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The cost of independent living in Estes is about $5,321 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 191 options. Read 3573 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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Since it is independent living there are not a lot of activities. They do provide breakfast and supper Monday thru Friday. They also have brunch on Saturday. We have a very nice apartment and my wife likes...
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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.
When visiting Branchlands Manor House, you may find residents sharing news of the day with neighbors, gathering in the elegant dining room for chef-prepared meals, or boarding the chauffeured bus for an outing. Liberated from day-to-day housekeeping, meal preparation, and property upkeep, they...
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I love this community and I think it is perfect. I love most about the community most is the whole atmosphere. They offer a lot of programs so you could stay busy all day if you wanted to. There is such a...
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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 Independence . . . Charlottesville's newest, most spacious apartments for active adults, professionals or retirees over 55. Come Home to an Awesome Lifestyle. Say goodbye to lawn care, painting and repair projects! The Independence offers Charlottesville's newest, largest, best-equipped...
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The director and maintenance people are so very friendly. We have visited two or three times and the facility and personnel only seem better each time, so comfortable. We are planning to make it our home...
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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.
Set in a picturesque setting, Park View at South Pantops is a senior housing community in Charlottesville, Albemarle County, Virginia. We're only a few minutes from Crozet, Gordonsville and the surrounding area, which gives you access to numerous religious organizations, hospitals and various...
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Fabulous facility in the heart of Charlottesville. Beautiful home setting with a wonderful community.
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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.
At Home in CharlottesvilleWhat may strike you first about Martha Jefferson House isn’t really the House at all, but what is around it. The House sits on a private cul-de-sac, lined with old trees, and close to the beautifully landscaped grounds of the University of Virginia. In the heart of...
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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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I'm late in writing this review but I drove by the other day. My mom spent a short fee months here when my dad had a heart attack. It was during covd which was annoying but place is great and very...
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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.
This community, located in Annandale, VA, serves seniors and their families in and around the metropolitan Washington D.C. area. Brightview Woodburn features residential apartments and offers personalized care services for seniors who need help with the activities of daily living.Brightview...
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From application time to move in day experience was great. Lots of good information and follow up when needed. Very helpful with all questions when I had any. Found that residents always have good things to...
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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.
Wingler House is a senior housing community located in Ashburn, Loudoun County, VA. A small city that is situated just 30 miles northwest of the nation's capital, Ashburn is known for its beautiful parks and recreational opportunities. Avid golfers will enjoy the Brambleton Golf Course, which is...
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I chose Coppermine apartments because of the value for the money. The apartment sizes are a nice size, they are not too big and not too small. I was able to fit my king sized bed in the bedroom. The office...
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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.
Coppermine Place II Come home to affordable comfort
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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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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.
A welcoming atmosphere fills the hallways, dining room, and other areas as residents of Culpeper Baptist Retirement Community enjoy numerous programs and offerings that cater to their individual wellness, social, intellectual and spiritual needs.  Residents enjoy living in comfortable...
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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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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: 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.
Marshall Manor provides gracious Assisted Living in the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains. In a beautifully designed setting, our program places its emphasis on hospitality and quality of life, while offering a full range of amenities and services. Our Special Needs Program is for moderate to...
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Wonderful, caring staff. The building is a bit dated, but the staff and administration know what they're doing for my father.
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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 Front Royal is located at the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains.  It is a single level facility with four 'wings' that surround an outside flower-filled courtyard.  Residents are encouraged to enjoy the sunshine and participate in outdoor activities...
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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: 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, 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, 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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We're very happy with how things are going with Dutch Haven! It's a wonderful place with a caring and interactive staff. The facility itself, is inviting and clean, and they take excellent care of all of...
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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.
Dutch Haven Adult Home is an assisted living facility that is located in Maurertown, Virginia, which is within the beautiful boundaries of the Shenandoah Valley and is near Winchester, VA. We are proud to specialize in the care and well-being of our residentÆs that are diagnosed with dementia...
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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.
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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.
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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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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.

Cost of independent living in Estes, VA

The average cost of senior living in Estes is $5,321 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Shenandoah, VA with an average of $4,122 per month.

