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The cost of independent living in Manchester is about $3,728 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 110 options.

Read 2572 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 Richmond, Midlothian and Short Pump.

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I had an opportunity to talk with someone the other day who was touring, and I told her I love it here and would recommend for anybody to come here. She should pack up her things and move right in! My...
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.
The Guardian Place is a senior housing community offering studio apartments and one and two bedroom apartment homes for active seniors in Richmond, Henrico County, Virginia. Richmond is a town rife with American history and tradition. The stunning architecture, museums, and cobblestone streets...
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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: 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
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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.
American Senior Living, LLC. Has established Southerland Place to promote the physical, psychological and spiritual well-being of each resident entrusted to our care. To achieve this endeavor we are continually pursuing the highest quality of personal care, service and a level of excellence which...
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We have been very pleased with everyone. They have been very accommodating to my aunts needs. We are just real pleased. I would recommend The Hermitage. The facility is very clean. The staff is very friendly...
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.
The Hermitage is an assisted living residence in historic Richmond, Virginia. It is conveniently located just off I-64 and is near Joseph Bryan Park. The Science Museum of Virginia is located a couple of miles to the south of The Hermitage. The residence sits on an expansive lawn with lilac...
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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: 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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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.
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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Lakewood Manor is a warm, friendly place that has the comfort and care of the residents first and foremost. Those we have talked with that have been here 17 plus years have nothing but positive comments...
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.
For over 35 years, our residents have enjoyed a wide variety of activities that have enhanced their quality of life. Lakewood Manor is a continuing care retirement community located in the West End of Henrico County. Lakewood is one of four retirement communities that is owned and operated by...
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This is a good community. Housekeeping comes in once a week and they also keep the common areas clean. I do feel they are understaffed at this time, however the staff they do have is very nice and helpful....
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.
Beth Sholom Gardens is an assisted living community in the historic, scenic city of Richmond, Virginia. Our peaceful, picturesque community is located on a large,16 acre wooded campus in the upscale, tree-lined West End neighborhood, providing excellent access to area medical centers, unique...
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, Memory Care, Independent 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.
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.
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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I had a very positive experience at Chestnut Grove. During my visits, I saw residents participating in a variety of activities, including playing games and going on bus trips around the city. They also had...
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.
Chestnut Grove Assisted Living, located in beautiful southwest Virginia, is a residential care facility providing a variety of assisted living services since 1975. With a large facility boasting four different exquisite halls, we exceed all safety standards set by both State and Federal...
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I found [name removed], the director, and his staff to be exceptionally helpful, kind, and professional. It did not take long for me to realize that my cousin was in a facility that offered kind, attentive,...
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: 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, 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.
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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We chose The Atlantic at Twin Hickory Glen because of the price and availability. The apartments here are good size. It is in a very nice area with a lot of convenient things near by such as shopping,...
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.
Here at The Atlantic at Twin Hickory we offer distinctive retirement living in a great location.  Just minutes from Short Pump Mall, you are located in the Heartbeat of Glen Allen.  We have one bedroom with one bath apartments, and also two bedroom with two bath apartments...
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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.
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.
Nestled in a quaint, private setting, Dunlop Farms Senior Apartment Community redefines active independent living for adults 55 and older. Two bedroom cottages are on one level and are clustered in courtyard neighborhoods. Residents enjoy a host of activities from raised gardening to potluck...
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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.
Totty Place is an assisted living community located in the lovely and scenic Petersburg, Virginia. Petersburg sits right along the banks of the James River and the Appomattox River making it one of the most beautiful locations in Virginia. Rafting, boating, hiking, and fishing are just a few 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.
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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.

Cost of independent living in Manchester, VA

The average cost of senior living in Manchester is $3,728 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Tuckahoe, VA with an average of $3,680 per month.

