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10 Best Independent Living Communities in West Arlington, VA

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The cost of independent living in West Arlington is about $4,581 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 504 options.

Read 9007 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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Photo of Saint Mary's Court
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.
Photo of Harvard Towers Senior Ctr
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: 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.
FREE RENT! Move in during the month of December to receive the remainder of December and January FREE! Please contact our office for more details. Apartments Available Now! Waverly House is a newly renovated senior community, located in the heart of downtown Bethesda, Maryland. We are located...
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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.
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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11 Floor plan available
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.
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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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 Army Distaff Foundation owns and operates the Knollwood, an independent living community in Washington, D.C., in the County of Washington. Located on 16 green acres overlooking Rock Creek Park, the Knollwood provides secure, affordable studios, one-bedroom and two-bedroom apartments to...
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Photo of Johnson Towers
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 Maplewood Park Place
Provides: Assisted Living, 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.
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.
Photo of Ladrey Hi-Rise
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 chose Morris Glen because they had availability and I really liked the area that it was in. I do think the apartments could be a bigger for the money I am paying, they are small but have good closet space....
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.
Morris Glen is an affordable Senior Retirement Community for those who are 62 years of age or older,and of low-to-moderate income. We offer 60 one-bedroom apartments,available in four (4) sizes; which all utilities are included in the rent, a community building for programs and activities geared...
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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.
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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.
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, 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.
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, 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.
St. Paul Senior Living at Wayne Place is a senior housing community located in the vibrant city of Washington, DC. With a pleasant and comfortable atmosphere, and lots to do in the city, St. Paul Senior Living at Wayne Place is the perfect choice for your new home. Washington is an incredible...
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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.
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.
Photo of William Community Residential
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 West Arlington, VA

The average cost of senior living in West Arlington is $4,581 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Falls Church, VA with an average of $4,581 per month.

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

West Arlington, VA
$4,581/mo
U.S. national average
$3,520/mo

Independent living costs in West Arlington, VA, vs. other senior living options

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

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

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

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in West Arlington 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
West Arlington, 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%
West Arlington, 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 West Arlington

Recent reviews for independent living in West Arlington

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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Park View at Fullerton in Baltimore, MD

5.0
It's been a 5 for the most part.The staff is very friendly. My friend is social, he's meeting new people and getting to know them. One suggestion is if they could install ceiling fans that would be nice.

Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Warm and welcoming community atmosphere. Several reviews from The Jefferson, Kings Reserve Sterling, and Paul Spring Community mention the friendly and welcoming environment of the communities, with residents making new friends and feeling at home. Residents also appreciate the kindness and helpfulness of the staff.
Delicious meals and dining experiences. Residents at Kings Reserve Sterling, The Jefferson, and Kings Reserve Sterling praise the quality of the meals and dining experiences in their communities. Many mention the variety and excellent service in the dining halls, and some have even compared the dining experiences to that of a 5- ...
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Helpful and attentive staff. Reviews from Kings Reserve Sterling, The Jefferson, and Kings Reserve Sterling highlight the helpful and attentive nature of the staff in their communities. Residents appreciate the quick response to maintenance requests and the care and concern shown to residents.
Variety of activities and outings. Activities and outings are a popular feature in many of the reviews, with residents from Kings Reserve Sterling, The Jefferson, and Discovery Village Chevy Chase sharing their enjoyment of the diverse range of offerings. From exercise classes, to bingo, to musical performances, there's som ...
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Well-maintained facilities and apartments. Reviews from Kings Reserve Sterling, Seabury at Friendship Terrace, and Kings Reserve Sterling emphasize the cleanliness and upkeep of the facilities and apartments in their communities. Residents appreciate the attention to detail and the responsiveness of the maintenance staff.
Convenient location and amenities. Several reviews from The Jefferson, Kings Reserve Sterling, and Kings Reserve Sterling mention the convenience of the communities' locations and amenities. Residents enjoy being close to shopping, restaurants, and medical facilities, and appreciate the on-site services such as transportati ...
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West Arlington independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in West Arlington independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in West Arlington, 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 West Arlington 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 West Arlington partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
West Arlington, VANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
27.3%
21.2%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
39.8%
35.7%
No sugar
No sugar
37.6%
32%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
37%
34.8%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
25%
11.7%
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Availability of select dining options in West Arlington 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 West Arlington communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
West Arlington, VANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
34.5%
37.6%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
38.6%
44.8%
Room service
Room service
36%
38.2%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
21.2%
17.8%
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Availability of select programs and activities in West Arlington 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 West Arlington offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
West Arlington, VANational
Activity director
Activity director
41.6%
46.5%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
31.9%
29.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
32.3%
34.2%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
54.5%
48.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
53.9%
50.1%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
58%
54.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
37.4%
44.2%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
36%
39.7%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
38.6%
43%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
42.8%
48.3%
Live performances
Live performances
43.6%
48.1%
Dances
Dances
29.7%
34.3%
Fitness center
Fitness center
34.9%
40.8%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
42.8%
47.6%
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Frequently Asked Questions

Regency Crest, Acclaim at Belmont Bay and Chevy Chase House are the top-rated independent living facilities near West Arlington, Virginia. See full list of communities.
There are 504 independent living facilities near West Arlington, Virginia. See the full list.
The best independent living facilities near you in West Arlington, Virginia are Acclaim at Belmont Bay, Morningside House of Friendship and Paramount Senior Living at Manassas. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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