Page 3 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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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. ADC (Adult Day Care): Daytime supervision, health monitoring, and social activities for seniors who live at home. 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.
Brookdale Canyon Lakes
IL
AL
Kennewick (Shadow Run)
53
Facility 53
WA AVG 85
Rank #124 / 150
Yes
11
Facility 11
WA AVG 57
Rank #227 / 235
Studio / Alcove / 1 Bed / 2 Bed / Cottage
79.2%
Facility 79.2%
WA AVG 72%
Rank #46 / 119
A+9
1
Facility 1
WA AVG 8
Rank #62 / 144
25
Facility 25
WA AVG 31
Rank #76 / 142
2.8
Facility 2.8
WA AVG 3.4
Rank #65 / 142
Cascade Park Vista
IL
ADC
AL
Tacoma (New Tacoma)
117
Facility 117
WA AVG 85
Rank #29 / 150
No
93
Facility 93
WA AVG 57
Rank #17 / 235
Studio / 1 Bed
94.0%
Facility 94.0%
WA AVG 72%
Rank #9 / 119
-8
3
Facility 3
WA AVG 8
Rank #109 / 144
34
Facility 34
WA AVG 31
Rank #96 / 142
4.3
Facility 4.3
WA AVG 3.4
Rank #106 / 142
Fairwood Retirement Village & Assisted Living
IL
AL
MC
Spokane (Fairwood)
100
Facility 100
WA AVG 85
Rank #44 / 150
No
46
Facility 46
WA AVG 57
Rank #157 / 235
1 Bed / 2 Bed / 3 Bed
72.0%
Facility 72.0%
WA AVG 72%
Rank #66 / 119
A+5
2
Facility 2
WA AVG 8
Rank #88 / 144
43
Facility 43
WA AVG 31
Rank #110 / 142
8.6
Facility 8.6
WA AVG 3.4
Rank #136 / 142
Redmond Heights Senior Living
IL
AL
CCRC
MC
NH
RC
SNF
Redmond (Sammamish Valley)
85
Facility 85
WA AVG 85
Rank #60 / 150
Yes
75
Facility 75
WA AVG 57
Rank #63 / 235
Studio
76.5%
Facility 76.5%
WA AVG 72%
Rank #55 / 119
-18
0
Facility 0
WA AVG 8
Rank #1 / 144
33
Facility 33
WA AVG 31
Rank #93 / 142
1.8
Facility 1.8
WA AVG 3.4
Rank #36 / 142
Kenmore Senior Living
IL
AL
MC
RC
Kenmore
100
Facility 100
WA AVG 85
Rank #44 / 150
Yes
71
Facility 71
WA AVG 57
Rank #72 / 235
-
79.0%
Facility 79.0%
WA AVG 72%
Rank #47 / 119
A+30
0
Facility 0
WA AVG 8
Rank #1 / 144
69
Facility 69
WA AVG 31
Rank #134 / 142
2.3
Facility 2.3
WA AVG 3.4
Rank #50 / 142
Fairwinds – Brighton Court
IL
AL
Lynnwood
70
Facility 70
WA AVG 85
Rank #93 / 150
Yes
73
Facility 73
WA AVG 57
Rank #67 / 235
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
80.0%
Facility 80.0%
WA AVG 72%
Rank #40 / 119
-4
0
Facility 0
WA AVG 8
Rank #1 / 144
11
Facility 11
WA AVG 31
Rank #35 / 142
2.8
Facility 2.8
WA AVG 3.4
Rank #65 / 142
GenCare Lifestyle Lynnwood at Scriber Gardens
IL
AL
MC
RC
Lynnwood
54
Facility 54
WA AVG 85
Rank #122 / 150
Yes
80
Facility 80
WA AVG 57
Rank #50 / 235
-
79.6%
Facility 79.6%
WA AVG 72%
Rank #45 / 119
A+11
5
Facility 5
WA AVG 8
Rank #131 / 144
18
Facility 18
WA AVG 31
Rank #59 / 142
1.6
Facility 1.6
WA AVG 3.4
Rank #34 / 142
The Village Senior Living
IL
AL
MC
RC
Tacoma (South Tacoma)
110
Facility 110
WA AVG 85
Rank #32 / 150
Yes
51
Facility 51
WA AVG 57
Rank #142 / 235
Suite
67.3%
Facility 67.3%
WA AVG 72%
Rank #79 / 119
-4
0
Facility 0
WA AVG 8
Rank #1 / 144
11
Facility 11
WA AVG 31
Rank #35 / 142
2.8
Facility 2.8
WA AVG 3.4
Rank #65 / 142
Riverview Retirement Community
IL
AL
CCRC
HC
HOS
MC
Spokane (Logan)
110
Facility 110
WA AVG 85
Rank #32 / 150
Yes
31
Facility 31
WA AVG 57
Rank #195 / 235
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
100.0%
Facility 100.0%
WA AVG 72%
Rank #1 / 119
-9
3
Facility 3
WA AVG 8
Rank #109 / 144
9
Facility 9
WA AVG 31
Rank #28 / 142
1.0
Facility 1.0
WA AVG 3.4
Rank #22 / 142
Murano Senior Living
IL
AL
MC
Seattle
130
Facility 130
WA AVG 85
Rank #13 / 150
Yes
98
Facility 98
WA AVG 57
Rank #6 / 235
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
60.0%
Facility 60.0%
WA AVG 72%
Rank #93 / 119
-11
1
Facility 1
WA AVG 8
Rank #62 / 144
33
Facility 33
WA AVG 31
Rank #93 / 142
3.0
Facility 3.0
WA AVG 3.4
Rank #74 / 142

