Melody Living of Colorado Springs Independent Living

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  • Interior

    A spacious and modern lobby featuring a grand piano, elegant staircase, and stylish furnishings.

  • Decor

    A modern lobby featuring comfortable seating and stylish decor.

  • Living Room

    A modern living room featuring a grey sofa, armchairs, and decorative lighting under wooden ceiling beams.

  • Bedroom

    A modern bedroom with a blue and white color scheme featuring a neatly made bed, bedside tables, and wall art.

  • Windows

    A cozy home office with a wooden desk and a bookshelf, filled with decor items, illuminated by natural light from a large window.

  • Dining

    A beautifully plated gourmet dish featuring a crispy main course garnished with lemon, asparagus, and rosemary.

  • Kitchen

    A chef carefully prepares a series of elegant desserts.

  • Lighting

    A modern conference room with tables, chairs, and bright lighting.

  • Artwork

    A modern dining room featuring a sleek table and chairs set, with a vibrant piece of artwork above a stone fireplace.

  • Seating Area

    A modern lobby featuring a grand piano, elegant chandeliers, and a spacious staircase.

  • Bathroom

    A modern bathroom with a wooden vanity, mirror, and a shower with a blue-striped curtain.

  • Lobby

    A modern lobby with a grand piano, elegant seating, and fresh flowers on a table.

  • Seating

    A modern dining area with elegant seating and a colorful mural on the wall.

  • Exercise Equipment

    A modern gym with various exercise machines.

Melody Living of Colorado Springs Independent Living

Melody Living of Colorado Springs Independent Living is an independent living community in Colorado Springs, CO.

Information last verified:

7570 Tutt Blvd, Colorado Springs, CO 80924

For more information about senior living options: (866) 208-4318

4.7 from 27 reviews
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Melody Living of Colorado Springs Independent Living Costs & Pricing

Melody Living of Colorado Springs offers competitive pricing for its independent living accommodations, presenting an appealing option for seniors in the region. The monthly cost for a one-bedroom unit is $3,095, which is notably lower than the El Paso County average of $3,564 and significantly below the statewide average of $4,119. For those seeking more space, the two-bedroom units are priced at $4,645; this rate exceeds the county's average of $4,086 but remains comparable to Colorado's overall average of $4,580. These figures suggest that while Melody Living provides attractive affordability in one-bedroom options, potential residents may want to weigh their priorities when considering larger accommodations within the broader market landscape.

Floor plansMelody Living of Colorado Springs Independent LivingEl Paso CountyColorado
1 Bedroom$3,095$3,564$4,118
2 Bedrooms$4,645$4,086$4,580

Overall Review of Melody Living of Colorado Springs Independent Living

differentiator 18 reviews mention this

Dining and chef are a highlight

Restaurant-style dining with a chef stood out in residents’ feedback.

Many residents describe the meals as chef-prepared and restaurant-style, with menus that offer variety and dietary options when needed. Several also mention dining-room service and meals being consistently well-liked, including happy hour and shared family meals in a private dining room. A smaller set of comments says food quality fell after a chef change and that they hope for an excellent chef again.

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Staff warmth and follow-through

Residents consistently describe staff as welcoming and helpful.

Across reviews, residents and family members say the staff is friendly, kind, and willing to support both residents and families. Multiple comments mention positive experiences with the concierge/front desk and the kitchen or dining staff, and several describe feeling cared for as they settled in. One review raises concerns about staffing changes and a missing activities coordinator, and another questions whether recent reviews were credible.

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Activities, outings, and transportation

The community’s activities and outings are part of daily life.

Residents describe a full activities calendar with events, clubs, and regular outings, along with time for games and group socializing. Several mention transportation help for appointments, and some reviews talk about scheduled shopping or day trips. One resident disputes how robust activities are and says the community has had gaps in staffing for activities, with residents stepping in to fill the time.

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Clean, bright spaces and security

Residents point to cleanliness, brightness, and practical safety features.

Several reviews emphasize that the building feels bright and modern, and that it is kept clean. Residents also mention security features like check-in or call buttons in apartments to confirm when they are up and okay, plus overall health and safety being important. A tour review notes the atmosphere felt too quiet and unstimulating, even though the staff there was described as friendly and welcoming.

caveat 2 reviews mention this

Pricing feels steep to some

Some residents felt pricing was initially steep before later adjusting.

One review says an all-inclusive monthly rate was dropped because the earlier version felt too steep, and that the current rate felt more fair. Another resident compares the apartment as being bigger and cheaper than their prior place. Overall, the pricing context includes lower rates than county and state levels for the available unit types.

