Oak Park Arms
Independent Living & Respite Care · Oak Park, IL
Oak Park Arms
Independent Living & Respite Care · Oak Park, IL
Oak Park Arms is a long-standing rental retirement community at 408 South Oak Park Avenue in Oak Park, Illinois. Operated by Oak Park Arms, LLC, the facility has served the Cook County market for over 45 years, specializing in independent living with no entrance fee. Located within a historic landmark building, the community offers a vibrant, urban residential model just steps from the downtown city center.
The community operates primarily as an independent living facility, though it maintains a licensed home care agency on-site to provide “ala carte” support services for residents who require extra assistance. While it previously held an Illinois Department of Public Health (IDPH) assisted living license, that component was voluntarily surrendered in January 2025. Consequently, the community’s citations-per-inspection rate under its former license was zero, with the closure survey finding no deficiencies. Starting prices for independent living are approximately $2,000 per month, which includes utilities.
Ssupport is coordinated through the on-site home health agency, allowing residents to age in place with personalized care plans. Clinical services include physical therapy, podiatry, and medication reminders, while a 24-hour emergency call system is provided for security. The community also hosts an award-winning adult day care program, providing a structured social environment for seniors during business hours. For medical emergencies, Rush Oak Park Hospital is situated only 0.5 miles from the campus.
The facility features studios, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom apartments that can be rented furnished or unfurnished. A full-service restaurant provides more than 40 daily choices for breakfast, lunch, and dinner.
Shared community spaces include a library, a gym, a barbershop, and a community center with a stage for live performances. The social calendar is exceptionally active, featuring over 200 events monthly, such as the “Academy for Seniors” lectures, Spanish club, and intergenerational programs. The community holds a high Walk Score of 78, and residents have pedestrian access to the Oak Park Public Library and local transit.
Those seeking a social-centric environment with the flexibility of rental senior housing and on-site home care may find this setting appropriate. Interested individuals should contact the management team directly to review the current “ala carte” service pricing and tour the historic common areas to assess 2026 quality performance firsthand.
47-bed community Rank #302 / 418Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 302nd out of 418 homes in Illinois for bed count. Shows this facility's certified or reported bed count compared to other Illinois facilities. Larger communities may offer more amenities, programs, and on-site services for residents and families.Facilities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings are based only on facilities in Illinois that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
A moderately sized community that may balance personal attention with shared amenities and social activities.
2 years in operation Rank #121 / 177Years in operation — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 121st out of 177 homes in Illinois for years in operation. Shows how long this facility has been in operation compared to other Illinois facilities. Longer operating histories may benefit residents, families, and staff.Facilities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings are based only on facilities in Illinois that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
A newer community that may feature more recent facilities and programs.
Walk Score: 78 / 100 Rank #115 / 634Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 115th out of 634 homes in Illinois for walk score. Shows how walkable this facility's neighborhood is compared to the average walk score across Illinois facilities. Higher scores benefit residents, families, and staff.Facilities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings are based only on facilities in Illinois that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Very walkable. Most errands can be accomplished on foot, and many essentials are within a short walk.
About this community
Facility TypeAssisted Living/Shared Housing Establishment
IssuanceMay 13, 2024
CountyCook
License Number5100984
Owner NameOak Park Arms, LLC
Respite Care
Short Term Stays
Email
moses@oakparkarms.com
Pets not allowed
Activities
Specific ProgramsSenior Living, Fitness Programs, Academy for Seniors, Intergenerational Opportunities
Starting Price$2,000 per month
Inspection History
In Illinois, the Department of Public Health, Office of Health Care Regulation conducts annual unannounced surveys to assess compliance with state and federal healthcare facility standards.
Since 2025 · 1 year of data
These figures come from state-published and/or federal inspection records. The period covered can vary depending on document availability.
0 deficiencies
6 inspections
Inspection Scorecard
This scorecard compares key inspection, deficiency, and complaint metrics at this facility against the Illinois state average. Metrics rated ≥15% worse than average are highlighted in red; those ≥15% better are highlighted in green.
Since 2025 vs. Illinois state average
Overall vs. IL average
0 Worse
No metrics in this bucket.
