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Page 4 of Best Independent Living in Missouri

Why trust this guide? Our editorial team analyzed 150 independent living communities in MO using MO Dept. of Health & Senior Services (DHSS) data, inspection records, complaints, amenities, and facility-level details. How we rank independent living in MO
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Jul 2026
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150 homes
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Avg Walk Score: 45/ 100The average Walk Score across facilities in Missouri. 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: 96The average licensed bed capacity across facilities in Missouri. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: 90

Compare Independent Living around Missouri

Info below is compiled from the MO Dept. of Health & Senior Services (DHSS), senior community websites & trusted data sources such as Walk Score & BBB.

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

Heisinger Bluffs
IL
AL
MC
NH
RC
SNF
Jefferson City
111
Facility 111
MO AVG 96
Rank #154 / 450
No
32
Facility 32
MO AVG 45
Rank #376 / 563
1 Bed / 2 Bed / 3 BedHeisinger Bluffs Opco LLC--
Linden Woods Village
IL
AL
NH
SNF
Gladstone
40
Facility 40
MO AVG 96
Rank #415 / 450
Yes
53
Facility 53
MO AVG 45
Rank #217 / 563
-Ccrc Of Gladstone LLC--
Laclede Groves
IL
AL
MC
NH
St. Louis
251
Facility 251
MO AVG 96
Rank #3 / 450
No
35
Facility 35
MO AVG 45
Rank #356 / 563
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Brookdale West County
IL
AL
MC
NH
SNF
Ballwin
98
Facility 98
MO AVG 96
Rank #187 / 450
Yes
56
Facility 56
MO AVG 45
Rank #181 / 563
Unit TypeVb Ballwin Sh, LLC
48
Facility 48
MO AVG 11
Rank #4 / 220
A+
Aberdeen Heights
IL
AL
HOS
MC
NH
SNF
Kirkwood
91
Facility 91
MO AVG 96
Rank #219 / 450
Yes
89
Facility 89
MO AVG 45
Rank #29 / 563
Skilled Nursing Facility (38), ICF (17), ALF** (36)Ashfield Active Living & Wellness Communities, Inc--
John Knox Village
IL
AL
HC
HOS
MC
NH
RC
SNF
Lee's Summit
408
Facility 408
MO AVG 96
Rank #1 / 450
Yes
58
Facility 58
MO AVG 45
Rank #170 / 563
Apartment / Cottage / 1 Bed / 2 BedJohn Knox Village-A+
Brookdale Creve Coeur
IL
AL
St. Louis (New Ballas Place)
46
Facility 46
MO AVG 96
Rank #401 / 450
Yes
64
Facility 64
MO AVG 45
Rank #135 / 563
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 BedBrookdale Living Communities Of Missouri-Cc, LLC
48
Facility 48
MO AVG 11
Rank #4 / 220
A+
Farmington Presbyterian Manor
IL
AL
MC
NH
SNF
Farmington
90
Facility 90
MO AVG 96
Rank #225 / 450
Yes
66
Facility 66
MO AVG 45
Rank #113 / 563
-Presbyterian Manors, Inc
11
Facility 11
MO AVG 11
Rank #75 / 220
A+
Clarendale of St. Peters
IL
AL
MC
St Peters (Bellemeade Estates)
110
Facility 110
MO AVG 96
Rank #155 / 450
Yes
61
Facility 61
MO AVG 45
Rank #154 / 563
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 BedSt Peters Mo Senior Living Leaseco LLC--
Brookdale Wornall Place
IL
AL
Kansas City (Country Lane Estates)
68
Facility 68
MO AVG 96
Rank #311 / 450
Yes
30
Facility 30
MO AVG 45
Rank #386 / 563
1 Bed / 2 BedBlc Kansas City-Gc, LLC
48
Facility 48
MO AVG 11
Rank #4 / 220
A+
The Madison Senior Living
IL
AL
MC
Kansas City (Martin City)
66
Facility 66
MO AVG 96
Rank #317 / 450
Yes
32
Facility 32
MO AVG 45
Rank #376 / 563
Studio / 1 BedSwkc Senior Community LLC
6
Facility 6
MO AVG 11
Rank #89 / 220
A+
New Perspective Senior Living | Weldon Spring
IL
AL
MC
Weldon Spring
170
Facility 170
MO AVG 96
Rank #34 / 450
Yes
13
Facility 13
MO AVG 45
Rank #486 / 563
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 BedWeldon Springs Ops LLC
19
Facility 19
MO AVG 11
Rank #52 / 220
A+
Senior Living at Cambridge Heights Apartments
IL
St. Louis (Columbus Square)
-Yes
77
Facility 77
MO AVG 45
Rank #53 / 563
1 Bed / 2 Bed---
TigerPlace
IL
Columbia (Bluff Creek Drive)
112
Facility 112
MO AVG 96
Rank #152 / 450
Yes
23
Facility 23
MO AVG 45
Rank #432 / 563
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 BedTiger Place LLC
17
Facility 17
MO AVG 11
Rank #58 / 220
A+
Breeze Park – Lutheran Senior Services
IL
AL
MC
NH
SNF
Weldon Spring
50
Facility 50
MO AVG 96
Rank #386 / 450
No
2
Facility 2
MO AVG 45
Rank #545 / 563
1 Bed / 2 Bed-
18
Facility 18
MO AVG 11
Rank #55 / 220
A+
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Clarendale Clayton

