Page 2 of Best Independent Living in Washington State

Overview of The Watermark at Bellevue

Offering assisted living, independent living, memory care, and respite stays, The Watermark at Bellevue is a senior living community in Bellevue, Washington. The community is about a mile from downtown Bellevue and just over half a mile from Kaiser Permanente Bellevue Medical Center. Residents and families have convenient access to nearby hospital care. The neighborhood has a Walk Score of 89. It’s very walkable with many shops, services, and everyday destinations within walking distance.

The 140-bed community currently houses 54 residents, leaving room for future growth. Residents can choose from private or shared suites, and the community welcomes pets. Chef-prepared meals are served in a full-service dining room. There’s also a fitness center, outdoor courtyards, and a regular schedule of activities that help residents stay active and engaged.

Residents are supported by a 24-hour care team. There are also concierge and transportation services that make it easier to get to appointments and local outings. The community has a secure underground parking garage with electric vehicle charging stations for residents and visiting family members who drive. Medicaid is accepted, giving eligible families another option to pay for care.

State inspections by Washington’s Department of Social and Health Services, Residential Care Services, have reviewed staff health screenings, equipment fit testing, and documentation of required medical testing. Some inspections have also found the community in full compliance with state licensing requirements. Families touring The Watermark at Bellevue should ask how these procedures are managed as part of everyday operations.

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Starting Price $4,195/Month Pricing updated on October 7th, 2026

Overview of Horizon House

Horizon House sits right in downtown Seattle, at 900 University Street, and the location does a lot of the talking. A Walk Score of 98 puts it about as close to a walker’s paradise as it gets. Most errands, appointments, and outings don’t require a car at all. The 90-bed high-rise offers independent living, assisted living, memory care, and respite care, all under one roof, with Brittany Hallett leading the community.

Occupancy sits at 73 percent, meaning 66 of the 90 beds are filled. Apartment layouts run from one-bedroom to two-bedroom to penthouse, so there’s some range depending on what a resident needs or can afford.

Health and wellness, arts and culture, civic engagement, creative endeavors, gardening, lifelong learning, philanthropy, dining and nutrition education, and exercise and movement are all named, structured tracks; rehabilitation services are available too. On the amenity side, residents get an aquatic center, a balance and mobility fitness program called BEAM, a massage studio, and acupuncture, plus everyday conveniences like valet parking, a concierge desk, and group transportation for outings. Pets are welcome, which matters for anyone not willing to leave a companion behind.

State inspections here have tended to center on fire-safety systems, emergency preparedness, staffing and staff credentials, and care planning and documentation, the same broad categories regulators watch across most licensed communities. Medicaid is accepted, giving families a coverage option to factor into long-term planning.

What emerges is a downtown high-rise built for residents who want walkability, a genuinely broad program calendar, and room to move between care levels without relocating, provided the tradeoffs of urban high-rise living fit what a family is looking for.

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.

Overview of Merrill Gardens at Renton Centre

Merrill Gardens at Renton Centre offers independent living, assisted living, and memory care in Renton, WA’s Burnett Avenue South neighborhood. The community has 110 beds. Independent living provides private living with community services and no daily care, while assisted living offers help with bathing, dressing, medication, and other daily tasks while the resident keeps an apartment. Memory care provides a secured setting with supervision for someone at risk of wandering.

Having all three care levels in one community may suit a resident whose needs grow over time, since a move from independent living to assisted living or memory care can happen without leaving the community. Housing includes studios, one-bedroom apartments, and two-bedroom apartments. A studio is one private space, while a two-bedroom can work for a couple moving together or for someone who wants a companion. The starting price is $3,800 per month, which marks the entry point rather than a universal rate for every resident or care level.

Medicaid is accepted as a payment option for families using that program to help cover a long stay. Pets are allowed, so a resident can keep a pet in the community. A Walk Score of 93 places the area in a walker’s paradise, meaning daily errands do not require a car and a resident who no longer drives can still get out independently. The fitness center offers an on-site place to exercise, and anytime dining lets residents eat outside a fixed meal schedule. Shelley Thompson, MPA, CDAL, serves as the director.

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Starting Price $3,800/Month Pricing updated on October 7th, 2026

Overview of Mirabella Seattle

Mirabella Seattle is a continuing care retirement community in Seattle’s South Lake Union neighborhood, offering independent living, assisted living, memory care, and skilled nursing. Independent living provides a private home without daily care, assisted living includes help with bathing, dressing, and medication, memory care offers a secured setting with supervision, and skilled nursing provides licensed nursing care around the clock. The range of care levels may suit a resident whose needs grow over time, since moving between levels can happen within one community.

The community has 63 beds, with one bedroom, two bedroom, and three bedroom apartments. A one bedroom apartment provides one private living space, while two and three bedroom apartments add rooms for a couple or household. The $10,000 entrance fee is an upfront amount to include in the move in budget, and accepted payment sources are Medicaid, Medicare, and private pay.

