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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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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 The Lodge at Greeley

The Lodge at Greeley offers a diverse range of living options, including independent living, assisted living, memory care, and respite care, nestled in the lively community of Greeley, Colorado. What makes this residence stand out is its impeccable design and commitment to residents’ privacy and security, ensuring they can embrace each day with tranquility. The community exudes a modern and stylish ambiance, providing a welcoming environment for seniors. Pets are warmly welcomed, and residents can indulge in a variety of amenities, from a beauty salon to social and leisure activities.

The home also goes above and beyond by offering tailored care programs, including memory care for those in need, as well as respite care tailored for individuals recovering from surgery or other health challenges. Their floor plans, ranging from studios to one-bedroom layouts, cater to diverse needs, allowing seniors to find their perfect fit. With personalized medical management, health maintenance programs, and convenient local transportation, residents can enjoy a vibrant, engaged, and connected lifestyle in this assisted senior living community.

Contact The Lodge at Greeley

Overview of VI at Highlands Ranch

Residing on the peaceful lands of Classic Drive, Highlands Ranch, CO, VI at Highlands Ranch is a trusted senior living community that offers assisted living, independent living, memory care, and skilled nursing. Spend a relaxing time within the beautiful and homey accommodations of VI at Highlands Ranch in variations of one-bedroom and two-bedroom floor plans. The community boasts a team of compassionate and well-trained professionals delivering top-tier care and support for seniors to optimize their independence and enjoy their golden years without worries.

Meet new friends and participate in a wide selection of enjoyable activities and engaging programs conducted for leisure and wellness. Eat well and feel good with healthy and tasty meals catering to dietary needs and preferences. Embraced by lush nature and scenic views, VI at Highlands Ranch is a haven for seniors to spend a wondrous retirement doing what they love.

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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 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 Broadview Apartments

Experience the best of your independence at Broadview Apartments, a distinct 62+ community in Greeley, CO, offering independent living. The community features affordable and purposely built accommodations, ensuring residents can downsize without hassles. Residents also enjoy a convenient lifestyle with on-site laundry rooms and maintenance services.

With recreation sites and delightful local amenities nearby, residents gain easy access to a variety of entertainment and wellness opportunities. The community also provides meal services twice a week for residents’ convenience. Residents thrive in their golden years amidst the community’s stress-free and welcoming setting.

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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.

Contact The Courtyard At Lakewood | Sky Active Living

Reflections

321 E. Troutman Parkway, Fort Collins, CO 80525
Overview of Reflections

Make the most of your independence at Reflections, a distinct 55+ community in Fort Collins, CO, offering independent living. This 72-unit complex ensures residents are comfortable and safe, with its beautifully designed and cozy accommodations. Residents are also welcome to bring at most two pets to keep them company, ensuring they feel at ease during their stay.

With recreation sites and thriving local amenities nearby, residents have quick access to leisure and wellness opportunities. The community’s convenient features also allow residents to live conveniently. Residents make the most of their golden years, especially with its state-of-the-art amenities and friendly setting.

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Overview of MorningStar Senior Living at Holly Park

A proud MorningStar Senior Living Group member, MorningStar at Holly Park provides exceptional senior independent living, assisted living, and memory care services tailored to each individual’s needs. The community prides itself on providing the best accommodations, striving to be Centennial’s top-ranked assisted living community. An elegant community that is built on its contemporary design and styling, allowing for a more luxurious environment while providing resort-like service. Residents of MorningStar at Holly Park can rest assured that they can feel like they’re a home away from home.

The community boasts elegant designs and upscale amenities such as its dining room, brightly-lit lounge areas, spacious apartments, courtyard, and arts and crafts studio. MorningStar promotes a stress-free lifestyle for their residents, providing essential services– housekeeping, social and recreational events, and transportation events. Management encourages residents to participate in activities and maximize the amenities to socialize and promote a warm and welcoming environment.

Contact MorningStar Senior Living at Holly Park

The Gardens at ViewPointe

555 S Rockrimmon Blvd, Colorado Springs, CO 80919
Overview of The Gardens at ViewPointe

Nestled in El Paso County, Colorado Springs, CO, The Gardens at ViewPointe is a compassionate senior living community that offers independent living, assisted living, and memory care services. Residents can comfortably relax knowing their needs are met by a dedicated care team available 24/7, complemented with a licensed nurse supervision and 24-hour emergency call systems for added security and safety. The community provides residents with various care services, including personal care assistance, medication management, regular health assessments, and monitoring for chronic conditions.

Each day is an opportunity to make new connections, learn new things, and continue past passions with a broad range of exciting activities and community amenities designed to foster meaningful engagement, leisure, and relaxation. Residents have plenty of time to focus on their well-being with maintenance, housekeeping, laundry, and transportation services provided. Here, residents are guaranteed to flourish and thrive with comprehensive care services and a nurturing environment.

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Overview of Brookdale Meridian Englewood

A 45-bed mid-rise community on South Corona Street in Englewood, Colorado, is Brookdale Meridian Englewood, well-positioned for walkability with a Walk Score of 75. It offers one- and two-bedroom accommodations and has been operating for 35 years. The community, at $4,370 monthly, caters to those seeking rehabilitation services, short-term rehab stays, and respite care, with licensed nurses and nursing assistants supplying 24-hour staffing support.

The community centers daily life around its extensive amenities and programming. A fitness center and gym, a library and salon with barber services, and a wellness spa are accessible to residents. The multi-building campus includes dining options spanning from a formal dining room to a restaurant, bistro, and café, along with outdoor spaces including a courtyard, gardens, patio, and walking paths. More features are recreational options like a putting green and billiards. Dining at Brookdale Meridian spotlights healthy, scrumptious choices and actively incorporates resident feedback into menu planning. Arts and crafts, gardening, and social events mirroring the community’s interests are among the daily activities. Practical support includes transportation, concierge services, housekeeping, laundry, and Wi-Fi throughout the building. These help residents and families stay connected and easily manage daily needs.

Brookdale Meridian Englewood offers an extensive range of health services alongside the type of dining, recreation, and personal services that support life quality. These fit residents considering rehab or extended care with attention to lifestyle amenities and a walkable location near shopping and services.

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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.