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Why trust this guide? Our editorial team analyzed 32 independent living communities in Milwaukie, OR using OR Dept. of Human Services (ODHS) data, inspection records, complaints, amenities, and facility-level details. How we rank independent living in OR
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Avg Walk Score: 55/ 100The average Walk Score across facilities in Milwaukie, OR. A third-party neighborhood walkability score (0–100) measuring convenience and context, not healthcare quality. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: 50/ 100
Avg No. of Beds: 77The average licensed bed capacity across facilities in Milwaukie, OR. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: 90

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Info below is compiled from the OR Dept. of Human Services (ODHS), senior community websites & trusted data sources such as Walk Score & BBB.

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

Willamette View
IL
AL
HC
MC
NH
RESC
SNF
Portland (Southeast River Road)
6
Facility 6
OR AVG 67
Rank #344 / 351
Yes
45
Facility 45
OR AVG 55
Rank #316 / 475
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
32
Facility 32
OR AVG 21
Rank #59 / 375
-5
8
Facility 8
OR AVG 31
Rank #56 / 284
1.6
Facility 1.6
OR AVG 4.4
Rank #39 / 284
Willamette View, IncMatthew Hartley
Courtyard at Mount Tabor
IL
AL
MC
Portland (Southeast Portland)
80
Facility 80
OR AVG 67
Rank #105 / 351
Yes
68
Facility 68
OR AVG 55
Rank #172 / 475
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
34
Facility 34
OR AVG 21
Rank #48 / 375
A+7
21
Facility 21
OR AVG 31
Rank #86 / 284
3.0
Facility 3.0
OR AVG 4.4
Rank #88 / 284
Sssht Opco Se Division Street, LLCGelissa Crichton-Jean-Joseph
The Forum at Town Center
IL
AL
NH
Happy Valley (Southeast Causey Avenue)
87
Facility 87
OR AVG 67
Rank #83 / 351
Yes
72
Facility 72
OR AVG 55
Rank #148 / 475
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
37
Facility 37
OR AVG 21
Rank #33 / 375
-4
15
Facility 15
OR AVG 31
Rank #93 / 284
3.8
Facility 3.8
OR AVG 4.4
Rank #67 / 284
Snh Al Trs, IncSylvie Zotoff
Sellwood Senior Living
IL
AL
MC
RC
Portland (Southeast Portland)
100
Facility 100
OR AVG 67
Rank #49 / 351
Yes
87
Facility 87
OR AVG 55
Rank #47 / 475
-
21
Facility 21
OR AVG 21
Rank #208 / 375
A+5
18
Facility 18
OR AVG 31
Rank #118 / 284
3.6
Facility 3.6
OR AVG 4.4
Rank #167 / 284
Sellwood Senior Living, LLCKerry Riley
NorthWest Place
IL
MC
Portland (Northwest Portland)
-Yes
94
Facility 94
OR AVG 55
Rank #9 / 475
1 Bed / 2 Bed
37
Facility 37
OR AVG 21
Rank #33 / 375
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West Hills Village Senior Residence
IL
Portland (Southwest Portland)
150
Facility 150
OR AVG 67
Rank #10 / 351
Yes
31
Facility 31
OR AVG 55
Rank #381 / 475
Studio / 1 Bed
38
Facility 38
OR AVG 21
Rank #26 / 375
-5
21
Facility 21
OR AVG 31
Rank #249 / 284
4.2
Facility 4.2
OR AVG 4.4
Rank #270 / 284
West Hills Village Limited PartnershipRoselynn Rockwood
Calaroga Terrace
IL
AL
RC
Portland (Northeast Portland)
-Yes
92
Facility 92
OR AVG 55
Rank #22 / 475
Studio / Alcove / 1 Bed / 2 Bed-------
The Springs at Clackamas Woods
IL
AL
MC
Milwaukie (North Clackamas)
58
Facility 58
OR AVG 67
Rank #198 / 351
No
61
Facility 61
OR AVG 55
Rank #209 / 475
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
27
Facility 27
OR AVG 21
Rank #118 / 375
-3
12
Facility 12
OR AVG 31
Rank #53 / 284
4.0
Facility 4.0
OR AVG 4.4
Rank #127 / 284
Tsl Clack Ops, LLCCari Fernandez
Courtyard Fountains
IL
AL
RC
Gresham (North Central)
53
Facility 53
OR AVG 67
Rank #216 / 351
Yes
79
Facility 79
OR AVG 55
Rank #93 / 475
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
26
Facility 26
OR AVG 21
Rank #136 / 375
-5
22
Facility 22
OR AVG 31
Rank #124 / 284
4.4
Facility 4.4
OR AVG 4.4
Rank #122 / 284
Arhc Cfgreor01 Trs, LLCJessica Prater
Kirkland Union Manors
IL
Portland (Lents)
150
Facility 150
OR AVG 67
Rank #10 / 351
No
90
Facility 90
OR AVG 55
Rank #29 / 475
Studio / 1 Bed-------
Rose Villa
IL
NH
SNF
Portland
16
Facility 16
OR AVG 67
Rank #330 / 351
No
29
Facility 29
OR AVG 55
Rank #387 / 475
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Miramont Pointe
IL
AL
MC
RC
Clackamas
186
Facility 186
OR AVG 67
Rank #2 / 351
Yes
15
Facility 15
OR AVG 55
Rank #425 / 475
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
24
Facility 24
OR AVG 21
Rank #179 / 375
B-6
37
Facility 37
OR AVG 31
Rank #211 / 284
6.2
Facility 6.2
OR AVG 4.4
Rank #186 / 284
Mp, LLCTrevor Taylor
Russellville Park
IL
AL
MC
Portland (Hazelwood)
20
Facility 20
OR AVG 67
Rank #325 / 351
Yes
79
Facility 79
OR AVG 55
Rank #93 / 475
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
17
Facility 17
OR AVG 21
Rank #241 / 375
-5
19
Facility 19
OR AVG 31
Rank #107 / 284
3.8
Facility 3.8
OR AVG 4.4
Rank #154 / 284
Russellville III, LLCWilliam Grady
The Springs at Happy Valley
IL
AL
MC
Happy Valley (Rock Creek)
92
Facility 92
OR AVG 67
Rank #69 / 351
Yes
42
Facility 42
OR AVG 55
Rank #327 / 475
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
3
Facility 3
OR AVG 21
Rank #340 / 375
-2
14
Facility 14
OR AVG 31
Rank #63 / 284
7.0
Facility 7.0
OR AVG 4.4
Rank #243 / 284
Hsre-Springs Viii Trs, LLCTimothy Watson
Bonaventure of Tigard
IL
AL
MC
Tigard (Metzger)
23
Facility 23
OR AVG 67
Rank #322 / 351
Yes
35
Facility 35
OR AVG 55
Rank #354 / 475
1 Bed / 2 Bed
27
Facility 27
OR AVG 21
Rank #118 / 375
-4
31
Facility 31
OR AVG 31
Rank #174 / 284
7.8
Facility 7.8
OR AVG 4.4
Rank #251 / 284
Bonaventure Of Tigard, LLCMakayla Monaco
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Rose Villa

