Page 11 of Best Independent Living in Washington State

Why trust this guide? Our editorial team analyzed 228 independent living communities in WA using WA Dept. of Social & Health Services (DSHS) data, inspection records, complaints, amenities, and facility-level details. How we rank independent living in WA
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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. NH (Nursing Home): 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. SNF (Skilled Nursing Facility): Round-the-clock nursing care, often for recovery after surgery, injury, or illness. MC (Memory Care): Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. RC (Respite Care): Short-term temporary care that gives family caregivers a break. IL (Independent Living): Community living with dining, activities, and transportation for active seniors who need little personal care. HOS (Hospice Care): Comfort-focused care for those with a terminal illness, prioritizing quality of life over treatment.
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 deficiencies (cited regulatory issues) recorded in the selected reporting period. Read alongside inspection counts for context.
The average number of deficiencies this facility receives each time it's inspected, calculated as total deficiencies ÷ total inspections. A lower number suggests more consistent compliance with safety and care standards.
Wenatchee Senior Living
IL
AL
HOS
RC
Wenatchee
84
Facility 84
WA AVG 85
Rank #67 / 150
Yes
89
Facility 89
WA AVG 57
Rank #27 / 235
-
84.5%
Facility 84.5%
WA AVG 72%
Rank #29 / 119
16
8
Facility 8
WA AVG 8
Rank #141 / 144
39
Facility 39
WA AVG 31
Rank #106 / 142
2.4
Facility 2.4
WA AVG 3.4
Rank #53 / 142
RiverWest Senior Living
IL
AL
RC
Wenatchee
56
Facility 56
WA AVG 85
Rank #117 / 150
Yes
89
Facility 89
WA AVG 57
Rank #27 / 235
-
87.5%
Facility 87.5%
WA AVG 72%
Rank #19 / 119
4
3
Facility 3
WA AVG 8
Rank #109 / 144
20
Facility 20
WA AVG 31
Rank #64 / 142
5.0
Facility 5.0
WA AVG 3.4
Rank #118 / 142
Village at the Harbor
IL
AL
Friday Harbor
36
Facility 36
WA AVG 85
Rank #141 / 150
Yes
72
Facility 72
WA AVG 57
Rank #68 / 235
-
72.2%
Facility 72.2%
WA AVG 72%
Rank #65 / 119
4
0
Facility 0
WA AVG 8
Rank #1 / 144
4
Facility 4
WA AVG 31
Rank #15 / 142
1.0
Facility 1.0
WA AVG 3.4
Rank #22 / 142
Cogir of Kent
IL
AL
Kent
140
Facility 140
WA AVG 85
Rank #10 / 150
Yes
72
Facility 72
WA AVG 57
Rank #68 / 235
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed-6
0
Facility 0
WA AVG 8
Rank #1 / 144
14
Facility 14
WA AVG 31
Rank #42 / 142
2.3
Facility 2.3
WA AVG 3.4
Rank #50 / 142
Colonial Vista Senior Living
IL
AL
NH
RC
SNF
Wenatchee
55
Facility 55
WA AVG 85
Rank #119 / 150
Yes
89
Facility 89
WA AVG 57
Rank #27 / 235
-
43.6%
Facility 43.6%
WA AVG 72%
Rank #111 / 119
5
2
Facility 2
WA AVG 8
Rank #88 / 144
12
Facility 12
WA AVG 31
Rank #39 / 142
2.4
Facility 2.4
WA AVG 3.4
Rank #53 / 142
Ciel of Tri-Cities
IL
AL
MC
RC
Kennewick
105
Facility 105
WA AVG 85
Rank #39 / 150
Yes
45
Facility 45
WA AVG 57
Rank #159 / 235
Studio / 1 Bed
54.3%
Facility 54.3%
WA AVG 72%
Rank #103 / 119
11
3
Facility 3
WA AVG 8
Rank #109 / 144
34
Facility 34
WA AVG 31
Rank #96 / 142
3.1
Facility 3.1
WA AVG 3.4
Rank #77 / 142
Olympic Place by Bonaventure
IL
AL
Arlington
81
Facility 81
WA AVG 85
Rank #73 / 150
Yes
52
Facility 52
WA AVG 57
Rank #136 / 235
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
58.0%
Facility 58.0%
WA AVG 72%
Rank #96 / 119
17
6
Facility 6
WA AVG 8
Rank #138 / 144
44
Facility 44
WA AVG 31
Rank #111 / 142
2.6
Facility 2.6
WA AVG 3.4
Rank #59 / 142
Peters Creek Retirement & Assisted Living
IL
AL
MC
RC
Redmond (Grass Lawn)
60
Facility 60
WA AVG 85
Rank #106 / 150
Yes
31
Facility 31
WA AVG 57
Rank #195 / 235
Studio / 1 Bed
71.7%
Facility 71.7%
WA AVG 72%
Rank #68 / 119
11
1
Facility 1
WA AVG 8
Rank #62 / 144
48
Facility 48
WA AVG 31
Rank #118 / 142
4.4
Facility 4.4
WA AVG 3.4
Rank #108 / 142
Guardian Angel Homes Liberty Lake
IL
AL
HOS
MC
RC
Liberty Lake
104
Facility 104
WA AVG 85
Rank #40 / 150
No
41
Facility 41
WA AVG 57
Rank #174 / 235
-
78.8%
Facility 78.8%
WA AVG 72%
Rank #49 / 119
9
4
Facility 4
WA AVG 8
Rank #126 / 144
24
Facility 24
WA AVG 31
Rank #71 / 142
2.7
Facility 2.7
WA AVG 3.4
Rank #62 / 142
Cascades of Chesterley
IL
AL
MC
RC
Yakima (Fruitvale)
96
Facility 96
WA AVG 85
Rank #52 / 150
Yes
50
Facility 50
WA AVG 57
Rank #144 / 235
Studio / 1 Bed
57.3%
Facility 57.3%
WA AVG 72%
Rank #97 / 119
2
0
Facility 0
WA AVG 8
Rank #1 / 144
25
Facility 25
WA AVG 31
Rank #76 / 142
12.5
Facility 12.5
WA AVG 3.4
Rank #141 / 142

