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5 Best Independent Living Communities in Malta, IL

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If you’re looking for independent living in the Malta 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 Malta. 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 5 independent living facilities in Malta, A Place for Mom makes it easier to find your new, maintenance-free home.

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top3CommunitiesWithLinks: Grand Victorian of Sycamore, Heritage Woods of DeKalb and Barb City Manor
zipAveragecost: $3,725

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Photo of Grand Victorian of Sycamore
1313 Photos available
77 Floor plans available
9.4
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21 reviews
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5 star
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The friendliness and helpfulness of staff. My Mom loves the outdoor courtyard area that has plenty of chairs, tables, small path for walking & veggie/flower gardens. She also loves the Bistro that has an...
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.
The Grand Victorian of Sycamore is located in the county seat of DeKalb County, an ideal community in the heart of some of America's most productive farmland. Tree-lined streets and stately 19th century architecture offer picturesque small-town surroundings and a comfortable lifestyle....
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2121 Photos available
11 Floor plan available
5 star
38%
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Mom was doing well at Heritage Woods before her fall. She is hoping to return to the community once she is done with rehab. There are plenty of activities for the residents to enjoy. The food is good and...
Provides: Assisted 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.
An inviting, beautiful assisted living community located in DeKalb, Illinois, Heritage Woods of DeKalb is a welcoming place to call home. Located conveniently off 1-88 and Highway 64, it is an ideal choice for those who want to be close to family and friends. We're located near Northern Illinois...
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My Father loves the atmosphere and freedom. I am so happy that he is happy and is in a place conducive to his mental and physical abilities. I always recommend this place because I see how happy the...
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.
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The application process was smooth and easy. Most of the people are friendly. You have your normal community interactions such as some being nice, some being not being so nice, and overall it is...
Provides: Senior Apartments
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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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.
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Cost of independent living in Malta, IL

The average cost of senior living in Malta is $3,725 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Lee, IL with an average of $3,118 per month.

Independent living costs in Malta, IL, vs. nearby cities

Malta, IL
$3,725/mo
$3,355/mo
$4,046/mo

Independent living costs in Malta, IL, vs. state and national averages

Malta, IL
$3,725/mo
U.S. national average
$4,016/mo

Independent living costs in Malta, IL, vs. other senior living options

$5,449/mo
Independent Living
$3,725/mo

Independent living costs in Malta, IL, by floor plan type

Studio
$4,163/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,204/mo

Senior living costs in Malta 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: Malta, IL
Column state: Illinois
Column national: U.S.
Community typeMalta, ILIllinoisU.S.
Independent Living$3,725/mo$4,331/mo$4,016/mo
Assisted Living$5,383/mo$5,149/mo$4,557/mo
Memory Care$5,449/mo$5,166/mo$4,794/mo
Independent Living
Malta, IL:$3,725/mo
Illinois:$4,331/mo
U.S.:$4,016/mo
Assisted Living
Malta, IL:$5,383/mo
Illinois:$5,149/mo
U.S.:$4,557/mo
Memory Care
Malta, IL:$5,449/mo
Illinois:$5,166/mo
U.S.:$4,794/mo
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Independent living costs in Malta, IL, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly independent living costs have shifted over the past five years in Malta 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.

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Independent living cost trends in Malta, IL

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Malta 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
Malta, IL$5,366/mo$4,432/mo+21.1%
Illinois$2,563/mo$2,615/mo-2.0%
National$2,774/mo$2,763/mo+0.4%
Malta, IL
2024 average cost:$5,366/mo
2023 average cost:$4,432/mo
Percent change:+21.1%
Illinois
2024 average cost:$2,563/mo
2023 average cost:$2,615/mo
Percent change:-2.0%
National
2024 average cost:$2,774/mo
2023 average cost:$2,763/mo
Percent change:+0.4%
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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 Malta

Recent reviews for independent living in Malta

Grand Victorian of Sycamore

5.0
I highly recommend the Grand Victorian of Sycamore to a friend because it is an amazing place to live in. The staff is wonderful. The community is maintained very clean at all times and anytime I have an issue in my room that needs to be fixed, they are quick to respond, tom the head of ...
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Barb City Manor in DeKalb, IL

5.0
I really like Barb City Manor. They are great to all of us and they keep the place spick and span. I also really enjoy the programs that they have here. Thank you for giving me the opportunity to live here

Grand Regency of Rockford

5.0
It's a great place to be [name removed] and the staff are the best always helpful and caring it's a great place to live the nurses and CNAs are great to and it's a safe place 24/7 so if your loved ones need a good place to have the care they need Grand Regency of Rockford would be the ...
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Malta independent living services and amenities

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

Availability of select dining options in Malta 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 Malta communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
40%
43.5%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Malta 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 Malta offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
40%
45.3%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
40%
28.4%
Community service programs
Community service programs
40%
32.8%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
40%
49.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
40%
49.8%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
40%
54.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
40%
43.1%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
20%
37.7%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
20%
41.7%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
40%
47.5%
Live performances
Live performances
40%
47.3%
Dances
Dances
20%
32.6%
Fitness center
Fitness center
40%
39.8%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
40%
47%
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Frequently Asked Questions

Grand Victorian of Sycamore, Heritage Woods of DeKalb and Barb City Manor are the top-rated independent living facilities near Malta, Illinois. See full list of communities.

There are 5 independent living facilities near Malta, Illinois. See the full list.

The best independent living facility near you in Malta, Illinois is Prairie Pointe Assisted Living and Memory Care. This independent living community received the highest ranking based on verified family reviews.

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