Best Independent Living in Lakewood, CO

Why trust this guide? Our editorial team analyzed 17 independent living communities in Lakewood, CO using CO Dept. of Public Health & Environment (CDPHE) data, inspection records, complaints, amenities, and facility-level details. How we rank independent living in CO
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Info below is compiled from the CO Dept. of Public Health & Environment (CDPHE), senior community websites & trusted data sources such as Walk Score & BBB.

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

Care Types in This Table AL (Assisted Living): Housing with help for daily activities like bathing, dressing, and medication, without 24-hour skilled nursing. NH (Nursing Home): 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. SNF (Skilled Nursing Facility): Round-the-clock nursing care, often for recovery after surgery, injury, or illness. MC (Memory Care): Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. IL (Independent Living): Community living with dining, activities, and transportation for active seniors who need little personal care. CCRC (Continuing Care Retirement Community): A campus with multiple care levels so residents can age in place without moving.
City and state of the facility. Used for mapping and state-average comparisons.
Licensed bed capacity (maximum allowed). Not the same as how many beds are currently filled.
Indicates whether residents are allowed to have pets in the facility.
Third-party neighborhood walkability score (0–100). Convenience/context metric, not a healthcare quality measure.
Description of bed or unit types offered (e.g. assisted living, memory care), as reported in state or facility disclosures.
A 0–100 score of a facility's regulatory inspection record, shown as a letter and compared with other facilities of the same kind in the same state. This is a proprietary Assisted Living Magazine grade. It is not a government rating. A dash means we have no inspection data for that facility.
Better Business Bureau grade for the operating company. Reflects complaint handling and business practices, not clinical care quality.
A named contact for the facility. Hover the name to see their role — Administrator (state administrator of record or facility-provided administrator), Nursing Director, Medical Director, or Staff. The most authoritative available is shown.
Name of the licensed owner, operator, or managing entity as filed with the state. Useful for grouping facilities under the same organization.
Payment methods or payer types accepted (e.g. private pay, Medicaid), as reported in state or survey data.
Lakewood Reserve
IL
AL
MC
Lakewood (Belmar)
274
Facility 274
CO AVG 90
Rank #1 / 103
Yes
84
Facility 84
CO AVG 55
Rank #15 / 231
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 BedA+--Pierce Senior Care LLCPrivate pay
The Ridge Pinehurst
IL
AL
MC
Lakewood (Academy Park)
164
Facility 164
CO AVG 90
Rank #9 / 103
Yes
20
Facility 20
CO AVG 55
Rank #216 / 231
1 Bed / 2 BedB+-John McelderryRidge Pinehurst LLCPrivate pay
Village at Belmar
IL
AL
MC
Lakewood (Creighton)
115
Facility 115
CO AVG 90
Rank #24 / 103
Yes
73
Facility 73
CO AVG 55
Rank #46 / 231
2 BedB-A+Diego BarrantesBmsh I Lakewood Co LLCPrivate pay
Gardens Care Senior Living – Homestead
IL
AL
Lakewood (Edgewood)
49
Facility 49
CO AVG 90
Rank #81 / 103
Yes
72
Facility 72
CO AVG 55
Rank #51 / 231
-C+-Jennifer ConradThe Gardens Care Homes LLCPrivate pay
The Summit
IL
Lakewood (Martindale)
-Yes
69
Facility 69
CO AVG 55
Rank #69 / 231
1 Bed / 2 Bed-----
Carmel Oaks
IL
Lakewood (Lasley)
-No
37
Facility 37
CO AVG 55
Rank #178 / 231
1 Bed / 2 Bed-A+---
Eaton Senior Communities
IL
Lakewood (Martindale)
-Yes
69
Facility 69
CO AVG 55
Rank #69 / 231
1 Bed-----
Lakeview Senior Living
IL
Lakewood
-Yes
66
Facility 66
CO AVG 55
Rank #83 / 231
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed-----
Brookdale Meridian Lakewood
IL
AL
CCRC
MC
NH
SNF
Lakewood (Kendrick Lake)
-Yes
66
Facility 66
CO AVG 55
Rank #83 / 231
1 Bed / 2 Bed-----
The Courtyard At Lakewood | Sky Active Living
IL
Lakewood
-Yes
74
Facility 74
CO AVG 55
Rank #41 / 231
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed-----

Rank badges are statewide and care-type specific: each independent living community is ranked against every other CO independent living community we track that reports that metric, not just the 17 analyzed for Lakewood. See how we rank facilities

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Overview of Village at Belmar

Village at Belmar is an independent living with assisted and memory care living services that boasts a vibrant lifestyle found through the youthful energy the residents enhance. The family-like atmosphere of the care home encourages residents to live a little more enriching during their golden years, making them one of Lakewood’s trusted senior living communities. As a community that celebrates an individual,  they discover a purposeful life that is well lived, thanks to the full support of the staff who promote an independent lifestyle based on their terms.

