The 10 Best Independent Living Communities in Urbandale, IA for 2023
Also serving communities of Johnston, Madrid.
There are 19 Independent Living Communities in the Urbandale area, with 2 in Urbandale and 17 nearby.
The average cost of independent living in Urbandale is $2,007 per month. This is lower than the national median of $2,812.
To help you with your search, browse the 128 reviews below for independent living communities in Urbandale. On average, consumers rate independent living in Urbandale 4.5 out of 5 stars. Better rated regions include Clive with an average rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.
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Directory of Independent Living Communities in Urbandale, IA
Caring Star 2020
Holiday Illahee Hills
Provides: Independent Living
8308 Colby Pkwy, Urbandale, IA 50322
"I'm moving into Holiday Illahee Hills. Everybody was very friendly, happy, and that kind of stuff. I liked that. The room I have is very small. It's like a pear-shaped room. And I got so much..." More
"I'm moving into Holiday Illahee Hills. Everybody was very friendly, happy, and that kind of stuff. I liked that. The room I have is very small. It's like a pear-shaped room. And I got so much..." More
The Arbordale
Provides: Independent Living
2727 82nd Pl., Urbandale, IA 50322
"I had a tour and was able to see two units. Very spacious, huge closets, full kitchen and also stackable washer/dryer units. The rooms are nearly the same size as my main floor and exactly what..." More
"I had a tour and was able to see two units. Very spacious, huge closets, full kitchen and also stackable washer/dryer units. The rooms are nearly the same size as my main floor and exactly what..." More
Caring Star 2023
Independence Village Of Waukee
Provides: Independent Living
1650 SE Holiday Crest Circle, Waukee, IA 50263
"My mom has lived in independence village for 8 years and she has loved every minute of it. From the amazing activities offered by a wonderful staff to the wide variety of food she gets served every..." More
"My mom has lived in independence village for 8 years and she has loved every minute of it. From the amazing activities offered by a wonderful staff to the wide variety of food she gets served every..." More
Caring Star 2017
Holiday Beaverdale Estates
Provides: Independent Living
4610 Douglas Ave, Des Moines, IA 50310
"My father has moved into Holiday Beaverdale Estates. His experience has been great. Everybody that works there is so kind and helpful. The other residents are really nice. It is just a great..." More
"My father has moved into Holiday Beaverdale Estates. His experience has been great. Everybody that works there is so kind and helpful. The other residents are really nice. It is just a great..." More
Ramsey Village
Provides: Independent Living
1611 27th St., Des Moines, IA 50301
"My visit at Ramsey Village was interesting. They offer all three levels of care. The community is a little remote and not close to things like shopping. The only thing it's close to is Drake..." More
"My visit at Ramsey Village was interesting. They offer all three levels of care. The community is a little remote and not close to things like shopping. The only thing it's close to is Drake..." More
Elite Lodge of Ashworth
Provides: Independent Living
909 Ashworth Rd, West Des Moines, IA 50265
"I was very impressed with my tour at Elite Lodge of Ashworth. They do everything possible to keep people there in terms of meeting their needs. When we toured, somebody asked about a different..." More
"I was very impressed with my tour at Elite Lodge of Ashworth. They do everything possible to keep people there in terms of meeting their needs. When we toured, somebody asked about a different..." More
Connect55+ Ankeny
Provides: Independent Living
1225 SW. 28th Street, Ankeny, IA 50023
"I moved into Connect55+ Ankeny the day after Thanksgiving. I think it's excellent. I played more games and attended more activities than I ever did. The activities director is fantastic. Things are..." More
"I moved into Connect55+ Ankeny the day after Thanksgiving. I think it's excellent. I played more games and attended more activities than I ever did. The activities director is fantastic. Things are..." More
Glen Meadows
Provides: Independent Living
850 South 60th Street, West Des Moines, IA 50266
"Glen Meadows Retirement is West Des Moines, IA’s Premier independent living community. Glen Meadows Retirement Resort comprises 128 apartments for adults 55 and over — including studio apartments,..." More
"Glen Meadows Retirement is West Des Moines, IA’s Premier independent living community. Glen Meadows Retirement Resort comprises 128 apartments for adults 55 and over — including studio apartments,..." More
Caring Star 2022
Woodlands Creek Retirement Community
Provides: Independent Living
12605 Woodlands Pkwy, Clive, IA 50325
"My father was at Woodlands Creek Retirement Community. He was in a two-bedroom independent apartment. The apartments were completely redone between residents, so everything was new and fresh. It..." More
"My father was at Woodlands Creek Retirement Community. He was in a two-bedroom independent apartment. The apartments were completely redone between residents, so everything was new and fresh. It..." More
Kennybrook Village
Provides: Independent Living
200 SW Brookside Drive, Grimes, IA 50111
"Our experience with Kennybrook Village has been a blessing. The apartments are cozy and the facility is so well kept! The staff is clearly passionate about what they do and truly care about their..." More