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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.

$6,370/Month

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Overview of Cascade Park Vista

Cascade Park Vista offers a unique living experience that’s comparable to a private community, but at a more affordable cost. They accept Medicaid insurance, making care services accessible and convenient for residents. With independent living, assisted living, and adult day health options available, seniors can choose the lifestyle that best suits their needs.

Residents can enjoy weekly housekeeping and linen services, as well as 6-7 day maintenance services for a comfortable and hassle-free living experience. They also have access to delicious and nutritious meals, overseen by a dietician to ensure a healthy diet. Cascade Park Vista even assists with scheduling doctor appointments and coordinating transportation. Nursing and caregiver services are also available, as well as therapy services for those in need. The community is also dedicated to keeping residents engaged and active with fun activities on the first and second floors at the Vista. Seniors can enjoy a fulfilling and social lifestyle while receiving top-quality care and services at the Vista.

Contact Cascade Park Vista

Overview of Fairwood Retirement Village & Assisted Living

Peacefully nestled near Waikiki Springs Trailhead in Spokane, WA, Fairwood Retirement Village & Assisted Living is a blissful retreat that offers independent living, assisted living, and memory care. Alongside specially designed and spacious accommodations, exceptional care is also provided to ensure residents’ comfort and safety. Here, residents experience maintenance-free living with housekeeping and laundry services.

Promoting an active and vibrant lifestyle, a carefully curated calendar of engaging programs and exciting events is conducted. Delectable and well-balanced meals are also prepared, catering to residents’ dietary needs and preferences. The community’s assisted living and memory care accommodations are separated from independent living homes, ensuring residents maintain their independence without worries.

Contact Fairwood Retirement Village & Assisted Living

Overview of Redmond Heights Senior Living

Redmond Heights Senior Living offers a unique blend of small-town charm and breathtaking mountain surroundings. This inviting home distinguishes itself as the most affordable assisted living community in the region, while also providing independent living and memory care services. With a variety of thoughtfully designed floor plans, residents can choose living spaces that perfectly suit their preferences. Embracing an inclusive approach, this community accepts Medicaid, ensuring that quality care is accessible. Redmond Heights also boasts a skilled nursing facility on campus, offering physical, speech, and occupational therapy services. Their registered nurse (RN) on staff further reinforces the commitment to exceptional care as well.

The community boasts a well-equipped gym, a serene lawn chapel, and soothing spa rooms, along with a picturesque garden and tree-lined views. Other amenities such as a library and computer room contribute to the well-rounded and enriching experience provided to the residents. The community also goes above and beyond to foster an environment that encourages engagement and nurtures individual interests and abilities. With its vibrant atmosphere and meticulous upkeep, Redmond Heights Senior Living stands as a true embodiment of charm and character.

Starting Price $3,550/Month

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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 Fairwinds – Brighton Court

Fairwinds – Brighton Court is a residential care community in Lynnwood, Washington, offering independent and assisted living services. Serving older adults for 27 years, the community features a three-story building with 70 beds in a variety of studio, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom options. Occupancy is around 80%, with 56 beds currently filled.

Around-the-clock staffing includes licensed nurses and CNAs, with respite care available for short-term stays. A calendar of activities is also provided, along with the PrimeFit wellness program, and organized outings via Travel by Leisure Care. Furthermore, dining is provided in a restaurant-style setting with seasonal, health-focused menus.

