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Overview of Vancouver Pointe​​

Offering independent living, Vancouver Pointe is a senior living community in the Vancouver Mall neighborhood of Vancouver, Washington. Residents live in private apartments. They can choose from studio, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom floor plans ranging from about 411 to more than 1,500 square feet. The community is open to adults age 55 and older and is housed in a three-story building.

Daily life focuses on convenience rather than personal care. Housekeeping, transportation services, and meals are included. There are also scheduled social and recreational activities and dedicated fitness and recreation programs. These services suit residents who want to maintain their independence while leaving home maintenance and errands behind for a more active, social lifestyle.

Residents can also bring their pets, which can make the move easier for those who want to keep a companion animal.

The area has a Walk Score of 39 out of 100, which is somewhat walkable. Many nearby errands can be handled on foot, but most trips require a car or a ride. Residents who do not drive can use the community’s transportation service to help with appointments and outings.

Starting Price $3,800/Month Info Pricing updated on October 8th, 2026

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Overview of Solista Yakima by Cogir

Based in Yakima, WA, Solista Yakima by Cogir is a close-knit community that provides a vibrant setting for independent living. Residents here find comfort in their studio, one–, or two-bedroom apartments with housekeeping and maintenance services for their convenience. Enjoy easy access to local attractions, recreations, and lifestyle amenities designed to enrich your life.

Exciting activities and programs for arts, fitness, and social interaction are available to help residents curate their daily lives. Delicious and wholesome meals are also served daily in a cozy dining room that fosters bonding and socialization. Here, residents have everything they need to lead the life they want within a vibrant environment that fosters meaningful experiences.

$2,560/Month Info Pricing updated on October 12th, 2026

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Overview of Riverwalk Estates Gracious Retirement Living

Designed with residents’ welfare in mind, Riverwalk Estates Gracious Retirement Living is a welcoming senior living community in Kennewick, WA, that offers vibrant independent living. Residents can choose from a variety of floor plans that they can personalize with their favorite furnishes and treasured belongings. With weekly housekeeping, linen service and convenient transportation services, residents are guaranteed to live conveniently with more time to explore new things or do their hobbies.

Riverwalk Estates aims to elevate its residents’ living experience with enriching activities and conveniently designed amenities. Here, residents enjoy an active and engaged lifestyle with activities like arts and fitness classes or local and foreign travels. A culinary team helps residents stay nourished with freshly-prepared and home cooked meals. Moreover, purposefully designed areas provide an ideal space to relax and enjoy a book, a cup of coffee or a conversation with a new friend. Riverwalk Estates is an ideal place for people seeking vibrant social connections and the freedom to pursue the things they want.

Starting Price $2,820/Month Info Pricing updated on March 6th, 2026

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Overview of Truewood by Merrill, Vancouver

Warm and inviting, Truewood by Merrill, Vancouver is an independent living community situated in the vibrant city of Vancouver, WA, just a short drive from Portland. Residents can choose from a variety of apartments, including studios, one, and two-bedroom options, all designed to support a full and happy lifestyle. The community takes care of household chores and home maintenance, allowing seniors more time to enjoy the many activities and amenities offered. Residents enjoy a prime urban location with plenty of dining and shopping opportunities nearby.

Truewood by Merrill, Vancouver, aims to create a lively and engaging environment where seniors can thrive. They achieve this by providing a wide range of amenities and programs tailored to residents’ interests and hobbies. The community features a theater, large screen TV lounge, billiard lounge, swimming pool, fitness area, TV room, salon, landscaped gardens, and a library. Additionally, residents benefit from chef-prepared meals, on-site maintenance, weekly housekeeping, and a pet-friendly policy. Truewood by Merrill is dedicated to ensuring that every resident enjoys a fulfilling and enjoyable life.

Starting Price $2,950/Month Info Pricing updated on October 7th, 2026

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Overview of Boardwalk Apartments

Located in the heart of downtown Olympia, Washington State, Boardwalk is an affordable and pet-friendly senior apartment community for individuals aged 62 and above. Residents can also take advantage of various community amenities, including a welcoming resident social lounge, secure controlled-entry access, a well-equipped business center, and the convenience of laundry rooms on every floor.

