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Best Independent Living in Silver Spring, MD

Reviewed by Dr. Jordan Weiss
Updated Dec 2025
We analyzed 5 homes in Silver Spring, MD

Sources: CMS Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services, and Maryland Department of Health, Office of Aging and Long Term Care.

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Avg. Monthly cost: $1,870
National average: $5,600
Monthly cost range: $495 - $4,840
National average: $3,400 – $8,200
Avg. Staff-to-Resident ratio: Unknown
National average: 1:6

Compare Independent Living around Silver Spring

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Bedford Court, a CCRC
NH

Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).

AL

Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.

IL

Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support.

Silver Spring (International Drive)
76Yes 64 Studio / 1 Bed34
15%

Male Residents — State Benchmarked 15% of residents are male, compared to the Maryland average of 31%. This facility caters to a majority female resident pool (85% female), consistent with the broader assisted living trend where women significantly outnumber men.

85%

Female Residents — State Benchmarked 85% of residents are female, compared to the Maryland average of 69%. Women comprise the large majority, consistent with national assisted living demographics where women live longer and enter care facilities at higher rates.

95%

White Residents — State Benchmarked 95% of residents are reported as White, compared to the Maryland average of 82%. A higher White share than is typical for assisted living in Maryland in this dataset — compare with peer facilities for local context.

3%

African American Residents — State Benchmarked 3% of residents are reported as African American or Black, compared to the Maryland average of 12%. A lower African American share than is typical in Maryland; local markets still vary widely.

2%

Other Ethnicity Residents — State Benchmarked 2% of residents fall into categories other than White or African American (combined), compared to the Maryland average of 6%. This column aggregates Hispanic, Asian, multiracial, and any other labeled groups that are not classified as White or African American. Reported subgroups in this total: Asian (2%).

2%

Residents Age 65–74 — State Benchmarked 2% of residents are 65–74, compared to the Maryland average of 12%. Fewer younger seniors suggests the resident population skews older, likely requiring higher acuity care and more hands-on support.

8%

Residents Age 75–84 — State Benchmarked 8% of residents are 75–84, compared to the Maryland average of 31%. Below the state norm — the resident mix may skew either younger or older than this typical middle bracket.

65%

Residents Age 85–94 — State Benchmarked 65% of residents are 85–94, compared to the Maryland average of 44%. A high concentration of very elderly residents signals a higher-acuity facility with experience caring for advanced age-related needs.

26%

Residents Age 95+ — State Benchmarked 26% of residents are 95 or older, compared to the Maryland average of 16%. A high proportion of the oldest-old suggests strong end-of-life care experience and very-high-acuity capabilities.

Bedford Court
NH

Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).

AL

Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.

IL

Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support.

MC

Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk.

Silver Spring (International Drive)
76Yes 66 Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed34
15%

Male Residents — State Benchmarked 15% of residents are male, compared to the Maryland average of 31%. This facility caters to a majority female resident pool (85% female), consistent with the broader assisted living trend where women significantly outnumber men.

85%

Female Residents — State Benchmarked 85% of residents are female, compared to the Maryland average of 69%. Women comprise the large majority, consistent with national assisted living demographics where women live longer and enter care facilities at higher rates.

95%

White Residents — State Benchmarked 95% of residents are reported as White, compared to the Maryland average of 82%. A higher White share than is typical for assisted living in Maryland in this dataset — compare with peer facilities for local context.

3%

African American Residents — State Benchmarked 3% of residents are reported as African American or Black, compared to the Maryland average of 12%. A lower African American share than is typical in Maryland; local markets still vary widely.

2%

Other Ethnicity Residents — State Benchmarked 2% of residents fall into categories other than White or African American (combined), compared to the Maryland average of 6%. This column aggregates Hispanic, Asian, multiracial, and any other labeled groups that are not classified as White or African American. Reported subgroups in this total: Asian (2%).

2%

Residents Age 65–74 — State Benchmarked 2% of residents are 65–74, compared to the Maryland average of 12%. Fewer younger seniors suggests the resident population skews older, likely requiring higher acuity care and more hands-on support.

8%

Residents Age 75–84 — State Benchmarked 8% of residents are 75–84, compared to the Maryland average of 31%. Below the state norm — the resident mix may skew either younger or older than this typical middle bracket.

65%

Residents Age 85–94 — State Benchmarked 65% of residents are 85–94, compared to the Maryland average of 44%. A high concentration of very elderly residents signals a higher-acuity facility with experience caring for advanced age-related needs.

26%

Residents Age 95+ — State Benchmarked 26% of residents are 95 or older, compared to the Maryland average of 16%. A high proportion of the oldest-old suggests strong end-of-life care experience and very-high-acuity capabilities.

Wilshire Estates Gracious Retirement Community
IL

Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support.

Silver Spring
-No 47 Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed----------
Seabury at Springvale Terrace
IL

Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support.

