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The cost of independent living in King County is about $4,245 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 366 options.

Read 5976 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 Bellevue, Kirkland and Issaquah.

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Photo of Edmonds Landing by Cogir
2828 Photos available
8.9
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20 reviews
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My mother recently moved into Edmonds Landing about a month ago. The whole process of touring, discussing options, moving and getting settled in has gone as smooth as it could - and that is in large part due...
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.
Welcome to Edmonds Landing Retirement Community – Where Lifestyle Meets Peace of MindEdmonds Landing is a proud recipient of the Best of Edmonds Senior Living/Assisted Living Award for four consecutive years – a testament to our unwavering commitment to excellence in senior living.Located in the...
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Photo of Sunrise of Edmonds
2525 Photos available
33 Floor plans available
8.9
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22 reviews
8.9
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My mom loves her new Sunrise community. Her apartment is very comfortable, the staff is remarkable, and she engages in almost all the activities. Our family feels incredibly assured that she is in the right...
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.
Sunrise of Edmonds is an assisted living and memory care community located in Edmonds, Washington, in Snohomish County. Edmonds is a pleasant town just 20 minutes from Seattle, and three minutes from Interstate 5, which is perfectly located for day trips to Portland and Vancouver. The Sunrise...
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Photo of Julian Estates
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8.9
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13 reviews
8.9
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What we like the most about Julian Estates is the staff. They are all friendly, helpful and attentive. The cleanliness, the food is good... it's just been a really good experience. Based on the experience we...
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.
At Julian Estates we have an abundance of heart, and we can’t wait to share it with you. Our caring management team is here for you any time, day or night, because we live here too. We participate in activities and pour coffee at mealtime and take time to get to know each of our residents. Plus,...
Photo of Fields Senior Living at Smokey Point
1212 Photos available
44 Floor plans available
8.9
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[name removed] has been great. my dad is moved in and although he is not very social I think he's happy there. They helped with information on a moving company which was a big help. , I would recommend to...
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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Photo of The Lodge at Mallard's Landing
1111 Photos available
44 Floor plans available
8.8
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57 reviews
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I have lived here for 7 weeks and am very happy with The Lodge at Mallard's Landing. The staff is kinda and attentive, the food is delicious and they have many fun activities. Other residents are welcoming...
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.
Come enjoy the good life at The Lodge at Mallard's Landing!Our senior living lifestyle offerings provide you with the level of care you may need to live the life you love. Nestled in the greenery of the Pacific Northwest, our customized on-site services and impressive amenities truly set The...
Photo of Fieldstone Clear Creek
99 Photos available
8.8
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The staff is great with my grandmother, she doesn't like the food but I've tried it and it is very good, and it is very clean. That being said, their communication with me has not been very helpful. If she...
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.
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Photo of Fieldstone Rolling Bay and Fieldstone Memory Care
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The staff are great & responsive when there's an issue. They're great in activities, food & interacting with mom. Weekly cleaning is great, and the tiers of support are working, as life changes..overall its...
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.
Our Approach to Memory CareAt Fieldstone Memory Care, we are committed to enriching the lives of our residents and their families by providing engaging, compassionate care focused on residents with Alzheimer’s and other types of dementia. Our team is made up of exceptional people who are...
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Photo of Peoples Senior Living
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8.6
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48 reviews
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This is a humble and cozy assisted living /retirement community. The care staff are very kind. There is always something to keep the residents engaged and entertained. I pray that whatever this community...
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.
Peoples Retirement Community is a residential environment serving our community and is designed to accommodate active, self sufficient, senior adults, seniors who require modest assistance in order to maintain personal dignity and self reliance as well as a Secured Alzheimer's/Dementia Community....
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Photo of Ashley Pointe Senior Living
66 Photos available
8.6
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26 reviews
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I have nothing negative to say about Ashley Point in Lake Stevens.. they have been communicative a and responsive to our concerns .
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.
At Ashley Pointe it is our belief that life should be enriching. Our policy is to provide great food, life-enriching activities and reliable, courteous service. And of course, an opportunity to make new friends. Ashley Pointe community provides a full range of exceptional senior living and...
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Photo of Brookdale Monroe
88 Photos available
33 Floor plans available
8.5
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32 reviews
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The grounds there are beautiful! There's a pond there with a fountain in the middle, paved walking paths all around, a gazebo, shaded areas to sit by the building. Lots of flowers. They have a gardening...
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.
Building Your Best Senior LifeOur community has been serving the residents of Monroe, Snohomish, Sultan and the Sky Valley as the premier senior retirement community for many years. Offering independent living and assisted living lifestyles, as well as memory care has given us the opportunity to...
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Photo of Harbour Pointe Senior Living
1616 Photos available
8.5
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34 reviews
8.5
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34 reviews
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The staff is wonderful and committed to being helpful, kind and very engaging. The facility is beautiful and feels like a nice hotel which we were going for.
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.
At Harbour Pointe Senior Living & Memory Care, we’re proud to be the small-town, local option. Many of our residents have lived in Mukilteo for all of their lives, and we’re happy to offer senior living options to them right here, in the town they’ve always called home. We have been in...
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Photo of Liberty Place
1515 Photos available
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8.5
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42 reviews
8.5
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42 reviews
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5 on all. The place is amazing and so are the folks that help him. He really loves the food! The price is great and the staff is amazing. I would recommend Liberty Place to anyone looking for a place. I...
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.
