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The cost of independent living in Washington County is about $3,530 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 39 options. Read 633 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: Independent Living, Nursing Homes
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.
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.
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent 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.
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.
Bethesda Southgate, known by residents of South St. Louis County for its quality skilled nursing care, recently received Accreditation by the Joint Commission of Healthcare organizations, an independent, not-for-profit national body that overseas the safety and quality of health care.Bethesda...
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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.
Located in a scenic environment, Tannous Loving Care Senior Living in Waterloo, Monroe County, Illinois provides independent living for seniors. In this peaceful and quiet neighborhood, seniors get to have a peace of mind along with the freedom to do whatever they want provided they achieve...
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Moved into a two bedroom apartment with beautiful lake view in mid-November. [Name removed] the Residency Director was very helpful in answering questions and making each resident feel that their needs were...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent 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.
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.
Cape Albeon offers retirement and assisted living opportunities for seniors. A distinctive and charming senior living community, Cape Albeon, offers numerous amenities including an indoor pool and fitness area, activity centers, restaurant-style dining, a library, and an on-site beauty salon. A...
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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.
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent 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.
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.
The Bridges of Columbia offers the perfect mix of privacy,independance and community for people ready to live a more carefree lifestyle. With a comprehensive list of services and ammenities that are included in your monthly rent, we take the headaches of home ownership away so you can focus on...
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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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She loved it there, but they didn't provide meals or housekeeping. We started to need a higher level of care. The staff is wonderful and they go over and above what they would have to do as 8-5 workers. She...
Provides: Independent Living, Residential Care Home
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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.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
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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.
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Cost of independent living in Washington County, MO

The average cost of senior living in Washington County is $3,530 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Caledonia, MO with an average of $2,149 per month.

Independent living costs in Washington County, MO, vs. nearby counties

Washington County, MO
$3,530/mo
$3,478/mo

Independent living costs in Washington County, MO, vs. state and national averages

Washington County, MO
$3,530/mo
U.S. national average
$4,184/mo

Independent living costs in Washington County, MO, vs. other senior living options

$5,506/mo
Independent Living
$3,530/mo

Independent living costs in Washington County, MO, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$3,310/mo
Studio
$3,759/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,046/mo
2 Bedroom
$4,873/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$3,505/mo

Senior living costs in Washington County 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: Washington County, MO
Column state: Missouri
Column national: U.S.
Community typeWashington County, MOMissouriU.S.
Independent Living$3,530/mo$3,715/mo$4,184/mo
Assisted Living$2,767/mo$4,008/mo$4,779/mo
Memory Care$5,506/mo$5,473/mo$5,535/mo
Independent Living
Washington County, MO:$3,530/mo
Missouri:$3,715/mo
U.S.:$4,184/mo
Assisted Living
Washington County, MO:$2,767/mo
Missouri:$4,008/mo
U.S.:$4,779/mo
Memory Care
Washington County, MO:$5,506/mo
Missouri:$5,473/mo
U.S.:$5,535/mo
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Independent living costs in Washington County, MO, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly independent living costs have shifted over the past five years in Washington County 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 Washington County, MO

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Washington County 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
Washington County, MO$3,249/mo$3,273/mo-0.7%
Missouri$3,057/mo$3,016/mo+1.4%
National$3,261/mo$3,166/mo+3.0%
Washington County, MO
2024 average cost:$3,249/mo
2023 average cost:$3,273/mo
Percent change:-0.7%
Missouri
2024 average cost:$3,057/mo
2023 average cost:$3,016/mo
Percent change:+1.4%
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 Washington County

Recent reviews for independent living in Washington County

Nazareth Living Center in Saint Louis, MO

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My husband recently spent 1 month in rehab at Nazareth. The staff was excellent, friendly, and went out of their way to make sure he was included in social activities. Never once did I see anyone who didn't look like they enjoyed being there. My husband raved about the food (to my chagrin) and ...
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Cape Albeon in Valley Park, MO

5.0
We have been very pleased with Cape Albeon. The staff is remarkable. Everyone has been very friendly, and if there are any questions or concerns (e.g., something needs attention in the apartment), service ihas been prompt. The only thing that we have not liked is the quality of the food at ...
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Garden Place of Waterloo

5.0
My mom is here and they have been providing the care she needs. It is a beautiful place and it is the best environment for my mom. Her apartment is nice and she has her space and bathroom. The food is great and the staff go to her room to let her know it is time to eat or for an activity. They ...
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Washington County independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Washington County independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Washington County, 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 Washington County 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 Washington County partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Washington County, MONational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
14.7%
20.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
20.6%
34.4%
No sugar
No sugar
17.6%
30.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
26.5%
33.6%
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Availability of select dining options in Washington County 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 Washington County communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Washington County, MONational
Professional chef
Professional chef
26.5%
36.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
44.1%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
29.4%
37%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
17.6%
17.2%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Washington County 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 Washington County offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
47.1%
45.1%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
20.6%
28.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
26.5%
33%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
61.8%
47.5%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
47.1%
48.9%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
58.8%
54%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
35.3%
42.9%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
29.4%
38.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
29.4%
41.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
38.2%
47.1%
Live performances
Live performances
44.1%
46.8%
Dances
Dances
26.5%
33%
Fitness center
Fitness center
35.3%
39.5%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
44.1%
46.4%
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Frequently Asked Questions

Crestview Senior Living, Creek Valley Retirement Community and Garden Villas South are the top-rated independent living facilities near Washington County, Missouri. See full list of communities.
There are 39 independent living facilities near Washington County, Missouri. See the full list.
The best independent living facility near you in Washington County, Missouri is Holiday Orchid Terrace. This independent living community received the highest ranking based on verified family reviews.
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