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Page 8 of Best Independent Living in Idaho

Why trust this guide? Our editorial team analyzed 77 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: 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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Info below is compiled from the ID Dept. of Health & Welfare (DHW), senior community websites & trusted data sources such as Walk Score & BBB.

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

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 #48 / 196
Studio / 1 Bed
20
Facility 20
ID AVG 16
Rank #43 / 117
-Pettit TiffanyCoeur D\'Alene Homes Phase II, Inc3
0
Facility 0
ID AVG 1
Rank #1 / 90
1
Facility 1
ID AVG 1.6
Rank #14 / 69
2
Facility 2
ID AVG 3.9
Rank #17 / 90
13
Facility 13
ID AVG 24
Rank #28 / 86
4.3
Facility 4.3
ID AVG 6.0
Rank #40 / 86
Grace Independent and Assisted Living
IL
AL
MC
Boise
95
Facility 95
ID AVG 69
Rank #34 / 114
Yes
33
Facility 33
ID AVG 40
Rank #112 / 196
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
Rank #78 / 90
2
Facility 2
ID AVG 1.6
Rank #37 / 69
3
Facility 3
ID AVG 3.9
Rank #27 / 90
9
Facility 9
ID AVG 24
Rank #20 / 86
1.3
Facility 1.3
ID AVG 6.0
Rank #7 / 86
Grace Assisted Living – Grace Boise Englefield
IL
AL
HOS
MC
Boise (Boise Bench)
92
Facility 92
ID AVG 69
Rank #35 / 114
Yes
21
Facility 21
ID AVG 40
Rank #147 / 196
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
Rank #85 / 90
1
Facility 1
ID AVG 1.6
Rank #14 / 69
3
Facility 3
ID AVG 3.9
Rank #27 / 90
14
Facility 14
ID AVG 24
Rank #31 / 86
2.0
Facility 2.0
ID AVG 6.0
Rank #13 / 86
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 #108 / 196
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
7
Facility 7
ID AVG 16
Rank #82 / 117
-Coulter MandieLca, LLC7
3
Facility 3
ID AVG 1
Rank #78 / 90
2
Facility 2
ID AVG 1.6
Rank #37 / 69
4
Facility 4
ID AVG 3.9
Rank #43 / 90
7
Facility 7
ID AVG 24
Rank #14 / 86
1.0
Facility 1.0
ID AVG 6.0
Rank #3 / 86
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 #74 / 196
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
Rank #40 / 90
1
Facility 1
ID AVG 1.6
Rank #14 / 69
4
Facility 4
ID AVG 3.9
Rank #43 / 90
48
Facility 48
ID AVG 24
Rank #74 / 86
12.0
Facility 12.0
ID AVG 6.0
Rank #78 / 86
Mountain Springs Assisted Living Center
IL
AL
HOS
MC
Spirit Lake
24
Facility 24
ID AVG 69
Rank #100 / 114
No
0
Facility 0
ID AVG 40
Rank #192 / 196
Private / Shared Rooms
3
Facility 3
ID AVG 16
Rank #96 / 117
-Parker HeatherMountain Springs Assisted Living Center, LLC1
0
Facility 0
ID AVG 1
Rank #1 / 90
0
Facility 0
ID AVG 1.6
Rank #1 / 69
1
Facility 1
ID AVG 3.9
Rank #2 / 90
4
Facility 4
ID AVG 24
Rank #8 / 86
4.0
Facility 4.0
ID AVG 6.0
Rank #33 / 86
The Pointe at Meridian
IL
AL
MC
RC
Meridian (Inglewood Place)
45
Facility 45
ID AVG 69
Rank #75 / 114
Yes
15
Facility 15
ID AVG 40
Rank #162 / 196
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
1
Facility 1
ID AVG 16
Rank #113 / 117
-Zanelli KarenCpf - Grace Management, LLC1
0
Facility 0
ID AVG 1
Rank #1 / 90
0
Facility 0
ID AVG 1.6
Rank #1 / 69
1
Facility 1
ID AVG 3.9
Rank #2 / 90
8
Facility 8
