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10 Best Independent Living Communities in Durham, OR

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The cost of independent living in Durham is about $4,347 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 98 options. Read 1633 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
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.
Provides: Senior Apartments
Care types provided by this community
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, Nursing Homes
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.
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
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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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.
An historical building in downtown Portland, The Taft Home is more than just apartments. This Residential Care Facility opens its doors to individuals with special needs who are physically, mentally, intellectually, socially, or emotionally impaired, resulting in the inability to live...
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The kindness, the gentleness, how very clean it is, The LEVEL Of the CARE, the VARIETY and EXCELLENCE of the FOOD, the involvement of the ADMINISTRATIVE side of this house toward the care and the concerns of...
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: 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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It is a supportive environment. The staff are friendly, caring,and diligent. The food is good. The apartment is a good size, it is comfortable, and it is clean. The people who live there are friendly,...
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.
Meadows Courtyard Inc is an assisted living community located in beautiful Oregon City, Oregon. If you are looking for a comfortable and secure place to call home, then look no further than Meadows Courtyard Inc. Oregon City is at the junction of the Willamette and Clackamas Rivers making it...
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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: 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.

Cost of independent living in Durham, OR

The average cost of senior living in Durham is $4,347 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Sherwood, OR with an average of $4,320 per month.

Independent living costs in Durham, OR, vs. nearby cities

Durham, OR
$4,347/mo
$4,340/mo

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

Durham, OR
$4,347/mo
$4,377/mo
U.S. national average
$4,160/mo

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

$5,253/mo
Independent Living
$4,347/mo

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

Semi-Private
$6,422/mo
Studio
$5,221/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,618/mo
2 Bedroom
$6,207/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$4,715/mo

Senior living costs in Durham 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: Durham, OR
Column state: Oregon
Column national: U.S.
Community typeDurham, OROregonU.S.
Independent Living$4,347/mo$4,377/mo$4,160/mo
Assisted Living$4,578/mo$4,777/mo$4,703/mo
Memory Care$5,253/mo$5,162/mo$4,954/mo
Independent Living
Durham, OR:$4,347/mo
Oregon:$4,377/mo
U.S.:$4,160/mo
Assisted Living
Durham, OR:$4,578/mo
Oregon:$4,777/mo
U.S.:$4,703/mo
Memory Care
Durham, OR:$5,253/mo
Oregon:$5,162/mo
U.S.:$4,954/mo
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Independent living costs in Durham, OR, over time

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

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Durham 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
Durham, OR$3,041/mo$2,994/mo+1.6%
Oregon$3,238/mo$3,067/mo+5.6%
National$3,261/mo$3,166/mo+3.0%
Durham, OR
2024 average cost:$3,041/mo
2023 average cost:$2,994/mo
Percent change:+1.6%
Oregon
2024 average cost:$3,238/mo
2023 average cost:$3,067/mo
Percent change:+5.6%
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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 Durham

Recent reviews for independent living in Durham

Clearwater Springs by Cogir in Vancouver, WA

5.0
My mother really likes being at Clearwater Springs Assisted Living community. She has friends that she dines with and the staff are caring and friendly. However, I do think cleaning of halls could be better.

The Heights at Columbia Knoll in Portland, OR

4.0
I have lived here at The Heights at Columbia Knoll for almost two months, and I am still getting acclimated. Unfortunately my husband passed away shortly after I got settled in, so I have been somewhat keeping to myself and not able to get to know the facility too well, but my overall ...
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Springwood Landing in Vancouver, WA

4.0
I am not totally down with having the mandatory meal times but that's the way it goes. I like the place I like the people.This is a good place for people who can be mostly self-sufficient if they need any more care than that they really need to go to one of the facilities that has more types of ...
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Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Friendly and helpful staff. Many reviews praise the kindness and attentiveness of the staff at various communities, such as at Solista Milwaukie by Cogir, where residents enjoy the 'wonderful' and 'friendly' staff, and at Summerfield Estates Retirement Community, where the staff 'goes above and beyond' to help resident ...
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Varied meal options. Reviews mention the importance of quality food in residents' overall satisfaction with their community. For instance, at The Estates at Town Center, some residents were disappointed with the dining experience, while at King City Senior Village, residents raved about the 'great' food. Communi ...
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Active social community. Reviews for several communities, such as Summerfield Estates Retirement Community, Solista Milwaukie by Cogir, and Somerset Lodge, highlight the importance of social activities in creating a welcoming and engaging environment for residents. Residents at Solista Milwaukie by Cogir enjoy ' ...
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Well-maintained facilities. The cleanliness and upkeep of community facilities are important considerations for residents. At Creekside Village, residents find their 'nice, friendly place to live' with 'updated apartments' and 'beautiful grounds.' Some residents at Solista Milwaukie by Cogir mention the 'old building' ...
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Independence and privacy. Some residents, like those at Creekside Village, appreciate the independence and privacy that comes with living in a senior community. They value the ability to 'have their own place' and 'make their own decisions.' Community staff and residents are described as 'understanding' and 'willing to ...
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Proper care and support. Residents and their families express gratitude for the compassionate care and support provided by community staff. For example, at Solista Milwaukie by Cogir, the staff is 'wonderful' and 'goes above and beyond to meet residents' needs. At Summerfield Estates Retirement Community, the commun ...
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Durham independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Durham independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Durham, 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 Durham 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 Durham partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Durham, ORNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
17.4%
20.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
48.8%
34.4%
No sugar
No sugar
41.9%
30.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
47.7%
33.6%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
9.3%
10.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Durham 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 Durham communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Durham, ORNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
44.2%
36.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
51.2%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
43%
37%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
26.7%
17.2%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Durham 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 Durham offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Durham, ORNational
Activity director
Activity director
60.5%
45.1%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
32.6%
28.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
33.7%
33%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
48.8%
47.5%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
58.1%
48.9%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
62.8%
54%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
54.7%
42.9%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
40.7%
38.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
46.5%
41.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
58.1%
47.1%
Live performances
Live performances
57%
46.8%
Dances
Dances
30.2%
33%
Fitness center
Fitness center
36%
39.5%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
57%
46.4%
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Frequently Asked Questions

King City Senior Village, Summerfield Estates Retirement Community and Canfield Place are the top-rated independent living facilities near Durham, Oregon. See full list of communities.
There are 98 independent living facilities near Durham, Oregon. See the full list.
The best independent living facilities near you in Durham, Oregon are The Lofts by Cogir, Brookdale Oswego Springs Portland and Van Mall. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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