Page 2 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. HOS (Hospice Care): Comfort-focused care for those with a terminal illness, prioritizing quality of life over treatment. 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.
Better Business Bureau grade for the operating company. Reflects complaint handling and business practices, not clinical care quality.
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.
Murano Senior Living
IL
AL
MC
Seattle
130
Facility 130
WA AVG 78
Rank #21 / 324
Yes
98
Facility 98
WA AVG 52
Rank #7 / 583
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
60.0%
Facility 60.0%
WA AVG 74.7%
Rank #205 / 248
-11
1
Facility 1
WA AVG 8
Rank #204 / 282
33
Facility 33
WA AVG 31
Rank #54 / 279
3.0
Facility 3.0
WA AVG 3.4
Rank #46 / 279
Riverview Retirement Community
IL
AL
CCRC
HC
HOS
MC
Spokane (Logan)
110
Facility 110
WA AVG 78
Rank #52 / 324
Yes
31
Facility 31
WA AVG 52
Rank #444 / 583
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed--9
3
Facility 3
WA AVG 8
Rank #163 / 282
9
Facility 9
WA AVG 31
Rank #29 / 279
1.0
Facility 1.0
WA AVG 3.4
Rank #20 / 279
Van Mall Retirement
IL
AL
Vancouver (Vancouver Mall)
110
Facility 110
WA AVG 78
Rank #52 / 324
Yes
52
Facility 52
WA AVG 52
Rank #298 / 583
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
77.3%
Facility 77.3%
WA AVG 74.7%
Rank #133 / 248
A+6
3
Facility 3
WA AVG 8
Rank #118 / 282
23
Facility 23
WA AVG 31
Rank #131 / 279
3.8
Facility 3.8
WA AVG 3.4
Rank #217 / 279
Village Concepts of Issaquah-Spiritwood at Pine Lake
IL
AL
MC
Issaquah (Providence Point)
80
Facility 80
WA AVG 78
Rank #137 / 324
No
43
Facility 43
WA AVG 52
Rank #367 / 583
Studio / Alcove / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
90.0%
Facility 90.0%
WA AVG 74.7%
Rank #42 / 248
A+8
3
Facility 3
WA AVG 8
Rank #118 / 282
29
Facility 29
WA AVG 31
Rank #181 / 279
3.6
Facility 3.6
WA AVG 3.4
Rank #211 / 279
The Cottages of Snohomish
IL
AL
MC
Snohomish (Northwest Snohomish)
84
Facility 84
WA AVG 78
Rank #126 / 324
No
39
Facility 39
WA AVG 52
Rank #390 / 583
-
56.0%
Facility 56.0%
WA AVG 74.7%
Rank #202 / 248
B-7
0
Facility 0
WA AVG 8
Rank #1 / 282
27
Facility 27
WA AVG 31
Rank #42 / 279
3.9
Facility 3.9
WA AVG 3.4
Rank #31 / 279
Protected: Ida Culver House Broadview
IL
AL
MC
Seattle (Broadview)
104
Facility 104
WA AVG 78
Rank #68 / 324
No
58
Facility 58
WA AVG 52
Rank #259 / 583
Studio / Cottage / 1 Bed / 2 Bed / 3 Bed
93.3%
Facility 93.3%
WA AVG 74.7%
Rank #88 / 248
-9
3
Facility 3
WA AVG 8
Rank #163 / 282
30
Facility 30
WA AVG 31
Rank #94 / 279
3.3
Facility 3.3
WA AVG 3.4
Rank #70 / 279
Cascade Inn
IL
AL
Vancouver
120
Facility 120
WA AVG 78
Rank #35 / 324
Yes
70
Facility 70
WA AVG 52
Rank #149 / 583
Studio / 1 Bed
84.2%
Facility 84.2%
WA AVG 74.7%
Rank #73 / 248
-11
2
Facility 2
WA AVG 8
Rank #163 / 282
38
Facility 38
WA AVG 31
Rank #175 / 279
3.5
Facility 3.5
WA AVG 3.4
Rank #122 / 279
Kenmore Senior Living
IL
AL
MC
RC
Kenmore
100
Facility 100
WA AVG 78
Rank #74 / 324
Yes
71
Facility 71
WA AVG 52
Rank #136 / 583
-
79.0%
Facility 79.0%
WA AVG 74.7%
Rank #225 / 248
A+30
0
Facility 0
WA AVG 8
Rank #1 / 282
69
Facility 69
WA AVG 31
Rank #235 / 279
2.3
Facility 2.3
WA AVG 3.4
Rank #36 / 279
Franke Tobey Jones
IL
AL
CCRC
MC
NH
SNF
Tacoma (West End)
101
Facility 101
WA AVG 78
Rank #72 / 324
Yes
47
Facility 47
WA AVG 52
Rank #335 / 583
-
49.5%
Facility 49.5%
WA AVG 74.7%
Rank #230 / 248
A+7
0
Facility 0
WA AVG 8
Rank #1 / 282
3
Facility 3
WA AVG 31
Rank #84 / 279
0.4
Facility 0.4
WA AVG 3.4
Rank #93 / 279
Mirror Lake Village Senior Living Community
IL
AL
MC
RC
Federal Way
120
Facility 120
WA AVG 78
Rank #35 / 324
Yes
47
Facility 47
WA AVG 52
Rank #335 / 583
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
32.5%
Facility 32.5%
WA AVG 74.7%
Rank #222 / 248
-12
0
Facility 0
WA AVG 8
Rank #1 / 282
41
Facility 41
WA AVG 31
Rank #142 / 279
3.4
Facility 3.4
WA AVG 3.4
Rank #99 / 279

