Page 21 of Best Independent Living in Illinois

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Avg Walk Score: 51/ 100The average Walk Score across facilities in Illinois. 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: 80The average licensed bed capacity across facilities in Illinois. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: 90
Overview of Senior Suites Hegewisch

Enjoy a vibrant environment tailored for an active and fulfilling lifestyle at Senior Suites Hegewisch in Chicago, IL. The community offers independent living, surrounded by enjoyable amenities, friendly residents, and welcoming team members. Featuring a variety of studios and one-bedroom apartments, the community provides a welcoming living space that residents can personalize with their treasured belongings and favorite furnishings.

Round the clock assistance is provided by a dedicated team, complemented with an emergency call system and secured entry system to ensure residents’ a comfortable and secure environment. Services like housekeeping, transportation, and on-site maintenance provides residents plenty of convenience. Residents can pursue their passion for cooking with the convenience of weekly grocery transportation, ensuring they always have the ingredients they need for making their favorite dishes.

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Overview of The Brant at Oswego Senior Living

Live the retirement of your dreams with the distinguished senior living community of The Brant at Oswego located in the beautiful setting of Chapman Drive, Oswego, IL, offering assisted living, independent living, and memory care. With housekeeping and laundry handled by a compassionate and responsible team, seniors can rest easy knowing their responsibilities are cared for. Moreover, the community utilizes specialized programs to ensure seniors receive the finest care and support around the clock.

Have fun with friends and keep in shape through a full slate of engaging activities and wellness programs. The community supports residents’ independence and choices, ensuring they get to do the things they truly enjoy. The Brant at Oswego works hard to provide a safe place for seniors to experience a worry-free retirement.

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Overview of Sunnymere

Sunnymere is a two-story assisted living, independent living, and residential care community located at 925 6th Ave in Aurora, Illinois. The community offers suite-style housing in a quiet residential neighborhood with a Walk Score of 38, meaning some nearby services are reachable on foot, though most errands and activities require a short drive.

Sunnymere provides a range of care options designed to meet residents at different levels of independence. Assisted living residents receive help with daily activities like bathing and medication management, while independent living residents maintain their own routines with community support available. The residential care component allows the community to serve residents with varying needs under one roof.

The suite accommodations provide private living spaces in a house-like setting that many families find more personal and intimate than larger institutional communities. This residential-scale environment often appeals to families prioritizing individualized attention and a quieter daily rhythm.

An in-person tour of Sunnymere is the best way to explore the suite layouts, see the common areas, and get a feel for the community’s atmosphere and activities.

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Overview of Holiday Curtis Creek

Encircled by stunning pear trees and green golf courses, Holiday Sierra Hills offers premier amenities and high-quality, independent living services in Quincy, Illinois. Nestled on the banks of the Mississippi River, this craftsman-style senior living community offers a quaint small-town atmosphere just a short drive from the city’s amenities and attractions. Apart from having access to scheduled transportation services, professional housekeeping, linen, and maintenance, residents can take advantage of the community’s paved walking trails, comfortable common areas, and a pet-friendly atmosphere.

For its residents, Holiday Sierra Hills is dedicated to creating a lively and interesting community by providing them with amenities that offer them opportunities to relax, connect, and thrive, such as a spacious atrium that lets in plenty of natural light, a classy dining area where nutritious meals are served daily, and a game room for recreational activities. Residents will never get bored with Holiday Sierra Hills’  calendar filled with new recreational and leisure activities, day trips to popular local destinations, and community social events.

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Overview of Regency Manor 55+ Independent Senior Living Apartments

Live independently with the blissful senior living community of Regency Manor, located in the beautiful setting of Regency Park, O’Fallon, IL, that provides independent living. Featuring specially designed and snug residences for adults aged 55 and above, the community ensures seniors find the right accommodation to downsize without worries in retirement. Moreover, a compassionate and respectful team handles the maintenance and housekeeping so seniors can focus on what they truly enjoy.

