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10 Best Independent Living Communities in Saint Charles, MO

Last Updated: 2/21/25

If you’re looking for independent living in the Saint Charles 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 Saint Charles. From there, we’ll show you the best independent living communities for your lifestyle, interests, and budget.

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Average starting price $3,910/month
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Avalon Park Independent Living

11001 Cottleville Trails Dr, Cottleville, MO 63304

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
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9.8
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54 reviews

I moved here when I sold my house. My husband had died and I didn't like being alone. My son found Avalon Park and he lives close by making it so convenient. The service is topnotch. I am very happy with my...

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Avalon Park is a brand-new community located in charming Cottleville, MO. Priced 10-15% lower than any other community in the area – we offer the best value in senior living. Once you arrive at Avalon Park you can feel the authentic and caring culture from the staff the moment you walk in! The...

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Crestview Senior Living

8660 Grant Road, Crestwood, MO 63123

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
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9.8
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94 reviews

We’re very happy so far. My mom has settled in well and all her needs are met. No big complaints and all small things have been or are being taken care of. The facility is clean fresh. Smells nice not...

Provides: Independent Living
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Life is an Invitation .... Enjoy Yours!Conveniently located in Crestwood, MO. Crestview offers Luxury Living at an affordable month to month price. Choose from studio, one bedroom, and two bedroom apartment homes. Crestview's quiet neighborhood is within minutes of Grants Farm and Grants Trail....

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Clarendale of St. Peters

10 Dubray Dr, Saint Peters, MO 63376

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
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9.8
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51 reviews

We feel at home there and trust they do what they say they will do. Very warm and loving staff. They communicate well. We feel Mom is well taken care of in the memory care unit. Lots of activities- love that...

Provides: Independent Living, Assisted Living, Memory Care
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Clarendale of St. Peters senior living community offers extraordinary independent living, assisted living, and memory care all under one roof. Service-rich, yet as comfortable and welcoming as a friendly village, Clarendale of St. Peters keeps you connected to the people and places you love most...

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Garden Villas of O'Fallon

7092 S Outer 364 Rd, O'Fallon, MO 63368

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
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9.7
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113 reviews

My mother in law moved in to the Garden Viilas one bedroom apartment several months ago. The facility is beautiful and clean! The employees from the front desk to housekeeping to the wait staff have been so...

Provides: Independent Living, Assisted Living
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About the communityGarden Villas of O’Fallon Luxury Retirement and Assisted Living Community continues the grand tradition of excellence established by the Delmar Gardens Family in 1965. Based in St. Louis and owned by the same local family for over 55 years, everything we do is founded upon a...

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Holiday Orchid Terrace

4474 Butler Hill Road, Saint Louis, MO 63128

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65 reviews

I love it here at Orchid Terrace! It truly feels like home here. my apartment is wonderful, I love it! The staff is incredible, they work so hard to help us and make sure we are having the best experience!...

Provides: Independent Living
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Orchid Terrace provides a fulfilling, independent lifestyle in a welcoming environment. Located on beautiful grounds in a quiet corner of St. Louis, you'll be charmed by the elegance of our facilities and the convenience of living in the heart of it all. We're just minutes from shopping,...

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Regency Manor

128 Regency Park, O'Fallon, IL 62269

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23 reviews

My Mom is very happy staying there. She likes the staff, the other people living there, the social gathering for activities, the gym and the cafeteria area. Her apartment is just the right size for her....

Provides: Independent Living, Senior Apartments

Regency Manor is pleased to offer the 55+ community a new option for independent living. Privately owned and conveniently located in O’Fallon, IL, near I-64, we offer spacious studio and one-bedroom apartments. All utilities, including secured WiFi, cable, and phone are included with your rent! ...

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The Boulevard of St. Charles Senior Living

3330 Ehlmann Rd, Saint Charles, MO 63301

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
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9.7
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57 reviews

We are very pleased with our cousin's experience at the Boulevard. The staff is competent and friendly. They all greet [name removed] by name and make sure to remind her when family or friends are coming to...

