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10 Best Independent Living Communities in Rainier Valley, WA

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The cost of independent living in Rainier Valley is about $4,337 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 357 options.

Read 6789 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 Seattle, Bellevue and Gig Harbor.

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Photo of Aegis of Kirkland Waterfront
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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.
•Aegis Living has been in business for over 28 years. We pride ourselves by offering the best care for seniors, but also taking excellent care of our staff so that it can reflect on the services we provide for you and your family. It truly is our culture that makes us different. •Our care team is...
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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.
You come first. That’s what we truly believe at Vashon Community Care (VCC). All of our senior living programs and services are designed to support who you are and the way you want to live.Every aspect of our daily schedule is specially tailored for each individual resident, emphasizing your...
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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: 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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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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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: 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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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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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Remington Place Retirement Inn is uniquely different from any other retirement residence you've ever experienced. Carefully planned, it offers a special combination of cozy warmth and private spaciousness. With only sixty suites you will quickly get to know everybody at Remington Place. In that...
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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
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.
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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Overall I would say they do a good job at New Haven. It is a nice looking, clean, well kept community, and they take good care of the people who live here. Some of the staff could be a little friendlier, but...
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.
many restaurants, grocery stores, specialty shops, medical and dental offices, banks, coffee shops and bakeries located in walking distance Just across the street, Bitter Lake Park, with its great view of Bitter Lake, community center: four tennis courts, two ball fields, walking paths, and a...
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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.
Choice and flexibility…it’s engrained in usA wonderful new possibility for those in the 62+ crowd of Seattle. We’re host to a unique age-restricted apartment setting; a great variation from others you may have considered before. Now is the time to take advantage of the healthy Seattle Senior...
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This community has been good for my mom so far. It is an independent-living community, with additional care services if residents need it. My mom is able to cook all of her own meals with the full kitchen in...
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.
Shag's Meeker Court apartments is one of three buildings in Kent that make up the Tri-Court apartments (in addition to Green River Court and Park Court.) These apartments participate in a program designed to maintain affordable rental apartment homes for age and income qualified senior residents....
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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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I have lived here for 2 years and truly like enjoy living here. it is very clean and people stay out of business unless you ask they do monitor and do housing inspection which i believe is a great idea for...
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.
SHAG' Park Court apartments are one of three buildings in Kent that make up the Tri-Court apartments (in addition to Green River Court and Meeker Court.) These apartments participate in a program designed to maintain affordable rental apartment homes for age and income qualified senior residents....
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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.
One of three buildings in Kent that make up the Tri-Court apartments (in addition to Meeker Court and Park Court.) Three-story buildings Serviced by an elevator Access controlled Some apartments are handicap accessible and contain modifications Laundry facilities on each floor. large courtyard...
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I am doing fine since becoming a resident of this community. My apartment is suitable with the amenities I need. I am able to make my own meal in my kitchen. They have some activities like bingo and a sheet...
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 Kent apartments participate in a program designed to maintain affordable rental apartment homes for age and income qualified senior residents. Located near Downtown Kent, Various Coffee Shops and Nail Salons, Shopper Shuttle for your convenience.
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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...
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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.
Each building offers a large recreation room on the main level. The recreation rooms are furnished with a big screen television and VCR for the enjoyment of our residents. We also have an assortment of games, cards, and puzzles for use in the recreation room. For those who wish to participate,...
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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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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.
You feel it the moment you walk in—a certain warmth and friendliness. That’s the heart of The Broadview Center: our incredible team.Many have been with us for years, building lasting relationships and providing consistent, compassionate support. Here, we know our residents, greet families with...
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Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, 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.
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.
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.
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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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
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.
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...

Cost of independent living in Rainier Valley, WA

The average cost of senior living in Rainier Valley is $4,337 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Tacoma, WA with an average of $4,177 per month.

