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10 Best Independent Living Communities in Chester, AR

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Last Updated: 11/21/25
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Photo of Brookdale Fort Smith
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33 Floor plans available
9.3
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24 reviews
9.3
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24 reviews
5 star
71%
4 star
21%
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4%
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0%
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4%
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Mom really likes it there for the most part and she made friends quickly. All the residents seem very nice. It took a while to get her food situation worked out but they have taken care of it for the most...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Maybe it’s time to let someone else do the dishes.Whether you’re looking for independent living, assisted living or memory care, our senior living community has care options to meet your changing needs. When it comes to chores, less is more—more time for you to do what you want to do and here...
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1111 Photos available
8.5
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64 reviews
8.5
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64 reviews
5 star
48%
4 star
23%
3 star
16%
2 star
0%
1 star
13%
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I was attracted to it because it was independent living - however after I moved in I found that many many residents have care providers they pay for themselves, thus making it look and feel more like an...
Provides: Independent Living
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Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Morada Fort Smith provides a fulfilling, independent lifestyle in a welcoming environment.Located on beautiful grounds within scenic Fort Smith, we're a quiet community in the River Valley. While you'll enjoy the peacefulness of our facility, we're also conveniently close to shopping, healthcare,...
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8.4
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13 reviews
8.4
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13 reviews
5 star
38%
4 star
39%
3 star
23%
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0%
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The facility is well maintained. The staff is very friendly and caring. Room sizes are perfect for one occupant. I am not familiar with bigger rooms. The monthly fee includes a lot more than some...
Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Peachtree Village of FarmingtonAt Peachtree Village of Farmington, an assisted living community located in the heart of Farmington, Arkansas, we take pride in offering a beautiful location with ample space and well-cared for grounds. We’re located right off I-540 for easy access for family and...
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7.9
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I never saw the staff or the care provided. There are no meals provided. The cost went up every year or less. If you got lots a money and can do everything for yourself, then yes I would recommend this...
Provides: Independent Living
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Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Cedar Springs is Prairie Groves premier independent living community. Cedar Springs living means no yard work, no home repairs, and no worries over rising utility bills and property taxes. We are all-inclusive with no hidden fees.Cedar Springs is dedicated to offering seniors a beautiful,...
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Provides: Independent Living
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Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Provides: Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Provides: Independent Living
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Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Provides: Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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Cost of independent living in Chester, AR

The average cost of senior living in Chester is $3,058 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Mountainburg, AR with an average of $2,584 per month.

Independent living costs in Chester, AR, vs. nearby cities

Chester, AR
$3,058/mo
$3,551/mo

Independent living costs in Chester, AR, vs. state and national averages

Chester, AR
$3,058/mo
U.S. national average
$4,016/mo

Independent living costs in Chester, AR, vs. other senior living options

$4,176/mo
Independent Living
$3,058/mo

Independent living costs in Chester, AR, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$5,500/mo
Studio
$3,219/mo
1 Bedroom
$2,653/mo
2 Bedroom
$3,399/mo

Senior living costs in Chester vs. state and national costs

Cost comparison table showing community type costs by location. This table contains 3 rows of data across 4 columns.
Column communityType: Community type
Column destination: Chester, AR
Column state: Arkansas
Column national: U.S.
Community typeChester, ARArkansasU.S.
Independent Living$3,058/mo$2,906/mo$4,016/mo
Assisted Living$4,176/mo$4,059/mo$4,557/mo
Memory Care$4,176/mo$4,075/mo$4,794/mo
Independent Living
Chester, AR:$3,058/mo
Arkansas:$2,906/mo
U.S.:$4,016/mo
Assisted Living
Chester, AR:$4,176/mo
Arkansas:$4,059/mo
U.S.:$4,557/mo
Memory Care
Chester, AR:$4,176/mo
Arkansas:$4,075/mo
U.S.:$4,794/mo
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Independent living costs in Chester, AR, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly independent living costs have shifted over the past five years in Chester and how those changes compare with state and national trends. The figures represent quarterly averages of what seniors actually paid after moving into A Place for Mom partner communities.

Chester, ARAR stateNational

Independent living cost trends in Chester, AR

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Chester have changed in the last two years and how those changes compare with state and national trends. The figures represent averages of actual costs paid by seniors who moved into A Place for Mom partner communities in 2023 and 2024.

Cost comparison table showing 2023 and 2024 median costs by location. This table contains 3 rows of data across 4 columns.
Column location: Location
Column cost2024: 2024 average cost
Column cost2023: 2023 average cost
Column percentChange: Percent change
Location2024 average cost2023 average costPercent change
Chester, AR$2,282/mo$2,180/mo+4.7%
Arkansas$2,767/mo$2,623/mo+5.5%
National$3,194/mo$3,045/mo+4.9%
Chester, AR
2024 average cost:$2,282/mo
2023 average cost:$2,180/mo
Percent change:+4.7%
Arkansas
2024 average cost:$2,767/mo
2023 average cost:$2,623/mo
Percent change:+5.5%
National
2024 average cost:$3,194/mo
2023 average cost:$3,045/mo
Percent change:+4.9%
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Discover the many ways to pay for senior living

Planning ahead can better position you to make good choices for your loved one’s care in the future. But if your aging family member needs care now, there are ways to finance the cost of long-term care through a combination of approaches.

What families are saying about independent living in Chester

Recent reviews for independent living in Chester

Cedar Springs Independent Living in Prairie Grove, AR

4.9
My loved one is a resident at Cedar Springs and most everything has been great. However, it's always hard to get someone from the office on the phone. I feel like calls need to route to someone even if no one is physically at the office.

Morada Fort Smith

4.9
Nice place, wonderful town. A gold mind of shops, close by. You will need gloves and a hat. Gettin' cool here. Great location to interstate, nice country roads. Now that the price of fuel is low, it's a great time to see Arkansas.

Peachtree Village of Farmington

4.0
Be very specific of the care you need they took our money an said they could care for my mother when we told them all of her needs but it turns out they COULD NOT CARE FOR HER we got multiple calls an had to get up an go take care of her ourselves multiple times during the day and night an they ...
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Chester independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Chester independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Chester, but support comparisons against nationwide offerings. Our Senior Living Advisors can help you find communities that fit your preferences.

Availability of select dietary accommodations in Chester independent living

Independent living communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of Chester partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Chester, ARNational
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
22.2%
34.1%
No sugar
No sugar
22.2%
31.5%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
11.1%
8.1%
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Availability of select dining options in Chester independent living

Our independent living communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of Chester communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Chester, ARNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
11.1%
36.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
22.2%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
11.1%
36.9%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Chester independent living

Senior living communities offer a variety of programming to keep seniors socially, mentally, and physically vibrant. The chart below shows what percentage of partnered independent living communities in Chester offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Chester, ARNational
Activity director
Activity director
22.2%
45.3%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
22.2%
28.4%
Community service programs
Community service programs
11.1%
32.8%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
33.3%
49.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
33.3%
49.8%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
44.4%
54.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
22.2%
43.1%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
33.3%
37.7%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
33.3%
41.7%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
33.3%
47.5%
Live performances
Live performances
22.2%
47.3%
Dances
Dances
33.3%
32.6%
Fitness center
Fitness center
11.1%
39.8%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
33.3%
47%
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