Page 14 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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Avg Walk Score: 52/ 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: 78The average licensed bed capacity across facilities in Washington State. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: 90

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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. HC (Home Care): Professional care delivered in the person's own home, from companionship to skilled nursing. CCRC (Continuing Care Retirement Community): A campus with multiple care levels so residents can age in place without moving.
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.
Red Oak Residence of North Bend
IL
AL
RC
North Bend
38
Facility 38
WA AVG 78
Rank #292 / 324
No
72
Facility 72
WA AVG 52
Rank #129 / 583
-
28.9%
Facility 28.9%
WA AVG 74.7%
Rank #247 / 248
10
4
Facility 4
WA AVG 8
Rank #228 / 282
38
Facility 38
WA AVG 31
Rank #235 / 279
3.8
Facility 3.8
WA AVG 3.4
Rank #240 / 279
Wesley Lea Hill
IL
AL
HC
MC
NH
SNF
Se Auburn (Rivers Bend)
20
Facility 20
WA AVG 78
Rank #314 / 324
Yes
13
Facility 13
WA AVG 52
Rank #536 / 583
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed-4
0
Facility 0
WA AVG 8
Rank #1 / 282
18
Facility 18
WA AVG 31
Rank #157 / 279
4.5
Facility 4.5
WA AVG 3.4
Rank #264 / 279
Evergreen Estates
IL
AL
MC
Clarkston
55
Facility 55
WA AVG 78
Rank #236 / 324
No
28
Facility 28
WA AVG 52
Rank #460 / 583
-
67.3%
Facility 67.3%
WA AVG 74.7%
Rank #181 / 248
4
1
Facility 1
WA AVG 8
Rank #118 / 282
1
Facility 1
WA AVG 31
Rank #33 / 279
0.3
Facility 0.3
WA AVG 3.4
Rank #49 / 279
Merrill Gardens at Tacoma
IL
AL
MC
Tacoma (West End)
65
Facility 65
WA AVG 78
Rank #187 / 324
Yes
80
Facility 80
WA AVG 52
Rank #78 / 583
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed-3
0
Facility 0
WA AVG 8
Rank #1 / 282
--
Fountain Court Assisted Living
IL
AL
RC
Maple Valley
65
Facility 65
WA AVG 78
Rank #187 / 324
Yes
55
Facility 55
WA AVG 52
Rank #283 / 583
--6
0
Facility 0
WA AVG 8
Rank #1 / 282
61
Facility 61
WA AVG 31
Rank #124 / 279
10.2
Facility 10.2
WA AVG 3.4
Rank #205 / 279
The Park at Belle Harbour Assisted Living Community
IL
AL
Bellevue (Wilburton)
100
Facility 100
WA AVG 78
Rank #74 / 324
Yes
38
Facility 38
WA AVG 52
Rank #398 / 583
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed-2
0
Facility 0
WA AVG 8
Rank #1 / 282
--
Regency Pullman
IL
AL
MC
RC
Pullman
84
Facility 84
WA AVG 78
Rank #126 / 324
No
88
Facility 88
WA AVG 52
Rank #49 / 583
-
64.3%
Facility 64.3%
WA AVG 74.7%
Rank #138 / 248
9
6
Facility 6
WA AVG 8
Rank #228 / 282
23
Facility 23
WA AVG 31
Rank #110 / 279
2.6
Facility 2.6
WA AVG 3.4
Rank #55 / 279
Providence Mount St. Vincent
IL
AL
NH
RC
SNF
Sw Seattle (North Admiral)
122
Facility 122
WA AVG 78
Rank #32 / 324
No
60
Facility 60
WA AVG 52
Rank #240 / 583
-
59.8%
Facility 59.8%
WA AVG 74.7%
Rank #200 / 248
9
3
Facility 3
WA AVG 8
Rank #204 / 282
16
Facility 16
WA AVG 31
Rank #84 / 279
1.8
Facility 1.8
WA AVG 3.4
Rank #93 / 279
Skyline
IL
AL
CCRC
MC
NH
SNF
Seattle
34
Facility 34
WA AVG 78
Rank #301 / 324
Yes
98
Facility 98
WA AVG 52
Rank #7 / 583
1 Bed / 2 Bed
82.9%
Facility 82.9%
WA AVG 74.7%
Rank #83 / 248
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Village Concepts of Auburn – Brannan Park
IL
AL
MC
Auburn (Christopher)
100
Facility 100
WA AVG 78
Rank #74 / 324
No
62
Facility 62
WA AVG 52
Rank #214 / 583
Studio / 1 Bed 79.0% 62203.3

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Overview of Skyline

Situated in Seattle, WA, Skyline Nursing Center provides rehabilitation and skilled nursing. Total nurse staffing is 5 hours and 20 minutes per resident per day, representing the daily nursing time allocated to each resident.