Rank badges are statewide and care-type specific: each independent living community is ranked against every other WA independent living community we track that reports that metric, not just the 228 on this page. See how we rank facilities

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Overview of Olympic Place by Bonaventure

Located in Arlington, Washington, Olympic Place by Bonaventure is an assisted living and independent living community about a mile from the town center and less than half a mile from Cascade Valley Hospital. The mid-rise community has 81 beds. It offers studio, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom homes, giving residents a variety of housing options based on their space needs and preferences.

Besides private pay, families can pay through Medicaid to help cover the cost of care. Residents have access to transportation services and fitness and recreation programs. The community welcomes pets, allowing residents to keep their companion animals with them.

The neighborhood is moderately walkable, so some nearby errands can be completed on foot while other destinations are easier to reach by car. About half of the community’s beds are currently occupied, which may give families more flexibility when choosing a room or planning to move.

State inspections by Washington’s Residential Care Services program have reviewed staff training, certification practices, and life safety systems, including fire suppression equipment and alarm testing records. A more recent inspection found that earlier concerns in these areas had been corrected.

Families considering Olympic Place by Bonaventure should ask about current room availability during a tour because the community has several apartment layouts.

Contact Olympic Place by Bonaventure

Overview of Peters Creek Retirement & Assisted Living

Peters Creek Retirement & Assisted Living residential living is delivered with integrity and respect for its seniors. It is a community with unparalleled care for independent living, assisted living, and memory care services. The resident-focused community has a list of endless possibilities that await you in the senior living community; residents are ensured to maintain a sense of individuality that leads to a life of fulfillment. Enjoy first-class hospitality and a unique level of care at the retirement center.

Peters Creek accommodations include a team of professional care staff available 24/7 to deliver assisted living and memory care services. These include ADLs, medication management and supervision, personalized care, stimulating memory care activities, delicious dining experience, and enriching programs.

