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Best Independent Living in Wisconsin

Why trust this guide? Our editorial team analyzed 199 independent living communities in Wisconsin using Wisconsin Department of Health Services (DHS) data, inspection records, complaints, amenities, and facility-level details. How we rank independent living in WI
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Last updated
Jun 2026
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199 homes
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Avg Walk Score: 42/ 100The average Walk Score across facilities in Wisconsin. 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: 61The average licensed bed capacity across facilities in Wisconsin. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: 90

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Aspire Senior Living Oshkosh
IL
AL
MC
Oshkosh
86
Facility 86
WI AVG 61
Rank #105 / 496
No
49
Facility 49
WI AVG 42
Rank #232 / 580
1 bed / 2 Bed
3
Facility 3
WI AVG 12
Rank #261 / 334
55.8%
Facility 55.8%
WI AVG 74.3%
Rank #335 / 406
-Hsl 17 LLCMilo Pinkerton6
6
Facility 6
WI AVG 3.8
Rank #223 / 312
1
Facility 1
WI AVG 12
Rank #69 / 312
0.2
Facility 0.2
WI AVG 2.0
Rank #71 / 312
Trinity Woods
IL
AL
MC
NH
Milwaukee (Mount Mary)
90
Facility 90
WI AVG 61
Rank #90 / 496
No
63
Facility 63
WI AVG 42
Rank #140 / 580
Suite
3
Facility 3
WI AVG 12
Rank #261 / 334
--Ssnd Mmu Mch Venture IncDavid Fulcher----
Oak Park Place Madison East
IL
AL
MC
NH
Madison (North Star)
100
Facility 100
WI AVG 61
Rank #67 / 496
No
53
Facility 53
WI AVG 42
Rank #201 / 580
1 Bed / 2 Bed
20
Facility 20
WI AVG 12
Rank #59 / 334
-A+Becky BalousekOak Park Nursing And Rehabilitation Center LLC----
Heritage Lake Country
IL
AL
MC
Hartland
72
Facility 72
WI AVG 61
Rank #148 / 496
Yes
22
Facility 22
WI AVG 42
Rank #433 / 580
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
8
Facility 8
WI AVG 12
Rank #160 / 334
90.3%
Facility 90.3%
WI AVG 74.3%
Rank #90 / 406
-Hsl 15 LLCMilo Pinkerton3
2
Facility 2
WI AVG 3.8
Rank #108 / 312
1
Facility 1
WI AVG 12
Rank #69 / 312
0.3
Facility 0.3
WI AVG 2.0
Rank #75 / 312
Waunakee Valley Senior Living
IL
NH
AL
MC
Waunakee (Country Aire)
94
Facility 94
WI AVG 61
Rank #85 / 496
Yes
51
Facility 51
WI AVG 42
Rank #219 / 580
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
1
Facility 1
WI AVG 12
Rank #299 / 334
56.1%
Facility 56.1%
WI AVG 74.3%
Rank #334 / 406
-Ryan HoekstraAhr Waunakee Trs Sub LLC----
Pine Haven Christian Communities
IL
AL
HC
MC
PC
RC
Sheboygan Falls
105
Facility 105
WI AVG 61
Rank #59 / 496
No
33
Facility 33
WI AVG 42
Rank #357 / 580
Private Rooms
39
Facility 39
WI AVG 12
Rank #11 / 334
81.0%
Facility 81.0%
WI AVG 74.3%
Rank #169 / 406
-Pine Haven Christian Home IncPeter Leer2
2
Facility 2
WI AVG 3.8
Rank #108 / 312
0
Facility 0
WI AVG 12
Rank #1 / 312
0.0
Facility 0.0
WI AVG 2.0
Rank #1 / 312
The Waterford at Fitchburg
IL
AL
RC
Fitchburg
71
Facility 71
WI AVG 61
Rank #152 / 496
Yes
64
Facility 64
WI AVG 42
Rank #133 / 580
1 Bed / 2 Bed
12
Facility 12
WI AVG 12
Rank #109 / 334
--Csl West Bend LLCKirsten Hutchison2
1
Facility 1
WI AVG 3.8
Rank #59 / 312
1
Facility 1
WI AVG 12
Rank #69 / 312
0.5
Facility 0.5
WI AVG 2.0
Rank #95 / 312
New Perspective North Shore
IL
AL
MC
Brown Deer (North 60Th Street)
60
Facility 60
WI AVG 61
Rank #186 / 496
Yes
47
Facility 47
WI AVG 42
Rank #252 / 580
