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10 Best Independent Living Communities in Marion County, OR

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The cost of independent living in Marion County is about $3,324 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 270 options.

Read 5326 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, Woodburn and Silverton.

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Photo of Redwood Heights by Cogir
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9.7
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51 reviews
9.7
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For anything that needs to be done, replaced or fixed, I have to contact them multiple times before it is done. Do not use the renters insurance they offer, it has terrible ratings. The employees are very...
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.
Welcome to Redwood Heights Retirement and Assisted Living Residence, the premier Retirement and Assisted Living Community in Salem, Oregon. Redwood Heights is located in the heart of Salem, only a short distance away from shopping, restaurants, parks and Salem Hospital, yet it's secluded location...
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9.2
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18 reviews
9.2
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18 reviews
5 star
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I recently visited a friend for the first time and was immediately at ease when I walked in the doors. I was greeted with smiles and kind hello’s. The staff are warm and inviting. My friend is thriving...
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.
Davenport Place is nestled in a quiet residential neighborhood in Silverton, Oregon. Silverton is located at the foot of the majestic Cascade Mountains, on the east side of the Willamette Valley. Silverton is famous for the exquisite Oregon Gardens as well as the nearby Frank Lloyd Wright home,...
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1919 Photos available
2929 Floor plans available
9.1
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138 reviews
9.1
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138 reviews
5 star
65%
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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.
Hidden Lakes provides a fulfilling, independent lifestyle in a welcoming environment. Nestled in the heart of Willamette Valley in Salem, Hidden Lakes is built upon fifteen acres of beautifully landscaped, wooded grounds situated around a five-acre lake. Residents in the mood for adventure are...
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1111 Floor plans available
9.1
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40 reviews
9.1
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The staff is attentive and responsive. The rooms are nice and they are cleaned weekly. There are many activities. I would recommend them to others who are searching for senior living for their loved one.
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.
Looking for an exceptional senior living community?Well, you’ve found it. When you combine an exceptional lifestyle, ready-made friends and outstanding service, the result is what we callRetirement Perfected™Welcome to Bonaventure Retirement, Assisted Living & Memory Care Community Life is...
Photo of Bonaventure of Salem
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1010 Floor plans available
9.0
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41 reviews
9.0
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41 reviews
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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.
Bonaventure of Salem, OR is a luxury senior living community offering personalized independent living, assisted living, and memory care programs. It’s our goal to help each of our guests experience retirement perfected, which is why we’ve carefully built communities to help you feel at home,...
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9.0
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43 reviews
9.0
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My loved one is in the memory care unit, and we have been very pleased with the facility. Their room is a great size, clean, and comfortable. They seem to enjoy the food as well. Overall, we feel very good...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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.
Welcome to Cedar Village Assisted Living Community, the premier Retirement and Assisted Living Community in Salem, Oregon. This community is located in the heart of Salem, close to parks, shopping and Salem Hospital. Our goal at Cedar Village is to exceed each resident's individual needs while...
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Photo of Cascades of Stayton
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9.0
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28 reviews
9.0
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It was very close to where my mom lives so it is easier for her to go see him and help. Mostly for location. I would recommend others. I do think the building needs some TLC, the carpeting in the common...
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.
Welcome to Cascades of Stayton, a senior living community in Stayton, Oregon. We offer independent living and assisted living that helps older adults live well – now and in the future. Through every step of the aging journey, we are here to encourage residents’ independence through a personally...
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Photo of Faye Wright Senior Living
1818 Photos available
55 Floor plans available
8.7
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80 reviews
8.7
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I don't take lightly the ratings I gave you for the 8 categories. I love Faye Wright's Memory Care, but, more importantly my mom, [Name removed] loves being at Faye Wright's. She been there the first part of...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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.
Faye Wright Senior Living offers a community style setting allowing residents the luxury of knowing a trained staff member is always close by, ready and willing to help. At Fay Wright Senior Living it is our belief that life should be enriching. Our policy is to provide great food, life-enriching...
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8.6
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33 reviews
8.6
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33 reviews
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Their food could be less sweet. There is a lot of staff turnover. They did go out of their way to get [Name Removed] entered the second time. They sent a nurse out to enroll him.
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.
Prestige Senior Living Southern Hills (A) Salem, OR Prestige Senior Living Southern Hills offers assisted living services on the outskirts of Salem, the state capital of Oregon. Salem is home to Willamette University as well as popular dining and shopping venues. For residents who want to...
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Photo of Emerald Gardens Assisted Living and Memory Care
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8.5
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33 reviews
8.5
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33 reviews
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All the staff treat you like family, they always speak but most of all they care about the residents there! It's always clean! They have a lot of activities for the residents and some we get to enjoy with...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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.
Nestled on acres of beautifully landscaped grounds in a quiet residential area, Emerald Gardens is one of Woodburn's premiere senior living communities located at the heart of the Willamette Valley. Your Home. We are a community where you have a sense of place and belonging. Our residents have...
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Photo of Silver Creek Senior Living
1818 Photos available
8.5
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24 reviews
8.5
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24 reviews
5 star
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5 - my father, in his diminished capacity, is a handful and I admire the way they are able to redirect him and head off the behavioral issues.
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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.
At Silver Creek Senior Living, residents enjoy an active, engaging lifestyle that promotes wellness and independence. It is our goal to keep our residents linked to resources and opportunities that will fulfill their needs and interests in the Woodburn area. We are located in the Willamette...
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Photo of Solista Salem by Cogir
2525 Photos available
1010 Floor plans available
8.2
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69 reviews
8.2
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69 reviews
5 star
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The people are very sweet and try to be very helpful. The problem is they say yes to everything but follow through doesn't seem to happen, example there's a lockbox on the Support handle outside my door that...
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.
Rustic and charming architecture, brilliant flowers, and lush greenery greet you at Solista Salem by Cogir. This community offers excellent independent living services in a supportive and inclusive environment in Salem, Oregon.Elegant furnishings adorn the naturally lit, atrium lobby, and there...
