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The cost of independent living in Hilltop is about $4,458 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 93 options. Read 1055 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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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Please contact on site Leasing Team to schedule tours and appointments. We do not do tours after 4 pm or weekends. We do occasionally have open houses on Saturdays from 12-3 pm. You can watch our craigslist adds for updates on open houses.We are an affordable housing 55+ community, which...
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Memory care staff very caring and helpful.
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, 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.
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.
Horizon House - Live Creatively Horizon House is a vibrant continuing care retirement community located in the heart of downtown Seattle since 1961. Our beautiful campus is home to almost 600 seniors who thrive in place at every age and stage. For those who are seeking an active lifestyle, we...
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My loved one is a resident at Aegis of Lake Union. Most important is to clearly understand level of staffing. Is there adequate coverage during day and night? It seems like they are not always fully staffed....
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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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.
Intimate boutique community offering 24/7 high-acuity and transitional care with stunning views of Lake Union and the Seattle skyline, just minutes from major medical centers. On-site physical therapy, assisted living, memory care, specialized Parkinson's support, chef-driven dining, and vibrant,...
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Their Director of Nursing has been there for several years I think, and seems committed to providing great care. Although she isn't warm and fuzzy she is efficient, professional, responsive and helpful. The...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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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.
Spiritwood at Pine Lake opened its doors to its first residents in June of 2006.  Since that time, residents have enjoyed a wide variety of amenities that have enhanced the quality of their lives.      As a Christian based provider, Spiritwood at Pine Lake affords...
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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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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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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.
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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, 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: 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.
Welcome to The Park at Belle Harbour, where modern luxury meets urban sophistication. Belle Harbour is the pinnacle of independent and assisted living in the city of Bellevue and its surrounding region, delivering world-class service & care, community craftsmanship, and unprecedented...
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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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staff and residents were very welcoming. very smooth transition with move in process. staff are very friendly and very helpful.
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.
Park Place is a very special retirement and assisted living community located 3 miles east of Boeing Field in Seattle. The doors are scheduled to open the end of April providing 154 luxurious studio and one bedroom apartments for seniors. All the apartments come equipped with microwaves,...
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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.
Columbia Gardens at Rainier Court, a brand new, eco-friendly affordable senior living community in Rainier Valley, Seattle offers everything needed to keep active seniors connected to the diverse and vibrant community that surrounds them! From exciting biking and walking trails to recreational...
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They have a lot of activities that they provide. I like them but I think there's something they can do to have more group activities that go outside of the facility, which means having some sort of van...
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.
Walking distance from banks, drugstores, grocery stores, library, movie theater, and much more! Close to the Light Rail service and on the bus line!
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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.
Cannon House, with 100 assisted living units and 20 senior independent apartments, is located in the heart of Seattle's Central District. This modern, spacious facility was opened in 2002 with the intent to provide first rate and affordable services that would allow all seniors to remain close...
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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.
WELCOME TO PARK SHORE. A lakefront tower in Seattle's picturesque Madison Park neighborhood, Park Shore is an active, welcoming community with panoramic views of Lake Washington. We offer a full range of services to foster independent and healthy living. Unparalleled retirement living. After...
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These apartments are located in Burien. They are independent senior living apartments. They do not serve food or clean your apartment. Amazing owners, lots of activities, safe building, clean, roomy...
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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.
Boulevard park Place! A 55+ Active Seniors community, You'll enjoy Freedom, security, friendship & peace of mind! Our independent apartments are located on ten acres with views of the Cascade Mountains and just minutes to golf, shopping, theatres, medical facilities and easy access to Sea-Tac...
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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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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.
Nikkei Manor Assisted Living offers an inviting community for older adults who want to maintain a lifestyle of active choice. Free from worries about everyday tasks, our residents have the time to enjoy the friendship of a new neighbor, a visit from a grandchild, a gardening project on a sunny...
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I have lived here for about five years. The rent I have entered is nominal. Rent for most residents is based on income. I have rated care services as fair because this is an independent living facility....
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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.
Convenient to retail shopping, public transportation, medical facilities and parks. Indoor community rooms and outdoor courtyards for recreation and relaxation. We have planned activities and events.

Cost of independent living in Hilltop, WA

The average cost of senior living in Hilltop is $4,458 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Renton, WA with an average of $4,333 per month.

