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Best Independent Living in Puyallup, WA

Why trust this guide? Our editorial team analyzed 4 independent living communities in Puyallup, WA using WA Dept. of Social and Health Services (DSHS) data, inspection records, complaints, amenities, and facility-level details. How we rank independent living in WA
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Dec 2025
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Avg Walk Score: 36/ 100The average Walk Score across facilities in Puyallup, WA. 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: 109The average licensed bed capacity across facilities in Puyallup, WA. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: 90

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Bonaventure of Puyallup
IL
AL
MC
Puyallup
109
Facility 109
WA AVG 82
Rank #78 / 366
No
49
Facility 49
WA AVG 51
Rank #334 / 628
1 Bed / 2 Bed
79.8%
Facility 79.8%
WA AVG 74.4%
Rank #118 / 285
A+12
4
Facility 4
WA AVG 8
Rank #231 / 285
22
Facility 22
WA AVG 31
Rank #127 / 285
1.8
Facility 1.8
WA AVG 3.4
Rank #35 / 285
Golden Rose
IL
Puyallup (North Puyallup)
-Yes
22
Facility 22
WA AVG 51
Rank #516 / 628
2 Bed------
Julian Estates Gracious Retirement Living
IL
Puyallup
-No
31
Facility 31
WA AVG 51
Rank #469 / 628
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed------
Sunset Garden Senior Living Apartments
IL
Puyallup
-Yes
43
Facility 43
WA AVG 51
Rank #387 / 628
1 Bed / 2 Bed------
Overview of Bonaventure of Puyallup

Bonaventure of Puyallup is a blissful community set near Meridian Habitat Park & Community Center in South Hill, WA, offering assisted living and memory care. Alongside beautifully furnished and cozy accommodations, weekly housekeeping and linen services are provided for residents’ comfort. A compassionate and well-trained team also helps residents with their daily living activities and personal needs around the clock.

A thoughtfully curated calendar of engaging activities and enriching programs is conducted, encouraging residents to live actively and maintain social connections. Residents enjoy mealtimes on their own terms with delectable and healthy meals served daily and a full kitchen in each unit. The community’s serene and welcoming environment creates the ideal setting for residents, even those with cognitive conditions, to thrive in retirement.

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Overview of Golden Rose

Age without worries at Golden Rose, an idyllic community in Puyallup, WA, offering independent living. The community is committed to improving the quality of life of those 55+, providing purposely built and spacious accommodations for their comfort. Laundry spaces and maintenance services are also available, so residents have a worry-free living.

Residents can find new hobbies and make new friends with unending recreational opportunities and cozy gathering spaces. With a full kitchen, residents can prepare meals according to their dietary needs and preferences. This pet-friendly community is equipped with a billiards room, a library, a clubhouse, a BBQ area, and scenic walking paths, creating the ideal setting for residents to have the finest retirement experience.

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Overview of Julian Estates Gracious Retirement Living

Discover a thrilling retirement experience at Julian Estates in Puyallup, WA, an idyllic senior living community that offers independent living. The community features meticulously designed accommodations, including studios, one-bedroom apartments, and two-bedroom apartments with 24-hour emergency pull cords, fire protection systems & sprinklers, and thermostat for year round comfort. A live-in management team is available throughout the day to provide an excellent resident experience.

At Julian Estates, residents are provided plenty of opportunities for connections, entertainment, and new learnings with a full schedule of social, educational and entertaining activities. Providing an ideal blend of wellness and enjoyment, the community features an array of interesting amenities, such as exquisite dining, a 24/7 bar for coffee, snacks, and fruits, comprehensive salon services, a fitness center, beautiful common spaces, and refreshing outdoor areas. If you’re dreaming of an independent, vibrant, and healthy lifestyle, Julian Estates can make it happen.

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Overview of Sunset Garden Senior Living Apartments

Have a blissful retirement at Sunset Garden Senior Living Apartments, a welcoming community in Puyallup, WA, offering independent living. The community has purposely built and spacious one- and two-bedroom floor plans, dedicated to residents’ comfort and safety. Residents also enjoy a hassle-free lifestyle with laundry spaces and maintenance services.

With a jam-packed calendar of engaging activities and enriching programs, residents will not run out of things to do for leisure and wellness. Delightful restaurants and shops are also available nearby, providing residents with a variety of dining options that cater to their dietary needs and preferences. This pet-friendly community features state-of-the-art amenities and exceptional services, ensuring residents live beyond their potential in their golden years.

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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 Puyallup, WA

What is the average cost of independent living in Puyallup, WA?

The average monthly cost of independent living in Puyallup, WA is approximately $2,337. Actual rates vary by community, level of care, and floorplan.

What is the price range for independent living in Puyallup, WA?

Independent living in Puyallup, WA typically ranges from $550 - $4,950 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 4 independent living communities in Puyallup, WA. Use the filters and comparison tools above to compare ratings, amenities, and pricing.

How do I choose the right independent living community in Puyallup, WA?

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 Puyallup, WA, 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 Puyallup, WA?

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.