13505 Se River Road, Portland, OR 97222
Overview of Rose Villa

Rose Villa is a non-profit life plan community in Portland, OR, that offers a wide range of care options, ranging from independent living to long-term care. Promoting a home-like environment, the community ensures older adults’ comfort and healing. With chef-prepared dining, household services, and recreational opportunities, residents can maintain their independence with ease. The community ensures residents receive the right care for their needs and preferences through personalized care plans.

Game and card nights, happy hours, and educational programs promote holistic wellness, ensuring they can live actively and maintain social connections. A saline pool, a 24-hour gym, and a spa are among the top-notch amenities that residents can utilize for leisure and wellness. The Willamette View Health Center, as well as bus stops and other local amenities, are located nearby, making it easier for residents to access their needs. As one of the trusted choices for senior living in Oregon, this life plan community strives to help older adults age in place.

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Miramont Pointe

11520 Se Sunnyside Rd, Clackamas, OR 97015
Overview of Miramont Pointe

Conveniently located in Clackamas County, Clackamas, Oregon, Miramont Pointe is an elegant senior living community that offers assisted living and memory care. Residents here are able to live comfortably with access to a wide range of care services, including personal assistance with activities of daily living such as bathing, dressing, and medication management. An on-site team is available 24 hours a day, providing utmost peace of mind to residents.