1 Better
Metrics better than Illinois average:
• Total deficiencies (100% below)
• Total deficiencies (100% below)
Deficiencies
| This Facility | IL Average | vs. IL Avg |
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Total deficiencies
Formal regulatory issues recorded by inspectors across all inspection types.
| 0 | 7 | This facility has 100% fewer total deficiencies than a typical Illinois assisted living residence (0 vs. IL avg 7).↓ 100% better |
Inspections
| This Facility | IL Average | vs. IL Avg |
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Total inspections
Combined count of all inspections conducted at this facility.
| 6 | 9 | This facility has had 33% fewer total inspections than the Illinois average (6 vs. IL avg 9). More inspections can mean more regulatory scrutiny rather than worse care.↓ 33% fewer |
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0.9 miles from city center
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Compare Independent Living around the area
Info below is compiled from the IL Dept. of Public Health (IDPH), senior community websites & trusted data sources such as Walk Score & BBB.
Communities are listed from highest to lowest based on our ranking methodology.
| Oak Park Arms | IL RC | Oak Park | 47
Facility
47
IL AVG
85
Rank
#302 / 418 | No |
78
Facility
78
IL AVG
52
Rank
#115 / 634 | 2
Facility
2
IL AVG
17
Rank
#121 / 177 | - | - | 6 | 0
Facility
0
IL AVG
7
Rank
#1 / 276 | 0.0
Facility
0.0
IL AVG
0.8
Rank
#1 / 276 | 0
Facility
0
IL AVG
1.9
Rank
#1 / 315 | - |
| Mercy Circle Senior Living | IL AL MC NH SNF | Chicago (Mount Greenwood) | 43
Facility
43
IL AVG
85
Rank
#329 / 418 | Yes |
44
Facility
44
IL AVG
52
Rank
#392 / 634 | 1
Facility
1
IL AVG
17
Rank
#125 / 177 | - | Mercy Circle | 5 | 0
Facility
0
IL AVG
7
Rank
#1 / 276 | 0.0
Facility
0.0
IL AVG
0.8
Rank
#1 / 276 | 1
Facility
1
IL AVG
1.9
Rank
#90 / 315 | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed |
| Radford Green at Sedgebrook | IL AL MC NH SNF | Lincolnshire | 37
Facility
37
IL AVG
85
Rank
#358 / 418 | No |
36
Facility
36
IL AVG
52
Rank
#448 / 634 | - | - | Sedgebrook Opco (Sl-Vii) LLC | 3 | 0
Facility
0
IL AVG
7
Rank
#1 / 276 | 0.0
Facility
0.0
IL AVG
0.8
Rank
#1 / 276 | 1
Facility
1
IL AVG
1.9
Rank
#90 / 315 | 1 Bed / 2 Bed |
| Vi at The Glen | IL NH AL MC | Glenview | 36
Facility
36
IL AVG
85
Rank
#364 / 418 | Yes |
52
Facility
52
IL AVG
52
Rank
#310 / 634 | 28
Facility
28
IL AVG
17
Rank
#32 / 177 | A+ | Cc-Lake, Inc | 3 | 6
Facility
6
IL AVG
7
Rank
#180 / 276 | 2.0
Facility
2.0
IL AVG
0.8
Rank
#236 / 276 | 0
Facility
0
IL AVG
1.9
Rank
#1 / 315 | 1 Bed / 2 Bed / Villa |
| The Mather | IL AL MC NH SNF | Evanston (Davis Street) | 22
Facility
22
IL AVG
85
Rank
#393 / 418 | Yes |
95
Facility
95
IL AVG
52
Rank
#18 / 634 | 1
Facility
1
IL AVG
17
Rank
#125 / 177 | - | The Mather Evanston | 5 | - | - | 3
Facility
3
IL AVG
1.9
Rank
#222 / 315 | 1 Bed / 2 Bed |
Frequently Asked Questions about Oak Park Arms
Is Oak Park Arms in a walkable area?
Oak Park Arms has a walk score of 78. Very walkable. Most errands can be accomplished on foot, and many essentials are within a short walk.
What is the license number of Oak Park Arms?
According to IL state health department records, Oak Park Arms's license number is 5100984.
How long has Oak Park Arms been in business?
Oak Park Arms has been operating for approximately 2 years, based on available licensing and registration records.
Are pets allowed at Oak Park Arms?
No, Oak Park Arms has a no-pet policy.
What is the best email address for Oak Park Arms?
The team at Oak Park Arms can be reached at moses@oakparkarms.com.
How many beds does Oak Park Arms have?
Oak Park Arms has 47 beds.
Has Oak Park Arms had any deficiencies?
Oak Park Arms has no reported deficiencies since 2025 according to records from Illinois Department of Public Health (IDPH).
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