Page 18 of Best Independent Living in Illinois

Overview of Barrington Lakes Apartments

Beautifully located in the harmonious neighborhood of Hoffman Estates, IL, Barrington Lakes Apartments is a blissful retreat that offers independent living. The community features cozy and purposely built studio to three-bedroom floor plans, ensuring residents’ comfort and convenience. On-site maintenance, management, and laundry spaces are also provided, so residents have a worry-free lifestyle.

Residents can spend their days as they please with plenty of recreational opportunities and fun gathering spaces. With convenient kitchen features, residents can prepare meals that cater to their dietary needs and preferences. Amenities include an indoor and outdoor pool, tennis courts, a fitness center, a sun deck, a business center, a clubhouse, a spa, and a library.

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Starting Price $1,410/Month Pricing updated on October 7th, 2026

Holiday Blair House is a one-of-a-kind senior living community located at College Avenue, Normal, IL, that provides independent living. The community features a wide array of spacious floor plans including studio, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom apartments. With 24-hour care and assistance, the community collaborates with the seniors and their loved ones to devise a care plan that best suited to their unique needs and preferences to ensure a comfortable and safe residence.

With its signature Engage Life program, the community focuses on giving seniors a holistic approach that encourages them to learn, socialize, and remain active. Serving healthy homecooked meals three times every day, residents enjoy wonderful meals with laughter and conversations. Holiday Blair House offers a flexible care plan inclusive of fabulous amenities including a barber and beauty salon, a sauna, a gym, a community center, a theater, a lounge area, a business center, a country store, scenic gardens and patios, and walking paths. Moreover, the pet-friendly community is also wheelchair-accessible and has safety rails all over the campus to ensure the safety of its residents.

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Price range $2,280 - $2,680/Month Pricing updated on March 6th, 2026

Overview of The Hallmark

The Hallmark is a high-quality assisted living and independent living community in Chicago, IL, that provides personalized support and maintenance-free living for older adults. The community strives to help older adults age gracefully by continuously promoting a supportive and nurturing environment. Recreational activities, restaurant-style dining, and household services are also offered to enrich residents’ living experiences. The community is dedicated to residents’ welfare, providing 24-hour care for their personal needs.

Gardening, fitness programs, and social events accompany residents to prevent loneliness and isolation. A library, a bistro, and a beautifully maintained resident garden with a greenhouse also provide residents with more opportunities for recreation and interaction. Shops and restaurants also surround the area, providing residents with convenient access to their leisure and necessities. As a Grace MGMT Community in Illinois, this community adheres to exceptional standards of care.

$7,530/Month Pricing updated on October 12th, 2026

Overview of Good Shepherd Tower

Good Shepherd Tower offers independent living in the Washington Park neighborhood of Chicago, IL. You would possess a personal residence along with community services, and no employees providing daily care. It might suit someone seeking an apartment environment without consistent personal assistance.

There’s an area with computers for residents, along with a patio for outdoor leisure.

Washington Park is very walkable, achieving a score of 80 on Walk Score. You can reach most errands on foot, so abandoning the car won’t prevent you from accessing nearby necessities.

Units are available as studios or one-bedroom apartments. It can be a single room or a separate bedroom. Every unit includes a full kitchen, allowing you to prepare meals at home.

Overview of Proctor Place Peoria

Proctor Place Peoria offers assisted living, independent living, and skilled nursing in Peoria, IL. Assisted living includes help with daily tasks such as dressing, bathing, and medication, while independent living provides private living with community services and no daily care. Skilled nursing includes licensed nursing care around the clock.

Several care levels are available here. A resident whose needs grow over time may move to a different level of care without leaving the community. Housing includes studios, one bedroom residences, and two bedroom residences, with a studio offering one private space and a two bedroom layout giving a couple the option to move together or allowing someone to have a companion.

The area has a Walk Score of 64 / 100 and is somewhat walkable. Some errands can be done on foot by a resident who no longer drives.