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

Hilltop, WA
$4,458/mo
$4,397/mo
$4,455/mo

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

Hilltop, WA
$4,458/mo
U.S. national average
$4,161/mo

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

$5,447/mo
Independent Living
$4,458/mo

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

Semi-Private
$5,264/mo
Studio
$4,968/mo
1 Bedroom
$6,096/mo
2 Bedroom
$8,486/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$5,595/mo

Senior living costs in Hilltop 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: Hilltop, WA
Column state: Washington
Column national: U.S.
Community typeHilltop, WAWashingtonU.S.
Independent Living$4,458/mo$4,146/mo$4,161/mo
Assisted Living$5,345/mo$5,256/mo$4,705/mo
Memory Care$5,447/mo$5,140/mo$4,955/mo
Independent Living
Hilltop, WA:$4,458/mo
Washington:$4,146/mo
U.S.:$4,161/mo
Assisted Living
Hilltop, WA:$5,345/mo
Washington:$5,256/mo
U.S.:$4,705/mo
Memory Care
Hilltop, WA:$5,447/mo
Washington:$5,140/mo
U.S.:$4,955/mo
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Independent living costs in Hilltop, WA, over time

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

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Hilltop 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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Column cost2024: 2024 average cost
Column cost2023: 2023 average cost
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Location2024 average cost2023 average costPercent change
Hilltop, WA$5,018/mo$3,934/mo+27.6%
Washington$3,640/mo$3,446/mo+5.6%
National$3,261/mo$3,166/mo+3.0%
Hilltop, WA
2024 average cost:$5,018/mo
2023 average cost:$3,934/mo
Percent change:+27.6%
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2024 average cost:$3,640/mo
2023 average cost:$3,446/mo
Percent change:+5.6%
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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 Hilltop

Recent reviews for independent living in Hilltop

Brookdale Foundation House in Federal Way, WA

5.0
The staff is very friendly and helpful at Brookdale Foundation House. The dining staff really spoil you. The maintenance staff is prompt about needs and even brings your packages to your apartment from the front desk. The apartments are spacious with lots of storage. Families are notified of ...
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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.

Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Friendly and welcoming community atmosphere. Reviews consistently mention the warm and welcoming nature of the communities' residents and staff. For example, at Pacific Regent Bellevue by Cogir, residents and their families express appreciation for the friendly interactions and the sense of camaraderie. At Solstice at Renton, the staff ...
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Variety of activities for social engagement. Residents enjoy the diverse range of activities offered at the communities. According to reviews for Solstice at Renton, these include singing, games, and social events that help residents stay engaged and active. At Mirabella, classes like drawing and watercolor offer opportunities for arti ...
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Thoughtfully maintained living spaces. Reviews often comment on the cleanliness and upkeep of the communities, such as at Solista Bellevue by Cogir, where residents mention the pristine bathrooms and renovated patio and dining room. At Revel Issaquah, the attention to detail and oversized living spaces are noted.
Flexible dining options. Communities provide a variety of dining experiences that accommodate individual preferences. At Pacific Regent Bellevue by Cogir, residents enjoy meals together in the dining hall, while at Mirabella, beautiful and delicious meals are served in three dining rooms. At Cogir of Kent, customi ...
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Professional and caring staff. Reviews frequently praise the helpful, friendly, and caring nature of the staff at the communities. For instance, at Cogir of Kent, the caregivers and director get to know residents and provide personalized attention. At Solista Bellevue by Cogir, staff go above and beyond to ensure resident ...
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Secure and accessible amenities. Communities provide secure and accessible amenities for residents, including safe parking and convenient access to essential services. At Truewood By Merrill, First Hill, the gated entrance and on-site security give families peace of mind. At Revel Issaquah, the prime location allows for eas ...
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Hilltop independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Hilltop independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Hilltop, 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 Hilltop 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 Hilltop 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
36.6%
20.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
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34.4%
No sugar
No sugar
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Vegetarian
Vegetarian
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Pureed meals
Pureed meals
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Availability of select dining options in Hilltop 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 Hilltop communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Hilltop, WANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
59.8%
36.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
59.8%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
56.1%
37%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
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Availability of select programs and activities in Hilltop 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 Hilltop offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Hilltop, WANational
Activity director
Activity director
62.2%
45.1%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
45.1%
28.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
48.8%
33%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
54.9%
47.5%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
61%
48.9%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
69.5%
54%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
57.3%
42.9%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
56.1%
38.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
59.8%
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Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
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47.1%
Live performances
Live performances
61%
46.8%
Dances
Dances
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Fitness center
Fitness center
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Fitness classes
Fitness classes
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Brookdale West Seattle, Revel Issaquah and Cogir of Kent are the top-rated independent living facilities near Hilltop, Washington. See full list of communities.
There are 93 independent living facilities near Hilltop, Washington. See the full list.
The best independent living facilities near you in Hilltop, Washington are Brookdale West Seattle, Cogir of Edmonds and Merrill Gardens at Wright Park. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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