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The cost of independent living in Glen Echo is about $5,084 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 124 options. Read 1349 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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The property manager is awesome and attentive to her needs. He took care of everything she needed. The only thing that we had issues with was some things needed to be taken care of before she moved in. That...
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.
Apartment Community for Independant Living for persons 62+. A highly desired location with an abundant of amenities combine to make this apartment community on of Montgomery County's most popular. The Gardens of Traville is close to shopping, medical care and places of worship. The Gardens of...
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: 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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Cost of independent living in Glen Echo, MD

The average cost of senior living in Glen Echo is $5,084 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Leisure World, MD with an average of $4,764 per month.

Independent living costs in Glen Echo, MD, vs. nearby cities

Glen Echo, MD
$5,084/mo
$5,079/mo

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

Glen Echo, MD
$5,084/mo
U.S. national average
$4,160/mo

Independent living costs in Glen Echo, MD, vs. other senior living options

$7,201/mo
Independent Living
$5,084/mo

Independent living costs in Glen Echo, MD, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$6,320/mo
Studio
$7,651/mo
1 Bedroom
$8,579/mo
2 Bedroom
$9,658/mo

Senior living costs in Glen Echo 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: Glen Echo, MD
Column state: Maryland
Column national: U.S.
Community typeGlen Echo, MDMarylandU.S.
Independent Living$5,084/mo$3,929/mo$4,160/mo
Assisted Living$6,023/mo$5,325/mo$4,703/mo
Memory Care$7,201/mo$6,222/mo$4,954/mo
Independent Living
Glen Echo, MD:$5,084/mo
Maryland:$3,929/mo
U.S.:$4,160/mo
Assisted Living
Glen Echo, MD:$6,023/mo
Maryland:$5,325/mo
U.S.:$4,703/mo
Memory Care
Glen Echo, MD:$7,201/mo
Maryland:$6,222/mo
U.S.:$4,954/mo
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Independent living costs in Glen Echo, MD, over time

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

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Glen Echo 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
Glen Echo, MD$4,956/mo$4,886/mo+1.4%
Maryland$4,066/mo$4,045/mo+0.5%
National$3,261/mo$3,166/mo+3.0%
Glen Echo, MD
2024 average cost:$4,956/mo
2023 average cost:$4,886/mo
Percent change:+1.4%
Maryland
2024 average cost:$4,066/mo
2023 average cost:$4,045/mo
Percent change:+0.5%
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 Glen Echo

Recent reviews for independent living in Glen Echo

Forest Hills of DC in Washington, DC

4.6
My sister has lived at Forest Hills in the Health Care Center for a while. Before the pandemic, they had wonderful activities as well as great nursing care. In the pandemic they have done an incredible job to keep everyone safe, to figure out ways to have safe activities and/or virtual or safe ...
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Victory Terrace in Potomac, MD

5.0
Victory Terrace Senior Apartments have been a wonderful experience so far for my mom. The staff is friendly and helpful. It is a beautiful community with well-kept landscaping in a breathtaking neighborhood. My mom is an active 84 and this lifestyle suits her well. She still enjoys making her ...
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Ingleside at King Farm, a CCRC in Rockville, MD

4.6
Overall my mothers happy. Communication was tough at the beginning but has gotten better. They set up covid shots for the residence and made that really easy. The community is neat and clean and the staff is very friendly. I would recommend this community to others.

Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Renovated common areas and updated web site. Many reviews mention the recent renovations to common areas in communities like Homecrest House B'nai B'rith, making them more appealing to potential residents. However, some residents have noted that their apartments have not received similar updates, and food quality is average at best.
Friendly and moderately responsive staff. Staff members at communities such as Homecrest House B'nai B'rith are described as friendly, but some residents express concerns about the staff's responsiveness to requests and issues. For example, one resident reported a mouse infestation that went unfixed for almost a week.
Accessible shuttle services. Shuttle services offered at communities including Discovery Village Chevy Chase are appreciated by residents for their convenience and accessibility, allowing them to get out and about without relying on personal transportation.
Varied activities for residents. Residents at communities like enjoy a wide range of activities, including regular outings, games, and crafts. These activities help keep residents engaged and active.
Affordable monthly expenses. For residents like the one at Modena Reserve at Kensington, affordability is a key factor in their choice of senior living community. Some communities, such as this one, offer reasonable monthly expenses, making them an attractive option.
Mouse infestation management. Despite the efforts of some communities, like Homecrest House B'nai B'rith, to keep pests at bay, occasional infestations still occur. Residents and their families expect prompt and effective action to address these issues and prevent future occurrences.
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Glen Echo independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Glen Echo independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Glen Echo, 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 Glen Echo 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 Glen Echo 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
37.9%
20.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
47.6%
34.4%
No sugar
No sugar
47.6%
30.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
46.6%
33.6%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
29.1%
10.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Glen Echo 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 Glen Echo communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Glen Echo, MDNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
46.6%
36.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
46.6%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
43.7%
37%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
33%
17.2%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Glen Echo 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 Glen Echo offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Glen Echo, MDNational
Activity director
Activity director
50.5%
45.1%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
35.9%
28.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
35.9%
33%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
57.3%
47.5%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
58.3%
48.9%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
62.1%
54%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
45.6%
42.9%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
43.7%
38.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
46.6%
41.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
48.5%
47.1%
Live performances
Live performances
51.5%
46.8%
Dances
Dances
35.9%
33%
Fitness center
Fitness center
45.6%
39.5%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
50.5%
46.4%
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Frequently Asked Questions

Chevy Chase House, Fox Hill and Sunrise of Chevy Chase are the top-rated independent living facilities near Glen Echo, Maryland. See full list of communities.
There are 124 independent living facilities near Glen Echo, Maryland. See the full list.
The best independent living facilities near you in Glen Echo, Maryland are Chevy Chase House, Acclaim at Belmont Bay and Sunrise of Chevy Chase. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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