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The cost of independent living in Kent is about $4,236 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 65 options. Read 1077 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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Provides: Memory Care, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
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......Read more
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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: 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.
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.
The Lodge at Eagle Ridge is a premier retirement and assisted living community committed to providing seniors with a place they can truly call home. The Lodge provides an array of features from unique apartment settings, restaurant style dinning choices, upscale décor, banquet and catering......Read more
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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.
Our Federal Way apartment buildings are located near Sea-Tac Mall, restaurants, hospitals, medical clinics, public transportation, places of worship, beauty salons, theaters, physical fitness center, Target, and Steel Lake Park....Read more
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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.
Our Federal Way apartment buildings are located near Sea-Tac Mall, restaurants, hospitals, medical clinics, public transportation, places of worship, beauty salons, theaters, physical fitness center, Target, and Steel Lake Park....Read more
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My mother has recently moved into this community and she is loving her new apartment. She was lucky enough to get a brand new unit that is very clean and has a lot of great amenities available to her. It is...
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.
We have built this senior community keeping a fun and active lifestyle in mind. Celebration Senior Living is a Senior Housing Assistance Group community. SHAG has been serving the Puget Sound region for 25 years, with a commitment to enhancing and enriching the lives of people though affordable......Read more
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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...
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.
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......Read more
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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.
Rainier Vista Senior Apartments is a beautiful apartment community located in Pacific, Washington between Puyallup and Auburn.  We are an affordable housing community offering spacious apartments to individuals 55 years and older.  We have a variety of activities which include but not......Read more
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.

Cost of independent living in Kent, WA

The average cost of senior living in Kent is $4,236 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Sumner, WA with an average of $3,622 per month.

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Kent, WA vs. nearby cities

Kent, WA
$4,236/mo

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Kent, WA vs. the state and national average

Kent, WA
$4,236/mo
U.S. national average
$4,089/mo

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Kent vs. other types of senior living

$5,322/mo
Independent Living
$4,236/mo

Median monthly costs of Independent Living in Kent, WA by room type

Semi-Private
$4,295/mo
Studio
$3,970/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,487/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,964/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$5,313/mo

Average cost of Independent Living in Kent over time

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What families are saying about independent living in Kent

Recent reviews for independent living in Kent

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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Aegis of Bellevue Overlake

5.0
It's a great choice. They are very alert to individual needs.

Farrington Court in Kent, WA

5.0
My 88 year old mother moved in 6 months ago. It has been the best thing to happen to her and the rest of the family too. She has her own one bedroom apartment with a full kitchen if needed although she eats all her meals down in the dining room with her new friends. There are so many activities ...
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Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Friendly and welcoming staff. Reviews at Solstice Senior Living at Renton, The Lodge at Eagle Ridge, and Cogir of Kent highlight the kindness and helpfulness of the staff members, making residents and families feel at home. They go above and beyond to assist residents and provide a personal touch.
Beautiful and updated facilities. Communities such as Revel Issaquah, The Lakeshore, and Cogir of Kent offer stunning facilities with modern amenities and well-maintained common areas, creating an enjoyable living experience for residents.
Wide range of activities. Reviews at Merrill Gardens at Auburn, Merrill Gardens at Wright Park, and Revel Issaquah.
Delicious and customizable meals. Several residents, like those at Merrill Gardens at Wright Park, Solstice Senior Living at Normandy Park, and Merrill Gardens at Renton Centre, express their satisfaction with the high-quality and individualized meal options available, enhancing their dining experience.
Sense of community and socialization. Communities, including Meridian at Stone Creek, Revel Issaquah, and Merrill Gardens at Auburn, foster a strong sense of community and socialization among residents, encouraging meaningful connections and friendships.
Accessible and accommodating to different needs. Reviews at The Lodge at Eagle Ridge, Revel Issaquah, and Meridian at Stone Creek mention the accommodating nature of the staff and facilities at their community, ensuring that residents' unique needs are met and addressed.
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Kent independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Kent independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Kent, 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 Kent 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 Kent 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
32.2%
20.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
49.2%
34.2%
No sugar
No sugar
42.4%
30.8%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
47.5%
33.4%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
15.3%
9.3%
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Availability of select dining options in Kent 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 Kent communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Kent, WANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
42.4%
36.4%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
49.2%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
47.5%
36.9%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
33.9%
17.3%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Kent 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 Kent offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Kent, WANational
Activity director
Activity director
50.8%
44.8%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
30.5%
28.2%
Community service programs
Community service programs
42.4%
32.7%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
50.8%
47.8%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
57.6%
48.8%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
71.2%
54.1%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
47.5%
42.8%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
50.8%
37.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
45.8%
41.4%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
54.2%
47.1%
Live performances
Live performances
52.5%
46.7%
Dances
Dances
44.1%
32.5%
Fitness center
Fitness center
45.8%
39.5%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
54.2%
46.3%
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Revel Issaquah, Merrill Gardens at Wright Park and Brookdale West Seattle are the top-rated independent living facilities near Kent, Washington. See full list of communities.

There are 65 independent living facilities near Kent, Washington. See the full list.

The best independent living facilities near you in Kent, Washington are Merrill Gardens at Wright Park, Brookdale West Seattle and Pacific Regent Bellevue by Cogir. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.

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