Page 12 of Best Independent Living in Colorado

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Avg Walk Score: 55/ 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: 90The average licensed bed capacity across facilities in Colorado. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: 90
Overview of Brookdale Meridian Boulder

Experience a carefree retirement lifestyle at Brookdale Meridian Boulder, an exceptional senior living community located in Boulder, CO, offering independent living. Residents can choose from a range of one-bedroom and two-bedroom floor plans with great natural light, plenty of storage, and a private balcony or patio for some apartments. The compassionate care team is available 24/7 to assist with daily living activities and respond to emergencies, promoting a safe and comfortable environment.

Fitness and wellness programs are an important part of Brookdale Meridian Boulder’s commitment to delivering an exceptional senior living experience. Hence, they offer signature programs, including their Brain Fit program, which offers a holistic approach to brain health, and the B-Fit exercise program, which offers residents a fun and social exercise experience. The community also features a range of amenities, including an emergency alert system, transportation, a library, concierge service, a café/bistro, a courtyard and garden, a greenhouse, a theater, and landscaped grounds, among others. The beautiful park-like landscape with mature trees and a koi pond further enhances the tranquil living experience, while convenient access to local excursions and amenities ensures residents stay connected and engaged.

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Overview of The Healthcare Resort of Colorado Springs
The Healthcare Resort of Colorado Springs is changing the way that healthcare is being delivered to the Colorado Springs and surrounding Rocky Mountain area. With the fusion of world-class healthcare and personalized hospitality, guests encounter an experience that is truly unique and memorable. The facility offers rehabilitation therapy and a resort-like setting for recovery.

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Revel Province

2960 Tutt Blvd, Colorado Springs, CO 80922
Overview of Revel Province

A luxurious independent living community, Revel Province in Colorado Springs is a vibrant community for residents looking to find a community that feels like a vacation. Residents of Revel Province can feel confident with the lifestyle they’ll be able to enjoy during their stay, and their families can rest easy knowing that their loved ones are in the best environment for retirement. The independent living community boasts their luxurious service and exceedingly exceptional care. Revel Province has set the standard for senior living in Colorado Spring, making them the premier retirement home that puts their seniors first and promotes an elevated lifestyle. 

Revel Province’s care and service is based on their 4 pillars of care: social, spiritual, physical, and intellectual– designed to ensure that each of their resident’s wellness is met and satisfied. Their community features and amenities are built with the thought of having the seniors revel in the life that they deserve; these include: a warm and spacious living room, fully-equipped fitness studio, well-lit creative studio, and a full-service salon and spa.

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Overview of Marcella Manor Apartments

Surrounded by thriving local amenities in Arvada, CO, Marcella Manor Apartments is an astounding community that offers independent living. Residents have the finest retirement experience with beautifully furnished and cozy one- and two-bedroom accommodations in a nurturing and welcoming environment. 24-hour emergency maintenance, management, and laundry spaces are also available, so residents enjoy a worry-free lifestyle.

With cozy communal spaces and fun amenities, residents can spend their days as they please. Several restaurants and thriving local amenities are also set nearby, providing residents with a variety of dining options that cater to their dietary needs and preferences. Pets are also welcome to accompany residents to ease their loneliness. The community is great for those looking to live independently in their golden years.

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Overview of Greeley Place | Sky Active Living

Holiday Greeley Place in Greeley, Colorado, boasts a distinctive charm that sets it apart in the community. With its small-town feel and close-knit atmosphere, this vibrant senior living community offers a unique sense of belonging. Residents can enjoy a lively calendar of events that add excitement to each day, complemented by the convenience of restaurant-style dining options. Nestled near attractions, seniors have a wealth of places to explore.

As an independent living community tailored for seniors, Holiday Greeley Place provides a welcoming and relieving environment. It delivers a lifestyle enriched with engaging activities and nearby attractions. This community stands as a testament to the concept of independent senior living, embodying the essence of independent living retirement communities.

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Overview of Brookdale North Boulder

Overlooking the breathtaking scenery of the Rocky Mountains in Boulder, Colorado, Brookdale North Boulder is an ideal senior living community offering independent living. Featuring spacious and elegantly designed studios and one-bedroom and two-bedroom apartments, residents enjoy a comfortable and safe residence. The community’s convenient location provides residents easy access to breathtaking scenery, year-round outdoor activities, and healthcare needs.

Brookdale North Boulder is dedicated to creating an environment filled with engaging activities and opportunities for residents to connect with others. Residents can engage in stimulating and fun activities, including Wii bowling, weekly excursions, volunteering, or gardening. The community also provides 24-hour assistance, home maintenance, and transportation services to ensure residents have more time to explore their interests or new hobbies. Amenities include a library, fitness center, game room, arts and crafts studio, theater, and more.

