Best Independent Living in Cedar Rapids, IA

Why trust this guide? Our editorial team analyzed 15 independent living communities in Cedar Rapids, IA using IA Dept. of Inspections, Appeals & Licensing (DIAL) data, inspection records, complaints, amenities, and facility-level details. How we rank independent living in IA
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Info below is compiled from the IA Dept. of Inspections, Appeals & Licensing (DIAL), 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.
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.
Description of bed or unit types offered (e.g. assisted living, memory care), as reported in state or facility disclosures.
Number of years the company has been in operation.
Reported or derived occupancy for the facility—typically how fully licensed capacity is utilized. Compare across peers in the same market.
A 0–100 score of a facility's regulatory inspection record, shown as a letter and compared with other facilities of the same kind in the same state. This is a proprietary Assisted Living Magazine grade. It is not a government rating. A dash means we have no inspection data for that facility.
Count of regulatory inspections in the reporting window. Higher volume can reflect more oversight visits, complaint-driven surveys, or routine licensure cycles.
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.
Grand Living at Indian Creek
IL
AL
MC
Cedar Rapids
64
Facility 64
IA AVG 76
Rank #86 / 165
Yes
44
Facility 44
IA AVG 43
Rank #103 / 222
1 Bed / 2 Bed
7
Facility 7
IA AVG 15
Rank #81 / 131
40.6%
Facility 40.6%
IA AVG 63.2%
Rank #109 / 154
D7
1
Facility 1
IA AVG 6
Rank #21 / 155
0
Facility 0
IA AVG 1
Rank #1 / 155
Boyson Heights Senior Living
IL
AL
MC
Cedar Rapids
132
Facility 132
IA AVG 76
Rank #18 / 165
Yes
52
Facility 52
IA AVG 43
Rank #84 / 222
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
5
Facility 5
IA AVG 15
Rank #94 / 131
22.7%
Facility 22.7%
IA AVG 63.2%
Rank #152 / 154
B-4
2
Facility 2
IA AVG 6
Rank #38 / 155
0
Facility 0
IA AVG 1
Rank #1 / 155
Grand Living at Indian Creek
IL
AL
MC
Cedar Rapids
264
Facility 264
IA AVG 76
Rank #1 / 165
Yes
8
Facility 8
IA AVG 43
Rank #201 / 222
-
7
Facility 7
IA AVG 15
Rank #81 / 131
51.1%
Facility 51.1%
IA AVG 63.2%
Rank #95 / 154
-5
1
Facility 1
IA AVG 6
Rank #21 / 155
0
Facility 0
IA AVG 1
Rank #1 / 155
Meth Wick Health Center
IL
AL
MC
NH
RC
SNF
Cedar Rapids (Oakhill Jackson)
69
Facility 69
IA AVG 76
Rank #74 / 165
No
79
Facility 79
IA AVG 43
Rank #18 / 222
--
88.4%
Facility 88.4%
IA AVG 63.2%
Rank #30 / 154
-15
3
Facility 3
IA AVG 6
Rank #38 / 155
0
Facility 0
IA AVG 1
Rank #1 / 155
Cottage Grove Place – Connections
IL
AL
MC
NH
SNF
Cedar Rapids
36
Facility 36
IA AVG 76
Rank #147 / 165
Yes
56
Facility 56
IA AVG 43
Rank #71 / 222
-
7
Facility 7
IA AVG 15
Rank #89 / 131
38.9%
Facility 38.9%
IA AVG 63.2%
Rank #132 / 154
-5
3
Facility 3
IA AVG 6
Rank #57 / 155
0
Facility 0
IA AVG 1
Rank #1 / 155
The Gardens of Cedar Rapids
IL
AL
MC
NH
SNF
Cedar Rapids
40
Facility 40
IA AVG 76
Rank #127 / 165
Yes
7
Facility 7
IA AVG 43
Rank #205 / 222
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
1
Facility 1
IA AVG 15
Rank #121 / 131
87.5%
Facility 87.5%
IA AVG 63.2%
Rank #33 / 154
C+22
3
Facility 3
IA AVG 6
Rank #57 / 155
6
Facility 6
IA AVG 1
Rank #151 / 155
The Keystones of Cedar Rapids
IL
AL
MC
Cedar Rapids (Rockwell Drive Northeast)
30
Facility 30
IA AVG 76
Rank #157 / 165
No
33
Facility 33
IA AVG 43
Rank #141 / 222
1 bed / 2 bed
22
Facility 22
IA AVG 15
Rank #39 / 131
40.0%
Facility 40.0%
IA AVG 63.2%
Rank #126 / 154
C-5
8
Facility 8
IA AVG 6
Rank #111 / 155
7
Facility 7
IA AVG 1
Rank #153 / 155
Garnett Place
IL
AL
MC
RC
Cedar Rapids
49
Facility 49
IA AVG 76
Rank #118 / 165
Yes
69
Facility 69
IA AVG 43
Rank #39 / 222
-
25
Facility 25
IA AVG 15
Rank #25 / 131
49.0%
Facility 49.0%
IA AVG 63.2%
Rank #147 / 154
D-8
12
Facility 12
IA AVG 6
Rank #137 / 155
1
Facility 1
IA AVG 1
Rank #104 / 155
Gardens of Cedar Rapids
IL
AL
MC
NH
SNF
Cedar Rapids
60
Facility 60
IA AVG 76
Rank #95 / 165
Yes--
7
Facility 7
IA AVG 15
Rank #81 / 131
48.3%
Facility 48.3%
IA AVG 63.2%
Rank #102 / 154
?3
2
Facility 2
IA AVG 6
Rank #38 / 155
0
Facility 0
IA AVG 1
Rank #1 / 155
HallMar Village
IL
AL
MC
NH
Cedar Rapids
55
Facility 55
IA AVG 76
Rank #108 / 165
No
4
Facility 4
IA AVG 43
Rank #215 / 222
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed-
100.0%
Facility 100.0%
IA AVG 63.2%
Rank #50 / 154
?24
7
Facility 7
IA AVG 6
Rank #104 / 155
2
Facility 2
IA AVG 1
Rank #119 / 155