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

Manchester, VA
$3,728/mo
U.S. national average
$3,532/mo

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

$7,180/mo
Independent Living
$3,728/mo

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

Semi-Private
$3,294/mo
Studio
$2,655/mo
1 Bedroom
$3,899/mo
2 Bedroom
$4,205/mo

Senior living costs in Manchester 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: Manchester, VA
Column state: Virginia
Column national: U.S.
Community typeManchester, VAVirginiaU.S.
Independent Living$3,728/mo$4,061/mo$3,532/mo
Assisted Living$6,428/mo$6,442/mo$5,909/mo
Memory Care$7,180/mo$7,523/mo$7,121/mo
Independent Living
Manchester, VA:$3,728/mo
Virginia:$4,061/mo
U.S.:$3,532/mo
Assisted Living
Manchester, VA:$6,428/mo
Virginia:$6,442/mo
U.S.:$5,909/mo
Memory Care
Manchester, VA:$7,180/mo
Virginia:$7,523/mo
U.S.:$7,121/mo
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Independent living costs in Manchester, VA, over time

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

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Manchester 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
Manchester, VA$3,235/mo$3,231/mo+0.1%
Virginia$3,651/mo$3,608/mo+1.2%
National$3,416/mo$3,319/mo+2.9%
Manchester, VA
2024 average cost:$3,235/mo
2023 average cost:$3,231/mo
Percent change:+0.1%
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 Manchester

Recent reviews for independent living in Manchester

Chestnut Grove in Richmond, VA

4.8
Its a really small facility which I love. The staff gives each person individual attention which is what they need. I am overall happy and my aunt is too.

Shalom Gardens and Shalom Parkside in Richmond, VA

4.5
It's a fine place and they lots of activities and I like living there. I would definitely recommend this community to others

Essex House in Tappahannock, VA

5.0
I moved my mother to Essex house in the beginning of October 2016 and have been very pleased with the service provided my mother. They have done everything in their power to make her stay comfortable. Due to the location, it has been easier for family to visit.

Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Friendly and supportive staff. Many reviews praise the kind and caring nature of the staff at various communities. For example, at Aspire at West End, the sales manager and staff went above and beyond to help residents and families during moves and difficult situations. At Discovery Village at the West End, the staff memb ...
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Varied activities and social opportunities. Reviews mention the importance of activities and social opportunities for residents. At The Barclay at Tuckahoe, residents enjoy a wide range of activities and outings, from swimming to crafts to meals with friends. The residents at Legacy at Imperial Village appreciate the daily trips and eve ...
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Cleanliness and maintenance. Residents and families consistently mention the cleanliness and upkeep of the communities. At The Barrington at Hioaks, the new renovation is described as beautiful and inviting, with a focus on cleanliness and maintenance. The apartments at The Crossroads at Bon Air are well-maintained, and ...
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Communication and transparency. Clear and effective communication between residents, families, and staff is important to many reviewers. At The Barclay at Tuckahoe, families appreciate the prompt and transparent communication from management regarding their concerns. At Aspire at West End, the staff make sure to keep famil ...
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Individualized care and attention. Residents and families value the individualized attention they receive from staff. At Chesterfield Heights, the staff are described as compassionate and patient, providing personalized care to each resident. At Village at Heritage Oaks, the community is noted for its focus on accommodating r ...
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Delicious and varied meals. Throughout the reviews, quality food is mentioned as a major factor in residents' overall satisfaction with their community. At Village at Heritage Oaks, the chef accommodates dietary restrictions and individual preferences to ensure residents look forward to mealtimes every day. At The Barcl ...
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Manchester independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Manchester independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Manchester, 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 Manchester 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 Manchester partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Manchester, VANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
36.4%
21.2%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
42.7%
35.8%
No sugar
No sugar
37.3%
32%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
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34.8%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
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Availability of select dining options in Manchester 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 Manchester communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Manchester, VANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
36.4%
37.6%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
45.5%
44.8%
Room service
Room service
35.5%
38.2%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
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17.8%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Manchester 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 Manchester offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Manchester, VANational
Activity director
Activity director
50.9%
46.6%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
37.3%
29.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
38.2%
34.2%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
53.6%
48.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
54.5%
50.1%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
55.5%
54.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
44.5%
44.2%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
41.8%
39.7%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
45.5%
43.1%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
50.9%
48.4%
Live performances
Live performances
51.8%
48.1%
Dances
Dances
42.7%
34.4%
Fitness center
Fitness center
33.6%
40.8%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
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Frequently Asked Questions

Virginian, Village at Heritage Oaks and Commonwealth Senior Living of Bon Air are the top-rated independent living facilities near Manchester, Virginia. See full list of communities.
There are 110 independent living facilities near Manchester, Virginia. See the full list.
The best independent living facilities near you in Manchester, Virginia are Verena at the Glen, Verena at The Reserve and Heritage Green Hanover. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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