Amenities include a fitness center, salon and barbershop, library, billiards room, bistro, and private dining space, along with practical features such as complimentary Wi-Fi, in-house laundry, guest and covered parking, and transportation services. Outdoor areas also include a courtyard and seating spaces, and pets are welcome. The surrounding neighborhood has a Walk Score of 73, making it very walkable for daily errands.

State inspections have generally shown compliance with licensing requirements, and follow-up visits have confirmed that earlier issues related to assessments, medication assistance, and staff training were corrected. Fire safety reviews also noted maintenance updates that were later addressed. Medicaid is accepted, and rates begin at approximately $3,585 per month.

$4,665/Month

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Overview of GenCare Lifestyle Lynnwood at Scriber Gardens

GenCare Lifestyle Scriber Gardens is a vibrant community located in Lynnwood, dedicated to providing competent care in a warm and welcoming environment. This haven prioritizes the unique wellness and needs of every resident, creating a home-like atmosphere with tasteful designs and thoughtful decorations. Their offerings include active retirement living, assisted living, memory care, and respite visits. With all-inclusive, month-to-month apartment-style homes, residents enjoy the freedom of choice without being bound by long-term commitments.
The community features 78 open and spacious apartment homes, along with 18 memory care apartments, ranging from studios to one and two bedrooms. Among their amenities are a bistro, a serene courtyard, a fitness center, walk-in showers, and a private dining room for family gatherings. GenCare Lifestyle Scriber Gardens takes pride in its fresh, scratch-made meals and a reliable 24-hour care staff. Additionally, residents benefit from transportation services, lively entertainment, and much more.

Starting Price $2,955 - $5,060/Month

Contact GenCare Lifestyle Lynnwood at Scriber Gardens

Overview of The Village Senior Living

A haven that prides itself on providing a warm, familial-style brand of independent and assisted living, amidst the vibrant backdrop of Tacoma, The Village Senior Living offers exciting luxury and round-the-clock care, with a personal touch. Amenities that meet your every need await, such as restaurant-style meals served three times a day, meticulous housekeeping every week, enticing enrichment activities, and individual care options tailored for your comfort. Feel like stretching your legs with a day out and about? Transportation services can also be scheduled for visits around the area.

Should you find your needs evolving over time, worry not, because their expert team keeps a tight collaboration with you and your physician, to ensure the quality of your experience. At The Village, your independence and safety are expertly interwoven into the ideal independent living community that caters to your well-being and freedom.

Contact The Village Senior Living

Overview of Riverview Retirement Community

Riverview Retirement Community offers assisted living, continuing care retirement community services, home care, hospice care, independent living, and memory care in Spokane, WA. Independent living provides a private residence without daily care, while assisted living helps with tasks such as bathing, dressing, and medication. Memory care provides a secured setting with supervision for someone living with dementia, and hospice care focuses on comfort for a person with a life limiting illness.

Several care levels are available within one community. If a resident’s needs change, they may be able to move to a different level of care without leaving Riverview Retirement Community. Home care supports someone who remains in their residence, while the community’s 110 beds show its overall size without indicating how care is delivered.

Housing includes studios, one bedroom apartments, and two bedroom apartments. The two bedroom layout can suit a couple moving together or someone who wants a companion. Medicaid is accepted, giving families a way to use that public benefit toward eligible care costs.

Pets are allowed, so a resident may continue living with a pet. Riverview Retirement Community is in the Logan neighborhood, and its walk score of 31 places it in a car dependent setting where most errands require a car or a ride. The community may be a good fit for someone whose care needs could grow over time and who wants multiple care levels available in one setting.

 

Contact Riverview Retirement Community

Overview of Murano Senior Living

Murano Senior Living in Seattle, Washington, offers independent living, assisted living, and memory care in a high-rise setting. Independent living pairs private apartments with community features, while assisted living helps with daily tasks like bathing, dressing, and managing medication. Secured memory care provides supervision for individuals prone to wandering, allowing care levels to step up over time without requiring a move.

Studios, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom floor plans across the 130-bed property suit single occupants or couples. Medicaid is accepted for eligible long-term stays, and pets are permitted.

A walk score of 98 makes the surrounding neighborhood exceptionally walkable, allowing non-driving residents to complete daily errands on foot independently.

Prospective residents exploring senior living options in Seattle can contact the management office to check availability or request a tour.

Contact Murano Senior Living

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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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
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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.