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Best Independent Living in Idaho

Why trust this guide? Our editorial team analyzed 75 independent living communities in Idaho using Idaho Department of Health and Welfare (DHW) data, inspection records, complaints, amenities, and facility-level details. How we rank independent living in ID
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Jun 2026
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75 homes
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Avg Walk Score: 40/ 100The average Walk Score across facilities in Idaho. 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: 69The average licensed bed capacity across facilities in Idaho. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: 90

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Paramount Parks at Eagle
IL
AL
MC
Eagle (North Eagle Road)
82
Facility 82
ID AVG 69
Rank #41 / 114
Yes
26
Facility 26
ID AVG 40
Rank #130 / 197
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
18
Facility 18
ID AVG 16
Rank #49 / 117
-Saravia TirsaParamount Parks Health Care At Eagle, LLC5
2
Facility 2
ID AVG 1.1
Rank #69 / 92
1
Facility 1
ID AVG 1.6
Rank #14 / 69
4
Facility 4
ID AVG 3.9
Rank #43 / 92
26
Facility 26
ID AVG 24
Rank #55 / 92
5.2
Facility 5.2
ID AVG 6.0
Rank #53 / 92
Orchard Ridge Senior Living
IL
AL
MC
Coeur D'alene
69
Facility 69
ID AVG 69
Rank #55 / 114
Yes
56
Facility 56
ID AVG 40
Rank #49 / 197
Studio / 1 Bed
20
Facility 20
ID AVG 16
Rank #41 / 117
-Pettit TiffanyCoeur D\'Alene Homes Phase II, Inc3
0
Facility 0
ID AVG 1.1
Rank #1 / 92
1
Facility 1
ID AVG 1.6
Rank #14 / 69
2
Facility 2
ID AVG 3.9
Rank #17 / 92
13
Facility 13
ID AVG 24
Rank #32 / 92
4.3
Facility 4.3
ID AVG 6.0
Rank #44 / 92
MorningStar Senior Living of Boise
IL
AL
MC
Boise (West Boise)
85
Facility 85
ID AVG 69
Rank #38 / 114
Yes
9
Facility 9
ID AVG 40
Rank #178 / 197
Suite
12
Facility 12
ID AVG 16
Rank #62 / 117
A+Dr. Iesel JillChp Boise Id Tenant Corporation5
2
Facility 2
ID AVG 1.1
Rank #69 / 92
1
Facility 1
ID AVG 1.6
Rank #14 / 69
5
Facility 5
ID AVG 3.9
Rank #58 / 92
0
Facility 0
ID AVG 24
Rank #1 / 92
0.0
Facility 0.0
ID AVG 6.0
Rank #1 / 92
Dalton Senior Living
IL
AL
MC
RC
Coeur D'alene
72
Facility 72
ID AVG 69
Rank #52 / 114
No
24
Facility 24
ID AVG 40
Rank #137 / 197
Studio
22
Facility 22
ID AVG 16
Rank #28 / 117
B-Robb VaunyDalton Senior Living4
1
Facility 1
ID AVG 1.1
Rank #40 / 92
2
Facility 2
ID AVG 1.6
Rank #37 / 69
4
Facility 4
ID AVG 3.9
Rank #43 / 92
31
Facility 31
ID AVG 24
Rank #60 / 92
7.8
Facility 7.8
ID AVG 6.0
Rank #74 / 92
Edgewood Spring Creek Eagle Island
IL
AL
MC
Eagle
81
Facility 81
ID AVG 69
Rank #42 / 114
Yes
26
Facility 26
ID AVG 40
Rank #130 / 197
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
11
Facility 11
ID AVG 16
Rank #67 / 117
-Cushing RobertLsref Golden Ops 14 (Wy) LLC9
4
Facility 4
ID AVG 1.1
Rank #87 / 92
2
Facility 2
ID AVG 1.6
Rank #37 / 69
8
Facility 8
ID AVG 3.9
Rank #88 / 92
39
Facility 39
ID AVG 24
Rank #70 / 92
4.3
Facility 4.3
ID AVG 6.0
Rank #44 / 92
Grace Assisted Living – Grace Boise Englefield
IL
AL
HC
MC
Boise (Boise Bench)
92
Facility 92
ID AVG 69
Rank #35 / 114
Yes
21
Facility 21
ID AVG 40
Rank #148 / 197
Studio / 1 bed / 2 bed
27
Facility 27
ID AVG 16
Rank #15 / 117
A+Bahr EricaGrace At Englefield Green, LLC7
4
Facility 4
ID AVG 1.1
Rank #87 / 92
1
Facility 1
ID AVG 1.6
Rank #14 / 69
3
Facility 3
ID AVG 3.9
Rank #27 / 92
14
Facility 14
ID AVG 24
Rank #35 / 92
2.0
Facility 2.0
ID AVG 6.0
Rank #17 / 92
Truewood by Merrill, Boise
IL
AL
MC
Boise (West Boise)
124
Facility 124
ID AVG 69
Rank #8 / 114
Yes
40
Facility 40
ID AVG 40
Rank #98 / 197
Cottage / Studio / Suite / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
13
Facility 13
ID AVG 16
Rank #59 / 117
-Redwine SummerThe Merrill Group, Inc8
4
Facility 4
ID AVG 1.1
Rank #87 / 92
1
Facility 1
ID AVG 1.6