Independent living costs in Estes, VA, vs. nearby cities

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

Estes, VA
$5,321/mo
U.S. national average
$4,162/mo

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

$6,346/mo
Independent Living
$5,321/mo

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

Semi-Private
$5,503/mo
Studio
$6,773/mo
1 Bedroom
$7,119/mo
2 Bedroom
$7,653/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$7,646/mo

Senior living costs in Estes 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: Estes, VA
Column state: Virginia
Column national: U.S.
Community typeEstes, VAVirginiaU.S.
Independent Living$5,321/mo$4,625/mo$4,162/mo
Assisted Living$6,140/mo$5,446/mo$4,705/mo
Memory Care$6,346/mo$5,458/mo$4,955/mo
Independent Living
Estes, VA:$5,321/mo
Virginia:$4,625/mo
U.S.:$4,162/mo
Assisted Living
Estes, VA:$6,140/mo
Virginia:$5,446/mo
U.S.:$4,705/mo
Memory Care
Estes, VA:$6,346/mo
Virginia:$5,458/mo
U.S.:$4,955/mo
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Independent living costs in Estes, VA, over time

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

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Estes 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.
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Column cost2023: 2023 average cost
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Location2024 average cost2023 average costPercent change
Estes, VA$4,118/mo$3,780/mo+8.9%
Virginia$3,620/mo$3,358/mo+7.8%
National$3,261/mo$3,166/mo+3.0%
Estes, VA
2024 average cost:$4,118/mo
2023 average cost:$3,780/mo
Percent change:+8.9%
Virginia
2024 average cost:$3,620/mo
2023 average cost:$3,358/mo
Percent change:+7.8%
National
2024 average cost:$3,261/mo
2023 average cost:$3,166/mo
Percent change:+3.0%
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What families are saying about independent living in Estes

Recent reviews for independent living in Estes

Bellaire at Stone Port in Harrisonburg, VA

4.5
The major factors were the size of the community. It is small enough to not be intimidating. The other huge factor for my brother is that it actually has a decent size group of older guys who eat together, watch sports events together and keep each other company.

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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Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Dedicated and helpful staff. Staff members at various communities are frequently praised for their friendly, attentive, and responsive demeanor. For example, at Capitol Ridge Gracious Retirement Living, the management team goes above and beyond to help residents, such as ensuring a family gathering space for a larger fami ...
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Engaging and diverse activities. Residents enjoy the wide range of activities offered at different communities, from social events like movie nights to outings to museums and parks. At Acclaim at Belmont Bay, activities are scheduled regularly and residents are encouraged to participate, leading to new friendships and a sense ...
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Inviting and comfortable living spaces. Many reviews mention the cleanliness and comfort of the living spaces at their community, from private apartments to common areas like dining rooms and lounges. At Harpers Station Gainesville, a resident enjoys the bright, clean facility and friendly atmosphere, while at The Fairmont by Barcl ...
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Accessible and convenient location. Several communities are praised for their convenient locations, allowing residents to easily access amenities like shopping, medical facilities, and public transportation. At The Ridge at Sterling, the proximity to a hospital is a major selling point for families, while at The Fairmont by Bar ...
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Thoughtful and considerate management. Management teams at various communities are recognized for their attentiveness and sensitivity to residents' needs, whether it's helping with minor household repairs or providing ongoing support for those with health concerns. At Capitol Ridge Gracious Retirement Living, the management team is ...
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High-quality and varied meals and dining experiences. Throughout the reviews, the quality of the food and dining experiences at the different communities are consistently highlighted. At Acclaim at Belmont Bay, the meals are described as restaurant-quality and delicious, while at The Fairmont by Barclay House, the food is commended for its vari ...
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Estes independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Estes independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Estes, 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 Estes 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 Estes partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
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Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
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20.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
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34.4%
No sugar
No sugar
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Vegetarian
Vegetarian
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Pureed meals
Pureed meals
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Availability of select dining options in Estes 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 Estes communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
40.4%
36.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
48%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
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37%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
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Availability of select programs and activities in Estes 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 Estes offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
52.6%
45.1%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
42.1%
28.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
38%
33%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
57.3%
47.5%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
60.2%
48.9%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
65.5%
54%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
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42.9%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
45.6%
38.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
48%
41.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
51.5%
47.1%
Live performances
Live performances
55%
46.8%
Dances
Dances
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33%
Fitness center
Fitness center
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39.5%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
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