Compare Independent Living around Aurora (Metro Area)
| Garden Plaza of Aurora | IL AL NH SNF | Aurora (Southeast Crossing) | 90
Facility
90
CO AVG
76
Rank
#195 / 527 | Yes |
42
Facility
42
CO AVG
51
Rank
#557 / 869 | 1 Bed / 2 Bed | A+ | Amber Laurienti | Arapahoe Assisted Living Investors, LLC | Private pay |
| The Springs at St. Andrews Village | IL AL | E Aurora (Heather Gardens) | 72
Facility
72
CO AVG
76
Rank
#259 / 527 | No |
19
Facility
19
CO AVG
51
Rank
#754 / 869 | - | - | Virginia Sandoval | Aurora Senior Housing LLC | - |
| Inglenook At Brighton | IL AL HOS MC NH PC RC SNF | Brighton (Vernon Park Apartments) | 110
Facility
110
CO AVG
76
Rank
#106 / 527 | Yes |
71
Facility
71
CO AVG
51
Rank
#207 / 869 | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed | A+ | Stephanie Downare | Inglenook Senior Ventures, LP | Private pay, Medicaid |
| Cherry Creek Retirement Village | IL AL | Aurora | 35
Facility
35
CO AVG
76
Rank
#396 / 527 | Yes |
41
Facility
41
CO AVG
51
Rank
#568 / 869 | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed | A+ | Cynthia Burbach | Aurora Retirement, LLC | Private pay |
| Bella Vita Senior Living | IL | Aurora (Village East) | - | Yes |
83
Facility
83
CO AVG
51
Rank
#79 / 869 | 1 Bed / 2 Bed | A+ | - | - | - |
| Lincoln Meadows Senior Living | IL AL MC | Parker | 90
Facility
90
CO AVG
76
Rank
#195 / 527 | Yes |
56
Facility
56
CO AVG
51
Rank
#408 / 869 | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed | - | Jeffrey Lind | Lincoln Meadows Senior Living, LLC | Private pay |
| Parkside Village Retirement Resort | IL | Aurora (Pioneer Hills) | - | Yes |
24
Facility
24
CO AVG
51
Rank
#725 / 869 | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed | A+ | - | - | - |
| Frontier Valley Independent and Assisted Living | IL AL | Aurora (Expo Park) | 120
Facility
120
CO AVG
76
Rank
#77 / 527 | Yes |
75
Facility
75
CO AVG
51
Rank
#157 / 869 | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed | - | Stepheni Passanante | Windsor Lake Healthcare Inc | Private pay, Medicaid |
| Heather Gardens | IL | Aurora (Heather Gardens) | - | No |
33
Facility
33
CO AVG
51
Rank
#649 / 869 | 1 Bed / 2 Bed / 3 Bed | - | - | - | - |
| Nine Mile Station Senior Living | IL | Aurora (Dam East/West) | - | Yes |
76
Facility
76
CO AVG
51
Rank
#150 / 869 | 1 Bed / 2 Bed | - | - | - | - |
| St. Andrew’s Village | IL AL | Aurora (Heather Gardens) | - | Yes |
38
Facility
38
CO AVG
51
Rank
#596 / 869 | 1 Bed / 2 Bed | - | - | - | - |
| V-Espirit | IL | Aurora (South Shalom Park Circle) | - | No |
45
Facility
45
CO AVG
51
Rank
#534 / 869 | 1 Bed / 2 Bed | - | - | - | - |
| Cherry Creek Retirement Village | IL AL | Aurora (Heather Gardens) | 35
Facility
35
CO AVG
76
Rank
#396 / 527 | No |
41
Facility
41
CO AVG
51
Rank
#568 / 869 | - | - | Cynthia Burbach | Aurora Retirement, LLC | - |
Overview of St. Andrew’s Village
Make the most of your best years at St. Andrew’s Village, an outstanding community in Aurora, CO, offering independent living and assisted living. Alongside various specially designed and spacious accommodations, exceptional care tailored to residents’ personal needs is provided to ensure comfort and safety. Residents enjoy a worry-free lifestyle with the community handling the chores and daily activities.
With a thoughtfully curated calendar of exciting events and engaging programs, residents will not run out of things to do for leisure and wellness. Residents also delight in delicious and healthy dining options that cater to their dietary needs and preferences. Amenities include an indoor pool, a library, a media room, a chapel, a fitness center, and a game room, making it an ideal retirement destination.
Experience the best of your independence at V-Esprit, a blissful 55+ community in Aurora, CO, offering independent living. Purposely built and spacious one- and two-bedroom floor plans are set in the community’s 14 acres of scenic and serene setting. Here, residents have maintenance-free living with the community helping with housekeeping and maintenance.
Fun programs and exciting events are conducted, encouraging residents to live actively and make new friends. Residents gain easy access to thriving local amenities, especially with transportation services. Amenities include a pool, a fitness center, an in-house theater, a gym, and a library, creating the perfect setting for residents’ recreation and wellness.
Overview of Cherry Creek Retirement Village
Cherry Creek Retirement Village is a senior living community located in Aurora, Colorado. It offers both assisted living and independent living options, focusing on creating a relaxed environment for residents. The community provides a range of services and amenities tailored to the needs and interests of each resident.
Ranking Methodology
How we rank these independent living 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
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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Frequently Asked Questions about Independent Living in Aurora, CO
What is the average cost of independent living in Aurora, CO?
The average monthly cost of independent living in Aurora, CO is approximately $1,822. Actual rates vary by community, level of care, and floorplan.
What is the price range for independent living in Aurora, CO?
Independent living in Aurora, CO typically ranges from $963 - $4,785 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 13 independent living communities in Aurora, CO. Use the filters and comparison tools above to compare ratings, amenities, and pricing.
How do I choose the right independent living community in Aurora, CO?
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 Aurora, CO, 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 Aurora, CO?
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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