Page 20 of Best Independent Living in Colorado

Why trust this guide? Our editorial team analyzed 234 independent living communities in 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: 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 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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V-Espirit

5240 S Shalom Park Cir, Aurora, CO 80015
Overview of V-Espirit

Experience the best of your independence at V-Esprit, a blissful 55+ community in Aurora, CO, offering independent living. Purposely built and spacious one- and two-bedroom floor plans are set in the community’s 14 acres of scenic and serene setting. Here, residents have maintenance-free living with the community helping with housekeeping and maintenance.

Fun programs and exciting events are conducted, encouraging residents to live actively and make new friends. Residents gain easy access to thriving local amenities, especially with transportation services. Amenities include a pool, a fitness center, an in-house theater, a gym, and a library, creating the perfect setting for residents’ recreation and wellness.

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Overview of Fox Run Apartments

Fox Run Apartments is an astounding community in Greeley, CO, offering independent living. The community has 23 wheelchair-accessible and well-maintained one- and two-bedroom floor plans, ensuring residents can find the best accommodation that matches their preferences. Residents can also keep their peace of mind with affordable and income-based rents.

With its proximity to leisure sites and local amenities, residents will not run out out of things to do for recreation and wellness. Pets are also welcome to accompany residents to brighten their moods. The community is great for those looking to downsize in retirement, especially with its warm and inviting environment.

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Overview of Academy Mapleton Hill

Beautifully nestled near Mount Sanitas Trailhead in Boulder, CO, the Academy Mapleton Hill is a blissful retreat that offers independent living. The community is committed to residents’ comfort and safety, beautifully furnished and cozy accommodations are available. Residents also enjoy maintenance-free living with the community helping with maintenance and repairs.

A thoughtfully curated calendar of exciting events and engaging programs is conducted, promoting an active and vibrant lifestyle. Delightful and healthy dining options are also served to satisfy residents’ dietary needs and preferences. Amenities include a theater, a library, a grand hall, a fitness center, and a pool, ideal for residents’ leisure and wellness.

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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

Located in the Horizon Place neighborhood of Grand Junction, Colorado, Solstice Senior Living at Mesa View is an independent living community surrounded by the area’s wine country. The community is close to St. Residents and visiting family have convenient access to nearby hospital care. Residents live independently in private apartments while enjoying shared dining, amenities, and social activities.

The two-story community offers studio, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom apartments ranging from about 400 to 890 square feet. It is about 2. 8 miles from downtown Grand Junction. The neighborhood has a Walk Score of 40, which is somewhat walkable. A few nearby shops and services can be reached on foot, but most errands and outings require a car.

Ty Sfat serves as Executive Director. Residents can join a regular calendar of activities, including a program created especially for veterans. Transportation services, fitness programs, and recreation activities are also available, so residents can stay active and get around town without needing to drive themselves.

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Overview of Brookdale Senior Living – El Camino

Brookdale Senior Living – El Camino is a highly recognized assisted living community in Pueblo, CO, that ensures a maintenance-free retirement. With its resort-style setting, the community provides older adults with a place to live their later years actively. Assistance with daily living activities, recreational activities, and home maintenance is also provided to enrich residents’ living experiences. Through a personalized approach to care, the community ensures residents are comfortable and well-cared for during their stay.

Movie nights, mind-stimulating games, and group fitness classes provide residents with various options for leisure and wellness. The community also features a community kitchen, an outdoor garden courtyard, and scenic walking paths, creating the ideal setting where residents can connect with peers and relax. Situated near a fire station, a park, and public transportation, residents are guaranteed easy access to their needs. As one of Brookdale Communities, this assisted living community is a trusted choice for retirement in Colorado.

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Overview of Village Crest Apartments

Village Crest Apartments is a distinguished community in Commerce City, CO, offering independent living. With beautifully furnished and cozy one- to three-bedroom floor plans, residents are guaranteed comfort and convenience. 24-hour emergency maintenance and a responsible management are available, ensuring residents experience hassle-free living.

Residents have fun and make new friends with cozy communal spaces and friendly setting. Pets are also welcome to accompany residents to ensure they won’t feel lonely. The community’s proximity to thriving local amenities and delightful restaurants ensure residents have easy access to their necessities and leisure. Amenities include a fitness center, a business center, a playground.

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Overview of Auburn Ridge Senior Apartments

Auburn Ridge Senior Apartments is an idyllic 55+ community in Castle Rock, CO, offering independent living. The community provides affordable and specially designed floor plans, ensuring residents can find the accommodation that best matches their preferences and budgets. On-site maintenance and other services are also available for residents’ convenience and safety.

With various recreation sites and serene spaces nearby, residents will not run out of things to do for leisure and wellness. Residents have a variety of dining options with the community’s proximity to delightful restaurants and fast food chains. The community is great for those looking to live comfortably in their golden years.

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Overview of Solana Lakewood

Solana Lakewood is a luxury, active adult condominium-style residential apartment complex just 30 minutes from Longmont. It boasts resort-style living in a modern apartment complex exclusively for adults and seniors. The retirement home encourages individuals to maintain independence while receiving exceptional care from compassionate staff. The vibrant atmosphere encourages its residents to feel more comfortable in grandeur surroundings, inspiring them to maintain an active lifestyle and fulfill a purposeful life.

Expect comfort, stability, and unparalleled supportive care at Solana Lakewood. Residential living is focused on creating a lifestyle that is blissful during retirement. Luxury accommodations exclusively found at the upscale apartment include a business center, a swimming pool, a game room, a bistro, an outdoor common area with BBQ, a dog park, a salon, and a grand room– among many other premier amenities offered.

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Overview of Golden West

Surrounded by convenient local amenities in Boulder, CO, Golden West is a welcoming 62+ community that offers independent living. Featuring purposely built and spacious studio and one-bedroom floor plans, the community ensures residents are comfortable and safe. Residents enjoy hassle-free living with the community’s maintenance services and convenient apartment features.

Residents are encouraged to live actively and make new friends with cozy communal and recreational spaces. Pets are also allowed to accompany residents to ease their loneliness. The community’s warm and nurturing environment creates the ideal setting for residents to make the most of their independence.

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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.

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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.

  • Includes
  • 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.

  • Includes
  • 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.

  • Includes
  • 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.

  • 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 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.