The 34-bed community is smaller in scale, which can support regular familiarity between residents and staff. It is also a high-rise with one-bedroom and two-bedroom housing options. Furthermore, the range of care levels may suit a resident whose needs grow over time, since moving between levels can be accommodated without leaving the community. Pets are allowed so that a resident may bring animal companions.

A Walk Score of 98 places the area in a walker’s paradise, where daily errands do not require a car. For a resident who no longer drives, errands can still be completed independently on foot. Payment options are Medicare and private pay. This also indicates that Medicare is used for short-term skilled care after a hospital stay rather than long-term residence.

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Overview of Village Concepts of Auburn – Brannan Park

Spend more time with your family and friends at Village Concepts of Auburn – Brannan Park, an idyllic senior living community in King County, Auburn, WA, offering independent living, assisted living, and memory care support. Choose from a variety of studios and one-bedroom apartments, designed to accommodate seniors’ preferences and needs while allowing for easier provision of care and support. Residents can live as independently as possible with the support of convenient services, such as housekeeping, personal care assistance, and help with activities of daily living.

Indulge in an enriched lifestyle with many opportunities for social engagement, through an array of regularly planned and conducted activities, including ice cream socials, happy hours with live music, and local excursions. Residents also enjoy access to various amenities, such as a library, on-site salon, chapel, and wellness center. Full-time emergency & security services are provided to provide residents immediate response during emergencies. Three delicious meals are served every day to ensure residents receive the nourishment they need to thrive everyday.

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Overview of Patriots Landing

Patriots Landing at 1600 Marshall Circle is a 157-bed assisted living community in Dupont, Washington. Serving residents for the past 21 years, the three-story building offers flexible housing options: studio, one-, and two-bedroom floor plans.

The facility is in a somewhat walkable neighborhood with a Walk Score of 26. In turn, some nearby services may be accessible on foot, but most trips require transportation. The suburban setting of Dupont has a calmer residential environment while staying accessible to larger regional services. The home’s size and multi-story design provide an array of residential choices for individuals or couples seeking assisted living. The various unit types, from studios for single occupants to two-bedroom options for couples wanting to age in place together, allow for flexible living arrangements.

An on-site visit by interested residents and families considering Patriots Landing is suggested to learn about specific care services, daily programming, amenities, dining options, and to tour the offered floor plans. This will help you know if the community’s setting and housing options match your needs.

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Overview of The Gallery at Spokane Assisted & Senior Living

Settled in the vibrant community of Spokane, WA, the Gallery at Spokane Assisted & Senior Living is a welcoming community that offers independent living, assisted living, and memory care services. Charming and spacious accommodations with a wide array of options from studio, to one-bedroom, and two-bedrooms are specially designed to cater to the needs of seniors which include light housekeeping, same-day maintenance responses, and month-by-month contracts.

With its exceptional amenities and services, residents can enjoy weekly shuttle bus excursions, private transport available for personal appointments, a beauty salon and barber shop, and a gym with daily exercises. Moreover, residents can enjoy delightful nutritious meals in all-inclusive restaurant-style dining and its packed schedules of social activities. Through its commitment to fostering an inclusive and engaging environment, seniors are assured of a worthwhile retirement experience.

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The Cottages of Lynnwood

18625 60Th Ave W, Lynnwood, WA 98037
Overview of The Cottages of Lynnwood

Part of the Pacifica Senior Living family, The Cottages of Lynnwood is a single-story assisted living and memory care community in Lynnwood, Washington. The community has served residents for 9 years. There are 72 beds, creating a smaller setting that may appeal to families looking for a more personal environment.

Residents receive support from staff available 24 hours a day, with care based on individual service plans instead of a standard one. Housekeeping services are included. Social and recreational activities give residents regular opportunities to stay active and connected with others in the community.

