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Page 15 of 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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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 Oakshire Trails

Live a blissful retirement at Oakshire Trail Apartments, an exceptional 55+ community in Pueblo, CO, offering independent living. With beautifully furnished and cozy one- and two-bedroom floor plans, residents are guaranteed the utmost comfort and convenience. The community’s maintenance services and convenient apartment features allow residents to enjoy a worry-free lifestyle.

Residents are encouraged to live actively and make new friends with fun recreational and communal spaces. With private dining rooms, residents delight in delicious and healthy meals that cater to their dietary needs and preferences. Other amenities include a library, a theater room, medical clinic offices, a media room, a game room, a fitness center, a putting green, and serene walking trails, creating the perfect setting for residents’ recreation and wellness.

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Overview of Lakeview Senior Living

An independent living community in Lakewood, Colorado, is Lakeview Senior Living. The three-story community at 7390 West Eastman Place offers flexible housing with studio, one-, and two-bedroom floor plans to fit different living preferences and needs.

With a Walk Score of 66, the neighborhood is moderately walkable. This implies some errands can be done on foot alongside a blend of nearby shops and services. The location on west side Lakewood supplies residents with easy access to local amenities while maintaining a residential setting.

Lakeview Senior Living has a straightforward residential atmosphere with multiple housing configurations, noteworthy for those desiring an independent living option in the area.

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Overview of Quincy Place | Sky Active Living

Located in the vibrant neighborhood of Denver, CO, Quincy Place | Sky Active Living, is an exceptional senior living community that offers excellent independent living. The community is an ideal place for a maintenance-free lifestyle with bright, airy, and spacious accommodations for a comfortable living environment. Residents’ evolving needs are supported by the community, offering assistance in arranging for care providers to deliver assisted living services right to their doorstep.

Thanks to the community’s ideal location, residents have easy access to local restaurants, take relaxing walks through Cherry Creek State Park, and explore the Molly Brown House Museum. There’s a variety of ways to live everyday fully with a wide array of activities conducted by the community. Residents can dine on nutritious, homestyle cuisine in the beautiful dining room that fosters both healthy eating habits and the warmth of gathering together for a cozy dining experience.

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Overview of Gardens Care Senior Living – Homestead

Located in Lakewood, Colorado, Gardens Care Senior Living Homestead graces a 4.25-acre campus, featuring 24 Independent Living cottages and 35 Assisted Living apartments. This assisted living community presents premier assisted living with a relaxed atmosphere, complemented by a dedicated 24-hour staff, ensuring residents receive attentive care around the clock. The Assisted Living apartments have mini-kitchens and full private bathrooms, providing seniors with comfort and convenience. They have the luxury to choose between one-bedroom apartments or studio apartments, catering to their preferences.

Embracing a sense of community, Gardens Care Senior Living Homestead offers beautiful common areas, including two outside patios, ideal for visiting, dining, or simply relishing the great outdoors. The newly remodeled lodge, private suites, salon, library, billiard room, and theater room contribute to the array of inviting spaces available to residents. Discover a place where seniors can savor their golden years with comfort, joy, and peace of mind at Gardens Care Senior Living Homestead.

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Overview of Summit Glen Gracious Retirement Living

Located in the scenic city of Colorado Springs, CO, Summit Glen is a tight-knit senior living community that offers independent living. Residents indulge in stunning views from their open, bright, and cozy apartments, ranging from studios, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom apartments–all equipped with safety features like emergency pull cords and fire prevention systems. Committed to creating an engaging environment, the community conducts an array of enriching activities, supported by a management team that lives on-site to ensure residents are enjoying their living experience within the community.

Residents are free to spend their time on more fun things to do with an attentive team that handles housekeeping, dirty linens, maintenance, and transportation to appointments. The community provides a resident travel program for residents who love to explore and take on new adventures. A talented culinary team prepares three delicious and nutritionally balanced meals, along with a 24-hour bar for coffee and snacks, making sure residents eat well throughout the day.

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Overview of Heritage Apartments

Live a blissful retirement at Heritage Apartments, a trusted 55+ community in Arvada, CO, offering independent living. Featuring naturally lit and spacious floor plans, the community ensures residents are comfortable and safe. Residents experience maintenance-free living with 24-hour emergency maintenance and laundry spaces.

A thoughtfully curated calendar of engaging activities and enriching programs is conducted to keep residents active and socially engaged. The community also features a picnic area, alongside several restaurants nearby, providing residents with plenty of dining options that satisfy their dietary needs and preferences. With state-of-the-art amenities, including billiards, a clubhouse, a gazebo, and a horseshoe pit, residents are guaranteed to enjoy the best of their golden years without worries.

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Overview of Residences at Panorama Pointe

Peacefully set near Cobblestone Park in Westminster, CO, Residences at Panorama Pointe is a welcoming 62+ community that offers independent living. Residents find the accommodation that best matches their preferences, with the community’s beautifully designed and spacious floor plans. The community also ensures residents enjoy a worry-free lifestyle with maintenance services.

With recreation sites and delightful local amenities nearby, residents have easy access to leisure and wellness. The community is funded by Westminster City’s Tax Credits and HOME funds, easing financial burdens. Residents also enjoy various amenities, including exercise rooms, a private dining room, a beauty salon, and a computer room.

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Overview of Lakewood Estates | Sky Active Living

Residing in the peaceful neighborhood of West Dakota Avenue, Lakewood, CO, is the charming senior living community of Lakewood Estates that offers independent living. Have a relaxing time surrounded by senior-friendly and vibrant spaces. The community boasts a kind and compassionate team helping seniors with household responsibilities and keeping their surroundings neat.

Here, residents have more opportunities to explore new interests and rediscover passions through fun activities and enrichment programs. The community also provides meal services and transportation to ensure seniors enjoy a convenient and hassle-free retirement. Lakewood Estates strives to provide a safe place for seniors to make the most out of their best years without worries.

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Overview of Nine Mile Station Senior Living

Live a blissful retirement at Nine Mile Station Senior Living, a blissful retreat in Aurora, CO, offering independent living. With beautifully designed and cozy one- and two-bedroom floor plans, residents can find the accommodation that best matches their preferences. The community also ensures residents enjoy maintenance-free living with utilities and emergency services.

Here, residents have easy access to plenty of recreation and wellness opportunities with the community’s proximity to thriving local amenities. Pets are also welcome to accompany residents during their stay to ease their loneliness. With a variety of state-of-the-art amenities, including a rooftop deck, a fitness center, and a community center, residents are guaranteed to make the most of their golden years.

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Overview of Peakview Trails Apartments

Peakview Trails Apartments is a 62+ independent living community in Greeley, CO, offering a variety of one- and two-bedroom apartments. Dedicated to older adults’ comfort, the community features cozy living spaces and spacious communal areas. Maintenance services, along with a fully equipped kitchen and pet-friendly areas, are provided to enrich residents’ living experiences. The community also strives to maintain residents’ independence with a variety of apartment features and upscale amenities.

Entertainment options, fitness programs, and social events are conducted to help residents maintain their holistic well-being. A library, an outdoor patio, raised bed planters, and walking trails are among the community features dedicated to residents’ leisure and wellness. Located near restaurants and local amenities in Greeley, the community guarantees accessibility and convenience. With its plenty of amenities and services, this independent living community is a great choice for senior living in Colorado.

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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.