At Liberty Place, we provide thoughtful attention while giving residents the daily assistance they need. We are located in a quiet residential neighborhood near Sinclair Inlet in Port Orchard, Washington. We provides luxurious senior living in a small close knit community that is surrounded by...
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Photo of Solstice at Point Defiance
3030 Photos available
55 Floor plans available
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8.4
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Really the only issue I see and heard from many of the tenants when I get there. Is the food. They serve some odd stuff sometimes and most of the time the food comes out cold. Place seems very well clean and...
Provides: Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
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.
Discover the beauty of the Pacific Northwest at Solstice Senior Living at Point Defiance, nestled in cozy and culture-filled Tacoma, Washington, where our residents enjoy easy access to adventure, entertainment and the beautiful outdoors. Our community is situated on 28 acres of lush land,...
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Photo of Avista Sumner
99 Photos available
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My Mom [removed name] is a resident there. Although she is new to Avista, she already feels safe and cared for. The staff are so sweet to her. I live in ID so it is comforting to know she is well taken...
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.
At Avista Sumner, our caring and devoted staff work to make each resident feel like family. We are located in beautiful Sumner, Washington, just a short light rail ride south of Seattle. We are very close to downtown Sumner and about four miles west of Lake Tapps.Sumner is a wonderful place to...
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Photo of Park Vista by Bonaventure
1212 Photos available
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8.3
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51 reviews
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Everything was a 5 except for the activities, She was unable to do activities. The staff was great and the food was wonderful. The rooms nice and the whole atmosphere is light and airy. Residents were sweet...
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.
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 and Assisted Living. Life is good here in our...
Photo of Bridgeport Place
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Yes I would recommend to others , they also have a step down program when you run out of funds to flip over to Medicare. Closer to friends and family
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.
We’re asked to wear a lot of hats in life like loving husband, model employee, and supportive parent, but one of the most challenging roles to fill is caregiver. Caregivers are often forced to walk fine lines, lines like being available to keep an eye on their dad in case he takes another fall,...
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Photo of Brookdale Courtyard Puyallup
77 Photos available
33 Floor plans available
8.1
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51 reviews
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The staff is friendly, nice variety of food is served, many activities for all levels of participation. I would definitely recommend them to others who are searching for senior living for their loved one.
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.
Exceptional Senior Living?Building a great senior life requires a great backdrop. At our vibrant, welcoming community, you’ll find exceptional assisted living care in an environment with maximum home-sweet-home factor. That means fewer worries, more options for interesting things to do, and a...
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Photo of Vineyard Park of Sumner
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5 on all of them Stafford is a great place!! It is safe and feels very homey. We would absolutely recommend this community to other families based on the experience we have had so far.
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.
Stafford Suites is a 72 apartment community located in the quaint town of Sumner.  We offer studio, one and two bedroom apartments on a month to month basis.  All apartments include kitchenette with microwave, refrigerator, and sink; spacious bath with easy-access features, including...
Photo of Edmonds Village
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The food is very good. Chef likes feedback. Housekeeper is thorough. Staff is very accommodating. Since it is new, there have been a few glitches but quickly resolved. Very happy that we chose this place.
Provides: Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
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.
Your Best Days Are Yet to Come at Edmonds Village by Stellar LivingWelcome to Edmonds Village, an independent living senior community where comfort meets connection in the heart of Edmonds, Washington. Nestled in a charming, scenic location, our vibrant 55+ community offers more than just a place...
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Photo of Fairwinds Brighton Court
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I would definitely recommend to others. The staff was friendly, there were plenty of activities for the residents. They made sure my mom felt comfortable and introduced her to the other residents helping her...
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.
Life at Fairwinds — Brighton Court Retirement Community is good. So good, in fact, that you may think you have moved into a resort and not a retirement community. And a super-friendly and super-lively resort at that. At Fairwinds - Brighton Court, the food is always expertly prepared, the staff...
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Photo of Gencare Lifestyle Tacoma at Point Ruston
1212 Photos available
55 Floor plans available
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The onboarding experience was seamless, smooth and comforting. Staff was engaging, smiling and happy at all times. But even more was the large number of tenants who were well dressed and engaged in all kinds...
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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Photo of King's Manor Senior Living Community
99 Photos available
33 Floor plans available
8.0
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The staff clearly really care about the residents that live there. You can just feel the "positive vibe" when you walk thru the front door. Coming from another facility it's easy to tell that Kings Manor is...
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.
Welcome to Kings Manor Senior Living Community, a beautiful non-profit home for assisted living services. We are proud of our distinguished history of providing quality care to seniors in the scenic South Sound area.Our goal at King's Manor is to meet each resident's individual needs while...
Photo of Merrill Gardens at Tacoma
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66 Floor plans available
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Staff is wonderful - warm and friendly. Grounds and housing is kept immaculate. Food is tasty and they offer a large variety of choices.
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.
Our community is designed to meet your individual needs and give you the freedom to be yourself. We offer the best in independent senior living, assisted living and memory care from a family-owned company that knows connection is everything.We are close to shopping, dining, and other services in...
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Honestly all a 5 and as for friendliness it would be a 10. All the staff know the residents and they even recognize me and chat about my family. It is the reason I felt comfortable with having my parents...
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.
Crista Shores, which is a part of the CRISTA Senior Living family is located on the beautiful Kitsap Peninsula. Here you can take in the picturesque beauty of Dyes Inlet, with sealife, bald eagles, and beach views outside of each apartment. Stroll along the five-mile Clear Creek Trail with a...
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After exploring care options my siblings chose Quail Park, both wound up in the dementia area. Both my mother and then my aunt really appreciated the staff, they were great ... as "advertised " My siblings...
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 King County, WA

