Best Independent Living in Colorado Springs, CO

Why trust this guide? Our editorial team analyzed 21 independent living communities in Colorado Springs, CO using CO Dept. of Public Health & Environment (CDPHE) data, inspection records, complaints, amenities, and facility-level details. How we rank independent living in CO
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Avg Walk Score: 46/ 100The average Walk Score across facilities in Colorado Springs, CO. 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: 87The average licensed bed capacity across facilities in Colorado Springs, CO. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: 90

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Info below is compiled from the CO Dept. of Public Health & Environment (CDPHE), 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 Communities (CCRC)):
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.
Better Business Bureau grade for the operating company. Reflects complaint handling and business practices, not clinical care quality.
A named contact for the facility. Hover the name to see their role — Administrator (state administrator of record or facility-provided administrator), Nursing Director, Medical Director, or Staff. The most authoritative available is shown.
Name of the licensed owner, operator, or managing entity as filed with the state. Useful for grouping facilities under the same organization.
Payment methods or payer types accepted (e.g. private pay, Medicaid), as reported in state or survey data.
Sunny Vista Living Center
IL
AL
MC
NH
SNF
Colorado Springs
116
Facility 116
CO AVG
Rank #56 / 233
Yes
95
Facility 95
CO AVG
Rank #4 / 256
-A+Stephen DownsSunny Vista Living Center-
Winslow Court Retirement Community
IL
AL
Colorado Springs
128Yes 77 Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed-Kelli ChildsWinslow Court (Cocswc) LLCPrivate pay
MacKenzie Place – Colorado Springs
IL
AL
MC
Colorado Springs (East Colorado Springs)
84Yes 44 Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed / 3 BedA+David HillMackenzie Place Colorado Springs LLCPrivate pay
Bonaventure Senior Living – Colorado Springs
IL
AL
MC
Colorado Springs
109Yes 26 1 Bed / 2 BedA+Vanessa ZabojnikBonaventure Of Colorado Springs LLCPrivate pay
StoneCreek of Flying Horse Senior Living
IL
AL
CCRC(
MC
Colorado Springs (Northgate)
105Yes 3 Studio / 1 Bed / 2 BedC-Krystal DeloriaVop Stonecreek Flying Horse, LLCPrivate pay
The Gardens at ViewPointe
IL
AL
MC
Colorado Springs (Northeast Colorado Springs)
162Yes 34 1 Bed / 2 Bed-Robert Marshall BroxsonBslc IIPrivate pay
Medallion Post Acute Rehabilitation
IL
AL
MC
NH
SNF
Colorado Springs
60
Facility 60
CO AVG
Rank #166 / 233
No
95
Facility 95
CO AVG
Rank #4 / 256
--Ronald CookBijou Healthcare LLC-
The Palisades at Broadmoor Park
IL
AL
MC
Colorado Springs
77Yes 60 Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed-Frances CaprittaS-H Palisades Opco LLCPrivate pay
The Retreat at Sunny Vista
IL
AL
CCRC(
MC
NH
SNF
Colorado Springs (East Colorado Springs)
75
Facility 75
CO AVG
Rank #146 / 233
Yes
56
Facility 56
CO AVG
Rank #151 / 256
1 Bed / 2 Bed-Pearl StrouseSunny Vista Living CenterPrivate pay
Liberty Heights
IL
AL
CCRC(
MC
NH
RC
SNF
Colorado Springs (Northgate)
60
Facility 60
CO AVG
Rank #166 / 233
Yes
40
Facility 40
CO AVG
Rank #189 / 256
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed-Alina SolorzanoGa Hc Reit II Liberty Trs Sub LLCPrivate pay

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Sunny Vista Living Center

2445 E Cache La Poudre St, Colorado Springs, CO 80909-4812
Overview of Sunny Vista Living Center

Sunny Vista Living Center is a 116-bed nursing home on East Cache La Poudre Street in Colorado Springs, Colorado. The building stays mostly full, operating at a 91 percent occupancy rate, with resident stays averaging about 126 days. This operational setup means the daily workflow balances permanent clinical placements with short-term post-hospital rehabilitation. To manage care and room expenses, the financial desk takes standard private pay, traditional Medicare, and state Medicaid.

The surrounding Colorado Springs neighborhood is highly pedestrian-friendly, earning a walk score of 95 out of 100, which allows visitors to handle everyday errands entirely on foot. Inside the facility, the floor staff provides an average of 3 hours and 45 minutes of direct nursing attention to each resident daily. This combined team of RNs, LPNs, and aides carries out the physical rehabilitation programs and temporary respite stays, while daily operations cover medication tracking and respiratory support protocols.

Recent inspection filings focused on evaluating the facility’s trauma-informed care delivery, mental health services, respiratory support practices, and infection control systems, which the administration must keep aligned with regional healthcare laws.

