Page 19 of Best Independent Living in Iowa

Connect55+ Ankeny is an independent living community in Ankeny, IA, with private living and community services for residents who do not need daily care. One bedroom and two bedroom homes are available, including a two bedroom option for a couple or for someone who wants a companion. The shared spaces give residents places to spend time outside their homes. Connect55+ Ankeny may be a good fit for someone who can live independently and wants access to community spaces.

Independent living starts at $1,300 per month, giving families a baseline for monthly housing costs. Residents may keep pets. A salon, fitness center, courtyard, clubhouse, and movie theatre provide places for grooming, exercise, outdoor time, and indoor activities. The community has a car dependent Walk Score of 40, so most errands require a car or a ride; a resident who no longer drives would need transportation for routine outings.

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Starting Price $1,300/Month Pricing updated on February 27th, 2026

Overview of Attivo Trail – Ankeny

Attivo Trail, Ankeny is an independent living community in Ankeny, Iowa, located in the Prairie Trail neighborhood. Private one bedroom, two bedroom and two bedroom with den apartments are available for adults in a 55+ community, with no daily care described. The setting may be a good fit for an adult seeking independent living alongside organized fitness and social activities.

Monthly rates are listed at $1,599 and $1,895 for one bedroom apartments, $1,999, $2,155 and $2,545 for two bedroom apartments, and $2,425 and $2,470 for two bedroom apartments with a den. The different rates correspond to the available apartment options within those layouts. Pets are allowed, so residents can bring a pet with them.

Residents have several places to spend time beyond their apartment, including a pool, fitness center, outdoor walking trail, landscaped courtyard with a pond and fire pit, theatre room, large celebration room and Attivo room. Fitness classes, aqua classes, social events, weekly happy hours and the ACTIVE Program add scheduled choices for exercise, conversation and entertainment. With a Walk Score of 35, the area is car dependent, so most errands require a car or a ride.

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$1,599/Month Pricing updated on October 7th, 2026

Overview of Harmony Court

Harmony Court is an independent living community in Council Bluffs, IA, for residents aged 60 and older. Founded in 1992, it offers private apartments alongside community services rather than daily care, making it potentially suitable for someone who wants a private home while remaining independent. Housing includes studios, one bedroom apartments, and two bedroom apartments. Pets are allowed, so residents can bring a pet when moving in, and the community is family owned and operated.

There is plenty to do on site, including time in the pool, salon, game and card rooms, and at the billiards table. Activities range from exercise and Spanish language classes to crafts, road trips, dining out excursions, live music, and movies, giving residents several ways to spend their time and meet others. Chef prepared meals are served in a dining room, providing an on site dining option. Transportation is also available.

A Walk Score of 41 places Harmony Court in a car dependent setting, so most errands require a car or a ride. Residents who do not have another way to get out can use the community’s transportation.

Make the most of your best years at Brookside I, an exceptional community in Davenport, IA, offering independent living. Featuring beautifully designed and cozy one- and two-bedroom floor plans, the community ensures residents are comfortable and safe. Residents also have a worry-free lifestyle with round-the-clock maintenance and professional management.

Unique local shops and recreational spaces surround the area, providing residents with various options for leisure and wellness. With plenty of kitchen features, residents can prepare meals according to their dietary needs and preferences. The community’s vibrant and welcoming environment makes it a great option for those looking to live independently in retirement.

Overview of Aura Independent Living

Live your best years at Aura Independent Living, a blissful retreat in Cedar Rapids, IA, offering independent living. The community has beautifully furnished and cozy one- and two-bedroom floor plans, ensuring residents are comfortable and safe. Residents also enjoy a maintenance-free living with dedicated services that aim to help with their chores.

Encouraging residents to live actively and maintain social connections, a variety of engaging activities and enriching programs are conducted. Here, residents enjoy delicious and healthy dining options with a restaurant available from 7 A.M. to 7 P.M. daily. The community is ideal for those aiming to downsize in retirement, especially with its wide range of amenities and a welcoming environment.