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Overview of Murano Senior Living

Have the time of your life at Murano, an exceptional senior living community in Seattle, WA, offering independent living, assisted living, memory care, and respite care. From studio suites to penthouses, the community has the perfect apartment fit to individual preferences and needs. Residents can rest assured with a dedicated team available to provide support and assistance 24/7. With a specialized memory care community, residents dealing with memory loss are guaranteed excellent care and support provided by a team of compassionate and well-trained caregivers.

Committed to giving its residents a meaningful and engaging living experience, the community offers gourmet dining, a full social calendar, and a warm and caring team. Moreover, residents also relish in an array of amenities, including concierge services, state-of-the-art gym, personal trainers, visiting health services, and massage therapy. An art studio, game room, theater, technology lounge and fireside piano lounge offers a cozy space for enjoyment, or socialization.

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Overview of Riverview Retirement Community

Surrounded by thriving local amenities in Spokane, WA, offering independent living, assisted living, memory care, outpatient therapy, and respite care. With a kind and highly trained team available around the clock, residents can keep their peace of mind and receive the highest quality of care tailored to their needs. Residents also enjoy a hassle-free lifestyle with housekeeping and laundry services.

Here, residents are encouraged to live actively and make new friends with a thoughtfully curated calendar of engaging events and enriching programs. Three delicious and healthy meals are also served daily, catering to residents’ dietary needs and preferences. With additional costs, residents can opt for medication assistance and incontinence care. The community’s many amenities and comprehensive services create the ideal setting for a blissful retirement.

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Overview of Van Mall Retirement

Nestled in the picturesque setting of Vancouver, WA, this retirement community offers an exquisite blend of independent and assisted living, where convenience and comfort harmoniously intertwine. The devoted team is passionate about elevating senior care, ensuring residents are surrounded by exceptional service and a nurturing environment. The community boasts elegantly designed studio alcoves, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom apartments, each featuring full kitchens or kitchenettes, luxuriously upgraded appliances, individually controlled heating and air-conditioning units, and state-of-the-art emergency communication systems.

Residents can indulge in a range of splendid amenities, including serene private walking paths, charming gardening spaces, a dynamic fitness program, and an engaging brain fitness program. Seasonal menus with delectable and healthy choices enhance the dining experience, while the vibrant, supportive community fosters both wellness and enjoyment. Here, every day is a celebration of life, where comfort meets elegance, and every moment is an opportunity for joy and fulfillment

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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.

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The Cottages of Snohomish

1124 Pine Ave, Snohomish, WA 98290
Overview of The Cottages of Snohomish

Serving older adults in the Northwest Snohomish neighborhood of Snohomish, Washington, The Cottages of Snohomish is a senior living community. It offersassisted living, memory care, and respite care. The 84-bed community is about 1 mile from the city centre. It has served residents for 9 years, which is currently home to 51 residents.

Residents can receive assisted living, memory care, or short-term respite care, so they can remain in the same community if their needs change or if temporary support is needed. Staff are available around the clock. Housekeeping and laundry services are offered here. Residents also enjoy an outdoor courtyard along with organised activities and programmes that encourage social connection and engagement.

The Cottages of Snohomish accepts Medicaid, which can help eligible families manage the cost of care. State inspections by the Washington Department of Social and Health Services have mainly reviewed medication administration, staff response to resident call systems, and documentation practices. Inspection reports have also noted that the community is clean and responsive in its daily operations.

The neighbourhood has a Walk Score of 39, making it somewhat walkable. There are several local shops and services within walking distance, but most errands and outings will require a car. When touring The Cottages of Snohomish, families should ask about daily programming and current room availability.

