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Why trust this guide? Our editorial team analyzed 232 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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232 homes
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Avg Walk Score: 53/ 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

Info below is compiled from the CO Dept. of Public Health & Environment (CDPHE), senior community websites & trusted data sources such as Walk Score & BBB.

Communities are listed from highest to lowest based on our ranking methodology.

Clermont Park
IL
ADC
AL
MC
NH
SNF
Denver (University Hills)
40
Facility 40
CO AVG 76
Rank #380 / 526
No
66
Facility 66
CO AVG 53
Rank #283 / 848
Studio / 1 Bed / Semi-Private Rooms-Teresa NealChristian Living NeighborhoodsPrivate pay
Grace Pointe Senior Care Community
IL
NH
AL
MC
Greeley (Cedarwoods)
53
Facility 53
CO AVG 76
Rank #348 / 526
Yes
35
Facility 35
CO AVG 53
Rank #625 / 848
Studio / 1 BedA+Rebeaka Varghese--
Hover Senior Living Community
IL
AL
NH
SNF
Longmont
25
Facility 25
CO AVG 76
Rank #418 / 526
No
46
Facility 46
CO AVG 53
Rank #524 / 848
1 Bed-Shannon Buxmann--
Holly Creek
IL
AL
MC
NH
SNF
Centennial (East Peakview Avenue)
25
Facility 25
CO AVG 76
Rank #418 / 526
Yes
39
Facility 39
CO AVG 53
Rank #584 / 848
1 Bed / 2 Bed / 3 Bed----
Springbrooke Retirement
IL
AL
MC
RC
Denver (East)
151
Facility 151
CO AVG 76
Rank #39 / 526
Yes
84
Facility 84
CO AVG 53
Rank #68 / 848
1 Bed / 2 BedA+Fanny RouseSpringfield Group LLCPrivate pay
Continuing Care at Wind Crest
IL
AL
MC
NH
Highlands Ranch (Westridge)
44
Facility 44
CO AVG 76
Rank #375 / 526
Yes
31
Facility 31
CO AVG 53
Rank #671 / 848
--Kelsey J FiccaWind Crest, Inc-
Frasier Retirement Community
IL
AL
NH
SNF
Boulder (Frasier Meadows)
54
Facility 54
CO AVG 76
Rank #338 / 526
Yes
65
Facility 65
CO AVG 53
Rank #300 / 848
1 Bed / 2 BedA+---
Harvard Square by Cogir
IL
AL
MC
Denver (Southeast)
155
Facility 155
CO AVG 76
Rank #34 / 526
Yes
78
Facility 78
CO AVG 53
Rank #132 / 848
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 BedC+Phyllis DelaricheliereCref3 Harvard Square Lessee, LLCPrivate pay
Lakewood Reserve
IL
AL
MC
Lakewood (Belmar)
274
Facility 274
CO AVG 76
Rank #2 / 526
Yes
84
Facility 84
CO AVG 53
Rank #68 / 848
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed--Pierce Senior Care LLCPrivate pay
The Argyle
IL
AL
Denver (Northwest)
140
Facility 140
CO AVG 76
Rank #52 / 526
No
94
Facility 94
CO AVG 53
Rank #28 / 848
Studio / 1 Bed-Tom CarlsonThe Ladies Relief Society Of DenverPrivate pay
The Belleview Senior Living
IL
AL
MC
Englewood
178
Facility 178
CO AVG 76
Rank #20 / 526
Yes
81
Facility 81
CO AVG 53
Rank #98 / 848
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed-Shelby BulferHsre-Dial X Trs LLCPrivate pay
Balfour Riverfront Park
IL
AL
MC
Denver (Ballpark District)
100
Facility 100
CO AVG 76
Rank #158 / 526
Yes
91
Facility 91
CO AVG 53
Rank #34 / 848
1 Bed / 2 BedA+Kristen Curran-BrookhamWell Balfour Tenant LLCPrivate pay
The Pearl at Boulder Creek
IL
AL
MC
Boulder
135
Facility 135
CO AVG 76
Rank #56 / 526
Yes
79
Facility 79
CO AVG 53
Rank #122 / 848
1 Bed / 2 Bed-Kelly DwyerHsre-Dial Xi Trs, LLCPrivate pay
Village at Belmar
IL
AL
MC
Lakewood (Creighton)
115
Facility 115
CO AVG 76
Rank #97 / 526
Yes
73
Facility 73
CO AVG 53
Rank #180 / 848
2 BedA+Diego BarrantesBmsh I Lakewood Co LLCPrivate pay
Liberty Heights
IL
AL
MC
NH
RC
SNF
Colorado Springs (Northgate)
60
Facility 60
CO AVG 76
Rank #299 / 526
Yes
40
Facility 40
CO AVG 53
Rank #572 / 848
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed-Alina SolorzanoGa Hc Reit II Liberty Trs Sub LLCPrivate pay
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Overview of Mountain Vista Assisted Living & Memory Care

In a 2-story building with studio, one-bed, and two-bed floor plans, Mountain Vista Assisted Living & Memory Care is on West 49th Avenue in Wheat Ridge, Colorado, offers assisted living, memory care services, and short-term rehabilitation, anchored by 24-hour nursing staff. The setting sits in an average walkable neighborhood where some nearby services are reachable on foot, with most errands and appointments requiring a quick drive.

Registered nurses, nurse aides, and licensed practical nurses form the daily staffing and support residents’ care needs all day. Nursing care averages roughly 2 hours 23 minutes per resident day through nurse aides, with additional registered nursing and LPN support available as needed. This level of attentive staffing reflects the community’s focus on assisted living and short-term rehabilitation residents. Occupants eat three meals daily with variety, reflecting the community’s commitment to dining as part of daily life. Beyond the dining room, Mountain Vista Assisted Living & Memory Care offers a wellness program and wellness center, along with traditional community amenities like a spa, barber services, transportation, housekeeping, and laundry services. The courtyard and garden provide outdoor space, and private dining exists for events or individual preferences.

For people seeking assisted living or memory care with on-site rehabilitation services, the facility’s combination of daily staffing, physical space, and support amenities creates a practical residential setting. Families touring the home directly will gain a clear idea of the floor plans, the daily rhythm, and how the staffing and services fit their loved one’s needs.

Contact Mountain Vista Assisted Living & Memory Care

Overview of Sugar Valley Estates | Sky Active Living

Enjoy the best of your golden years at Sugar Valley Estates – Sky Active Living (Formerly Holiday Sugar Valley Estates), a blissful retreat in Loveland, CO, offering independent living. With beautifully furnished and spacious studio to two-bedroom floor plans, residents can ease their worries and enjoy the utmost comfort. The community also helps with housekeeping and other chores to ensure a hassle-free lifestyle.

Fun recreational activities and exciting events allow residents to live actively and make new friends. Delightful and well-balanced meals are also available to satisfy residents’ dietary needs and preferences. The community also provides salon and concierge services, allowing residents to live conveniently. Residents are guaranteed the highest quality of life with the community’s state-of-the-art amenities and friendly setting.

Contact Sugar Valley Estates | Sky Active Living

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.