Compare Independent Living around Alexandria
Info below is compiled from the VA Depts. of Social Services & Health, senior community websites & trusted data sources such as Walk Score & BBB.
Communities are listed from highest to lowest based on our ranking methodology.
| Goodwin House Alexandria | IL AL HC MC NH SNF | Alexandria (Alexandria West) | 250
Facility
250
VA AVG
96
Rank
#6 / 365 | Yes |
62
Facility
62
VA AVG
44
Rank
#97 / 446 | Studio / 1 bed / 2 bed | Ms. Dziedzic Christine | 22.4% | 6 | 50%
Facility
50%
VA AVG
64.3%
Rank
#127 / 330 | 0
Facility
0
VA AVG
7
Rank
#1 / 330 | 18
Facility
18
VA AVG
32
Rank
#126 / 271 | 3.0
Facility
3.0
VA AVG
2.3
Rank
#205 / 271 |
| Arleigh Burke Pavilion at Vinson Hall Retirement Community | IL AL HC MC NH RC SNF | Mclean (Kirby Road) | 32
Facility
32
VA AVG
96
Rank
#335 / 365 | No |
52
Facility
52
VA AVG
44
Rank
#160 / 446 | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed | Ms. Analisse Vasquez Soto | 59.4% | 6 | 33.3%
Facility
33.3%
VA AVG
64.3%
Rank
#63 / 330 | 0
Facility
0
VA AVG
7
Rank
#149 / 330 | 21
Facility
21
VA AVG
32
Rank
#138 / 271 | 3.5
Facility
3.5
VA AVG
2.3
Rank
#223 / 271 |
| Arden Courts A ProMedica Memory Care Community in Annandale | IL AL MC RC | Annandale | 60
Facility
60
VA AVG
96
Rank
#270 / 365 | No |
70
Facility
70
VA AVG
44
Rank
#64 / 446 | Private Rooms / Semi-Private Rooms | Wilson Cooper | 96.7% | 1 | 0%
Facility
0%
VA AVG
64.3%
Rank
#1 / 330 | 0
Facility
0
VA AVG
7
Rank
#1 / 330 | -
Facility
-
VA AVG
32
Rank
#1 / 271 | 0.0
Facility
0.0
VA AVG
2.3
Rank
#1 / 271 |
| The Fairfax | IL AL MC NH SNF | Fort Belvoir | 96
Facility
96
VA AVG
96
Rank
#163 / 365 | No |
2
Facility
2
VA AVG
44
Rank
#433 / 446 | - | Mr. Zebodia John Ashley | 71.9% | 12 | 58.3%
Facility
58.3%
VA AVG
64.3%
Rank
#177 / 330 | 2
Facility
2
VA AVG
7
Rank
#110 / 330 | 26
Facility
26
VA AVG
32
Rank
#154 / 271 | 2.2
Facility
2.2
VA AVG
2.3
Rank
#161 / 271 |
| The View Alexandria | IL AL RC | Alexandria (Alexandria West) | 200
Facility
200
VA AVG
96
Rank
#18 / 365 | Yes |
66
Facility
66
VA AVG
44
Rank
#76 / 446 | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed | Ms. Deborah Kline | 64.0% | 10 | 40%
Facility
40%
VA AVG
64.3%
Rank
#90 / 330 | 0
Facility
0
VA AVG
7
Rank
#1 / 330 | 26
Facility
26
VA AVG
32
Rank
#154 / 271 | 2.6
Facility
2.6
VA AVG
2.3
Rank
#186 / 271 |
| Paul Spring Community | IL AL MC RC | Alexandria | 190
Facility
190
VA AVG
96
Rank
#22 / 365 | Yes |
20
Facility
20
VA AVG
44
Rank
#358 / 446 | 1 Bed / 2 Bed | Ms. Joyceline Owusu-Dankwaa | 75.3% | 28 | 46.4%
Facility
46.4%
VA AVG
64.3%
Rank
#122 / 330 | 7
Facility
7
VA AVG
7
Rank
#227 / 330 | 28
Facility
28
VA AVG
32
Rank
#162 / 271 | 1.0
Facility
1.0
VA AVG
2.3
Rank
#61 / 271 |
| Legacy Ridge Memory Care | IL AL MC RESC RC | Gainesville | 72
Facility
72
VA AVG
96
Rank
#240 / 365 | No |
24
Facility
24
VA AVG
44
Rank
#341 / 446 | Studio | Kathryn Barnes | 81.9% | 17 | 35.3%
Facility
35.3%
VA AVG
64.3%
Rank
#83 / 330 | 6
Facility
6
VA AVG
7
Rank
#216 / 330 | 22
Facility
22
VA AVG
32
Rank
#142 / 271 | 1.3
Facility
1.3
VA AVG
2.3
Rank
#90 / 271 |
| Elancé at Alexandria | IL AL MC | Alexandria (Alexandria West) | - | Yes |
71
Facility
71
VA AVG
44
Rank
#62 / 446 | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed / 3 Bed | Ray | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| The Landing Alexandria | IL AL MC | Alexandria (Potomac Yard) | 220
Facility
220
VA AVG
96
Rank
#12 / 365 | Yes |
68
Facility
68
VA AVG
44
Rank
#73 / 446 | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed | Ms. Jamie L Houston | 51.4% | 9 | 88.9%
Facility
88.9%
VA AVG
64.3%
Rank
#301 / 330 | 3
Facility
3
VA AVG
7
Rank
#149 / 330 | 41
Facility
41
VA AVG
32
Rank
#202 / 271 | 4.6
Facility
4.6
VA AVG
2.3
Rank
#242 / 271 |
| Volunteers of America National Services | IL AL HC MC NH SNF | Alexandria (Eisenhower East) | - | No |
96
Facility
96
VA AVG
44
Rank
#7 / 446 | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| Brightview Alexandria | IL AL MC | Alexandria | - | Yes |
16
Facility
16
VA AVG
44
Rank
#373 / 446 | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed | Katie A | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Brightview Alexandria is a top-rated retirement community in Alexandria, VA, that offers independent living, assisted living, and memory care. Featuring 167 specially designed apartments in a nurturing and welcoming environment, the community ensures older adults are comfortable and safe. Residents can also maintain their independence with ease, with exceptional services like chef-prepared meals, household services, and recreational programs. Through customized care plans, residents also receive the utmost attention and care based on their needs and habits.