ID AVG 24
Rank #16 / 86
8.0
Facility 8.0
ID AVG 6.0
Rank #69 / 86
Pinehurst Senior Community
IL
AL
MC
RC
Pinehurst
32
Facility 32
ID AVG 69
Rank #91 / 114
Yes
40
Facility 40
ID AVG 40
Rank #97 / 196
Studio / 1 Bed
13
Facility 13
ID AVG 16
Rank #60 / 117
A+Serrano YvettePacifica Senior Living Pinehurst5
1
Facility 1
ID AVG 1
Rank #40 / 90
2
Facility 2
ID AVG 1.6
Rank #37 / 69
5
Facility 5
ID AVG 3.9
Rank #56 / 90
20
Facility 20
ID AVG 24
Rank #43 / 86
4.0
Facility 4.0
ID AVG 6.0
Rank #33 / 86
Arbor Village at Hillcrest
IL
AL
RC
Boise (Boise Bench)
152
Facility 152
ID AVG 69
Rank #2 / 114
Yes
70
Facility 70
ID AVG 40
Rank #19 / 196
Studio / 1 bed / 2 bed
41
Facility 41
ID AVG 16
Rank #6 / 117
A+Corrie Jason-2
0
Facility 0
ID AVG 1
Rank #1 / 90
1
Facility 1
ID AVG 1.6
Rank #14 / 69
2
Facility 2
ID AVG 3.9
Rank #17 / 90
54
Facility 54
ID AVG 24
Rank #79 / 86
27.0
Facility 27.0
ID AVG 6.0
Rank #85 / 86
Dalton Senior Living
IL
AL
MC
RC
Coeur D'alene
72
Facility 72
ID AVG 69
Rank #52 / 114
Yes
24
Facility 24
ID AVG 40
Rank #136 / 196
Studio
22
Facility 22
ID AVG 16
Rank #28 / 117
B-Robb VaunyDalton Senior Living4
1
Facility 1
ID AVG 1
Rank #40 / 90
2
Facility 2
ID AVG 1.6
Rank #37 / 69
4
Facility 4
ID AVG 3.9
Rank #43 / 90
31
Facility 31
ID AVG 24
Rank #54 / 86
7.8
Facility 7.8
ID AVG 6.0
Rank #68 / 86
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 #129 / 196
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
Rank #67 / 90
1
Facility 1
ID AVG 1.6
Rank #14 / 69
4
Facility 4
ID AVG 3.9
Rank #43 / 90
26
Facility 26
ID AVG 24
Rank #50 / 86
5.2
Facility 5.2
ID AVG 6.0
Rank #49 / 86
Paradise Creek of Olympus Retirement Living
IL
ADC
AL
Moscow
36
Facility 36
ID AVG 69
Rank #86 / 114
Yes
9
Facility 9
ID AVG 40
Rank #177 / 196
1 Bed / 2 Bed
3
Facility 3
ID AVG 16
Rank #96 / 117
-Andersen EmmaOlympus Retirement Living, LLC2
0
Facility 0
ID AVG 1
Rank #1 / 90
0
Facility 0
ID AVG 1.6
Rank #1 / 69
2
Facility 2
ID AVG 3.9
Rank #17 / 90
6
Facility 6
ID AVG 24
Rank #12 / 86
3.0
Facility 3.0
ID AVG 6.0
Rank #24 / 86
MorningStar Senior Living of Idaho Falls
IL
AL
MC
RC
Idaho Falls (Sandcreek Commons)
122
Facility 122
ID AVG 69
Rank #10 / 114
Yes
28
Facility 28
ID AVG 40
Rank #124 / 196
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
Rank #78 / 90
2
Facility 2
ID AVG 1.6
Rank #37 / 69
6
Facility 6
ID AVG 3.9
Rank #67 / 90
28
Facility 28
ID AVG 24
Rank #51 / 86
4.0
Facility 4.0
ID AVG 6.0
Rank #33 / 86
Mercy Creek Apartments
IL
S Nampa
-No
77
Facility 77
ID AVG 40
Rank #13 / 196
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed----------
Karcher Estates
IL
AL
MC
Nampa
43
Facility 43
ID AVG 69
Rank #81 / 114
Yes
59
Facility 59
ID AVG 40
Rank #43 / 196
-
22
Facility 22
ID AVG 16
Rank #28 / 117
-Morris Chapman JillProvidence Group Nh, LLC2
0
Facility 0
ID AVG 1
Rank #1 / 90
1
Facility 1
ID AVG 1.6
Rank #14 / 69
1
Facility 1
ID AVG 3.9
Rank #2 / 90
58
Facility 58
ID AVG 24
Rank #80 / 86
29.0
Facility 29.0
ID AVG 6.0
Rank #86 / 86
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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 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 Affinity at Nampa