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
18
Facility 18
WI AVG 12
Rank #69 / 334
-A+Beaver Creek Ops LLCRyan Novaczyk----
New Perspective Senior Living | West Bend
IL
AL
MC
West Bend
60
Facility 60
WI AVG 61
Rank #186 / 496
Yes
28
Facility 28
WI AVG 42
Rank #391 / 580
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
18
Facility 18
WI AVG 12
Rank #69 / 334
56.7%
Facility 56.7%
WI AVG 74.3%
Rank #331 / 406
A+West Bend Ops LLCRyan Novaczyk9
9
Facility 9
WI AVG 3.8
Rank #278 / 312
18
Facility 18
WI AVG 12
Rank #246 / 312
2.0
Facility 2.0
WI AVG 2.0
Rank #213 / 312
Stair Crest
IL
AL
MC
Muskego (Tess Corners)
56
Facility 56
WI AVG 61
Rank #212 / 496
No
14
Facility 14
WI AVG 42
Rank #468 / 580
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
1
Facility 1
WI AVG 12
Rank #299 / 334
69.6%
Facility 69.6%
WI AVG 74.3%
Rank #260 / 406
-Phw Inc Dba Stair CrestKari Ajack1
0
Facility 0
WI AVG 3.8
Rank #1 / 312
0
Facility 0
WI AVG 12
Rank #1 / 312
0.0
Facility 0.0
WI AVG 2.0
Rank #1 / 312
Laurel Oaks Senior Living
IL
AL
RC
Glendale (West Bender Road)
71
Facility 71
WI AVG 61
Rank #152 / 496
No
39
Facility 39
WI AVG 42
Rank #308 / 580
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
4
Facility 4
WI AVG 12
Rank #236 / 334
33.8%
Facility 33.8%
WI AVG 74.3%
Rank #398 / 406
-Lo Opco LLCChrsitian Cummings3
4
Facility 4
WI AVG 3.8
Rank #178 / 312
2
Facility 2
WI AVG 12
Rank #100 / 312
0.7
Facility 0.7
WI AVG 2.0
Rank #117 / 312
Appleton Retirement Community
IL
AL
RC
Appleton (Downtown)
104
Facility 104
WI AVG 61
Rank #62 / 496
Yes
84
Facility 84
WI AVG 42
Rank #31 / 580
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
6
Facility 6
WI AVG 12
Rank #202 / 334
92.3%
Facility 92.3%
WI AVG 74.3%
Rank #72 / 406
-Appleton Retirement Community,LLCRick Schaller3
3
Facility 3
WI AVG 3.8
Rank #143 / 312
0
Facility 0
WI AVG 12
Rank #1 / 312
0.0
Facility 0.0
WI AVG 2.0
Rank #1 / 312
Renaissance Senior Living of Hilldale
IL
AL
MC
Madison (Madison Yards At Hill Farms)
64
Facility 64
WI AVG 61
Rank #171 / 496
No
85
Facility 85
WI AVG 42
Rank #20 / 580
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
4
Facility 4
WI AVG 12
Rank #236 / 334
60.9%
Facility 60.9%
WI AVG 74.3%
Rank #312 / 406
-Madison Senior Services LLCBryan Cook1
1
Facility 1
WI AVG 3.8
Rank #59 / 312
0
Facility 0
WI AVG 12
Rank #1 / 312
0.0
Facility 0.0
WI AVG 2.0
Rank #1 / 312
New Perspective Senior Living | Waukesha
IL
AL
MC
Waukesha (Village Of Waukesha)
60
Facility 60
WI AVG 61
Rank #186 / 496
Yes
33
Facility 33
WI AVG 42
Rank #357 / 580
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
18
Facility 18
WI AVG 12
Rank #69 / 334
48.3%
Facility 48.3%
WI AVG 74.3%
Rank #364 / 406
A+Waukesha Ops LLCRyan Nocaczyk18
16
Facility 16
WI AVG 3.8
Rank #312 / 312
51
Facility 51
WI AVG 12
Rank #298 / 312
2.8
Facility 2.8
WI AVG 2.0
Rank #249 / 312
Hart Park Square Senior Living
IL
AL
RC
Wauwatosa (River Parkway)
55
Facility 55
WI AVG 61
Rank #215 / 496
No
77
Facility 77
WI AVG 42
Rank #61 / 580
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
4
Facility 4
WI AVG 12
Rank #236 / 334
45.5%
Facility 45.5%
WI AVG 74.3%
Rank #370 / 406
-Hpsmld Opco LLCChristian Cummings3
4
Facility 4
WI AVG 3.8
Rank #178 / 312
2
Facility 2
WI AVG 12
Rank #100 / 312
0.7
Facility 0.7
WI AVG 2.0
Rank #117 / 312
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Overview of The Parkview Senior Living Community

