenant.

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Radford Green at Sedgebrook

960 Audubon Way, Lincolnshire, IL 60069
Overview of Radford Green at Sedgebrook

Radford Green at Sedgebrook offers nursing home, skilled nursing, assisted living, independent living, and memory care in Lincolnshire, IL. Nursing home and skilled nursing provide licensed nursing care on site around the clock. Assisted living provides help with daily tasks such as bathing, dressing, and medication while a resident keeps an apartment. Independent living provides private living with community services and no daily care, while memory care provides a secured setting with supervision for someone at risk of wandering.

Several care levels are available here. That can suit a resident whose needs may grow over time without requiring a move to another community. With 37 beds, the home is smaller, giving staff and residents the opportunity to get to know each other. Housing includes one bedroom and two bedroom options, with a two bedroom layout suitable for a couple moving together or someone who wants a companion.

Total nurse staffing is 5 hours and 10 minutes per resident per day, representing the daily hands on nursing time assigned to each resident. Medicare and private pay are accepted. A Walk Score of 36 places the area in a car dependent setting, so most errands require a car or a ride. The community is operated by Sedgebrook Opco (Sl Vii).

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Weighting overview

  • 35%
    Resident Experience
  • 25%
    Regulatory
  • 15%
    Visual Media
  • 10%
    Website
  • 10%
    Stability
  • 5%
    Environment
01

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
02

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
03

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
04

Website & Operator Transparency 10%

Site quality and whether the operator publishes basic accountability information — staff names, contact details, ownership.

  • Includes
  • Website Content
  • Mobile Usability
  • Staff Info Available
  • Owner Info Available
05

Community Stability 10%

Operational signals indicating whether a community is well-run and meeting demand.

  • Includes
  • Occupancy Rate
  • Bed Options
06

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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Independent Living in Arlington Heights at a glance

Avg Walk Score: 39/ 100The average Walk Score across facilities in Arlington Heights, IL. A third-party neighborhood walkability score (0–100) measuring convenience and context, not healthcare quality. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: 50/ 100
Avg No. of Beds: 50The average licensed bed capacity across facilities in Arlington Heights, IL. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: 90
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Frequently Asked Questions about Independent Living in Arlington Heights, IL

What is the average cost of independent living in Arlington Heights, IL?

The average monthly cost of independent living in Arlington Heights, IL is approximately $2,019. Actual rates vary by community, level of care, and floorplan.

What is the price range for independent living in Arlington Heights, IL?

Independent living in Arlington Heights, IL typically ranges from $576 - $3,575 per month, depending on the community, room type, and care needs.

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 3 independent living communities in Arlington Heights, IL. Use the filters and comparison tools above to compare ratings, amenities, and pricing.

How do I choose the right independent living community in Arlington Heights, 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 Arlington Heights, 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 Arlington Heights, 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.