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10 Best Independent Living Communities in Des Moines, WA

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The cost of independent living in Des Moines is about $4,262 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 341 options.

Read 6536 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 Seattle, Bellevue and Gig Harbor.

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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: 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.
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, 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.
Few places are as stunningly beautiful as the Pacific Northwest. Fewer still encompass the gracious lifestyle, peace of mind and opportunities of Panorama. Located in Lacey, Washington on a beautiful 120-acre campus near the picturesque state capital of Olympia, Panorama is an evergreen oasis,...
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This is an especially attractive facility if a person needs Medicaid, or will need Medicaid in the future Great location close to shopping and we found it helpful to be able to go walk down to the lake on...
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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My friend is doing great here! She has made a lot of new friends and seems to be happy. She has mentioned they have events for birthdays and offer food and snacks.
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 Boardwalk Apartments are located three blocks from the downtown core of Olympia. They are one block from the Farmers Market, one block from the Boardwalk at Percival Landing which extends along the waterfront between the Port of Olympia and the southern tip of Budd Inlet, one block from the...
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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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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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It's good. It's an independent living rental and you really have to be independent to live here. The're one story, little 4-plex cottages that are a pretty good size. They have a little yard and a lot of 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.
Located in beautiful West Olympia, Cooper Point Village offers charming Cape Cod style, single story apartment homes, all with attached garages. Residents will enjoy the privacy of home with beautifully landscaped, private patios and spacious interiors, and the close proximity to medical offices,...
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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, 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: 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.

Cost of independent living in Des Moines, WA

The average cost of senior living in Des Moines is $4,262 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Tacoma, WA with an average of $4,106 per month.

Independent living costs in Des Moines, WA, vs. state and national averages

Des Moines, WA
$4,262/mo
U.S. national average
$3,520/mo

Independent living costs in Des Moines, WA, vs. other senior living options

$7,920/mo
Independent Living
$4,262/mo

Independent living costs in Des Moines, WA, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$3,869/mo
Studio
$3,773/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,794/mo
2 Bedroom
$6,670/mo

Senior living costs in Des Moines 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: Des Moines, WA
Column state: Washington
Column national: U.S.
Community typeDes Moines, WAWashingtonU.S.
Independent Living$4,262/mo$4,089/mo$3,520/mo
Assisted Living$6,521/mo$6,480/mo$5,830/mo
Memory Care$7,920/mo$8,229/mo$6,999/mo
Independent Living
Des Moines, WA:$4,262/mo
Washington:$4,089/mo
U.S.:$3,520/mo
Assisted Living
Des Moines, WA:$6,521/mo
Washington:$6,480/mo
U.S.:$5,830/mo
Memory Care
Des Moines, WA:$7,920/mo
Washington:$8,229/mo
U.S.:$6,999/mo
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Independent living costs in Des Moines, WA, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly independent living costs have shifted over the past five years in Des Moines 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 Des Moines, WA

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Des Moines 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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Location2024 average cost2023 average costPercent change
Des Moines, WA$4,247/mo$4,155/mo+2.2%
Washington$3,884/mo$3,765/mo+3.2%
National$3,416/mo$3,319/mo+2.9%
Des Moines, WA
2024 average cost:$4,247/mo
2023 average cost:$4,155/mo
Percent change:+2.2%
Washington
2024 average cost:$3,884/mo
2023 average cost:$3,765/mo
Percent change:+3.2%
National
2024 average cost:$3,416/mo
2023 average cost:$3,319/mo
Percent change:+2.9%
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Discover the many ways to pay for senior living

Planning ahead can better position you to make good choices for your loved one’s care in the future. But if your aging family member needs care now, there are ways to finance the cost of long-term care through a combination of approaches.

What families are saying about independent living in Des Moines

Recent reviews for independent living in Des Moines

Spring Ridge Assisted Living and Memory Care in Tacoma, WA

4.0
We are very happy with Spring Ridge. Our Mom is in the memory care facility and she has settled in well! The facility is very nice, clean and the residents are well taken care of.

Sunset Gardens in Puyallup, WA

4.0
It's going pretty good. The accommodations are pretty good. There isn't any air conditioning, or wi-fi on the third floor. The people are very nice. The people who work here are very professional. We have barbecue cookouts twice a week. They made it easy to move in, I slid right in.

South Pointe Assisted Living in Everett, WA

5.0
My mom was here for several years and really enjoyed the other residents and the staff. It's a really small community, the smallest I've ever seen, and it's all on one level so it was easy for her to get around with her walker. Great for someone looking for a warm, family-like environment.

Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Beautiful lake views and well-maintained grounds. Many reviews mention the breathtaking views of Lake Washington and the well-kept gardens and grounds at The Lakeshore. Residents enjoy the peaceful and scenic environment which contributes to their overall satisfaction.
Friendly and caring staff. Numerous reviews for various communities, including Cogir of Kent, highlight the kindness and attentiveness of staff members. Families and residents express appreciation for the personal relationships formed with caregivers.
Variety of activities to engage residents. At Meridian at Stone Creek, residents comment on the numerous activities offered, such as happy hours, art classes, and games. Activities cater to different interests and help keep seniors active and socially engaged.
Delicious and diverse meal offerings. Reviews consistently mention the high-quality meals served at communities like The Lakeshore and Merrill Gardens at Wright Park. Menus offer a variety of options to cater to individual preferences and dietary needs.
Professionally maintained facilities. Residents at Brookdale Allenmore IL and Merrill Gardens at Wright Park appreciate the cleanliness and upkeep of their communities. Regular maintenance and renovations ensure that facilities remain modern and comfortable for seniors.
Strong sense of community and friendly atmosphere. Throughout reviews, the friendly and welcoming atmosphere at various communities, such as Cogir of Kent and Farrington Court, stands out as a major factor in residents' overall satisfaction. New friendships and connections are formed among seniors.
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Des Moines independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Des Moines independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Des Moines, 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 Des Moines 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 Des Moines partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
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Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
30.5%
21.2%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
55.1%
35.7%
No sugar
No sugar
49%
32%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
56.3%
34.8%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
22.3%
11.7%
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Availability of select dining options in Des Moines 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 Des Moines communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Des Moines, WANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
52.5%
37.6%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
56.9%
44.8%
Room service
Room service
53.4%
38.2%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
36.1%
17.8%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Des Moines 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 Des Moines offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Des Moines, WANational
Activity director
Activity director
59.8%
46.5%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
39.6%
29.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
45.5%
34.2%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
57.2%
48.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
62.8%
50.1%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
72.7%
54.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
55.4%
44.2%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
54.8%
39.7%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
55.1%
43%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
60.7%
48.3%
Live performances
Live performances
60.4%
48.1%
Dances
Dances
45.5%
34.3%
Fitness center
Fitness center
46.3%
40.7%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
59.8%
47.6%
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Cogir of Edmonds, Merrill Gardens at Wright Park and Revel Issaquah are the top-rated independent living facilities near Des Moines, Washington. See full list of communities.
There are 341 independent living facilities near Des Moines, Washington. See the full list.
The best independent living facilities near you in Des Moines, Washington are Merrill Gardens at Wright Park, Farrington Court and Cogir of Kent. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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