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The cost of independent living in Pulp is about $4,366 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 67 options. Read 1251 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: 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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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
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.
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: 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.
Portera at The Grove is more than a brand new building designed for those who are 55+ and never better. We are a lifestyle, focused on life’s possibilities. We offer one-to three-bedroom apartment homes ranging in size from 785 to 1,490 square feet in a vibrant community with all the amenities of...
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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, 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.
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, 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.
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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.
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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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Cost of independent living in Pulp, OR

The average cost of senior living in Pulp is $4,366 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Sherwood, OR with an average of $4,359 per month.

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

Pulp, OR
$4,366/mo
$4,380/mo

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

Pulp, OR
$4,366/mo
$4,465/mo
U.S. national average
$4,211/mo

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

$5,227/mo
Independent Living
$4,366/mo

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

Studio
$3,226/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,336/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,368/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$4,748/mo

Senior living costs in Pulp 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: Pulp, OR
Column state: Oregon
Column national: U.S.
Community typePulp, OROregonU.S.
Independent Living$4,366/mo$4,465/mo$4,211/mo
Assisted Living$4,544/mo$4,844/mo$4,752/mo
Memory Care$5,227/mo$5,268/mo$5,013/mo
Independent Living
Pulp, OR:$4,366/mo
Oregon:$4,465/mo
U.S.:$4,211/mo
Assisted Living
Pulp, OR:$4,544/mo
Oregon:$4,844/mo
U.S.:$4,752/mo
Memory Care
Pulp, OR:$5,227/mo
Oregon:$5,268/mo
U.S.:$5,013/mo
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Independent living costs in Pulp, OR, over time

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

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Pulp 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
Pulp, OR$3,193/mo$3,090/mo+3.3%
Oregon$3,238/mo$3,067/mo+5.6%
National$3,259/mo$3,168/mo+2.9%
Pulp, OR
2024 average cost:$3,193/mo
2023 average cost:$3,090/mo
Percent change:+3.3%
Oregon
2024 average cost:$3,238/mo
2023 average cost:$3,067/mo
Percent change:+5.6%
National
2024 average cost:$3,259/mo
2023 average cost:$3,168/mo
Percent change:+2.9%
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What families are saying about independent living in Pulp

Recent reviews for independent living in Pulp

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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Hawthorne Gardens Senior Living in Portland, OR

5.0
My Mom due to advancing Dementia moved into Hawthorne Gardens 3 months ago from another outstanding place, (Facility Name Removed). Although the stay at Hawthorne Gardens was brief, the care she got was outstanding. The staff, at the Memory Care Unit, and I know just a few and met only a few, ...
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Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Welcoming and friendly community atmosphere. Reviews consistently mention the warm and inclusive atmosphere at various senior living communities, such as Somerset Lodge, Glenmoore, and Solista Milwaukie by Cogir, where residents enjoy socializing with each other and forming new friendships.
Reasonably priced with good value for money. Several reviews highlight the affordability of communities like Summerfield Estates Retirement Community, Solista Milwaukie by Cogir, and Brookdale Wilsonville, where the cost of living is reasonable and residents feel they are getting a good value for their money.
Engaging and diverse range of activities. Activities are a popular feature among residents at communities like The Estates at Town Center, King City Senior Village, and Solista Milwaukie by Cogir, where there's always something new to try, from movies and poker to walking clubs and outings.
Friendly, attentive, and caring staff. Reviews frequently praise the kindness and dedication of staff members at senior living communities, like Somerset Lodge, Solista Milwaukie by Cogir, and Glenmoore, who go above and beyond to help residents feel comfortable and well-cared for.
Clean and well-maintained facilities. Several reviews mention the cleanliness and upkeep of facilities at communities like Somerset Lodge, Summerfield Estates Retirement Community, and Brookdale Wilsonville, where residents appreciate the attention to detail in maintaining the living spaces and common areas.
Good food options and accommodating dietary needs. Many residents express satisfaction with the food offerings at communities like The Estates at Town Center, King City Senior Village, and Solista Milwaukie by Cogir, where the menus cater to various tastes and dietary restrictions.
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Pulp independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Pulp independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Pulp, 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 Pulp 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 Pulp partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Pulp, ORNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
20%
20.6%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
58.3%
34.8%
No sugar
No sugar
48.3%
31.2%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
53.3%
33.9%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
11.7%
10.8%
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Availability of select dining options in Pulp 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 Pulp communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Pulp, ORNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
58.3%
36.9%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
61.7%
43.8%
Room service
Room service
51.7%
37.3%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
30%
17.3%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Pulp 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 Pulp offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Pulp, ORNational
Activity director
Activity director
71.7%
45.6%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
38.3%
28.5%
Community service programs
Community service programs
40%
33.4%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
56.7%
47.8%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
71.7%
49.2%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
76.7%
54.3%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
66.7%
43.4%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
51.7%
38.6%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
55%
42.2%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
71.7%
47.5%
Live performances
Live performances
70%
47.2%
Dances
Dances
36.7%
33.3%
Fitness center
Fitness center
40%
39.8%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
68.3%
46.8%
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Frequently Asked Questions

McLoughlin Place, The Lodge at Vista View and Brookdale Oswego Springs Portland are the top-rated independent living facilities near Pulp, Oregon. See full list of communities.
There are 67 independent living facilities near Pulp, Oregon. See the full list.
The best independent living facilities near you in Pulp, Oregon are The Lofts by Cogir and Grove Pointe Senior Living. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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