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Best Independent Living in Germantown, WI

Why trust this guide? Our editorial team analyzed 2 independent living communities in Germantown, WI using Wisconsin Department of Health Services (DHS) data, inspection records, complaints, amenities, and facility-level details. How we rank independent living in WI
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Avg Walk Score: 30/ 100The average Walk Score across facilities in Germantown, WI. 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: 22The average licensed bed capacity across facilities in Germantown, WI. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: 90

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Fairway Knoll
IL
AL
MC
Germantown (Village Of Germantown)
22
Facility 22
WI AVG 61
Rank #442 / 496
Yes
27
Facility 27
WI AVG 42
Rank #399 / 580
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
6
Facility 6
WI AVG 12
Rank #202 / 334
90.9%
Facility 90.9%
WI AVG 74.3%
Rank #82 / 406
APhw Germantown Inc D/B/A Fairway KnollKarri Shill4
3
Facility 3
WI AVG 3.8
Rank #143 / 312
4
Facility 4
WI AVG 12
Rank #149 / 312
1.0
Facility 1.0
WI AVG 2.0
Rank #143 / 312
The Gables of Germantown
IL
AL
MC
Germantown (Village Of Germantown)
-Yes
32
Facility 32
WI AVG 42
Rank #366 / 580
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed---------
Caring For You Supportive Living LLC
AL
Germantown
43Caring For You Supportive Living LLC
Gentle Hands Family Care LLC
AL
Germantown
32Gentle Hands Family Care LLC
Horizon Manor INC
AL
NH
Germantown
47Horizon Manor Inc
Lovable Beyond Words
AL
Germantown
31Lovable Beyond Words
Matterhaus
AL
NH
Germantown
268Chiara Communities Inc
Rem Wisconsin II Germantown
RC
Germantown
426Rem Wisconsin Inc

Fairway Knoll

N112W17500 Mequon Rd, Germantown, WI 53022
Overview of Fairway Knoll

Fairway Knoll is a community that genuinely understands the aging process and is dedicated to providing its residents with the highest care. Offering independent living, assisted living, and memory care options, the community’s specially trained staff is committed to helping seniors achieve maximum independence with ability-centered programming promoting individuality.

As a Presbyterian senior living home, Fairway Knoll ensures comfort and flexibility as the focus of all its community features. Residents can immerse themselves in their exclusive LiveWell programs such as DOVE™ Memory Care Program, Liberty Personally Designed Living™, Wings® Wellness Program, Spiritual Care, and specialized therapy programs.

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Overview of The Gables of Germantown

The Gables of Germantown provides a comfortable community in their independent living, assisted living, and memory care community. The luxurious retirement home creates a lifestyle that aims to provide an enjoyable lifestyle that cultivates individuality and growth. They hope residents discover many possibilities where anything can happen at the premier residence in the city.

As a Capri senior living community, residential living at The Gables offers specific care plans for each unique individual but with the same purpose of ensuring comfort and stability. Amenities and services extend to all living options, such as an outdoor courtyard, dining in the restaurant-style dining room, grand lounge areas, well-lit recreational areas, a library, a chapel, and heated underground parking.

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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 Germantown, WI

What is the average cost of independent living in Germantown, WI?

The average monthly cost of independent living in Germantown, WI is approximately $2,117. Actual rates vary by community, level of care, and floorplan.

What is the price range for independent living in Germantown, WI?

Independent living in Germantown, WI typically ranges from $501 - $5,362 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 2 independent living communities in Germantown, WI. Use the filters and comparison tools above to compare ratings, amenities, and pricing.

How do I choose the right independent living community in Germantown, WI?

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 Germantown, WI, 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 Germantown, WI?

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.