Village at Belmar promotes a kind of service that is flexible to the needs of any resident. Community features include essential amenities and services available to residents, such as housekeeping and transportation services, a unique culinary meal experience, and beautifully furnished lounge areas. It provides its exclusive Bridge to Belonging memory care program.

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Overview of Lakewood Reserve

Lakewood Reserve is an exceptional senior living community in Colorado. This assisted living community with memory care services embraces the diverse needs of its residents, providing both standard assisted living for those requiring assistance with daily activities and a secure memory care neighborhood dedicated exclusively to individuals with Alzheimer’s Disease and other neuro-cognitive disorders. 

Lakewood Reserve is located in one of Denver’s most charming neighborhoods and is near the beloved shops and restaurants of Belmar and the vibrant downtown Lakewood. Residents get to enjoy a warm and inviting atmosphere, where compassionate care and enriching activities create a fulfilling lifestyle. With a focus on personalized attention and a range of amenities, Lakewood Reserve is committed to ensuring seniors thrive and experience the best of senior living. 

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Overview of The Ridge Pinehurst

Located in Lakewood, Colorado, The Ridge Pinehurst stands as a luxury senior living community, offering a range of care options including independent living, assisted living, and memory care. Their commitment lies in delivering personalized care tailored to meet the unique needs of each resident, adapting as those needs evolve over time.

Conveniently located near Denver, Colorado, The Ridge Pinehurst boasts a captivating state-of-the-art campus that beckons seniors to embark on endless explorations. Embrace the mile-high city by indulging in invigorating hikes or relishing downtown Denver’s culinary delights and museum experiences. Alternatively, residents can savor the peaceful suburban lifestyle that Lakewood offers, truly making The Ridge Pinehurst a destination of boundless opportunities and treasured moments.

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Overview of Gardens Care Senior Living – Homestead

Located in Lakewood, Colorado, Gardens Care Senior Living Homestead graces a 4.25-acre campus, featuring 24 Independent Living cottages and 35 Assisted Living apartments. This assisted living community presents premier assisted living with a relaxed atmosphere, complemented by a dedicated 24-hour staff, ensuring residents receive attentive care around the clock. The Assisted Living apartments have mini-kitchens and full private bathrooms, providing seniors with comfort and convenience. They have the luxury to choose between one-bedroom apartments or studio apartments, catering to their preferences.

Embracing a sense of community, Gardens Care Senior Living Homestead offers beautiful common areas, including two outside patios, ideal for visiting, dining, or simply relishing the great outdoors. The newly remodeled lodge, private suites, salon, library, billiard room, and theater room contribute to the array of inviting spaces available to residents. Discover a place where seniors can savor their golden years with comfort, joy, and peace of mind at Gardens Care Senior Living Homestead.

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Overview of Carmel Oaks

Live the retirement of your dreams at Carmel Oaks, a distinct community in Lakewood, CO, offering independent living. The community has beautifully furnished and spacious one- and two-bedroom floor plans, designed for residents’ comfort and safety. Residents also keep their peace of mind with on-site maintenance and many convenient amenities.

Recreation sites and delightful local amenities are available nearby, providing residents with easy access to leisure and wellness. The community also features a breakfast and coffee concierge for residents’ convenience. Other amenities include a fitness center, a game room, a media center, a business center, and a clubhouse, creating the ideal setting for residents to spend their golden years happily.

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Overview of The Courtyard at Lakewood | Sky Active Living

Lakewood’s Molholm/Two Creeks neighborhood is where you’ll find The Courtyard at Lakewood, part of the Sky Active Living group. It’s built for independent living, so if you’re picturing nursing staff and medication schedules, that’s not what’s happening here. Residents live in their own studio, one-bedroom, or two-bedroom apartments (studios run about 471 to 539 square feet, the bigger units 636 to 685) inside a three-story building.

Here’s the thing about “independent living” that people sometimes miss: it doesn’t mean isolated. It means residents keep their own space and their own schedule while a kitchen staff handles the cooking. You get chef-prepared meals without doing dishes, plus transportation services and fitness and recreation programs baked into daily life. Pets are welcome too, which matters more than people expect once they’re actually moving.

Location-wise, this is a genuinely walkable pocket of Lakewood. A Walk Score of 74 means most errands, a coffee run, a pharmacy trip, don’t require a car. Colorado Mills Mall and the Belmar development are both close by, and Lakewood Country Club sits nearby if that’s relevant to someone’s routine. Denver and Wheat Ridge are near enough for an easy afternoon out. St. Anthony Hospital is about three miles off, which is close enough to matter if it ever needs to.

