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Compare Senior Living around Boulder (Metro Area)
The information below is reported by the Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment, Health Facilities Division.
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| Academy Mapleton Hill |
IL 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. | Boulder | -
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CO AVG
96 | No |
43
Facility
43
CO AVG
57
Rank
#554 / 875 | 2 Bed / 3 Bed | - |
| Academy Boulder Communities |
IL 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. | Boulder (Lower Chautauqua) | -
Facility
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CO AVG
96 | No |
73
Facility
73
CO AVG
57
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#181 / 875 | 2 Bed / 3 Bed | A+ |
| Flatirons Terrace Senior Living |
IL 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. | Boulder (Baseline Sub) | -
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CO AVG
96 | No |
68
Facility
68
CO AVG
57
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#260 / 875 | 1 Bed | - |
| Frasier Retirement Community |
NH Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).
IL 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. | Boulder (Frasier Meadows) | 54
Facility
54
CO AVG
96
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#352 / 542 | No |
65
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65
CO AVG
57
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#301 / 875 | 1 Bed / 2 Bed | A+ |
| Golden West |
IL 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. | Boulder (Baseline Sub) | -
Facility
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CO AVG
96 | Yes |
47
Facility
47
CO AVG
57
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#517 / 875 | Studio / 1 Bed | - |
Beautifully nestled near Mount Sanitas Trailhead in Boulder, CO, the Academy Mapleton Hill is a blissful retreat that offers independent living. The community is committed to residents’ comfort and safety, beautifully furnished and cozy accommodations are available. Residents also enjoy maintenance-free living with the community helping with maintenance and repairs.
A thoughtfully curated calendar of exciting events and engaging programs is conducted, promoting an active and vibrant lifestyle. Delightful and healthy dining options are also served to satisfy residents’ dietary needs and preferences. Amenities include a theater, a library, a grand hall, a fitness center, and a pool, ideal for residents’ leisure and wellness.
What does this home offer?
Housing Options: 2 Bed / 3 Bed
Building Type: 3-story
Dining Services
Beauty Services
Social and Recreational Activities
Exercise Programs
Swimming Pool
Peacefully set near lush nature spaces in Boulder, CO, Academy Boulder Communities is a dedicated community that offers independent living. Featuring a variety of purposely built and spacious residences, the community ensures residents find the accommodation that best matches their preferences. Residents also experience maintenance-free living with the community’s top-notch services.
With a thoughtfully curated calendar of engaging activities and exciting events, residents can interact with their surroundings and gain meaningful experiences. Several restaurants are also available nearby, providing residents with a variety of dining options that cater to their dietary needs and preferences. The community is great for those looking to live independently in retirement, especially with its upscale amenities and friendly setting.
What does this home offer?
Housing Options: 2 Bed / 3 Bed
Building Type: 2-story
Dining Services
Beauty Services
Social and Recreational Activities
Exercise Programs
Swimming Pool
Enjoy a blissful retirement at Flatirons Terrace Senior Living, a vibrant community in Boulder, CO, offering independent living. The community features specially designed and spacious one- and two-bedroom floor plans, ensuring residents’ comfort and safety. Residents can maintain their independence without hassles with the community’s maintenance services.
Residents gain easy access to plenty of recreation sites and delightful local amenities, providing leisure and wellness activities. Accommodating special diets, delightful and healthy meals are available to satisfy residents’ dietary needs and preferences. This pet-friendly community is also equipped with a theater room, cozy indoor spaces, a game room, and a fitness center, creating the ideal setting for residents to spend their golden years without worries.
What does this home offer?
Room Sizes: 770 sq. ft
Housing Options: 1 Bed
Building Type: 3-story
Surrounded by convenient local amenities in Boulder, CO, Golden West is a welcoming 62+ community that offers independent living. Featuring purposely built and spacious studio and one-bedroom floor plans, the community ensures residents are comfortable and safe. Residents enjoy hassle-free living with the community’s maintenance services and convenient apartment features.
Residents are encouraged to live actively and make new friends with cozy communal and recreational spaces. Pets are also allowed to accompany residents to ease their loneliness. The community’s warm and nurturing environment creates the ideal setting for residents to make the most of their independence.
What does this home offer?
Minimum Age: 62 Years Old
Pets Allowed
Housing Options: Studio / 1 Bed
Building Type: High-rise
Social and Recreational Activities
Experience the best of your golden years at Frasier Retirement Community, an idyllic retreat in Boulder, CO, offering independent living, assisted living, memory care, and skilled nursing. Alongside beautifully furnished and spacious floor plans, exceptional care tailored to residents’ needs is provided to ensure comfort and safety. Residents enjoy a worry-free lifestyle with the community handling the housekeeping and other chores.
With a well-thought-out calendar of fun recreational activities and enriching programs, residents are encouraged to live actively and make new friends. Delightful and well-balanced meals are also served to satisfy residents’ dietary needs and preferences. The community’s continuum of care and state-of-the-art amenities create the ideal setting for residents to live a blissful retirement.
What does this home offer?
Housing Options: 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Building Type: Mid-rise
Dining Services
Beauty Services
Transportation Services
Housekeeping Services
Social and Recreational Activities
Ranking Methodology
How we rank these 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
- 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
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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
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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
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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
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Community Stability 10%
Operational signals indicating whether a community is well-run and meeting demand.
- Includes
- Occupancy Rate
- Bed Options
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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 Senior Living in Boulder, CO
What is senior living?
Senior living is an umbrella term covering independent living, assisted living, memory care, and nursing homes — communities and services designed for adults aged 55 or older.
How many senior living communities are listed on this page?
This page features 5 senior living communities in Boulder, CO. Use the filters and comparison tools above to compare ratings, amenities, and pricing.
How do I choose the right senior living community in Boulder, 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 Boulder, 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 senior living communities in Boulder, 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.
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