Expert Senior Living Advisors from A Place for Mom can help direct you to Independent Living communities. Together, we will find the perfect fit for your loved one, and we will provide direction and support as needed. We partner with 306 Independent Living communities in Chicago and the surrounding area, so there are many options to choose from. A Place for Mom is the largest senior living referral service in North America, and we can help you make a good choice at no cost to you.
Independent Living near Chicago, Illinois
3121 North Sheridan Road, Chicago, IL 60657
Studio, 1 Bed, 2 Bed
Healthier Life, Healthier YouHave you been on the hunt for an exceptional senior living experience that gives you the quality care you want without sacrificing the independence and freedom you crave? If so, look no further. Our independent and assisted living community is located within walking...
5333 North Sheridan Road, Chicago, IL 60640
Studio, 1 Bed, 2 Bed
At The Breakers, I have my choice of a quiet evening in my apartment home or spending time with my friends. There is fun and lively entertainment all in one spot. What's really special is that there is always someone to visit and talk with. It's a warm, friendly community where everyone feels...
6700 South Keating Avenue, Chicago, IL 60629
Studio, 1 Bed, 2 Bed, Semi-Private
Don't let our value prices fool you -- Autumn Green is a beautiful community! Autumn Green at Midway Village offers full-service rental retirement living at a mid-range price for persons aged 62+ OR For-sale condominiums for persons aged 55+ in the adjacent Midway Village...
3659 W 99th Pl, Chicago, IL 60655
Studio, 1 Bed, 2 Bed
Mercy Circle believes in Life with Spirit!At Mercy Circle, the idea of living with spirit is not just a motto or slogan. It is the foundation for the inviting, energetic environment you’ll find here. Mercy Circle’s residents and staff join together to create a vibrant, caring community where...
4239 North Oak Park Avenue, Chicago, IL 60634
1 Bed, 2 Bed, Semi-Private
Autumn Green at Wright Campus is a senior living community located in the vibrant metropolis of Chicago, Illinois. This iconic city offers some of the best amenities in the country. Glass towers, luxury boutiques and fine dining can be found amongst the busy downtown core. Visiting family members...
1400 South Indiana Avenue, Chicago, IL 60605
Studio, 1 Bed
Imagine being able to live in a beautiful building, in a community of friends, receive monthly housekeeping services and benefit from specially designed safety features - all for one low affordable monthly rate and in the Chicago neighborhood you've called home for most of your life. As a...
2710 Clark Street, Chicago, IL 60614
Studio, 1 Bed, Semi-Private
In elegant, residential environments, we deliver the finest in senior care, and are recognized internationally for both quality and innovation. Guided by our Principles of Service, Sunrise affords families peace-of-mind by providing today's seniors with a range of personalized assisted living...
700 W Fullerton Ave, Chicago, IL 60614
Studio, 1 Bed, 2 Bed
At Belmont Village Lincoln Park, you’ll find the perfect blend of comfort, care and active living. The mid-rise building maintains the look and feel of the area with an architectural style very closely replicating the Nellie Black building that previously occupied the site. Nestled in the new...
2825 S Halstead St, Chicago, IL 60608
Studio, 1 Bed
Imagine being able to live in a beautiful building, in a community of friends, receive monthly housekeeping services and benefit from specially designed safety features - all for one low affordable monthly rate and in the Chicago neighborhood you've called home for most of your life. As a...
4950 North Ashland Avenue, Chicago, IL 60640
Studio, 1 Bed, 2 Bed
Bethany Retirement is a faith-based, non-profit serving the vibrant Andersonville and Ravenswood neighborhoods in Chicago for over 126 years! We were founded in the Methodist tradition; however, we are home to a variety of faiths. We are 'Called to Care' and our desire is to provide active living...
6016 N. Nina Avenue, Chicago, IL 60631
Studio, 1 Bed, 2 Bed
Norwood Crossing, a not-for-profit community located on the Northwest side of Chicago, has been serving older adults since 1896. Each day, Norwood Crossing holds true to their mission of enhancing the independence and well-being of older adults. Norwood Crossing offers several levels of service...
