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Best Independent Living in Colorado

Why trust this guide? Our editorial team analyzed 225 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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Last updated
Jun 2026
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225 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

Compare Independent Living around Colorado

MacKenzie Place – Colorado Springs
IL
AL
MC
Colorado Springs (East Colorado Springs)
84
Facility 84
CO AVG 76
Rank #226 / 533
Yes
44
Facility 44
CO AVG 51
Rank #549 / 872
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed / 3 BedA+David HillMackenzie Place Colorado Springs LLCPrivate pay
Springbrooke Retirement
IL
AL
MC
RC
Denver (East)
151
Facility 151
CO AVG 76
Rank #41 / 533
Yes
84
Facility 84
CO AVG 51
Rank #68 / 872
1 Bed / 2 BedA+Fanny RouseSpringfield Group LLCPrivate pay
Keystone Place at Legacy Ridge
IL
AL
Westminster (North Central Westminster)
100
Facility 100
CO AVG 76
Rank #161 / 533
Yes
53
Facility 53
CO AVG 51
Rank #445 / 872
1 Bed / 2 BedA+Melissa WardKeystone Federal LLCPrivate pay, Medicaid
Brookdale Greenwood Village
IL
AL
MC
NH
Greenwood Village
90
Facility 90
CO AVG 76
Rank #198 / 533
Yes
71
Facility 71
CO AVG 51
Rank #208 / 872
Studio / 1 Bed / Semi-Private / PrivateB-Tabetha HoustonArc Greenwood Village, IncPrivate pay, Medicare
Balfour Riverfront Park
IL
AL
MC
Denver (Ballpark District)
100
Facility 100
CO AVG 76
Rank #161 / 533
Yes
91
Facility 91
CO AVG 51
Rank #34 / 872
1 Bed / 2 BedA+Kristen Curran-BrookhamWell Balfour Tenant LLCPrivate pay
Bonaventure of Castle Rock
IL
AL
MC
Castle Rock (Low Meadow Boulevard)
88
Facility 88
CO AVG 76
Rank #213 / 533
No
34
Facility 34
CO AVG 51
Rank #637 / 872
1 Bed / 2 BedA+Heather BrownBonaventure Of Castle Rock LLCPrivate pay
Grace Pointe Continuing Care Senior Campus
IL
AL
MC
Greeley (Cedarwoods)
105
Facility 105
CO AVG 76
Rank #141 / 533
Yes
35
Facility 35
CO AVG 51
Rank #627 / 872
Studio / 1 BedA+Miss Ing Admin InformationWgcc LLCPrivate pay
Bonaventure Senior Living – Colorado Springs
IL
AL
MC
Colorado Springs
109
Facility 109
CO AVG 76
Rank #120 / 533
Yes
26
Facility 26
CO AVG 51
Rank #716 / 872
1 Bed / 2 BedA+Vanessa ZabojnikBonaventure Of Colorado Springs LLCPrivate pay
Bonaventure of Thornton
IL
AL
MC
Thornton
95
Facility 95
CO AVG 76
Rank #184 / 533
Yes
51
Facility 51
CO AVG 51
Rank #467 / 872
1 Bed / 2 BedA+Mikea CrumityBonaventure Of Thornton LLCPrivate pay
Sunrise at FlatIrons
IL
AL
MC
Broomfield (Summit Boulevard)
114
Facility 114
CO AVG 76
Rank #100 / 533
Yes
68
Facility 68
CO AVG 51
Rank #260 / 872
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 BedA+Michael HolbrookWelltower Opco Group LLCPrivate pay
MacKenzie Place – Fort Collins
IL
AL
MC
Fort Collins (Mackenzie Place)
61
Facility 61
CO AVG 76
Rank #302 / 533
Yes
63
Facility 63
CO AVG 51
Rank #328 / 872
Studio / 1 BedA+Katy DurhamMackenzie Place Fort Collins LLCPrivate pay
AltaVita Memory Care Centre
IL
AL
MC
RC
Longmont
56
Facility 56
CO AVG 76
Rank #331 / 533
Yes
51
Facility 51
CO AVG 51
Rank #467 / 872
Private RoomsA+Linda BerensAltavita Memory Care Centre LLCPrivate pay
Inglenook At Brighton
IL
AL
HC
MC
NH
PC
RC
Brighton (Vernon Park Apartments)
110
Facility 110
CO AVG 76
Rank #108 / 533
Yes
71
Facility 71
CO AVG 51
Rank #208 / 872
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 BedA+Stephanie DownareInglenook Senior Ventures, LPPrivate pay, Medicaid
Good Samaritan Society – Loveland Village
IL
AL
HC
RC
Loveland
104
Facility 104
CO AVG 76
Rank #148 / 533
Yes
7
Facility 7
CO AVG 51
Rank #814 / 872
1 Bed / 2 BedA+Tammi Lynn LehtoThe Evangelical Lutheran Good Samaritan SocietyPrivate pay, Medicaid, Medicare
Bonaventure of Pueblo
IL
AL
MC
Pueblo (Hyde Park)
106
Facility 106
CO AVG 76
Rank #134 / 533
Yes
7
Facility 7
CO AVG 51
Rank #814 / 872
1 Bed / 2 BedA+Miss Ing Admin InformationBonaventure Of Pueblo LLCPrivate pay
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Solstice Senior Living at Mesa View

