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The cost of independent living in Poulsbo is about $4,809 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 17 options. Read 126 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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Photo of Brookdale Montclair Poulsbo
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22 Floor plans available
9.2
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We all say 5 for everything. She's only been there since November 1 so not too much in the care area yet. Our joke is that she now has her dream come true - a handyman at her beck and call. Our sister does...
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.
Our residents have traded chores, and the hassle and stress that often comes from living at home for a life filled with interesting things to do and interesting people to do them with. All in a setting that feels just like home sweet home.We provide assisted living and memory care services to...
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9.0
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I highly recommend Liberty Shores! My mother is very happy there and I'm very confident that she is well cared for. I have peace of mind knowing that the friendly staff is excellent and the entire facility...
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 Fieldstone Clear Creek
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9.0
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What we like the most about the community is the friendly residents and the staff. Yes, we would recommend Fieldstone Clear Creek to other families based on the experience 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.
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Photo of Crista Shores
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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...
Photo of Fieldstone Rolling Bay and Fieldstone Memory Care
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This is an excellent facility with great food and caring staff. I stayed for 31 days while my primary caregiver was traveling, and I felt welcomed by both residents and staff. The other residents were...
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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Wyatt House provided me with transitional care for four months following surgery. The staff did a wonderful job coordinating my move from a skilled nursing facility and welcomed me into a comfortable,...
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.
With a full spectrum of services, assistance, and rich decorative touches, this house is definitely a home. Wyatt House strikes a lovely balance by providing the most compassionate care in the most comfortable surroundings. So whether enjoying the company of friends in the dining room, or taking...
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My dad likes his apartment at Winslow Manor, owned and managed by Bainbridge Senior Living. It is conveniently located to downtown Bainbridge Island, so he can walk to shopping, dining, cultural events, the...
Provides: Independent Living, Senior Apartments
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.
Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Winslow Manor, in the heart of Winslow, offers independent senior living in a modern, low-rise apartment complex on Bainbridge Island with year-round views of beautiful Eagle Harbor. Every apartment features two bedrooms, one bathroom, a spacious kitchen and a convenient in-unit laundry room....
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My parents never wanted to leave their own home, but it became increasingly obvious that they weren't able to take care of themselves after my father had a stroke. I toured Madison House and liked what 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.
It's like you just settled into a small and gracious hotel. Comfortable and richly appointed, the Madison Avenue House provides an environment of compassionate care in a most welcoming setting. With light and spacious apartments featuring kitchens and exterior balconies, the Madison Avenue House...
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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.
For those who want their own space and privacy, but easy access to a robust social life and services amenities, this is an ideal option. Our community is designed specifically for the needs of our active resident who want to live an independent lifestyle. Residents will have piece of mind that...
Provides: Senior Apartments
Care types provided by this community
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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My mother was a resident with Bainbridge Senior Living for nearly 10 years, 7 at Madison Avenue and 3 years in the Memory Care unit at Madrona House. The staff are wonderful and caring individuals at both...
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.
The Madrona House is an assisted living community located in the beautiful city of Bainbridge Island, Kitsap County, Washington. Our community offers many cozy comforts of home. Dubbed as one of the Best Places to Live in the United States, Bainbridge offers scenic coastal views and plenty of...

Cost of independent living in Poulsbo, WA

The average cost of senior living in Poulsbo is $4,809 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Bremerton, WA with an average of $4,330 per month.

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

Poulsbo, WA
$4,809/mo

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

Poulsbo, WA
$4,809/mo
U.S. national average
$4,203/mo

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

$5,626/mo
Independent Living
$4,809/mo

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

Semi-Private
$7,405/mo
Studio
$7,629/mo
1 Bedroom
$7,622/mo
2 Bedroom
$9,512/mo

Senior living costs in Poulsbo 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: Poulsbo, WA
Column state: Washington
Column national: U.S.
Community typePoulsbo, WAWashingtonU.S.
Independent Living$4,809/mo$4,146/mo$4,203/mo
Assisted Living$5,392/mo$5,256/mo$4,740/mo
Memory Care$5,626/mo$5,141/mo$5,004/mo
Independent Living
Poulsbo, WA:$4,809/mo
Washington:$4,146/mo
U.S.:$4,203/mo
Assisted Living
Poulsbo, WA:$5,392/mo
Washington:$5,256/mo
U.S.:$4,740/mo
Memory Care
Poulsbo, WA:$5,626/mo
Washington:$5,141/mo
U.S.:$5,004/mo
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Independent living costs in Poulsbo, WA, over time

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

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Poulsbo have changed in the last two years and how those changes compare with state and national trends. The figures represent averages of actual costs paid by seniors who moved into A Place for Mom partner communities in 2023 and 2024.

Cost comparison table showing 2023 and 2024 median costs by location. This table contains 3 rows of data across 4 columns.
Column location: Location
Column cost2024: 2024 average cost
Column cost2023: 2023 average cost
Column percentChange: Percent change
Location2024 average cost2023 average costPercent change
Poulsbo, WA$7,383/mo$5,825/mo+26.7%
Washington$2,910/mo$2,931/mo-0.7%
National$2,795/mo$2,813/mo-0.6%
Poulsbo, WA
2024 average cost:$7,383/mo
2023 average cost:$5,825/mo
Percent change:+26.7%
Washington
2024 average cost:$2,910/mo
2023 average cost:$2,931/mo
Percent change:-0.7%
National
2024 average cost:$2,795/mo
2023 average cost:$2,813/mo
Percent change:-0.6%
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What families are saying about independent living in Poulsbo

Recent reviews for independent living in Poulsbo

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.

Norse Home in Seattle, WA

5.0
The experience has been going very well for my friend. The community is a good fit for her and she likes it very much. My friend likes the meals they provide. Every time we have been there it has been clean, it is quiet impressive. I would definitely recommend this place to others.

Poulsbo independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Poulsbo independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Poulsbo, 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 Poulsbo 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 Poulsbo partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Poulsbo, WANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
27.3%
20.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
72.7%
34.4%
No sugar
No sugar
45.5%
30.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
90.9%
33.6%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
27.3%
10.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Poulsbo 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 Poulsbo communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Poulsbo, WANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
54.5%
36.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
45.5%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
72.7%
37%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
27.3%
17.2%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Poulsbo 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 Poulsbo offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Poulsbo, WANational
Activity director
Activity director
63.6%
45.1%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
45.5%
28.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
36.4%
33%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
72.7%
47.5%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
72.7%
48.9%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
81.8%
54%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
72.7%
42.9%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
45.5%
38.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
54.5%
41.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
63.6%
47.1%
Live performances
Live performances
72.7%
46.8%
Dances
Dances
27.3%
33%
Fitness center
Fitness center
54.5%
39.5%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
72.7%
46.4%
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