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10 Best Independent Living Communities in University Park, IA

Last Updated: 2/21/25

If you’re looking for independent living in the University Park 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 University Park. 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 91 independent living facilities in University Park, A Place for Mom makes it easier to find your new, maintenance-free home.


You may also consider nearby communities such as Oskaloosa, New Sharon or Beacon.

University Park Independent Living Facilities | 192 Reviews

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Recent reviews of Independent Living in University Park, IA
Homestead of Knoxville Assisted Living
5.0

I would highly recommend Homestead. I would be happy to live there if I ever become unable to care for myself. The kitchen around mealtime smelled wonderful. Lots of areas to gather and socialize. Wide hallways with sitting areas spaced out so you can rest if you have a long trek to the mess hall. Pleasant staff. Clean.

Windsor Manor Grinnell
5.0

We moved my mother-in-law to Windsor Manor two weeks ago and both she and her family are happy with every aspect of the place.

Prairie Vista Village in Altoona, IA
5.0

-It is well managed. -The employee have a good work ethic and protect us from COVID and other things. -We can select a daily menu. -Varied activities - Special treats and trips and transportation.

Homestead of Oskaloosa

2102 S Market St, Oskaloosa, IA 52577

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
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8.9
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3 reviews

Over all very pleased. Staff is great. I have and will continue to recommend. Almost [Cost Removed] increase in January. Others have said they do increase every year.

Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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As we turn the pages of our lives – growing up, working, experiencing loves and losses, raising our own children – we all experience times when we need a little extra help. At Maple Ridge Assisted Living, we have created an environment which combines and celebrates these memorable aspects of...

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Independence Village of Pella

2602 Fifield Rd, Pella, IA 50219

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
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9.8
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114 reviews

Staff members greeted me with a hello and eye contact. Offered much assistance and was extremely supportive. This facility is breath taking and so top notch.

Best of Senior Living All Star
Provides: Independent Living, Assisted Living, Memory Care
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Welcome to Independence Village of Pella! 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 various senior living options include independent living, assisted living, and memory care. Throughout each...

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Homestead of Knoxville Assisted Living

908 S Park Ln, Knoxville, IA 50138

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
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9.2
Review Score
4 reviews

Would not hesitate to recommend this facility. My father thrived there, and the staff even brought him out of his shell with their interactions. I live 1500 miles from my father living at Homestead. The...

Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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As we turn the pages of our lives – growing up, working, experiencing loves and losses, raising our own children – we all experience times when we need a little extra help. At Park Lane Assisted Living, we have created an environment which combines and celebrates these memorable aspects of life...

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Homestead of Centerville

19999 St. Joseph's Dr, Centerville, IA 52544

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
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8.9
Review Score
4 reviews

The office staff was very good with paper work at admission and accommodating with our move-in. The nurses have all been great and responsive to my loved one's needs. The cna's are caring with the residents....

Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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90 miles from Des Moines and conveniently located across the street from Mercy Medical Center, Homestead of Centerville is a senior living community that offers residents high quality assisted living and memory care in Centerville, IA.What is assisted living? Assisted living is for those who can...

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Pennsylvania Place

1 Pennsylvania Pl, Ottumwa, IA 52501

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
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8.0
Review Score
2 reviews

I would recommend to others. Pennsylvania Place staff were always willing to listen to our needs. The staff at Pennsylvania Place were all very helpful, and made Mom feel at home, and gave her needed...

Provides: Independent Living, Assisted Living, Memory Care

Windsor Manor Grinnell

229 Pearl Street, Grinnell, IA 50112

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
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8.0
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4 reviews

Making the decision to move our mother from her private home to assisted living was not easy for her or her family. We had discussed the options available knowing the day might come that she could benefit...

Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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Windsor Manor is a 40 unit apartment complex with 20 assisted living apartments,10 unit secure closer care hallway, and 10 unit memory care cluster offering studio, one and two bedroom apartments, each with a private bath and kitchenette. Personal laundry and housekeeping services are available...

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Birkwood Village

308 2nd Ave, Toledo, IA 52342

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
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8.0
Review Score
1 review

I would definitely recommend it to anyone. The facility is beautiful and staff was great!

Provides: Independent Living, Assisted Living, Memory Care
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We understand that a well-rounded community helps people feel a sense of belonging and maintain overall wellness and independence while offering peace of mind as we age. That is the value of choosing Birkwood Village.Imagine as you age, despite changing needs, having the opportunity to continue...

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Silver Pond and Reflections at Parkview Manor

516 13th St, Wellman, IA 52356

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
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7.5
Review Score
3 reviews

Nursing staff is very good with her. She seems to be continent with her surroundings. The place is always in great order. They are willing to help her with her room and her bathing. Staff is always...