Create meaningful moments at Affinity at Nampa, a distinct community in Nampa, ID, offering independent living. Featuring beautifully designed and cozy studio to two-bedroom floor plans, the community ensures residents are comfortable and safe. Residents can ease their worries with all-inclusive pricing.

Here, residents will not run out of things to do with a carefully planned calendar of engaging activities and enriching programs. With delightful restaurants nearby, residents enjoy plenty of dining options that cater to their dietary needs and preferences. Amenities include an indoor pool, a movie theater, a fitness center, a dog park, a billiards room, a game room, and a workshop.

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Overview of Grace Assisted Living – Pocatello

Providing assisted living services for older adults, Grace Assisted Living – Pocatello is located on New Day Parkway in Pocatello, Idaho. The community is designed for individuals who need help with daily activities while maintaining as much independence as possible.

The surrounding area has a walkability score of 11, making it car-dependent for most errands, appointments, and family visits. This is typical of many neighborhoods outside the city’s central area.

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Senior Solutions

2296 N Yellowstone Hwy Ste 301, Idaho Falls, ID 83401
Overview of Senior Solutions

Senior Solutions sits at 2296 N Yellowstone Hwy, Suite 301, in Idaho Falls, Idaho, listed among the city’s assisted living communities. The surrounding neighborhood scores 37 on Walk Score, landing it in the somewhat walkable range. A handful of errands might be doable on foot, but most trips around here still mean getting in a car.

For a family in Idaho Falls comparing assisted living options, Senior Solutions is one community worth placing on that list, anchored by its Yellowstone Highway address and a car-friendly, moderately walkable setting that puts a few errands within walking distance.

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Overview of McConnell Residential Care Home

McConnell Residential Care Home sits on North Montana Avenue in Caldwell, Idaho, and it’s independent living, not assisted living or nursing care. Residents live in their own private or semi-private apartments and run their own day-to-day lives. The community isn’t there to manage medications or help with bathing and dressing. It’s there to give people their own space, plus a few conveniences layered on top.

There’s transportation service, so residents who don’t want to drive (or can’t) still have a way to get to appointments or run errands. There’s also fitness and recreation access built into the community, for people who want to stay active without leaving the property. And because the whole building is single-story, nobody’s dealing with stairs or waiting on an elevator just to get to their own front door.

The neighborhood itself is car-dependent. Walk Score puts it at 2 out of 100, which is about as low as that scale goes. Most errands, most outings, most anything outside the building is going to require a car. If a resident doesn’t drive, that’s not a dealbreaker, since transportation is available through the community, but it does mean daily life leans more on rides than on walking to the corner store.

This is a small, low-key independent living option built for people who want autonomy first and don’t need medical support baked in. What’s there paints a pretty clear picture: private living space, some built-in mobility help, and a location where a car (yours or the facility’s) is doing a lot of the work.

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Overview of Trail Lodge Apartments

Ideally situated in the vibrant setting of Coeur d’Alene, ID, Trail Lodge Apartments is a purposely built community that offers independent living. The community features sophisticated and well-thought-out two- and three-bedroom floor plans, designed for residents’ comfort. Laundry spaces, maintenance, and other apartment features are provided to ensure residents have a hassle-free lifestyle.

With cozy communal spaces and wellness opportunities, residents can spend their days as they please. Residents also have easy access to the locality’s thriving downtown, providing plenty of dining options. This pet-friendly community promotes a warm and welcoming environment, ensuring residents have the finest retirement experience.

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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 77 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.