Compare Independent Living around Des Moines (Metro Area)
| Grand Living At Tower Place | IL AL MC | West Des Moines (South 51St Street) | 76
Facility
76
IA AVG
71
Rank
#125 / 407 | Yes |
63
Facility
63
IA AVG
45
Rank
#134 / 528 | Studio / 1 bed / 2 bed | 5
Facility
5
IA AVG
19
Rank
#232 / 282 |
47.4%
Facility
47.4%
IA AVG
66.2%
Rank
#292 / 379 | 7 | 3
Facility
3
IA AVG
6.6
Rank
#93 / 348 | 1
Facility
1
IA AVG
0.8
Rank
#250 / 348 |
| Wesley Acres | IL ADC AL MC NH | Des Moines (Greenwood) | 80
Facility
80
IA AVG
71
Rank
#105 / 407 | No |
72
Facility
72
IA AVG
45
Rank
#89 / 528 | - | - |
91.3%
Facility
91.3%
IA AVG
66.2%
Rank
#53 / 379 | 21 | 8
Facility
8
IA AVG
6.6
Rank
#224 / 348 | 3
Facility
3
IA AVG
0.8
Rank
#298 / 348 |
| Valley View Village | IL AL HC MC NH RC | Des Moines (Fairmont Park) | 79
Facility
79
IA AVG
71
Rank
#117 / 407 | Yes |
38
Facility
38
IA AVG
45
Rank
#305 / 528 | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed | 54
Facility
54
IA AVG
19
Rank
#2 / 282 |
100.0%
Facility
100.0%
IA AVG
66.2%
Rank
#1 / 379 | 24 | 7
Facility
7
IA AVG
6.6
Rank
#205 / 348 | 2
Facility
2
IA AVG
0.8
Rank
#281 / 348 |
| Holland Farms | IL AL MC RC | Norwalk | 116
Facility
116
IA AVG
71
Rank
#45 / 407 | Yes |
38
Facility
38
IA AVG
45
Rank
#305 / 528 | Private Rooms / Semi-Private Rooms | 5
Facility
5
IA AVG
19
Rank
#232 / 282 |
38.8%
Facility
38.8%
IA AVG
66.2%
Rank
#346 / 379 | 7 | 3
Facility
3
IA AVG
6.6
Rank
#93 / 348 | 0
Facility
0
IA AVG
0.8
Rank
#1 / 348 |
| Edencrest at Pleasant Hill | IL AL MC | Pleasant Hill | 140
Facility
140
IA AVG
71
Rank
#23 / 407 | Yes |
2
Facility
2
IA AVG
45
Rank
#500 / 528 | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed | 2
Facility
2
IA AVG
19
Rank
#257 / 282 |
21.4%
Facility
21.4%
IA AVG
66.2%
Rank
#377 / 379 | 2 | 1
Facility
1
IA AVG
6.6
Rank
#31 / 348 | 0
Facility
0
IA AVG
0.8
Rank
#1 / 348 |
| Edencrest at The Legacy | IL AL MC RC | Norwalk | 80
Facility
80
IA AVG
71
Rank
#105 / 407 | Yes |
29
Facility
29
IA AVG
45
Rank
#372 / 528 | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed | 8
Facility
8
IA AVG
19
Rank
#202 / 282 |
35.0%
Facility
35.0%
IA AVG
66.2%
Rank
#357 / 379 | 8 | 5
Facility
5
IA AVG
6.6
Rank
#158 / 348 | 0
Facility
0
IA AVG
0.8
Rank
#1 / 348 |
| Edencrest at Beaverdale | IL AL MC RC | Des Moines (Beaverdale) | 160
Facility
160
IA AVG
71
Rank
#16 / 407 | Yes |
76
Facility
76
IA AVG
45
Rank
#70 / 528 | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed | 8
Facility
8
IA AVG
19
Rank
#202 / 282 |
39.4%
Facility
39.4%
IA AVG
66.2%
Rank
#342 / 379 | 17 | 10
Facility
10
IA AVG
6.6
Rank
#264 / 348 | 1
Facility
1
IA AVG
0.8
Rank
#250 / 348 |
| Edencrest at The Tuscany | IL AL MC RC | Altoona | 40
Facility
40
IA AVG
71
Rank
#325 / 407 | Yes |
14
Facility
14
IA AVG
45
Rank
#444 / 528 | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed | 5
Facility
5
IA AVG
19
Rank
#232 / 282 |
92.5%
Facility
92.5%
IA AVG
66.2%
Rank
#44 / 379 | 7 | 4
Facility
4
IA AVG
6.6
Rank
#131 / 348 | 0
Facility
0
IA AVG
0.8
Rank
#1 / 348 |
| Life Center | IL AL MC NH | Des Moines (Waveland Park) | 72
Facility
72
IA AVG
71
Rank
#143 / 407 | No |
51
Facility
51
IA AVG
45
Rank
#213 / 528 | - | - |
70.5%
Facility
70.5%
IA AVG
66.2%
Rank
#177 / 379 | - | - | - |
| Independence Village Of Des Moines (Beaverdale Estates) | IL AL | Des Moines (Beaverdale) | - | Yes |
62
Facility
62
IA AVG
45
Rank
#140 / 528 | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed | 2
