Best Independent Living in Germantown, WI

Why trust this guide? Our editorial team analyzed 3 independent living communities in Germantown, WI using WI Dept. of Health Services (DHS) data, inspection records, complaints, amenities, and facility-level details. How we rank independent living in WI
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Info below is compiled from the WI Dept. of Health Services (DHS), senior community websites & trusted data sources such as Walk Score & BBB.

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

Care Types in This Table AL (Assisted Living): Housing with help for daily activities like bathing, dressing, and medication, without 24-hour skilled nursing. NH (Nursing Home): 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. MC (Memory Care): Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. IL (Independent Living): Community living with dining, activities, and transportation for active seniors who need little personal care.
City and state of the facility. Used for mapping and state-average comparisons.
Licensed bed capacity (maximum allowed). Not the same as how many beds are currently filled.
A 0–100 score of a facility's regulatory inspection record, shown as a letter and compared with other facilities of the same kind in the same state. This is a proprietary Assisted Living Magazine grade. It is not a government rating. A dash means we have no inspection data for that facility.
Indicates whether residents are allowed to have pets in the facility.
Third-party neighborhood walkability score (0–100). Convenience/context metric, not a healthcare quality measure.
Description of bed or unit types offered (e.g. assisted living, memory care), as reported in state or facility disclosures.
Number of years the company has been in operation.
Reported or derived occupancy for the facility—typically how fully licensed capacity is utilized. Compare across peers in the same market.
Better Business Bureau grade for the operating company. Reflects complaint handling and business practices, not clinical care quality.
A named contact for the facility. Hover the name to see their role — Administrator (state administrator of record or facility-provided administrator), Nursing Director, Medical Director, or Staff. The most authoritative available is shown.
Name of the licensed owner, operator, or managing entity as filed with the state. Useful for grouping facilities under the same organization.
Count of regulatory inspections in the reporting window. Higher volume can reflect more oversight visits, complaint-driven surveys, or routine licensure cycles.
Number of inspections triggered by complaints or allegations. Useful for spotting facilities that receive frequent complaint-driven scrutiny.
Total count of deficiencies (cited regulatory issues) recorded in the selected reporting period. Read alongside inspection counts for context.
The average number of deficiencies this facility receives each time it's inspected, calculated as total deficiencies ÷ total inspections. A lower number suggests more consistent compliance with safety and care standards.
Fairway Knoll
IL
AL
MC
Germantown (Village Of Germantown)
22
Facility 22
WI AVG 58
Rank #140 / 159
B+Yes
27
Facility 27
WI AVG 44
Rank #131 / 193
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
6
Facility 6
WI AVG 14
Rank #82 / 127
90.9%
Facility 90.9%
WI AVG 75.9%
Rank #33 / 131
A+Karri ShillPhw Germantown Inc D/B/A Fairway Knoll4
3
Facility 3
WI AVG 4
Rank #58 / 110
4
Facility 4
WI AVG 7
Rank #71 / 110
1.0
Facility 1.0
WI AVG 1.8
Rank #66 / 110
Germantown Home
IL
AL
MC
NH
Germantown (Village Of Germantown)
7
Facility 7
WI AVG 58
Rank #159 / 159
?Yes
10
Facility 10
WI AVG 44
Rank #169 / 193
-
17
Facility 17
WI AVG 14
Rank #43 / 127
100.0%
Facility 100.0%
WI AVG 75.9%
Rank #1 / 131
-Grant MunkwitzGuaranteed Quality Living Of Wi LLC1
0
Facility 0
WI AVG 4
Rank #1 / 110
2
Facility 2
WI AVG 7
Rank #48 / 110
2.0
Facility 2.0
WI AVG 1.8
Rank #89 / 110
The Gables of Germantown
IL
AL
MC
Germantown (Village Of Germantown)
--Yes
32
Facility 32
WI AVG 44
Rank #123 / 193
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed---------

Rank badges are statewide and care-type specific: each independent living community is ranked against every other WI independent living community we track that reports that metric, not just the 3 analyzed for Germantown. See how we rank facilities

Fairway Knoll

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

Fairway Knoll operates in Germantown, WI, with assisted living, memory care, and independent living. In the assisted living section, a resident maintains an apartment and relies on staff for assistance with dressing, bathing, and medication. Independent living is private, near community services, and does not include daily assistance. A resident at risk of wandering goes to memory care, which is supervised and secured.

Three tiers in one location accommodate evolving needs without relocating to a different community. With twenty-two beds, Fairway Knoll is a smaller home, where staff and residents come to know each other.

Floor plans range from a studio to a two-bedroom, with a one-bedroom in the middle, with the two-bedroom suitable for a couple or a resident seeking a companion. Costs begin at $2,310 per month, serving as a reference point when considering choices.

Respite organizes a brief stay that accounts for the period the regular caregiver needs to travel or recuperate. Short-term rehabilitation is also temporary and focuses on recovery. On-site exercise classes run, and the activities include painting and crafts, playing cards, happy hours, and worship services.

Karri Shill is the administrator, and residents are allowed to have pets.

Starting Price $2,310/Month Info Pricing updated on October 7th, 2026

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Germantown Home

W164N10502 Timberline Ct, Germantown, WI 53022
Overview of Germantown Home

Germantown Home in Germantown, Wisconsin, provides nursing home, assisted living, independent living, and memory care. Nursing home care includes licensed nursing care on site around the clock, while assisted living helps with daily tasks such as bathing, dressing, and medication while allowing a resident to maintain a private living space.

Independent living offers private living with community services and no daily care. Memory care provides a secured setting with supervision for someone at risk of wandering.

With seven beds, the home is a smaller community where staff and residents can get to know each other. It may suit someone who prefers that kind of setting. Monthly rates range from $5,629 to $6,212, giving families a defined range for planning the recurring cost of care.

Pets are allowed, so a resident may continue living with a pet. Memory care activities are tailored to groups based on degree of memory loss, and the home uses non-pharmacologic approaches to manage dementia-related behavior problems.

Individualized care plans organize support around each resident’s needs. Rehabilitation services include occupational therapy and recreational therapy. Grant Munkwitz serves as administrator, and Guaranteed Quality Living of WI operates the community.

Price range $5,629 - $6,212/Month Info Pricing updated on December 9th, 2025

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Overview of The Gables of Germantown

Part of the Capri senior living group, The Gables of Germantown is a senior living community in the Village of Germantown, Wisconsin. The community offers assisted living, independent living, and memory care. Residents receive additional support without moving to another campus if their needs change. Froedtert Menomonee Falls Hospital is about 3.69 miles away, giving residents and families convenient access to nearby medical care.

Residents can choose from studio, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom apartments, providing several options to suit different space needs and budgets. Memory care is offered within the same community, making the transition to a higher level of support more familiar if it becomes necessary.

An outdoor courtyard, restaurant-style dining room, grand lounge areas, library, chapel, and well-lit recreation spaces are all available here. There’s a heated underground parking area, which can be useful during Wisconsin winters for residents, staff, and visiting family.

The community also welcomes pets. Residents can keep a companion animal after moving in. Transportation services, fitness programs, and recreation activities help residents stay active and connected. The neighborhood has a Walk Score of 32, which is somewhat walkable. A few nearby shops and services can be reached on foot, but most errands and outings require a car or the community’s transportation service.

$5,410/Month Info Pricing updated on October 12th, 2026

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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 3 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.

Independent Living in Germantown at a glance

Avg Walk Score: 23/ 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: 15The average licensed bed capacity across facilities in Germantown, WI. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: 90