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Why trust this guide? Our editorial team analyzed 15 independent living communities in Evansville, IN using IN Dept. of Health (IDOH) data, inspection records, complaints, amenities, and facility-level details. How we rank independent living in IN
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Avg Walk Score: 32/ 100The average Walk Score across facilities in Evansville, IN. 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: 157The average licensed bed capacity across facilities in Evansville, IN. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: 90
Overview of Lakeside Manor Independent Living

Spend your best years at Lakeside Manor Independent Living, a distinguished 55+ community in Evansville, IN, offering independent living. The community features sophisticated and thoughtfully designed one- and two-bedroom floor plans, ensuring residents live comfortably during their stay. Residents have a worry-free lifestyle with maintenance services.

Thriving local amenities and leisure sites surround the area, providing residents with unending recreational and wellness opportunities. Residents can also interact with their surroundings in the community center. With a fully furnished kitchen in each unit, residents can prepare meals based on their dietary needs and preferences. The community’s vibrant and friendly setting makes it an ideal option for those looking to downsize in retirement.

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Overview of Leisure Living Lakeside

Leisure Living Lakeside sits at 1214 Lavender Ct in the Westside neighborhood of Evansville, Indiana, a car-dependent location with a Walk Score of 10 where a vehicle is a practical necessity for daily errands. The community is designed for adults 55 and older, with apartment-style living available in one- and two-bedroom layouts. Pets are permitted. Tours are offered on weekdays between 8:00 AM and 5:00 PM and are not available on weekends.

This is an independent living community. Residents live in private apartments with access to amenities, dining, and social activities, without medical or personal care assistance provided.

For independent seniors in Evansville’s Westside who want apartment-style living in a 55-plus community with pet-friendly policies and the practical flexibility of one- or two-bedroom floor plans, Leisure Living Lakeside is worth considering.

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Overview of Holiday Retirement Village

Holiday Retirement Village is at 1200 W Buena Vista Rd in Evansville, Indiana. It’s a single-story building, and the area is moderately walkable, with a Walk Score of 54. That means residents can handle a few errands on foot, like a quick trip to a nearby store, without needing a car every time.

One thing worth noting: this community runs three levels of care under one roof. Nursing home, assisted living, and independent living all operate at the same address. So if a resident’s needs change down the line, they don’t necessarily have to pack up and move somewhere new. They can shift levels of care and stay put.

Rehab services and respite care are both offered on-site. And staffing is 24 hours, full stop, so help doesn’t clock out at 5pm. Whether it’s early afternoon or the middle of the night, someone’s there.

Pets are allowed, too; a lot of people don’t want to give up a dog or cat just because they’re moving into a care setting, and here, they don’t have to. Beyond that, the community also covers transportation to appointments and has salon services on-site, which are small things, honestly, but they add up. Less for a family to coordinate from the outside.

Put simply, Holiday Retirement Village is one building handling a lot of ground: nursing, assisted living, and independent living, all at once. It’s built for continuity, for families who want the option to adjust care over time without switching addresses every time something changes.

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Overview of Richmond Park Independent Living

Experience the retirement of your dreams at Richmond Park Independent Living, an idyllic retreat in Evansville, IN, offering independent living. The community features a variety of sophisticated and specially designed two-bedroom floor plans, dedicated to residents’ comfort. With convenient apartment features, residents enjoy a hassle-free lifestyle.

Here, residents can celebrate little moments and milestones with fun events and engaging programs. Unique local amenities, grocery stores, and recreation sites also surround the area, providing residents with easy access to their needs and leisure. With its vibrant and welcoming setting, residents make the most of their golden years without worries.

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Solarborn

1501 Mcdowell Rd, Evansville, IN 47712
Overview of Solarborn

Nestling in the heart of Evansville. Solarborn offers independent living, assisted living, memory care, and rehabilitation services to its residents. The dynamic senior living community boasts their dignified and compassionate service that puts their residents in the highest regard; they have provided an exceptional senior living environment with a warm and welcoming atmosphere that makes residents feel at home. Solarborn strives in going above and beyond for its residents to thrive and succeed.
Solarborn lifestyle is centered on the comfort and stability of its residents, ensuring that all of them reach their full potential. Community features that help reach each residential goals involve a spectrum of adventure and activities; housekeeping, transportation, ADLs, and dining services are also included.

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Weighting overview

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    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
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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 Evansville, IN

What is the average cost of independent living in Evansville, IN?

The average monthly cost of independent living in Evansville, IN is approximately $1,852. Actual rates vary by community, level of care, and floorplan.

What is the price range for independent living in Evansville, IN?

Independent living in Evansville, IN typically ranges from $602 - $4,521 per month, depending on the community, room type, and care needs.

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 15 independent living communities in Evansville, IN. Use the filters and comparison tools above to compare ratings, amenities, and pricing.

How do I choose the right independent living community in Evansville, IN?

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 Evansville, IN, 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 Evansville, IN?

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.