7651 Clayton Rd, Clayton, MO 63117
Overview of Clarendale Clayton

Clarendale Clayton, nestled in the heart of Missouri, is a breath of fresh air in the realm of senior living. Embrace the freedom and independence of their independent living services, where you can savor the joys of a maintenance-free lifestyle. For those seeking extra support, their residential assisted living services provide a nurturing and secure environment where residents can thrive with the assistance they need. For individuals requiring specialized care, Clarendale Clayton also offers memory care living, ensuring that residents with cognitive challenges receive personalized support and a comforting environment designed to enhance their well-being.

The dedicated concierge team is ready to cater to your every need, ensuring that every moment is met with utmost care and attention. Step onto the rooftop terrace, and you’ll discover a haven where tranquility and breathtaking views collide. Immerse yourself in the well-appointed fitness studio, where health and wellness take center stage. Indulge in the pleasures of the bistro, salon, and spa, where relaxation and rejuvenation await. Every living space within Clarendale Clayton is meticulously designed to exude opulence and style, from the penthouse suites boasting magnificent views to the private balconies that offer residents their oasis.

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Overview of The Gardens Assisted Living & Memory Care

Located amidst the charming streets of Springfield, the Gardens Assisted Living and Memory Care Community is a beacon of faith-based goodness that has been inspiring social, spiritual, and physical health among its esteemed residents since 1959. Here, every individual is celebrated and cherished, with a devoted team of caregivers available round the clock and a wide range of health services, including pharmacy services, therapy services, onsite podiatry, and medication management, ensuring that every individual has access to the care they require to live their lives to the fullest.

The Gardens boasts a stunning array of amenities, from its awe-inspiring chapel that exudes serenity and tranquility to its immaculate library. Its computer center and WiFi cater to the tech-savvy, while the rejuvenating Jacuzzi spa and onsite salon offer the perfect oasis of relaxation and pampering. The community’s well-appointed fitness center further inspires a sense of vitality, inviting residents to indulge in their fitness goals and live their best lives in their golden years. 

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Independence Court

121 Independence Dr, Perryville, MO 63775-1496
Overview of Independence Court

Independence Court is a 75-bed residential care facility at 121 Independence Drive, Perryville, Perry County, Missouri, operated by Independence Health System, Inc under the administration of Dana Korando. The facility provides memory care, rehabilitation services, and skilled care. It maintains 24-hour staffing and operates continuously. The neighborhood is moderately walkable with a walk score of 69.

The facility has received CMS 5-Star Facility recognition, indicating superior quality performance according to Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services rating criteria.

The facility indicates 24-hour staffing is maintained.

Rehabilitation services and skilled care are referenced. Religious services and ombudsman services are available.

The facility accepts Missouri Medicaid programs, including the Aged and Disabled Waiver, Missouri Supplemental Nursing Care, Structured Family Caregiving Waiver, MO HealthNet Aged Blind and Disabled, and Medicare Savings Program. Veterans and spouses may qualify for VA Aid and Attendance benefits.

The facility’s regulatory history shows zero total inspections recorded, compared to a Missouri state average of seven for comparable residential care facilities. This unusually sparse inspection history requires explanation.

Before considering placement, families should request staffing documentation, memory care protocols, current licensing records, and clarification of the CMS 5-Star rating basis.

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Capetown Senior Living

2857 Cape La Croix Rd, Cape Girardeau, MO 63701
Overview of Capetown Senior Living

Settling in the idyllic Cape Lacroix Road, Cape Girardeau, MO, is the esteemed senior living community of Capetown Senior Living by Americare that offers assisted living, independent living, memory care, respite, hospice, adult day club, home health care, and rehabilitation. The community strives to provide an accessible and cozy residence for seniors, featuring studio and two-bedroom floor plans designed for comfort and safety. With its commitment to enhancing seniors’ quality of life, Capetown Senior Living delivers top-notch care and support from a qualified and highly skilled team.

Live the retirement of your dreams while exploring new endeavors through enjoyable activities and fun programs. Have wonderful interactions over delightful and healthy meals for an unforgettable dining experience. Capetown Senior Living is regarded as the Best Assisted Living by US News and World Report from 2023 to 2024 as proof of its unrivaled quality.

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The Gardens

1414 W Edgewood St, Springfield, MO 65807
Overview of The Gardens

Located in Greene County, The Gardens is a 148-bed senior living community in Springfield, Missouri, operated by BSLC II (Bethesda Senior Living) under administrator Heather Brown The community offers independent living, assisted living, and memory care across a continuum of care, with floor plan options ranging from studios to one-bedroom deluxe units.

CMS-reported staffing data shows LPN coverage at 1h 17m per resident per day, about 40 percent above the Missouri average of 55 minutes, a figure that reflects stronger medication administration and hands-on care presence than most comparable Missouri communities. Weekend total nursing hours run 3h 54m per resident per day, 12 percent above the state average of 3h 29m.

