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The Montvale Senior Living

2601 Montvale Drive, Springfield, IL

Independent Living

4.878 reviewsvia A Place for Mom

About the community

About The Montvale Senior Living

The Montvale Senior Living provides a fulfilling, independent lifestyle in a welcoming environment. Located in a quiet, west suburb of Springfield, Montvale Estates offers you an elegant home just outside Illinois' historically significant capitol. We're conveniently close to shopping, healthcare and all the culture of Lincoln's birthplace.

Published floor plans

Studio

Independent Living · 0 bedroom

$2,100/month

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1 Bedroom

Independent Living · 1 bedroom

$3,000/month

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2 Bedrooms

Independent Living · 2 bedroom

$4,385/month

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Detached Cottages / Bungalows

Independent Living

$4,345/month

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Tracked published prices

Price history by floor plan

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Studio$2,100 observed · tracking future changes
$2,100Aug 5, 2026

One source-published starting price observed so far. No price change has been observed yet.

Family and resident feedback

4.8 out of 5 from 78 reviews

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★★★★★

Positive

Was met promptly by our guide. Shown all areas of interest. All prices and covered items discussed. Liked the facility very much. Waiting list.

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Cleanliness
5.0 / 5
Friendliness
5.0 / 5
Value for Cost
5.0 / 5
Staff
5.0 / 5
Cindy SJuly 28, 2026

★★★★★

Positive

Review for The Montvale Senior Living

Montvale has undergone an extensive renovation in the past few months and it is just beautiful. Staff are incredibly personable. Food is above average and is available all day long. Love living here.

Response from the community

Thank you so much for taking the time to leave this wonderful review! We always want to create and maintain an environment that is welcoming, safe, and happy. We appreciate you!

July 20, 2026
AnonymousJuly 20, 2026

★★★★★

Positive

Highly recommend

Montvale is an extremely nice facility. We highly recommend them to anyone looking for retirement living. The restaurant is open from 7-7 and is much more accommodating than our last facility. Apartment sizes are great.

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Cleanliness
5.0 / 5
Friendliness
5.0 / 5
Value for Cost
5.0 / 5
Care Services
5.0 / 5
Activities
5.0 / 5
Staff
5.0 / 5
Meals & Dining
5.0 / 5
Response from the community

Thank you so much for your kind words! Feedback is so important to us, and we always want to provide a wonderful experience in our community. We appreciate you so much!

July 10, 2026
Jerrold JJune 12, 2026

★★★★★

Positive

[Name Removed] was extremely knowledgeable, friendly, and made the tour a great experience. We were genuinely disappointed to hear that she is leaving. The property was clean, well-maintained, and very impressive. We also loved seeing the remodeling progress and are excited about the improvements being made. Overall, it was a wonderful tour experience.

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Cleanliness
5.0 / 5
Friendliness
5.0 / 5
Value for Cost
4.0 / 5
Staff
5.0 / 5
Response from the community

We are so happy to hear that you had a good experience! We hope to have you with us in the future - please don't hesitate to reach out with any questions in the meantime, or come back and see us!

July 10, 2026
Deborah HJune 1, 2026

★★★★★

Positive

Felt like home, treated like family

My mom passed away recently, but she was very happy here and truly loved living in this community. While she didn’t participate in many activities, we saw them often, and everyone always seemed engaged and happy. She loved her unit—it was bright, clean, and comfortable—and she thought very highly of the staff. The maintenance team was especially helpful; the head maintenance staff member was incredibly kind and went out of his way to assist us with things like her shower head and installing under-counter lighting.

