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The cost of independent living in Fairfax is about $3,713 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 10 options. Read 133 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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Photo of Cedar Ridge by Bonaventure
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1111 Floor plans available
9.7
Review score
45 reviews
9.7
Review score
45 reviews
5 star
65%
4 star
24%
3 star
2%
2 star
2%
1 star
7%
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Have not met many people working there but those said that I have have been nice. My brother is getting Good service. Few of the places a little bit expensive but where aren't they?
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent 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.
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.
Looking for an exceptional senior living community?Well, you’ve found it. When you combine an exceptional lifestyle, ready-made friends and outstanding service, the result is what we callRetirement Perfected™Welcome to Bonaventure Retirement, Assisted Living & Memory Care Community Life is...
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5 star
67%
4 star
22%
3 star
11%
2 star
0%
1 star
0%
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Cascade Place has a very nice environment. The residents who live there all get along well. The staff are amazing. Overall, I would say it is a great place. We chose it because we liked a smaller...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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.
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.
Cascade Place is located in a quiet neighborhood in Enumclaw, Washington. We are just two blocks North of Enumclaw Park near the foothills of the Cascade Mountains and our mountain views are stunning. We pride ourselves on caring for our residents wholeheartedly. We offer: On site nursing...
Photo of White River Assisted Living
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6.5
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6 reviews
6.5
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6 reviews
5 star
33%
4 star
50%
3 star
0%
2 star
0%
1 star
17%
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The staff has changed since our loved one has been at Living Court Assisted Living Community, but overall the quality of care is good when I am able to visit and the food that is served is great
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.
White River Assisted Living has 54 studio and one bedroom apartments. Living Court is located adjacent to a skilled nursing facility and approximately one block from the local hospital. It is near the heart of the city with shopping, medical clinics and the senior center nearby.
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6.8
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10 reviews
6.8
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10 reviews
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20%
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0%
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The friendliness of the staff gets a 5+. Mom was at Expressions for about a year, overall the experience was very good but I cannot say enough about the staff that cared for her. They want above and beyond...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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.
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.
Serene Memory Care in Enumclaw, Washington.Set against a stunning mountain backdrop, White River Memory Care offers a secure and peaceful community for older adults experiencing cognitive decline.
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8.2
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8.2
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50 reviews
5 star
38%
4 star
32%
3 star
14%
2 star
4%
1 star
12%
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It is a beautiful facility with a caring and supportive staff. I would recommend them to others who are searching for a place for their loved one.
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent 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.
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.
Looking for an exceptional senior living community?Well, you’ve found it. When you combine an exceptional lifestyle, ready-made friends and outstanding service, the result is what we callRetirement Perfected™Welcome to Bonaventure Retirement, Assisted Living & Memory Care Community Life is...
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Heritage House is wonderful! The care givers are really terrific with our mom. Since placing her in the memory care facility, it has given our family peace of mind, just knowing she cant just walk out...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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.
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.
Heritage House at Mountain View is nestled at the base of majestic Mount Rainier in Buckley, Washington. This facility is easily accessable because it is located on Highway 410 which leads to Mount Rainier National Park and the White Pass Ski Area. Buckley is a quick drive from Tacoma, 30...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent 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.
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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Cost of independent living in Fairfax, WA

The average cost of senior living in Fairfax is $3,713 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Crocker, WA with an average of $3,612 per month.

Independent living costs in Fairfax, WA, vs. nearby cities

Fairfax, WA
$3,713/mo
$4,277/mo
$4,281/mo

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

Fairfax, WA
$3,713/mo
U.S. national average
$4,203/mo

Independent living costs in Fairfax, WA, vs. other senior living options

$5,000/mo
Independent Living
$3,713/mo

Independent living costs in Fairfax, WA, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$5,000/mo
Studio
$4,256/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,998/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,490/mo

Senior living costs in Fairfax 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: Fairfax, WA
Column state: Washington
Column national: U.S.
Community typeFairfax, WAWashingtonU.S.
Independent Living$3,713/mo$4,146/mo$4,203/mo
Assisted Living$4,804/mo$5,256/mo$4,740/mo
Memory Care$5,000/mo$5,141/mo$5,004/mo
Independent Living
Fairfax, WA:$3,713/mo
Washington:$4,146/mo
U.S.:$4,203/mo
Assisted Living
Fairfax, WA:$4,804/mo
Washington:$5,256/mo
U.S.:$4,740/mo
Memory Care
Fairfax, WA:$5,000/mo
Washington:$5,141/mo
U.S.:$5,004/mo
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Independent living costs in Fairfax, WA, over time

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

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Fairfax 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
Fairfax, WA$4,060/mo$4,553/mo-10.8%
Washington$3,312/mo$3,290/mo+0.7%
National$2,978/mo$2,887/mo+3.2%
Fairfax, WA
2024 average cost:$4,060/mo
2023 average cost:$4,553/mo
Percent change:-10.8%
Washington
2024 average cost:$3,312/mo
2023 average cost:$3,290/mo
Percent change:+0.7%
National
2024 average cost:$2,978/mo
2023 average cost:$2,887/mo
Percent change:+3.2%
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What families are saying about independent living in Fairfax

Recent reviews for independent living in Fairfax

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.

Affinity at Puyallup

5.0
I would highly recommend this community for you or your loved one. The staff are excellent. The tour was great and they answered all of my questions and showed me around to everything.

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.

Fairfax independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Fairfax independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Fairfax, 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 Fairfax 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 Fairfax partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Fairfax, WANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
12.5%
20.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
62.5%
34.4%
No sugar
No sugar
50%
30.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
62.5%
33.6%
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Availability of select dining options in Fairfax 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 Fairfax communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Fairfax, WANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
25%
36.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
62.5%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
50%
37%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
37.5%
17.2%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Fairfax 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 Fairfax offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Fairfax, WANational
Activity director
Activity director
62.5%
45.1%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
12.5%
28.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
50%
33%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
62.5%
47.5%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
62.5%
48.9%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
75%
54%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
50%
42.9%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
50%
38.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
62.5%
41.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
62.5%
47.1%
Live performances
Live performances
62.5%
46.8%
Dances
Dances
25%
33%
Fitness center
Fitness center
25%
39.5%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
62.5%
46.4%
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Cedar Ridge by Bonaventure, Cascade Place and White River Assisted Living are the top-rated independent living facilities near Fairfax, Washington. See full list of communities.
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