Amenities include a garden, computer lab, and structured activity calendar. The built-in overview describes flexible meal plans, housekeeping and laundry, and pharmacy services within the independent living program.

The Gardens suits older adults in Greene County looking for a planned continuum of care across independent living, assisted living, and memory care within a single Bethesda Senior Living campus in Springfield.

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Overview of The Boulevard Senior Living of Saint Peters

Situated in St. Peters, MO, The Boulevard Senior Living of Saint Peters is a trusted senior living community that offers a range of senior living options, including independent living, assisted living, and memory care. Empowering seniors to live a fulfilling and connected life, the community offers quality services, a wide range of amenities, engaging, resident-led events, and entertainment. Everyday is stress-free with maintenance and housekeeping, concierge services, transportation, and pet care provided by the community’s attentive team.

Live your days your way with a range of activities and amenities that are thoughtfully designed for residents’ enjoyment and needs. From restaurant dining, engaging events and entertainment, to exercise classes, local trips and shopping, and more, there’s never a scarcity of things to enjoy. Amenities such as a pool, wellness center, private dining, lounges, country demonstration kitchen, crafting center, and libraries, provide more opportunities for relaxation, connecting with friends, or exploration.

Contact The Boulevard Senior Living of Saint Peters

The Grand Royale

2900 Ne Kendallwood Pkwy, Gladstone, MO 64119
Overview of The Grand Royale

Discover the perfect place for seniors in Gladstone, where life at The Grand Royale is nothing short of vibrant. Here, compassion, respect, and purpose are fostered within a close-knit community that also offers exceptional assisted living facilities for seniors. With senior living services available 24 hours a day, residents can rest assured that their needs are met, providing them with the support and care they deserve to fully embrace all the joys of this remarkable community.

Indulge in the well-appointed dining room, where exquisite meals are savored and shared. Immerse yourself in a cinematic experience at the state-of-the-art movie theater or engage in friendly competition at the inviting billiards parlor. Enhance your well-being at the beauty bar, where pampering and rejuvenation take center stage. The possibilities are endless, ensuring that every day is filled with excitement and fulfillment for both independent living and assisted living residents. Stay connected with Wi-Fi and cable services, and revel in the comfort of weekly housekeeping. Engage in scheduled activities that promote socialization and exploration, allowing you to discover new passions and forge lasting connections. With exceptional assisted living facilities, tailored care and assistance are provided to seniors, ensuring their comfort and well-being.

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Overview of The Villa at Riverwood

Enjoy a serene, picturesque setting with cozy neighborhoods, and a nearby bird sanctuary at The Villa at Riverwood, a welcoming senior living community Florissant, MO, offering independent living. The community offers a variety of floor plans, including studios and one and two-bedroom apartments with access to convenient services and amenities. With front desk concierge service 24/7, weekly housekeeping and laundry services, and free, scheduled transportation, residents live a convenient lifestyle.

Providing a comfortable and engaging living experience for seniors, The Villa at Riverwood conducts a variety of engaging activities tailored to residents’ interests and preferences. The community offers numerous amenities and programs, including a beauty salon, Ageility gym, library, activity studio, card and game room, and TV lounge. Additionally, residents benefit from an emergency pendant system, a pet-friendly environment, on-site maintenance, and various medical services to ensure they stay on top of their health needs.

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Overview of Genry Estates

Located in the picturesque landscape of Columbia, Missouri, Genry Estates offers modern apartments designed for an extraordinary senior living experience. With an array of modern amenities and conveniences at their fingertips, residents can indulge in the seamless fusion of comfort and style. The location itself adds to the allure, providing easy access to a host of local conveniences, including medical facilities and fitness centers, ensuring that every need is within reach.

From the fitness center to the billiards room, every corner of Genry Estates resonates with the spirit of camaraderie and leisure. An outdoor patio invites residents to stroll along walking paths, breathing in the fresh air and savoring moments of tranquility. With resident-controlled access and a beautifully furnished community room, every detail is tailored to create an atmosphere of comfort and joy.

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Overview of Turners Rock Senior Living Community

Turners Rock is a stunning senior living community in Springfield, Missouri, designed to meet the individual needs of its residents and offer them the freedom to be themselves. The family-owned community provides quality independent senior living, assisted living, and memory care, with a focus on fostering meaningful connections.

Turners Rock features a stately design and amazing amenities, including a resort-style pool, outdoor fire pit, bar, and a packed calendar of community events. Residents have easy access to a variety of local restaurants, shops, and activities, as well as convenient medical care. The community’s independent living option enables residents to lead a liberating lifestyle, with team members handling housekeeping, home maintenance, and cooking. The assisted living and memory care services provide additional support, with a personalized approach to honoring each resident’s past and current abilities. Turners Rock offers a wide range of amenities, including a library, living areas, salon, fitness area, and movie theater, allowing residents to live the lifestyle they’ve always dreamed of.

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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 Missouri

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

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

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 Missouri, 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 Missouri?

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.