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Compare Independent Living around Springfield (Metro Area)
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| The Montclair |
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Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support.
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Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence. |
Springfield (Old Monterey Apartments) | - | No | 61 | - | 22 | A+ |
| The Cambridge Senior Living |
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Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support. |
Springfield (Meador Park) | - | Yes | 75 | - | - | - |
| Close To Paradise Assisted Living LLC | — | Springfield | 10 | — | — | — | — | — |
| Jacobs Care Center, LLC | — | Springfield | 12 | — | — | — | — | — |
Nestled in Springfield, Missouri, The Montclair is a distinguished independent senior living and memory care community that’s conveniently located near medical facilities and local businesses in the area. At The Montclair, residents can savor a maintenance-free lifestyle as the staff takes care of daily tasks.
The Montclair provides ample opportunities for residents to forge new friendships and maintain an active lifestyle and offers a range of amenities, including spacious seating areas, a cozy library, recreational game rooms, outdoor seating areas, and picturesque walking paths. They also have weekly social group activities and events ensuring that residents remain socially engaged and entertained.
Awarded the US News and World Report’s Best Assisted Living and Best Memory Care from 2022 to 2023, The Cambridge Senior Living located in the serene South Jefferson Avenue, Springfield, MO, is a distinguished senior living community offering assisted living, independent living, and memory care. With beautifully designed and spacious residences, seniors enjoy comfort and relaxation at its finest. A competent and highly skilled strives to deliver top-tier care and support for seniors to thrive and live their lives to the fullest.
Discover new interests and relive passions with fun activities and exciting events conducted for seniors seeking an active and well-rounded lifestyle. Feel your best with delightful and nutritious meals that satisfy dietary needs and tastes. The Cambridge Senior Living is a haven for seniors looking to live their golden years in comfort and luxury with its scenic campus filled with incredible amenities and peaceful spaces.
What does this home offer?
Pets Allowed
Building Type: 3-story
Fitness and Recreation
How we rank these independent living communities
Every community above is evaluated across six weighted categories using public data including state inspection records, review platforms, BBB profiles, and operator-published materials.
Weighting overview
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.
Regulatory & Safety Record 25%
State inspection records, citations, and complaint visits. We weight per-inspection rates more heavily than raw counts.
Visual Media & Transparency 15%
Communities that publish high-quality visuals give families a real preview. No photos or tours = a negative transparency signal.
Website & Operator Transparency 10%
Site quality and whether the operator publishes basic accountability information — staff names, contact details, ownership.
Community Stability 10%
Operational signals indicating whether a community is well-run and meeting demand.
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.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Independent Living in Springfield, MO
What is the average cost of independent living in Springfield, MO?
The average monthly cost of independent living in Springfield, MO is approximately $1,375. Actual rates vary by community, level of care, and floorplan.
What is the price range for independent living in Springfield, MO?
Independent living in Springfield, MO typically ranges from $602 - $3,729 per month, depending on the community, room type, and care needs.
How many licensed independent living communities are there in Springfield, MO?
According to state licensing records, there are approximately 29 licensed independent living communities in Springfield, MO.
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 2 independent living communities in Springfield, MO. Use the filters and comparison tools above to compare ratings, amenities, and pricing.
How do I choose the right independent living community in Springfield, MO?
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 Springfield, MO, 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 Springfield, MO?
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.