Total nurse staffing is 4 hours and 18 minutes per resident each day, representing the daily nurse staffing time available to each resident. An indoor saline pool supports aqua aerobics, water exercise, and water volleyball, while rehabilitation services provide therapy at the community. Chef prepared meals, in room dining, and a bistro or café offer different ways to eat, including private dining for family events, and a Walk Score of 99 places the area in the walker’s paradise band, so daily errands do not require a car and a resident who no longer drives can still get out independently.

Nestled in the serene town of Ellensburg, Washington State, Ellensburg Senior Living is a distinguished retirement community offering a comprehensive range of living options, including Independent Living, Assisted Living, and Memory Care. Each day presents new opportunities for residents to enjoy themselves and connect with friends and loved ones on campus.

Ellensburg Senior Living’s mission is to provide seniors with a well-balanced mix of support and independence, thoughtfully customized to meet their unique and individual needs. Ellensburg Senior Living‘s amenities include housekeeping services and chef-prepared dining, creating an environment where residents can lead their best lives in peace and comfort. Overall, the community is designed to enhance the well-being and quality of life of every resident they serve.

Overview of Village Concepts of Issaquah-Spiritwood at Pine Lake

Burrowed in the bustling area of King County, Issaquah, WA, Village Concepts of Issaquah, Spiritwood at Pine Lake is a blissful senior living community that offers active senior living for all phases of life, including independent living, assisted living, and memory care. The community features a variety of spotless and inviting apartments in variations of studios, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom apartments. The community takes pride in providing its residents with plenty of unique services, including a mobile podiatrist, hygienist and hearing specialist.

Fostering an invigorating lifestyle with plenty of opportunities for social connection, enjoyment, and fun, the community organizes a variety of stimulating activities and events. Residents enjoy local northwest bus outings, weekly happy hour with live entertainment, men’s and women’s social groups, Winey Wednesdays and other regularly conducted activities. Personal care and support, including housekeeping, meals, and assistance with activities of daily living, help residents live as independently as possible while guaranteeing their happiness and health.

Franke Tobey Jones is a continuing care retirement community in Tacoma, Washington, with independent living, assisted living, memory care, nursing home care, and skilled nursing. Independent living offers a private residence with community services but no daily care, while assisted living adds help with tasks such as dressing, bathing, and taking medications. Memory care provides a secured setting with supervision for someone at risk of wandering.

Nursing home and skilled nursing services provide licensed nursing care on site around the clock. The community has 101 beds, accepts Medicaid, and allows pets, so residents can keep their pets while living there.

Rehabilitation services and short term rehab support temporary recovery needs. Respite care offers a short stay when a usual caregiver needs to travel or recover.

A Walk Score of 47 places the area in a car dependent setting, meaning most errands require a car or a ride. A resident who no longer drives would generally need transportation for errands. Franke Tobey Jones may be a good fit for a resident whose needs grow over time because its multiple care levels can support a move between settings without leaving the community.

Overview of Weatherly Inn Tacoma

Weatherly Inn Tacoma in Tacoma, WA, covers independent living, assisted living, respite care, and memory care. Independent living gives a resident a private residence along with community services, without anyone coming in for daily assistance. Assisted living adds support, with staff available when dressing, bathing, or taking medication poses challenges.

Memory care is secured and supervised, for individuals at risk of wandering. Respite gives the family caregiver a short stay for the resident while they are traveling or recuperating. With these levels available on one campus, a resident whose needs increase doesn’t need to relocate.

Options for units include a studio, a one-bedroom, or a two-bedroom. A studio is a single private space. Couples and individuals seeking companionship can opt for a two-bedroom.

The community is located in the West End neighborhood of Tacoma and has 130 beds. Medicaid is accepted, aiding a family when their savings fall short for an extended stay. Pets can reside there as well.

A Walk Score of 47 is car-dependent. Individuals who have ceased driving typically require a person to drive them for most errands.

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Starting Price $3,690/Month Pricing updated on October 8th, 2026

Overview of Brookdale Canyon Lakes

Nestled on a 25-acre campus in Kennewick, Washington, Brookdale Canyon Lakes is a retirement community that offers independent and assisted living options. The community takes care of housekeeping, laundry, and yard maintenance, allowing residents to pursue their passions, reignite their social lives, or learn new skills. Residents have access to a variety of amenities, including an indoor swimming pool and fitness center, as well as a range of activities such as paint and sip classes, book clubs, and shopping trips. The community also provides 24/7 staff availability for emergencies and personalized care, ensuring residents only pay for the services they need.

Independent living at Brookdale Canyon Lakes offers a vacation-like lifestyle, with stylish apartments, restaurant-style dining, and opportunities to connect with friends. Assisted living provides additional support for daily living activities, with programs and team members in place to help with tasks like bathing and dressing, as well as recreational activities and scheduled transportation. Residents can enjoy the charm and vibrancy of the Tri-Cities region, with access to local wineries, breweries, and outdoor recreation.

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$6,370/Month Pricing updated on October 7th, 2026