Provides: Independent Living, Assisted Living, Memory Care
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The Boulevard Senior Living of St. Charles has been serving the seniors of St. Charles since September of 2017. Located in between interstate 70W and 370W, The Boulevard is minutes from restaurants, malls, grocery stores, and The Streets of St. Charles.The Boulevard offers a full continuum of...

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Fairwinds - River's Edge

600 River's Edge Dr, Saint Charles, MO 63303

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9.6
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48 reviews

My mom fell and broke her hip earlier this year. The staff and nurses have been such a big help, especially over the past several weeks! The men who drive the van are wonderful and most helpful to go out of...

Provides: Independent Living
See all Leisure Care, LLC/One Eighty communities

Nestled on ten acres in the heart of charming St. Charles, Fairwinds- River's Edge offers luxurious apartment homes in a fun and active retirement community. We are very proud to be managed by Leisure Care, who leads the industry in the development and management of retirement communities that...

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Garden Villas North

4505 Parker Rd, Florissant, MO 63033

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9.4
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34 reviews

This place is wonderful. The entire staff knows your LO's name when they move in. Everyone stepped up to really take care of my mom during her stay here. The nursing staff and aides are top notch and so...

Provides: Independent Living, Assisted Living
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Garden Villas North represents the epitome of luxury and elegance, warmth and graciousness in retirement and assisted living. Designed for the active senior who has retired from work but not from life, Garden Villas North offers a carefree lifestyle with world class services and...

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Chesterfield Villas

14901 N Outer 40 Rd, Chesterfield, MO 63017

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9.2
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20 reviews

The staff was friendly and helpful in every way. There are plenty of activities and the facility was very clean. I would highly recommend this facility.

Provides: Independent Living, Assisted Living
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Chesterfield VillasChesterfield Villas is an assisted living community located in Chesterfield, MO. The city of Chesterfield is a suburb of St. Louis, and provides a wide variety of attractions for visitors and residents alike. The city has a rich cultural heritage, and is comprised of several...

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Creek Valley Retirement Community

15950 Manchester Rd (Sales Office Open), Ellisville, MO 63011

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
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9.2
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6 reviews

I visited 10 independent living communities in the St Louis region Creek Valley was clearly superior to the others. Great food 3 times daily. Great management 24 hours a day with live in managers. All...

Provides: Independent Living
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Creek Valley, the luxurious Resort Lifestyle Community, is currently under construction on Manchester Road in Ellisville. We look forward to opening brand new during the Spring of 2021! Creek Valley will offer all of the comforts and conveniences of modern-day living that allow you to enjoy your...

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The Rockwood

330 W. Lockwood Ave, Webster Groves, MO 63119

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9.2
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19 reviews

The staff at The Rockwood are wonderful and for a small facility the activities are varied and fun. The chef is very good and tries new things. It is not a cheap facility and annual cost increases are...

Provides: Independent Living

The Rockwood is a historic building in Old Webster Groves, Missouri from the 1928 era and was renovated in 2007, however each year, our owners complete projects to keep current with seniors' wants and needs. Our staff has combined 50 years in senior care and senior living. We are not part of a...

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Keystone Place at Magnolia Commons

245 Magnolia Drive, Glen Carbon, IL 62034

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9.2
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6 reviews

Very friendly people. They are at your service. My wife wants for nothing. I am able to go anytime and even stay the night if I want and I usually do. The night shift is especially exceptional. The treat my...

Provides: Independent Living, Assisted Living, Memory Care
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Wherever you are on your path, Keystone Place at Magnolia Commons will offer the lifestyle to support you in your goals and passions.Make the most of the freedom you’ve earned with maintenance-free Independent Living.For an extra level of help to live your day your way, we, of course, offer...

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Keystone Place at Magnolia Commons

245 Magnolia Drive, Glen Carbon, IL 62034

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
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6 reviews

Very friendly people. They are at your service. My wife wants for nothing. I am able to go anytime and even stay the night if I want and I usually do. The night shift is especially exceptional. The treat my...

