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10 Best Independent Living Communities in Dranesville, VA

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The cost of independent living in Dranesville is about $4,581 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 506 options.

Read 9053 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 Bethesda, Washington and Arlington.

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It's been excellent.
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.
Bowleys Garden Plaza is an affordable senior housing apartment complex for seniors 55 and older located in a cozy and peaceful neighborhood in Baltimore, Baltimore county, Maryland. Bowleys Garden Plaza is located with easy access to nearby shopping centers, coffee shops, banking, houses of...
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Provides: Assisted Living, Nursing Homes
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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.
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.
What kind of healthcare are you looking for -- long-term nursing services? short-term help recuperating from an injury or illness? specialized care for a loved one showing signs of Alzheimer's disease? No matter what your healthcare needs are, our goal is to provide compassionate care in a clean,...
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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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They are taking good care of my loved one. They are supplying meals four days a week. They have lots of activities for the residents. My loved one was starting to make friends prior COVID.
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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.
Park View at Towson is a warm and affordable senior housing community located in lovely Towson, Baltimore County, Maryland. Located near Dulaney Plaza and Towson Town Center only minutes north of Baltimore, Park View at Towson offers bright one and two bedroom apartments equipped to meet the...
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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.
A Green Certified CommunityA stylish 22 story high rise located in Towson, Maryland, Tabco Towers offers panoramic views of Towson, Loch Raven Village and Delaney Valley. Featuring charming studio and one bedroom apartments for senior renters ages 62 and better, your apartment home will come...
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Cost of independent living in Dranesville, VA

The average cost of senior living in Dranesville is $4,581 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Arlington, VA with an average of $4,148 per month.

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

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

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

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

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

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

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Dranesville 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
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Location2024 average cost2023 average costPercent change
Dranesville, 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%
Dranesville, 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 Dranesville

Recent reviews for independent living in Dranesville

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 atmosphere. Many reviews mention the friendly and inviting nature of the staff and residents in various communities. For instance, at Ashleigh at Lansdowne Community, the staff put on a perfect networking event with joyful residents and excellent food, creating a warm and welcoming environment. At Arbor ...
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Delicious meals and dining experiences. Reviews frequently praise the quality of the food and dining experiences at communities. For example, at Ashleigh at Lansdowne Community, the food at the networking event was excellent, and the dining hall at Arbor Terrace of Herndon offers fantastic cuisine. Residents enjoy their meals and ...
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Professional and helpful staff. Several reviews mention the kindness, friendliness, and helpfulness of the staff at their community. This includes the dedication of the staff at Arbor Terrace of Herndon to ensuring a positive experience for residents and their families, and the professionalism of the caregivers at Harmony a ...
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Having the right level of independence. Residents appreciate the balance of independence and support provided by their community. For example, at Harmony at Chantilly, although care is not included, residents have the freedom to hire their own care workers. At Hunters Woods at Trails Edge, the community is suitable for seniors who ...
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Well-maintained facilities and apartments. Reviews highlight the cleanliness and upkeep of the communities and their facilities. For example, at Hunters Woods at Trails Edge, the brand new facility is praised for its newness and the attention to detail. At Kings Reserve Sterling, residents are pleased with the cleanliness of their ap ...
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Engaging activities and social opportunities. Residents find enjoyment in the wide range of activities and opportunities for socializing at their communities. For instance, at Kings Reserve Sterling, there are numerous events and activities tailored to residents' interests, and at Hessler Heights, the community offers many options that ...
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Dranesville independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Dranesville independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Dranesville, 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 Dranesville 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 Dranesville partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Dranesville, VANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
28.5%
21.2%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
40.7%
35.7%
No sugar
No sugar
38.3%
32%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
37.9%
34.8%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
25.5%
11.7%
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Availability of select dining options in Dranesville 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 Dranesville communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Dranesville, VANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
35%
37.6%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
39.7%
44.8%
Room service
Room service
37%
38.2%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
21.7%
17.8%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Dranesville 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 Dranesville offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Dranesville, VANational
Activity director
Activity director
42.9%
46.5%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
32.6%
29.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
33.4%
34.2%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
54.7%
48.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
54.3%
50.1%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
59.1%
54.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
39.3%
44.2%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
37.4%
39.7%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
39.5%
43%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
44.1%
48.3%
Live performances
Live performances
45.1%
48.1%
Dances
Dances
31%
34.3%
Fitness center
Fitness center
35%
40.7%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
44.1%
47.6%
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