Boardwalk boasts spacious one and 2-bedroom floor plans, each thoughtfully crafted with an abundance of windows to flood the living space with natural light, ample closet space featuring organizers for convenience, and inviting breakfast bars.

Starting Price $1,099/Month Info Pricing updated on October 7th, 2026

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Overview of Colonial Estates

Conveniently located in the harmonious setting of Olympia, WA, Colonial Estates is an exceptional 55+ community that offers independent living. Purposely built and spacious accommodations are provided in a warm and welcoming environment, ensuring residents can feel at ease during their stay. Here, residents have easy access to their needs with nearby local amenities.

Encouraging residents to live actively and make new friends, a thoughtfully curated calendar of engaging activities and exciting events is conducted. Residents also enjoy a variety of dining options with restaurants in the area and a fully equipped kitchen. The community is ideal for those looking to live independently in retirement, especially with its vibrant and friendly setting.

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Overview of Golden Rose

Age without worries at Golden Rose, an idyllic community in Puyallup, WA, offering independent living. The community is committed to improving the quality of life of those 55+, providing purposely built and spacious accommodations for their comfort. Laundry spaces and maintenance services are also available, so residents have a worry-free living.

Residents can find new hobbies and make new friends with unending recreational opportunities and cozy gathering spaces. With a full kitchen, residents can prepare meals according to their dietary needs and preferences. This pet-friendly community is equipped with a billiards room, a library, a clubhouse, a BBQ area, and scenic walking paths, creating the ideal setting for residents to have the finest retirement experience.

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Cristwood

19301 King’s Garden Dr N, Shoreline, WA 98133
Overview of Cristwood

Cristwood is a continuing care retirement community in the Hillwood neighborhood of Shoreline, Washington, offering independent living, assisted living, memory care, and respite care. Independent living provides a private home with community services and no daily care, while assisted living adds help with bathing, dressing, medication, and similar tasks. Memory care offers a secured, supervised setting for someone at risk of wandering, and respite care provides a short stay when a usual caregiver needs to travel or recover.

Having several care levels in one community can suit a resident whose needs may grow over time without requiring a move elsewhere. Room choices include studios, one bedroom units, and two bedroom units, so a resident can choose one private space, separate bedroom and living areas, or a larger layout for a couple moving together. On site, residents can use the restaurant and cafe, spend time in the courtyard, garden, or patio, and access rehabilitation services.

Cristwood opened in 1984. The area has a Walk Score of 42, making it car dependent, with most errands requiring a car or a ride. Community transportation is available for residents who need an alternative to driving themselves.

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Overview of Cristwood Nursing and Rehabilitation

Cristwood Nursing and Rehabilitation is located in the Hillwood neighborhood of Shoreline, Washington, just north of Seattle. The mid-rise building offers independent living, assisted living, and memory care, with studio, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom apartment options.

The campus includes specialized care for individuals living with Alzheimer’s and other forms of dementia, alongside scheduled transit services to help residents get to medical appointments and local errands. The neighborhood has a walk score of 42, so while a few nearby spots are reachable on foot, most trips call for a car or the community’s shuttle service.

The facility is also located near Swedish Edmonds Campus for hospital access. Pets are not permitted on campus. Payment options include private pay as well as Washington state assistance programs.

Individuals and family members can contact the administrative office directly to check available apartment layouts, discuss state assistance coverage, or schedule a tour.

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Overview of Sunset Garden Senior Living Apartments

Have a blissful retirement at Sunset Garden Senior Living Apartments, a welcoming community in Puyallup, WA, offering independent living. The community has purposely built and spacious one- and two-bedroom floor plans, dedicated to residents’ comfort and safety. Residents also enjoy a hassle-free lifestyle with laundry spaces and maintenance services.

With a jam-packed calendar of engaging activities and enriching programs, residents will not run out of things to do for leisure and wellness. Delightful restaurants and shops are also available nearby, providing residents with a variety of dining options that cater to their dietary needs and preferences. This pet-friendly community features state-of-the-art amenities and exceptional services, ensuring residents live beyond their potential in their golden years.

Starting Price $1,135/Month Info Pricing updated on October 7th, 2026

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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