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Best Independent Living in Colorado

Why trust this guide? Our editorial team analyzed 232 independent living communities in Colorado using Colorado Dept. of Public Health and Environment (CDPHE) data, inspection records, complaints, amenities, and facility-level details. How we rank independent living in CO
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Jul 2026
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232 homes
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Avg Walk Score: 51/ 100The average Walk Score across facilities in Colorado. 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: 76The average licensed bed capacity across facilities in Colorado. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: 90

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Grace Pointe Senior Care Community
IL
NH
AL
MC
Greeley (Cedarwoods)
53
Facility 53
CO AVG 76
Rank #348 / 527
Yes
35
Facility 35
CO AVG 51
Rank #625 / 869
Studio / 1 BedA+---
Clermont Park
IL
ADC
AL
MC
NH
SNF
Denver (University Hills)
40
Facility 40
CO AVG 76
Rank #381 / 527
No
66
Facility 66
CO AVG 51
Rank #283 / 869
Studio / 1 Bed / Semi-Private Rooms-Teresa NealChristian Living NeighborhoodsPrivate pay
Holly Creek
IL
AL
MC
NH
SNF
Centennial (East Peakview Avenue)
25
Facility 25
CO AVG 76
Rank #419 / 527
Yes
39
Facility 39
CO AVG 51
Rank #584 / 869
1 Bed / 2 Bed / 3 Bed----
Hover Senior Living Community
IL
AL
NH
SNF
Longmont
25
Facility 25
CO AVG 76
Rank #419 / 527
No
46
Facility 46
CO AVG 51
Rank #524 / 869
1 Bed----
Frasier Retirement Community
IL
AL
NH
SNF
Boulder (Frasier Meadows)
54
Facility 54
CO AVG 76
Rank #338 / 527
Yes
65
Facility 65
CO AVG 51
Rank #300 / 869
1 Bed / 2 BedA+---
Continuing Care at Wind Crest
IL
AL
MC
NH
Highlands Ranch (Westridge)
44
Facility 44
CO AVG 76
Rank #375 / 527
No
31
Facility 31
CO AVG 51
Rank #671 / 869
--Kelsey J FiccaWind Crest, Inc-
Oakwood Apartments
IL
NH
Castle Rock
-
Facility -
CO AVG 76
Rank #378 / 527
Yes
29
Facility 29
CO AVG 51
Rank #690 / 869
1 Bed / 2 Bed----
Liberty Heights
IL
AL
MC
NH
RC
SNF
Colorado Springs (Northgate)
60
Facility 60
CO AVG 76
Rank #299 / 527
Yes
40
Facility 40
CO AVG 51
Rank #572 / 869
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed-Alina SolorzanoGa Hc Reit II Liberty Trs Sub LLCPrivate pay
Peaks Care Center
IL
AL
NH
SNF
Longmont (Coffman Street)
92
Facility 92
CO AVG 76
Rank #189 / 527
No
80
Facility 80
CO AVG 51
Rank #107 / 869
-A+Julian HazlettHeights Healthcare Company, LLCPrivate pay, Medicaid, Medicare
Vi at Highlands Ranch
IL
AL
MC
NH
SNF
Highlands Ranch (Northridge)
-Yes
39
Facility 39
CO AVG 51
Rank #584 / 869
1 Bed / 2 Bed / Cottage----
Brookdale Skyline
IL
AL
MC
NH
SNF
Colorado Springs
82
Facility 82
CO AVG 76
Rank #227 / 527
Yes
12
Facility 12
CO AVG 51
Rank #794 / 869
1 Bed / 2 Bed-Anneliese Wilhelmina MuhlbauerBlc - Village At Skyline LLCPrivate pay, Medicare
Casey’s Pond Senior Living
IL
AL
MC
NH
RC
SNF
Steamboat Springs
66
Facility 66
CO AVG 76
Rank #280 / 527
No
89
Facility 89
CO AVG 51
Rank #38 / 869
--Jeanine WoosleyNorthwest Colorado Visiting Nurse Association-
Brookdale Greenwood Village
IL
AL
MC
NH
SNF
Greenwood Village
90
Facility 90
CO AVG 76
Rank #195 / 527
Yes
71
Facility 71
CO AVG 51
Rank #207 / 869
Studio / 1 Bed / Semi-Private / PrivateB-Tabetha HoustonArc Greenwood Village, IncPrivate pay, Medicare
Villa Pueblo Senior Living Community
IL
AL
NH
SNF
Pueblo (Belmont)
90
Facility 90
CO AVG 76
Rank #195 / 527
No
70
Facility 70
CO AVG 51
Rank #226 / 869
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed----
Good Samaritan Society – Fort Collins Village
IL
AL
RC
Fort Collins (West Trilby Road)
64
Facility 64
CO AVG 76
Rank #289 / 527
No
16
Facility 16
CO AVG 51
Rank #775 / 869
-A+Natalie KorellThe Evangelical Lutheran Good Samaritan SocietyPrivate pay, Medicaid, Medicare
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Overview of Grace Pointe Senior Care Community