Rank #14 / 69
7
Facility 7
ID AVG 3.9
Rank #81 / 92
59
Facility 59
ID AVG 24
Rank #87 / 92
7.4
Facility 7.4
ID AVG 6.0
Rank #73 / 92
Grace Caldwell Independent, Assisted Living & Memory Care
IL
AL
MC
Caldwell (North 21St Avenue)
124
Facility 124
ID AVG 69
Rank #8 / 114
Yes
35
Facility 35
ID AVG 40
Rank #109 / 197
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
7
Facility 7
ID AVG 16
Rank #82 / 117
-Coulter MandieLca, LLC7
3
Facility 3
ID AVG 1.1
Rank #80 / 92
2
Facility 2
ID AVG 1.6
Rank #37 / 69
4
Facility 4
ID AVG 3.9
Rank #43 / 92
7
Facility 7
ID AVG 24
Rank #18 / 92
1.0
Facility 1.0
ID AVG 6.0
Rank #7 / 92
MorningStar Senior Living of Idaho Falls
IL
AL
MC
RC
Idaho Falls (Sandcreek Commons)
122
Facility 122
ID AVG 69
Rank #10 / 114
No
28
Facility 28
ID AVG 40
Rank #125 / 197
1 Bed / 2 Bed
19
Facility 19
ID AVG 16
Rank #44 / 117
-Messick KimberlyChp Idaho Falls Id Tenant Corporation7
3
Facility 3
ID AVG 1.1
Rank #80 / 92
2
Facility 2
ID AVG 1.6
Rank #37 / 69
6
Facility 6
ID AVG 3.9
Rank #69 / 92
28
Facility 28
ID AVG 24
Rank #57 / 92
4.0
Facility 4.0
ID AVG 6.0
Rank #37 / 92
Courtyard At Coeur D‘Alene
IL
AL
MC
RC
Coeur D'alene
64
Facility 64
ID AVG 69
Rank #59 / 114
Yes
48
Facility 48
ID AVG 40
Rank #75 / 197
Studio / Suite
30
Facility 30
ID AVG 16
Rank #10 / 117
B-Scroggin MarkThe Courtyard At Coeur D\'Alene4
1
Facility 1
ID AVG 1.1
Rank #40 / 92
1
Facility 1
ID AVG 1.6
Rank #14 / 69
4
Facility 4
ID AVG 3.9
Rank #43 / 92
48
Facility 48
ID AVG 24
Rank #80 / 92
12.0
Facility 12.0
ID AVG 6.0
Rank #84 / 92
Arbor Village at Hillcrest
IL
NH
AL
RC
Boise (Boise Bench)
152
Facility 152
ID AVG 69
Rank #2 / 114
Yes
70
Facility 70
ID AVG 40
Rank #20 / 197
Studio / 1 bed / 2 bed
41
Facility 41
ID AVG 16
Rank #6 / 117
A+Corrie Jason-2
0
Facility 0
ID AVG 1.1
Rank #1 / 92
1
Facility 1
ID AVG 1.6
Rank #14 / 69
2
Facility 2
ID AVG 3.9
Rank #17 / 92
54
Facility 54
ID AVG 24
Rank #85 / 92
27.0
Facility 27.0
ID AVG 6.0
Rank #91 / 92
Grace Independent and Assisted Living
IL
AL
MC
Boise
95
Facility 95
ID AVG 69
Rank #34 / 114
No
33
Facility 33
ID AVG 40
Rank #113 / 197
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
21
Facility 21
ID AVG 16
Rank #33 / 117
A+Cardenas ShantelGrace At State Street, LLC7
3
Facility 3
ID AVG 1.1
Rank #80 / 92
2
Facility 2
ID AVG 1.6
Rank #37 / 69
3
Facility 3
ID AVG 3.9
Rank #27 / 92
9
Facility 9
ID AVG 24
Rank #24 / 92
1.3
Facility 1.3
ID AVG 6.0
Rank #11 / 92
Pinehurst Senior Community
IL
AL
MC
RC
Pinehurst
32
Facility 32
ID AVG 69
Rank #91 / 114
No
40
Facility 40
ID AVG 40
Rank #98 / 197
Studio / 1 Bed
13
Facility 13
ID AVG 16
Rank #62 / 117
A+Serrano YvettePacifica Senior Living Pinehurst5
1
Facility 1
ID AVG 1.1
Rank #40 / 92
2
Facility 2
ID AVG 1.6
Rank #37 / 69
5
Facility 5
ID AVG 3.9
Rank #58 / 92
20
Facility 20
ID AVG 24
Rank #47 / 92
4.0
Facility 4.0
ID AVG 6.0
Rank #37 / 92
Brookdale Coeur d’Alene
IL
AL
Coeur D'alene
96
Facility 96
ID AVG 69
Rank #33 / 114
Yes
72
Facility 72
ID AVG 40
Rank #18 / 197
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed / Cottage
48
Facility 48
ID AVG 16
Rank #1 / 117
A+Klinkefus DakotaEmeritus Corporation8
1
Facility 1
ID AVG 1.1
Rank #40 / 92
3
Facility 3
ID AVG 1.6
Rank #54 / 69
8
Facility 8
ID AVG 3.9
Rank #88 / 92
86
Facility 86
ID AVG 24
Rank #92 / 92
10.8
Facility 10.8
ID AVG 6.0
Rank #82 / 92
North Star Assisted & Senior Living
IL
AL
Coeur D'alene (Blackwell)
56
Facility 56
ID AVG 69
Rank #70 / 114
No
32
Facility 32
ID AVG 40
Rank #115 / 197
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
30
Facility 30
ID AVG 16
Rank #10 / 117
B-Jensen RachelStellar Senior Living, LLC8
2
Facility 2
ID AVG 1.1
Rank #69 / 92
4
Facility 4
ID AVG 1.6
Rank #63 / 69
6
Facility 6
ID AVG 3.9
Rank #69 / 92
22
Facility 22
ID AVG 24
Rank #50 / 92
2.8
Facility 2.8
ID AVG 6.0
Rank #26 / 92
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Overview of Affinity at Boise

