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10 Best Independent Living Communities in Kent Gardens, VA

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The cost of independent living in Kent Gardens is about $4,581 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 113 options.

Read 1573 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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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.
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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.
Photo of Johnson Towers
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.
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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.
Photo of Asbury Dwellings Inc
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: 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.
There’s a quiet confidence that defines today’s discerning retirees — individuals who have spent a lifetime pursuing growth, making thoughtful decisions, and creating a future rich with possibility. Now, the opportunity has arrived to enjoy the rewards of that journey at The Riviera Alexandria, a...
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Provides: Senior Apartments
Care types provided by this community
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, 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.
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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I think it's a great community as far as residents services and planned activities. I want them to continue to upkeep and beautify the environment such as painting, fixing broken or malfunctioning...
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.
Nestled in the heart of downtown Silver Spring, Charter House offers the perfect home for persons 55 years of age and older. Now under new management, Charter House is a vibrant community with unparalleled amenities, plus great new improvements coming soon. Our spacious apartment homes offer a...
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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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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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Cost of independent living in Kent Gardens, VA

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

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

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

Independent living costs in Kent Gardens, VA, vs. other senior living options

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

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

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

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Kent Gardens 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
Column percentChange: Percent change
Location2024 average cost2023 average costPercent change
Kent Gardens, 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%
Kent Gardens, 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 Kent Gardens

Recent reviews for independent living in Kent Gardens

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. Residents and reviewers consistently mention the friendly and welcoming atmosphere at various communities, with staff and residents both contributing to a sense of belonging. For instance, at The Jefferson, one resident noted that 'everyone is very friendly and helpful and inclusive.' At Falc ...
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Excellent and varied dining experiences. Quality food is a major factor in overall resident satisfaction, with several communities offering a range of dining options and accommodating dietary needs. For example, at Kings Reserve Sterling, the dining service is described as 'excellent,' with 'tasty food,' and 'three different places t ...
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Engaging and diverse activity offerings. Amenities and activities are essential for an enjoyable living experience, with communities offering a variety of options to cater to different interests. At Falcons Landing, residents can participate in everything from bridge to backpacking, while Discovery Village Chevy Chase offers a fitn ...
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Professional and helpful staff. Strong staff support is crucial in ensuring a positive living experience. Residents have consistently praised the professionalism and helpfulness of staff members at various communities, such as Kings Reserve Sterling, where 'staff friendliness and going out of their way to be helpful' are not ...
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Beautifully maintained living spaces. Well-maintained living spaces contribute significantly to the overall quality of life, with residents often commenting on the cleanliness and upkeep of both common areas and private apartments. For instance, at Falcons Landing, the community is described as 'gorgeous,' and the living units as ...
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Customized care plans for individual needs. Many seniors have unique care requirements, and personalized attention is essential for a fulfilling living experience. Several communities, like Cogir Alexandria Fillmore, offer specialized care plans tailored to individual needs. For example, at Cogir Alexandria Fillmore, the dining experi ...
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Kent Gardens independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Kent Gardens independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Kent Gardens, 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 Kent Gardens 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 Kent Gardens partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Kent Gardens, VANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
47.8%
21.2%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
56.7%
35.7%
No sugar
No sugar
56.7%
32%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
57.8%
34.8%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
38.9%
11.6%
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Availability of select dining options in Kent Gardens 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 Kent Gardens communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Kent Gardens, VANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
56.7%
37.6%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
57.8%
44.8%
Room service
Room service
53.3%
38.2%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
40%
17.8%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Kent Gardens 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 Kent Gardens offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Kent Gardens, VANational
Activity director
Activity director
62.2%
46.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
48.9%
29.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
44.4%
34.1%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
64.4%
48.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
65.6%
50%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
68.9%
54.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
56.7%
44.2%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
55.6%
39.7%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
57.8%
43%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
60%
48.3%
Live performances
Live performances
62.2%
48%
Dances
Dances
44.4%
34.2%
Fitness center
Fitness center
47.8%
40.7%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
61.1%
47.6%
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Chevy Chase House, The Residence at Colvin Run and Cogir of West End, Alexandria are the top-rated independent living facilities near Kent Gardens, Virginia. See full list of communities.
There are 113 independent living facilities near Kent Gardens, Virginia. See the full list.
The best independent living facilities near you in Kent Gardens, Virginia are Acclaim at Belmont Bay, Paramount Senior Living at Manassas and Sunrise of Montgomery Village. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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