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The cost of independent living in Starr is about $3,653 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 260 options. Read 3423 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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Although I have lived here for several years, and I love it for its friendliness, activities, and walking distance to many stores, there has recently been a change in administration which has not been good. ...
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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.
Park View at Columbia is the area’s most exciting apartment community for seniors 62+, where you will find luxury living at an affordable price. Nestled in a quiet area near trees and walking paths, Park View Columbia is only steps from a grocery store, banks, restaurants, and specialty...
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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...
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The building is very nice and up to date. the only issue I have is I would open past 3 pm. The communication could be better between the staff and the residence. I would definitely recommend this community...
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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.
Park View at Ellicott City I is an affordable and vibrant senior housing community located in beautiful Howard County, Maryland just 25 minutes west of Baltimore. Surrounded by lush trees only minutes from Ellicott City Senior Center, Park View I offers 81 one and two bedroom apartments to...
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My son and I looked at a number of facilities. When we got here we were impressed by how friendly there were compared to the other places. Here they are very warm. They have a lot of activities. It seemed...
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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.
Park View at Ellicott City II is an affordable and warm senior housing located in stunning Ellicott City, Maryland just half an hour west of Baltimore. Ranked four times in the top 20 places to live in the United States by Money and CNNMoney.com, Park View II offers spacious and bright one and...
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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 to the Lifestyle you deserve! Selborne House of Dorsey Hall is Ellicott City’s premier building, blending in and complimenting the charming surroundings.We offer Superb care-free living for seniors 62 years of age or better with qualifying income, a diverse selection of...
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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.
Park View at Woodland SpringsPark View at Woodland Springs is a senior housing community located in the beautiful town of District Heights, Maryland, which is located in Prince George’s county. The community’s location is perfect for those who enjoy a small town feel with all of the conveniences...
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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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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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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.
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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: 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
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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: 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.
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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, 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.
Windsor Crossing Senior Community is a thriving community for seniors 62 and over, ideally located just off of Silver Hill Road in Suitland, Maryland. This active adults' community is within walking distance of the Metro and only 15 minutes from downtown Washington, D.C. Close to area shopping,...
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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...

Cost of independent living in Starr, MD

The average cost of senior living in Starr is $3,653 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Naval Academy, MD with an average of $3,206 per month.

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

Starr, MD
$3,653/mo
$5,732/mo

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

Starr, MD
$3,653/mo
U.S. national average
$4,212/mo

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

$6,114/mo
Independent Living
$3,653/mo

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

Studio
$4,280/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,723/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,260/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$3,518/mo

Senior living costs in Starr 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: Starr, MD
Column state: Maryland
Column national: U.S.
Community typeStarr, MDMarylandU.S.
Independent Living$3,653/mo$4,025/mo$4,212/mo
Assisted Living$6,857/mo$5,433/mo$4,753/mo
Memory Care$6,114/mo$6,402/mo$5,015/mo
Independent Living
Starr, MD:$3,653/mo
Maryland:$4,025/mo
U.S.:$4,212/mo
Assisted Living
Starr, MD:$6,857/mo
Maryland:$5,433/mo
U.S.:$4,753/mo
Memory Care
Starr, MD:$6,114/mo
Maryland:$6,402/mo
U.S.:$5,015/mo
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Independent living costs in Starr, MD, over time

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

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Starr 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
Starr, MD$3,771/mo$3,391/mo+11.2%
Maryland$4,066/mo$4,045/mo+0.5%
National$3,256/mo$3,167/mo+2.8%
Starr, MD
2024 average cost:$3,771/mo
2023 average cost:$3,391/mo
Percent change:+11.2%
Maryland
2024 average cost:$4,066/mo
2023 average cost:$4,045/mo
Percent change:+0.5%
National
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 Starr

Recent reviews for independent living in Starr

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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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.

Meadowcrest at Middletown

3.5
They have to work out some growing pains in the business still. What is said that will get done and what gets done, doesn't always happen. They don't always think of the residents versus the comfort of the workers, for example: it's so cold there, they've got it down to 72. They are a company ...
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Starr independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Starr independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Starr, 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 Starr 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 Starr 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
20.1%
20.6%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
32.8%
34.8%
No sugar
No sugar
31.1%
31.2%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
27.9%
33.9%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
18%
10.8%
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Availability of select dining options in Starr 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 Starr communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Starr, MDNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
25%
36.9%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
29.9%
43.8%
Room service
Room service
27.5%
37.3%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
13.9%
17.3%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Starr 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 Starr offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
33.2%
45.6%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
24.6%
28.5%
Community service programs
Community service programs
26.2%
33.4%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
48%
47.8%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
46.7%
49.2%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
52%
54.3%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
29.1%
43.4%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
26.6%
38.6%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
31.1%
42.2%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
35.2%
47.5%
Live performances
Live performances
33.6%
47.2%
Dances
Dances
24.6%
33.3%
Fitness center
Fitness center
25.4%
39.8%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
34%
46.8%
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