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Senior Living Apartments in Cowden, IL

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If you’re an active, independent older adult looking for senior housing in Cowden, senior citizen apartments in Cowden might be the right fit. Apartments for seniors typically don’t include personal care services, but may offer amenities, activities, and maintenance for a stress-free, social lifestyle.

A Place for Mom can help older adults navigate how to apply for senior housing in Cowden and consider their options. With 15 senior rentals in Cowden, IL, we can help you find the right apartment for your budget and lifestyle. Whether you’re looking for upscale Cowden 55-plus apartments or low-income senior apartments for rent in Cowden, A Place for Mom can simplify your search.

We are also serving Assisted Living facilities in surrounding neighborhoods like Shelbyville, Altamont and Tower Hill.
You may also consider nearby communities such as Shelbyville, Altamont and Tower Hill.

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zipAverageCost: $1,894

Senior Apartments Facilities near Cowden, IL

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Last Updated: 11/20/25
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Photo of Villas of Holly Brook Shelbyville
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My Husband and I have lived here for 7 months and we a very pleased with the services available and the care that we receive. All of the staff is very kind and helpful. Anything we ask is always answered...
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.
The Villas of Holly Brook is an assisted living community. We offer microwaves and full refrigerators in each apartment and our apartments are 1 or 2 bedroom with a large walk-in closet. You do not need to leave your furry friend behind, pets are welcome! We offer transportation to and from in...
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My mother is a resident at Holly Brook in Effingham IL, the staff is very friendly and knowledgeable and caring . Everyone has worked very hard to make my mothers stay enjoyable. May God bless this facility...
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.
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Glenwood assisted living has excellent caring staff who go above and beyond to care for my mother. We like the one on one care she receives.
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.
At The Glenwood, we believe in providing a warm and compassionate home for seniors, where their well-being, comfort, and happiness are our top priorities. Nestled in the picturesque surroundings of Effingham, our assisted living community offers a perfect blend of modern amenities and a...
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My mother is very happy with the Jarman Center Senior Living. The owner, Tom, is great. The community provides meals, and the chef is amazing. When my mother moved in, they helped her hang up her pictures on...
Provides: Independent Living, Senior Apartments
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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.
Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Located in historic Tuscola Illinois, The Jarman Center is a different kind of Senior Community Living Center. We offer an independent life while knowing we are here if you need us. Community connection plays a vital role at the Jarman Center. Not only do we have apartment living, but we are...
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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.
Mattoon Tower is an affordable senior housing apartment complex for seniors 55 and older located in Mattoon, Coles County, Illinois. Mattoon Tower is located with easy access to nearby shopping centers, medical facilities, and public transportation. At Mattoon Tower, our loved ones maintain their...
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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: 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: 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.
Provides: Independent Living, Senior Apartments
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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.
Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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.
Spring Creek Towers is an independent senior housing community situated in the peaceful city of Decatur, Macon County, IL. Spring Creek community is situated in a leafy green suburb that gives our residents the peace of mind they deserve. Discover a haven of convenience and comfort awaiting you...
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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.
The Oxford House, located in Decatur, IL is a controlled access Senior Living Community. The community features wheelchair access, elevator and laundry facility. Most apartments have air conditioning, refrigerator, carpet and water, trash and sewer utilities are included.
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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.
The Woods Apartments are one bedroom, HUD subsidized for 62 years and older or persons handicapped or disabled. We are located at the northeast corner of Decatur. We have 57 apartments under one roof.Water and trash pick-up are provided. Pets under 24 pounds welcomed (with small pet deposit).

Cost of senior apartments in Cowden, IL

The average cost of senior living in Cowden is $1,894 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Pana, IL with an average of $1,007 per month.

Senior apartments costs in Cowden, IL, vs. nearby cities

Cowden, IL
$1,894/mo
$2,128/mo

Senior apartments costs in Cowden, IL, vs. state and national averages

Cowden, IL
$1,894/mo
U.S. national average
$1,331/mo

Senior apartments costs in Cowden, IL, vs. other senior living options

$4,302/mo
Senior Apartments
$1,894/mo

Senior apartments costs in Cowden, IL, by floor plan type

Studio
$3,765/mo
1 Bedroom
$2,515/mo
2 Bedroom
$3,890/mo

Senior living costs in Cowden vs. state and national costs

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Column communityType: Community type
Column destination: Cowden, IL
Column state: Illinois
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Community typeCowden, ILIllinoisU.S.
Senior Apartments$1,894/mo$956/mo$1,331/mo
Assisted Living$4,302/mo$5,149/mo$4,557/mo
Memory Care$4,302/mo$5,166/mo$4,794/mo
Independent Living$4,102/mo$4,331/mo$4,016/mo
Senior Apartments
Cowden, IL:$1,894/mo
Illinois:$956/mo
U.S.:$1,331/mo
Assisted Living
Cowden, IL:$4,302/mo
Illinois:$5,149/mo
U.S.:$4,557/mo
Memory Care
Cowden, IL:$4,302/mo
Illinois:$5,166/mo
U.S.:$4,794/mo
Independent Living
Cowden, IL:$4,102/mo
Illinois:$4,331/mo
U.S.:$4,016/mo
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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 senior apartments in Cowden

Recent reviews for senior apartments in Cowden

Villas of Holly Brook Shelbyville

5.0
The Villas of Holly Brook has proved to be a wonderful facility for my mother. Great amenities, food and activities. Well-designed apartments. The staff is excellent-caring and attentive. I highly recommend this facility.

Villas of Holly Brook Effingham

4.9
Large closet are nice, staff is wonderful. I like the garden club and enjoy all the community has to offer. I really like the new culinary staffs food. They are very accommodating.

The Glenwood Assisted Living of Effingham

4.5
I believe this assisted living facility is one to rate in the area of Effingham. It is a place to be assured that your family will be safe and taken care of.

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There are 15 senior apartments facilities near Cowden, Illinois. See the full list.

The best senior apartments facility near you in Cowden, Illinois is Villas of Holly Brook Effingham. This senior apartments community received the highest ranking based on verified family reviews.

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