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10 Best Independent Living Communities in Iowa Center, IA

Last Updated: 2/21/25

If you’re looking for independent living in the Iowa Center area, our local senior living advisors can help you each step of the way. From affordable independent living for seniors to luxury options, we’ll work with you to understand the cost of independent living in Iowa Center. From there, we’ll show you the best independent living communities for your lifestyle, interests, and budget.

Discover unique independent living amenities, social activities, dining, and more independent living benefits. With 31 independent living facilities in Iowa Center, A Place for Mom makes it easier to find your new, maintenance-free home.


You may also consider nearby communities such as Ames, Nevada or Maxwell.

Iowa Center Independent Living Facilities | 304 Reviews

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Recent reviews of Independent Living in Iowa Center, IA
Rock Creek Senior Living in Ankeny, IA
5.0

I would recommend this facility to others. All interactions that I have had with all of the staff have been great. Also, my mother has not had a complaint that she has told me about. So everything good. I can't rate the meals or activities as I haven't personally been involved with those.

Bishop Drumm Retirement Center in Johnston, IA
5.0

My dad is doing really good after picking this community from the list we got from A Place For Mom. He is enjoying the meals they make. He has tried some activities and he knows some people who live here. The staff has been great. I cant tell he is happy and when he calls he tells me good things.

Northridge Village in Ames, IA
5.0

Northridge VIllage is a very professionally run community with compassionate, efficient personnel. The atmosphere is friendly and welcoming for residents' demeanors and outlooks. The healthful meals are tasty, nicely varied and attractive and we appreciate the cleanliness of handling foodstuffs. Employees appear to be happy with their employment. Entertainment opportunities are numerous and diverse.

Independence Village of Ankeny

1275 SW State Street, Ankeny, IA 50023

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
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9.5
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89 reviews

The employees here are extremely passionate about each and every one's experience when coming here and make it feels so comfortable and welcomed to the tenants, staff, and future tenants.

Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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Welcome to Independence Village of Ankeny! This isn’t just a place to reside — it’s a place where our community members truly shine, and we are glad to share this experience with them. Our senior living options include assisted living and memory care. Throughout each service level, we strive to...

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Independence Village of Ames

1325 Coconino Rd, Ames, IA 50014

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
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9.5
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88 reviews

Things are going well. You have been taking great care of us. My wife us eating better here. We get walks to the DR and she is walking better.

Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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Welcome to Independence Village! At Independence Village of Ames, we enjoy spending time getting to know our residents and helping them explore the best living options for each of their specific needs. We’re here to assist with daily tasks like housekeeping, getting ready for the day, or even...

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Rock Creek Senior Living

3602 NW 5th Street, Ankeny, IA 50023

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
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8.8
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27 reviews

Friendly, courteous, thoughtful, very caring, ready to help in any situation, and meals tasty and fitting of all diets. We picked this community because of the staff, location, and reviews from people.

Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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Journey Senior Living of Ankeny is an Assisted Living and Memory Care community serving Ankeny, Iowa and surrounding communities. We provide the ideal solution for seniors who value their independence but may require some assistance with activities of daily living.Opened November 2016. Journey...

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Windsor Manor Nevada

1642 South G Avenue, Nevada, IA 50201

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8.0
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5 reviews

Windsor Manor staff feel like family. They get to know you on a personal level. They go above and beyond the expected, always. I would highly recommend them to others looking to place a loved one. Her time...

Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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Live the life at Windsor Manor! Experience the best of retirement living with the helpful support you need 24 hours a day. Our seniors love their spacious apartment homes with country views. They also enjoy time with their neighbors and friends in our beautiful community and blooming courtyard...

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Bickford of Ames

2418 Kent Ave, Ames, IA 50010

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
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8.0
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12 reviews

It’s been a wonderful experience for my grandma. The care for my grandma is priority and Bickford of Ames has continuously shown her exceptionally good care and kindness. I would recommend Bickford of Ames...

Provides: Assisted Living
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If you think there’s not much going on in a senior living community, you’ve never been to Bickford. Imagine your loved one enjoying delicious, scratch-made meals, having a friendly caregiver always nearby, and a calendar chock-full of social activities. Our family of caregivers will do whatever...

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The Suites of Ankeny

420 NW Ash Dr, Ankeny, IA 50023

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
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8.0
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4 reviews

All categories are 5. Mom and Dad have had a great experience at The Suites of Ankeny. They take great care of them and the staff has gone above and beyond to make them feel welcome and at home.

Provides: Assisted Living

Attivo Trail Ankeny

1010 SW Magazine Rd, Ankeny, IA 50023

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
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8.0
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2 reviews

Attivo Trail is not an assisted-living facility; it contains complete apartments with everything an adult would need. I have a two bedroom, 2 bath living space with a complete kitchen with all appliances. I...

Provides: Independent Living
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Attivo Trail Ankeny

1010 SW Magazine Rd, Ankeny, IA 50023

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
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8.0
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2 reviews

Attivo Trail is not an assisted-living facility; it contains complete apartments with everything an adult would need. I have a two bedroom, 2 bath living space with a complete kitchen with all appliances. I...

Provides: Independent Living
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Edencrest at Siena Hills

455 SW Ankeny Rd, Ankeny, IA 50023

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
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7.9
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19 reviews

I am basing this off of the memory Care unit since Mom has been there the longest. They're willing to work with families on where to place residents and how to care for each individual resident. With the...

Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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Edencrest at Siena Hills Assisted Living and Memory Care is your community of choice in Ankeny! We are committed to providing Red Carpet Treatment for everyone who lives, works, and visits Siena Hills. Red Carpet Treatment is more than simple hospitality; it is our way of life! Our 'Resident...

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The Rose of Ames

1315 Coconino Road, Ames, IA 50014

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
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7.0
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6 reviews

The staff are nice and helpful. My mother in law is enjoying some of the daily activities offered. The food is good and they offer god sized portions. They do keep the community clean. I would recommend...

Provides: Assisted Living
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The Rose of Ames Affordable Assisted Living community is located in Ames, Iowa. The community has 56 units situated in a tranquil residential neighborhood on the border of Ames in Story County. It is also located in a part that has low crime rates making it quite safe for residents. The Mary...

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Courtyard Estates at Hawthorne Crossing

601 Hawthorne Crossing Drive SE, Bondurant, IA 50035

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
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14 reviews

Courtyard Estates has been excellent to my father in-law. The staff is very kind and has winning ways with the residents. They can be a little hard to find at times, but I know that this is because they are...

Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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Courtyard Estates at Hawthorne Crossing been a staple in the Bondurant Commuity for nearly a decade. We are a locally owned community that offers Assisted Living and Memory Care Services. Our motto is 'Rolling out the Red Carpet'! Which we do not only to our residents, but our staff and guests as...

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Connect55 Plus Ankeny

1225 SW. 28th Street, Ankeny, IA 50023

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
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3.0
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1 review
Provides: Senior Apartments
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Senior Living Apartments in AnkenyConnect55+ Ankeny, in Ankeny, Iowa combines maintenance-free senior living with modern amenities and state-of-the-art facilities. The modern, pet-friendly Connect55+ senior housing community includes a cozy library, a welcoming community room, and spacious...

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Connect55 Plus Ankeny

1225 SW. 28th Street, Ankeny, IA 50023

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
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3.0
Review Score
1 review
Provides: Senior Apartments
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Senior Living Apartments in AnkenyConnect55+ Ankeny, in Ankeny, Iowa combines maintenance-free senior living with modern amenities and state-of-the-art facilities. The modern, pet-friendly Connect55+ senior housing community includes a cozy library, a welcoming community room, and spacious...

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Edencrest at The Tuscany

1600 8th St SE, Altoona, IA 50009

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
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6.5
Review Score
7 reviews

Very nice facility. The staff is extremely helpful and always looking for ways they can help residents. Facility is always clean. Elegantly decorated common areas for season or holiday. Menu could be more...

Provides: Independent Living, Assisted Living, Memory Care
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We are a brand new community, summer of 2021, within an award winning brand. We will be the flagship community of the brand offering independent living, assisted living, closer care, and memory care. We will also offer garages, connected and detached. Our services will go much higher than most...

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Ballard Creek Community

908 N Highway 69, Huxley, IA 50124

Provides: Assisted Living

Green Hills Health Care Center

2210 Hamilton Dr, Ames, IA 50014

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Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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Northridge Village

3300 George W Carver Avenue, Ames, IA 50010

21 reviews

Northridge Village has light, cheerful apartments with a convenient kitchen. There is a "family feel" with residents sincerely interested in being helpful and caring. We appreciate people in the medical...

Provides: Independent Living, Assisted Living, Memory Care

Vintage Cooperative of Ames

5900 Hyde Ave, Ames, IA 50010

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Provides: Independent Living

Northcrest Community

1801 20th St, Ames, IA 50010

Provides: Independent Living, Assisted Living, Memory Care

Windsor Oaks

3727 Calhoun Ave, Ames, IA 50010

Provides: Independent Living

Candleridge Apartments

513 Brick Street SE, Bondurant, IA 50035

Provides: Independent Living

Mill Pond

1201 SE Mill Pond Court, Ankeny, IA 50021

1 review

Our family had an in person tour and the facility is very nice, but it seemed like when the residents really start to decline they just kind of put them in their own section that reminded us of a nursing...

Provides: Independent Living, Assisted Living, Nursing Homes

Oakwood Terrace

1115-1125 - 1135 - 1145 W 1st St, Ankeny, IA 50021

5 reviews

I was pleasantly surprised how comfortable I felt living at Oakwood. The Owners are very nice and respond to requests quickly. There is an on site manager who is very good.

Provides: Senior Apartments

Oakwood Terrace Apartments is designed for people who are 55 years of age or older, or person with disabilities.Oakwood Terrace Apartments has a beautiful outdoor setting with many shade trees and benches as well as a gazebo to add to your outdoor enjoyment.Each of our four buildings has it own...

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CopperWood Senior Living at Prairie Trail (Summer 2024)

2855 Southwest Vintage Parkway, Ankeny, IA 50023

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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CopperWood Senior Living at Prairie Trail (Summer 2024)

2855 Southwest Vintage Parkway, Ankeny, IA 50023

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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Cost of independent living in Iowa Center, IA

The average cost of senior living in Iowa Center is 3,165 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Colfax, IA with an average of 2,831 per month.

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What is independent living?

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:

  • Nutritious meals and snacks
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
  • Home maintenance and repairs
  • Social activities and outings
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Independence Village of Pella, Attivo Trail Waukee and Independence Village of Ankeny are the top-rated independent living facilities near Iowa Center, Iowa. See full list of communities.

There are 31 independent living facilities near Iowa Center, Iowa. See the full list.

The best independent living facilities near you in Iowa Center, Iowa are Independence Village of Ankeny and Independence Village of Ames. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.

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