Facility
2
IA AVG
19
Rank
#257 / 282 | - | - | - | - |
| Fort Des Moines Senior Housing | IL | Des Moines (Fort Des Moines) | - | No |
60
Facility
60
IA AVG
45
Rank
#152 / 528 | 1 Bed | - | - | - | - | - |
| Edencrest at Riverwoods | IL AL MC RC | Des Moines (Woodside Park) | 80
Facility
80
IA AVG
71
Rank
#105 / 407 | Yes |
35
Facility
35
IA AVG
45
Rank
#332 / 528 | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed | 12
Facility
12
IA AVG
19
Rank
#179 / 282 |
40.0%
Facility
40.0%
IA AVG
66.2%
Rank
#337 / 379 | 19 | 9
Facility
9
IA AVG
6.6
Rank
#247 / 348 | 4
Facility
4
IA AVG
0.8
Rank
#320 / 348 |
| Independence Village of Pella | IL AL MC | Pella | 14
Facility
14
IA AVG
71
Rank
#405 / 407 | Yes |
21
Facility
21
IA AVG
45
Rank
#415 / 528 | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed | 23
Facility
23
IA AVG
19
Rank
#107 / 282 |
35.7%
Facility
35.7%
IA AVG
66.2%
Rank
#354 / 379 | 23 | 8
Facility
8
IA AVG
6.6
Rank
#224 / 348 | 7
Facility
7
IA AVG
0.8
Rank
#343 / 348 |
| 3801 Grand | IL AL MC | Des Moines (East Village) | 106
Facility
106
IA AVG
71
Rank
#60 / 407 | No |
91
Facility
91
IA AVG
45
Rank
#2 / 528 | - | 28
Facility
28
IA AVG
19
Rank
#55 / 282 |
40.6%
Facility
40.6%
IA AVG
66.2%
Rank
#335 / 379 | 18 | 9
Facility
9
IA AVG
6.6
Rank
#247 / 348 | 0
Facility
0
IA AVG
0.8
Rank
#1 / 348 |
| Scottish Rite Park Health Care Center | IL AL HC MC RC NH | Des Moines (East Village) | 51
Facility
51
IA AVG
71
Rank
#256 / 407 | No |
91
Facility
91
IA AVG
45
Rank
#2 / 528 | - | - |
60.8%
Facility
60.8%
IA AVG
66.2%
Rank
#220 / 379 | 17 | 6
Facility
6
IA AVG
6.6
Rank
#187 / 348 | 0
Facility
0
IA AVG
0.8
Rank
#1 / 348 |
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Residents can rest easy knowing that they are placed first with the list of services and amenities provided for them: ADLs, transportation, library, and private dining rooms. Skilled nursing and personalized care are also offered to the residents.
Ranking Methodology
How we rank these independent living communities
Every community above is evaluated across six weighted categories using public data including state inspection records, review platforms, BBB profiles, and operator-published materials.
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 Des Moines, IA
What is the average cost of independent living in Des Moines, IA?
The average monthly cost of independent living in Des Moines, IA is approximately $1,879. Actual rates vary by community, level of care, and floorplan.
What is the price range for independent living in Des Moines, IA?
Independent living in Des Moines, IA typically ranges from $511 - $4,741 per month, depending on the community, room type, and care needs.
How many licensed independent living communities are there in Des Moines, IA?
According to state licensing records, there are approximately 63 licensed independent living communities in Des Moines, IA.
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 21 independent living communities in Des Moines, IA. Use the filters and comparison tools above to compare ratings, amenities, and pricing.
How do I choose the right independent living community in Des Moines, IA?
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 Des Moines, IA, 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 Des Moines, IA?
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.
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