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Photo of Boone Ridge Retirement
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8.0
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5 reviews
8.0
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Overall great experience. A couple of areas that could use improvement. 1) Their mail service!!! A FEW times, deliveries have been delivered to the Boone Ridge next door and no one says anything from Boone...
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.
Explore What Makes BooneRidge Retirement DifferentImagine being apart of a vibrantretirement community that is bothelegant and comfortable. Pictureyourself living independently in alovely residence, yet surrounded byneighbors who share your interestsand zest for life. Boone RidgeRetirement offers...
Photo of Country Meadows Village
3333 Photos available
1111 Floor plans available
8.0
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35 reviews
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This is reasonably priced and the staff I deal with are accommodating. They have our apts cleaned weekly and keep the common areas clean. We have out of town guest preform some sort of music in the central...
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.
Country Meadows Village Retirement Community is located in the vibrant and beautiful community of Woodburn, Oregon. Our picturesque retirement village is located on beautifully lush and sprawling grounds filled with garden paths and well-maintained and groomed topiaries. Only a short ride away...
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9.8
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16 reviews
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My sister and I visited on several occasions. Each time, [name removed] greeted us with a smile and was always willing to sit down and answer our questions. Also, each time we visited, the residents also...
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.
We are proud to introduce our new senior living community in historic downtown Hillsboro. Our location offers easy access to a wide variety of amenities, parks, museums and more!Managing a packed calendar of enriching activities is a full-time job and our Active Living Program Director is up to...
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Photo of Creekside Village
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9.7
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60 reviews
9.7
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60 reviews
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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.
Creekside Village: Independent Senior Living in BeavertonCreekside Village offers an exceptional independent senior retirement experience for residents aged 55 and older in central Beaverton, Oregon, conveniently located near Portland.Serving the community since 1985, we are dedicated to...
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9.6
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19 reviews
9.6
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Immensely helpful to get [name removed] in the right place where after a year she is literally thriving. Staff is excellent and patient. Facilities are immaculate. She is well fed, clean and dressed...
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.
THE WATERMARK AT THE PEARLAn inclusive community for seniors with river views in the Pearl District.Discover progressive Independent Living, Assisted Living, and Memory Care residences designed with you in mind – with no buy in.AMENITIES & SERVICESEnjoy elevated and elegant senior living in...
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Photo of Deerfield Village
55 Photos available
9.5
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13 reviews
9.5
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13 reviews
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The friendliness gets a 10, that has ben amazing. We have been so pleased with how much the staff cares about my mom. We would absolutely 100% recommend this community to other families based on the...
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.
Deerfield Village is tucked away in a quiet country setting. It is near shopping centers, doctors and dentists, vets, a big community park with the Senior Center, and the city bus just steps away. There is a creek, pond and lots of ducks and birds to watch. Deerfield is a small 40 apartment...
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9.5
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Mom was welcomed into the Markham House family with open arms. From day one Mom and our family were integrated into a family of professional, caring and highly skilled staff. From daily activities of living...
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.
Markham House offers enhanced Assisted Living Services. At Markham House we have set colossal standards for quality and choice in guest services, amenities, and most of all care.Meet new friends and entertain family in the beautifully appointed dining room. All meals are served restaurant-style,...
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Photo of Russellville Park
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9.5
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95 reviews
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95 reviews
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Overall feedback: my dad is a grouch and a lousy father. He's become mostly a shut in at Russellville, but it's kind of built for that type of behavior as they have all the amenities in his room he needs to...
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.
Russellville Park Retirement Community, conveniently and centrally located near the I-5 & I-84 corridor of Portland, has beautifully-appointed independent, assisted living and memory care apartments, it's true. But what really sets us apart from other retirement communities is our absolute...
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Photo of The Estates at Town Center
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9.4
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72 reviews
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72 reviews
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I have a 1 bedroom. The living room is very large so I divided the room into the dining room and living room. The 3 piece Lazy Boy recliner separates the living room and dining room table The recliner faces...
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 Estates at Town Center, located in the heart of the Clackamas Town Center area, is a well-established community for seniors that has been offering both Independent and Assisted Living care in the Happy Valley area for decades.
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9.4
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53 reviews
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53 reviews
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I went like a prince, 3 chef prepared meals, housekeeping and wandering once week, fun activities, and always great service. The caregivers in medical staff are just sensational. If you have your own car and...
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.
Live at Canfield Place Retirement Community and live the balanced life. We are located in the peaceful neighborhood of Highland Hills, close to beautiful Sexton Mountain and Cooper Mountain Nature Park. However, we are a short bus ride to Beaverton, where you can catch The Max or indulge your...
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Closest to mom's price range. Spacious room. Activities. Good food. . I haven't been able to visit the facility yet as I'm in Ohio, but I plan to come out for mom's 93rd birthday in July. She seems very...
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.
A warm, friendly, homelike atmosphere and attention to details are just few of the many reasons residents have chosen the elegant Courtyard Fountains Retirement Community located in the heart of Gresham, Oregon. One of Oregon's premier retirement communities, Courtyard Fountains is known for its...
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55 Floor plans available
9.4
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21 reviews
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My husband and I have been here nearly a year, and we wouldn’t want to live anywhere else. We have made wonderful friends not only with the residents but the employees too. Lots of things to do or you can...
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.
If you are looking for the best independent living Hillsboro offers, you have found it. Designed for active seniors, MorningStar Senior Living of Hillsboro offers the opportunity for a maintenance-free lifestyle that leaves you plenty of time to embrace life on your own terms. Located in the...
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9.3
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21 reviews
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21 reviews
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The rooms are good sized and well designed. The whole place is clean and does not smell of disinfectant. The staff have all been very nice. They do need a little more staffing, but don't we all.
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.
Prestige Senior Living Huntington Terrace (A) Gresham, OR Prestige Senior Living Huntington Terrace offers assisted living in elegant yet homey surroundings in Gresham Oregon. Gresham is located just a short distance from the dining and cultural activities in Portland, it is a quick jaunt to...
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Cost of independent living in Marion County, OR