With extensive amenities available, the community encourages residents to maintain an active and well-connected lifestyle. Here, residents experience fine dining with healthy and delicious meals catering to dietary needs and preferences. Regency Manor is a good place for seniors to maximize their freedom with its vibrant and welcoming environment.

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Overview of The Lodge of Northbrook

Enjoy a carefree living experience in The Lodge of Northbrook, a blissful community in Northbrook, Illinois designed for independent living. The community is beautifully set amidst lush trees and well-maintained grounds, providing a perfect backdrop for a relaxing lifestyle. With most of the chores and maintenance taken care of, residents can focus on living their best lives without hassles and worries.

Apart from graciously-appointed apartments, the community features an array of thoughtful amenities like a library, media room, and guest suites. Appetizing and nourishing meals are also served daily to keep residents energized throughout the day. With the help of its kind and accommodating team, The Lodge of Northbrook guarantees a liberating living experience.

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Overview of Avidor Evanston

Avidor Evanston creates a splendid future for seniors at their retirement homes by allowing residents to choose a lifestyle that fits their needs freely. A luxurious 55+ independent living home, management encourages residents to live vibrantly by socializing and making meaningful memories with people their age.  Residential living practices an excellent, exemplary, resident-centered approach where seniors can thrive in a high-rise condominium-style building.

Avidor’s luxurious living means a life of convenience and flexibility. As a tax credit community, they offer affordable housing for eligible residents. The community’s all-inclusive services and amenities include medication management, supervised care, specialized programs, engaging activities, and ADLs for stress-free living.

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Overview of Village Park of Hoffman Estates

Make every moment count at Village Park of Hoffman Estates, a distinct community in Hoffman Estates, IL, offering independent living. The community has thoughtfully designed and sophisticated studio and two-bedroom floor plans, dedicated to residents’ comfort. Residents can ease their worries with convenient apartment features and maintenance services.

Thriving local amenities and unique shops surround the area, providing residents with unending leisure and wellness opportunities. Pets are also welcome to accompany residents to ease their loneliness. With a variety of cozy communal spaces and a friendly setting, residents will surely have a blissful retirement.

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Monarch Landing

2255 Monarch Dr, Naperville, IL 60563
Overview of Monarch Landing

With a 60-acre campus in Naperville, Illinois, Monarch Landing is a senior living community that offers independent living, skilled nursing, memory care, and respite care for older adults. Owned by Senior Living VII Investor Corp, the community is situated in the Naperville Park District area.

Its skilled nursing community includes 96 beds in a mid-rise building with one- and two-bedroom accommodations. Occupancy averages about 90 percent, and residents stay for approximately 52 days on average, reflecting a combination of short-term rehabilitation and long-term nursing care. Registered nurses, licensed nurses, and nurse aides provide about 5 hours and 41 minutes of nursing care per resident each day.

Older adults also have access to fitness and recreational amenities, and pets are welcome within the community. The surrounding neighborhood has a Walk Score of 25, allowing a few errands to be completed on foot, although most destinations are more easily reached by car.

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Overview of Solstice Senior Living at Joliet

Achieve your dream lifestyle with the distinct senior living community of Solstice Senior Living at Joliet settled in the serene lands of Essington Road, Joliet, IL, that focuses on independent living. Experience a peaceful and secure retirement with carefully designed and elegant accommodations in a variety of studio, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom floor plans. Maintain an active and well-engaged retirement with exceptional care and support from a dedicated and specially trained team.

With its commitment to enhancing seniors’ quality of life, the community collaborates with trusted healthcare providers. Hone your skills and learn new things through stimulating activities and engaging programs. Moreover, residents have something to anticipate with delightful and healthy meals catering to dietary needs and preferences. Solstice Senior Living at Joliet strives to provide a safe place for seniors to enjoy every moment of their golden years without worries with its incredible amenities and serene premises.

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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
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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
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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 Illinois

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

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

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 Illinois, 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 Illinois?

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.