601 Horizon Pl, Grand Junction, CO 81506
Overview of Solstice Senior Living at Mesa View

Solstice at Mesa View, located in Grand Junction, offers a secure haven where residents relish a vibrant life. Nestled in the renowned wine country area of Colorado, this community boasts breathtaking outdoors and easy access to St. Mary’s Medical Center. Here, personal care professionals and home care agencies provide essential assistance, from daily living support to medication reminders, ensuring seniors feel truly at home.

As a haven of independent senior living, Solstice at Mesa View values residents’ autonomy, respecting their decisions and preferences. The community hosts a lively activity calendar and a dedicated veterans program as well, fostering a sense of camaraderie and connection. Moreover, they offer comprehensive healthcare benefits, enhancing the well-being of the seniors they serve. With its spacious and homelike atmosphere, Solstice at Mesa View provides ample areas for recreation, socialization, and relaxation, making it the ideal choice for those seeking independent living homes.

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Overview of St Vrain Manor Longmont Christian Housing

Nestled near Roosevelt Park in Longmont, CO, St. Vrain Manor Longmont Christian Housing is a dedicated community that offers independent living. Residents experience the utmost comfort and convenience with specially designed and spacious floor plans. The community also strives to maintain affordability, so low-income older adults can downsize without hassles.

Residents have easy access to recreational and wellness opportunities with thriving local amenities and leisure sites nearby. A variety of dining options are also available, with delightful restaurants around the community. With its warm and welcoming environment, residents are guaranteed to keep their peace of mind and thrive in retirement.

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Overview of Brookdale at Home Denver North Boulder

An exceptional senior living community based on 30th Street, Boulder, CO, Brookdale at Home Denver offers companion care, personal care, and respite care. With a kind, compassionate, and responsible team, the community ensures relaxation and safety. Taking a step towards asking for assistance and trusting others, seniors ease their minds and keep their worries at bay with a lending hand from Brookdale at Home Denver.

As a private in-home care provider, the community ensures the comfort of seniors within their doorsteps. Providing care and support personalized to their needs and preferences, the community goes above and beyond in enhancing seniors’ quality of life. No qualifications are needed and individuals who are in need of support are welcome to reach out to Brookdale Home Denver.

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Overview of Azteca Apartments

Make the most of your golden years at Azteca Apartments, a blissful retreat in Pueblo, CO, offering independent living. Residents can rest their worries with affordable and well-thought-out accommodations, dedicated to their comfort and safety. The community also provides round-the-clock maintenance, so residents can enjoy hassle-free living.

