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10 Best Independent Living Communities in Arapahoe County, CO

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Discover unique independent living amenities, social activities, dining, and more independent living benefits. With 305 independent living facilities in Arapahoe County, A Place for Mom makes it easier to find your new, maintenance-free home.

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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Drehmoor Apartments is a Section 8 senior housing community for seniors aged 55+ that is located in the city of Denver, CO. The neighborhood of the apartment community is mainly made up of low income people. Denver is the largest city in the state and you will find many amenities if you are able...
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Provides: Independent Living
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Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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Provides: Independent Living
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Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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Provides: Senior Apartments
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Provides: Senior Apartments
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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Provides: Independent Living
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Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Southview Place Apartments is a community that feels like home. Lush landscaping featuring brick patios at the outside pool, well lit parking area and circle drive, guest parking and covered entryways, and a staff that constantly updates and maintians the complex...all contribute to the fact that...
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Provides: Independent Living
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Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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Provides: Independent Living
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Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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Provides: Independent Living
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Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
The Center is an attractive, residential building that offers 111 assisted living apartments; four designated for couples.  The entire Center provides a smoke free environment.  The rent includes a private, unfurnished, studio apartment, all utilities except phone and cable,...
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Provides: Independent Living
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Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Provides: Independent Living
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Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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Of course no place is perfect, but since manager [name removed] took over more about two years ago, she and her staff have been working hard to affect many improvements. They've been addressing both the...
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Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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It’s a good place, the staff are great and were very helpful getting me into my new home! They made the transition into the community much easier than I expected. I have no complaints at all!
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
The Villas at Sunny Acres is a continuing care retirement community located on 64 beautiful acres in north metropolitan Denver. The community offers independent living, assisted living and skilled nursing, with Alzheimer's care opening in September 2006. The campus features two lakes, walking...
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Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Provides: Independent Living
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Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Kings Point Apartments is a senior housing building in the beautiful and refreshing city of Denver, Colorado. Kings Point Apartments if the perfect choice if you are looking for a safe and comfortable place to call home. Denver is truly a city for everyone. Surrounded by glorious views of the...
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Provides: Senior Apartments
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.

Cost of independent living in Arapahoe County, CO

The average cost of senior living in Arapahoe County is $4,136 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Bennett, CO with an average of $3,771 per month.

Independent living costs in Arapahoe County, CO, vs. nearby counties

Arapahoe County, CO
$4,136/mo

Independent living costs in Arapahoe County, CO, vs. state and national averages

Arapahoe County, CO
$4,136/mo
U.S. national average
$4,016/mo

Independent living costs in Arapahoe County, CO, vs. other senior living options

$5,215/mo
Independent Living
$4,136/mo

Independent living costs in Arapahoe County, CO, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$5,544/mo
Studio
$5,496/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,721/mo
2 Bedroom
$6,685/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$5,868/mo

Senior living costs in Arapahoe County vs. state and national costs

Cost comparison table showing community type costs by location. This table contains 3 rows of data across 4 columns.
Column communityType: Community type
Column destination: Arapahoe County, CO
Column state: Colorado
Column national: U.S.
Community typeArapahoe County, COColoradoU.S.
Independent Living$4,136/mo$4,182/mo$4,016/mo
Assisted Living$5,018/mo$5,050/mo$4,558/mo
Memory Care$5,215/mo$5,145/mo$4,794/mo
Independent Living
Arapahoe County, CO:$4,136/mo
Colorado:$4,182/mo
U.S.:$4,016/mo
Assisted Living
Arapahoe County, CO:$5,018/mo
Colorado:$5,050/mo
U.S.:$4,558/mo
Memory Care
Arapahoe County, CO:$5,215/mo
Colorado:$5,145/mo
U.S.:$4,794/mo
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Independent living costs in Arapahoe County, CO, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly independent living costs have shifted over the past five years in Arapahoe County and how those changes compare with state and national trends. The figures represent quarterly averages of what seniors actually paid after moving into A Place for Mom partner communities.

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Independent living cost trends in Arapahoe County, CO

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Arapahoe County have changed in the last two years and how those changes compare with state and national trends. The figures represent averages of actual costs paid by seniors who moved into A Place for Mom partner communities in 2023 and 2024.

Cost comparison table showing 2023 and 2024 median costs by location. This table contains 3 rows of data across 4 columns.
Column location: Location
Column cost2024: 2024 average cost
Column cost2023: 2023 average cost
Column percentChange: Percent change
Location2024 average cost2023 average costPercent change
Arapahoe County, CO$3,359/mo$3,261/mo+3.0%
Colorado$3,277/mo$3,262/mo+0.4%
National$3,261/mo$3,166/mo+3.0%
Arapahoe County, CO
2024 average cost:$3,359/mo
2023 average cost:$3,261/mo
Percent change:+3.0%
Colorado
2024 average cost:$3,277/mo
2023 average cost:$3,262/mo
Percent change:+0.4%
National
2024 average cost:$3,261/mo
2023 average cost:$3,166/mo
Percent change:+3.0%
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Discover the many ways to pay for senior living

Planning ahead can better position you to make good choices for your loved one’s care in the future. But if your aging family member needs care now, there are ways to finance the cost of long-term care through a combination of approaches.

What families are saying about independent living in Arapahoe County

Recent reviews for independent living in Arapahoe County

Bethesda Gardens Thornton

4.3
When my loved one was ill, the staff were very responsive to our phone calls and also offered supportive and medical care to them. The staff are very friendly and caring.

Westhaven Apartment Homes in Lakewood, CO

4.0
I have moved in to Westhaven Apartment Homes, and I really like it so far. I like that I can still maintain an independent lifestyle here, but that it is also a very active and social retirement facility. The staff is great, and they have a lot of activities like Bingo, movies, crafts, story ...
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Golden Orchard III in Wheat Ridge, CO

5.0
We love the staff and living situation for my 2 elderly parents at Golden Orchard, Finding this lovely group home was a Blessing for us. My Dad and Mom are well taken care of in every way. Such a huge difference in how well my parents are doing in this very caring group home environment!. Food ...
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Arapahoe County independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Arapahoe County independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Arapahoe County, but support comparisons against nationwide offerings. Our Senior Living Advisors can help you find communities that fit your preferences.

Availability of select dietary accommodations in Arapahoe County independent living

Independent living communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of Arapahoe County partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
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Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
15.5%
20.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
30.2%
34.1%
No sugar
No sugar
26.8%
31.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
33.6%
33.6%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
7.5%
8.1%
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Availability of select dining options in Arapahoe County independent living

Our independent living communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of Arapahoe County communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
34%
36.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
37.7%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
35.8%
36.9%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
21.1%
17.4%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Arapahoe County independent living

Senior living communities offer a variety of programming to keep seniors socially, mentally, and physically vibrant. The chart below shows what percentage of partnered independent living communities in Arapahoe County offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
40.4%
45.3%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
31.3%
28.4%
Community service programs
Community service programs
28.7%
32.8%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
42.6%
49.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
45.7%
49.8%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
49.4%
54.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
37.4%
43.1%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
34.7%
37.7%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
38.9%
41.7%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
43%
47.5%
Live performances
Live performances
41.9%
47.3%
Dances
Dances
28.7%
32.6%
Fitness center
Fitness center
34.3%
39.8%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
41.1%
47%
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