Provides: Independent Living, Assisted Living, Memory Care
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Community HighlightsParkview Manor provides exceptional services with one purpose in mind – to provide a great place to call home. We support those who need minimal to moderate help with daily activities and serve residents with quality care. We even cater to families who need respite care for a...

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Vintage Hills of Indianola

604 E Hillcrest Ave, Indianola, IA 50125

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
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7.5
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19 reviews

I thought Vintage Hills of Indianola was a great place. I just had a problem with one person and got it taken care of. I loved all the people but one.

Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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Vintage Hills is located in Indianola, Iowa just 15 minutes south of Des Moines. There are 46 assisted living apartments ranging from 414 to 813 square feet. The memory care consist of 20 apartments with private and shared rooms. We have immediate availabilities for memory care. There is a town...

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Addington Place of Fairfield

3000 W Madison Ave, Suite 500, Fairfield, IA 52556

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
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7.2
Review Score
3 reviews

Moved my mom to addington a little over a year ago. She is enjoying the socializing and I’m relieved to know there are people who are there to monitor Mom and make sure she’s safe. The staff know every...

Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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Addington Place of Fairfield Assisted Living and Memory Care- All the comforts of home...without the worry! Assisted Living is a special combination of housing, supportive services and health care designed to meet the individual needs of those who require help with activities of daily living...

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River Valley Place of Ottumwa

173 E Rochester Rd, Ottumwa, IA 52501

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
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5.7
Review Score
24 reviews

My mom unexpectedly went from mild dementia to moderate and started wandering and eloping. We are private pay while in the Medicaid look back period and have been struggling to find anything in our budget....

Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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River Valley Place is a senior living community that provides a home away from home for seniors in Ottumwa, Iowa. We offer a variety of services and amenities to meet the needs of our residents, including:• Restaurant-style dining• Life-enrichment activities• Flexible TransportationWe offer both...

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Homestead of Albia

6592 165th St, Albia, IA 52531

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
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1 review

Homestead of Albia have taken excellent care of my mother in law. They provide many types of activities. My mother in law is able to go with staff to the store shopping, to the ice cream shop for a sweet...

Provides: Assisted Living
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At Homestead of Albia, we strive to offer residents the care and personalized assistance they need. Care is offered around the clock, seven days a week, by our certified nursing staff. Beautiful, yet comfortable suites allow us to offer convenient assistance in your own personal environment,...

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Newton Place Apartments

222 North 4th Avenue West, Newton, IA 50208

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1 review

This is a brand new place. There were some issues we had in the beginning. There were some things we did not quite expect.

Provides: Senior Apartments

Welcome to Newton Place Apartments! This beautiful, brand new community features spacious two-bedroom apartments homes designed exclusively for residents 62 and over. All homes include modern amenities at an affordable price: gourmet kitchens with energy-efficient appliances, full-size washer &...

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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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Oskaloosa Retirement Homes

1102 S 11th St, Oskaloosa, IA 52577

Provides: Independent Living

Pleasant Park Estates

1514 High Ave W, Oskaloosa, IA 52577

Provides: Assisted Living

New Sharon Care Ctr

206 S Park Ave, New Sharon, IA 50207

Provides: Assisted Living

New Sharon Care Ctr

206 S Park Ave, New Sharon, IA 50207

Provides: Assisted Living

The Villages Of Marion

Marion St, Bussey, IA 50044

2 reviews

The rooms are nice, you can bring your own furniture so you can make it feel like home.

Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care

Fair Haven East

607 E 3rd St, Pella, IA 50219

Provides: Assisted Living
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Fair Haven East

607 E 3rd St, Pella, IA 50219

Provides: Assisted Living
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Prairie Village Apartments

1000 Hazel St # 9A, Pella, IA 50219

Provides: Independent Living

Pella Manor

608 E 2nd St, Pella, IA 50219

Provides: Independent Living, Assisted Living
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Pella Manor

608 E 2nd St, Pella, IA 50219

Provides: Independent Living, Assisted Living
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Hilltop Manor

408 Jefferson St, Pella, IA 50219

Provides: Assisted Living
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Cost of independent living in University Park, IA

The average cost of senior living in University Park is 3,646 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Lovilia, IA with an average of 3,047 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, Homestead of Knoxville Assisted Living and Homestead of Centerville are the top-rated independent living facilities near University Park, Iowa. See full list of communities.

There are 91 independent living facilities near University Park, Iowa. See the full list.

The best independent living facilities near you in University Park, Iowa are Independence Village of Pella. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.

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