Residents dealing with memory loss are empowered to live dignified, well-rounded lives with the community’s Montessori Inspired Lifestyle approach to memory care. Three chef-inspired meals per day, weekly housekeeping, linen and towel services are provided to make sure residents are free from the common hassles of daily living. With plenty of free time on their hands, residents can freely enjoy the community’s wide array of life-enrichment programs and activities.

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Overview of Russellville Park

Russellville Park sits in Portland’s Hazelwood neighborhood at 20 SE 103rd Ave, and it covers a lot of ground under one address: independent living, assisted living, and memory care, all offered at the same community. The Walk Score here is 79, solidly in “very walkable” range, so most errands are doable on foot and there’s enough nearby to make walking a real option, not just a technicality. Seventeen years in, this isn’t a new operation.

It’s a 3-story building with 20 beds, and the apartment mix runs studio, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom. That range matters because independent living, assisted living, and memory care residents often need different amounts of space, and having options under one roof means a resident’s needs can shift without necessarily requiring a move somewhere new.

Meals are chef-prepared, and there’s a bistro on-site for something more casual when a full dining experience isn’t what someone wants that day. Residents also get a pool, a movie theater, a fitness center, and a library to use, plus a running calendar of fitness programs, arts and crafts, and social gatherings. Pets are allowed here too, which is worth mentioning specifically, since for a lot of people moving into senior living, leaving a pet behind isn’t really on the table.

Regulatory oversight comes from Oregon’s Department of Human Services, Aging and People with Disabilities, and the recurring inspection themes touch several areas: fire safety systems, emergency preparedness, staffing credentials, care planning documentation, dietary and food service, and general housekeeping. That’s a broad spread of categories, which lines up with how thoroughly this type of community gets reviewed across the board. Taken together, Russellville Park is a mid-sized, multi-level care community with a genuinely walkable location and a built-out amenity list that spans dining, recreation, and daily activity.

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Overview of The Springs at Happy Valley

Overlooking the tranquil area in Clackamas County, Happy Valley, OR, The Springs at Happy Valley is a vibrant senior living community that offers independent living, assisted living, and memory care. Residents can comfortably retire in bright and accommodating apartments that come in variations of one-, two-, and three-bedroom apartments. Every day is an opportunity to relax with home maintenance handled and an array of interesting activities and amenities offered.

At The Springs at Happy Valley, residents live a full and happy life built around their interests and hobbies with an array of enriching activities. Residents also enjoy access to a broad range of amenities, including a heated indoor pool & spa, a wellness center with a full-service salon & day spa, and a fully equipped fitness center for group workout classes or personal training. Designed to delight and inspire, The Springs at Happy Valley offers an environment that encourages residents to live vibrant and fulfilling lives.

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Overview of Bonaventure of Tigard

Bonaventure of Tigard is where a vibrant community intertwines assisted living and memory care services. Nestled in the heart of Oregon’s lively Tigard, this residence offers easy access to the bustling Washington Square Mall and Bridgeport Village, infusing life with convenience and vibrancy.

Comfortable lounge areas and inviting patios beckon residents to unwind and connect. The community also takes pride in its offerings, boasting a full-service salon, a movie theater, and a well-equipped fitness center. With a dedicated 24-hour staff, residents can enjoy a continuum of care and support. Varied floor plans cater to individual preferences, ensuring a perfect fit for every resident. Safety is paramount, and amenities like a whirlpool, free Wi-Fi, and restaurant-style dining contribute to a holistic living experience. 

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The Ridge at Oregon City

13669 Gaffney Ln, Oregon City, OR 97045
Overview of The Ridge at Oregon City

Featuring independent living, The Ridge at Oregon City is a vibrant senior living community located in the serene neighborhood of Gaffney Lane, Oregon City, OR. Have a relaxing time within the cozy and intimate residences of The Ridge at Oregon City. Live your golden years doing what you love with care and support from a compassionate and well-trained team.