The Parkview is a comfortable senior community offering residential assisted living services, memory care, and active 55+ retirement living in Racine. The senior living community is known for its warm and welcoming environment that promotes a safe and secure environment where residents of different backgrounds can freely do whatever they want while gaining the best experience possible. Parkview Senior Living provides a home where every individual, from staff to residents, can build new connections and create new memories in their new home.
The upscale continuing care retirement community features were thoughtfully designed with a lifestyle of freedom: private independent and assisted living apartments,  housekeeping and laundry services, maintenance, and scheduled transportation, as well as 24-hour staff, planned activities, home-cooked meals, stimulating memory care activities, and enriching programs provided.

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Overview of St. Catherine Commons

St. Catherine Commons provides a comfortable community in their independent living, assisted living, and memory care community. The luxurious retirement home creates a lifestyle that aims to provide an enjoyable lifestyle that cultivates individuality and growth. They hope residents discover many possibilities where anything can happen at the premier residence in the city.
As a Capri senior living community, residential living at St. Catherine Common offers specific care plans for each unique individual but with the same purpose of ensuring comfort and stability. Amenities and services extend to all living options, such as an outdoor courtyard, dining in the restaurant-style dining room, grand lounge areas, well-lit recreational areas, a library, a chapel, and heated underground parking.

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St Camillus

10101 W Wisconsin Ave, Wauwatosa, Wi 53226-
Overview of St Camillus

St. Camillus is a Life Plan Community operated by San Camillo Inc, as a voluntary non-profit organization in Wauwatosa, Wisconsin, offering a wide range of care in the greater Milwaukee metropolitan area since 2006. Along with 86 licensed beds, the community has one of the most comprehensive spectrums of care in Wisconsin, which includes independent living, assisted living, memory care, short-term rehabilitation, skilled nursing, home health services, hospice, care management, and supportive services. The community’s nearly two decades of operation make it one of the more experienced and resource-rich options in the area.

With an overall CMS rating of 3 out of 5 stars, the community is in line with the Wisconsin state average of 3.0. Among the different aspects, the community has a higher staffing score with 4 stars, and quality measures with 5 out of 5, both of which are well above the state average of 3.6 and 3.3, respectively. Health inspection scored 2 out of 5, a little behind the state average of 2.8. Nursing hours per resident also averaged 4 hours and 4 minutes daily, which is slightly below the Wisconsin average of 4 hours and 14 minutes.

Across 4 inspection cycles, the community received a total of 17 health citations, below the Wisconsin state average of 27.3 citations total and in line with the state average for citations per inspection. Among these citations, two were critical, which is above the Wisconsin average of 0.9. Additionally, the other three visits concluded with no issues. It is highly recommended that families review in-depth reports on the community’s inspection history before deciding.

Rehabilitation, respite care, short-term rehab, skilled nursing, and 24-hour staffing, as well as home health services, care management, and hospice care, are among the care offered, making the community one of the most care-equipped in the state. Religious services are also offered, ideal for those who value faith in transition. The community also features a culinary team that focuses on healthy and diverse meal preparation, which makes dining a standout service.

The community’s extensive continuum of care allows it to provide care for those seeking short-term rehabilitation and long-term care, as reflected by its 40% of new admissions covered by Medicare and 59% private pay. For context, Medicare usually covers short-term stays with an average of 10 to 11 months, while private pay can cover an average of 4-month stays.

With its non-profit mission, above-average staffing, and quality scores, St. Camillus is a practical option for those who require complex care in the Milwaukee area.

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Overview of Bay Harbor Memory Care & Assisted Living

Create meaningful moments with The Sonnet at Tennyson, a compassionate community in Madison, WI, offering assisted living, memory care, and specialized care. The community is committed to enhancing residents’ living experiences, providing top-notch care tailored to their unique needs 24/7. With secure memory units and cozy apartments, residents, especially those with cognitive conditions, can keep their peace of mind.

