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The cost of independent living in Castle Heights is about $3,726 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 39 options. Read 274 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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Photo of The Woodland
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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.
Here at The Woodland, residents gracefully age in place at our community, they find comfort in the seamless continuum of care provided by our on campus skilled nursing facility.
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Photo of Azzie Manor
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.
Photo of The Gardens of Nashville
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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Cost of independent living in Castle Heights, VA

The average cost of senior living in Castle Heights is $3,726 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include McKenney, VA with an average of $2,601 per month.

Independent living costs in Castle Heights, VA, vs. nearby cities

Castle Heights, VA
$3,726/mo
$3,852/mo

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

Castle Heights, VA
$3,726/mo
U.S. national average
$4,161/mo

Independent living costs in Castle Heights, VA, vs. other senior living options

$4,307/mo
Independent Living
$3,726/mo

Independent living costs in Castle Heights, VA, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$4,938/mo
Studio
$6,416/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,192/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,213/mo

Senior living costs in Castle Heights 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: Castle Heights, VA
Column state: Virginia
Column national: U.S.
Community typeCastle Heights, VAVirginiaU.S.
Independent Living$3,726/mo$4,625/mo$4,161/mo
Assisted Living$4,323/mo$5,446/mo$4,705/mo
Memory Care$4,307/mo$5,458/mo$4,955/mo
Independent Living
Castle Heights, VA:$3,726/mo
Virginia:$4,625/mo
U.S.:$4,161/mo
Assisted Living
Castle Heights, VA:$4,323/mo
Virginia:$5,446/mo
U.S.:$4,705/mo
Memory Care
Castle Heights, VA:$4,307/mo
Virginia:$5,458/mo
U.S.:$4,955/mo
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Independent living costs in Castle Heights, VA, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly independent living costs have shifted over the past five years in Castle Heights 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.

Castle Heights, VAVA stateNational

Independent living cost trends in Castle Heights, VA

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Castle Heights 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
Castle Heights, VA$1,499/mo$1,330/mo+12.7%
Virginia$3,018/mo$3,081/mo-2.0%
National$2,814/mo$2,798/mo+0.6%
Castle Heights, VA
2024 average cost:$1,499/mo
2023 average cost:$1,330/mo
Percent change:+12.7%
Virginia
2024 average cost:$3,018/mo
2023 average cost:$3,081/mo
Percent change:-2.0%
National
2024 average cost:$2,814/mo
2023 average cost:$2,798/mo
Percent change:+0.6%
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What families are saying about independent living in Castle Heights

Recent reviews for independent living in Castle Heights

The Lodge at Wake Forest

4.3
From what I do know, he is very happy there. They did want to raise their fees this year, but they worked with him to keep it as minimal of an increase as he could handle based on his Pension and SS income. He does enjoy much of the staff and residents.

The Canterbury House in Roxboro, NC

5.0
We chose Canterbury House because it is very close to our home so it makes it convenient. The staff is really friendly and very helpful. The appearance of the community is just very warm and welcoming. When we visited the community everyone was very welcoming and extremely friendly. We are very ...
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Commonwealth Senior Living at South Boston

4.0
This is a great place! Commonwealth is very clean and the staff is friendly. There are lots of activities that were offered, some of which my father participated in, such as family movie nights that happen once a month, bible studies and different outings. I would recommend Commonwealth!

Castle Heights independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Castle Heights independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Castle Heights, 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 Castle Heights 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 Castle Heights partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Castle Heights, VANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
14.3%
20.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
39.3%
34.4%
No sugar
No sugar
39.3%
30.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
25%
33.6%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
14.3%
10.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Castle Heights 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 Castle Heights communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Castle Heights, VANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
25%
36.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
35.7%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
25%
37%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
10.7%
17.2%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Castle Heights 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 Castle Heights offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Castle Heights, VANational
Activity director
Activity director
35.7%
45.1%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
25%
28.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
21.4%
33%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
46.4%
47.5%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
42.9%
48.9%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
50%
54%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
39.3%
42.9%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
28.6%
38.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
25%
41.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
35.7%
47.1%
Live performances
Live performances
35.7%
46.8%
Dances
Dances
28.6%
33%
Fitness center
Fitness center
7.1%
39.5%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
32.1%
46.4%
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Frequently Asked Questions

Gardens at Wakefield, Cadence at Wake Forest by Cogir and Hickory Hill Retirement Community are the top-rated independent living facilities near Castle Heights, Virginia. See full list of communities.
There are 39 independent living facilities near Castle Heights, Virginia. See the full list.
The best independent living facility near you in Castle Heights, Virginia is Gardens at Wakefield. This independent living community received the highest ranking based on verified family reviews.
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