What this adds up to is a community where the apartment is genuinely yours, the neighborhood does a lot of the heavy lifting, and the support that exists (dining, transportation, fitness) is there to make independent life easier rather than to manage it for you.

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Overview of Brookdale Meridian Lakewood

Brookdale Meridian Lakewood offers nursing home, assisted living, continuing care retirement community, independent living, memory care, and skilled nursing in Lakewood, Colorado. Assisted living includes help with daily tasks such as dressing, bathing, and taking medication, while independent living is for private living without daily care. Memory care provides a secured setting with supervision, and skilled nursing includes licensed nursing care on site around the clock. The range of care levels may suit a resident whose needs grow over time and who wants to remain within the same community.

Housing options include one bedroom and two bedroom layouts. A two bedroom can work well for a couple moving together or for someone who wants a companion, while a one bedroom offers a single private space. The starting price is $4,745, and the available information does not connect that figure to a specific care level.

Residents can use the pool, salon, barber, and spa for on site recreation and personal grooming. The chapel and religious services support worship within the community, while transportation is available for residents who need rides. Brookdale HealthPlus provides clinical care coordination with oversight from a dedicated Brookdale RN Care Manager.

Brookdale Meridian Lakewood is in the Kendrick Lake neighborhood, where a Walk Score of 66 means some errands can be done on foot. For a resident who no longer drives, select outings may be possible without relying on a car or ride. Pets are allowed, so a resident may be able to bring a pet when moving in.

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Overview of Eaton Senior Communities

Eaton Senior Communities is a locally owned and operated independent living community in Lakewood, CO, that offers affordable accommodations for those 62+. With a variety of thoughtfully designed studio and one-bedroom apartments, the community ensures older adults can feel at home in its warm and nurturing environment. Restaurant-style dining, life enrichment programs, and service coordination are also offered to help maintain residents’ independence with ease. The community also features HUD-subsidized apartments, offering income-based rents to ensure affordability.

Gardening, themed events, and plenty of activities accompany residents, ensuring they remain active and socially engaged. Scheduled transportation, a hair salon, and on-site occupational and physical therapy are also offered for residents’ convenience. Bus stops, shops, and restaurants also surround the area, providing residents with easy access to their needs and leisure. As one of the trusted choices for senior living in Colorado, this independent living community strives to keep older adults comfortable and safe.

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Overview of The Summit

Make every moment count at The Summit, a distinguished 62+ community that offers independent living. Purposely built and spacious accommodations are available in a vibrant and friendly environment, ensuring residents feel a sense of belonging during their stay. Here, residents enjoy a hassle-free lifestyle with on-site maintenance and management.

Residents will not run out of things to do with a jam-packed calendar of fun recreational activities and enriching programs that aim to keep them active and socially engaged. The community also works with Legacy Healthcare Services to provide physical, occupational, and speech therapies. Restaurant-style dining is also available to satisfy residents’ dietary needs and preferences. With its comprehensive services and top-notch amenities, residents are guaranteed the finest retirement experience.

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Overview of Brookdale Meridian Westland

Brookdale Meridian Westland provides exceptional service for seniors in independent living. The retirement home strives to provide a dedicated approach to enhancing the quality of life for seniors in need of quality assistance by providing options that specifically cater to each individual’s needs while still maintaining a level of independence and individuality. As a member of the Brookdale Senior Living Group, the Meridian Westland community is guaranteed to provide a resident-centered atmosphere for its seniors, promoting a comfortable and secure living situation for them.

Life at Brookdale Meridian Westland is designed to make lives safe and convenient for everyone– spacious common areas, recreational rooms, housekeeping, and transportation services; management pride itself on its approach to modern assisted living care which is unparalleled with its remarkable care staff that offers compassionate care with their service. 

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Weighting overview

  • 35%
    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.

  • 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 Lakewood, CO

What is the average cost of independent living in Lakewood, CO?

The average monthly cost of independent living in Lakewood, CO is approximately $1,822. Actual rates vary by community, level of care, and floorplan.

What is the price range for independent living in Lakewood, CO?

Independent living in Lakewood, CO typically ranges from $963 - $4,785 per month, depending on the community, room type, and care needs.

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 17 independent living communities in Lakewood, CO. Use the filters and comparison tools above to compare ratings, amenities, and pricing.

How do I choose the right independent living community in Lakewood, CO?

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 Lakewood, CO, 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 Lakewood, CO?

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.

Independent Living in Lakewood at a glance

Avg Walk Score: 60/ 100The average Walk Score across facilities in Lakewood, CO. 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: 151The average licensed bed capacity across facilities in Lakewood, CO. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: 90