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Prairie Commons Apartments
Outdoor walkway leading to the facility entrance View of a landscaped outdoor pathway with trees Pathway through landscaped garden area. Fitness equipment in a well-lit exercise room

Prairie Commons Apartments

5121 Congressional Cir, Lawrence, KS 66049 View map
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Overview of Prairie Commons Apartments

Prairie Commons Apartments, located in the West Lawrence area of Lawrence, KS, is designed solely for independent living. Residents occupy private apartments and use community services, managing daily care independently. The community is designed for anyone aged 55 and up who desires to live independently while enjoying shared amenities.

A one-bedroom provides an individual with a private living space, while a two-bedroom includes an additional room. A fitness center is available on site, along with a library, and activities are included in the schedule.

The area has a Walk Score of 68, making it somewhat walkable and allowing for certain errands to be done on foot. Animals are permitted, so the moving day can feature a pet.

Facility Direct Line (833) 675-4597
By The Numbers

Community insights.

Walk Score Info Somewhat walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities. Rank #29 / 142Walk Score — State benchmarked This independent living community is ranked 29th out of 142 independent living communities we track in Kansas for walk score. Shows how walkable this facility's neighborhood is compared to the average walk score across Kansas facilities. Higher scores benefit residents, families, and staff. Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings compare like with like: every independent living community we track in Kansas that reports data for that category. Independent living communities without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.
68 / 100

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Pricing & Financial Information

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Entrance FeeA one-time fee paid when moving in, common at continuing care retirement communities (CCRCs). Depending on the contract, part of it may be refundable.
$59

Safety & Compliance

Secured Perimeter
Safety FeaturesGated Community, Controlled Access

Additional Services

1 service
MaintenanceListed as: 24-hour emergency maintenance

Additional Policies & Features

Pets AllowedWeight limit 30 lbs. Breed restrictions apply.
Minimum Age55+
Utilities IncludedYes

Amenities & Lifestyle

Clubhouse
Fitness Center
Library
Bbq Area
Gazebo
Walking Paths
Laundry
Open Surface Parking
Online Resident Portal
Activities
Card Games
Group Fitness Classes
Hobby Groups
Sports Watch Parties
Organized Resident Events
Touring HoursMonday 09:00:00-17:00:00; Tuesday 09:00:00-17:00:00; Wednesday 09:00:00-17:00:00; Thursday 09:00:00-17:00:00; Friday 09:00:00-17:00:00

Room Accommodations

Building Type3-story
1 Bedroom 640 sq ft
2 Bedroom
In-Room Features
Private Patio/Balcony In Select Units Fully-Equipped Kitchens Walk-In Shower Full-Size Washer And Dryer Connections

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Address 4.4 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from Lawrence's city center to Prairie Commons Apartments's address, calculated via Google Maps.

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Info below is compiled from the KS Dept. for Aging & Disability Services (KDADS), senior community websites & trusted data sources such as Walk Score & BBB.

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

Care Types in This Table AL (Assisted Living): Housing with help for daily activities like bathing, dressing, and medication, without 24-hour skilled nursing. NH (Nursing Home): 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. SNF (Skilled Nursing Facility): Round-the-clock nursing care, often for recovery after surgery, injury, or illness. RC (Respite Care): Short-term temporary care that gives family caregivers a break. IL (Independent Living): Community living with dining, activities, and transportation for active seniors who need little personal care.
City and state of the facility. Used for mapping and state-average comparisons.
Licensed bed capacity (maximum allowed). Not the same as how many beds are currently filled.
Indicates whether residents are allowed to have pets in the facility.
Third-party neighborhood walkability score (0–100). Convenience/context metric, not a healthcare quality measure.
Description of bed or unit types offered (e.g. assisted living, memory care), as reported in state or facility disclosures.
Reported or derived occupancy for the facility—typically how fully licensed capacity is utilized. Compare across peers in the same market.
A named contact for the facility. Hover the name to see their role — Administrator (state administrator of record or facility-provided administrator), Nursing Director, Medical Director, or Staff. The most authoritative available is shown.
Name of the licensed owner, operator, or managing entity as filed with the state. Useful for grouping facilities under the same organization.
Count of regulatory inspections in the reporting window. Higher volume can reflect more oversight visits, complaint-driven surveys, or routine licensure cycles.
Total count of citations (cited regulatory issues) recorded in the selected reporting period. Read alongside inspection counts for context.
The average number of citations this facility receives each time it's inspected, calculated as total citations ÷ total inspections. A lower number suggests more consistent compliance with safety and care standards.
Pioneer Ridge Retirement Community
IL
AL
NH
RC
SNF
Lawrence (Lawrence Cultural District)
76
Facility 76
KS AVG 80
Rank #34 / 71
Yes
87
Facility 87
KS AVG 48
Rank #4 / 142
-
81.6%
Facility 81.6%
KS AVG 74.9%
Rank #27 / 62
Deja RhodemanPioneer Ridge LLC35
145
Facility 145
KS AVG 107
Rank #45 / 57
4.1
Facility 4.1
KS AVG 4.5
Rank #28 / 57
Prairie Commons Apartments
IL
Lawrence (West Lawrence)-Yes
68
Facility 68
KS AVG 48
Rank #29 / 142
1 Bed / 2 Bed------
Arbor Court Retirement Community at Alvamar
IL
Lawrence-Yes
49
Facility 49
KS AVG 48
Rank #73 / 142
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed------
Meadowlark Estates
IL
Lawrence-No
69
Facility 69
KS AVG 48
Rank #27 / 142
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed------
Pioneer Ridge Health & Rehab
IL
AL
NH
RC
SNF
Lawrence-Yes
61
Facility 61
KS AVG 48
Rank #39 / 142
Private Rooms------