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Overview of Cascade Inn

Cascade Inn offers assisted living and independent living in Vancouver, WA. Assisted living includes help with daily tasks such as dressing, bathing, and medication while a resident maintains a private apartment. Independent living provides private living with community services and no daily care. Having both care levels in one community may suit a resident whose needs could grow over time and who may want to remain in the same place.

The community has 120 beds, with studio and one-bedroom layouts. A studio provides one private living space, while a one-bedroom layout has a separate bedroom. Pets are allowed, which means residents can keep a pet with them. Medicaid acceptance may matter to families whose savings may not cover a long stay. A Walk Score of 70 out of 100 means the area is very walkable, with most errands possible on foot, so a resident who no longer drives can still get out independently.

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Kenmore Senior Living

7221 Ne 182Nd St, Kenmore, WA 98028
Overview of Kenmore Senior Living

Kenmore Senior Living offers assisted living, independent living, memory care, and respite care in Kenmore, WA. Assisted living includes help with dressing, bathing, and medication while the resident keeps a private apartment. Independent living provides private living with community services and no daily care. Memory care is provided in a secured setting with supervision for a resident at risk of wandering, while respite care gives a family a short stay when the usual caregiver needs to travel or recover.

The combination of care levels may suit a resident whose needs grow over time without requiring a move to another community. The community has 100 beds. Medicaid is accepted, giving a family whose savings may not cover a long stay a payment option, and residents may bring pets with them. Residents can use the salon and spa, fitness center, outdoor spaces, and on site dining, where chef prepared meals are served daily. Transportation services provide an option for travel beyond the community.

A Walk Score of 71 places the area in the very walkable category, with most errands possible on foot. A resident who no longer drives can still get out independently for nearby errands.

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Overview of Franke Tobey Jones

Franke Tobey Jones is a stunning English Tudor-style retirement community in Tacoma, Washington, offering independent living, memory care, skilled nursing care, and assisted living. The community creates a cozy and encouraging atmosphere for seniors by guaranteeing excellent care, weekly housekeeping, and restaurant-style dining. Residents can engage in diverse activities, from educational to recreational pursuits, and even bring along their pets, fostering a home-like atmosphere.

Committed to creating a supportive atmosphere where residents can thrive, the community provides top-notch amenities akin to a luxury hotel while ensuring comprehensive care services. Residents can enjoy refreshments while chatting with their friends at the cafe, attend various exercise classes at the state-of-the-art wellness center, and participate in lifelong learning programs at the community’s senior university. With a focus on resident well-being and comfort, the community strives to make the transition to retirement living seamless and enriching, ensuring seniors feel valued and cared for regardless of their journey.

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Overview of Mirror Lake Village Senior Living Community

Offering assisted living, independent living, memory care, and respite care, Mirror Lake Village Senior Living Community is a senior living community in Federal Way, Washington. It is about 1.5 miles from the city center and approximately 2 miles from St. Francis Hospital. The four levels of care in one community can give families flexibility if a loved one’s needs change over time. The 120-bed community is in a three-story building. It currently operates at about 54% occupancy, so there is meaningful room availability for families planning a move in the near future.

Residents can choose from studio, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom apartments. There are also cottages with full kitchens and private garages for those who want more independence and additional living space. Amenities on-site include an exercise facility, transportation services, and a dining room. The community also welcomes pets, which can make the move feel more comfortable for residents who want to keep a companion animal.

Families can choose Medicaid, giving eligible to help cover the cost of care for eligible residents. The neighborhood has a Walk Score of 47, which is somewhat walkable. A few nearby errands can be completed on foot, although most outings are easier by car.

State inspections conducted by the Washington Department of Social and Health Services have periodically identified issues involving fire and life-safety equipment, including door and sprinkler system maintenance, as well as documentation and monitoring practices related to resident care agreements. A follow-up inspection confirmed that the previously identified issues had been addressed and corrected. This shows the community has responded to inspection findings after they have been identified.

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Overview of Weatherly Inn Tacoma

Located in Tacoma, WA, Weatherly Inn Tacoma has been providing luxurious senior living services since 1989. This family-owned community offers a range of living options, including independent living, assisted Living, memory care, and respite care. Weatherly Inn Tacoma is dedicated to delivering personalized care that strikes the ideal balance between freedom and round-the-clock assistance from their certified nursing team, available 24/7.

Weatherly Inn Tacoma’s mission, rooted in the Bunn family heritage since 1958, is to create a vibrant and engaging environment for seniors. The community offers a variety of amenities, including customized care plans, medication administration, diabetic control, and help with daily activities, in addition to elegant and roomy floor plans and gorgeous gardens. Ensuring an active and full lifestyle, residents take pleasure in social meetings, excursions, and a range of events. Weatherly Inn Tacoma offers worry-free utilities, housekeeping, linen services, and transportation to and from appointments, making for a comfortable and worry-free stay.

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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.