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The cost of independent living in Port Townsend is about $4,591 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 416 options. Read 3942 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: 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, 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.
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I do live in these apartments, located at this address listed. It is a SHAG apartment building. I like living here very much. They are nice apartments. However, I disagree with the description that is on...
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.
A selection of one- and two-bedroom apartments with a variety of floor plans, including some fully handicap-accessible apartments. Town home-style flats. Select apartments feature patios, terraces or balconies. Professionally designed kitchens with full-size appliances, including dishwashers,...
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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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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.
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Michelin chef, sauna in every room, 24 hour security and valet services. Splendid views of the Meadows and Forests, with the Sooke mountians to the north. Songbirds sing, as a gentle wind ruffles the drying...
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: 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: 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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Excellent place!! I love it and my mom loves it too. We learned about the Chateau when we went to a function at the Northshore Senior Center with our mom. At first I read the old reviews on this site...
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.
Chateau at Bothell Landing is a senior living community in which it is our primary goal to allow our residents to live life on their own terms. Rather than simply provide care for our residents, we also try to provide the perfect retirement for each and every individual. Building a retirement...
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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.
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Provides: Assisted Living, 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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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.
A great place to call home! At ALC, we honor the commitments we make to our residents and their families. Our goal is to enhance our resident’s quality of life by providing a warm, caring environment that fosters independence, dignity and choice of each resident. Our residents are often seen...
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This is a wonderful place to be. The staff does an excellent job at taking care of my loved one. Since coming to this community my loved one has thrived and that makes me very happy. Some of the staff here...
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.
One of the most difficult times in a family's life is having to find a senior home for their beloved elderly family members. As people age, they require a type of care that isn't necessarily easy to tend to. They require a type of assistance that is there for every hour of the day. With the...
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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.
The Hearthstone is an assisted living community located in the beautiful neighborhood of Green Lake in Seattle, King County, Washington. Our scenic community overlooks lush green city parks and the calm waters of Green Lake, providing a natural oasis in the heart of the city. Seattle is a modern,...
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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.
Welcome to Cedar Pointe Apartments a 55+ apartment community located in beautiful Arlington, Washington. Just minutes from the Freeway, Tulalip Casino, Outlet Mall, and many other convenient shopping locations. Currently offering spacious new 1 and 2 bedroom apartment homes featuring granite...
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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.
The Vintage at Bremerton is a senior housing community in Bremerton, Kitsap County, Washington. Our community is located in the beautiful Pacific Northwest, we are only minutes from parks, shopping, dining, and hospitals. Our residents can enjoy taking a walk around our beautifully landscaped...
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My uncle lives at Canterbury Manor. The employees are great and friendly! If I or my Uncle have questions, they are always willing to take the time to talk with us. [Name removed] and [name removed]...
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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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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In behalf of Lynn Cicelski and her family, We are so grateful and amazed of the care that you provided for Lynn’s 30 day recovering at Bremerton Belmont Terrace facility. Every employee provided the kindest...
Provides: Assisted Living, Nursing Homes
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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.
Nursing Homes: Nursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.
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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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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: 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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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, 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.

Cost of independent living in Port Townsend, WA

The average cost of senior living in Port Townsend is $4,591 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Sequim, WA with an average of $3,406 per month.

Independent living costs in Port Townsend, WA, vs. nearby cities

Port Townsend, WA
$4,591/mo

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

Port Townsend, WA
$4,591/mo
U.S. national average
$4,212/mo

Independent living costs in Port Townsend, WA, vs. other senior living options

$5,520/mo
Independent Living
$4,591/mo

Independent living costs in Port Townsend, WA, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$5,308/mo
Studio
$4,061/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,055/mo
2 Bedroom
$6,469/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$6,351/mo

Senior living costs in Port Townsend 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: Port Townsend, WA
Column state: Washington
Column national: U.S.
Community typePort Townsend, WAWashingtonU.S.
Independent Living$4,591/mo$4,187/mo$4,212/mo
Assisted Living$5,415/mo$5,281/mo$4,753/mo
Memory Care$5,520/mo$5,198/mo$5,015/mo
Independent Living
Port Townsend, WA:$4,591/mo
Washington:$4,187/mo
U.S.:$4,212/mo
Assisted Living
Port Townsend, WA:$5,415/mo
Washington:$5,281/mo
U.S.:$4,753/mo
Memory Care
Port Townsend, WA:$5,520/mo
Washington:$5,198/mo
U.S.:$5,015/mo
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Independent living costs in Port Townsend, WA, over time

