Studio
Independent Living · 0 bedroom
Published starting price
Schedule a visit →$2,600/month
Care fees not included
Checked August 3, 2026Community profile
The Waterford at Ironbridge
1131 East Lakewood, Springfield, MO
Independent Living
★ 5.0155 reviewsRead reviews
About the community
About The Waterford at Ironbridge
Published floor plans
1 Bedroom
Independent Living · 1 bedroom
Published starting price
Schedule a visit →$2,950/month
Care fees not included
Checked August 3, 20262 Bedrooms
Independent Living · 2 bedroom
Published starting price
Schedule a visit →$3,750/month
Care fees not included
Checked August 3, 2026Tracked published prices
Price history by floor plan
Compare floor plans over time. The lowest current option with tracked history is selected first.
Studio$2,600 observed · tracking future changes
One source-published starting price observed so far. No price change has been observed yet.
Family and resident feedback
5.0 out of 5 from 155 reviews
Recent public reviews can help surface themes to ask about on a tour. Ratings belong to the original review source and are not independently verified by us.
★★★★★
PositiveOur Happy Place
For my wife and I, the Waterford is a good fit... The food is always good, and all staff are great, pitching in when needed, and there when you have questions... The activities are very well planned and executed. There are so many choices and a very good variety to choose from. We are glad we are here!! Thank you to all for ALL you do every day!!!
★★★★★
PositiveA wonderful community.
The things that stand out about this community is the care and dedication of the staff, the welcoming environment, and the friendliness of everyone including the residents. This is a place that you can call “home “.
★★★★★
PositiveVery clean, friendly atmosphere, wonderful activities
My mom has been at Waterford for 3 years now, and I truly believe that it’s one of the best senior living facilities in Springfield. We are so happy with the overall expense and what is included in the cost! We highly recommend Waterford!
★★★★★
PositiveOver the top of any I’ve been involved with!
My sister [name removed] could not be in a better place because there is none. If I could I would have rated it a 10! I keep saying when I grow up I want to be a resident there! The cleanliness, the food, staff, amenities, activities the facility, every thing you need is there. The only thing that is not there is the rest of her family! But we all love to go there. Most of us live in Louisiana and we don’t want her to move here because I don’t think we could ever fine her a better place.
★★★★★
PositiveThe Good Life
When I first walked into the Waterford in May of 2022 I was instantly impressed with the ambiance of the place. I had visited other independent living communities but this one seemed different. It was more like walking into the home of a dear friend who had been preparing for my visit for a long time and had prepared everything I might need while I stayed there. The place was beautiful and well maintained, the staff was friendly and efficient, and the residents were milling around like they had places to go and thi…
★★★★★
PositiveGreat choice
The Waterford was nice but Mom needed to move to an assisted living facility. It was a nice and friendly facility though!
Verified overview
What we know from public sources
- Care options
- Independent Living
- Operator
- Sonida Senior Living
- Public price status
- Published starting price available
- Last source check
- August 17, 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
- Anytime Dining
- No Sugar
- Meals Provided
- Guest Meals
- Professional Chef
- Restaurant Style Dining
- Low / No Sodium
- International Cuisine
- Room Service
- Private Dining Room
- Bar or Pub
Health & wellness
- Staffing & Ancillary Services
Services & convenience
- Weight Limit (lbs)
- Dogs Allowed
- Cats Allowed
- Housekeeping
- Beautician
- Grocery Shopping and Errands
- Laundry Service / Drycleaning
- English
- Property Convenient to Public Transit
- Resident Parking Available
- Covered Parking
- Uncovered Parking
- Complimentary Transportation
- Pet Care Available
Activities & engagement
- Wii Bowling
- Yoga / Chair Yoga
- Bible Study Group
- Book Club
- Devotional Activities On-Site
- Quilting or Sewing Club
- Live Dance or Theater Performances
- Pet-focused Programs
- Art Classes
- Day Trips and Outings
- Cooking Classes
- Visiting Chaplain or Priest
- Activities On-site
- Christian Services
- Activities Off-site
- Intergenerational Programs
- Happy Hour
- Dances
- Walking Club
- Bridge Club
- Other Religious Services
- Catholic Services
- Holiday Parties
- Cards / Pinochle Club
- Birthday Parties
- Stretching Classes
- BBQs or Picnics
- Community Service Programs
- Community Service Organizations
- Live Well Programs
- Resident Band or Musicians
- Educational Speakers / Life Long Learning
- Gardening Club
- Protestant Services
- Live Musical Performances
- Men's Club
- Trivia Games
- Cooking Club
- Brain fitness / Dakim
Outdoor spaces
- Computer or Media Center
- Outside Patio
- Library
- Barber Shop
- Central Fireplace
- Meeting Room
- Indoor Common Areas
- Beauty Salon
- Outdoor Common Areas
- TV Lounge
- Piano or Organ
- Fitness Center
- Game Room
- Golf Course or Putting Green
- Arts and Crafts Center
- Raised Garden Beds
Apartment & room features
- Ground Floor Units
- Wheelchair Accessible Showers
- Wi-Fi/high-speed internet
- Air Conditioned
- Cable or Satellite TV
- Handicap Accessible
- Kitchenette
- Respite or Short Term Stays Offered
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 17, 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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