Studio
Independent Living · 0 bedroom
Published starting price
Schedule a visit →$4,000/month
Care fees not included
Checked August 16, 2026Community profile
Glen Meadows Retirement
850 S 60th St #1000, West Des Moines, IA
Independent Living
★ 4.713 reviewsRead reviews
About the community
About Glen Meadows Retirement
Published floor plans
1 Bedroom
Independent Living · 1 bedroom
Published starting price
Schedule a visit →$4,010/month
Care fees not included
Checked August 16, 20262 Bedrooms
Independent Living · 2 bedroom
Published starting price
Schedule a visit →$5,000/month
Care fees not included
Checked August 16, 2026Tracked published prices
Price history by floor plan
Compare floor plans over time. The lowest current option with tracked history is selected first.
Studio$4,000 observed · tracking future changes
One source-published starting price observed so far. No price change has been observed yet.
Family and resident feedback
4.7 out of 5 from 13 reviews
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★★★★★
PositiveSatisfying
Definitely a five. Glen meadows has a great atmosphere. It's bright and sunny and clean, and the staff is incredibly helpful and courteous. Certainly, would recommend Glen Meadows Retirement, if I get the opportunity
★★★★★
PositiveLove our New Home
My husband and I have lived at Glen Meadows for 2 years and love everything about it; our spacious apartment, the excellent food, friendly and helpful employees, variety of activities and wonderful new neighbors! We have so many opportunities to socialize. I so appreciate not having the problems and responsibilities of house, yard and garden upkeep; instead have a home with beautiful grounds and flowers to enjoy, can help or not. The RLC communities also have a tremendous travel program; travel to another community…
★★★★★
PositiveAll is true
My husband and I moved in here about four months ago in July. Everything the recruiter said we found to be true. The people who work here are fantastic, warm and friendly. They know all of us by name and always have a smile on their faces. The food is great and the facilities are top notch. We are so happy we decided to move here. Please, come and see for yourselves.
★★★★★
PositiveThere's always that one place just for you
Everyone is so friendly! Help is always available. So many activities, daily .I looked at other retirement or senior living communities and this best suited us. If you don't want to fix meals, you don't have to, all three meals are prepared for you. Each lunch and dinner you have a choice of entrees, vegetables and soups and desserts. A salad bar and salads and fruits. Each Sunday there is a brunch that includes prime rib as one of the meats. Several desserts, too. If you don't feel like going to dining room for a …
★★★★★
PositiveGlen Meadows staff and residents are kind and genuine. During my tour, I met many and right away could imagine living there. The food is amazing. I wish I would have known about Glen Meadows sooner but glad I found this now! So excited to make this my home. I already feel like it is.
★★★★★
PositiveEveryone is so nice and helpful there. Made me feel like I was at home by just touring! I’ve looked around at several communities but this one by far has hit it out of the ballpark with their wonderful staff, yummy food, fun activities, and even their prices!
Verified overview
What we know from public sources
- Care options
- Independent Living
- Operator
- Resort Lifestyle Communities
- Public price status
- Published starting price available
- Last source check
- August 16, 2026
Source-published features
Amenities and services
Grouped so you can scan what affects day-to-day life before opening an operator page.
Meals & dining
- Kosher
- Anytime Dining
- Vegetarian
- Gluten-free
- Restaurant Style Dining
- No Sugar
- Organic
- Vegan
- Low / No Sodium
- Professional Chef
- Guest Meals
- Room Service
- Meals Provided
- Bar or Pub
- Café or Bistro
- Private Dining Room
Health & wellness
- Memory Care
- Staffing & Ancillary Services
Services & convenience
- Uncovered Parking
- Covered Parking
- Resident Parking Available
- Property Convenient to Public Transit
- Complimentary Transportation
- Dogs Allowed
- Cats Allowed
- Housekeeping
- Laundry Service / Drycleaning
- Beautician
- English
Activities & engagement
- Cooking Classes
- Educational Speakers / Life Long Learning
- BBQs or Picnics
- Birthday Parties
- Dances
- Quilting or Sewing Club
- Tai Chi
- Day Trips and Outings
- Yoga / Chair Yoga
- Resident Band or Musicians
- Gardening Club
- Brain fitness / Dakim
- Current Events Club
- Art Classes
- Christian Services
- Live Dance or Theater Performances
- Live Musical Performances
- Men's Club
- Activities On-site
- Walking Club
- Devotional Activities On-Site
- Adventist Services
- Book Club
- Devotional Activities Offsite
- Bible Study Group
- Community Service Organizations
- Activities Off-site
- Trivia Games
- Live Well Programs
- Bridge Club
- Happy Hour
- Karaoke
- Stretching Classes
- Wine Tasting
- Cards / Pinochle Club
- Holiday Parties
- Choir / Singing Club
- Wii Bowling
Outdoor spaces
- Main Street Shops
- Central Fireplace
- Library
- Barber Shop
- TV Lounge
- Computer or Media Center
- Indoor Common Areas
- Meeting Room
- Beauty Salon
- Outdoor Common Areas
- Outside Patio
- Raised Garden Beds
- Arts and Crafts Center
- Game Room
- Piano or Organ
- Movie or Theater Room
- Billiards Lounge
- Fitness Center
Apartment & room features
- Cable or Satellite TV
- Handicap Accessible
- Air Conditioned
- Wi-Fi/high-speed internet
- Ground Floor Units
- Full kitchen
- Private patio, deck, or balcony
Official oversight
Inspection and quality records
Inspection coverage has not yet been completed for this community. “Not covered” is not the same as “no violations found.”
Coverage last checked August 16, 2026.
Questions to confirm with the community
- Additional care fees
- Not publicly disclosed
- Move-in fee
- Not publicly disclosed
- Exact unit availability
- Confirmation required
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