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Cleanliness
5.0 / 5
Friendliness
5.0 / 5
Value for Cost
5.0 / 5
Care Services
5.0 / 5
Activities
5.0 / 5
Staff
5.0 / 5
Meals & Dining
5.0 / 5
Response from the community

Thank you for sharing such a meaningful reflection, and please know our hearts are with you as you navigate the loss of your mom. We are truly honored that she felt happy, safe, and at home in our community, and we’re grateful you trusted us with her care. It means so much to hear how much she loved her apartment and thought highly of our team. Your kind words about the maintenance support and our front desk staff are especially appreciated—those moments of extra care and attention truly matter, and we’ll be sure to pass along your gratitude. Saying goodbye is never easy, but it’s comforting to know your mom spent her time here feeling cared for. Thank you for sharing your family’s experience and for allowing us to be a part of her journey. Our thoughts remain with you and your family.

April 14, 2026
Erica Sharar and William SchoedelApril 9, 2026

★★★★★

Positive

FANTASTIC PLACE HIGHLY RECOMMEND

Montvale is just finishing a complete interior remodel. I thought the place looked okay before, but this is beautiful. I live in a studio and it is plenty big enough. Three hot meals a day provided as part of the expense. We eat in a dining room with a menu and waitresses serving us. It is certainly a restaurant environment. There are plenty of activities to do and when spring and summer get here I will be organizing some outdoor activities. The staff is super friendly with a great attitude. Most of the residen

Response from the community

Thank you so much for sharing your experience at Montvale Senior Living! We’re thrilled to hear how much you’re enjoying the remodel. We're excited about it too! Your kind words about our friendly staff and welcoming residents truly mean a lot — that sense of community is something we value deeply. Thank you again for your thoughtful review and for being part of the Montvale community. We’re so happy to hear you feel it’s a fantastic place to live.

April 5, 2026
Thomas TMarch 23, 2026

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What we know from public sources

Care options
Independent Living
Public price status
Published starting price available
Last source check
August 5, 2026

Source-published features

Amenities and services

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Meals & dining

  • Room Service
  • Low / No Sodium
  • Guest Meals
  • Restaurant Style Dining
  • Professional Chef
  • Meals Provided
  • Café or Bistro

Health & wellness

  • Staffing & Ancillary Services

Services & convenience

  • Laundry Service / Drycleaning
  • Beautician
  • Housekeeping
  • English
  • American Sign Language
  • Complimentary Transportation
  • Uncovered Parking
  • Transportation at Cost
  • Resident Parking Available
  • Property Convenient to Public Transit
  • Cats Allowed
  • Dogs Allowed

Activities & engagement

  • Bible Study Group
  • Trivia Games
  • Live Musical Performances
  • Protestant Services
  • BBQs or Picnics
  • Visiting Rabbi
  • Stretching Classes
  • Community Service Organizations
  • Live Well Programs
  • Cards / Pinochle Club
  • Birthday Parties
  • Happy Hour
  • Holiday Parties
  • Walking Club
  • Other Religious Services
  • Catholic Services
  • Jewish Services
  • Christian Services
  • Activities On-site
  • Visiting Chaplain or Priest
  • Bridge Club
  • Activities Off-site
  • Quilting or Sewing Club
  • Day Trips and Outings
  • Wii Bowling
  • Book Club
  • Devotional Activities On-Site
  • Karaoke
  • Yoga / Chair Yoga

Outdoor spaces

  • Outdoor Common Areas
  • TV Lounge
  • Beauty Salon
  • Meeting Room
  • Indoor Common Areas
  • Central Fireplace
  • Library
  • Private Bath
  • Outside Patio
  • Indoor Atrium
  • Computer or Media Center
  • Arts and Crafts Center
  • Movie or Theater Room
  • Game Room
  • Fitness Center
  • Piano or Organ

Apartment & room features

  • Bath Tubs
  • Respite or Short Term Stays Offered
  • Kitchenette
  • Full kitchen
  • Handicap Accessible
  • Garden View
  • Wi-Fi/high-speed internet
  • Air Conditioned
  • Private patio, deck, or balcony
  • Fireplaces
  • Wheelchair Accessible Showers
  • Cable or Satellite TV
  • Ground Floor Units

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 5, 2026.

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