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

Rainier Valley, WA
$4,337/mo
U.S. national average
$3,532/mo

Independent living costs in Rainier Valley, WA, vs. other senior living options

$7,981/mo
Independent Living
$4,337/mo

Independent living costs in Rainier Valley, WA, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$3,798/mo
Studio
$3,816/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,803/mo
2 Bedroom
$6,738/mo

Senior living costs in Rainier Valley 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: Rainier Valley, WA
Column state: Washington
Column national: U.S.
Community typeRainier Valley, WAWashingtonU.S.
Independent Living$4,337/mo$4,100/mo$3,532/mo
Assisted Living$6,605/mo$6,529/mo$5,909/mo
Memory Care$7,981/mo$8,261/mo$7,121/mo
Independent Living
Rainier Valley, WA:$4,337/mo
Washington:$4,100/mo
U.S.:$3,532/mo
Assisted Living
Rainier Valley, WA:$6,605/mo
Washington:$6,529/mo
U.S.:$5,909/mo
Memory Care
Rainier Valley, WA:$7,981/mo
Washington:$8,261/mo
U.S.:$7,121/mo
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Independent living costs in Rainier Valley, WA, over time

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

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Rainier Valley 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
Rainier Valley, WA$4,247/mo$4,155/mo+2.2%
Washington$3,884/mo$3,765/mo+3.2%
National$3,416/mo$3,319/mo+2.9%
Rainier Valley, WA
2024 average cost:$4,247/mo
2023 average cost:$4,155/mo
Percent change:+2.2%
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 Rainier Valley

Recent reviews for independent living in Rainier Valley

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.

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 staff and residents. Reviews consistently mention the friendly and welcoming nature of the staff and residents at various communities. For example, at Pacific Regent Bellevue by Cogir, residents and their families praise the warm and inviting atmosphere, making new friends, and the family feel. At Cogir of Kent, ...
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Variety of activities for socializing and staying engaged. Activities are a major factor in residents' overall satisfaction with their community. At Pacific Regent Bellevue by Cogir, residents enjoy a wide range of activities such as movie nights, museum outings, and gardening classes. At Revel Issaquah, residents can participate in test-drives of n ...
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Clean and well-maintained living spaces. Reviews often highlight the cleanliness and upkeep of the community, whether it's for the private rooms or communal areas. For example, at Cogir of Kent, residents mention the beautiful and updated apartments, while at Solstice at Renton, the building is described as clean, friendly, and wel ...
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Engaging and personalized care. Residents appreciate the personalized care provided by staff at their community. At Cogir of Queen Anne, staff members make an effort to get to know the residents, giving personal attention to their needs. At Holiday Bridge Park, residents enjoy the open and accepting atmosphere, with staff ...
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Delicious and accommodating meals. Residents look forward to mealtimes at their community, where they can enjoy delicious and accommodating meals. At Pacific Regent Bellevue by Cogir, the chef accommodates dietary restrictions and individual preferences. At Ballard Landmark, the food is described as beautiful, presented, vari ...
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Accessible and convenient amenities. Communities offer various amenities that make life easier and more convenient for residents. At The Lodge at Eagle Ridge, the Lodge at Eagle Ridge offers beautiful views, a library, and easy access to shopping and restaurants. At Cogir of Kent, residents have access to a fitness center, salo ...
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Rainier Valley independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Rainier Valley independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Rainier Valley, 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 Rainier Valley 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 Rainier Valley partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Rainier Valley, WANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
30.6%
21.2%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
55.1%
35.8%
No sugar
No sugar
49.2%
32%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
56.5%
34.8%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
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Availability of select dining options in Rainier Valley 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 Rainier Valley communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Rainier Valley, WANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
52.5%
37.6%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
57%
44.8%
Room service
Room service
53.7%
38.2%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
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Availability of select programs and activities in Rainier Valley 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 Rainier Valley offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Rainier Valley, WANational
Activity director
Activity director
59.6%
46.6%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
39.6%
29.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
45.2%
34.2%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
57%
48.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
63.2%
50.1%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
72.5%
54.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
55.3%
44.2%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
54.5%
39.7%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
55.1%
43.1%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
60.7%
48.4%
Live performances
Live performances
60.4%
48.1%
Dances
Dances
44.9%
34.4%
Fitness center
Fitness center
46.9%
40.8%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
59.8%
47.7%
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