2355 East 67th Street, Chicago, IL 60649
Studio, 1 Bed
Imagine being able to live in a beautiful building, in a community of friends, receive monthly housekeeping services and benefit from specially designed safety features - all for one low affordable monthly rate and in the Chicago neighborhood you've called home for most of your life. As a...
3535 N Ashland Ave, Chicago, IL 60657
Studio, 1 Bed, 2 Bed
Welcome to Artis—where empowerment, pride and fulfillment define memory careAt Artis Senior Living, our mission is to provide the finest level in Memory Care and assisted living through individually designed programs combined with a passionate dedication to each resident’s individualized comforts...
2800 West Montrose Avenue, Chicago, IL 60618
Studio, 1 Bed
Imagine being able to live in a beautiful building, in a community of friends, receive monthly housekeeping services and benefit from specially designed safety features - all for one low affordable monthly rate and in the Chicago neighborhood you've called home for most of your life. As a...
2804 East 77th Place, Chicago, IL 60649
Studio, 1 Bed
Imagine being able to live in a beautiful building, in a community of friends, receive monthly housekeeping services and benefit from specially designed safety features - all for one low affordable monthly rate and in the Chicago neighborhood you've called home for most of your life. As a...
6800 S. Keating Avenue, Chicago, IL 60629
Studio, 1 Bed, 2 Bed
Senior Suites of Midway Village is a welcoming, secure independent living community in Chicago for seniors ages 62 and over. We provide the opportunity for seniors to forego home maintenance chores in favor of private apartments with housekeeping in a convenient location. We want our residents to...
5839 South Harlem Avenue, Chicago, IL 60638
Studio, 1 Bed
Imagine being able to live in a beautiful building, in a community of friends, receive monthly housekeeping services and benefit from specially designed safety features - all for one low affordable monthly rate and in the Chicago neighborhood you've called home for most of your life. As a...
2720 W Foster Ave, Chicago, IL 60625
Studio, 1 Bed, 2 Bed, Semi-Private
A gracious 55-unit assisted living residence rebuilt in a great Chicago neighborhood in 1997, Covenant Home brings a new style of assisted living to its urban Chicago neighborhood. Our building wraps a floor-to-ceiling central atrium, making the interior bright and cheerful. Studio, one- and...
1050 West 79th Street, Chicago, IL 60620
Studio, 1 Bed
Imagine being able to live in a beautiful building, in a community of friends, receive monthly housekeeping services and benefit from specially designed safety features - all for one low affordable monthly rate and in the Chicago neighborhood you've called home for most of your life. As a...
335 North Menard Avenue, Chicago, IL 60644
Studio, 1 Bed
Imagine being able to live in a beautiful building, in a community of friends, receive monthly housekeeping services and benefit from specially designed safety features - all for one low affordable monthly rate and in the Chicago neighborhood you've called home for most of your life. As a...
Independent living offers a stress-free lifestyle for older adults. Independent living communities don’t provide personal care or supervision, but do offer generally healthy adults opportunities for socialization and hassle-free living. Independent living services often include:
Retirement homes in Chicago are also known as independent living communities. These 55+ communities offer a wide range of services to seniors who desire to live independently among their peers.
When it comes to the overall price of retirement communities, Chicago has a median monthly cost of $1,800 for the city proper and $2,200 for the metropolitan area. This means that for 55+ communities in Chicago, IL, rent tends to be equal to the state median of $2,300. When it comes to independent senior living, Chicago city proper is considered to be cheaper than the wider metropolitan area.