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Features

Housing

  • 1-bedroom apartments 1-bedroom apartments
  • 2-bedroom apartments 2-bedroom apartments

Types of Care

  • Independent Living Independent Living

Pets

  • Cats allowed Cats allowed
  • Dogs allowed Dogs allowed

Amenities

  • Activities off-site Activities off-site
  • Activities on-site Activities on-site
  • Air-conditioning Air-conditioning
  • Bath tubs Bath tubs
  • Beautician on-site Beautician on-site
  • Cable or satellite TV Cable or satellite TV
  • Cafe Cafe
  • Devotional services off-site Devotional services off-site
  • Devotional services on-site Devotional services on-site
  • Dining room Dining room
  • Full kitchen Full kitchen
  • Garden Garden
  • Golf Golf
  • Guasts at mealtime Guasts at mealtime
  • Guest parking Guest parking
  • Housekeeping services Housekeeping services
  • Indoor common areas Indoor common areas
  • Laundry Laundry
  • Outdoor common areas Outdoor common areas
  • Overnight guests Overnight guests
  • Party space Party space
  • Private bathrooms Private bathrooms
  • Resident parking Resident parking
  • Security gate Security gate
  • Spa Spa
  • Swimming pool / hot tub Swimming pool / hot tub
  • TV room TV room
  • Wheelchair accessible showers Wheelchair accessible showers
  • Wi-Fi/high-speed internet available Wi-Fi/high-speed internet available

Transportation

  • City of Colorado Springs Muni (6 miles away) City of Colorado Springs Muni (6 miles away)
  • Transportation & parking Transportation & parking

Care Services

  • Physical therapy Physical therapy

Dining

  • Anytime dining Anytime dining
  • Guest meals Guest meals
  • International cuisine International cuisine
  • Meals provided Meals provided
  • Professional chef Professional chef
  • Restaurant style dining Restaurant style dining
  • Room service Room service
  • Special dietary restrictions Special dietary restrictions
  • Vegetarian Vegetarian

Activities

  • Activities off-site Activities off-site
  • Art classes Art classes
  • Arts and crafts Arts and crafts
  • Book club Book club
  • Cooking classes Cooking classes
  • Cooking club Cooking club
  • Day trips and outings Day trips and outings
  • Devotional activities offsite Devotional activities offsite
  • Devotional activities on-site Devotional activities on-site
  • Educational speakers / life long learning Educational speakers / life long learning
  • Fitness programs Fitness programs
  • Games Games
  • Gardening club Gardening club
  • Happy hour Happy hour
  • Karaoke Karaoke
  • Live dance or theater performances Live dance or theater performances
  • Live musical performances Live musical performances
  • Live well programs Live well programs
  • Religious services Religious services
  • Stories Stories
  • Tai Chi Tai Chi
  • Wii bowling Wii bowling
  • Wine tasting Wine tasting
  • Yoga / chair yoga Yoga / chair yoga

Nearby Places of Interest

This area of Colorado Springs, Colorado, offers a variety of amenities that may appeal to seniors looking for a convenient and comfortable living environment. With several parks nearby, such as Cross Creek Park and Cheyenne Mountain State Park, there are plenty of opportunities to enjoy nature and outdoor activities. Additionally, there are numerous restaurants and cafes within a short distance, providing easy access to dining options. For healthcare needs, the area is well-equipped with pharmacies, physicians' offices, and hospitals like Evans Army Community Hospital and Memorial Hospital. Transportation options are also readily available with proximity to the Colorado Springs Airport and park n ride facilities. If you enjoy entertainment, there are theaters like Cinemark Tinseltown USA and XD nearby. Overall, this part of Colorado Springs offers a mix of conveniences and recreational opportunities that could make it a desirable location for senior living.

Parks

  • Cross Creek Park (3.4 miles)
  • Widefield Community Park (4.1 miles)
  • Deerfield Community Park (6.8 miles)
  • Stratmoor Valley Trailhead (7.8 miles)
  • Quail Lake Park (9.7 miles)
  • Cheyenne Mountain State Park (9.9 miles)
  • Remington Park (10.2 miles)

Restaurants

  • McDonald's (3.7 miles)
  • Taco Bell (3.7 miles)
  • Chick-Fil-A (3.8 miles)
  • Culver's (3.9 miles)
  • McDonald's (7.6 miles)
  • Sonic Drive-In (7.9 miles)
  • Dueces Wild Brewery (7.9 miles)

Pharmacies

  • Walgreens (3.9 miles)
  • Walgreens (5.9 miles)
  • Walgreens (7.9 miles)
  • King Soopers Pharmacy (9.1 miles)
  • Walgreens (9.2 miles)
  • Walmart Pharmacy (9.3 miles)
  • Walgreens (9.8 miles)

Physicians

  • James Zimmer, Family Practice (4.6 miles)
  • Center Pointe Family Medicine (5 miles)
  • Janitell Ent Hanger (6.4 miles)
  • Peterson AFB Family Practice Clinic (7 miles)
  • UCHealth - Susan Dern DO (9.1 miles)
  • Abba Eye Care (10.1 miles)
  • Pikes Peak Mental Health (10.2 miles)

Transportation

  • Colorado Springs Airport Short Term Parking (5.3 miles)
  • Colorado Springs Airport (COS) (5.4 miles)
  • I-25/Tejon Park N Ride (11.4 miles)

Hospitals

  • Evans Army Community Hospital (8.8 miles)
  • Penrad Imaging (9.9 miles)
  • Total Renal Care (10.2 miles)
  • Memorial Hospital (10.6 miles)
  • Memorial Health Scheduling Service (11.2 miles)
  • Memorial Hospital (11.2 miles)
  • Memorial Health System Cancer (11.3 miles)

Cafes

  • Dutch Bros Coffee (9.2 miles)
  • Starbucks (11.6 miles)
  • Dutch Bros Coffee (11.8 miles)
  • Urban Steam Coffee Bar and Cafe (11.8 miles)

Theaters

  • Cinemark Tinseltown USA and XD (9.5 miles)
  • Cinemark Carefree Circle And Imax (10.7 miles)

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