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10 Best Independent Living Communities in Muscatine, IA

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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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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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The facility was good, the food was very good and they offered a good variety. The rooms were average size and were enough for him. It's a small facility and he received more attention. I would...
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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.
Asbury house is independent living, for seniors 50 years plus. We have fourteen apartments, which very in square footage. We have one-bedroom apartments, single efficiency, double efficiency and several suites. All the apartments are located on the first floor, all apartments have a full bath,...
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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.
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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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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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My Husband had passed away and my family wanted me to be where I could interact with others. I really believe God led me here as every where we looked was no vacancy, one facility said try Irving Point I am...
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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, 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.
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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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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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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Located in Maquoketa, Iowa, Hurst Hotel Apartments offer senior citizens independent and assisted living. These apartments offer more than just a place for your loved one to rest their head, Hurst Hotel Apartments presents a setting that fosters interaction and a community feel. There is a...
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Very well maintained property located across from Super Target,WalMart, and Lindale Mall.Our one bedroom apartments are 640 sq ft and come with all appliances including dishwasher.All apartments have central air, and your own furnace and water heater.Your building has a community room with...
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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.
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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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Designed for persons: 55+ All the needed conveniences are right here. These comfortable one bedroom apartment homes offer individual temperature controls, air conditioning and generous closet space. Plus all utilities are included. Located close to hospital, clinics and shopping, River Village II...
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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.
Designed for persons: 55+ These exceptional one bedroom apartment homes are designed especially for seniors who enjoy independence in a small town setting. Close to hospital, clinics and shopping, each home has generous closet space, air conditioning, and individual temperature controls. All...
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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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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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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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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.
Our Story….In 1887, Cedar Rapids widow, Catherine Hinkley, knocked on the door of her neighbor, Elsie Stewart, and asked if she could live with them. She was not looking for a handout, she offered to pay them $1 per week for her room and board. Soon others came to the Stewarts’ door with...

Cost of independent living in Muscatine, IA

The average cost of senior living in Muscatine is $2,762 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Wilton, IA with an average of $2,388 per month.

Independent living costs in Muscatine, IA, vs. nearby cities

Muscatine, IA
$2,762/mo
$2,790/mo
$3,215/mo

Independent living costs in Muscatine, IA, vs. state and national averages

Muscatine, IA
$2,762/mo
$3,220/mo
U.S. national average
$4,016/mo

Independent living costs in Muscatine, IA, vs. other senior living options

$4,327/mo
Independent Living
$2,762/mo

Independent living costs in Muscatine, IA, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$4,912/mo
Studio
$5,103/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,691/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,167/mo

Senior living costs in Muscatine 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: Muscatine, IA
Column state: Iowa
Column national: U.S.
Community typeMuscatine, IAIowaU.S.
Independent Living$2,762/mo$3,220/mo$4,016/mo
Assisted Living$4,327/mo$4,392/mo$4,558/mo
Memory Care$4,327/mo$4,394/mo$4,794/mo
Independent Living
Muscatine, IA:$2,762/mo
Iowa:$3,220/mo
U.S.:$4,016/mo
Assisted Living
Muscatine, IA:$4,327/mo
Iowa:$4,392/mo
U.S.:$4,558/mo
Memory Care
Muscatine, IA:$4,327/mo
Iowa:$4,394/mo
U.S.:$4,794/mo
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Independent living costs in Muscatine, IA, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly independent living costs have shifted over the past five years in Muscatine 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 Muscatine, IA

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Muscatine 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
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Location2024 average cost2023 average costPercent change
Muscatine, IA$2,950/mo$2,609/mo+13.1%
Iowa$2,681/mo$2,601/mo+3.1%
National$3,246/mo$3,151/mo+3.0%
Muscatine, IA
2024 average cost:$2,950/mo
2023 average cost:$2,609/mo
Percent change:+13.1%
Iowa
2024 average cost:$2,681/mo
2023 average cost:$2,601/mo
Percent change:+3.1%
National
2024 average cost:$3,246/mo
2023 average cost:$3,151/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 Muscatine

Recent reviews for independent living in Muscatine

Brown Deer Place in Coralville, IA

4.0
I would recommend if the person had severe dementia, they are very friendly the only complaint she has is that the food is not very good.

Fort Armstrong in Rock Island, IL

5.0
I have lived at The Fort Armstrong for almost 5 years and do not regret my choice in moving here. I enjoy the live music and outings we go on.

Luther Knoll in Bettendorf, IA

4.5
This place has been great so far! Mom was so worried about moving to an "old folks home", but after seeing how friendly everyone is and what a nice community they've got going here she loves it! She's only been there a little over a month, but she got birthday cards from so many people in the ...
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Muscatine independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Muscatine independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Muscatine, 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 Muscatine 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 Muscatine partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Muscatine, IANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
10.3%
20.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
15.1%
34.1%
No sugar
No sugar
13.7%
31.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
16.4%
33.6%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
3.4%
8.1%
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Availability of select dining options in Muscatine 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 Muscatine communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Muscatine, IANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
13%
36.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
20.5%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
15.8%
36.9%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
7.5%
17.4%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Muscatine 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 Muscatine offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Muscatine, IANational
Activity director
Activity director
21.9%
45.3%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
14.4%
28.4%
Community service programs
Community service programs
18.5%
32.8%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
32.9%
49.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
24.7%
49.8%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
34.2%
54.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
18.5%
43.1%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
15.1%
37.7%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
17.8%
41.7%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
24.7%
47.5%
Live performances
Live performances
23.3%
47.3%
Dances
Dances
14.4%
32.6%
Fitness center
Fitness center
19.2%
39.8%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
22.6%
47%
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Pearl City Place, Brookstone of Aledo and Holiday Palmer Hills are the top-rated independent living facilities near Muscatine, Iowa. See full list of communities.
There are 165 independent living facilities near Muscatine, Iowa. See the full list.
The best independent living facilities near you in Muscatine, Iowa are Brookstone of Aledo and Holiday Palmer Hills. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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