Fitness programs, art activities, and social events ensure residents can stay active and explore new hobbies. A movie theater, a wellness spa, and a beautiful walking trail leading to Franconia Recreation Center are among the many amenities dedicated to residents’ leisure and wellness. Set in the peaceful residential area of Alexandria, the community guarantees a laid-back retirement. As one of the finest options for senior living in Virginia, this retirement community provides comprehensive care to help older adults age gracefully.
Ranking Methodology
How we rank these independent living communities
Every community above is evaluated across six weighted categories using public data including state inspection records, review platforms, BBB profiles, and operator-published materials.
Weighting overview
- 35%Resident Experience
- 25%Regulatory
- 15%Visual Media
- 10%Website
- 10%Stability
- 5%Environment
01
Resident & Family Experience 35%
The single largest share of every ranking. Aggregated review sentiment and volume from major platforms — the closest signal to real resident experience.
- Includes
- Review Sentiment
- Review Volume
02
Regulatory & Safety Record 25%
State inspection records, citations, and complaint visits. We weight per-inspection rates more heavily than raw counts.
- Includes
- State Inspections
- Citations/Inspection
- % Inspections w/ Citations
- Complaint Visits
- Accreditations
- BBB Rating
03
Visual Media & Transparency 15%
Communities that publish high-quality visuals give families a real preview. No photos or tours = a negative transparency signal.
- Includes
- Video Tours
- Virtual Walkthroughs
- Photo Quantity
- Photo Quality
04
Website & Operator Transparency 10%
Site quality and whether the operator publishes basic accountability information — staff names, contact details, ownership.
- Includes
- Website Content
- Mobile Usability
- Staff Info Available
- Owner Info Available
05
Community Stability 10%
Operational signals indicating whether a community is well-run and meeting demand.
- Includes
- Occupancy Rate
- Bed Options
06
Environment & Pricing 5%
Walkability and pricing transparency. Walk Score is weighted higher for Independent Living than for Memory Care, where most residents do not leave unaccompanied.
- Includes
- Walk Score
- Pricing Transparency
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Frequently Asked Questions about Independent Living in Alexandria, VA
What is the average cost of independent living in Alexandria, VA?
The average monthly cost of independent living in Alexandria, VA is approximately $2,194. Actual rates vary by community, level of care, and floorplan.
What is the price range for independent living in Alexandria, VA?
Independent living in Alexandria, VA typically ranges from $637 - $3,674 per month, depending on the community, room type, and care needs.
What is independent living?
Independent living communities are residential settings for active older adults — typically with private apartments or cottages, shared amenities (dining, fitness, activities), and no built-in medical care.
How many independent living communities are listed on this page?
This page features 11 independent living communities in Alexandria, VA. Use the filters and comparison tools above to compare ratings, amenities, and pricing.
How do I choose the right independent living community in Alexandria, VA?
Start by matching the level of care offered to the resident's current and anticipated needs, then compare licensing status, staff-to-resident ratios, recent inspection results, and pricing. Tour at least two or three communities in Alexandria, VA, talk to current residents and families, and confirm what is included in the base rate versus billed as add-on services.
What should I look for when visiting independent living communities in Alexandria, VA?
Pay attention to staff interactions with residents, cleanliness and odor, food quality at meal times, the activity calendar, and how questions about pricing and care plans are answered. Ask to see the most recent state inspection report, the move-out / level-of-care-change policy, and a sample monthly bill that lists every fee.
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