Overview of Senior Suites of Bellwood

Located on Randolph Street, Senior Suites of Bellwood is a retirement community in Bellwood, Illinois, that provides independent living for active older adults. A variety of studio, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom apartments are offered, each featuring a full kitchen, a private bathroom with a shower, individually controlled heating and cooling, and wheelchair-accessible design for comfort and independence.

24-hour emergency response systems, housekeeping, transportation, and building maintenance support residents’ daily living. With a Walk Score of 64, the surrounding neighborhood allows some errands to be completed on foot, while transportation services make other destinations easily accessible.

To promote an active and connected lifestyle, residents can participate in a variety of planned activities based on their interests, including card games, bingo, movie outings, and casual social gatherings. These opportunities encourage older adults to stay engaged, build friendships, and enjoy a welcoming community environment.

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Starting Price $1,367/Month Pricing updated on October 7th, 2026

Overview of Senior Suites Wright Campus

Tucked away in Chicago, IL, Senior Suites Wright Campus is an engaging senior living community that offers independent living. Residents can choose from a variety of apartments, including one-bedroom and two-bedroom apartments. Emergency call systems and a dedicated team is available 24/7 to provide support and assistance should residents need it. The community is conveniently close to restaurants, shops, and local resources, providing residents plenty of opportunities for living their lives to the fullest.

The community offers plenty of planned social activities to keep residents close and connected to one another. Residents can pursue their passion for cooking in their well-designed, full-size kitchens with large refrigerators, ranges, and ovens. Services like regular housekeeping, transportation, and on-site maintenance adds to residents’ comfort and convenience, giving residents more time for relaxation and enjoyment.

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Starting Price $1,367/Month Pricing updated on October 7th, 2026

Drexel Horizon is an independent living community in Cicero, IL, designed for adults age 62 and older. Residents have a private home with community services rather than daily care, and the available homes include one-bedroom apartments and cottages. It may suit an adult 62 or older who wants a home in a community setting without daily care.

Opened in 2026, Drexel Horizon is owned by Alden Network. Its activities program offers recreational, educational and social opportunities, giving residents organized ways to spend time and connect with others. A fitness room supports exercise on site, while the movie theatre and library, which includes a computer and fireplace, offer places to watch films, read and use a computer. Outdoors, residents can use the gazebo and patio with a grill. The area has a Walk Score of 70, meaning most errands can be completed on foot, so a resident who no longer drives may still be able to get out independently.

ReNew Poplar Creek is an independent living community in Hoffman Estates, IL, within The Reserve at Hoffman Estates. Independent living provides private apartment living without daily care, making the community a possible fit for a resident who can manage routine personal needs independently.

Residents can choose one-bedroom or two-bedroom apartments, with the larger layout able to suit a couple moving together. Pets are allowed, so a resident can bring a pet to live with them. In-unit washers and dryers let residents handle laundry within their apartments, while fireplaces and stainless-steel appliances are included in the apartment features.

There are places to stay active on site. A swimming pool and fitness center support exercise, and the outdoor grilling area gives residents a place to prepare meals outdoors. The community has a Walk Score of 66, described as somewhat walkable, so some errands can be completed on foot and a resident who no longer drives may be able to manage certain outings without a car or ride.

Overview of Grand at Twin Lakes

Overlooking the serene area of Palatine, IL, Grand at Twin Lakes offers a maintenance-free environment for independent living. Residents here thrive in their modern accommodations with light housekeeping, 24-hour emergency response, and other amenities for their convenience. The community also provides additional services like visiting physicians, therapies, home healthcare, and nursing services for more support.

Fostering an active and enriching lifestyle, the community provides an array of educational, social, and recreational activities. Residents can choose to enjoy delectable meals in the private dining room or cozy resident club lounge that fosters socialization. With 24-hour teams and an abundance of interesting amenities, residents here are guaranteed to enjoy a comfortable and fulfilling living experience.