Page 23 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

The Villas at Ridgemont

2049 Pottery Ave, Port Orchard, WA 98366
Overview of The Villas at Ridgemont

The Villas at Ridgemont are an Independent-Living community in the Avamere Living network of facilities. Sharing a parking lot with Avamere Rehabilitation at Ridgemont, The Villas offer high-quality senior living in the Port Orchard area, with easy access to higher levels of care. The staff at The Villas makes sure each resident has the freedom to live the life they choose, with a variety of community programs each month and top-quality customer service.

Prepare for a comfortable and beautiful place to call home, with private verandas, large windows, and numerous floor plans to suit your needs. The large, private dining room offers daily meals, as well as a variety of events and entertainment options. There are also laundry machines on every floor, a library and game room, an event space with full kitchen, and a beautiful resident lobby to socialize in. The Villas at Ridgemont provide top-quality service, access to care, and the independent lifestyle you or your loved one is looking for. Make an appointment today!
Expect luxury and comfort to be the driving forces of the community. Its premier independent living services and all-inclusive features include ALDs, recreational activities, wellness programs, medication management, engaging programs, scheduled outings, housekeeping, laundry services, and personalized care tailored to their unique needs. Other exclusive accommodations include a therapy gym, licensed nurses available 24/7, on-site therapists, wellness checks, and telemedicine assistance.

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Overview of DeTray‘s Colonial Inn Retirement Apartments

DeTray’s Colonial Inn Retirement Apartments is located in Olympia, Washington State, an assisted living community. With a 24-hour staffed front desk, residents can embrace a worry-free and engaging lifestyle at DeTray’s Colonial Inn Retirement Apartments.

Senior residents get access to secure independent apartments, including studios, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom options. They also enjoy various amenities and services, including three daily meals, transportation for doctor’s appointments and shopping, light housekeeping, linen service, and a weekly calendar filled with activities and entertainment.

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Overview of Kmj Adult Family Home

Located at 712 W Westmont Way in Spokane’s Town and Country neighborhood, Kmj Adult Family Home is one of three KMJ communities operating in the city. The walk score is 36, so transportation is a practical necessity for most outings. Providence Holy Family Hospital is about 1.55 miles away.

The care range here is broad for a residential-model community. Assisted living, independent living, memory care, residential care, and respite care are all offered at this location. Licensed nurses and CNAs staff the home around the clock. Medication management, help with activities of daily living, personal care, social services, and transportation are all part of what the facility provides. Individualized care plans are developed for each resident, and rehabilitation services are available on-site. Room and board and laundry are included.

The adult family home format means a smaller, more residential setting than a traditional assisted living building. That structure shapes the experience considerably: fewer residents, a home-style environment, and direct care from licensed nurses and CNAs rather than a larger institutional staff model.

Kmj Adult Family Home suits people who need memory care, respite, or ongoing residential support in a home-scale setting in northern Spokane, with 24-hour licensed nursing coverage and a care model that spans from independent living through dedicated memory care.

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Overview of Brookdale Olympia East

Brookdale Olympia East offers independent and assisted living options for seniors south of Seattle on the picturesque Olympic Peninsula. This pet-friendly assisted living community fosters a warm and welcoming environment where residents can enjoy the companionship of fellow residents and find solace in the compassionate staff available on-campus around the clock, ready to respond to emergencies.
At Brookdale Olympia East, senior residents can leave behind chores and maintenance to focus on their interests and passions, all while having access to assisted living support if needed. The dedicated staff handles daily tasks like cooking and cleaning, allowing residents to embrace a vibrant social calendar and build meaningful connections with new friends. With various floor plans, including apartment homes with lovely garden views, residents can choose a living space that suits their preferences. Brookdale Olympia East is where worry-free living meets the comforts of home and where seniors can thrive in a supportive community.

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Overview of Merrill Gardens

Merrill Gardens is an assisted living community in Seattle, WA, offering independent living, assisted living, and memory care. Promoting a nurturing and welcoming environment, the community ensures older adults can live comfortably. To enrich residents’ daily living, the community provides housekeeping, meals, and assistance with daily living activities. The community also strives to help residents maintain their independence through personalized care plans.

Memory-enhancing activities and wellness programs are available to ensure residents’ holistic well-being. Residents can also rest and interact with friends in cozy living spaces and shared areas. Located in the thriving neighborhood of Seattle, the community ensures accessibility and convenience. This assisted living community has a variety of services and thoughtfully designed spaces, making it a good option for senior living in Washington.

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Overview of Colonial Residence at Stillwaters

Colonial Residence at Stillwaters offers independent living apartments for seniors in Centralia, WA. Residents have private apartment living with community services rather than daily care, and dining services are available within the residence.

Pets are allowed, so a resident can bring a pet when moving into an apartment. Colonial Residence at Stillwaters may be a good fit for a senior who wants independent living and plans to keep a pet.

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Emerald Bay Care

140 S Marion Ave, Bremerton, WA 98312
Overview of Emerald Bay Care

Emerald Bay Care offers assisted living, independent living, and memory care in Bremerton, WA. Assisted living includes help with daily tasks such as dressing, bathing, and medication, while independent living offers private living with community services and no daily care. Memory care provides a secured setting with supervision for someone at risk of wandering.

Several care levels in one community may suit a resident whose needs grow over time, since moving between levels would not require leaving the community. Private rooms offer an individual living space, while semi-private rooms allow shared living. Pets are allowed, so residents may continue living with their pets. A Walk Score of 48 places the area in a car-dependent setting, meaning most errands require a car or a ride; someone who no longer drives would generally need one for routine trips.

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Overview of Exeter House

Exeter House is an independent living community in Seattle, WA. Residents have private living with community services, but no daily care, so it suits people who do not need help with everyday personal tasks.

A Walk Score of 99 makes the area a walker’s paradise. Daily errands do not require a car, which means a resident who no longer drives can still manage routine errands on foot.

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Weighting overview

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    Resident Experience
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    Regulatory
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    Visual Media
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    Website
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    Stability
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    Environment
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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.

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  • Review Sentiment
  • Review Volume
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Regulatory & Safety Record 25%

State inspection records, citations, and complaint visits. We weight per-inspection rates more heavily than raw counts.

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  • State Inspections
  • Citations/Inspection
  • % Inspections w/ Citations
  • Complaint Visits
  • Accreditations
  • BBB Rating
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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
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Website & Operator Transparency 10%

Site quality and whether the operator publishes basic accountability information — staff names, contact details, ownership.

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  • Website Content
  • Mobile Usability
  • Staff Info Available
  • Owner Info Available
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Community Stability 10%

Operational signals indicating whether a community is well-run and meeting demand.

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  • Occupancy Rate
  • Bed Options
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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.

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  • 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.