Promoting an active and vibrant lifestyle, fun recreational activities and enriching programs are conducted for residents’ enjoyment and wellness. Here, residents delight in delicious and healthy meals that satisfy their dietary needs and preferences. The community strives to provide the highest quality of care for residents to thrive in their golden years.

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Overview of Cedar Community – Cedar Ridge Campus

Surrounded by serene walking trails and breathtaking views in West Bend, WI, Cedar Community – Cedar Ridge Campus is an idyllic senior living community that focuses on improving seniors’ quality of life with independent living services. The community promotes a vibrant and welcoming environment for adults aged 55 and older to ensure they enjoy a maintenance-free lifestyle. Moreover, a compassionate and well-trained team keeps seniors’ surroundings clean for a comfortable lifestyle.

Here, residents are empowered to live the lifestyle they prefer with its variety of incredible amenities designed to foster friendship and belongingness. Delectable and healthy meals are also served to meet residents’ dietary needs and tastes. Cedar Community – Cedar Ridge Campus strives to create a haven where seniors can rest without feeling guilty.

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Overview of Middleton Crossing – Sky Active Living

Based in the beautiful town of Middleton, WI, the Middleton Crossing – Sky Active Living is a trusted senior living community that provides personal care services. Spacious and cozy accommodations with varying floor plans including studio, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom are available for its residents. With a highly equipped and compassionate team, residents can avail of 24-hour staffing for immediate needs and concerns during their stay.

Offering top-notch amenities and services, residents can enjoy the following: restaurant-style dining, housekeeping and laundry services, fitness center, activity room, library, barber and beauty salon, and many more. Participate in a full calendar of activities and entertainment, and meet people with the same passions and interests. Thus, the Middleton Crossing – Sky Active Living assures seniors a wonderful retirement.

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Azura Memory Care of Eau Claire

4803 Bullis Farm Rd, Eau Claire, WI 54701
Overview of Azura Memory Care of Eau Claire

Located in the tranquil Bullis Farm Road, Eau Claire, WI, Azura Memory Care is an exceptional senior living community offering memory care. The community gives emphasis on people with early to late stage dementia and Alzheimer’s disease. Azura Memory Care ensures high-quality care and assistance with a skilled and dedicated team of professionals. The community’s team of caregivers undergo their MOSAIC training to ensure that residents receive the utmost care and support they need.

Azura Memory Care promotes a cozy and loving environment for its residents, providing them with 24/7 comfort and security. With trusted partners, the community provides wound care, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, and end-of-life care. Forging meaningful connections with health providers ensures that seniors receive top-tier care. The community serves healthy and hearty meals to satisfy its residents’ dietary needs and preferences. Azura Memory Care offers several amenities including beauty and barber services, optometry, podiatry, and dentistry services.

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Overview of Ridgeview Highlands Apartments & Townhomes 55+

Ridgeview Highlands Apartments and Townhomes is an active 55+ adult community that offers the best balance of urban living and assistance with everyday tasks. Offering a range of opportunities tailor-fit for its residents; seniors can feel inspired to create a better life with the continuum of care provided. Daily chores are left to the staff as residents are encouraged to live hassle-free. Ridgeview is an elegant senior living home that aims to inspire the lives of its residents.

To keep the residents active and allow them to maintain a healthy lifestyle, the staff plans engaging activities and programs– recreational activities, fitness activities, and entertainment programs in the library, media room, or social areas.

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Overview of Springbrook Village Apartment

Springbrook Village Apartment is an elegant independent living apartment-style community that encourages its seniors to maintain independence while receiving exceptional care from compassionate staff. The staff encourages residents to take part in enriching and engaging activities that cultivate their personal growth during their golden years.

Springbrook Village ensures a home where seniors thrive and live an active, freeing lifestyle.

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Overview of The Harbor at State and Main

The Harbor at State and Main Apartment Homes strives to positively impact each resident’s life. They promote an active 55+ senior independent living at its finest. The upscale community offers a home-like atmosphere that can provide all the essential benefits for its residents, as they make it a point to enhance the lifestyle of every resident and elevate their daily living.

The Harbor encourages its residents to maintain an engaging and active lifestyle throughout. The resort-style living allows residents to focus on themselves while receiving compassionate support and care. Accommodations include premium services and amenities– fitness activities, recreational programs, scheduled outings, entertainment programs, specialized programs, gourmet-style dining, housekeeping, transportation, and ADLs.

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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 Wisconsin

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

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

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 Wisconsin, 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 Wisconsin?

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.