The average cost of senior living in Marion County is $3,324 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Polk County, OR with an average of $3,051 per month.

Independent living costs in Marion County, OR, vs. nearby counties

Marion County, OR
$3,324/mo

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

Marion County, OR
$3,324/mo
$3,426/mo
U.S. national average
$3,520/mo

Independent living costs in Marion County, OR, vs. other senior living options

$7,352/mo
Independent Living
$3,324/mo

Independent living costs in Marion County, OR, by floor plan type

Studio
$3,315/mo
1 Bedroom
$2,857/mo

Senior living costs in Marion 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: Marion County, OR
Column state: Oregon
Column national: U.S.
Community typeMarion County, OROregonU.S.
Independent Living$3,324/mo$3,426/mo$3,520/mo
Assisted Living$6,052/mo$6,838/mo$5,830/mo
Memory Care$7,352/mo$8,364/mo$6,999/mo
Independent Living
Marion County, OR:$3,324/mo
Oregon:$3,426/mo
U.S.:$3,520/mo
Assisted Living
Marion County, OR:$6,052/mo
Oregon:$6,838/mo
U.S.:$5,830/mo
Memory Care
Marion County, OR:$7,352/mo
Oregon:$8,364/mo
U.S.:$6,999/mo
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Independent living costs in Marion County, OR, over time

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

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Marion 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 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
Column percentChange: Percent change
Location2024 average cost2023 average costPercent change
Marion County, OR$3,405/mo$3,164/mo+7.6%
Oregon$3,513/mo$3,254/mo+8.0%
National$3,416/mo$3,319/mo+2.9%
Marion County, OR
2024 average cost:$3,405/mo
2023 average cost:$3,164/mo
Percent change:+7.6%
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 Marion County

Recent reviews for independent living in Marion County

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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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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Marion County independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Marion County independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Marion 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 Marion 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 Marion County partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Marion County, ORNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
15.2%
21.2%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
46.7%
35.7%
No sugar
No sugar
41.5%
32%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
46.7%
34.8%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
16.7%
11.7%
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Availability of select dining options in Marion 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 Marion County communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Marion County, ORNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
41.9%
37.6%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
52.2%
44.8%
Room service
Room service
48.1%
38.2%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
21.9%
17.8%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Marion 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 Marion County offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Marion County, ORNational
Activity director
Activity director
58.5%
46.5%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
32.6%
29.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
34.8%
34.2%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
52.6%
48.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
58.5%
50.1%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
63.3%
54.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
53.7%
44.2%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
45.6%
39.7%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
46.3%
43%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
57%
48.3%
Live performances
Live performances
57%
48.1%
Dances
Dances
37.8%
34.3%
Fitness center
Fitness center
33.3%
40.7%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
55.9%
47.6%
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