Contact Peters Creek Retirement & Assisted Living

Overview of Guardian Angel Homes Liberty Lake

One hundred four beds hold 76 residents at Guardian Angel Homes Liberty Lake in Liberty Lake, Washington, and five kinds of care are offered there. Independent living is private living with community services and no daily care. Assisted living here means help with bathing, dressing, and taking medicine. Memory care is a safe area with staff watching over residents who might wander.

Hospice care is offered for people at the end of life. Respite care is arranged for short stays when the main caregiver is away, whether for travel or rest. A resident whose situation changes has somewhere to go without leaving.

Rehabilitation services are included so that strength can be regained after sickness or injury.

The area is given a walk score of 41, which is called somewhat walkable. Most errands are still done by car or ride, especially for residents who no longer drive. A few places may be reached on foot.

Contact Guardian Angel Homes Liberty Lake

Overview of Cascades of Chesterley

A 40-minute drive from Ellensburg, Cascades of Chesterley is one of the best assisted living facilities in the area. Offering assisted living, memory care, and respite care, this facility offers services for seniors with different capabilities and conditions. As for their accommodations for assisted living services, they offer both studio and one-bedroom apartments, giving the seniors the choice of a more private quarters or something more spacious.

Many of the residents at this facility enjoy their time here due to the freedom they receive. From being able to spend time in their social spaces as they make new friends to taking trips to nearby areas and attractions, seniors are able to plan their own day and do it at their own pace. In addition to these options, there are also various activities like bird watching, fitness classes, game nights, and more that the residents can join if they are seeking engagement. This facility offers a lot of flexibility and independence for their residents while also offering support for the daily tasks.

Contact Cascades of Chesterley

Overview of MorningStar Senior Living at Silver Lake

MorningStar at Silver Lake is a prominent senior living community located in the quiet neighborhood of Everett, WA, offering assisted living and independent living. With its beautifully crafted floor plans ranging from one-bedroom to two-bedroom apartments, seniors experience comfort and security at its finest. Enjoy your autonomy and aspire to an active lifestyle with genuine care and support from a dedicated and well-trained team taking care of the household chores.

Interact with the community and live an inspired life with a wide array of engaging activities and nurturing programs. Spend a cozy time in the serene foyer and maintain physical fitness in the stunning fitness center. The community serves healthy and tasty meals catering to dietary needs and tastes. MorningStar at Silver Lake is committed to providing a haven for seniors to age gracefully.

Starting Price $3,775/Month

Contact MorningStar Senior Living at Silver Lake

Overview of Penrose Harbor at Heron‘s Key

Penrose Harbor at Heron’s Key is a continuing care retirement community in Gig Harbor, WA, with independent living, assisted living, memory care, nursing home care, and skilled nursing. Independent living offers private living with community services and no daily care, while assisted living adds help with bathing, dressing, medication, and other daily tasks. Memory care provides a secured, supervised setting for someone at risk of wandering, and skilled nursing or nursing home care provides licensed nursing on site around the clock. The range of care levels may suit a resident whose needs grow over time without leaving the community.

With 49 beds, Penrose Harbor at Heron’s Key is a smaller community where staff and residents can get to know each other. Housing includes one-bedroom suites, giving a resident a single private living space. Respite care offers a short stay when a family caregiver needs to travel or recover, while short-term rehabilitation provides temporary therapy after an illness or hospital stay. Fitness and wellness programming gives residents an organized way to exercise, and rehabilitation services support therapeutic care.

Chef-prepared meals are coordinated with an on-staff nutritionist, bringing nutritional planning into daily dining. Pets are allowed, and the pet-friendly living program supports residents who want to keep a pet with them. Medicaid, Medicare, and private pay are accepted. Total nurse staffing is 6 hours and 30 minutes per resident per day, representing the daily hands-on nursing time assigned to each resident.

The area has a Walk Score of 36 and is car-dependent, so most errands require a car or a ride. Chris Lucero is the director.

