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The cost of independent living in River Road Hills is about $3,728 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 120 options.

Read 2800 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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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.
Essene Inc. is a state licensed home for adults nestled on 14 acres of beautiful rolling hills covered in large oak trees with a 1 mile walking trail. Essene is located in a crime free area with a back to nature ambiance. Offering naturally grown food and pollutant free Artesian well water. We...
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: 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.
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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.
Fillmore Place is inner-city urban home which helps people that may be difficult to place due to diagnosis and financial resources. The facility specializes in the care of individuals with chronic mental health disabilities.  We are able to work with clients who have a diagnosis of...
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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.
Metro-Gardens is an assisted living community located in the picturesque city of Petersburg, VA. The city is surrounded by sprawling wooded areas and provides easy access to major metropolitan areas such as Richmond and Washington D.C. The community itself is surrounded by large shady trees and...
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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.
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Charming place, like home. Rooms furnished nicely with large private baths. The staff and administrator are exceptional. Every time I enter to visit love one, the place is immaculate, smelling fresh and...
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.
Enjoy carefree living to the fullest at Kings Crest, an affordable senior apartment community located in historic Fredericksburg. Situated in a wooded setting, Kings Crest offers one and two-bedroom apartments to adults 55+. Take advantage of free storage, eat-in kitchens, optional lake front...
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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.
The Meadows at Salem Run, an affordable apartment community for seniors 62+, is minutes from downtown Fredericksburg and the historical attractions of the area: George Washington's birthplace, Chatam, Ferry Farm, Fredericksburg Battlefield, James Monroe Museum, Mary Washington College and...
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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.
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.
What kind of healthcare are you looking for -- long-term nursing services? short-term help recuperating from an injury or illness? specialized care for a loved one showing signs of Alzheimer's disease? No matter what your healthcare needs are, our goal is to provide compassionate care in a clean,...
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I would highly recommend this community to others based on my experience. The community is kept neat and clean, and the staff is very nice and helpful. The food looks good, and they have activities...
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.
Hughes Home is located in Fredericksburg, VA, an area that is rich in history and beauty. Those who choose to make this assisted living community their home will find that its location offers much to do and see. Those who are guests of the residents of this community will find that they have much...

Cost of independent living in River Road Hills, VA

The average cost of senior living in River Road Hills is $3,728 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Richmond, VA with an average of $3,728 per month.

Independent living costs in River Road Hills, VA, vs. state and national averages

River Road Hills, VA
$3,728/mo
U.S. national average
$3,532/mo

Independent living costs in River Road Hills, VA, vs. other senior living options

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

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

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

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in River Road Hills 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
River Road Hills, 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%
River Road Hills, 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 River Road Hills

Recent reviews for independent living in River Road Hills

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 caring staff. Many reviews mention the kindness and attentiveness of the staff at various communities, such as at Aspire at West End, where residents and families express appreciation for the helpfulness and friendliness of the staff. The staff at Everleigh Short Pump are also commended for their dedicati ...
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Variety of activities and outings. A common theme in reviews is the wide range of activities and outings offered by communities, including movie nights, museum outings, and gardening classes. Residents at Discovery Village at the West End and Aspire at West End enjoy the social opportunities provided, and Village at Heritage ...
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Clean and well-maintained living spaces. Reviews frequently praise the cleanliness and upkeep of the communities, with residents of Dogwood Terrace by Barclay House and The Crossroads at Bon Air specifically noting the importance of this factor. The maintenance staff at Aspire at West End are also commended for their responsivene ...
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Delicious and accommodating meals. Quality meals and dining experiences are a significant factor in residents' satisfaction with their communities. At The Barrington at Hioaks, the chef accommodates dietary restrictions, while residents of Chesterfield Heights appreciate the top-notch variety and taste of the food. The dining ...
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Secure and safe living environment. Several reviews mention the sense of security and safety at their communities, such as The Harmony Collection at Hanover Independent and Assisted Living, where residents feel assured by the safety measures in place. Another community, Legacy at Imperial Village, addresses concerns about safety ...
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Positive and supportive community atmosphere. Lastly, some reviews highlight the positive and supportive atmosphere at their communities. Residents at Verena at the Glen and Chesterfield Heights express gratitude for the warm and friendly interactions with their neighbors, while The Barrington at Hioaks mentions the sense of community ...
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River Road Hills independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in River Road Hills independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in River Road Hills, 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 River Road Hills 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 River Road Hills partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
River Road Hills, VANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
36.7%
21.2%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
40.8%
35.9%
No sugar
No sugar
34.2%
32.1%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
35.8%
34.9%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
25.8%
11.8%
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Availability of select dining options in River Road Hills 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 River Road Hills communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
River Road Hills, VANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
35.8%
37.6%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
43.3%
44.9%
Room service
Room service
35%
38.2%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
14.2%
17.9%
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Availability of select programs and activities in River Road Hills 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 River Road Hills offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
River Road Hills, VANational
Activity director
Activity director
48.3%
46.7%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
34.2%
29.4%
Community service programs
Community service programs
35%
34.3%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
52.5%
48.4%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
55%
50.2%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
53.3%
55%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
42.5%
44.3%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
40%
39.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
43.3%
43.2%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
48.3%
48.5%
Live performances
Live performances
50.8%
48.1%
Dances
Dances
40.8%
34.6%
Fitness center
Fitness center
31.7%
40.8%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
45.8%
47.8%
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