Provides: Independent Living, Assisted Living, Memory Care
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Wherever you are on your path, Keystone Place at Magnolia Commons will offer the lifestyle to support you in your goals and passions.Make the most of the freedom you’ve earned with maintenance-free Independent Living.For an extra level of help to live your day your way, we, of course, offer...

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Lake St. Charles Retirement Community

45 Honey Locust Ln, Saint Charles, MO 63303

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9.2
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21 reviews

What we like the most about Lake St. Charles is the staff. The staff are wonderful and the facility itself is very clean and well organized. Our loved one is on the independent living section. I cannot...

Provides: Independent Living, Assisted Living

Watermark at St. Peters

363 Jungermann Road, Saint Peters, MO 63376

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
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9.1
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52 reviews

The Emerson is great for independent living and they do offer services as the residents need more assistance but it is costly and they are not currently staffed to fulfill the needs of many residents. We...

Provides: Independent Living
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Freedom to Live Your LifeFrom the moment you arrive at our independent living community in St. Peters, Missouri, you will fall in love with the beautifully-landscaped property, the spacious and elegant accommodations, and the kind and charming residents. And after one look at the list of...

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Brookdale Creve Coeur

One New Ballas Place, Creve Coeur, MO 63146

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
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9.1
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46 reviews

WHEN MY SON SUGGESTED THAT MY WIFE AND I MOVE TO A SENIOR LIVING FACILITY WE WERE APPRESENSIVE ABOUT MOVING. WE WERE LIVING VERY COMFORTABLY IN A CONDO. MY SON AND I VISITED FIVE SENIOR LIVING...

Provides: Independent Living, Assisted Living
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A Life Well LivedWho wants to spend their golden years sitting around and twiddling their thumbs? Or drowning under the weight of household chores? Instead of wasting your time or feeling lonely and isolated, you can enjoy a retirement rich in exciting activities, delicious dining, quality care...

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Holiday Briarcrest Estates

14525 Clayton Road, Ballwin, MO 63011

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9.0
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63 reviews

Briarcrest Estates is a mature, senior independent community. When I moved in a month ago I was greeted as a member of the community. I met and knew almost everybody in my residence wing within three days....

Provides: Independent Living
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Briarcrest Estates provides a fulfilling, independent lifestyle in a welcoming environment. Situated on beautiful grounds of Ballwin, a peaceful suburb of St. Louis, you'll love the graceful elegance of our facilities while enjoying the conveniences of the city. We're just minutes from...

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Garden Villas South

13457 Tesson Ferry Rd, Saint Louis, MO 63128

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
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9.0
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9 reviews

We are very happy with this community. Everyone is so friendly and welcoming. They know what they are doing and I’ve had a private nurse with my mom until recently and she said this was the nicest facility...

Provides: Independent Living, Assisted Living
See all Delmar Gardens Management Services, Inc. communities

Garden Villas South Luxury Retirement and Assisted Living Community continues the grand tradition of excellence established by the Delmar Gardens Family in 1965. Based in St. Louis and owned by the same local family for over 55 years, everything we do is founded upon a unique philosophy of love,...

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Keystone Place at Richland Creek

1050 Fountain Lakes Dr, O'Fallon, IL 62269

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
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9.0
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16 reviews

I feel like my parents receive excellent care in a place that truly makes me feel comfortable for them. The care is outstanding. The facility is beautiful and the residents are amazing, inclusive, and so...

Provides: Independent Living, Assisted Living, Memory Care
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Welcome to Keystone Place at Richland CreekEvery person who chooses to make Keystone their home has not only lived an extraordinary life but shares the desire to keep living life to the fullest.Whether you choose Independent Living, Assisted Living, or Memory Care at Keystone Place at Richland...

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The Sarah Community

3393 McKelvey Rd, Bridgeton, MO 63044

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
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8.9
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7 reviews

Overall the facility has a very comfortable feeling, clean fresh facility, friendly caring staff. The residents living there also make a difference. They really do care about each other.