Rank badges are statewide and care-type specific: each independent living community is ranked against every other IA independent living community we track that reports that metric, not just the 15 analyzed for Cedar Rapids. See how we rank facilities

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Overview of Grand Living at Indian Creek

Grand Living at Indian Creek offers assisted living, independent living, and memory care in Cedar Rapids, IA. Independent living provides private living with community services and no daily care, while assisted living includes help with daily tasks such as dressing, bathing, and medication. Memory care provides a secured setting with supervision for someone at risk of wandering.

Having all three care levels on one campus may suit a resident whose needs grow over time, since a move to another level of care can happen without leaving the community. The community has 64 beds and offers one-bedroom and two-bedroom residences; a two-bedroom layout can suit a couple moving together or someone who wants a companion. Pets are allowed, so a resident may keep a pet when living at the community.

A Walk Score of 44 places the area in a car-dependent setting, meaning most errands require a car or a ride. Multiple restaurant-style dining venues with chef-prepared meals give residents more than one on-site setting for meals, while a salon and spa provide personal care without leaving the community. Chauffeured transportation is also available for residents who do not drive themselves, and Dara Fishnick serves as the administrator.

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Overview of Boyson Heights Senior Living

Boyson Heights Senior Living is the premier independent living, assisted living, and memory care home in Cedar Rapids that offers a warm and welcoming atmosphere while ensuring a kind of service where residents are treated like family; they create an environment that strives to provide compassionate and loving care to seniors. Boyson Heights encourages its residents to live a life of independence by making important lifestyle choices based on their personal preferences.

Boyson Heights offers a range of  amenities and services that make everyday living easier and more comfortable; community features include a library, wellness center, common areas, and lounge areas, housekeeping and laundry, transportation, and all around 24/7 care.

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Overview of Grand Living at Indian Creek

Grand Living at Indian Creek offers independent living, assisted living, and memory care in Cedar Rapids, IA. Independent living means private living with community services and no daily care, while assisted living includes help with daily tasks such as bathing, dressing, and medication management. Memory care provides a secured setting with supervision for someone at risk of wandering, so the range of care levels may suit a resident whose needs grow over time without leaving the community.