Reignite passions and seek new adventures with exciting activities and fun programs conducted for enjoyment and wellness. Cherish personal moments and create lasting memories with friends in the bright and airy spaces of The Ridge at Oregon City. The community serves healthy and tasty meals for dietary satisfaction. The Ridge at Oregon City is ideal for seniors looking to live an active retirement with its bright and inviting community filled with incredible amenities and relaxing spaces.

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Overview of Chaucer Court

Chaucer Court is at 1019 SW 10th Ave in Southwest Portland, and it’s made for independent adults who are 55 or older. The building has been standing since the 1920s, and it’s now listed on the National Register of Historic Places. Back in 2011, it went through a full renovation, but the update didn’t erase the past. Original touches like terra-cotta lanterns and a stained-glass window are still there, just paired now with newer, modern features. The community has been up and running for 15 years, so it’s well past its early days.

Residents can choose from studio or one-bedroom apartments, each between 445 and 510 square feet. But what really sets this place apart is how walkable it is. Chaucer Court has a Walk Score of 100, the highest a location can get. That means daily errands don’t call for a car at all. Downtown Portland is about 0.4 miles away, the Pearl District is just next door, and public transit puts places like the Portland Art Museum, the Oregon Historical Society, and the Arlene Schnitzer Concert Hall within easy reach, no driving needed.

On top of that, residents have access to transportation services and options for fitness and recreation. None of it is dressed up to sound bigger than it is. This is simply a historic building in one of Portland’s best-connected neighborhoods, made for people who want their independence without giving up quick access to city life. All together, Chaucer Court comes down to its location: walkable, close to transit, and part of a piece of Portland’s preserved history.

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Overview of The Village Retirement Center

The Village Retirement Center boasts world-class hospitality in a nurturing environment. The approach to exemplary senior living is found in the compassionate and respectful service delivered by the staff. Its respectable level of senior care proudly fits the warm and inviting atmosphere of the home. For over 60 years, The Village has provided a haven for seniors to fulfill their goals.

The Village’s residents can enhance their quality of life through the community’s range of features, which include a culinary dining experience, a cafe, laundry facilities, a social room, landscaped areas, a library, and a meeting room, with services that include housekeeping, transportation, scheduled activities, and ADLs.

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Overview of CherryWood Village

CherryWood Village is a senior living community situated at 1417 SE 107th Avenue in the Hazelwood neighborhood of Portland, Oregon. Managed by Senior Executive Director Tye Gabriel, the campus offers independent living, assisted living, and memory care services under one roof.

The mid-rise development provides residential options in studio, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom apartment layouts. Amenities include an arts and crafts studio, a movie theater, a putting green, and an on-site chapel. The community provides scheduled transportation services and a calendar of regular fitness and recreation programs.

The property is pet-friendly and features a neighborhood walk score of 69, meaning the surrounding area is moderately walkable. Sited about six miles east of downtown Portland, the location sits roughly a quarter-mile from Adventist Health Portland.

Prospective representatives can contact the Southeast 107th Avenue administrative office directly to confirm current apartment availability, verify floor plans, or arrange an in-person tour.

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Overview of Homewoods on the Willamette

Live a wonderful retirement experience in Homewoods on the Willamette, a thriving community in Portland, OR, designed for independent living. Residents here are welcomed in bright and spacious accommodations with 24-hour security and optional housekeeping services for their safety and convenience. The community offers access to an on-site convenience store and scheduled transportation services to make sure residents have easy access to their necessities and local amenities.

With fun exercise, activities, and recreational activities held in their activity room, residents are encouraged to maintain an active and fulfilling retirement life. Excellent amenities like flexible dining plans, cozy common areas, a library, and a salon are available to further enhance residents’ living experience. Here, you can fully enjoy your independence and curate the retirement life you want with all the conveniences you need.

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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 Milwaukie, OR

What is the average cost of independent living in Milwaukie, OR?

The average monthly cost of independent living in Milwaukie, OR is approximately $2,200. Actual rates vary by community, level of care, and floorplan.

What is the price range for independent living in Milwaukie, OR?

Independent living in Milwaukie, OR typically ranges from $1,207 - $3,004 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 32 independent living communities in Milwaukie, OR. Use the filters and comparison tools above to compare ratings, amenities, and pricing.

How do I choose the right independent living community in Milwaukie, OR?

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 Milwaukie, OR, 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 Milwaukie, OR?

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.