Page 6 of Best Independent Living in Idaho

Why trust this guide? Our editorial team analyzed 75 independent living communities in ID using ID Dept. of Health & Welfare (DHW) data, inspection records, complaints, amenities, and facility-level details. How we rank independent living in ID
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Avg Walk Score: 41/ 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
Overview of Franklin Grove Apartments

Spend your best years at Franklin Grove Apartments, an idyllic haven in Boise, ID, offering independent living. With a variety of purposely designed and sophisticated one-bedroom floor plans, residents can live comfortably. On-site laundry spaces and a service coordinator are available, ensuring residents have a hassle-free living.

Residents have easy access to their necessities and wellness opportunities with unique shops and leisure spaces nearby. Delightful restaurants surround the area, providing residents with plenty of dining options for their dietary needs and preferences. This pet-friendly community is a great option for those looking to spend retirement independently.

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Overview of Leisure Village 3

Spend your golden years at Leisure Village 3, a welcoming community in Caldwell, ID, offering independent living. With cozy and purposely built one- and two-bedroom floor plans, residents can live comfortably during their stay. On-site management and laundry spaces are also provided, so residents have a hassle-free living.

Residents have easy access to their necessities and leisure opportunities with thriving local amenities and recreational sites nearby. Delightful restaurants and shops are also available, providing residents with plenty of dining options for their dietary needs and preferences. The community’s vibrant and welcoming environment makes it an ideal retirement option for those looking to downsize in retirement.

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Overview of Bri at the Village

Peacefully nestled near Julius M. Kleiner Memorial Park in Meridian, ID, Bri at the Village is a blissful community that offers independent living. Designed for the comfort of those 55+, the community features purposely built and spacious one- and two-bedroom floor plans. Residents enjoy a hassle-free lifestyle with concierge services and various apartment features.

Here, residents will not feel lonely with cozy communal spaces and wellness programs that highlight their interests and capabilities. With a fully furnished kitchen and cooking classes, residents can prepare meals on their terms. Pets are also welcome to accompany residents to brighten their moods. The community is equipped with a yoga studio, a bocce ball, a dog park, an infinity edge pool, a hot tub, and a resident lounge, creating the ideal setting for residents to thrive in retirement.

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Overview of Lake Wood Ranch

Experience a vibrant lifestyle at Lake Wood Ranch, a distinct community in Coeur d’Alene, ID, offering independent living. The community has cozy and thoughtfully designed one- and two-bedroom floor plans, dedicated to residents’ comfort and safety. Income restrictions are also applied to ensure older adults can downsize without hassles.

Here, residents enjoy a hassle-free living with on-site maintenance and management. Delightful restaurants and unique shops are also available nearby, providing a variety of dining options for their dietary needs and preferences. With its dedicated services and top-notch amenities, residents can thrive in retirement.

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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 The Lillian Apartments

Enjoy the best of your golden years at The Lillian Apartments, a distinct community in Boise, ID, offering independent living. Featuring beautifully designed and spacious one- and two-bedroom floor plans, the community is dedicated to providing comfort to those 55+. Residents can ease their worries with plenty of convenient apartment features and maintenance services.

With a thoughtfully curated calendar of recreational activities and enriching programs, residents can spend their days as they please. Residents can also prepare meals on their terms with a fully furnished kitchen in each unit. The community is an ideal option for those aiming to downsize in retirement, especially with its vibrant setting and state-of-the-art amenities.

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Overview of Garden Plaza of Valley View

Garden Plaza is a luxurious independent living, assisted living, and skilled nursing that has gained recognition because of their praised service and consumer satisfaction. Residents of independent and assisted living are encouraged to find independence in the midst of the quality service they receive. The upscale senior living community strives to accommodate a diverse group of individuals that can meet all their needs– even those with complex medical conditions. There is a strong sense of a stimulating environment where the mental, physical, and emotional needs are being met by the compassionate and professional care staff. Garden Plaza is a person-centered community that guarantees residents are able to live life on their own terms as independently as possible in a magnificent nurturing home.

Garden Plaza offers all-inclusive services and amenities that is created to ensure that residents live a hassle-free lifestyle– restaurant-style meals provided, housekeeping and laundry, 24/ nurse on-site, and activities that focus on holistic wellness. 

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Overview of Portstewart

Enjoy your best years at Portstewart, an exceptional community set in the harmonious neighborhood of Caldwell, ID, offering independent living. The community has specially designed and sophisticated one- and two-bedroom floor plans, ensuring residents are comfortable and safe. Laundry spaces and plenty of apartment features are provided, so residents experience a convenient lifestyle.

Residents will not run out of things to do for leisure and wellness with cozy communal spaces and recreational programs. With a fully furnished kitchen in each unit, residents can prepare meals on their terms. The community has a recreation room, a library, a fitness center, and a clubhouse, creating the ideal setting for residents to thrive in their golden years.

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Overview of Sagewood Seniors

Ideally set in the harmonious neighborhood of Caldwell, ID, Sagewood Seniors is a distinct 55+ community that offers independent living. Featuring cozy and sophisticated one- and two-bedroom floor plans, the community is dedicated to improving residents’ living experiences. On-site management and round-the-clock support are also provided, so residents have a hassle-free living.

Residents can spend their days as they please with a variety of unique local amenities and recreation sites nearby. Delightful restaurants and shops surrounding the area also provide residents with a delightful dining experience that caters to their dietary needs and preferences. The community is ideal for those looking to live independently in retirement, especially with its dedicated services and top-notch amenities.

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Overview of Maryland Village 1

Experience a worry-free retirement at Maryland Village I, a distinguished community in Nampa, ID, offering independent living. The community has beautifully designed and cozy one-bedroom floor plans, ensuring residents are comfortable and safe. On-site maintenance and laundry spaces are also provided, so residents can keep their peace of mind during their stay.

Residents enjoy unending leisure and wellness opportunities with the community’s proximity to recreation sites and thriving local amenities. With convenient apartment features, residents can prepare meals according to their dietary needs and preferences. The community is a great option for those seeking independence in retirement, especially with its friendly environment and top-tier amenities.

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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
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
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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
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.