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The cost of independent living in Arcola is about $4,581 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 413 options.

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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.
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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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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.
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: 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.
There’s a quiet confidence that defines today’s discerning retirees — individuals who have spent a lifetime pursuing growth, making thoughtful decisions, and creating a future rich with possibility. Now, the opportunity has arrived to enjoy the rewards of that journey at The Riviera Alexandria, a...
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I think it's a great community as far as residents services and planned activities. I want them to continue to upkeep and beautify the environment such as painting, fixing broken or malfunctioning...
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.
Nestled in the heart of downtown Silver Spring, Charter House offers the perfect home for persons 55 years of age and older. Now under new management, Charter House is a vibrant community with unparalleled amenities, plus great new improvements coming soon. Our spacious apartment homes offer a...
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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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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: 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.
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.
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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.
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.
Gum Springs Glen, located in the historic Gum Springs area of Fairfax County, offers an exciting concept in affordable retirement living to seniors with moderate incomes. Designed for the active lifestyles of residents, each building features attractively appointed and spacious common areas for...
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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.
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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.
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.
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.
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.
The Oaks Apartments offer senior housing to people 55 and older in scenic Triangle, Prince William County, Virginia. We are located in a quiet and wooded part of Northern Virginia near the Quantico Marine Corps base, offering residents beautiful views of nature from the windows of each apartment....
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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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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.
St. Paul Senior Living at Wayne Place is a senior housing community located in the vibrant city of Washington, DC. With a pleasant and comfortable atmosphere, and lots to do in the city, St. Paul Senior Living at Wayne Place is the perfect choice for your new home. Washington is an incredible...

Cost of independent living in Arcola, VA

The average cost of senior living in Arcola is $4,581 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Stone Ridge, VA with an average of $4,581 per month.

Independent living costs in Arcola, VA, vs. state and national averages

Arcola, VA
$4,581/mo
U.S. national average
$3,520/mo

Independent living costs in Arcola, VA, vs. other senior living options

$8,359/mo
Independent Living
$4,581/mo

Independent living costs in Arcola, VA, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$3,192/mo
Studio
$3,257/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,397/mo
2 Bedroom
$6,390/mo

Senior living costs in Arcola 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: Arcola, VA
Column state: Virginia
Column national: U.S.
Community typeArcola, VAVirginiaU.S.
Independent Living$4,581/mo$4,048/mo$3,520/mo
Assisted Living$7,071/mo$6,344/mo$5,830/mo
Memory Care$8,359/mo$7,372/mo$6,999/mo
Independent Living
Arcola, VA:$4,581/mo
Virginia:$4,048/mo
U.S.:$3,520/mo
Assisted Living
Arcola, VA:$7,071/mo
Virginia:$6,344/mo
U.S.:$5,830/mo
Memory Care
Arcola, VA:$8,359/mo
Virginia:$7,372/mo
U.S.:$6,999/mo
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Independent living costs in Arcola, VA, over time

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

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Arcola 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
Arcola, VA$4,116/mo$4,202/mo-2.0%
Virginia$3,651/mo$3,608/mo+1.2%
National$3,416/mo$3,319/mo+2.9%
Arcola, VA
2024 average cost:$4,116/mo
2023 average cost:$4,202/mo
Percent change:-2.0%
Virginia
2024 average cost:$3,651/mo
2023 average cost:$3,608/mo
Percent change:+1.2%
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 Arcola

Recent reviews for independent living in Arcola

Forest Hills of DC in Washington, DC

4.6
My sister has lived at Forest Hills in the Health Care Center for a while. Before the pandemic, they had wonderful activities as well as great nursing care. In the pandemic they have done an incredible job to keep everyone safe, to figure out ways to have safe activities and/or virtual or safe ...
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Victory Terrace in Potomac, MD

5.0
Victory Terrace Senior Apartments have been a wonderful experience so far for my mom. The staff is friendly and helpful. It is a beautiful community with well-kept landscaping in a breathtaking neighborhood. My mom is an active 84 and this lifestyle suits her well. She still enjoys making her ...
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Ingleside at King Farm, a CCRC in Rockville, MD

4.6
Overall my mothers happy. Communication was tough at the beginning but has gotten better. They set up covid shots for the residence and made that really easy. The community is neat and clean and the staff is very friendly. I would recommend this community to others.

Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Warm and welcoming community environment. Residents and staff at several communities create a friendly and inclusive atmosphere, with frequent mentions of being made to feel 'at home'. For instance, at Hessler Heights, new residents are welcomed by neighbors and staff, while at Kings Reserve Sterling, the community feels 'pristine' ...
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Delicious meals and dining experiences. Meals are a highlight for many residents, with praise for the quality and variety of offerings. At Waltonwood Ashburn, the food is 'plentiful and good', and at Hunters Woods at Trails Edge, residents enjoy'several-course served meals'. Some communities, such as Ashleigh at Lansdowne Community ...
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Engaging activities for residents. Communities offer a range of activities to keep residents active and engaged. At The Wellington at Lake Manassas Community, there are numerous events and activities, while at Hessler Heights, residents enjoy a variety of interests. Some communities, like Arbor Terrace of Herndon, also have ...
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Professional and caring staff. Staff members are often praised for their kindness, friendliness, and dedication to residents. At Harmony at Chantilly, the executive director and head of nursing are 'exceptionally good' and 'caring', while at Waltonwood Ashburn, the nursing staff's warmth and professionalism is noted. Staff ...
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Well-maintained facilities and apartments. Living spaces and common areas are consistently described as clean, updated, and well-maintained. For example, at Arbor Terrace of Herndon, the community is 'lovely and brand new', while at Kings Reserve Sterling, the building is 'well maintained and always clean'. Residents also appreciate ...
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Accessible and convenient health care services. Healthcare services are often mentioned as a key factor in choosing a senior living community. At Hunters Woods at Trails Edge, care is not included but residents can hire their own care workers. At Ashleigh at Lansdowne Community, the community is 'willing to make changes for the better' in ...
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Arcola independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Arcola independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Arcola, 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 Arcola 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 Arcola partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Arcola, VANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
31.7%
21.2%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
43.1%
35.7%
No sugar
No sugar
41.4%
32%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
40.7%
34.8%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
27.8%
11.7%
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Availability of select dining options in Arcola 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 Arcola communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Arcola, VANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
36.8%
37.6%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
41.6%
44.8%
Room service
Room service
39.5%
38.2%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
24%
17.8%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Arcola 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 Arcola offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Arcola, VANational
Activity director
Activity director
45.5%
46.5%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
34.6%
29.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
34.1%
34.2%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
57.1%
48.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
56.7%
50.1%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
61.3%
54.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
40.9%
44.2%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
39.2%
39.7%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
40.7%
43%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
45.8%
48.3%
Live performances
Live performances
47.5%
48.1%
Dances
Dances
32%
34.3%
Fitness center
Fitness center
36.8%
40.7%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
46%
47.6%
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Regency Crest, Acclaim at Belmont Bay and Chevy Chase House are the top-rated independent living facilities near Arcola, Virginia. See full list of communities.
There are 413 independent living facilities near Arcola, Virginia. See the full list.
The best independent living facilities near you in Arcola, Virginia are Acclaim at Belmont Bay, Morningside House of Friendship and Paramount Senior Living at Manassas. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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