The average cost of senior living in King County is $4,245 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Pierce County, WA with an average of $4,106 per month.

Independent living costs in King County, WA, vs. nearby counties

King County, WA
$4,245/mo

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

King County, WA
$4,245/mo
U.S. national average
$3,520/mo

Independent living costs in King County, WA, vs. other senior living options

$7,676/mo
Independent Living
$4,245/mo

Independent living costs in King County, WA, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$3,530/mo
Studio
$3,854/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,894/mo

Senior living costs in King County 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: King County, WA
Column state: Washington
Column national: U.S.
Community typeKing County, WAWashingtonU.S.
Independent Living$4,245/mo$4,089/mo$3,520/mo
Assisted Living$6,736/mo$6,480/mo$5,830/mo
Memory Care$7,676/mo$8,229/mo$6,999/mo
Independent Living
King County, WA:$4,245/mo
Washington:$4,089/mo
U.S.:$3,520/mo
Assisted Living
King County, WA:$6,736/mo
Washington:$6,480/mo
U.S.:$5,830/mo
Memory Care
King County, WA:$7,676/mo
Washington:$8,229/mo
U.S.:$6,999/mo
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Independent living costs in King County, WA, over time

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

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in King County 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 average 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
King County, WA$4,421/mo$4,136/mo+6.9%
Washington$3,884/mo$3,765/mo+3.2%
National$3,416/mo$3,319/mo+2.9%
King County, WA
2024 average cost:$4,421/mo
2023 average cost:$4,136/mo
Percent change:+6.9%
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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What families are saying about independent living in King County

Recent reviews for independent living in King County

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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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.

King County independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in King County independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in King County, 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 King County 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 King County partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
King County, WANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
30%
21.2%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
55.3%
35.7%
No sugar
No sugar
49.7%
32%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
56.9%
34.8%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
22.2%
11.6%
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Availability of select dining options in King County 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 King County communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
King County, WANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
52.8%
37.6%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
57.2%
44.8%
Room service
Room service
53.1%
38.2%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
36.3%
17.8%
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Availability of select programs and activities in King County 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 King County offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
King County, WANational
Activity director
Activity director
60%
46.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
39.7%
29.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
45.9%
34.1%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
56.9%
48.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
63.1%
50%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
73.1%
54.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
55.3%
44.2%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
55%
39.7%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
55%
43%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
60.6%
48.3%
Live performances
Live performances
60.3%
48%
Dances
Dances
45.3%
34.2%
Fitness center
Fitness center
47.8%
40.7%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
60.3%
47.6%
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Frequently Asked Questions

Revel Issaquah, Farrington Court and Pacific Regent Bellevue by Cogir are the top-rated independent living facilities near King County, Washington. See full list of communities.
There are 366 independent living facilities near King County, Washington. See the full list.
The best independent living facilities near you in King County, 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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