AL

Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.

Silver Spring (Springvale Road)
-Yes 92 Private Rooms----------
Victory Forest
IL

Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support.

Silver Spring (Forest Glen)
-Yes 33 1 Bed----------
3 RN's Supported LifeCare
Silver Spring
4
A Wellshire Manor Serenity Gardens Home - Arcola
Silver Spring
5
Abesha Home Care
Silver Spring
2
Acumen Care
Silver Spring
5
Advantage
Silver Spring
8
Adventist Behavioral Health Manor
Silver Spring
1625
Allset Carevilla I
Silver Spring
5
An An Assisted Living
Silver Spring
5
Angels Garden II
Silver Spring
8
Angels Garden III
Silver Spring
8
Apple Blossoms II
Silver Spring
5
Arbor View Caring Home
Silver Spring
5
Assisted Living of Silver Spring
Silver Spring
8
Atrium Active Home
Silver Spring
8
Atrium Stonecrest Home
Silver Spring
8
Avonlea Ridge II
Silver Spring
5
Bliss Villa Elder Care II
Silver Spring
5
Blossom Haven
Silver Spring
5
Care For Me Home
Silver Spring
5
Care Personnel Healthcare
Silver Spring
8
Cedar Creek - Clifton Woods
Silver Spring
8
Cresthaven
Silver Spring
8
Elder Companion Home of Maryland II
Silver Spring
8
Embrasse Moi
Silver Spring
5
Fair Heart at Bainbridge
Silver Spring
5
Fair Heart at Cabinwood
Silver Spring
5
Fair Heart at Foxhall
Silver Spring
5
Good Hope Home Care
Silver Spring
5
Good Hope Home Care II
Silver Spring
5
Goshen Caring Hands
Silver Spring
5
Hands & Heart 2
Silver Spring
5
Heart 2 Heart
Silver Spring
5
Hibiscus House
Silver Spring
5
Himalayan Elderly Care I
Silver Spring
5
Himalayan Elderly Care II
Silver Spring
1424
Homecrest Assisted Living
Silver Spring
8
J'Rose II
Silver Spring
5
Jeya's
Silver Spring
7
JK House of Grace II
Silver Spring
8
JK House of Grace III
Silver Spring
8
Joseph Home
Silver Spring
8
La Familia III
Silver Spring
8
Magnolia House
Silver Spring
8
Maryland Seniors
Silver Spring
5
Montgomery Eldercare III
Silver Spring
5
Montgomery Eldercare IV
Silver Spring
5
Necitas 2 - Eldrid
Silver Spring
8
Necitas 3 - Shaw
Silver Spring
8
Necitas 5 - Priscilla
Silver Spring
5
Necitas Home - Overton
Silver Spring
8
New Haven
Silver Spring
8
Nu-Life - Davan
Silver Spring
5
Nu-Life - Partridge
Silver Spring
5
Quality Spring
Silver Spring
8
Quality Spring 2
Silver Spring
5
Rejuvenation I
Silver Spring
8
Rose Garden Residence
Silver Spring
8
Royals Assisted Living
Silver Spring
5
Serene Haven Care at Vintage Place
Silver Spring
5
Serenity Gardens - Silver Spring
Silver Spring
8
Shanandale
Silver Spring
5
Silver Spring
Silver Spring
8
Summerwood Garden
Silver Spring
8
Sunnyside Manor - Silver Spring
Silver Spring
5
Surehealth of Silver Spring II
Silver Spring
5
Sweetbriar Hills Home
Silver Spring
5
Veeceen Place
Silver Spring
5
Woodridge Place
Silver Spring
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Bedford Court, a CCRC

3701 International Dr, Silver Spring, MD 20906
Overview of Bedford Court, a Ccrc

Welcome to Bedford Court, a vibrant Continuing Care Retirement Community located within walking distance of the Leisure World shopping center in Virginia. This community offers a comfortable lifestyle, superb amenities, and the highest standards of hospitality and service. 

Residents at Bedford Court enjoy spacious apartment accommodations, a variety of floor plans, fine restaurant-style dining, housekeeping services, and a diverse range of social activities, making it ideal for seniors seeking an active lifestyle. To improve residents’ well-being, scheduled transportation and other conveniences are provided. The community provides peace of mind by offering Assisted Living, Nursing, and Rehabilitative Care services. 

What does this home offer?

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Housing Options: Studio / 1 Bed

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Bedford Court

3701 International Dr, Silver Spring, MD 20906
Overview of Bedford Court

Live a vibrant retirement life with Bedford Court, a blissful senior living community in the serene and beautiful neighborhood of Silver Spring, MD, that strives to provide a welcoming environment filled with warmth and outgoing residents. Here, residents are offered with an active independent living and assisted living lifestyle, as well as skilled nursing and rehabilitation services for those who require assistance in their recovery process. The community provides an array of convenient services, including assistance with daily living activities, medication management, personal care support, and more.

