Marine Plaza

Overview of Marine Plaza

Experience the retirement of your dreams at Marine Plaza, a distinct community in Port Townsend, WA, offering independent living. With a variety of cozy one-bedroom floor plans, residents are guaranteed the utmost comfort. Income restrictions are provided, striving to maintain affordability so those with low income can downsize without hassles.

Residents have easy access to their needs and leisure opportunities with local shops and recreational spaces in the area. A picnic area is also available, promoting social interactions over delightful meals. To ease residents’ loneliness, pets are welcome to accompany residents. The community is a great option for those seeking independence in retirement, accompanied by its state-of-the-art amenities and friendly setting.

By The Numbers

Community insights.

Walk Score Info Very walkable. Most errands can be accomplished on foot, and many essentials are within a short walk. Rank #136 / 583Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 136th out of 583 homes we track in Washington for walk score. Shows how walkable this facility's neighborhood is compared to the average walk score across Washington facilities. Higher scores benefit residents, families, and staff.Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings cover every community we track in Washington that reports data for that category. Communities without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
71 / 100

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Touring HoursMonday-Friday: 10 AM to 4 PM; Closed Saturday and Sunday; Closed Monday – Friday: 12 PM – 1 PM.

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What does this home offer?

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Room Sizes: 645 sq. ft

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Housing Options: 1 Bed

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Building Type: 2-story

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Address 0.3 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from Port Townsend's city center to Marine Plaza's address, calculated via Google Maps.

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Compare Independent Living around Port Townsend

Info below is compiled from the WA Dept. of Social & Health Services (DSHS), senior community websites & trusted data sources such as Walk Score & BBB.

Communities are listed from highest-ranked to lowest-ranked based on our methodology.

Care Types in This Table AL (Assisted Living): Housing with help for daily activities like bathing, dressing, and medication, without 24-hour skilled nursing. IL (Independent Living): Community living with dining, activities, and transportation for active seniors who need little personal care.
City and state of the facility. Used for mapping and state-average comparisons.
Licensed bed capacity (maximum allowed). Not the same as how many beds are currently filled.
Indicates whether residents are allowed to have pets in the facility.
Third-party neighborhood walkability score (0–100). Convenience/context metric, not a healthcare quality measure.
Description of bed or unit types offered (e.g. assisted living, memory care), as reported in state or facility disclosures.
Reported or derived occupancy for the facility—typically how fully licensed capacity is utilized. Compare across peers in the same market.
Count of regulatory inspections in the reporting window. Higher volume can reflect more oversight visits, complaint-driven surveys, or routine licensure cycles.
Inspection events categorized as complaint-related by the state regulator.
Total count of citations (cited regulatory issues) recorded in the selected reporting period. Read alongside inspection counts for context.
The average number of citations this facility receives each time it's inspected, calculated as total citations ÷ total inspections. A lower number suggests more consistent compliance with safety and care standards.
Port Townsend Senior Living
IL
AL
Port Townsend
90
Facility 90
WA AVG 78
Rank #104 / 324
Yes
56
Facility 56
WA AVG 52
Rank #268 / 583
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
67.8%
Facility 67.8%
WA AVG 74.7%
Rank #192 / 248
19
3
Facility 3
WA AVG 8
Rank #228 / 282
30
Facility 30
WA AVG 31
Rank #200 / 279
1.6
Facility 1.6
WA AVG 3.4
Rank #46 / 279
Marine Plaza
IL
Port Townsend-Yes
71
Facility 71
WA AVG 52
Rank #136 / 583
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Admiralty Apartments
IL
Port Townsend-No
76
Facility 76
WA AVG 52
Rank #106 / 583
1 Bed-----
Claridge Court
IL
Port Townsend-Yes
57
Facility 57
WA AVG 52
Rank #265 / 583
1 Bed / 2 Bed-----

Rank badges are statewide: each community is ranked against every WA community we track that reports that metric, not just the 4 on this page. See how we rank facilities

Financial Assistance for
Independent Living in Washington

Marine Plaza is located in Port Townsend, Washington State.
Here are the financial assistance programs available to residents in Washington State.