The community has 264 beds, bringing together more residents, staff, and usually more programming than a smaller community. Respite care offers a short stay when a resident’s usual caregiver needs to travel or recover. Pets are allowed, so a resident can bring a pet when moving in.

Multiple restaurant-style dining venues serve chef-prepared meals, giving residents more than one on-site setting for meals. A pool and wellness center provide places for exercise, while salon services support personal care and outdoor recreation areas offer space for outdoor activity. Chauffeured transportation is available for scheduled travel, and LUMINATIONS® memory care and FACETS® Events and Activities are among the community’s named programs.

Dara Fishnick serves as the administrator.

Contact Grand Living at Indian Creek

Meth Wick Health Center

1625 Brendelwood Drive, Cedar Rapids, IA 52405-2499
Overview of Meth Wick Health Center

Meth Wick Health Center offers nursing home care, assisted living, independent living, memory care, respite care, and skilled nursing in Cedar Rapids’s Oakhill Jackson neighborhood. Independent living means having a private living space with community services but no daily care, while assisted living adds help with everyday tasks such as dressing, bathing, and taking medication.

Memory care is provided in a secured setting with supervision for someone at risk of wandering. Skilled nursing includes licensed nursing care on site around the clock. Respite care offers a short stay when a family caregiver needs to travel or recover.

Several care levels are available within one community. That may suit a resident whose needs grow over time, because moving to another level does not require leaving the community. The community has 69 beds, and Nicholas Jedlicka serves as administrator.

Rehabilitation services are available for residents who need therapy, while Transportation Services provide transportation through the community. A Walk Score of 79 out of 100 places the area in the very walkable band, where most errands can be done on foot, so a resident who no longer drives can still get out independently. Meth Wick Health Center may be a good fit for someone who wants private independent living, needs increasing daily support, requires secured memory care, or may benefit from skilled nursing or a short respite stay.

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Overview of Cottage Grove Place – Connections

Cottage Grove Place, Connections offers nursing home care, skilled nursing, assisted living, independent living, and memory care in Cedar Rapids, IA. Nursing home care and skilled nursing provide licensed nursing care on site around the clock. Assisted living helps with daily tasks such as dressing, bathing, 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. The range of care levels can suit a resident whose needs may grow over time without requiring a move to a different community. The community has 36 beds, creating a smaller setting where staff and residents can get to know each other.

Chef prepared meals are provided, giving residents prepared dining within the community. Short term rehabilitation offers a temporary stay focused on recovery, and respite care provides a short term option when a usual caregiver needs to travel or recover. A Walk Score of 56 / 100 places the area in the somewhat walkable band, so some errands can be done on foot and a resident who no longer drives may be able to complete certain nearby errands independently. Pets are allowed, so a resident may keep a pet with them. Melissa Holyoake serves as the administrator.

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Overview of The Gardens of Cedar Rapids

The Gardens of Cedar Rapids is a senior care community on Dean Road SW in the southwest part of Cedar Rapids, Iowa. It offers a full continuum of care under one roof, spanning independent living, assisted living, memory care, and skilled nursing, which means a resident can often stay in a familiar place as their needs change over time. The community is owned by Jbrb Investments LLC and accepts both Medicare and private pay, giving families a couple of clear routes to cover short-term rehabilitation or longer-term nursing care.

This is a small, single-story community with 40 beds, and it tends to run comfortably occupied at around 88 percent. Housing comes in studio, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom options, and the single-level layout can make day-to-day movement easier for residents with mobility limitations. Pets are welcome, which matters to many families weighing a move for a loved one.

On the clinical side, total nursing care averages about 4 hours and 15 minutes per resident each day, so hands-on daily support is a meaningful part of the setting. State inspection themes over the years have centered on medication management and care-delivery practices, alongside stretches of clean compliance. Families touring the community can ask how those areas are handled day to day.

The community sits in a car-dependent pocket of Cedar Rapids, with a Walk Score of 7, so most errands and visits will involve a short drive. That residential setting can suit residents and family who prefer a quiet neighborhood over a busy commercial area.

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Overview of The Keystones of Cedar Rapids

The Keystones of Cedar Rapids offers assisted living, independent living, and memory care in Cedar Rapids, IA. Assisted living includes help with daily tasks such as dressing, bathing, and medication while the resident keeps a private apartment; independent living provides private living with community services and no daily care; memory care offers a secured setting with supervision for someone at risk of wandering. Having all three care levels in one community may suit a resident whose needs grow over time, since changing care levels may not require leaving the community.