Rank badges are statewide and care-type specific: each independent living community is ranked against every other KS independent living community we track that reports that metric, not just the 5 on this page. See how we rank facilities

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Financial Assistance for
Independent Living in Kansas

Prairie Commons Apartments is located in Lawrence, Kansas.
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Frail Elderly Waiver

Kansas Medicaid FE Waiver

Age 65+
General Kansas resident, Medicaid-eligible, nursing home- level care need.
Income Limits (2025) ~$2,829/month 300% FBR, individual
Asset Limits $2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple).
KS

Requires care level assessment.

Benefits
Personal care (5-7 hours/day) Respite (240 hours/year) Adult day care (~$60/day) Home aides

Senior Care Act

Kansas SCA

Age 60+
General Kansas resident, at risk of nursing home.
Income Limits ~$1,800/month individual, varies
Asset Limits $2,000 individual
KS

Limited funding; waitlists common.

Benefits
In-home care (3-5 hours/week) Respite (up to 10 days/year) Homemaker services

Medicare Savings Program (MSP)

Kansas Medicare Savings Program

Age 65+ or disabled
General Kansas resident, Medicare Part A/B.
Income Limits (2025) ~$2,510/month (QMB), ~$3,380/month (SLMB), ~$3,598/month (QI)—individual.
Asset Limits $9,430 (individual), $14,130 (couple).
KS

Three tiers; no waitlist.

Benefits
Covers Part B premiums ($174.70/month) Deductibles ($240/year) Copays (~20%)

National Family Caregiver Support Program (NFCSP) Respite

Kansas NFCSP Respite Care

Age —
General Caregivers of 60+ needing care or 55+ caregivers of others; Kansas resident; functional needs (2+ ADLs).
Income Limits (2025) Prioritizes ~$24,980/year (individual); no strict cap.
Asset Limits Not assessed; need-based.
KS

11 AAAs; prioritizes low-income, rural caregivers.

Benefits
Respite (4-6 hours/week or 5 days/year) Adult day care ($60/day) Caregiver training

VA Aid and Attendance (A&A) and Housebound Benefits

Kansas VA Aid and Attendance/Housebound

Age 65+ or disabled veteran/spouse
General Kansas resident, wartime service, need for ADL help (A&A) or homebound.
Income Limits (2025) Net income < ~$1,984/month (veteran with dependent, A&A); pension offsets income.
Asset Limits ~$155,356 net worth limit
KS

High veteran demand in rural/urban areas.

Benefits
Cash (~$1,433-$2,642/month veteran, ~$951-$1,318 spouse) for care costs (e.g., in-home, assisted living)

Frequently Asked Questions about Prairie Commons Apartments

What neighborhood is Prairie Commons Apartments in?

Prairie Commons Apartments is in the West Lawrence neighborhood of Lawrence.

Is Prairie Commons Apartments in a walkable area?

Prairie Commons Apartments has a walk score of 68. Somewhat walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities.

Are pets allowed at Prairie Commons Apartments?

Yes, Prairie Commons Apartments allows residents to bring their pets.

What is the best email address for Prairie Commons Apartments?

The team at Prairie Commons Apartments can be reached at manager@liveatprairiecommons.com.

Are there photos of Prairie Commons Apartments?

Yes — there are 5 photos of Prairie Commons Apartments in the photo gallery on this page.

What levels of care does Prairie Commons Apartments provide?

Prairie Commons Apartments offers Independent Living.

What is the address of Prairie Commons Apartments?

Prairie Commons Apartments is located at 5121 Congressional Cir, Lawrence, KS 66049.

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