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The cost of independent living in Marling Farms is about $4,246 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 432 options. Read 5758 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.
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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, Memory Care, 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.
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.
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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My brother and I toured a number of places when we were searching for a new home for our parents. Although Mom died before we could implement the move, we followed through with moving Dad into the Maryland...
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: 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: 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.
FREE RENT! Move in during the month of December to receive the remainder of December and January FREE! Please contact our office for more details. Apartments Available Now! Waverly House is a newly renovated senior community, located in the heart of downtown Bethesda, Maryland. We are located...
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Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, 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.
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.
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.
Set along the Potomac River and minutes from Georgetown, The Fitzgerald of Palisades offers a best-of-both-worlds lifestyle that’s easily accessible to Palisades’ charming main street corridor and all that Washington D.C. has to offer. Come tour with us today!
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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.
Since 1995, Kenwood Care has managed four Howard County assisted living homes with two in Fulton, one in Dayton, and one in Laurel. Each location is in a beautiful residential setting and features:UNPARALLELED ROUND THE CLOCK CARE -2.5-to-1 resident-to-caregiver ratio (3x higher than state...
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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.
Elternhaus, IncElternhaus, provides a caring assisted living community to those adults who are looking to be a part of Dayton, MD. This community is located in a quiet area that is a great place to call home. Dayton is a part of Howard County and it offers much natural beauty in a peaceful area...
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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: 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: 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.
Gum Springs Glen, located in the historic Gum Springs area of Fairfax County, offers an exciting concept in affordable retirement living to seniors with moderate incomes. Designed for the active lifestyles of residents, each building features attractively appointed and spacious common areas for...
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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.
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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My father moved into the Hermitage in early Sept 2018. We couldn't be more happy. I was looking for a place for my Dad and after talking to [name removed] I basically stopped my search. She was so lovely and...
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.
Conveniently located in the heart of Northern Virginia, the Hermitage is a premier Continuing Care Retirement Community (CCRC) offering various levels of care and services that promote an independent lifestyle regardless of needs. A not-for-profit community, owned and operated by Virginia United...
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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: 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: 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.
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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: 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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The nursing staff team are terrific, they have an enormous amount of staff members there, and our experience so far has been wonderful. They are giving our loved one the best care that he could need. The...
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 Hebrew Home of Washington has provided quality nursing care and rehabilitation for Washington area families since 1910. Honoring Jewish values and respect for resident's dignity, the Hebrew Home welcomes everyone to experience it's beautiful campus and dedicated staff. The Home accepts...
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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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Cost of independent living in Marling Farms, MD

The average cost of senior living in Marling Farms is $4,246 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Naval Academy, MD with an average of $3,206 per month.

Independent living costs in Marling Farms, MD, vs. nearby cities

Marling Farms, MD
$4,246/mo

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

Marling Farms, MD
$4,246/mo
U.S. national average
$4,212/mo

Independent living costs in Marling Farms, MD, vs. other senior living options

$7,089/mo
Independent Living
$4,246/mo

Independent living costs in Marling Farms, MD, by floor plan type

Studio
$4,077/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,294/mo
2 Bedroom
$7,477/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$3,700/mo

Senior living costs in Marling Farms 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: Marling Farms, MD
Column state: Maryland
Column national: U.S.
Community typeMarling Farms, MDMarylandU.S.
Independent Living$4,246/mo$4,025/mo$4,212/mo
Assisted Living$6,205/mo$5,433/mo$4,753/mo
Memory Care$7,089/mo$6,402/mo$5,015/mo
Independent Living
Marling Farms, MD:$4,246/mo
Maryland:$4,025/mo
U.S.:$4,212/mo
Assisted Living
Marling Farms, MD:$6,205/mo
Maryland:$5,433/mo
U.S.:$4,753/mo
Memory Care
Marling Farms, MD:$7,089/mo
Maryland:$6,402/mo
U.S.:$5,015/mo
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Independent living costs in Marling Farms, MD, over time