Residents have easy access to a variety of delightful restaurants and serene recreation sites for leisure and wellness. The community also strives to ease financial burdens with income-based rents and free utilities. With scenic views and a welcoming environment, residents experience a blissful retirement.

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Overview of Paramount Garden Apartments

Paramount Garden Apartments is an idyllic retreat nestled near the lush green spaces of Paramount Park in Lakewood, CO, offering independent living. Those 55+ can rest assured of finding the right accommodation based on their preferences with the community’s beautifully furnished and spacious one- and two-bedroom floor plans. 24-hour emergency maintenance and laundry spaces are available, so residents can experience a worry-free lifestyle.

With cozy communal spaces like the clubhouse and fitness center, residents are encouraged to interact with their surroundings and live actively. The community features a picnic area for residents to enjoy moments with friends over delightful meals. Pets are also welcome to accompany residents to ease their loneliness. Residents are guaranteed the highest quality of life in retirement with the community’s dedicated services and top-rated amenities.

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Overview of The Village at Arvada

Spend your best years at The Village at Arvada, an astounding 62+ community that offers independent living. Residents can find the accommodation that best matches their preferences with purposely built and spacious one- and two-bedroom floor plans. The community also promotes a vibrant and friendly environment, so residents can feel at ease during their stay.

Residents are encouraged to live actively and make new friends with a carefully curated calendar of exciting events and enriching programs that highlight their interests and capabilities. The community’s proximity to delightful restaurants and convenient local amenities also provides residents with plenty of dining options that cater to their dietary needs and preferences. Amenities include a fitness center, a courtyard, a game room, a clubhouse, and a salon, creating the ideal setting for the finest retirement experience.

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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 The Suites at Someren Glen

Enjoy the best of your golden years at The Suites at Someren Glen, a distinct community in Centennial, CO, offering independent living, rehabilitation, and skilled nursing. Residents receive top-notch care tailored to their unique needs from a compassionate and well-trained team available around the clock. Purposely built and spacious accommodations are also available in a nurturing and welcoming environment, ensuring residents can feel a sense of belonging during their stay.

Here, residents will not feel lonely with a thoughtfully curated calendar of exciting events and engaging programs conducted to keep them active and socially connected. Healthy and delicious meals are served to satisfy residents’ dietary needs and preferences. The community’s comprehensive care and extensive amenities.

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Overview of Arbor View Senior Living

Arbor View Senior Living, established in 1964, provides an ideal haven for seniors seeking a secure and vibrant lifestyle. Located near downtown Arvada, it offers the perfect blend of convenience and tranquility. Seniors aged 55 and above find a safe and nurturing environment here, where their wellness goals, encompassing mind, body, and spirit, are deeply valued.

The community stands out for its personalized approach to care. With services ranging from independent living to specialized care, they cater to individual needs and passions, rejecting any one-size-fits-all solutions. This personalized touch ensures that residents and their families experience an elevated standard of living. Moreover, its property boasts well-kept grounds, picturesque surroundings, courtyards, and walking paths, providing ample opportunities for socialization and relaxation.

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Overview of Columbine Patio Homes

Located on Torino Circle, Columbine Patio Homes is a retirement community in Fort Collins, Colorado, that provides independent living services to adults 55+. The community also features private apartments in a single-story setting, focusing on older adults’ comfort and privacy. Housekeeping, beauty services, and transportation are also provided for residents’ convenience. Small animal companions are also welcome to accompany residents, as the community promotes a pet-friendly environment.

Social programs, recreational activities, and exercise programs promote holistic wellness and encourage residents to socialize. Its surrounding area also earned a walkability score of 71, making it very walkable and allowing residents to reach most amenities and services on foot. Columbine Patio Homes also provides a variety of floor plans to meet older adults’ preferences.

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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 225 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.