The overall cost of living is the first thing to consider when selecting Chicago. As the largest city in the Midwest, Chicago is also the most expensive. The current cost-of-living index is currently 18 points above the national average of 100.
| Cost-of-living index | Grocery index | Median rent | Rent burden | Median home value | Median family income | Estate tax |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 118 | 94 | $1,493 | 22.5% spend over 30% of their income on rent | $234,564 | $52,497 | The top estate tax rate is 16% with an exemption threshold of $4 million. |
In total, there are 33 hospitals that service Chicago’s emergency needs. The top hospitals in Chicago include:
Weather and climate can be a major influence in deciding whether living in Chicago is right for you or your loved one. Chicago has a hot-summer humid continental type of climate. This means that the city experiences four distinct seasons with highly variable weather patterns. The summers are warm to hot with potentially high humidity, and the winters are cold with a high chance for snow and inclement weather. On average, Chicago has a humidity rating of around 70%. Humidity levels peak during the month of December at about 75%.
Seasonal Temperatures
| Average summer temp | Typical summer high | Typical summer low | Average winter temp | Typical winter high | Typical winter low |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 75°F | 86°F (July) | 63°F (June) | 29°F | 37°F (December) | 20°F (January) |
Air Quality
| Average. air quality index rating | Average. maximum air quality index rating |
|---|---|
| 62.5 (moderate) | 84.6 (moderate) |
Moderate conditions mean that those who are sensitive to particulates in the air should consider limiting the amount of time they spend on outdoor exertion.
Precipitation
| Average monthly precipitation | Average maximum precipitation | Average yearly snowfall |
|---|---|---|
| 3″ | 5″ (August) | 35″ |
2016 Presidential Election for Cook County
| Voted Democratic | Voted Republican | Voted Third Party |
|---|---|---|
| 73.9% | 20.8% | 5.3% |
Population statistics
| Population city proper | Population metro area | Population density | Population growth |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2,700,000 | 9,533,000 | 4,612 people per square mile | Shrinking at a rate of -0.003% |
Age
| Median age | 55+ | 60+ | 70+ | 80+ |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 34 | 22.5% | 8.8% | 4.9% | 2.9% |
Highest Level of Education
| High-school diploma | College degree | Graduate degree |
|---|---|---|
| 37.4% | 22.9% | 15.1% |
Race & Ethnicity
| Asian | Black | Hispanic | Native American | Pacific Islander or Native Hawaiian | White | Two or more |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6.2% | 30.1% | 29% | 3% | <1% | 32.8% | 2.7% |
Crime
| Property crimes per 1,000 residents | Violent crimes per 1,000 residents |
|---|---|
| 32.9 | 11 |
| Participate in the labor force | Do not have health insurance | Live in poverty | Widowed | Veterans |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 66.4% | 12.8% | 20.6% | 5.2% | 3.5% |
Chicago is considered very friendly to members of the LGBTQ+ community. This means that members of the community are accepted by the general public and can actively participate in public life without fear of bigotry.
Located on the banks of Lake Michigan, Chicago has a big-city vibe set in the middle of the Midwest. Famous for Al Capone and the Sears Tower (now Willis Tower), Chicago has much more to offer than deep-dish pizza and architecture. From the festivities of Navy Pier to the masterpieces of the Art Institute of Chicago, the Windy City has numerous cultural opportunities for the active mind. If sports are your choice, look no further than the city’s numerous championship-winning sports teams: Chicago Bears (NFL), Chicago Blackhawks (NHL), Chicago Bulls (NBA), Chicago Cubs (MLB), and Chicago White Sox (MLB).
Transportation
For transportation, the iconic “L-train” can take you all over the city on its elevated tracks. The Chicago Transit Authority (CTA) operates bus routes between Downtown and O’Hare International Airport and Midway Airport, as well as north-south routes up and down the city.
What are the top rated independent living facilities near Chicago, Illinois?
Montgomery Place, Drexel Horizon and Cantata Adult Life Services a CCRC are the top rated independent living facilities near Chicago, Illinois. See full list of communities.
How many independent living facilities are there near Chicago, Illinois?
There are 306 independent living facilities near Chicago, Illinois. See the full list.
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