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

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Port Townsend 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
Port Townsend, WA$4,069/mo$3,814/mo+6.7%
Washington$3,639/mo$3,442/mo+5.7%
National$3,256/mo$3,167/mo+2.8%
Port Townsend, WA
2024 average cost:$4,069/mo
2023 average cost:$3,814/mo
Percent change:+6.7%
Washington
2024 average cost:$3,639/mo
2023 average cost:$3,442/mo
Percent change:+5.7%
National
2024 average cost:$3,256/mo
2023 average cost:$3,167/mo
Percent change:+2.8%
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What families are saying about independent living in Port Townsend

Recent reviews for independent living in Port Townsend

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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The Vintage at Mount Vernon

5.0
I've had a great experience here so far, I'd recommend this place highly! You get quite a lot for what you pay here, they are "apartment homes" so each unit has a small fully equipped kitchen, and a washer and dryer. The complex also has a gym, billiard room, and a great room for ...
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Windsor Square in Marysville, WA

4.6
I have more than once highly recommended it. As soon as we walked in, we knew it was the right place. And then when we learned the cost, that cemented the deal.

Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Caring and responsive staff. Many reviews highlight the friendly and attentive nature of the staff in various communities, such as at Solista Everett by Cogir, where they are described as 'exceptional, friendly, helpful, and knowledgeable'. Families appreciate the staff's dedication to residents' needs, like at Chandler' ...
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Wide range of activities for residents. Residents enjoy the diverse selection of activities offered at their communities, with reviews mentioning everything from movie nights and exercise programs to scenic drives and educational lectures. For instance, at Cogir of Queen Anne, residents participate in 'fun, healthy and educational a ...
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Thoughtful and accommodating management. Families praise the accommodating nature of community management, like at Cogir of Mill Creek, where the team goes above and beyond to help residents and their families navigate the transition to assisted living. At The Creekside, the staff is 'professional, personable, and full of energy' a ...
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Sense of community and camaraderie. Residents and families often comment on the warm and welcoming atmosphere at their communities, with reviews mentioning the formation of lasting friendships and a sense of camaraderie. For example, at Cogir of Queen Anne, newcomers are quickly made to feel at home and have 'made many friends'
Delicious and varied meal options. Quality food is a major factor in residents' overall satisfaction with their communities. Reviews often highlight the excellent meals and dining experiences, like at MorningStar of Kirkland, where residents 'enjoy the ability to order to their room or go to the dining room' and 'the food is ou ...
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Access to necessary care services. Families appreciate the availability of care services within their communities, allowing residents to receive the necessary assistance while still enjoying the benefits of community living. At Solista Everett by Cogir, staff 'provide excellent care' and 'the care services are great'
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Port Townsend independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Port Townsend independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Port Townsend, 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 Port Townsend 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 Port Townsend partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Port Townsend, WANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
22.3%
20.6%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
44.3%
34.8%
No sugar
No sugar
40.1%
31.2%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
46.4%
33.9%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
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Availability of select dining options in Port Townsend 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 Port Townsend communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Port Townsend, WANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
43.1%
36.9%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
45.5%
43.8%
Room service
Room service
43.7%
37.3%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
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Availability of select programs and activities in Port Townsend 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 Port Townsend offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Port Townsend, WANational
Activity director
Activity director
48.8%
45.6%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
32.8%
28.5%
Community service programs
Community service programs
35.8%
33.4%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
46.7%
47.8%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
51.8%
49.2%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
58.1%
54.3%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
44.9%
43.4%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
41.3%
38.6%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
44.9%
42.2%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
49.4%
47.5%
Live performances
Live performances
48.8%
47.2%
Dances
Dances
33.7%
33.3%
Fitness center
Fitness center
36.7%
39.8%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
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Port Townsend Senior Living by Cogir, Victoria Place and Cogir of Edmonds are the top-rated independent living facilities near Port Townsend, Washington. See full list of communities.
There are 416 independent living facilities near Port Townsend, Washington. See the full list.
The best independent living facilities near you in Port Townsend, Washington are Cogir of Mill Creek, Cogir of Queen Anne and Brookdale Everett. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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