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The cost of independent living in Avenue is about $4,465 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 202 options. Read 2751 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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Sunrise provides excellent care for my dad. He has a comfortable space to live in. He has privacy when he needs it and extra help and therapy (PT and OT) available. The staff is kind and friendly. And 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.
Located just minutes from historic downtown Falls Church and only a few miles from the national capital, our setting is convenient for families living throughout Fairfax and Arlington counties and beyond. Sunrise of Falls Church is nestled in the heart of the scenic City of Falls Church, just a...
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My loved one, [name removed], came to Brightview from another facility. I knew neither he nor I could stay there another day and it was with great happiness we made the move to Brightview, South River,...
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.
Experience something new every day at Brightview South River. Begin your morning with a breakfast served to you in our restaurant-quality dining room, check your email in our media room, followed by a game of cards in one of our many living room areas. Participate in one of the many events...
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I have only had a few interactions with the staff at this community and they have been helpful. They do offer some nice amenities and daily activities. The community is clean and I would recommend it.
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.
Rainier Manor is a senior housing community located in Mount Rainier, Prince George's County, MD. Mount Rainier, which is situated just 4 miles from downtown Washington D.C., is home to the Gateway Arts District. The arts district encourages the development of local talent by providing affordable...
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Southwinds is a safe and comfortable place to live. It offers many amenities and conveniences for its residents as well as many many activities.
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.
Southwinds 2 is a luxurious and classy senior apartment community located in White Plains, Charles County, MD. Apart from being a senior apartment, Southwinds 2 also operates as an independent living community that provides care services for its residents. It is a gated community for seniors aged...
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Charging seniors on a fixed income for $[removed], is not right. That is a mortgage payment. And the studio appt. What? $[removed] then they pay trash and electric? Let me know if I'm wrong. I believe rent...
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.
Southwinds is a luxurious, upscale, active adult, apartment rental community for persons age 55 and better. A gated community, nestled in the woods — quite and serene, yet located just minutes from Waldorf and LaPlata shopping, medical and professional areas. At Southwinds, you can live the...
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Provides: Independent Living, Senior Apartments
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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.
Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
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.
Washington & Lee Home for the Elderly is a privately owned/operated, eighteen bed, adult assisted living home, licensed by the Virginia Department of Social Services. A country setting nestled in historic Westmoreland County. Frequent visibility of deer and turkey are seen through large pane...
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It has been overall positive. We picked this community because it was the only option, and it was affordable. I would recommend to others.
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.
Welcome home to Lexington Park Adult Community. We are an affordable apartment community for senior' 55 years of age and older. Our community consists of 1 bedroom, 2 bedroom 1 baths, and 2 bedroom 2 baths apartment units. Whether you want to take a swim in our indoor heated pool or just relax...
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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.
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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: 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.
Nestled in the heart of the revitalized Lusby, in Calvert County, you will find Southern Pines II Senior Apartments for ages 62+. These beautiful senior apartments are located in a superb location with nearby access to transportation, shopping, recreation and more.At Southern Pines II, designed...
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.
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Charming place, like home. Rooms furnished nicely with large private baths. The staff and administrator are exceptional. Every time I enter to visit love one, the place is immaculate, smelling fresh and...
Provides: Assisted Living
Care types provided by this community
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: Senior Apartments
Care types provided by this community
Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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Provides: Senior Apartments
Care types provided by this community
Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
Having provided senior care for many years, we, understand the emotions that families face when making care decisions for their loved ones. Providing for a parent, spouse, or relative can be physically, emotionally, and financially challenging. Making the decision to get help is often difficult. ...
Provides: Senior Apartments
Care types provided by this community
Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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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.
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Provides: Independent Living, Senior Apartments
Care types provided by this community
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.
Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Fort Washington Manor offers affordability, convenience, serenity, and independent living solutions for those 62 or better. With a wonderful location just outside the metropolitan Washington, DC area your home will be only minutes to shopping, the metro transit system, a marina and parks. Or...
Provides: Senior Apartments
Care types provided by this community
Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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.
The Oaks Apartments offer senior housing to people 55 and older in scenic Triangle, Prince William County, Virginia. We are located in a quiet and wooded part of Northern Virginia near the Quantico Marine Corps base, offering residents beautiful views of nature from the windows of each apartment....
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The community provides activities such as entertainment musicians, exercise classes, they take the residents outside frequently. Food is very good. I would rate the room sizes a 4. The staff really stood out...
Provides: Assisted Living
Care types provided by this community
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.
At Greenfield of Fredericksburg, we provide care for your loved ones and, at the same time, help them maintain their independence. Our beautiful, clean neighborhood-style assisted living community looks and feels like home, ensuring our residents' comfort while we provide the care they need. In...
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Cost of independent living in Avenue, MD

The average cost of senior living in Avenue is $4,465 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Eagle Harbor, MD with an average of $2,932 per month.

