The best independent living facilities in West Des Moines, IA

    Explore 37 communities near West Des Moines, IA

    1. A large, multi-story senior living facility building with white and brick exterior walls situated on a grassy hill overlooking a pond with aquatic plants. In the foreground, there is a stone pathway and tall metal sculptures resembling cattails. The sky is partly cloudy.
      4.3(51)
      $5,583 – $6,699+
      Shared • 1 Bedroom
      independent, assisted living, memory care

      Holland Farms Senior Living

      2800 Sunset Dr, Norwalk, IA 50211
    2. Front exterior view of Holiday Illahee Hills facility showing a two-story building with a covered entrance, a circular driveway, landscaped greenery, and trees under a partly cloudy sky.
      4.5(187)
      $1,969 – $3,589+
      Studio • 1 Bedroom • 2 Bedroom
      independent living, assisted living

      Holiday Illahee Hills

      8308 Colby Pkwy, Urbandale, IA 50322
    3. Front exterior view of a two-story beige building with white trim and railings, featuring balconies on the upper floor and large windows on both floors. There is a sidewalk leading to a central entrance door, with green grass and a streetlamp in front.
      4.4(160)
      $1,909 – $3,179+
      Studio • 1 Bedroom • 2 Bedroom
      independent living, assisted living

      Independence Village of Des Moines

      4610 Douglas Ave, Des Moines, IA 50310
    4. Exterior view of Independence Village of Waukee with a covered entrance and stone pillars.
      4.6(232)
      Pricing on request
      suite
      independent, assisted living, memory care

      Independence Village of Waukee

      1650 SE Holiday Crest Cir, Waukee, IA 50263
    5. A brick sign outside a building displaying the name 'The Arbordale, An Essex Community' with the address '2727 & 2729 82nd Place'. The sign is surrounded by green grass, trees with autumn foliage, and part of a brick building is visible on the right side.
      4.8(46)
      Pricing on request
      suite
      independent living, assisted living

      The Arbordale

      2727 82nd Pl, Urbandale, IA 50322
    6. Front exterior view of Silvercrest at Woodlands Creek facility showing a brick building with large windows, a prominent stone chimney, and a covered entrance with wooden beams under a clear blue sky.
      4.3(69)
      $6,600 – $8,580+
      Shared • 1 Bedroom • Studio
      independent, assisted living, memory care

      Silvercrest at Woodlands Creek

      12605 Woodlands Pkwy, Clive, IA 50325
    7. Exterior view of Edencrest at Timberline senior living facility showing multiple connected buildings with pitched roofs, large windows, a covered entrance with stone pillars, and a surrounding parking area with some landscaping and trees in the background under a partly cloudy sky.
      4.4(19)
      Pricing on request
      suite
      independent, assisted living, memory care

      Edencrest at Timberline

      14001 Douglas Pkwy, Urbandale, IA 50323
    8. Brick building front with a red awning reading 'The Lodge' over the entrance, framed by trees, benches, and shrubbery.
      4.7(82)
      $4,269 – $5,122+
      Shared • 1 Bedroom
      independent living, assisted living

      Elite Lodge of Ashworth

      909 Ashworth Rd, West Des Moines, IA 50265
    9. Aerial view of a large senior living facility building with multiple roof sections, surrounded by paved roads and parking areas. The landscape around the building is mostly bare soil and grass, with a pond and additional buildings visible in the background under a clear sky.
      4.3(13)
      Pricing on request
      suite
      independent, assisted living, memory care

      Edencrest at Kettlestone

      805 SE Tallgrass Ln, Waukee, IA 50263
    10. A wide, manicured lawn and paved path leading to a large multi-story senior living building and central clubhouse.
      4.8(42)
      $6,254 – $8,130+
      Shared • 1 Bedroom • Studio
      independent, assisted living, memory care

      Woodlands Creek

      12675 Woodlands Pkwy, Clive, IA 50325
    11. Exterior view of Glen Meadows senior living facility with flagpole, parking, and brick facade.
      4.8(26)
      Pricing on request
      suite
      independent living

      Glen Meadows

      850 S 60th St, West Des Moines, IA 50266
    12. Front exterior of a multi-story senior living building with a clock tower, stone facade, and cars parked in front.
      4.5(104)
      Pricing on request
      suite
      independent, assisted living, memory care

      Grand Living at Tower Place

      540 S 51st St, West Des Moines, IA 50265
    13. Exterior view of a multi-story retirement facility building with a combination of brick and light-colored siding, surrounded by green trees and landscaping under a clear blue sky.
      4.2(37)
      $5,717 – $7,432+
      Shared • 1 Bedroom • Studio
      independent, assisted living, memory care

      3801 Grand Retirement Campus

      3801 Grand Ave, Des Moines, IA 50312
    14. Aerial view of Meadowview of Clive exterior building with covered entrance and circular drive.
      4.6(19)
      Pricing on request
      suite
      independent, assisted living, memory care

      Meadowview of Clive

      3300 Berkshire Pkwy, Clive, IA 50325
    15. Front exterior of Calvin Community with white flowers in foreground and modern entrance.
      4.5(71)
      Pricing on request
      suite
      continuing care retirement community