Live a blissful retirement at Affinity at Boise, an astounding community in Boise, ID, offering independent living. Those 55+ can find the accommodation that best suits their preferences, with purposely designed and spacious studio to two-bedroom floor plans. With all-inclusive pricing, the community strives to ease financial burdens.

Here, residents will not run out of things to do for leisure and wellness with fun events and engaging programs. Delightful restaurants and shops are also available nearby, providing residents with plenty of dining options for their dietary needs and preferences. This pet-friendly community has a game room, an internet cafe, a BBQ area, a crafts studio, a fitness center, a movie theater, an indoor pool, and a dog park.

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Overview of Aspen Creek Senior Living – Caldwell

Formerly known as Lenity Senior Living, Aspen Creek Senior Living is one of the trursted assisted living and memory care homes in the city. Contributing to recognizing the community’s overall excellent service and caregiving, residents feel at home due to the exceptional respect the staff has provided with a welcoming approach. Aspen Creekity practices a resident-centered approach to senior living so seniors can thrive and reach their fullest potential to be a new version of themselves.

The senior lifestyle is catered to cultivate holistic wellness for its seniors. The dedicated staff practices with the residents by genuinely getting to know them and understanding their unique needs. Seniors receive 24/7 support, individualized care, medication management, life enrichment programs, and assistance after illness or medical procedure. 

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Overview of Cadence Independent Living

Welcome to Cadence Independent Living, where residents are welcomed into a luxurious living environment within a community that offers professional services. The innovative approach to community building blurs the lines between residence and resort, creating a unique and enriching experience for each individual. Conveniently located in Paramount, Meridian’s favorite community in Idaho, Cadence Independent Living offers an idyllic setting for retirees looking to embrace a vibrant and fulfilling lifestyle.

Cadence Independent Living takes pride in providing a range of Independent Living services to cater to the unique needs of residents and ensure a worry-free lifestyle. From laundry and linen service to expanded meal options, wellness checks, massage therapy, and medication management, the community is dedicated to offering comprehensive care and support to enhance the well-being of each resident. Experience the comfort and convenience of Cadence Independent Living, where every day is thoughtfully designed to be exceptional and enjoyable. 

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Overview of Cardona Senior Apartments

Make the most of your best years at Cardona Senior Apartments, a distinguished community in Pocatello, ID, offering independent living. Alongside purposely built and spacious one- and two-bedroom floor plans, maintenance services are also provided, ensuring residents are comfortable and safe. Pets are also welcome to accompany residents to ease loneliness.