Various conveniences, such as housekeeping, maintenance and concierge services are offered for a maintenance-free living experience. Residents can prepare their own meals or enjoy the community’s restaurant-style dining experience with a great selection of delicately prepared meals served in an elegant dining area. A multitude of hotel-like amenities, such as fitness center, spa, gazebo, activity rooms, a bistro, salon, sun room, and beautiful outdoor spaces are offered to make residents’ living experience more enjoyable.

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Housing Options: Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed

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Building Type: Mid-rise

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Overview of Wilshire Estates Gracious Retirement Community

Experience the epitome of independent living at Wilshire Estates Gracious Retirement Living. The community in Silver Spring, Maryland invites individuals to age with grace in a place where comfort and safety are paramount. Whether they prefer a cozy studio, a spacious one-bedroom apartment, or an elegant two-bedroom retreat, each option is thoughtfully designed to provide both comfort and style, all within the scope of the all-inclusive independent living cost.

From artistic endeavors that nurture their creativity to engaging discussions on current issues, there’s something for everyone to enjoy. The resident travel program further enriches their experience, whisking them away to different destinations at no additional expense, allowing them to explore the world and create lasting memories.

What does this home offer?

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Room Sizes: 388-825 / 513-1,051 / 937-1,001 sq. ft

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Housing Options: Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed

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Building Type: Mid-rise

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Overview of Seabury at Springvale Terrace

Seabury at Springvale Terrace is an active and lively community that has been around since 1924. The community offers residential living, assisted living, and enhanced personal care services. They are proud to feature programs tailored to the needs of specific groups, such as the LGBTQ+ community and older adults who are visually impaired. 

They also have a well-stocked library, cozy TV lounge, hair salon, wellness center, and modern appliances to ensure the comfort and convenience of our residents. Their dining services cater to all dietary needs as well, ensuring that their residents are well-nourished and satisfied for the entirety of their stay. Seabury at Springvale Terrace is more than just a place to live, it’s a community where residents can build lasting friendships and memories.

 

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Pets Allowed

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Housing Options: Private Rooms

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Building Type: Two-story

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Victory Forest

10000 Brunswick Ave, Silver Spring, MD 20910
Overview of Victory Forest

Victory Forest is a budget-friendly senior living community conveniently situated amidst the picturesque landscapes of Silver Spring, Maryland. Nestled within the Capital View neighborhood, Victory Forest presents a haven for those aged 62 and above, offering an array of engaging social events and activities that cater to diverse interests, ensuring an enriching and vibrant lifestyle. Victory Forest’s strategic location brings convenience to the doorstep, with shopping, dining, and entertainment options nearby, coupled with effortless access to major roadways and public transportation. Beyond affordable senior apartments, Victory Forest offers a superior way of life that doesn’t compromise quality.

This assisted living community offers spacious apartment homes thoughtfully designed to accommodate every senior resident’s needs, complete with modern amenities. From fully-equipped kitchens to inviting living rooms featuring Juliet balconies, every detail has been considered to provide utmost comfort. Generously appointed with wall-to-wall carpeting, ample closet space, and medical emergency pull cords, these one-bedroom homes offer both convenience and peace of mind. The landscaped surroundings of Victory Forest blend seamlessly with the residential ambiance, featuring a terrace where residents can unwind, barbecue, and soak in the serene atmosphere. Wheelchair accessibility further ensures inclusivity and convenience for all. Experience a high-caliber lifestyle that fits within the budget at Victory Forest.

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Minimum Age: 62 Years Old

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Room Sizes: 525 - 550 sq. ft

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Housing Options: 1 Bed

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Building Type: Mid-rise

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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.

Public data 6 weighted categories Updated quarterly
Full methodology

Weighting overview

35%
Resident Experience
25%
Regulatory
15%
Visual Media
10%
Website
10%
Stability
5%
Environment
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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
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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
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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
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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
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Community Stability 10%

Operational signals indicating whether a community is well-run and meeting demand.

Includes Occupancy Rate Bed Options
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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.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Independent Living in Silver Spring, MD

What is the average cost of independent living in Silver Spring, MD?

The average monthly cost of independent living in Silver Spring, MD is approximately $1,870. Actual rates vary by community, level of care, and floorplan.

What is the price range for independent living in Silver Spring, MD?

Independent living in Silver Spring, MD typically ranges from $495 - $4,840 per month, depending on the community, room type, and care needs.

How many licensed independent living communities are there in Silver Spring, MD?

According to state licensing records, there are approximately 79 licensed independent living communities in Silver Spring, MD.

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 5 independent living communities in Silver Spring, MD. Use the filters and comparison tools above to compare ratings, amenities, and pricing.

How do I choose the right independent living community in Silver Spring, MD?

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 Silver Spring, MD, 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 Silver Spring, MD?

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.