Melrose Meadows Retirement Community is listed as Assisted Living in Iowa City, IA. Assisted living usually helps older adults with daily tasks. Staff may help with bathing, dressing, meals, and medicine reminders. It fits people who want some independence and help on hand. Families in the Iowa City, IA area who are comparing assisted living options can use this page as a starting point. Contact Melrose Meadows Retirement Community to ask about availability and how care is arranged. Public details on file include: Independent Living; Assisted Living; Meals; Housekeeping. Confirm any important detail with the provider before deciding. Directory data can change. Check the address and phone before you call. This page is for general information only. It does not rate quality or replace advice from a care professional.
Key Takeaways
Melrose Meadows Retirement Community provides assisted living services in Iowa City, IA. Call (319) 341-7893.
Iowa City, IA
Contact details
- Address
- 350 Dublin Drive
Iowa City, IA 52246 - Phone
- (319) 341-7893Unverified — report an issue
- Visit website
- www.melrosemeadows.com/✓ Verified 9/29/2026
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Tour / office hours
- Mon-Fri: 08:00 - 16:30
Care types: Assisted Living, Independent Living
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- Languages: English
Cost of senior care in Iowa City, IA
Assisted living in Iowa City, IA has a median cost of $5,381 per month. Source: CareScout 2025. Non-medical in-home care runs about $41 per hour (Iowa median, CareScout 2025), or roughly $6,560 per month for full-time help.
| Care type | Typical cost | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Non-medical in-home care | $41/hour | ~$6,560/mo full-time |
| Assisted living | $5,381/month | private one-bedroom |
| Nursing home | $10,038/month | ~$120,456/yr, private room |
Source: CareScout Cost of Care Survey (2025).
Frequently Asked Questions
Does Melrose Meadows Retirement Community accept Medicaid?
Melrose Meadows Retirement Community has not confirmed Medicaid acceptance on this listing. Contact the provider directly to confirm current coverage and eligibility.
Does Melrose Meadows Retirement Community accept Medicare?
Medicare generally does not cover custodial care or room and board in assisted living. However, Medicare Part B may cover qualifying outpatient therapies or medical services received while living there. Contact Melrose Meadows Retirement Community directly to confirm accepted coverage and payment options.
Where is Melrose Meadows Retirement Community located?
Melrose Meadows Retirement Community is located at 350 Dublin Drive, Iowa City, IA 52246.
How do I contact Melrose Meadows Retirement Community?
You can reach Melrose Meadows Retirement Community by phone at (319) 341-7893.
How much does assisted living cost in Iowa City, IA?
Assisted living in Iowa City, IA has a median cost of $5,381 per month (CareScout 2025). Actual prices vary by community, room type, and level of care.
How much does in-home care cost in Iowa City, IA?
Non-medical in-home care in Iowa City, IA runs about $41 per hour (Iowa median, CareScout 2025). Full-time care (about 160 hours a month) works out to roughly $6,560 per month.
Does Medicaid help pay for senior care in Iowa?
Yes. Iowa's Medicaid program offers waivers that can help cover home care and, in some cases, assisted living for residents who meet income and care-need rules. Eligibility and covered services vary, so confirm the details with the state program.
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- What is the current starting rate by room type or care schedule, and which services or level-of-care tiers are billed separately?
- Are there current openings for this level of care, or is there an active waitlist and typical wait timeline?
- What is the active state license or registration number, and where can families review the most recent state inspection report?
- What are the day and overnight caregiver-to-resident staffing ratios, and how are medical or mobility changes handled over time?
- What is the notice period for rate adjustments, and what fees or deposits are refundable upon move-out?
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- Cost of Care Survey (2025)Publisher: CareScout. Supports: General senior-care planning information. Last checked: 2026-08-15.
- Skilled nursing facility coveragePublisher: Medicare.gov. Supports: General senior-care planning information. Last checked: 2026-08-15.
- Medicaid coverage and eligibilityPublisher: Medicaid.gov. Supports: General senior-care planning information. Last checked: 2026-07-10.
- Long-term-care guidance for familiesPublisher: National Institute on Aging. Supports: General senior-care planning information. Last checked: 2026-07-10.
- VA pension rates (Aid & Attendance)Publisher: U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs. Supports: General senior-care planning information. Last checked: 2026-08-15.