Provides: Independent Living, Assisted Living
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The Daughters of Charity of St.Vincent de Paul, Franciscan Sisters of Mary, Society of the Sacred Heart, School Sisters of Notre Dame, and the Sisters of Loretto founded the Sarah Community in 1997. Together, the sisters of these five congregations established a community where respect,...

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Solstice Senior Living at Fenton

1393 Bowles Avenue, Fenton, MO 63026

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
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8.8
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66 reviews

Employees are very friendly. Always want to do their best. They can use another maintenance man. Very hard for one person to do everything. And sometimes you have to wait a long time for a repair. Food is...

Provides: Independent Living
See all Integral Senior Living Management Group communities

Solstice Senior Living at Fenton is an intimate, engaging community that provides our residents with topnotch amenities and dedicated assistance for every need. Our close-knit, safe community and comfortable amenities make Solstice Senior Living at Fenton the perfect “home, sweet home.”...

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St Pauls Senior Community

1021 West E St, Belleville, IL 62220

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
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8.8
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13 reviews

I toured St Paul's some time in the past and found it old and dark and I knew I wouldn't live there. I tagged along with my sister and brother-in-law. I was amazed at the transformation of St Paul's. ...

Provides: Independent Living, Assisted Living, Memory Care
See all Tutera Senior Living and Healthcare communities

Old-fashioned hospitality customized to your needs. St. Pauls offers independent living, assisted living, skilled nursing, memory care, and rehabilitation care all located on one campus. We can meet a variety of needs for individuals and couples. St. Pauls functions as a continuum of care, if...

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The Atrium of Belleville

201 South Belt West, Belleville, IL 62220

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
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8.8
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37 reviews

The management has recently changed, and there is a new group for special assistance. All as an effort to improve operations. The value for the money and the convenience of the facility location is wonderful

Provides: Independent Living, Senior Apartments
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At The Atrium of Belleville, you can live the life you want to. Enjoy the delicious all-inclusive dining, a wealth of life enrichment activities and the freedom to explore your interests. Our amenities and concierge services are designed to enhance your life each and every day. If you’re looking...

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Park Place Senior Living at Winghaven

2002 Boardwalk Place Drive, O'Fallon, MO 63368

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
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8.7
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85 reviews

Staff and residents are very friendly. Staff very helpful. The apartments are also a great size. I would recommend Park Place Living at Winghaven to others looking.

Provides: Independent Living, Assisted Living, Memory Care
See all AgeWell Solvere communities

Park Place Senior Living at WingHaven is truly a unique community!  We offer Independent Apartment Homes and a state licensed Assisted Living.  We are nestled in the community of WingHaven, close to shopping, restaurants, and more.  What makes us different is our exceptional...

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Cost of independent living in Saint Charles, MO

The average cost of senior living in Saint Charles is 3,910 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Westwood, MO with an average of 3,802 per month.

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Transportation

Saint Charles is a car-dependent city, which means seniors can expect to need a car for most errands. The City of St. Charles provides in-town transportation services to various locations during select times. On-demand transportation is available through MO Rides referral service — which services Franklin, Lincoln, Montgomery, Warren, and St. Charles counties.

Health care

Saint Charles offers several health care providers for seniors wanting to be proactive about their health or for seniors seeking treatment for chronic conditions. The area has several hospitals, including St Joseph Health Center, Barnes-Jewish St Peters Hospital, and Depaul Hospital.

Senior activities

St. Charles is the oldest city on the Mississippi River, tracing its founding all the way back to the 18th century. One of the most popular locations in the city is the historic shopping district on Main Street — which features numerous restored buildings, shops, and restaurants. The city also has an excellent senior center that provides a number of services, including Meals on Wheels, caregiver support, healthy living programs, options consulting, socialization, and benefits assistance.

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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Regency Manor, Avalon Park Independent Living and Crestview Senior Living are the top-rated independent living facilities near Saint Charles, Missouri. See full list of communities.

There are 146 independent living facilities near Saint Charles, Missouri. See the full list.

The best independent living facilities near you in Saint Charles, Missouri are Avalon Park Independent Living, Crestview Senior Living, and Clarendale of St. Peters. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.

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