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The cost of independent living in Mechanicsville is about $4,260 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 35 options. Read 515 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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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.
The ParkwoodThe Parkwood is a caring assisted living community for seniors who are looking to make Richmond, VA their home. This community is located in a city that is rich in its history. Richmond offers much to do and see, including the Science Museum of Virginia, the Museum of the Confederacy,...
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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: 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.
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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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Cost of independent living in Mechanicsville, VA

The average cost of senior living in Mechanicsville is $4,260 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Montross, VA with an average of $3,257 per month.

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

Mechanicsville, VA
$4,260/mo
$4,183/mo
$4,193/mo

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

Mechanicsville, VA
$4,260/mo
U.S. national average
$4,153/mo

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

$5,456/mo
Independent Living
$4,260/mo

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

Semi-Private
$5,085/mo
Studio
$6,980/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,204/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,834/mo

Senior living costs in Mechanicsville 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: Mechanicsville, VA
Column state: Virginia
Column national: U.S.
Community typeMechanicsville, VAVirginiaU.S.
Independent Living$4,260/mo$4,621/mo$4,153/mo
Assisted Living$5,236/mo$5,442/mo$4,698/mo
Memory Care$5,456/mo$5,453/mo$4,946/mo
Independent Living
Mechanicsville, VA:$4,260/mo
Virginia:$4,621/mo
U.S.:$4,153/mo
Assisted Living
Mechanicsville, VA:$5,236/mo
Virginia:$5,442/mo
U.S.:$4,698/mo
Memory Care
Mechanicsville, VA:$5,456/mo
Virginia:$5,453/mo
U.S.:$4,946/mo
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Independent living costs in Mechanicsville, VA, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly independent living costs have shifted over the past five years in Mechanicsville 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.

Mechanicsville, VAVA stateNational

Independent living cost trends in Mechanicsville, VA

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Mechanicsville 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.
Column location: Location
Column cost2024: 2024 average cost
Column cost2023: 2023 average cost
Column percentChange: Percent change
Location2024 average cost2023 average costPercent change
Mechanicsville, VA$3,489/mo$3,140/mo+11.1%
Virginia$3,405/mo$3,309/mo+2.9%
National$3,191/mo$3,044/mo+4.8%
Mechanicsville, VA
2024 average cost:$3,489/mo
2023 average cost:$3,140/mo
Percent change:+11.1%
Virginia
2024 average cost:$3,405/mo
2023 average cost:$3,309/mo
Percent change:+2.9%
National
2024 average cost:$3,191/mo
2023 average cost:$3,044/mo
Percent change:+4.8%
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What families are saying about independent living in Mechanicsville

Recent reviews for independent living in Mechanicsville

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

Legacy at Imperial Village in Richmond, VA

4.9
My family doesn't have any problems with the community they like because I like living here . Based on the experience I have had so far, I would recommend the Legacy at Imperial Village community to other families.

Spring Arbor of Salisbury in Midlothian, VA

5.0
I have recommended it to a few!I looked at 6 different places for my dad. When I walked into Spring Arbor, I was greeted by staff who were happy and pleasant. Two staff members met in the hall to have a chat about whether a patient had actually bathed or not, left her info private but respected ...
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Mechanicsville independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Mechanicsville independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Mechanicsville, 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 Mechanicsville 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 Mechanicsville partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Mechanicsville, VANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
17.9%
20.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
21.4%
34.4%
No sugar
No sugar
21.4%
30.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
25%
33.6%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
10.7%
10.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Mechanicsville 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 Mechanicsville communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Mechanicsville, VANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
21.4%
36.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
21.4%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
17.9%
37%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
7.1%
17.2%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Mechanicsville 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 Mechanicsville offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Mechanicsville, VANational
Activity director
Activity director
32.1%
45.1%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
25%
28.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
25%
33%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
42.9%
47.5%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
46.4%
48.9%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
42.9%
54%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
32.1%
42.9%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
32.1%
38.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
35.7%
41.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
39.3%
47.1%
Live performances
Live performances
39.3%
46.8%
Dances
Dances
28.6%
33%
Fitness center
Fitness center
32.1%
39.5%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
35.7%
46.4%
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