Independent living costs in Avenue, MD, vs. nearby cities

Avenue, MD
$4,465/mo

Independent living costs in Avenue, MD, vs. state and national averages

Avenue, MD
$4,465/mo
U.S. national average
$4,161/mo

Independent living costs in Avenue, MD, vs. other senior living options

$4,488/mo
Independent Living
$4,465/mo

Independent living costs in Avenue, MD, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$5,463/mo
Studio
$6,438/mo
1 Bedroom
$6,709/mo
2 Bedroom
$7,809/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$6,966/mo

Senior living costs in Avenue 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: Avenue, MD
Column state: Maryland
Column national: U.S.
Community typeAvenue, MDMarylandU.S.
Independent Living$4,465/mo$3,929/mo$4,161/mo
Assisted Living$5,274/mo$5,325/mo$4,705/mo
Memory Care$4,488/mo$6,222/mo$4,955/mo
Independent Living
Avenue, MD:$4,465/mo
Maryland:$3,929/mo
U.S.:$4,161/mo
Assisted Living
Avenue, MD:$5,274/mo
Maryland:$5,325/mo
U.S.:$4,705/mo
Memory Care
Avenue, MD:$4,488/mo
Maryland:$6,222/mo
U.S.:$4,955/mo
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Independent living costs in Avenue, MD, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly independent living costs have shifted over the past five years in Avenue 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 Avenue, MD

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Avenue 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
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Location2024 average cost2023 average costPercent change
Avenue, MD$3,626/mo$3,099/mo+17.0%
Maryland$3,804/mo$3,558/mo+6.9%
National$2,797/mo$2,786/mo+0.4%
Avenue, MD
2024 average cost:$3,626/mo
2023 average cost:$3,099/mo
Percent change:+17.0%
Maryland
2024 average cost:$3,804/mo
2023 average cost:$3,558/mo
Percent change:+6.9%
National
2024 average cost:$2,797/mo
2023 average cost:$2,786/mo
Percent change:+0.4%
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What families are saying about independent living in Avenue

Recent reviews for independent living in Avenue

Victoria Park in Woodbridge, VA

3.8
Management Staff is very professional and patient...much experience in senior needs and challenges. Maintenance request and response have been on point. Although, desire that the maintenance department be more focused in repairs so as to avoid repetition of the same job. Desire that parking be ...
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Essex House in Tappahannock, VA

5.0
I moved my mother to Essex house in the beginning of October 2016 and have been very pleased with the service provided my mother. They have done everything in their power to make her stay comfortable. Due to the location, it has been easier for family to visit.

Morris Glen in Alexandria, VA

5.0
I have lived at Morris Glen for 13 years and love it here. The property manager is very helpful. Location is great. Love my apt. Grounds are kept nice. Friendly neighbors. Lot's of activities. Just the right place for me. Also, affordable rent.

Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Varied meal offerings and dining experiences. Despite some challenges with food quality and availability in certain communities, many residents express appreciation for the variety of meal options and the dining experiences. At Jubilation, for example, the food is described as 'excellent' and 'delicious', with residents enjoying a daily m ...
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Engaging and plentiful activities. Activities are a major factor in residents' satisfaction with their senior living communities. At The Jefferson, residents have access to a wide range of activities, both on-site and off-site, including museum outings, concerts, and fitness classes. At The Skybridge at Town Center, activitie ...
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Friendly and responsive staff. Staff are a crucial aspect of residents' experiences in senior living communities. Many residents praise the friendliness and attentiveness of staff members at their communities. At Chancellor's Village, for instance, staff are described as 'great', 'very responsive', and 'welcoming', and are ...
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Beautiful and well-maintained facilities. Residents often mention the importance of cleanliness and upkeep in their communities. At Harmony at Enterprise, the staff is praised for keeping apartments clean and facilities in good condition, while at Harmony at Falls Run, reviews mention the 'nice' and 'comfortable' nature of the build ...
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Convenient location and proximity to amenities. Location is an essential factor for many residents, especially those who want to maintain their independence and continue enjoying their favorite activities. At The Fairfax, a CCRC, the library, pool, dining room, and outdoor setting are all described as 'beautiful', while at Acclaim at Belmo ...
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Sense of community and social connections. Building strong social connections is an essential aspect of senior living, and many communities prioritize this in various ways. At The Skybridge at Town Center, residents have made many new friends, while at The Jefferson, residents enjoy participating in resident-organized activities and ...
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Avenue independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Avenue independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Avenue, 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 Avenue 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 Avenue 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
28%
20.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
35.7%
34.4%
No sugar
No sugar
33.3%
30.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
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33.6%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
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Availability of select dining options in Avenue 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 Avenue communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Avenue, MDNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
30.4%
36.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
34.5%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
32.1%
37%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
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17.2%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Avenue 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 Avenue offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Avenue, MDNational
Activity director
Activity director
33.9%
45.1%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
27.4%
28.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
23.2%
33%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
49.4%
47.5%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
50%
48.9%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
51.8%
54%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
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42.9%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
29.8%
38.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
33.3%
41.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
37.5%
47.1%
Live performances
Live performances
38.1%
46.8%
Dances
Dances
30.4%
33%
Fitness center
Fitness center
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39.5%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
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Acclaim at Belmont Bay, The Skybridge at Town Center and Jubilation are the top-rated independent living facilities near Avenue, Maryland. See full list of communities.
There are 202 independent living facilities near Avenue, Maryland. See the full list.
The best independent living facilities near you in Avenue, Maryland are Acclaim at Belmont Bay, Morningside House of St Charles and Potomac Place. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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