NEX Senior Apartments

Q: What neighborhood is NEX Senior Apartments in?

NEX Senior Apartments is in the Longfellow neighborhood.

Q: Is NEX Senior Apartments in a walkable area?

NEX Senior Apartments has a walk score of 30. Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.

Q: Are there photos of NEX Senior Apartments?

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

Q: What is the address of NEX Senior Apartments?

NEX Senior Apartments is located at 670 Nex Ave, Iowa City, IA 52245.

Q: What is the phone number of NEX Senior Apartments?

(319) 499-5100 will put you in contact with the team at NEX Senior Apartments.

Q: Is NEX Senior Apartments Medicare or Medicaid certified?

NEX Senior Apartments is not currently listed as a CMS-certified provider of Medicare or Medicaid.

Overview of Nex Senior Apartments

Experience a vibrant lifestyle at Nex Senior Apartments, a distinguished community in Iowa City, IA, offering independent living. The community is dedicated to those 55+, providing beautifully furnished and spacious two-bedroom floor plans for comfort and safety. With plenty of convenient apartment features, residents can feel at ease during their stay.

Residents have easy access to their necessities and leisure opportunities, especially with unique shops and recreational spaces nearby. With a fully furnished kitchen in each unit, residents can prepare meals according to their dietary needs and preferences. The community is a great option for those aiming to downsize in retirement, especially with its nurturing and welcoming environment.

(319) 499-5100

Walk Score: 30 / 100

Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.

About this community

Minimum Age55+

Fitness Center

Spa

Cafe

Patio

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Touring HoursSaturday 00:00:00-00:00:00; Sunday 00:00:00-00:00:00; Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday 09:00:00-17:00:00

What does this home offer?

Room Sizes: 829 - 891 sq. ft

Housing Options: 2 Bed

Building Type: 3-story

Social and Recreational Activities

Exercise Programs

3.5 miles from city center Estimated distance in miles from Iowa City's city center to NEX Senior Apartments's address, calculated via Google Maps.

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Elderly Waiver

Iowa Medicaid Elderly Waiver

Age 65+

General Iowa 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).

Rural focus; waitlists possible.

Benefits

In-home care (5-7 hours/day) Meals ($6/meal) Respite (240 hours/year) Adult day care ($60/day)

Iowa Family Caregiver Support

IA NFCSP

Age Caregiver of someone 60+

General Iowa resident.

Income Limits No strict limit; prioritizes low-income.

Asset Limits Not applicable.

Limited slots; rural emphasis.

Benefits

In-home respite (4-6 hours/day) Adult day care (~$60/day) Short-term facility care (up to 5 days)

Medicare Savings Program (MSP)

Iowa Medicare Savings Program

Age 65+ or disabled

General Iowa 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).

Three tiers; no waitlist.

Benefits

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

Program of All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly (PACE)

Iowa PACE

Age 55+

General Iowa resident, nursing home-level care need, safe with PACE support.

Income Limits (2025) ~$2,829/month 300% FBR, Medicaid-eligible

Asset Limits $2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple).

Limited to western Iowa (e.g., Council Bluffs); expanding slowly.

Benefits

Personal care (5-7 hours/day) Medical care Meals Transportation Therapy Respite

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

Iowa VA Aid and Attendance/Housebound

Age 65+ or disabled veteran/spouse

General Iowa 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

High veteran demand in rural areas.

Benefits

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

Able Up Iowa

Age 65+ or disabled

General Iowa resident, ability to repay loan, need for assistive tech or mods.

Income Limits (2025) No strict limit; must demonstrate repayment capacity.

Asset Limits Not specified; credit-based.

Loans up to $25,000; statewide via Easterseals partnership.

Benefits

Loans for wheelchairs Ramps Walk-in tubs (~$500-$10,000 avg.) Reducing reliance on paid care

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What neighborhood is NEX Senior Apartments in?

NEX Senior Apartments is in the Longfellow neighborhood.

Is NEX Senior Apartments in a walkable area?

NEX Senior Apartments has a walk score of 30. Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.

Are there photos of NEX Senior Apartments?

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

What is the address of NEX Senior Apartments?

NEX Senior Apartments is located at 670 Nex Ave, Iowa City, IA 52245.

What is the phone number of NEX Senior Apartments?

(319) 499-5100 will put you in contact with the team at NEX Senior Apartments.

Is NEX Senior Apartments Medicare or Medicaid certified?

NEX Senior Apartments is not currently listed as a CMS-certified provider of Medicare or Medicaid.

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