Older adults can call the intake coordinator directly to verify current bed openings, ask how specific respiratory or mental health programs are managed, or schedule an afternoon to tour the property.

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Overview of Winslow Court Retirement Community

If you’re looking for a welcoming and supportive community for your retirement years, Winslow Court is the perfect fit. Situated in a gorgeous suburban setting surrounded by colorful nature, this community offers a range of options to meet your individual needs. Whether you’re looking for independent living, assisted living, or short-term respite care, you’ll find everything you need here. The community caters to both veterans and seniors and offers spacious, comfortable studio, one-bedroom, or two-bedroom apartments with all the modern amenities you could ask for, including air conditioning, well-appointed bathrooms, laundry service, housekeeping, and kitchenettes.

When it comes to dining, the chef-prepared meals in the bistro are spectacular. The community also offers a wide range of activities to keep you engaged and entertained. Take advantage of the fitness facility, relax on the patio, visit the salon and barber, or lose yourself in a good book at the library. And with a shuttle service available, you’ll never have to worry about transportation. Winslow Court is evidently a community that offers a supportive environment and the opportunity to build connections and create new memories. It’s a sanctuary where you can embrace the joys of retirement living while looking forward to a bright future.

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Overview of MacKenzie Place – Colorado Springs

Mackenzie Place Colorado Springs has been a reliable and well-respected community for seniors for more than five decades. Situated near the prestigious Colorado Springs Country Club and Colorado Springs Airport, it offers a range of options for seniors looking for independent living, assisted living, and memory care. Residents have a variety of apartment sizes to choose from, including studio, one bedroom, or two bedroom apartments, each with a fully equipped kitchen, walk-in closets, controlled heating, and an emergency communication system. Its team is devoted to increasing the confidence of residents and helping them live their lives to the fullest. 

The home’s hospitality-based care is exceptional. They offer a wide range of amenities, such as a pool, theater, bistro, salon and barber, fireplace, library, transportation, courtyard, and arts and crafts studio. Freshly prepared meals by the in-house chef, featuring low-acid coffee, provide residents with an exceptional dining experience. With functional amenities and top-notch care, this community is the perfect choice for seniors looking for a luxurious living experience in the colorful Colorado Springs.

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Overview of Bonaventure Senior Living – Colorado Springs

Bonaventure Senior Living is a family-owned community located in the stunning landscape of Colorado Springs. The community strikes the perfect balance between independence and convenience, providing residents with a choice between independent living, assisted living, or memory care based on their specific needs. This home has an unwavering dedication to providing an elevated and simplistic retirement living experience.

Here, residents can experience the best of both worlds, without any of the hassle. Payment terms are hassle-free with a one bill, one payment rule, so residents can enjoy their retirement without the added worry of long-term leases or buy-ins. The community also offers a wide range of floor plans and lifestyle options to choose from. They boast an impressive array of amenities, including 24-hour staff, mouth-watering meals, naturally-lit rooms, individually controlled thermostats, outdoor patios, a billiard room, a salon and barber, a library, private jetted tubs, and so much more. Certainly, living at Bonaventure Senior Living is like having an awesome retreat from home everyday.

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Overview of StoneCreek of Flying Horse Senior Living

StoneCreek of Flying Horse Senior Living is an incredible place to live if you’re looking for a relaxed and peaceful atmosphere in Colorado Springs, but also want to enjoy luxurious living surrounded by nature. The community offers a range of living options, including independent living, assisted living, and memory care, tailored to meet the unique needs of each resident. The stunning views of Pikes Peak and Air Force Academy are just one of the many highlights of StoneCreek of Flying Horse Senior Living. The community is also home to a diverse group of residents, which adds to the vibrant and welcoming environment.

Although StoneCreek of Flying Horse Senior Living is located in a serene natural setting, it’s also within driving distance of everyday amenities. With a fitness center, movie room, courtyard, and on and off-campus activities, you may find it hard to leave. The interior design is exquisite, and every detail is carefully crafted with the resident’s comfort and satisfaction in mind. Living at StoneCreek of Flying Horse Senior Living is an exciting and fulfilling experience, where you can enjoy the tranquility of nature and living in style.

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The Gardens at ViewPointe

555 S Rockrimmon Blvd, Colorado Springs, CO 80919
Overview of The Gardens at ViewPointe

Nestled in El Paso County, Colorado Springs, CO, The Gardens at ViewPointe is a compassionate senior living community that offers independent living, assisted living, and memory care services. Residents can comfortably relax knowing their needs are met by a dedicated care team available 24/7, complemented with a licensed nurse supervision and 24-hour emergency call systems for added security and safety. The community provides residents with various care services, including personal care assistance, medication management, regular health assessments, and monitoring for chronic conditions.