Contact Penrose Harbor at Heron‘s Key

Overview of Mountain Glen Retirement Community

Mountain Glen Retirement Community offers nursing home, assisted living, independent living, memory care, respite care, and skilled nursing in Mount Vernon, WA. Assisted living provides help with daily tasks such as dressing, bathing, and medication while a resident keeps an apartment, while independent living provides private living with community services and no daily care. Memory care offers a secured setting with supervision for someone at risk of wandering, and skilled nursing provides licensed nursing care on site around the clock.

Respite care provides short stays, which can suit a family whose usual caregiver needs to travel or recover. With several care levels in one community, Mountain Glen Retirement Community may be a good fit for a resident whose needs grow over time and who may be able to move between care settings without leaving the community. The community has 83 beds.

Restaurant-style dining is available in an array of dining venues, and salon and barber services give residents access to personal grooming within the community. Rehabilitation services are available, while scheduled transportation supports local appointments and trips. Pets are allowed, so a resident can bring a pet when moving into the community.

A Walk Score of 89 places the area in the very walkable band, meaning most errands can be done on foot. Shops, a pharmacy, or cafes may be within a short walk, allowing a resident who no longer drives to get out independently.

Contact Mountain Glen Retirement Community

Overview of Cogir of Vancouver

Cogir of Vancouver offers assisted living, independent living, and memory care in Vancouver, WA. Assisted living includes help with daily tasks, while independent living provides private living with community services and no daily care. Memory care offers a secured setting with supervision for someone at risk of wandering. With several care levels on one campus, the community may be a good fit for a resident whose needs could grow over time.

The community has 90 beds, with studios, cottages, and one bedroom residences. Respite care provides a short stay when a family caregiver needs to travel or recover, and rehabilitation services and short term rehab support temporary recovery needs. Medicaid is accepted, giving families a payment option when a resident qualifies and personal savings may not cover the full stay.

Pets are allowed, so a resident may keep a pet while living there. A salon and barbershop, wellness programs, fitness classes, restaurant style dining, a courtyard, and walking paths provide options for personal care, exercise, meals, and time outdoors. Scheduled transportation is available for rides arranged through the community, and Debbie Woolery is the director. The area has a Walk Score of 44 and is dependent on cars, so most errands require a car or a ride rather than a short walk.

Contact Cogir of Vancouver

Hearthstone Senior Living

802 East Mountain View Ave, Ellensburg, WA 98926
Overview of Hearthstone Senior Living

Hearthstone Senior Living offers assisted living and independent living in Ellensburg, WA. Assisted living provides help with daily tasks such as dressing, bathing, and medication while a resident maintains a private living space. Independent living provides private living with community services and no daily care, and the two care levels can suit a resident whose needs may grow over time.

The community has 69 beds. Pets are allowed, so a resident can keep a pet in the community. A Walk Score of 92 out of 100 places the area in a walker’s paradise band, meaning daily errands do not require a car and a resident who no longer drives can still get out independently.

Contact Hearthstone Senior Living

Overview of Merrill Gardens at Kirkland

Situated near the bustling but cozy downtown area of Kirkland, WA, Merrill Gardens at Kirkland is an excellent senior living community offering independent living and assisted living. Featuring 115 studio, one, and two bedroom apartments, the community offers a secure and comfortable residence with access to concierge services, weekly housekeeping, and on-site maintenance. Residents are also guaranteed peace of mind with 24-assistance from a dedicated team.

Fostering an active and vibrant lifestyle, the community conducts an array of enriching activities overseen by their passionate Active Living Program Director. Their diverse wellness programs and convenient services, including scheduled transportation, and restaurant-style dining, ensures residents’ overall well-being. Amenities include a well-curated library, movie theater, wine bar, salon, cozy living areas, courtyard, and piano for musical enjoyment.

Starting Price $3,995/Month

Contact Merrill Gardens at Kirkland

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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Independent Living in Washington State at a glance

Avg Walk Score: 57/ 100The average Walk Score across facilities in Washington State. 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: 85The average licensed bed capacity across facilities in Washington State. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: 90
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Frequently Asked Questions about Independent Living in Washington

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 228 independent living communities in Washington. Use the filters and comparison tools above to compare ratings, amenities, and pricing.

How do I choose the right independent living community in Washington?

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 Washington, 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 Washington?

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.