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The cost of independent living in Lee Forest is about $4,636 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 472 options.

Read 8532 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: 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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My friend is doing well here at these senior apartments. They do a very good job with keeping the community and grounds well maintained. The staff is good, they have been very helpful with this whole...
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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.
Bellevieu Manchester Apartments is a senior housing complex located in the vibrant city of Baltimore, Baltimore county, Maryland. If you are looking for a secure and comfortable place to call home then Bellevieu Manchester Apartments is the place for you. Baltimore is an exciting city where...
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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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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.
Assisted Living Perfect for You!?At Aventura At The Park, we offer studios, one-bedrooms and shared common areas in a vibrant Assisted Living community. Our dedicated team is here to provide you with daily assistance so that you maintain your independence while receiving the very best...
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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.
Everyone has unique needs, wants, and expectations for their life. Especially as you age, your needs might be vastly different from what you needed when you were younger and raising a family or focusing on growing your career. Upside is deliberately designed to be a dynamic alternative to...
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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.
Indecco Apartments is a senior housing community located in Baltimore, Baltimore County, MD. Baltimore, which is the nation's largest independent city, is known for its rich history, unique local dialect and diverse population. Baltimore is historically a working-class port town, and was one of...
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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 enjoy living at Oliver Plaza. The staff are nice and answer all my questions. I have a nice view from my apartment. They keep the community clean. I have noticed a lot of activities posted on 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.
Oliver Plaza Senior Apartments is a 55 + senior apartment community in Baltimore, Baltimore County, Maryland, walking distance from grocery stores and other shops. The harbor town of Baltimore showcases thousands of marine creatures at their national aquarium, features Civil War era attractions...
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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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Dad is still trying to adjust to his new living situation, but from what I've heard from him he seems to be enjoying it so far! He says everyone has been very friendly, and they were very easy to work with....
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.
St. Mary's Roland View Towers is an apartment community for seniors (62 and over). We have an active and social group of Residents and the Social Clubs and Tenants' Committees sponsor many activities throughout the year.Our two buildings were constructed in 1963 and 1966 and we have a total of...
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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.
Highlandtown Plaza are senior apartments, located in Baltimore, MD in what many typically refer to as Baltimore County, is the premier place for the 55 and over community member who now wants to relax and enjoy the softer side. With the convenience of a bus line, our community members often enjoy...
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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 senior housing community of Park View at Dundalk, Maryland offers wonderful accommodations at an affordable price. Park View at Dundalk provides housing to low income seniors 55 and older that accepts Section 8 vouchers. Our residents can choose from two different one bedroom floor plans in...
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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.
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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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.
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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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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.
Aequitas Living offers an active 55+ resident a Boutique, Independent, Co-Living option that has style, flexible rental terms and affordability. Privately owned and operated, our three story townhome is centrally located in the waterfront neighborhood of Canton in downtown Baltimore City,...
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My mother really enjoys this Senior Community. Everything looks nice and clean, they do a very good job of keeping the apartments well maintained. The staff is good and very friendly. We had few tiny hiccups...
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.
New in popular Baltimore County, The Meadows of Reisterstown offers an exceptional affordable lifestyle for seniors 62+. In addition to one and two-bedroom apartments, residents may take advantage of on-site banking, an arts and crafts room, a wellness center, media center and many other...
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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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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 Lee Forest, VA

The average cost of senior living in Lee Forest is $4,636 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Arlington, VA with an average of $4,158 per month.

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

Lee Forest, VA
$4,636/mo
U.S. national average
$3,532/mo

Independent living costs in Lee Forest, VA, vs. other senior living options

$8,467/mo
Independent Living
$4,636/mo

Independent living costs in Lee Forest, VA, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$3,241/mo
Studio
$3,209/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,206/mo
2 Bedroom
$6,309/mo

Senior living costs in Lee Forest 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: Lee Forest, VA
Column state: Virginia
Column national: U.S.
Community typeLee Forest, VAVirginiaU.S.
Independent Living$4,636/mo$4,061/mo$3,532/mo
Assisted Living$7,146/mo$6,442/mo$5,909/mo
Memory Care$8,467/mo$7,523/mo$7,121/mo
Independent Living
Lee Forest, VA:$4,636/mo
Virginia:$4,061/mo
U.S.:$3,532/mo
Assisted Living
Lee Forest, VA:$7,146/mo
Virginia:$6,442/mo
U.S.:$5,909/mo
Memory Care
Lee Forest, VA:$8,467/mo
Virginia:$7,523/mo
U.S.:$7,121/mo
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Independent living costs in Lee Forest, VA, over time

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

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Lee Forest 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
Lee Forest, 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%
Lee Forest, 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 Lee Forest

Recent reviews for independent living in Lee Forest

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

Beautifully maintained grounds and gardens. Several reviews mention the joy of taking walks and enjoying the landscaped grounds and gardens at various communities, such as The Jefferson and Hunters Woods at Trails Edge, where residents find peace and relaxation among the flowers and water features.
Welcoming and friendly community atmosphere. Many residents express appreciation for the warm and welcoming community vibe at their senior living facilities, such as Kings Reserve Sterling, The Fairfax, a CCRC, and The Jefferson, where friendly staff and residents create a supportive and inclusive living experience.
High-quality and delicious meals. Reviews from multiple communities, including Kings Reserve Sterling, The Jefferson, and Paul Spring Community, confirm the importance of excellent dining experiences, with residents praising the variety, quality, and taste of the meals served daily.
Access to on-site health care and medical services. Several residents, like those at The Fairfax, a CCRC and Cogir Alexandria Fillmore, emphasize the convenience and peace of mind that comes with having medical services and health care professionals on-site, ensuring timely care and attention when needed.
Engaging and diverse activities. Residents of various communities, such as Kings Reserve Sterling, Hunters Woods at Trails Edge, and The Jefferson, enjoy the wide range of activities offered, from games, crafts, and music to outings and educational events, that keep them engaged and socially active.
Professional and attentive staff. Several community reviews, including those for Kings Reserve Sterling, The Jefferson, and Paul Spring Community, highlight the professionalism and attentiveness of the staff, who go above and beyond to make residents feel welcome, comfortable, and well cared for.
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Lee Forest independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Lee Forest independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Lee Forest, 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 Lee Forest 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 Lee Forest partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Lee Forest, VANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
27.8%
21.2%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
40.7%
35.8%
No sugar
No sugar
38.8%
32.1%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
38.1%
34.9%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
25.6%
11.7%
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Availability of select dining options in Lee Forest 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 Lee Forest communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Lee Forest, VANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
35.2%
37.6%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
39.2%
44.9%
Room service
Room service
37.3%
38.2%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
22.2%
17.8%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Lee Forest 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 Lee Forest offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Lee Forest, VANational
Activity director
Activity director
42.4%
46.6%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
32.4%
29.4%
Community service programs
Community service programs
32.8%
34.3%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
55.3%
48.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
54.7%
50.2%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
58.9%
54.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
39%
44.2%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
37.1%
39.8%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
39.2%
43.1%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
43.4%
48.4%
Live performances
Live performances
44.3%
48.1%
Dances
Dances
30.1%
34.4%
Fitness center
Fitness center
36%
40.8%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
43.4%
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Regency Crest, The Meridian at Chevy Chase and Acclaim at Belmont Bay are the top-rated independent living facilities near Lee Forest, Virginia. See full list of communities.
There are 472 independent living facilities near Lee Forest, Virginia. See the full list.
The best independent living facilities near you in Lee Forest, Virginia are Acclaim at Belmont Bay, Morningside House of Friendship and Jubilation. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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