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The cost of independent living in Fairfax Station is about $5,296 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 41 options. Read 1043 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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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...
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.
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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After being on the WLR "wait list" for approximately three years and enjoying all the perks associated with that -- meal vouchers, social events --we received a call in late November 2019 informing us that...
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.
Westminster at Lake Ridge is an assisted living community located in Lake Ridge, VA. Lake Ridge is located in Prince William County and is home to 41,000 people. Lake Ridge is a small city with shops and stores, where residents can enjoy getting out for exercise, going to pay bills, going out to...
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The new community will finally open in February 2023, which will have both Assisted Living and Memory Care. What stuck out to us here was the affordable Memory Care and the up grades (such as roll in...
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.
English Meadows Prince William Campus is an assisted living residence that provides quality carefree living for today's seniors. With a strong commitment to maintaining an enhanced quality of life, English Meadows Prince William Campus is designed with the needs and preferences of the independent...
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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.
Currently under construction, this beautiful community is a blend of one-story cottage apartments and a four-story mid-rise apartment building. Park Place, designed for adults 55+, is expected to open in late summer 2003. Conveniently located near shopping in Manassas Park, Park Place will offer...
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Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, 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.
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.
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.
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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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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Amid a tranquil, wooded setting, Forest Glen Senior Apartment Community offers a relaxing atmosphere for seniors 62+. Located in Centreville, Forest Glen is central to the numerous conveniences and attractions of the region, including Washington Dulles International Airport, Eleanor Lawrence Park...
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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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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
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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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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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.
With its desirable proximity to Prince William Parkway, River Run Senior Apartment Community affords adults 55+ and 62+ convenient, carefree retirement living. River Run is just minutes from the Occoquan River and regional parks, Occoquan Mill House Museum, Chinn Recreation Center and Woodbridge...
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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 Fairfax Station, VA

The average cost of senior living in Fairfax Station is $5,296 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Falls Church, VA with an average of $4,953 per month.

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

Fairfax Station, VA
$5,297/mo

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

Fairfax Station, VA
$5,297/mo
U.S. national average
$4,161/mo

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

$7,453/mo
Independent Living
$5,297/mo

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

Semi-Private
$5,902/mo
Studio
$7,432/mo
1 Bedroom
$7,806/mo
2 Bedroom
$8,624/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$6,966/mo

Senior living costs in Fairfax Station vs. state and national costs

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Column communityType: Community type
Column destination: Fairfax Station, VA
Column state: Virginia
Column national: U.S.
Community typeFairfax Station, VAVirginiaU.S.
Independent Living$5,297/mo$4,625/mo$4,161/mo
Assisted Living$6,600/mo$5,446/mo$4,703/mo
Memory Care$7,453/mo$5,457/mo$4,954/mo
Independent Living
Fairfax Station, VA:$5,297/mo
Virginia:$4,625/mo
U.S.:$4,161/mo
Assisted Living
Fairfax Station, VA:$6,600/mo
Virginia:$5,446/mo
U.S.:$4,703/mo
Memory Care
Fairfax Station, VA:$7,453/mo
Virginia:$5,457/mo
U.S.:$4,954/mo
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Independent living costs in Fairfax Station, VA, over time

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

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Fairfax 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.

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Column location: Location
Column cost2024: 2024 average cost
Column cost2023: 2023 average cost
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Location2024 average cost2023 average costPercent change
Fairfax Station, VA$4,772/mo$3,254/mo+46.6%
Virginia$3,620/mo$3,358/mo+7.8%
National$3,261/mo$3,166/mo+3.0%
Fairfax Station, VA
2024 average cost:$4,772/mo
2023 average cost:$3,254/mo
Percent change:+46.6%
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 Fairfax Station

Recent reviews for independent living in Fairfax Station

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

Welcoming and friendly staff. Multiple reviews mention thefriendly and welcoming nature of the staff at various communities, such as The Fairmont and The Woodlands. Residents and their families express appreciation for the warm greetings and helpful attitudes of the staff members.
Beautiful and scenic outdoor spaces. Reviews highlight the importance of outdoor areas, with The Woodlands being praised for its beautiful grounds and raised gardens that allow residents to enjoy nature. Residents find joy in taking walks and getting their hands dirty while growing flowers and vegetables.
Integration into the community. Communities like The Fairmont ensure their tenants are integrated into the community by encouraging attendance at daily meals and activities. This sense of belonging and connection to others is a significant factor in residents' overall satisfaction with their living experience.
Wide range of activities. Activities cater to various interests and abilities, with communities offering a diverse range of opportunities. Examples include bingo, gardening classes, and social events that help residents stay engaged and active.
Delicious and accommodating meals. Throughout the reviews, high-quality food stands out as a major factor in residents' overall satisfaction with their community. Staff members at various communities, such as The Woodlands and The Fairmont, accommodate dietary restrictions and preferences to ensure residents look forward to every ...
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Professional and efficient maintenance. Reviews consistently mention the cleanliness and well-maintained state of the communities. Staff members are responsive to maintenance requests, ensuring residents live in comfortable and safe environments
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Fairfax Station independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Fairfax Station independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Fairfax 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 Fairfax 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 Fairfax Station partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Fairfax Station, VANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
48.6%
20.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
64.9%
34.4%
No sugar
No sugar
64.9%
30.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
56.8%
33.6%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
43.2%
10.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Fairfax 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 Fairfax Station communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Fairfax Station, VANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
56.8%
36.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
62.2%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
56.8%
37%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
40.5%
17.2%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Fairfax 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 Fairfax Station offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Fairfax Station, VANational
Activity director
Activity director
67.6%
45.1%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
51.4%
28.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
48.6%
33%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
75.7%
47.5%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
70.3%
48.9%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
78.4%
54%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
62.2%
42.9%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
62.2%
38.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
67.6%
41.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
67.6%
47.1%
Live performances
Live performances
70.3%
46.8%
Dances
Dances
51.4%
33%
Fitness center
Fitness center
37.8%
39.5%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
70.3%
46.4%
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