"Our experience with Kennybrook Village has been a blessing. The apartments are cozy and the facility is so well kept! The staff is clearly passionate about what they do and truly care about their..." More
Walnut Ridge
Provides: Independent Living
1701 Campus Drive, Clive, IA 50325
"My mother-in-law lived there 11 years in Indepent Living until she had to go to assisted living. It is an excellent facility and the people and staff are very friendly. We considered assisted..." More
"My mother-in-law lived there 11 years in Indepent Living until she had to go to assisted living. It is an excellent facility and the people and staff are very friendly. We considered assisted..." More
Edencrest at Beaverdale
Provides: Independent Living
3410 Beaver Ave, Des Moines, IA 50310
"I loved Edencrest at Beaverdale. It will accommodate my brother-in-law. He wants a single bedroom with a door on it so he can open the door and have these other two little living spaces. It's a..." More
"I loved Edencrest at Beaverdale. It will accommodate my brother-in-law. He wants a single bedroom with a door on it so he can open the door and have these other two little living spaces. It's a..." More
Grand Living at Tower Place
Provides: Independent Living
540 S 51st St, West Des Moines, IA 50265
"Grand Living at Tower Place was a very nice place, very elegant, and very chic. The staff was good, professional, upscale, and had smiles on all their faces. It's spotless, just like a five-star..." More
"Grand Living at Tower Place was a very nice place, very elegant, and very chic. The staff was good, professional, upscale, and had smiles on all their faces. It's spotless, just like a five-star..." More
Edgewater, A WesleyLife Community
Provides: Independent Living
9225 Cascade Avenue, West Des Moines, IA 50266
"Edgewater, A WesleyLife Community, is beautiful. It's lovely. Wonderful food, good floor plans, and nice staff. The facilities are great. They have all the high-end facilities, like movie theater..." More
"Edgewater, A WesleyLife Community, is beautiful. It's lovely. Wonderful food, good floor plans, and nice staff. The facilities are great. They have all the high-end facilities, like movie theater..." More
Cedar Ridge Village
Provides: Independent Living
8950 Coachlight Dr, West Des Moines, IA 50266
"My brother will be moving into Cedar Ridge Village. It's brand new. It's out where all the big stores are, the mall, and the places to eat, and the price for what you get was the best value. The..." More
"My brother will be moving into Cedar Ridge Village. It's brand new. It's out where all the big stores are, the mall, and the places to eat, and the price for what you get was the best value. The..." More
Bishop Drumm Retirement Center
Provides: Independent Living
5837 Winwood Drive, Johnston, IA 50131
"Bishop Drumm Retirement Center was very nice, but it was very expensive. It's a buy in and I'm not ready for that. I would recommend it. It's very pretty and very clean. The rooms were very well..." More
"Bishop Drumm Retirement Center was very nice, but it was very expensive. It's a buy in and I'm not ready for that. I would recommend it. It's very pretty and very clean. The rooms were very well..." More
Luther Park Apartments
Provides: Independent Living
2824 E 16th Street, Des Moines, IA 50316
"Luther Park Apartments is very clean, very beautiful, and they keep it very well designed and updated everywhere. They have lovely apartments. The people who manage it are very friendly and easy to..." More
"Luther Park Apartments is very clean, very beautiful, and they keep it very well designed and updated everywhere. They have lovely apartments. The people who manage it are very friendly and easy to..." More
Scottish Rite Park
Provides: Independent Living
2909 Woodland Ave, Des Moines, IA 50312
"My parents-in-law are in Scottish Rite Park. They've been there a little over a year. They have both independent living and assisted living. If one requires one care and the other one requires..." More
"My parents-in-law are in Scottish Rite Park. They've been there a little over a year. They have both independent living and assisted living. If one requires one care and the other one requires..." More
Upside Des Moines
Provides: Independent Living
225 E Center St, Des Moines, IA 50309
"Upside is truly an exclusive opportunity to live independently on your own terms. We offer luxury living options with over 2,500+ apartments in our network across the country alongside a dedicated..." More
"Upside is truly an exclusive opportunity to live independently on your own terms. We offer luxury living options with over 2,500+ apartments in our network across the country alongside a dedicated..." More
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Recent Reviews of Independent Living in Urbandale
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Review of Holiday Illahee Hills
I'm moving into Holiday Illahee Hills. Everybody was very friendly, happy, and that kind of stuff. I liked that. The room I have is very small. It's like a pear-shaped room. And I got so much stuff... Read more
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Review of The Arbordale
I had a tour and was able to see two units. Very spacious, huge closets, full kitchen and also stackable washer/dryer units. The rooms are nearly the same size as my main floor and exactly what... Read more
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Review of Holiday Illahee Hills
I have been here at Holiday Illahee Hills for about a month now. It has been extremely good. I have no complaints. Any time I need something, they are extremely helpful. I have a cottage, I get 3 m... Read more
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