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Starting Price $3,565/Month Pricing updated on October 7th, 2026

Asbury Senior Apartments in Dubuque, IA, offers independent living accommodations featuring private one-bedroom and two-bedroom apartment floor plans. Layouts accommodate single residents or couples moving together, with base pricing starting at $825 per month.

Private residences pair independent housing with shared community services without requiring daily personal care assistance. Featured amenities include a spa, outdoor community spaces, and organized group transportation. Pet-friendly policies allow residents to keep animals in their units.

Financial arrangements operate through private payment plans. Situated in a neighborhood with a walk score of 53, the area is fairly walkable, allowing non-driving residents to handle select nearby errands on foot while relying on community transit for longer trips.

Older adults seeking independent retirement apartments or private senior housing can contact Asbury Senior Apartments to check unit availability or schedule a property tour.

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Starting Price $825/Month Pricing updated on October 7th, 2026

Windsor Oaks is an independent living community in Ames, IA, offering private living with community services rather than daily care. As a 55+ cooperative condominium community operated by its members, it may be a good fit for an older adult who wants a member run setting.

Residents can choose one bedroom or two bedroom apartments. A one bedroom provides a single private space, while a two bedroom can suit a couple moving together or someone who wants a companion. Pets are allowed, so residents can keep a pet in their home.

An indoor walking track, courtyard and greenspace, and woodworking shop support walking, outdoor time, and woodworking on site. Activities include exercise classes, games and cards, pool tournaments, gardening, music, arts, and excursions. Residents have organized options for movement, hobbies, and outings.

A Walk Score of 42 places Windsor Oaks in a car dependent setting, where most errands require a car or a ride. A resident who no longer drives would need transportation for those trips.

Overview of Elite Lodge of Ashworth

Elite Lodge of Ashworth is an independent living community in West Des Moines, IA. Independent living here means private living with community services but no daily care, so it may suit a resident who manages personal care independently and wants access to shared activities. A one-bedroom layout can work well for someone living alone, while a two-bedroom layout can accommodate a couple moving together.

There is plenty to do on the property. Residents can swim in the indoor heated pool or exercise in the fitness center, and the libraries, bridge club, and book club offer spaces for reading, organized card games, and discussion activities. The landscaped grounds cover 11 acres, providing outdoor space on site, and pets are allowed. A Walk Score of 41 places the area in a car-dependent setting, so most errands require a car or a ride; a resident who no longer drives would need transportation for those trips.

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Starting Price $1,500/Month Pricing updated on October 7th, 2026

Ideally situated in the harmonious neighborhood of Sioux City, IA, Evergreen Terrace Senior is a distinct community that offers independent living. With specially designed and spacious one-bedroom floor plans, residents are guaranteed the utmost comfort and safety. The community also utilizes income-based rents, so those 62+ can downsize without hassles.

Residents also have easy access to their necessities and leisure opportunities with thriving local shops and recreational spaces. With a fully furnished kitchen, residents can prepare meals according to their dietary needs and preferences. Promoting a vibrant and welcoming environment, the community ensures residents have the finest retirement experience.

Overview of Pheasant Acres Apartments

Pheasant Acres Apartments offers independent living in Sioux City, IA, for adults age 62 and older and people with mobility impairments. The community has one-bedroom apartments designed for independent living, with all utilities paid so residents do not manage separate utility bills. It may be a good fit for someone seeking an accessible apartment where pets are allowed.

Each apartment includes a kitchen with a refrigerator and range, giving residents the option to prepare meals at home; microwaves are available in select homes. Wheelchair accessibility matters for residents who use a wheelchair or other mobility equipment, while the pet policy allows them to keep a pet in their apartment. A Walk Score of 41 places the area in a car-dependent setting, so most errands require a car or a ride, although public transportation is nearby.