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Kenmore Plaza

Independent living in Chicago, Illinois

Checked November 2, 2026

Provider details
Address5225 N Kenmore Ave, Chicago, IL 60640
CityChicago
StateIllinois
Phone(773) 728-4211
Websitehttp://www.kenmoreplaza.com/
Age requirement62 and older
Age rule basisHUD designates this property's client group as elderly, and HUD multifamily elderly housing eligibility is age 62 or older for the head of household.
Apartments324
Housing programHUD Section 8 project-based assistance
Income restrictedYes

Kenmore Plaza is a 324-unit apartment community in Chicago's Uptown neighborhood for adults 62 and older, offering studio, convertible, one-, and two-bedroom homes. The community is professionally managed by The Habitat Company and has an on-site management team and dedicated service coordinators who help residents live independently and comfortably. Residents enjoy views of Lake Michigan and the Chicago skyline, along with an elevator, bicycle storage, and complimentary parking. The community is near public transportation, dining, shopping, cultural attractions, and the lakefront.

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Kenmore Plaza is a 324-unit apartment community for adults 62 and older in Chicago's Uptown neighborhood at 5225 N. Kenmore Avenue, professionally managed by The Habitat Company, offering studio, convertible, one-, and two-bedroom homes with on-site management and dedicated service coordinators, with views of Lake Michigan and the Chicago skyline.
Services and programsOn-site management team and dedicated service coordinators committed to helping residents live independently and comfortably; amenities include elevator, bicycle storage, complimentary parking, cable and internet ready, floor to ceiling bay windows, lake and city views
Who it servesAdults 62 and older
Visiting and contact detailsKenmore Plaza, 5225 N. Kenmore Avenue, Chicago, IL 60640, (773) 728-4211; Hours: Monday-Friday 9 AM - 5 PM, Saturday Closed, Sunday Closed
Websitehttp://www.kenmoreplaza.com/

Who pays for independent living?

What this care costs, and who pays — Medicare, Medicaid, or the family — is covered in these guides:

Independent living guide · Paying for care

Common questions about Kenmore Plaza

Where is Kenmore Plaza located?

Kenmore Plaza is at 5225 N Kenmore Ave, Chicago, IL 60640.

How do I contact Kenmore Plaza?

Call Kenmore Plaza at (773) 728-4211.

How much does independent living cost?

There is no single price for independent living. Rent is set by each community and varies a lot by city. The cost survey this site uses does not publish a national median for independent living, so we do not print one. Medicare does not pay for it, so families pay the rent out of pocket. See our guide to independent living costs and who pays for the full picture.

Does Medicare pay for independent living?

No. Medicare does not pay rent or housing costs. It pays for your medical care while you live there, like doctor visits, hospital care, and home health visits. The housing itself is paid out of pocket.

What is the difference between independent living and assisted living?

Independent living is housing for older adults who can live on their own. It gives a private home, meals in some places, and social activities. It does not include help with daily tasks. Assisted living adds that help. Staff help with bathing, dressing, and medicine, and staff are on hand day and night.

Who else pays for independent living besides Medicare?

Families pay the rent out of pocket. No insurance pays for independent living rent. Low-income senior apartments funded by HUD keep rent lower for people who qualify. Some veterans put VA pension payments toward the rent.

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