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The cost of independent living in Brandy Station is about $5,358 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 220 options. Read 4406 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, Senior Apartments
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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.
Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
In elegant, residential environments, we deliver the finest in senior care, and are recognized internationally for both quality and innovation. Guided by our Principles of Service, Sunrise affords families peace-of-mind by providing today's seniors with a range of personalized assisted living...
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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.
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.
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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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The Kensington is very pricy. We moved mom in anyway for the activities. There was an adjustment period, and some care management changes that needed to be made. However, after one month we are on the right...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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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.
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Upon retirement, we looked at various long-term care facilities within our community. The location and the updated facilities at Falcons Landing are impressive. The food and service are excellent. We were...
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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This is NOT a nursing home. It is an independent living senior residence with mostly 8-A subsidized apartments.
Provides: Nursing Homes, Senior Apartments
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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.
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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My 86 year old mother was at Chesterbrook Residences for 9 month before she died peacefully in her sleep from heart problems. She loved Chesterbrook Residences, her apartment, the people there who became...
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.
Chesterbrook ResidencesChesterfield Residences is an assisted living community located in Falls Church, VA in Fairfax County and home to just over 12,000 people. Falls Church is a busy city close to D.C., with lots of great stores, shopping and activities. Residents will enjoy going out to...
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My father moved into the Hermitage in early Sept 2018. We couldn't be more happy. I was looking for a place for my Dad and after talking to [name removed] I basically stopped my search. She was so lovely and...
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.
Conveniently located in the heart of Northern Virginia, the Hermitage is a premier Continuing Care Retirement Community (CCRC) offering various levels of care and services that promote an independent lifestyle regardless of needs. A not-for-profit community, owned and operated by Virginia United...
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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, 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: 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.
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Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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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.
Royal Haven Assisted Living of Winchester is a single level building on a quiet street in a residential neighborhood.  Residents have access to a large fenced yard with flowering plants and trees.  We are able to promote activity and independence within a safe and secure environment...
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, 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, 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: 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 Brandy Station, VA

The average cost of senior living in Brandy Station is $5,358 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Fredericksburg, VA with an average of $3,809 per month.

Independent living costs in Brandy Station, VA, vs. nearby cities

Brandy Station, VA
$5,358/mo
$5,304/mo
$5,131/mo

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

Brandy Station, VA
$5,358/mo
U.S. national average
$4,176/mo

Independent living costs in Brandy Station, VA, vs. other senior living options

$6,427/mo
Independent Living
$5,358/mo

Independent living costs in Brandy Station, VA, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$5,512/mo
Studio
$6,745/mo
1 Bedroom
$7,188/mo
2 Bedroom
$7,950/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$7,646/mo

Senior living costs in Brandy Station 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: Brandy Station, VA
Column state: Virginia
Column national: U.S.
Community typeBrandy Station, VAVirginiaU.S.
Independent Living$5,358/mo$4,682/mo$4,176/mo
Assisted Living$6,245/mo$5,512/mo$4,718/mo
Memory Care$6,427/mo$5,530/mo$4,972/mo
Independent Living
Brandy Station, VA:$5,358/mo
Virginia:$4,682/mo
U.S.:$4,176/mo
Assisted Living
Brandy Station, VA:$6,245/mo
Virginia:$5,512/mo
U.S.:$4,718/mo
Memory Care
Brandy Station, VA:$6,427/mo
Virginia:$5,530/mo
U.S.:$4,972/mo
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Independent living costs in Brandy Station, VA, over time

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

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Brandy Station 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
Brandy Station, VA$4,149/mo$3,893/mo+6.6%
Virginia$3,625/mo$3,360/mo+7.9%
National$3,257/mo$3,166/mo+2.9%
Brandy Station, VA
2024 average cost:$4,149/mo
2023 average cost:$3,893/mo
Percent change:+6.6%
Virginia
2024 average cost:$3,625/mo
2023 average cost:$3,360/mo
Percent change:+7.9%
National
2024 average cost:$3,257/mo
2023 average cost:$3,166/mo
Percent change:+2.9%
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What families are saying about independent living in Brandy Station

Recent reviews for independent living in Brandy Station

Lavender Hills Prince William Campus in Manassas, VA

5.0
The community really helped my loved one improve his mobility and he was himself again. The community was clean and neat and the staff was very friendly. I would recommend this community to others.

Victoria Park in Woodbridge, VA

3.8
Management Staff is very professional and patient...much experience in senior needs and challenges. Maintenance request and response have been on point. Although, desire that the maintenance department be more focused in repairs so as to avoid repetition of the same job. Desire that parking be ...
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Morris Glen in Alexandria, VA

5.0
I have lived at Morris Glen for 13 years and love it here. The property manager is very helpful. Location is great. Love my apt. Grounds are kept nice. Friendly neighbors. Lot's of activities. Just the right place for me. Also, affordable rent.

Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Personalized and attentive staff. Several reviews mention the friendly and caring nature of the staff at their community. At Capitol Ridge Gracious Retirement Living, the staff are praised for their helpfulness and friendliness towards residents and their families. They make a point to learn names and create a welcoming atmosp ...
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Wide range of engaging activities. Residents enjoy the variety of activities offered at their communities. At The Colonnades, residents participate in a regular program of lectures and entertainment at the magnificent auditorium. Activities cater to diverse interests, including fitness classes, gardening, and outdoor adventures ...
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Convenient location and easy access to amenities. Many reviews highlight the importance of a convenient location when choosing a senior living community. At Hunters Woods at Trails Edge, the brand new facility offers easy access to shopping, dining, and medical care. Residents appreciate the ability to maintain their independence while still ...
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Delicious and accommodating meals. Quality food stands out as a major factor in residents' overall satisfaction with their community. At Acclaim at Belmont Bay, the chef accommodates dietary restrictions and individual preferences, ensuring that residents look forward to mealtimes every day.
Supportive and inclusive community atmosphere. Reviews emphasize the importance of a welcoming and inclusive community atmosphere. At Hessler Heights, residents and staff form close bonds, with several reviewers mentioning that residents reach out and help each other adjust to their new environment.
Thoughtfully designed living spaces. Residents appreciate well-designed living spaces that cater to their needs. At The Fairmont by Barclay House, the community is described as bright, clean, and beautifully maintained, with apartments that are spacious and offer ample storage.
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Brandy Station independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Brandy Station independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Brandy Station, 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 Brandy Station 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 Brandy Station partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Brandy Station, VANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
41.3%
20.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
48%
34.5%
No sugar
No sugar
46.4%
31%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
45.4%
33.7%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
30.6%
10.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Brandy Station 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 Brandy Station communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Brandy Station, VANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
41.3%
36.6%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
48.5%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
45.4%
37%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
26.5%
17.2%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Brandy Station 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 Brandy Station offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Brandy Station, VANational
Activity director
Activity director
52%
45.2%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
41.8%
28.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
36.7%
33.1%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
58.7%
47.6%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
59.7%
49%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
65.3%
54%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
49%
43%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
44.9%
38.3%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
47.4%
41.9%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
51.5%
47.2%
Live performances
Live performances
55.1%
46.9%
Dances
Dances
39.3%
33.1%
Fitness center
Fitness center
33.2%
39.6%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
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Acclaim at Belmont Bay, Jubilation and Sunrise of Hunter Mill are the top-rated independent living facilities near Brandy Station, Virginia. See full list of communities.
There are 220 independent living facilities near Brandy Station, Virginia. See the full list.
The best independent living facilities near you in Brandy Station, Virginia are Acclaim at Belmont Bay, Potomac Place and Sunrise of Mt Vernon. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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