With 30 beds, The Keystones of Cedar Rapids is a smaller community where staff and residents can get to know each other. The community is in the Rockwell Drive Northeast neighborhood, and Lynn Nelson serves as administrator. A Walk Score of 33 places the area in a setting dependent on cars, so most errands require a car or a ride. A resident who no longer drives would need transportation to get out independently.

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Garnett Place

202 35Th St Dr Se, Cedar Rapids, IA 52403
Overview of Garnett Place

Garnett Place is a retirement community in Iowa that strives to create magical experiences in the lives of retirees. Situated near Elmcrest Country Club and Golf Course and Riverside Park, this community offers unique mundane retirement living amidst the changing seasons of Cedar Rapids. Garnett Place offers a range of senior lifestyles, including independent living, assisted living, memory care, and respite care. The open layout of the living spaces creates a personalized feel, with private bathrooms for added privacy. They also give access to a beautiful landscaped courtyard, allowing seniors to enjoy the beauty of the outdoors. 

This home offers housekeeping, transportation, and dining services to make life easier for residents. They also provide wireless emergency pendants, 24-hour emergency response, garbage removal, and laundry services for added convenience. Seniors can even bring their furry friends along! Other amenities include a cinema, salon, and barber. The living spaces come equipped with air conditioning, Wi-Fi, a full kitchen with a refrigerator and microwave oven, and window coverings. If one wishes to live a meaningful and hassle free life, Garnett Place is the place to be.

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Overview of Gardens of Cedar Rapids

Gardens of Cedar Rapids provides nursing home and skilled nursing care, assisted living, independent living, and memory care in Cedar Rapids, IA. Nursing home and skilled nursing care include licensed nursing care on site around the clock, while assisted living provides help with daily tasks such as bathing, dressing, and medication. Independent living offers private living with community services and no daily care, and memory care provides a secured setting with supervision for residents at risk of wandering.

There are 60 beds across the community’s care levels. For a resident whose needs grow over time, that range may allow them to remain in the same community without starting over socially. The Skilled Nursing & Rehabilitation program includes rehabilitation services, so rehabilitation is available as part of the community’s care offerings.

Total nurse staffing is 4h 34m per resident per day. This represents the daily hands on nursing time assigned per resident. Gardens of Cedar Rapids accepts Medicare and private pay, and residents may bring pets. Chalee Michael serves as the administrator.

Contact Gardens of Cedar Rapids

Overview of HallMar Village

HallMar Village is a one-of-a-kind community in Cedar Rapids, IA, offering independent living. In collaboration with Mercy Medical Center, the community also offers assisted living and memory care to meet residents’ healthcare needs. Thoughtfully designed and spacious accommodations are provided in a nurturing and welcoming environment, so residents can feel at ease during their stay.

With a jam-packed calendar of enriching programs and stimulating activities, residents are encouraged to live actively and maintain social connections. Plenty of delectable and healthy dining options are also provided to meet residents’ dietary needs and preferences. The community’s comprehensive services and extensive amenities create the ideal setting for residents to enjoy their golden years without hassles.

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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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Frequently Asked Questions about Independent Living in Cedar Rapids, IA

What is the average cost of independent living in Cedar Rapids, IA?

The average monthly cost of independent living in Cedar Rapids, IA is approximately $1,879. Actual rates vary by community, level of care, and floorplan.

What is the price range for independent living in Cedar Rapids, IA?

Independent living in Cedar Rapids, IA typically ranges from $511 - $4,741 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 15 independent living communities in Cedar Rapids, IA. Use the filters and comparison tools above to compare ratings, amenities, and pricing.

How do I choose the right independent living community in Cedar Rapids, IA?

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 Cedar Rapids, IA, 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 Cedar Rapids, IA?

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.

Independent Living in Cedar Rapids at a glance

Avg Walk Score: 44/ 100The average Walk Score across facilities in Cedar Rapids, IA. 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: 78The average licensed bed capacity across facilities in Cedar Rapids, IA. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: 90