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The cost of independent living in Sea Tac is about $4,138 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 66 options. Read 1002 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 Webster Court
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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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
West Seattle — Highland Park Neighborhood Urban Senior Living Village Campus Adjacent to King County Metro Park & Ride Transit Center Convenient Access to Freeways Major Retail Centers Community Building with Lounge, Media Center, Exercise Room, and Activity Rooms with Planned Activities...
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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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staff and residents were very welcoming. very smooth transition with move in process. staff are very friendly and very helpful.
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.
Park Place is a very special retirement and assisted living community located 3 miles east of Boeing Field in Seattle. The doors are scheduled to open the end of April providing 154 luxurious studio and one bedroom apartments for seniors. All the apartments come equipped with microwaves,...
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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.
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: 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.
About The MountThe Mount is a vibrant and innovative living care community in West Seattle for older adults that celebrates life, living, and individual capability. As a resident or patient, you will be treated with dignity and respect and empowered to work hand in hand with us to develop a plan...
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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: Senior Apartments
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Our Federal Way apartment buildings are located near Sea-Tac Mall, restaurants, hospitals, medical clinics, public transportation, places of worship, beauty salons, theaters, physical fitness center, Target, and Steel Lake Park.
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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.
The Parkside Retirement Center is an assisted living community located in beautiful Auburn, Washington. The center is surrounded by immaculately cared for lawns with mature trees. Located twenty minutes from Seattle, and ten minutes from Tacoma, Auburn is an historical town with the...
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Provides: Senior Apartments
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Our Federal Way apartment buildings are located near Sea-Tac Mall, restaurants, hospitals, medical clinics, public transportation, places of worship, beauty salons, theaters, physical fitness center, Target, and Steel Lake Park.
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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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They have a lot of activities that they provide. I like them but I think there's something they can do to have more group activities that go outside of the facility, which means having some sort of van...
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.
Walking distance from banks, drugstores, grocery stores, library, movie theater, and much more! Close to the Light Rail service and on the bus line!
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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.
Columbia Gardens at Rainier Court, a brand new, eco-friendly affordable senior living community in Rainier Valley, Seattle offers everything needed to keep active seniors connected to the diverse and vibrant community that surrounds them! From exciting biking and walking trails to recreational...
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My mother has recently moved into this community and she is loving her new apartment. She was lucky enough to get a brand new unit that is very clean and has a lot of great amenities available to her. It is...
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
We have built this senior community keeping a fun and active lifestyle in mind. Celebration Senior Living is a Senior Housing Assistance Group community. SHAG has been serving the Puget Sound region for 25 years, with a commitment to enhancing and enriching the lives of people though affordable...
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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.
Three Auburn Court apartment buildings Access controlled Each building is serviced by an elevator Some apartments are handicap accessible and contain modifications Laundry facilities on each floor Beautifully enclosed courtyard, complete with a cascading fountain. During the warmer months, patio...

Cost of independent living in Sea Tac, WA

The average cost of senior living in Sea Tac is $4,138 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Milton, WA with an average of $3,825 per month.

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

Sea Tac, WA
$4,138/mo
$4,180/mo

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

Sea Tac, WA
$4,138/mo
U.S. national average
$4,041/mo

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

$5,203/mo
Independent Living
$4,138/mo

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

Semi-Private
$4,219/mo
Studio
$3,944/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,479/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,994/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$5,575/mo

Average cost of Independent Living in Sea Tac over time

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What families are saying about independent living in Sea Tac

Recent reviews for independent living in Sea Tac

Aegis of Kirkland

5.0
I can confidently rate Aegis of Kirkland a 5 out of 5. My brother and I found Aegis to be very clean in all the common areas as well as private areas. The food is excellent, and the staff is compassionate. They have several activities going on throughout the day. There is something that ...
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Highlander Apartments in Seattle, WA

4.9
What we really saw that was positive is the staff, from the front end staff, to the director, who is excellent to work with. They have excellent communication. We get emails all the time with any updates. They're close by to medical facilities, so that's been a Godsend. The shuttle service ...
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Aegis of Bellevue Overlake

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

Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Beautiful views and clean facilities. Many reviews mention the scenic surroundings and well-maintained environment at various communities, such as The Lakeshore, with its Lake Washington view and clean common areas, and Holiday Bridge Park, which residents praise for its bright and updated facilities.
Welcoming staff and friendly residents. Several reviews highlight the friendly and approachable nature of both staff and residents at multiple communities, like Revel Issaquah, where the sales manager went above and beyond during a tour, and Brookdale Foundation House, where residents enjoy a true sense of community.
Delicious meals with personalized options. Reviews consistently mention the excellent food offerings at various communities, such as Merrill Gardens at Wright Park, where residents rave about the restaurant-style dining and from-scratch soups, and Solstice Senior Living at Renton, where staff accommodates individual dietary needs.
Engaging and diverse activities. Activities are a popular aspect of many communities, as mentioned in reviews for Merrill Gardens at Wright Park, which offers a wide range of classes and outings, and Revel Issaquah, where residents appreciate the variety and opportunity to socialize.
Professional and accommodating staff. Residents and their families express appreciation for the attentive and helpful nature of community staff, as noted in reviews for Cogir of Kent, where staff members go the extra mile to meet residents' needs, and Solstice Senior Living at Normandy Park, where the director sets regular meeti ...
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Beautiful and spacious living quarters. Reviews often mention the ample space and comfortable living areas at various communities, like Revel Issaquah, where the largest apartment is over 1800 sq ft, and Cogir of Kent, where residents enjoy spacious and well-appointed apartments.
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Sea Tac independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Sea Tac independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Sea Tac, 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 Sea Tac 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 Sea Tac partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
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Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
32.8%
20.1%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
50.8%
33.6%
No sugar
No sugar
45.9%
30.2%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
49.2%
32.9%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
11.5%
8.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Sea Tac 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 Sea Tac communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
45.9%
35.8%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
50.8%
42.7%
Room service
Room service
44.3%
36.2%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
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17%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Sea Tac 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 Sea Tac offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
54.1%
44.3%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
34.4%
27.8%
Community service programs
Community service programs
42.6%
32.2%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
52.5%
47.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
57.4%
48.3%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
78.7%
53.6%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
47.5%
42.1%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
54.1%
37.2%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
47.5%
40.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
54.1%
46.6%
Live performances
Live performances
52.5%
46.2%
Dances
Dances
45.9%
32%
Fitness center
Fitness center
44.3%
39.2%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
52.5%
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Frequently Asked Questions

Merrill Gardens at Wright Park, Revel Issaquah and Cogir of Edmonds are the top-rated independent living facilities near Sea Tac, Washington. See full list of communities.

There are 66 independent living facilities near Sea Tac, Washington. See the full list.

The best independent living facilities near you in Sea Tac, Washington are Revel Issaquah, Brookdale Allenmore IL and Cogir of Kent. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.

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