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10 Best Independent Living Communities in Valencia West, AZ

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The cost of independent living in Valencia West is about $3,926 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 74 options. Read 430 reviews, see photos, and learn about amenities that make independent living the ideal next step for adults 55+ who wish to enjoy friendships and hobbies without the hassle of cooking and home maintenance.

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Provides: Senior Apartments
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Council House is a senior citizen independent living community.
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Provides: Independent Living
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Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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Provides: Independent Living
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Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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Provides: Independent Living
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Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
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Provides: Independent Living
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Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Provides: Independent Living
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Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
    Recognizing that quality of life involves much more than quality of care, we focus on health, wellness, care and environment to create the Via Elegante difference.     At Via Elegante, we believe that everyone has the ability to become stronger, healthier and...
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My brother spent the last month of his life at Plum Tree House (one of the Groves 6 houses), and for all of our family, it was by far the most positive experience of the last 6 months of his illness. The...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Pima Street Homes is an assisted living community located in Tucson, Arizona, in Pima County and home to over 520,000 people. Tucson is a beautiful city known for its bustling business community, sporting events, great shopping and fine dining. Residents will enjoy shopping with friends, going to...
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I read the two reviews and those reviews are outdated and don't reflect the Amber Lights my parents are in currently. Yes, it can be a little shocking when you see the cost of this senior living community...
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Located in beautiful northwest Tucson, Amber Lights offers both independent and assisted living within a resort-style setting. Our 120 residences offer magnificent views of the Catalina Mountains, Tucson Mountains, and the city lights of downtown.Carefree, enjoyable living is what you’ll find at...
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Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
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Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
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Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
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Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
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Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
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Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
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Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
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Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Provides: Independent Living
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Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Provides: Independent Living
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Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Spring Street Homes provides seniors with an assisted living community in the midst of the great city of Tucson, Pima County, Arizona. Both residents and guests of the city will enjoy checking out the Reid Park Zoo, the Arizona-Sonora Desert Museum, and the Tucson Botanical Gardens. This city has...
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Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Nursing Homes
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Nursing Homes: Nursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.
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The minute you walk into the gates, and stop to meet the people all around the community it feels like home. It feels like they are one big family who watch out for one another. The residents, and staff...
Provides: Independent Living
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Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.

Cost of independent living in Valencia West, AZ

The average cost of senior living in Valencia West is $3,926 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Sahuarita, AZ with an average of $3,547 per month.

Independent living costs in Valencia West, AZ, vs. nearby cities

Valencia West, AZ
$3,926/mo
$3,926/mo

Independent living costs in Valencia West, AZ, vs. state and national averages

Valencia West, AZ
$3,926/mo
$3,912/mo
U.S. national average
$4,153/mo

Independent living costs in Valencia West, AZ, vs. other senior living options

$4,630/mo
Independent Living
$3,926/mo

Independent living costs in Valencia West, AZ, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$4,321/mo
Studio
$4,527/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,341/mo
2 Bedroom
$4,619/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$4,275/mo

Senior living costs in Valencia West vs. state and national costs

Cost comparison table showing community type costs by location. This table contains 3 rows of data across 4 columns.
Column communityType: Community type
Column destination: Valencia West, AZ
Column state: Arizona
Column national: U.S.
Community typeValencia West, AZArizonaU.S.
Independent Living$3,926/mo$3,912/mo$4,153/mo
Assisted Living$3,818/mo$3,911/mo$4,698/mo
Memory Care$4,630/mo$4,625/mo$4,946/mo
Independent Living
Valencia West, AZ:$3,926/mo
Arizona:$3,912/mo
U.S.:$4,153/mo
Assisted Living
Valencia West, AZ:$3,818/mo
Arizona:$3,911/mo
U.S.:$4,698/mo
Memory Care
Valencia West, AZ:$4,630/mo
Arizona:$4,625/mo
U.S.:$4,946/mo
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Independent living costs in Valencia West, AZ, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly independent living costs have shifted over the past five years in Valencia West and how those changes compare with state and national trends. The figures represent quarterly averages of what seniors actually paid after moving into A Place for Mom partner communities.

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Independent living cost trends in Valencia West, AZ

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Valencia West have changed in the last two years and how those changes compare with state and national trends. The figures represent averages of actual costs paid by seniors who moved into A Place for Mom partner communities in 2023 and 2024.

Cost comparison table showing 2023 and 2024 median costs by location. This table contains 3 rows of data across 4 columns.
Column location: Location
Column cost2024: 2024 average cost
Column cost2023: 2023 average cost
Column percentChange: Percent change
Location2024 average cost2023 average costPercent change
Valencia West, AZ$3,132/mo$3,226/mo-2.9%
Arizona$2,813/mo$2,814/mo-0.0%
National$3,261/mo$3,166/mo+3.0%
Valencia West, AZ
2024 average cost:$3,132/mo
2023 average cost:$3,226/mo
Percent change:-2.9%
Arizona
2024 average cost:$2,813/mo
2023 average cost:$2,814/mo
Percent change:-0.0%
National
2024 average cost:$3,261/mo
2023 average cost:$3,166/mo
Percent change:+3.0%
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What families are saying about independent living in Valencia West

Recent reviews for independent living in Valencia West

Mountain View Retirement Village in Tucson, AZ

4.8
This is a good community and it is a good value. The staff are very friendly and kind. My loved one was in the memory care and is moving over to the unassisted living and is excited to participate in more activities.

Villa Hermosa in Tucson, AZ

5.0
I have lived in other communities in Arizona. I will highly recommend this one to anyone who would be looking for a retirement home.

Bee Hive Homes Of Green Valley

5.0
My family has been nothing but happy with the the Beehive home. our Mom loves the staff, especially Babs the house manager. They always go the extra mile to ensure her comfort and needs are met.

Valencia West independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Valencia West independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Valencia West, but support comparisons against nationwide offerings. Our Senior Living Advisors can help you find communities that fit your preferences.

Availability of select dietary accommodations in Valencia West independent living

Independent living communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of Valencia West partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
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Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
6.3%
20.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
20.8%
34.4%
No sugar
No sugar
25%
30.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
14.6%
33.6%
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Availability of select dining options in Valencia West independent living

Our independent living communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of Valencia West communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
14.6%
36.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
14.6%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
10.4%
37%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
10.4%
17.2%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Valencia West independent living

Senior living communities offer a variety of programming to keep seniors socially, mentally, and physically vibrant. The chart below shows what percentage of partnered independent living communities in Valencia West offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
25%
45.1%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
12.5%
28.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
6.3%
33%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
14.6%
47.5%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
31.3%
48.9%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
22.9%
54%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
16.7%
42.9%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
16.7%
38.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
14.6%
41.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
29.2%
47.1%
Live performances
Live performances
27.1%
46.8%
Dances
Dances
8.3%
33%
Fitness center
Fitness center
8.3%
39.5%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
31.3%
46.4%
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Frequently Asked Questions

Arroyo Gardens, The Ranch Estates of Tucson and Atria Campana Del Rio are the top-rated independent living facilities near Valencia West, Arizona. See full list of communities.
There are 74 independent living facilities near Valencia West, Arizona. See the full list.
The best independent living facility near you in Valencia West, Arizona is Arroyo Gardens. This independent living community received the highest ranking based on verified family reviews.
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