The community is about 2 miles from Swedish Edmonds Campus and roughly half a mile from downtown Lynnwood, giving residents and families convenient access to nearby hospital care and local amenities. The neighborhood has a Walk Score of 62, which is moderately walkable. Some nearby shops and services can be reached on foot. However, other errands and outings require a short drive.

The Cottages of Lynnwood accepts Medicaid, which can help eligible residents and their families manage the cost of long-term care.

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Overview of Overlake Terrace Assisted & Senior Living

Affiliated with the Stellar Senior Living group, Overlake Terrace Assisted & Senior Living is a 150-bed senior living community in the Overlake neighborhood of Redmond, Washington. The community offers assisted living, independent living, and memory care, allowing residents to move between levels of support as their needs change without relocating. The two-story building has been serving residents for 22 years. It offers studio, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom floor plans for different needs and budgets.

Housekeeping, transportation services, and specialized memory care programming are part of daily life. Residents can participate in fitness and recreation activities and spend time in shared lounge areas and a dedicated recreation room. The community welcomes pets, allowing residents to keep a companion animal after moving in.

Kaiser Permanente Bellevue Medical Center is located 2.67 miles away from Overlake Terrace Assisted & Senior Living, making it easy to access hospital care when it’s needed. The area has a Walk Score of 42, which is somewhat walkable. A handful of nearby errands can be completed on foot, but most outings require a car or ride. The community also accepts Medicaid, giving eligible families another option to cover the cost of care.

Families looking for multiple levels of care in one location may appreciate the flexibility to transition from independent living to assisted living or memory care as needs change over time.

Contact Overlake Terrace Assisted & Senior Living

Overview of Brookdale Park Place

At Brookdale Park Place in Spokane, Washington, residents can enjoy independent living, assisted living, and memory care in a warm, home-like setting. The community is designed to provide a feeling of home, with added security tailored to the needs of memory care residents. Residents can choose from cozy, pet-friendly apartments with plenty of natural light, and the continuum of care allows them to stay in the same place if their needs change over time.

Independent living at Brookdale Park Place offers maintenance-free living in a stylish home within a vibrant social community, with exciting activities, fun neighbors, and kind staff. Assisted living provides personalized care in a warm and welcoming environment, helping residents stay engaged and connected, while memory care residents live in secure apartment-like homes with support from associates trained in caring for seniors with cognitive challenges. The community offers a wide range of activities based on each resident’s needs, from Margarita Mondays and Bible studies to art classes and technology courses. Dining is also a highlight, with delicious restaurant-style meals in the elegant dining room and a focus on creating a sense of belonging for memory care residents.

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Overview of Cascade Village at Smokey Point

Cascade Village at Smokey Point is a retirement community in Marysville, Washington, that offers convenient access to a continuum of care for those 62+. As part of the Josephine Community, it has 63 one and two-bedroom homes and two-bedroom villas in a relatively walkable neighborhood. Rehabilitation, nursing services, and respite care, supplemented by 24-hour staffing, are also offered to meet residents’ needs and preferences. Gourmet dining and housekeeping services are also provided to support residents’ daily living.

Creative activities, fitness classes, and social programs promote social interactions and help residents maintain holistic wellness. A variety of amenities, including a clubhouse, community kitchen, and an indoor pool, are also available on-site. Its location in Marysville earned a Walk Score of 62, making it relatively walkable and allowing residents to access nearby amenities and services on foot. Cascade Village at Smokey Point also features an emergency alert system and a gated campus for residents’ safety.

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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.

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Overview of Truewood by Merrill Gardens

Truewood by Merrill Gardens prides themselves on having a comfortable environment where residents can do as they please and enjoy the experience at the community. Truewood promotes a kind of service that is flexible to the needs of any residents. The independent living, assisted living, and memory care community boasts of being an “attainable resident-and-family-centered” community where it essentially is friendly to the affordability and practicality of what the families need. As independence is promoted by every living option, Truewood boasts a vibrant lifestyle found through the youthful energy given by the residents. Truewood by Merrill Gardens’ seniors are ensured to live a little more enriching during their golden years, making them one of the top ranked senior living communities in the Seattle area. 
Truewood also caters the essential amenities and services available to residents such as the housekeeping and transportation services, dining areas and lounge areas, and a courtyard– to name a few of what they offer. Their private apartments are well maintained and kept by their housekeeping and linen service. Community amenities include shared courtyards, outdoor parkways, and recreational areas that encourage an engagement among seniors.

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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 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.