      Calvin Community

      4210 Hickman Rd, Des Moines, IA 50310
    16. Exterior view of Walnut Ridge senior living facility with landscaped entrance sign.
      4.5(53)
      $6,476 – $8,418+
      Shared • 1 Bedroom • Studio
      independent, assisted living, memory care

      Walnut Ridge

      1701 Campus Dr, Clive, IA 50325
    17. Aerial view of a single-story senior living facility building with a covered entrance and several parked cars in front. The building is surrounded by green lawns, trees, and a wooded area in the background under a cloudy sky.
      4.1(118)
      Pricing on request
      suite
      independent, assisted living, memory care

      StoryPoint Urbandale

      8525 Urbandale Ave, Urbandale, IA 50322
    18. Exterior view of a three-story senior apartment building with a green awning over the entrance. The building has a combination of brick and wood siding. There are small trees and bushes planted in the grassy area beside the sidewalk and a paved driveway with a yellow curb. The sky is clear and blue.
      5.0(1)
      Pricing on request
      suite
      independent living

      Beaver & Adams Senior Apartments

      2929 Beaver Ave, Des Moines, IA 50310
    19. Exterior view of Edgewater facility with a brick sign and green trees under blue sky.
      4.3(97)
      Pricing on request
      suite
      continuing care retirement community

      Edgewater - West Des Moines

      9225 Cascade Ave, West Des Moines, IA 50266
    20. Apartment-style senior living building with balconies overlooking a landscaped pond, rocks, and greenery.
      4.4(16)
      Pricing on request
      suite
      continuing care retirement community

      Attivo Trail Waukee

      835 NE Boston Pkwy, Waukee, IA 50263
    21. Exterior view of a multi-story brick apartment building with several windows. In front of the building is a well-maintained grassy area with bushes and a large tree with a hollow in its trunk. A sidewalk runs alongside the grass and trees.
      3.4(8)
      Pricing on request
      suite
      independent living, assisted living

      Crestview Terrace Apartments

      916 Ashworth Rd, West Des Moines, IA 50265
    22. Wesley on Grand exterior: tall brick building with a covered entrance.
      4.1(92)
      $5,859 – $7,616+
      Shared • 1 Bedroom • Studio
      continuing care retirement community

      Wesley on Grand

      3520 Grand Ave, Des Moines, IA 50312
    23. Indoor parking garage with several parked cars along the sides and concrete pillars supporting the ceiling with exposed pipes and lighting fixtures.
      5.0(7)
      Pricing on request
      suite
      independent living, assisted living

      Thomas Place at Waukee

      560 SE Brick Dr, Waukee, IA 50263
    24. Front view of Pine Acres Rehabilitation and Care Center with a landscaped entrance and walkway.
      3.4(36)
      Pricing on request
      suite
      independent, assisted living, memory care

      Pine Acres Rehabilitation & Care Center

      1501 Office Park Rd, West Des Moines, IA 50265
    25. An elderly woman watering a hanging flower basket with a green watering can while a younger woman in a blue shirt smiles and watches her on a covered porch.
      4.1(33)
      Pricing on request
      suite
      independent, assisted living, memory care

      Arbor Springs-West Des Moines

      7951 EP True Pkwy, West Des Moines, IA 50266
    26. Kitchen area in a retirement community with wooden cabinets, white appliances, and sink.
      2.3(3)
      Pricing on request
      suite
      independent living

      Fairmeadows Village Retirement Community

      2625 Vine St, West Des Moines, IA 50265
    27. A kitchen with wooden cabinets, black refrigerator, stove, microwave, coffee maker, and dishwasher. The countertop extends into a breakfast bar with a lamp and decorative items on it. The floor is wooden, and there is a clock on the wall.
      4.6(5)
      Pricing on request
      suite
      independent living

      Alice Place Apartments

      255 SE Brick, Waukee, IA 50263
    28. 4.3(9)
      Pricing on request
      suite
      independent living, assisted living

      Good Life Retirement Center

      1313 Wright Rd, Norwalk, IA 50211
    29. 5.0(1)
      Pricing on request
      suite
      independent living

      Windsor Place

      6300 School, Windsor Heights, IA 50302
    30. Pricing on request
      suite
      independent living, assisted living, skilled nursing

      Pine Acres

      1499 Office Park Rd, West Des Moines, Iowa 50265
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    Cost of assisted living in West Des Moines, Iowa

    Studio1 Bd2 BdShared
    Independent Living—$6,070$3,589$5,684
    Assisted Living—$6,163$3,589$5,594
    Memory Care—$7,216—$6,014

    * Prices shown are average monthly costs within a 20-mile radius

    Consider other types of facilities in West Des Moines, IA

    • Assisted Living

      For seniors who may need some help with daily activities

    • Memory Care

      A safe, supervised community supporting people living with dementia

    • Skilled Nursing

      For seniors with more serious medical needs who require skilled care following a hospitalization, illness, or surgery.

    • Board And Care Homes

      Homes in residential neighborhoods providing daily care for a small number of residents

    • Continuing Care Retirement Communities

      For seniors who want to age in place as their care needs evolve, offering everything from independent living to full nursing care.

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