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Community Options Program Entry System (COPES)

WA Medicaid COPES

Age 65+ or disabled
General Washington resident, Medicaid-eligible, nursing home-level care need.
Income Limits (2025) ~$2,829/month 300% FBR, individual
Asset Limits $2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple).
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High demand in urban areas (e.g., Seattle).

Benefits
Personal care (5-7 hours/day) Respite (240 hours/year) Adult day care ($70/day) Home modifications ($1,500 avg.)

Washington Family Caregiver Support Program

WA NFCSP

Age Caregiver of someone 60+ (or with dementia)
General Washington resident.
Income Limits No strict limit; prioritizes low-income.
Asset Limits Not applicable.
WA

High urban demand; rural outreach.

Benefits
In-home respite (4-6 hours/day) Adult day care (~$70/day) Short-term facility care (up to 5 days)

Community First Choice (CFC)

Washington Community First Choice

Age 65+ (or disabled 18+)
General WA resident, Medicaid-eligible, need help with 2+ ADLs/IADLs.
Income Limits (2025) ~$2,829/month; QIT optional.
Asset Limits $2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple).
WA

Broader than COPES; serves ~20,000; self-directed option.

Benefits
Personal care (4-6 hours/day) Respite (~240 hours/year) Assistive devices Training Transportation

Older Americans Act (OAA) Services

Washington OAA Services

Age 60+
General WA resident; no income/asset limits.
Income Limits (2025) None; donations encouraged.
Asset Limits Not assessed.
WA

13 AAAs; includes Meals on Wheels; rural focus.

Benefits
Meals (~$5-$7/meal) Transportation Homemaker services (~4 hours/week) Respite (~5 days/year) Legal aid

Medicare Savings Program (MSP)

Washington Medicare Savings Program

Age 65+ or disabled
General WA resident, Medicare Part A/B.
Income Limits (2025) ~$2,510/month (QMB), ~$3,380/month (SLMB), ~$3,598/month (QI)—individual.
Asset Limits $9,430 (individual), $14,130 (couple).
WA

Includes Extra Help for Part D; no waitlist.

Benefits
Covers Part B premiums ($174.70/month) Deductibles ($240/year) Copays (~20%)

VA Aid and Attendance (A&A) and Housebound Benefits

Washington VA Aid and Attendance/Housebound

Age 65+ or disabled veteran/spouse
General WA resident, wartime service, ADL help (A&A) or homebound.
Income Limits (2025) Net income < ~$1,984/month (veteran with dependent, A&A); pension offsets income.
Asset Limits ~$155,356 net worth
WA

High veteran use; supports rural/urban needs.

Benefits
Cash (~$1,433-$2,642/month veteran, ~$951-$1,318 spouse) for care costs

Senior Citizens Property Tax Exemption

Washington Senior Property Tax Exemption

Age 61+ or disabled retiree
General WA resident, homeowner, income-based.
Income Limits (2025) ~$45,000-$70,000/year varies by county, e.g., King: $70,000
Asset Limits Not assessed; home value cap varies ~$250,000-$400,000
WA

Saves ~$500-$1,500/year; offered statewide.

Benefits
Tax exemption (~$500-$1,500/year depending on county)

Senior Farmers’ Market Nutrition Program (SFMNP)

Washington SFMNP

Age 60+
General WA resident, low-income.
Income Limits (2025) ~$2,322/month 185% FPL
Asset Limits Not assessed.
WA

Vouchers (~$80/season); serves ~20,000 via AAAs.

Benefits
Vouchers (~$80/season) for produce at farmers’ markets

Frequently Asked Questions about Marine Plaza

Is Marine Plaza in a walkable area?

Marine Plaza has a walk score of 71. Very walkable. Most errands can be accomplished on foot, and many essentials are within a short walk.

Are pets allowed at Marine Plaza?

Yes, Marine Plaza allows residents to bring their pets.

Are there photos of Marine Plaza?

Yes — there are 7 photos of Marine Plaza in the photo gallery on this page.

What is the address of Marine Plaza?

Marine Plaza is located at 619 Clay St, Port Townsend, WA 98368.

What is the phone number of Marine Plaza?

(360) 657-9593 will put you in contact with the team at Marine Plaza.

Does Marine Plaza provide medical or personal care assistance?

No — Marine Plaza is an independent living community. Residents live on their own in private apartments with access to amenities, dining, and social activities.

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