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Overview of Acoya Cherry Creek by Cogir

Situated in the bustling South Harrison Street, Denver, CO, ACOYA Cherry Creek is an extraordinary senior living community offering assisted living and independent living. Find haven with the cozy and elegant accommodations of ACOYA Cherry Creek. With an experienced and highly skilled team lending extra support, seniors experience a hassle-free retirement.

With its convenient location near local attractions, seniors have easy access to their necessities and desires. Moreover, the community exceeds expectations in creating a peaceful and welcoming environment for seniors to live a blissful lifestyle. Meet new friends over restaurant-style dining with healthy and exquisite meals catering to dietary needs and tastes. ACOYA Cherry Creek is a great place for seniors to spend their glorious golden years with its stunning amenities and top-notch care and assistance.

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Overview of Carmel Oaks

Live the retirement of your dreams at Carmel Oaks, a distinct community in Lakewood, CO, offering independent living. The community has beautifully furnished and spacious one- and two-bedroom floor plans, designed for residents’ comfort and safety. Residents also keep their peace of mind with on-site maintenance and many convenient amenities.

Recreation sites and delightful local amenities are available nearby, providing residents with easy access to leisure and wellness. The community also features a breakfast and coffee concierge for residents’ convenience. Other amenities include a fitness center, a game room, a media center, a business center, and a clubhouse, creating the ideal setting for residents to spend their golden years happily.

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Overview of MorningStar Senior Living at Old Town

MorningStar Senior Living at Old Town is a remarkable senior living community residing in Tenney Ct, Fort Collins, CO, that offers assisted living, independent living, and memory care. With a wide selection of sophisticated and purposely built accommodations including 90 apartments for independent living, 45 assisted living apartments, and 25 memory care suites, seniors have the freedom to choose the residence that best matches their needs and preferences. A team of kind and highly skilled professionals provides extra hands for seniors to live with no worries.

MorningStar Senior Living at Old Town orchestrates various fun activities and exciting programs for seniors’ enjoyment and wellness. Join inspiring conversations with friends over healthy and tasty meals that cater to seniors’ nutritional requirements and cravings. With its well-designed amenities and welcoming nature, MorningStar Senior Living at Old Town is a good place for seniors to spend a restful retirement.

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Overview of The Courtyard at Lakewood | Sky Active Living

Lakewood’s Molholm/Two Creeks neighborhood is where you’ll find The Courtyard at Lakewood, part of the Sky Active Living group. It’s built for independent living, so if you’re picturing nursing staff and medication schedules, that’s not what’s happening here. Residents live in their own studio, one-bedroom, or two-bedroom apartments (studios run about 471 to 539 square feet, the bigger units 636 to 685) inside a three-story building.

Here’s the thing about “independent living” that people sometimes miss: it doesn’t mean isolated. It means residents keep their own space and their own schedule while a kitchen staff handles the cooking. You get chef-prepared meals without doing dishes, plus transportation services and fitness and recreation programs baked into daily life. Pets are welcome too, which matters more than people expect once they’re actually moving.

Location-wise, this is a genuinely walkable pocket of Lakewood. A Walk Score of 74 means most errands, a coffee run, a pharmacy trip, don’t require a car. Colorado Mills Mall and the Belmar development are both close by, and Lakewood Country Club sits nearby if that’s relevant to someone’s routine. Denver and Wheat Ridge are near enough for an easy afternoon out. St. Anthony Hospital is about three miles off, which is close enough to matter if it ever needs to.

What this adds up to is a community where the apartment is genuinely yours, the neighborhood does a lot of the heavy lifting, and the support that exists (dining, transportation, fitness) is there to make independent life easier rather than to manage it for you.

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Weighting overview

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    Resident Experience
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    Regulatory
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    Visual Media
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    Website
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    Stability
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    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.

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  • Review Sentiment
  • Review Volume
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Regulatory & Safety Record 25%

State inspection records, citations, and complaint visits. We weight per-inspection rates more heavily than raw counts.

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  • State Inspections
  • Citations/Inspection
  • % Inspections w/ Citations
  • Complaint Visits
  • Accreditations
  • BBB Rating
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Visual Media & Transparency 15%

Communities that publish high-quality visuals give families a real preview. No photos or tours = a negative transparency signal.

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  • Video Tours
  • Virtual Walkthroughs
  • Photo Quantity
  • Photo Quality
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Website & Operator Transparency 10%

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

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  • Website Content
  • Mobile Usability
  • Staff Info Available
  • Owner Info Available
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Community Stability 10%

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

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  • Occupancy Rate
  • Bed Options
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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.

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  • 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 234 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.