Grace Pointe Senior Care Community offers a unique blend of family-oriented support and tailored care for seniors. Their commitment is to ensure every resident’s vibrant and fulfilling life, providing various services, including independent living, assisted living, long-term care, and memory care. Residents experience a profound sense of belonging and togetherness within this community, carefully nurtured to foster a strong community spirit.

With 24-hour emergency response systems in place, residents can feel secure and supported at all times. In addition to the exceptional care, Grace Pointe offers a peaceful living environment with amenities such as a cozy coffee bar, a well-stocked library, a spacious community room, a serene courtyard, and a salon and barbershop, all set within private and secure grounds. Residents are treated to chef-prepared meals, enhancing their overall living experience. Grace Pointe Senior Care Community truly epitomizes the essence of assisted living facilities and independent senior living, providing a warm and engaging home for seniors in Greeley.

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Overview of Clermont Park

Age with dignity at Clermont Park, an esteemed life plan community in Denver, CO, offering independent living, assisted living, and skilled nursing. The community features specially designed and sophisticated one- and two-bedroom floor plans, ensuring residents’ comfort and safety. Residents can keep their peace of mind with a compassionate and well-trained team attending to their needs around the clock.

With residents’ leisure and well-being in mind, a jam-packed calendar of fun recreational activities and enriching programs is conducted. Mealtimes promote social interactions and satisfy dietary needs with delicious and well-balanced dining options. The community’s dedicated care and state-of-the-art amenities create the perfect setting for a blissful retirement.

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Holly Creek

5500 E Peakview Ave, Centennial, CO 80121
Overview of Holly Creek

Holly Creek prides itself on practicing a ‘colorful Colorado living’; they strive to make a positive impact in the lives of each resident; they are ready to attend to any needs an individual may have. The staff encourages residents to take part in enriching and engaging activities that cultivate their personal growth during their golden years. The retirement home offers a home-like atmosphere that can provide all the essential benefits for its residents, as they make it a point to enhance the lifestyle of every resident and elevate their daily living.

The vibrant lifestyle of all-inclusive amenities includes daily delicious and nutritious meals, weekly housekeeping and laundry services, furnished independent living apartments, daily fitness activities with their finest gym equipment, transportation, 24-hour care and supervision, a library, and three restaurants available on-site.

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Hover Senior Living Community

1380 Charles Drive, Longmont, CO 80503
Overview of Hover Senior Living Community

Hover Senior Living Community, a Longmont, CO staple for over four decades, offers a continuum of care for aging adults. At Hover, their mission is to empower residents to live life on their own terms through innovative, affordable housing and services. Hover provides independent living at Hover Manor, assisted living at Beatrice Hover Assisted Living, and skilled nursing care at the Katherine and Charles Hover Green House, a state-of-the-art facility built in March of 2019. Founded in 1912, the Hover family legacy is one of care and generosity.

The Hover Home, built by Charles and Katherine Hover, was a marvel of modern conveniences at the time, and their adopted daughter Beatrice continued their legacy by spearheading the development of the Hover Manor retirement home. Hover Community offers a family-like environment where residents are treated with dignity and respect. Their experienced staff provides a variety of services to help seniors maintain their independence for as long as possible. At Hover Senior Living, a true sense of community is built between residents and staff. The team can be reached at (303) 772-9292.

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Overview of Frasier Retirement Community

Experience the best of your golden years at Frasier Retirement Community, an idyllic retreat in Boulder, CO, offering independent living, assisted living, memory care, and skilled nursing. Alongside beautifully furnished and spacious floor plans, exceptional care tailored to residents’ needs is provided to ensure comfort and safety. Residents enjoy a worry-free lifestyle with the community handling the housekeeping and other chores.