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

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Marling Farms 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.
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Column cost2024: 2024 average cost
Column cost2023: 2023 average cost
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Location2024 average cost2023 average costPercent change
Marling Farms, MD$4,099/mo$4,113/mo-0.3%
Maryland$4,066/mo$4,045/mo+0.5%
National$3,256/mo$3,167/mo+2.8%
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2024 average cost:$4,099/mo
2023 average cost:$4,113/mo
Percent change:-0.3%
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2024 average cost:$4,066/mo
2023 average cost:$4,045/mo
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2024 average cost:$3,256/mo
2023 average cost:$3,167/mo
Percent change:+2.8%
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What families are saying about independent living in Marling Farms

Recent reviews for independent living in Marling Farms

Integrity Esther's Place at the Park in Baltimore, MD

4.8
From the first day of admittance, until his final passing, Esther's Place delivered excellent care for my 96 yr old Brother in law who suffered from Alzheimers & other medical issues. The high level of competence, caring & attention all within a great budget.. I highly recommend Esther's Place ...
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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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Park View at Fullerton in Baltimore, MD

5.0
It's been a 5 for the most part.The staff is very friendly. My friend is social, he's meeting new people and getting to know them. One suggestion is if they could install ceiling fans that would be nice.

Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Timely response to maintenance requests. Several reviews mention the efficiency and promptness of maintenance staff in addressing issues, such as a leaking ceiling at Harmony at Kent and a malfunctioning HVAC system at Harmony at Enterprise. This attention to residents' needs contributes to their overall satisfaction with the commu ...
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Warm and welcoming community atmosphere. Numerous reviews praise the friendly and inclusive community atmosphere at various senior living facilities. For instance, at Bedford Court, a CCRC, residents and staff are described as forming a 'family like' bond, while at Wilshire Estates Gracious Retirement Community, visitors are greete ...
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High-quality meals and dining experiences. Many reviews highlight the importance of good food in residents' overall satisfaction with their community. At The Jefferson, residents look forward to the 'spectacular' food, while at HeartLands Senior Living at Ellicott City, the 'delightful' dining options are a major draw.
Engaging activities for seniors. Several residents express excitement about the diverse range of activities offered at their communities, including trivia nights, gardening classes, and movie nights. At Harmony at Enterprise, residents are 'active in the community and taking advantage of the services available.'
Well-maintained facilities and grounds. Reviews frequently mention the cleanliness and upkeep of the facilities and grounds at senior living communities. For example, at Residences at Vantage Point CCRC, residents appreciate the 'beautiful' atmosphere and 'made from scratch' meals, while at The Gardens of Annapolis, the apartments ...
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Supportive and compassionate staff. Residents and their families frequently express gratitude for the caring and attentive nature of the staff members. At Atrium Village by Cogir, the staff is 'warm and friendly,' while at Bedford Court, a CCRC, they are 'wonderful' and 'caring'.
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Marling Farms independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Marling Farms independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Marling Farms, 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 Marling Farms 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 Marling Farms 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
24%
20.6%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
35.8%
34.8%
No sugar
No sugar
34.8%
31.2%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
31.7%
33.9%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
19.9%
10.8%
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Availability of select dining options in Marling Farms 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 Marling Farms communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
29.4%
36.9%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
33.8%
43.8%
Room service
Room service
30.4%
37.3%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
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Availability of select programs and activities in Marling Farms 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 Marling Farms offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
36.6%
45.6%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
27.4%
28.5%
Community service programs
Community service programs
28.1%
33.4%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
51.7%
47.8%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
50.1%
49.2%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
53.7%
54.3%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
33%
43.4%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
29.7%
38.6%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
34%
42.2%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
38.6%
47.5%
Live performances
Live performances
38.6%
47.2%
Dances
Dances
26.6%
33.3%
Fitness center
Fitness center
31.5%
39.8%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
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Regency Crest, Chevy Chase House and The Skybridge at Town Center are the top-rated independent living facilities near Marling Farms, Maryland. See full list of communities.
There are 432 independent living facilities near Marling Farms, Maryland. See the full list.
The best independent living facilities near you in Marling Farms, Maryland are The Skybridge at Town Center, Morningside House of Friendship and Morningside House of St Charles. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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