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The cost of independent living in Grotto is about $4,391 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 272 options. Read 3703 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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I have lived here for 2 years and truly like enjoy living here. it is very clean and people stay out of business unless you ask they do monitor and do housing inspection which i believe is a great idea for...
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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.
SHAG' Park Court apartments are one of three buildings in Kent that make up the Tri-Court apartments (in addition to Green River Court and Meeker Court.) These apartments participate in a program designed to maintain affordable rental apartment homes for age and income qualified senior residents....
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This community has been good for my mom so far. It is an independent-living community, with additional care services if residents need it. My mom is able to cook all of her own meals with the full kitchen in...
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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.
Shag's Meeker Court apartments is one of three buildings in Kent that make up the Tri-Court apartments (in addition to Green River Court and Park Court.) These apartments participate in a program designed to maintain affordable rental apartment homes for age and income qualified senior residents....
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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.
Admiral Heights is located in the heart of West Seattle close to services, restaurants, parks and shopping. Our goal at Admiral Heights is to meet each residents needs while maintaining the highest level of choice and independence. Each resident selects a care program that is unique to their...
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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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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.
About The MountThe Mount is a vibrant and innovative living care community in West Seattle for older adults that celebrates life, living, and individual capability. As a resident or patient, you will be treated with dignity and respect and empowered to work hand in hand with us to develop a plan...
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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.
The Parkside Retirement Center is an assisted living community located in beautiful Auburn, Washington. The center is surrounded by immaculately cared for lawns with mature trees. Located twenty minutes from Seattle, and ten minutes from Tacoma, Auburn is an historical town with the...
Provides: Memory Care, Independent Living
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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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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.
Wesley Homes Lea Hill, Auburn's newest retirement community, offers the feeling of small-town living - with neighbors just like you and friendly support staff. Situated on 19 acres, just west of Green River Community College, Wesley Homes Lea Hill provides a variety of living accommodations...
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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.
Epledalen Retirement & Assisted Living is a family owned and operated facility that has been in operation for over 23 years. We have 21 studio and 21 one-bedroom apartments that either Independent or Assisted Living residents call home. Each apartment has a kitchen that includes a...
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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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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Three Auburn Court apartment buildings Access controlled Each building is serviced by an elevator Some apartments are handicap accessible and contain modifications Laundry facilities on each floor Beautifully enclosed courtyard, complete with a cascading fountain. During the warmer months, patio...
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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.
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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...
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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.
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...

Cost of independent living in Grotto, WA

The average cost of senior living in Grotto is $4,391 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Granite Falls, WA with an average of $4,038 per month.

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

Grotto, WA
$4,392/mo
$4,250/mo
$4,397/mo

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

Grotto, WA
$4,392/mo
U.S. national average
$4,159/mo

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

$5,446/mo
Independent Living
$4,392/mo

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

Semi-Private
$5,270/mo
Studio
$4,710/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,607/mo
2 Bedroom
$7,325/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$6,151/mo

Senior living costs in Grotto 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: Grotto, WA
Column state: Washington
Column national: U.S.
Community typeGrotto, WAWashingtonU.S.
Independent Living$4,392/mo$4,148/mo$4,159/mo
Assisted Living$5,380/mo$5,259/mo$4,702/mo
Memory Care$5,446/mo$5,144/mo$4,951/mo
Independent Living
Grotto, WA:$4,392/mo
Washington:$4,148/mo
U.S.:$4,159/mo
Assisted Living
Grotto, WA:$5,380/mo
Washington:$5,259/mo
U.S.:$4,702/mo
Memory Care
Grotto, WA:$5,446/mo
Washington:$5,144/mo
U.S.:$4,951/mo
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Independent living costs in Grotto, WA, over time

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

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Grotto 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
Grotto, WA$4,141/mo$3,859/mo+7.3%
Washington$3,640/mo$3,446/mo+5.6%
National$3,261/mo$3,166/mo+3.0%
Grotto, WA
2024 average cost:$4,141/mo
2023 average cost:$3,859/mo
Percent change:+7.3%
Washington
2024 average cost:$3,640/mo
2023 average cost:$3,446/mo
Percent change:+5.6%
National
2024 average cost:$3,261/mo
2023 average cost:$3,166/mo
Percent change:+3.0%
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What families are saying about independent living in Grotto

Recent reviews for independent living in Grotto

Highlander Apartments in Seattle, WA

4.9
What we really saw that was positive is the staff, from the front end staff, to the director, who is excellent to work with. They have excellent communication. We get emails all the time with any updates. They're close by to medical facilities, so that's been a Godsend. The shuttle service ...
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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.

Sunrise of Edmonds

4.6
I definitely recommend it if someone can afford it. The food is great when they do community events each month but not a lot of choices that my dad likes on regular meals.

Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Friendly and welcoming community staff. Residents and their families praise the kindness and attentiveness of the staff at various communities, such as Madison House and MorningStar of Kirkland, who go above and beyond to make everyone feel welcome. They are known for their warmth and genuine care for residents.
Access to a variety of engaging activities. Communities like Cogir of Queen Anne and Cogir of Kent offer numerous activities tailored to residents' interests, keeping them active and engaged. These activities range from educational lectures to social gatherings and excursions to local attractions.
High-quality and customizable meal plans. Meals are a significant factor in overall satisfaction for many residents, with communities like Cristwood Shoreline and Revel Issaquah offering delicious and customizable meal options that cater to individual dietary needs and preferences.
Lovely and well-maintained living spaces. Residents and their families appreciate the cleanliness and upkeep of the communities, as seen at The Creekside and Solista Everett by Cogir, where the living spaces are not only aesthetically pleasing but also properly maintained.
Commitment to open communication. Frequent and clear communication between staff and families is a top priority at various communities, such as The Gardens at Town Square and Merrill Gardens at Auburn, ensuring that loved ones' needs are met and concerns are addressed in a timely manner.
Accessible and convenient community amenities. Communities like Revel Issaquah and MorningStar of Kirkland provide residents with easy access to a range of amenities, such as fitness centers, libraries, and transportation services, promoting an active and independent lifestyle.
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Grotto independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Grotto independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Grotto, 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 Grotto 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 Grotto 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
30.8%
20.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
54.2%
34.5%
No sugar
No sugar
48.8%
30.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
55.8%
33.6%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
20%
10.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Grotto 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 Grotto communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Grotto, WANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
51.7%
36.6%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
55.4%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
52.1%
37%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
35%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Grotto 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 Grotto offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Grotto, WANational
Activity director
Activity director
58.8%
45.2%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
39.2%
28.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
45.8%
33%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
55.4%
47.5%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
61.7%
49%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
72.5%
54%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
52.1%
43%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
52.5%
38.2%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
54.6%
41.9%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
59.2%
47.2%
Live performances
Live performances
58.3%
46.8%
Dances
Dances
43.3%
33.1%
Fitness center
Fitness center
46.3%
39.5%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
57.9%
46.5%
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