Best Independent Living in Urbandale, Iowa
6 communities found
MyLivingChoice lists 6 independent living communities in Urbandale. Families rate them 4.4 out of 5 on average, across 201 public reviews.
- 6communities
- 4.4average rating, 5 rated
- 201family reviews read
The Arbordale
Urbandale, Iowa
4.8(24)
Independent Living
Holiday Illahee Hills
Urbandale, Iowa
4.6(92)
Independent Living
Immanuel: Deerfield
Urbandale, Iowa
4.5(8)
Independent LivingSkilled Nursing / Long Term Care
Emeritus at Urbandale
Urbandale, Iowa
Assisted LivingIndependent LivingSkilled Nursing / Long Term Care
StoryPoint Timberline
Urbandale, Iowa
4.1(15)
Assisted LivingIndependent Living
StoryPoint Urbandale
Urbandale, Iowa
4(62)
Independent LivingMemory Care
Best-rated independent living in Urbandale
Ranked by family rating, weighted by how many families have reviewed each one. No community pays to appear here.
- 1
4.8 (24 reviews)· Independent Living
Reviewers overwhelmingly describe The Arbordale as a warm, tight-knit independent living community with attentive staff, varied activities, and well-liked dining. One detailed negative review raised concerns about…
- 2
4.6 (92 reviews)· Independent Living
Families and residents largely describe Holiday Illahee Hills as a warm, well-run independent living community in Urbandale with attentive staff, good food, and lots of activities. A few reviewers raise serious concerns…
- 3
4.5 (8 reviews)· Independent Living, Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care
Reviewers describe Deerfield as a warm, well-run community with attentive, compassionate staff, especially praised for care given as a parent's needs increased. Ratings are largely positive (4.5 average), though one…
- 4
4.1 (15 reviews)· Assisted Living, Independent Living
- 5
4 (62 reviews)· Independent Living, Memory Care
StoryPoint Urbandale, formerly Glen Oaks Alzheimer's Special Care Center, is a memory care community near Des Moines with a 4.0 Google rating from 62 reviews. Most reviewers praise the compassionate, attentive staff and…
What families say about independent living in Urbandale
Counted across the review summaries of 6 Urbandale communities: the share whose families mention each theme.
Praised most
- Caring, attentive staff 67%
- Building and grounds 67%
- Activities and social life 50%
- Medical and nursing care 33%
- Food and dining 17%
Concerns raised
- Staff attitude 33%
- Staffing levels and turnover 33%
- Communication with families 33%
- Cost and billing 33%
“I live working with the caring staff at Illahee Hills! Very caring, very helpful, and always have a cheery greeting for all! My sister lives this pkace and it feels like home!”
“Like living in a glamorous treehouse with the coolest people. Free from the responsibilities of home maintenance and living our best, most meaningful days 💖”
Independent Living in Urbandale: the figures
- •Most common amenities: social activities (6), 24-hour staff (6), gathering / activity spaces (6), housekeeping (6), wheelchair accessible (6), emergency call system (6).
Independent Living near Urbandale
Cities within about 35 miles with senior living inventory, and how families rate it.
| City | Communities | RatingAverage rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Clive2.6 mi | 5 | 4.9 / 5 | 2.6 mi |
| Johnston3.1 mi | 12 | 4.2 / 5 | 3.1 mi |
| West Des Moines3.6 mi | 26 | 4.4 / 5 | 3.6 mi |
| Des Moines6.5 mi | 31 | 4 / 5 | 6.5 mi |
| Ankeny9.1 mi | 16 | 4.4 / 5 | 9.1 mi |
| Norwalk10.1 mi | 6 | 3.9 / 5 | 10.1 mi |
| Indianola21.1 mi | 10 | 4.4 / 5 | 21.1 mi |
| Ames28.4 mi | 22 | 4.5 / 5 | 28.4 mi |
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About these figures
Computed on October 9, 2026 from the 6 communities listed in Urbandale, 201 public family reviews on Google, Yelp and MyLivingChoice, state licensing records and, for nursing homes, CMS Care Compare. The best-rated list ranks communities by average family rating weighted by how many families have reviewed each one, so a 4.9 from three reviews does not outrank a 4.7 from two hundred. No community pays to appear in the best-rated list or in these figures; sponsored and partner listings in the directory results are marked as such. Figures refresh as listings and reviews change.
Reading on this
Guides from MyLivingChoice that families in Urbandale ask about.
- Home Care in Iowa: Agencies, Medicare Home Health Ratings, and What It Costs
- Complete Independent Living Moving Checklist For Stress-Free Senior Relocation
- How Independent Living Supports An Active Senior Lifestyle
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Independent Living in Urbandale: Common Questions
How many independent living communities are in Urbandale, Iowa?
MyLivingChoice lists 6 independent living communities in Urbandale, Iowa, each with photos, care details, and reviews from families.
Which independent living communities in Urbandale are rated highest?
Based on combined ratings across Google, Yelp, and MyLivingChoice reviews, top-rated options include The Arbordale (4.8★, 24 ratings), Holiday Illahee Hills (4.6★, 92 ratings), Immanuel: Deerfield (4.5★, 8 ratings).
What types of senior care are available in Urbandale?
Beyond independent living, Urbandale has assisted living (5 communities), at-home care (4 communities), home health (4 communities), skilled nursing / long term care (4 communities). Every option is listed with photos, reviews, and contact details.
How do families rate independent living in Urbandale?
Families rate Urbandale independent living communities 4.4 out of 5 on average, across 201 public Google reviews of local communities.
What do families praise, and complain about, in Urbandale independent living communities?
Across the review summaries of 6 Urbandale communities, the most common praise is caring, attentive staff (mentioned for 67%), building and grounds (mentioned for 67%), activities and social life (mentioned for 50%). The most common concerns are staff attitude (33%), staffing levels and turnover (33%), communication with families (33%).
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Home care agencies serving Urbandale bring help to the house: daily living, companionship, and respite for family caregivers.