Each day is an opportunity to make new connections, learn new things, and continue past passions with a broad range of exciting activities and community amenities designed to foster meaningful engagement, leisure, and relaxation. Residents have plenty of time to focus on their well-being with maintenance, housekeeping, laundry, and transportation services provided. Here, residents are guaranteed to flourish and thrive with comprehensive care services and a nurturing environment.

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Overview of Medallion Post Acute Rehabilitation

Medallion Post Acute Rehabilitation is a 60-bed care community on East Bijou Street in Colorado Springs, Colorado. Owned by Bijou Healthcare LLC, the building operates at a 55 percent occupancy rate with an average length of stay of 77 days. This baseline reflects a split operational flow between long-term skilled nursing setups and shorter post-hospital rehabilitation. For financial coverage, the business office handles standard private pay, traditional Medicare, and state Medicaid.

The surrounding location is very pedestrian-friendly, with a walk score of 95 out of 100, which makes it easy for visitors to get to nearby spots on foot. On the inside, residents receive roughly 3 hours and 31 minutes of face-to-face nursing care every day from a floor crew made up of RNs, LPNs, and aides. This therapy and nursing staff monitor individual treatment plans for residents recovering from recent injuries, illnesses, or major surgeries.

Past surveys identified persistent clinical and operational issues related to wound care, infection control, medication management, nutritional support, resident dignity, and emergency response times for acute medical events, which the administration must track and resolve.

Prospective residents can get in touch with the admissions desk to check the status of open beds, ask how the staff manages specific safety and medication protocols, or plan an afternoon to tour the East Bijou Street property.

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The Palisades at Broadmoor Park

4547 Palisades Park View, Colorado Springs, CO 80906
Overview of The Palisades at Broadmoor Park

The Palisades at Broadmoor Park exudes a resort-like atmosphere, nestled in the quaint location of Colorado Springs. The community is founded on Japanese heritage, with its staff treating their residents with utmost respect and admiration, viewing them as heroes. They encourage their staff and residents to positively affect each other’s lives through genuine acts of kindness and appreciation. Offering a variety of living options, including independent living, assisted living, and memory care, the Palisades strives to provide a unique living experience that caters to the individual needs of its residents.

Seniors residing here can enjoy a surreal lifestyle, complete with a range of amenities that include a swimming pool, salon and barber, fitness center, housekeeping, movie theater, laundry service, kitchenette, beautiful walking paths, transportation, and more. The surrounding area is also a marvel to behold, with natural wonders that provide a sense of peace and tranquility.

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The Retreat at Sunny Vista

2450 E Cache La Poudre St, Colorado Springs, CO 80909
Overview of The Retreat at Sunny Vista

Nestled in Colorado Springs, The Retreat at Sunny Vista is a senior living community offering compassionate assisted living and memory care services. Residents experience a balanced lifestyle that caters to their physical, emotional, spiritual, intellectual, environmental, and social well-being. With engaging activities, delightful dining options, and beautiful surroundings,

The Retreat provides a peaceful and pet-friendly haven.
Conveniently located near shops, restaurants, parks, and medical centers, The Retreat at Sunny Vista offers personalized care services, including diabetic and memory care, managed by specially trained staff. With regular visits from area specialists, residents receive comprehensive support and ancillary services. Discover the harmonious lifestyle at The Retreat and embrace a fulfilling senior living experience. 

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Liberty Heights

12105 Ambassador Dr, Colorado Springs, CO 80921
Overview of Liberty Heights

Liberty Heights is located in the picturesque natural landscapes of Colorado Springs and provides an array of living options to suit different lifestyles. Whether you’re looking for independent living, assisted living, memory care, skilled nursing, or rehabilitation, this home has you covered. The community believes in enhancing residents’ lifestyles and continually raises the bar to provide the best possible care. They provide a range of services depending on your lifestyle option, including 24-hour emergency response, transportation, personalized care plans, housekeeping, on-site therapy, and nutrition management.

Moreover, the floor plans are beautifully designed, and the community boasts upscale amenities such as a courtyard, library, art center, fitness center, spa, main and private dining rooms, balcony, rehab gym, individual parking, and more. At Liberty Heights, residents can enjoy a fulfilling lifestyle, made possible by the staff’s attention to detail and commitment to excellence is evident in every aspect of the living experience. With a wide range of amenities and services, residents can truly savor the glowing sunsets of Colorado Springs.

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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
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 Colorado Springs, CO

What is the average cost of independent living in Colorado Springs, CO?

The average monthly cost of independent living in Colorado Springs, CO is approximately $1,822. Actual rates vary by community, level of care, and floorplan.

What is the price range for independent living in Colorado Springs, CO?

Independent living in Colorado Springs, 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 21 independent living communities in Colorado Springs, CO. Use the filters and comparison tools above to compare ratings, amenities, and pricing.

How do I choose the right independent living community in Colorado Springs, 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 Colorado Springs, 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 Colorado Springs, 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.