Recreational spaces and wellness programs are available, encouraging residents to live actively and maintain social connections. Delightful restaurants and shops surround the area, providing residents with plenty of delightful dining options that cater to their dietary needs and preferences. The community’s vibrant and friendly setting makes it an ideal retirement option for those looking to downsize in retirement.

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Overview of Rosslare Senior Apartments

Create meaningful moments at Rosslare Senior Apartments, a blissful community in Idaho Falls, ID, offering independent living. Residents can keep their peace of mind with sophisticated and specially designed one- and two-bedroom floor plans. On-site maintenance, management, and laundry spaces are also provided, so residents enjoy a hassle-free living.

Encouraging residents to live an active and vibrant lifestyle, recreational and gathering spaces are available on-site. Convenient kitchen features are also available in each unit, allowing residents to prepare meals based on their dietary needs and preferences. The community is equipped with a library, a garage, a fitness center, a clubhouse, and a BBQ area, creating the ideal setting for residents to flourish in retirement.

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Overview of Heatherwood Senior Living

Heatherwood Senior Living is located at 5277 W Kootenai St in Boise’s Boise Bench neighborhood, 3.9 miles from the city center. The Walk Score is 74, so most daily errands are walkable from here, which is a meaningful advantage for an independent living community where residents get around on their own. Vibra Hospital of Boise is about a mile away.

Apartments come in three configurations. Studios run 338 to 480 square feet; one- and two-bedroom units span 588 to 950 square feet. This is purely independent living, so no personal care or medical assistance is part of the offering. Residents live in their own apartments and have access to shared spaces including restaurant-style dining, a courtyard, and lounges, along with a scheduled activity calendar.

Heatherwood Senior Living is a straightforward independent living option in a walkable Boise neighborhood, offering private apartments in three sizes with shared dining and social amenities, suited to older adults who are self-sufficient and want a community setting without a care services overlay.

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Overview of Gleneagles Senior Community

Live your best years at Gleneagles Senior Community, an idyllic community in Twin Falls, ID, offering independent living. Residents can keep their peace of mind with cozy and thoughtfully designed one-bedroom floor plans. On-site maintenance, management, and laundry spaces are available, ensuring residents have a worry-free lifestyle.

Residents have easy access to plenty of leisure and wellness opportunities with thriving local amenities and recreation spaces nearby. With convenient kitchen features, residents can prepare meals on their terms. The community is a great option for those aiming to downsize in retirement, especially with its vibrant and welcoming environment.

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Overview of Mcconnell Residential Care Home

Located in the harmonious neighborhood of North Montana Avenue, Caldwell, ID is the distinct senior living community of Mcconnell Residential Care Home that provides assisted living. The community strives to provide a safe place for seniors to spend their golden years with its cozy and intimate setting. A kind and reliable team also supports seniors with their daily living activities, ensuring they thrive and make the most out of their best years.

The community promotes a vibrant and welcoming environment for residents to feel a sense of belonging. With Mcconnell Residential Care Home handling the maintenance and housekeeping, residents have more time to focus on the things they want to do. Live life to the fullest with a reliable community delivering top-tier care and assistance for your ever-changing needs.

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Overview of The Chateau De Boise – a Provincial Senior Living Community

Spend your golden years with The Chateau de Boise set in West Poplar Street, Boise, ID, that focuses on providing independent living. Settle in the purposely built and safe residences in variations of suites, cottages, and one-, and two-bedroom apartments for a comfortable and secure retirement. Featuring a wide range of services including light linen service, maintenance, weekly housekeeping, and emergency response pendant, the community ensures seniors live their days without worries.

Discover new interests and relive passions through a robust calendar of enjoyable activities and stimulating programs that cater to your interests and strengths. Have a delightful dining experience and find comfort in healthy and tasty meals for dietary satisfaction. With its pet-friendly and senior-friendly spaces, The Chateau de Boise is ideal for seniors seeking to maximize their best years while ensuring they are safe and well

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Overview of Elk Creek Senior Living Apartments

Experience a blissful retirement at Elk Creek Senior Living Apartments, a distinguished community in Idaho Falls, ID, offering independent living. The community features thoughtfully designed and sophisticated one- and two-bedroom floor plans, dedicated to residents’ comfort and convenience. Pets are also welcome to accompany residents to ease their loneliness.

Residents are also encouraged to interact with their surroundings in cozy communal spaces and fun activities. Thriving local amenities and recreational sites surround the area, providing residents with unending leisure and wellness opportunities. With its vibrant and friendly setting, residents are guaranteed to thrive in their golden years.

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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 Idaho

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 75 independent living communities in Idaho. Use the filters and comparison tools above to compare ratings, amenities, and pricing.

How do I choose the right independent living community in Idaho?

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 Idaho, 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 Idaho?

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.