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10 Best Independent Living Communities in Buell, OR

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The cost of independent living in Buell is about $3,502 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 187 options.

Read 3734 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. You may also consider nearby communities such as Salem, Dallas and Keizer.

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My spouse received excellent care. The staff was well trained and very caring. Having a concierge desk made communication easy as I was always connected with the right person to answer any question. [Name...
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.
Laurel Parc at Bethany Village is a retirement community and senior assisted living community located in Portland, Oregon. As part of the charming Bethany Village neighborhood, we have gone to extraordinary lengths to create a retirement community where seniors enjoy life to the fullest.Whether...
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Everything at Homewoods On the Williamette is all good. The care is excellent. The facility is clean. The staff are friendly. It is gets five stars on everything from me. I am very pleased with this facility
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.
Homewoods On the Willamette Homewoods On the Willamette is an independent living community for those who are looking to become a part of Milwaukie, OR and all that it offers. This community is located in Milwaukie, which is a part of the counties of Multnomah and Clackamas. Milwaukie provides...
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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
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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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I believe they all get "5" it's truly amazing. The staff is amazing, I'm not sure where to stop. Life enrichment is wonderful. The head of memory care is on top of it. Can't say enough good things. And the...
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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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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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.
We lead a double life of cosmopolitan urbanity and rugged naturalism. Terwilliger Plaza is simultaneously located in the heart of one of the most visionary cities in North America and cradled by the natural beauty of some of the nation’s most breathtaking countryside. Sweeping views of the...
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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.
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.
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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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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.
NorthWest Place invites you to discover the distinctive and exciting active retirement lifestyle designed just for you. Our unique location near 23rd Avenue provides endless opportunities for shopping, dining, and entertainment, just one block from your front porch.Located in one of the most...
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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: 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.

Cost of independent living in Buell, OR

The average cost of senior living in Buell is $3,502 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Lincoln City, OR with an average of $3,013 per month.

Independent living costs in Buell, OR, vs. state and national averages

Buell, OR
$3,502/mo
$3,426/mo
U.S. national average
$3,520/mo

Independent living costs in Buell, OR, vs. other senior living options

$8,546/mo
Independent Living
$3,502/mo

Independent living costs in Buell, OR, by floor plan type

Studio
$2,927/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,095/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,471/mo

Senior living costs in Buell 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: Buell, OR
Column state: Oregon
Column national: U.S.
Community typeBuell, OROregonU.S.
Independent Living$3,502/mo$3,426/mo$3,520/mo
Assisted Living$6,714/mo$6,838/mo$5,830/mo
Memory Care$8,546/mo$8,364/mo$6,999/mo
Independent Living
Buell, OR:$3,502/mo
Oregon:$3,426/mo
U.S.:$3,520/mo
Assisted Living
Buell, OR:$6,714/mo
Oregon:$6,838/mo
U.S.:$5,830/mo
Memory Care
Buell, OR:$8,546/mo
Oregon:$8,364/mo
U.S.:$6,999/mo
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Independent living costs in Buell, OR, over time

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

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Buell 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 average 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
Buell, OR$3,593/mo$3,377/mo+6.4%
Oregon$3,513/mo$3,254/mo+8.0%
National$3,416/mo$3,319/mo+2.9%
Buell, OR
2024 average cost:$3,593/mo
2023 average cost:$3,377/mo
Percent change:+6.4%
Oregon
2024 average cost:$3,513/mo
2023 average cost:$3,254/mo
Percent change:+8.0%
National
2024 average cost:$3,416/mo
2023 average cost:$3,319/mo
Percent change:+2.9%
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What families are saying about independent living in Buell

Recent reviews for independent living in Buell

Homewood Assisted Living in Milwaukie, OR

5.0
I would give 5 on all of the above. We couldn't be happier. We like the fun way they exercise, with beach balls. The music in the building is always pleasant. The entertainment they bring in suits everyone. The food is balanced and yummy. In just 2+ months our father in-law is acclimating ...
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Rose Schnitzer Manor in Portland, OR

4.8
The family thought this was the best community out of the all the communities we toured and we are happy with our decision. The staff communication with the family is good. There are three meals a day served in the dining room and there are options for the residents to choose from. The ...
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Somerset Assisted Living in Gladstone, OR

4.6
Somerset assisted living is an amazing place. The residents are happy and very well cared for. The staff treat residents like family. From the moment you walk in the atmosphere is welcoming everyone is smiling and happy. The administrator is very attentive listening to family’s and residents. ...
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Buell independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Buell independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Buell, 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 Buell 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 Buell partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Buell, ORNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
15%
21.2%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
51.9%
35.7%
No sugar
No sugar
43.9%
32%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
50.8%
34.8%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
17.1%
11.7%
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Availability of select dining options in Buell 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 Buell communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Buell, ORNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
44.4%
37.6%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
56.7%
44.8%
Room service
Room service
51.9%
38.2%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
25.1%
17.8%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Buell 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 Buell offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Buell, ORNational
Activity director
Activity director
63.6%
46.5%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
35.8%
29.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
37.4%
34.2%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
55.6%
48.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
64.2%
50.1%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
69%
54.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
59.9%
44.2%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
50.3%
39.7%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
50.3%
43%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
62.6%
48.3%
Live performances
Live performances
61.5%
48.1%
Dances
Dances
40.6%
34.3%
Fitness center
Fitness center
33.7%
40.7%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
61.5%
47.6%
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Frequently Asked Questions

Merrill Gardens at Hillsboro, Creekside Village and Redwood Heights by Cogir are the top-rated independent living facilities near Buell, Oregon. See full list of communities.
There are 187 independent living facilities near Buell, Oregon. See the full list.
The best independent living facility near you in Buell, Oregon is Grove Pointe Senior Living. This independent living community received the highest ranking based on verified family reviews.
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