Top Independent Living Facilities in Des Moines, Iowa

Although the pricing data on independent living isn't well documented in Des Moines, according to the Genworth Cost of Care survey, the average monthly cost of assisted living for Des Moines is...

Top Independent Living Facilities in Des Moines, Iowa

Average Cost of Independent Living in Des Moines, IA

Although the pricing data on independent living isn't well documented in Des Moines, according to the Genworth Cost of Care survey, the average monthly cost of assisted living for Des Moines is $5,096. Independent living is about the same price but slightly less.

Top Independent Living Facilities in Des Moines

The independent living facilities in Des Moines include:

  • Calvin Community
  • Addington Place of Des Moines
  • Ramsey Village Continuing Care

What to Expect From Independent Living (And How Does it Compare to Assisted Living)

Independent living communities are designed for seniors who are capable of living on their own but prefer the convenience of assistance with some tasks and the social aspect of community living.

Assisted living facilities on the other hand offer a higher level of service, assisting with daily activities such as bathing, dressing, and medication management for those who cannot live independently.

Is Financial Assistance Available for Independent Living?

While Medicare generally does not cover long-term care, such as independent living, memory care, and assisted living, various options, such as long-term care insurance, veterans' benefits, or Medicaid, may help cover costs.

Grand Living At Tower Place

4.5
540 S 51st St, Iowa 50265
Grand Living At Tower Place provides assisted living, independent living, nursing home, memory care services for senior elders in the West Des Moines, IA area. To find the right care for you loved one, connect with one of our senior care experts.
Estimated Pricing
$2,399–$7,761 / mth

MorningStar Assisted Living & Memory Care at Jordan Creek

4.5
525 S 60th St, Iowa 50266
MorningStar Assisted Living & Memory Care at Jordan Creek provides assisted living, independent living, nursing home, memory care services for senior elders in the West Des Moines, IA area. To find the right care for you loved one, connect with one of our senior care experts.
Estimated Pricing
$2,399–$7,761 / mth

Vintage Cooperative of Johnston

4.5
9001 Windsor Pkwy, Iowa 50131
Vintage Cooperative of Johnston provides independent living services for senior elders in the Johnston, IA area. To find the right care for you loved one, connect with one of our senior care experts.
Estimated Pricing
$4,263–$5,867 / mth

Edencrest at Green Meadows

4.5
6750 Corporate Dr, Iowa 50131
Edencrest at Green Meadows provides assisted living, independent living, memory care services for senior elders in the Johnston, IA area. To find the right care for you loved one, connect with one of our senior care experts.
Estimated Pricing
$2,107–$8,260 / mth

Edgewater, a WesleyLife Community for Healthy Living

4.5
9225 Cascade Ave, Iowa 50266
Edgewater, a WesleyLife Community for Healthy Living provides assisted living, independent living, nursing home, memory care services for senior elders in the West Des Moines, IA area. To find the right care for you loved one, connect with one of our senior care experts.
Estimated Pricing
$2,399–$7,761 / mth

Glen Meadows Retirement Community

4.4
850 S 60th St Building 1000, Iowa 50266
Glen Meadows Retirement Community provides assisted living, independent living, memory care services for senior elders in the West Des Moines, IA area. To find the right care for you loved one, connect with one of our senior care experts.
Estimated Pricing
$2,399–$6,591 / mth

Crestview Terrace Apartments

4.3
916 Ashworth Rd, Iowa 50265
Crestview Terrace Apartments provides assisted living, independent living services for senior elders in the West Des Moines, IA area. To find the right care for you loved one, connect with one of our senior care experts.
Estimated Pricing
$2,399–$6,062 / mth

Bickford of West Des Moines

4.3
5050 Hawthorne Dr, Iowa 50265
Bickford of West Des Moines provides assisted living, independent living, nursing home, memory care services for senior elders in the West Des Moines, IA area. To find the right care for you loved one, connect with one of our senior care experts.
Estimated Pricing
$2,399–$7,761 / mth

The Vineyard At Prairie Trail

4.3
2401 Sw Vineyard, Iowa 50023
The Vineyard At Prairie Trail provides independent living services for senior elders in the Ankeny, IA area. To find the right care for you loved one, connect with one of our senior care experts.
Estimated Pricing
$3,718–$5,841 / mth

Edencrest At Siena Hills

4.2
455 SW Ankeny Rd, Iowa 50023
Edencrest At Siena Hills provides assisted living, independent living, memory care services for senior elders in the Ankeny, IA area. To find the right care for you loved one, connect with one of our senior care experts.
Estimated Pricing
$3,318–$7,717 / mth

Mill Pond

4.2
1201 SE Mill Pond Ct, Iowa 50021
Mill Pond provides assisted living, independent living, memory care, nursing home services for senior elders in the Ankeny, IA area. To find the right care for you loved one, connect with one of our senior care experts.
Estimated Pricing
$3,318–$7,717 / mth

Highmark Senior Living

4.1
6900 Westown Pkwy, Iowa 50266
Highmark Senior Living provides independent living services for senior elders in the West Des Moines, IA area. To find the right care for you loved one, connect with one of our senior care experts.
Estimated Pricing
$4,163–$6,062 / mth

Heritage Court Assisted Living

4.1
1499 Office Park Rd, Iowa 50265
Heritage Court Assisted Living provides assisted living, independent living, nursing home, memory care services for senior elders in the West Des Moines, IA area. To find the right care for you loved one, connect with one of our senior care experts.
Estimated Pricing
$2,399–$7,761 / mth

Connect55+ Ankeny

4.1
1225 SW 28th St, Iowa 50023
Connect55+ Ankeny provides independent living services for senior elders in the Ankeny, IA area. To find the right care for you loved one, connect with one of our senior care experts.
Estimated Pricing
$3,718–$5,841 / mth

Talk to an advisor

Avatar

Need help caring for an elder loved one? We've got you covered.

  • Free consultation with a Senior Advisor
  • Compare pricing for senior services
  • Comprehensive planning for you loved one
or call us directly at 1-800-22-OLERA

Important things to know about Independent Living

Independent Living: A Guide to Choosing Ideal Communities for Seniors

Independent Living: A Guide to Choosing Ideal Communities for Seniors

Added: Jun 1, 2023
4 min read
Last modified: Nov 26, 2023
Seniors in independent living manage their day-to-day lives on their own. There is no staff to help with personal care
Learn more