With a well-thought-out calendar of fun recreational activities and enriching programs, residents are encouraged to live actively and make new friends. Delightful and well-balanced meals are also served to satisfy residents’ dietary needs and preferences. The community’s continuum of care and state-of-the-art amenities create the ideal setting for residents to live a blissful retirement.

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Overview of Continuing Care at Wind Crest

Operated by National Senior Communities, Continuing Care at Wind Crest is a nursing home in Colorado. The community accepts Medicare and private pay, giving families more options for residents who need skilled nursing care after hospitalization or ongoing medical support.

Wind Crest is a close-knit community with 44 beds, with high occupancy, almost full at 97%. This size offers a quieter setting where staff can easily provide more individualized attention compared to larger facilities. Residents stay for an average of 95 days, which is composed of short-term rehabilitation residents and those staying longer for ongoing care needs.

Daily nurse staffing averages about 5 hours per resident. Registered nurses, nurse aides, and licensed practical nurses work together to provide a full range of hands-on care. That staffing level is enough to support residents who need both the medical oversight and the personal assistance throughout the day.

The community offers rehabilitation services and respite care, coupled with health services and a medical center. It’s an ideal option for families seeking short-term recovery or longer-term skilled care stays. Residents can use the fitness center and indoor aquatics space to stay active.

Plus, the walking paths on the grounds are available for seniors who need to move and breathe some fresh air. Transportation services are also available for residents, and family members can get where they need to go.

The facility’s location earned a score of 31 on the walkability scale. Some nearby services can be reached on foot, but most daily trips require a short drive. For families planning their budget, monthly fees include meals, utilities, property taxes, and standard home maintenance.

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Overview of Oakwood Apartments

Surrounded by tranquil recreation sites in Castle Rock, CO, Oakwood Apartments is an outstanding community that offers independent living. With cozy and purposely built one- and two-bedroom floor plans, residents experience the utmost comfort and convenience. Residents also enjoy maintenance-free living with plenty of apartment features and laundry spaces.

Popular landmarks and delightful local amenities are set nearby, ensuring residents have easy access to their necessities and leisure. An on-site grill and clubhouse are also available, promoting social interaction over delectable meals. The community is ideal for those looking to live independently in retirement, especially with its dedicated services and state-of-the-art amenities.

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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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Overview of Peaks Care Center

The Peaks Care Center stands out as a premier community, offering exceptional care services tailored to the evolving needs of individuals and couples facing the challenges of aging. This multi facility care center encompasses a wide spectrum of services, including frontier therapy, independent living, assisted living, and skilled nursing. Their dedicated professionals provide top-tier care, ensuring residents receive the highest standard of support and attention.

At the heart of their services is the Frontier Therapy Center, equipped with 21 beds for inpatient therapy, specifically designed to address the recovery needs of adults. The Peaks Care Center is renowned for its award-winning approach, delivering skilled nursing services that include wound care, IV therapy, medication management, nutritionally balanced meals, and respiratory support, among other essential offerings. With their nursing home qualifications and commitment to excellence, residents can trust in a compassionate and skilled environment tailored to their unique needs.

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Overview of VI at Highlands Ranch

Residing on the peaceful lands of Classic Drive, Highlands Ranch, CO, VI at Highlands Ranch is a trusted senior living community that offers assisted living, independent living, memory care, and skilled nursing. Spend a relaxing time within the beautiful and homey accommodations of VI at Highlands Ranch in variations of one-bedroom and two-bedroom floor plans. The community boasts a team of compassionate and well-trained professionals delivering top-tier care and support for seniors to optimize their independence and enjoy their golden years without worries.

Meet new friends and participate in a wide selection of enjoyable activities and engaging programs conducted for leisure and wellness. Eat well and feel good with healthy and tasty meals catering to dietary needs and preferences. Embraced by lush nature and scenic views, VI at Highlands Ranch is a haven for seniors to spend a wondrous retirement doing what they love.

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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 Colorado

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 232 independent living communities in Colorado. Use the filters and comparison tools above to compare ratings, amenities, and pricing.

How do I choose the right independent living community in Colorado?

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, 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?

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.