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Best Independent Living in Washington

Why trust this guide? Our editorial team analyzed 223 independent living communities in Washington using WA Dept. of Social and Health Services (DSHS) data, inspection records, complaints, amenities, and facility-level details. How we rank independent living in WA
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Jul 2026
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223 homes
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Avg Walk Score: 51/ 100The average Walk Score across facilities in Washington. 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: 82The average licensed bed capacity across facilities in Washington. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: 90

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Judson Park
IL
AL
MC
NH
SNF
Des Moines (Marine View Drive South)
52
Facility 52
WA AVG 82
Rank #288 / 366
No
19
Facility 19
WA AVG 51
Rank #532 / 628
1 Bed / 2 Bed
73.1%
Facility 73.1%
WA AVG 74.4%
Rank #163 / 285
A+6
0
Facility 0
WA AVG 8
Rank #1 / 285
5
Facility 5
WA AVG 31
Rank #26 / 285
0.8
Facility 0.8
WA AVG 3.4
Rank #14 / 285
Bonaventure of Lacey
IL
NH
AL
MC
Lacey
126
Facility 126
WA AVG 82
Rank #35 / 366
No
55
Facility 55
WA AVG 51
Rank #297 / 628
1 Bed / 2 Bed
70.6%
Facility 70.6%
WA AVG 74.4%
Rank #185 / 285
A+43
23
Facility 23
WA AVG 8
Rank #285 / 285
98
Facility 98
WA AVG 31
Rank #281 / 285
2.3
Facility 2.3
WA AVG 3.4
Rank #53 / 285
Royal Park Retirement Center
IL
NH
AL
Spokane (Shiloh Hills)
100
Facility 100
WA AVG 82
Rank #93 / 366
No
66
Facility 66
WA AVG 51
Rank #183 / 628
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed-A+1
0
Facility 0
WA AVG 8
Rank #1 / 285
5
Facility 5
WA AVG 31
Rank #26 / 285
5.0
Facility 5.0
WA AVG 3.4
Rank #180 / 285
Village Concepts of Milton
IL
AL
Milton (Milton Plaza)
85
Facility 85
WA AVG 82
Rank #148 / 366
No
63
Facility 63
WA AVG 51
Rank #211 / 628
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed-A+6
2
Facility 2
WA AVG 8
Rank #166 / 285
11
Facility 11
WA AVG 31
Rank #57 / 285
1.8
Facility 1.8
WA AVG 3.4
Rank #35 / 285
Bonaventure of Salmon Creek
IL
AL
MC
Vancouver (Pleasant Valley)
89
Facility 89
WA AVG 82
Rank #142 / 366
Yes
22
Facility 22
WA AVG 51
Rank #516 / 628
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
70.8%
Facility 70.8%
WA AVG 74.4%
Rank #184 / 285
A+33
0
Facility 0
WA AVG 8
Rank #1 / 285
59
Facility 59
WA AVG 31
Rank #249 / 285
1.8
Facility 1.8
WA AVG 3.4
Rank #35 / 285
Fairwinds – Brighton Court
IL
AL
Lynnwood
70
Facility 70
WA AVG 82
Rank #208 / 366
Yes
73
Facility 73
WA AVG 51
Rank #128 / 628
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
80.0%
Facility 80.0%
WA AVG 74.4%
Rank #116 / 285
-3
0
Facility 0
WA AVG 8
Rank #1 / 285
14
Facility 14
WA AVG 31
Rank #77 / 285
4.7
Facility 4.7
WA AVG 3.4
Rank #167 / 285
Village Concepts of Marysville – Grandview Village
IL
AL
MC
Marysville
35
Facility 35
WA AVG 82
Rank #342 / 366
No
16
Facility 16
WA AVG 51
Rank #554 / 628
Studio / 1 Bed
57.1%
Facility 57.1%
WA AVG 74.4%
Rank #250 / 285
A+4
2
Facility 2
WA AVG 8
Rank #166 / 285
6
Facility 6
WA AVG 31
Rank #33 / 285
1.5
Facility 1.5
WA AVG 3.4
Rank #30 / 285
Maplewood Gardens
IL
AL
Spokane (Logan)
208
Facility 208
WA AVG 82
Rank #4 / 366
Yes
75
Facility 75
WA AVG 51
Rank #119 / 628
Studio / Alcove / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
91.3%
Facility 91.3%
WA AVG 74.4%
Rank #41 / 285
-13
0
Facility 0
WA AVG 8
Rank #1 / 285
38
Facility 38
WA AVG 31
Rank #195 / 285
2.9
Facility 2.9
WA AVG 3.4
Rank #81 / 285
Cogir at The Narrows
IL
AL
MC
Tacoma (West End)
115
Facility 115
WA AVG 82
Rank #14 / 366
Yes
7
Facility 7
WA AVG 51
Rank #594 / 628
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
100.0%
Facility 100.0%
WA AVG 74.4%
Rank #114 / 285
A+5
3
Facility 3
WA AVG 8
Rank #205 / 285
16
Facility 16
WA AVG 31
Rank #87 / 285
3.2
Facility 3.2
WA AVG 3.4
Rank #98 / 285
Van Mall Retirement
IL
AL
Vancouver (Vancouver Mall)
110
Facility 110
WA AVG 82
Rank #123 / 366
No
52
Facility 52
WA AVG 51
Rank #312 / 628
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
74.5%
Facility 74.5%
WA AVG 74.4%
Rank #67 / 285
A+4
1
Facility 1
WA AVG 8
Rank #119 / 285
24
Facility 24
WA AVG 31
Rank #134 / 285
6.0
Facility 6.0
WA AVG 3.4
Rank #221 / 285
Bonaventure of Puyallup
IL
AL
MC
Puyallup
109
Facility 109
WA AVG 82
Rank #78 / 366
No
49
Facility 49
WA AVG 51
Rank #334 / 628
1 Bed / 2 Bed
79.8%
Facility 79.8%
WA AVG 74.4%
Rank #118 / 285
A+12
4
Facility 4
WA AVG 8
Rank #231 / 285
22
Facility 22
WA AVG 31
Rank #127 / 285
1.8
Facility 1.8
WA AVG 3.4
Rank #35 / 285
Merrill Gardens at Burien
IL
AL
MC
Burien (Downtown)
60
Facility 60
WA AVG 82
Rank #246 / 366
Yes
91
Facility 91
WA AVG 51
Rank #37 / 628
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
71.7%
Facility 71.7%
WA AVG 74.4%
Rank #179 / 285
A+6
0
Facility 0
WA AVG 8
Rank #1 / 285
29
Facility 29
WA AVG 31
Rank #163 / 285
4.8
Facility 4.8
WA AVG 3.4
Rank #171 / 285
Village Concepts of Burien – El Dorado West
IL
AL
MC
Burien (Evansville)
110
Facility 110
WA AVG 82
Rank #69 / 366
No
60
Facility 60
WA AVG 51
Rank #252 / 628
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
58.2%
Facility 58.2%
WA AVG 74.4%
Rank #246 / 285
A+9
8
Facility 8
WA AVG 8
Rank #268 / 285
5
Facility 5
WA AVG 31
Rank #26 / 285
0.6
Facility 0.6
WA AVG 3.4
Rank #10 / 285
Village Concepts of Issaquah-Spiritwood at Pine Lake
IL
AL
MC
Issaquah (Providence Point)
80
Facility 80
WA AVG 82
Rank #172 / 366
No
43
Facility 43
WA AVG 51
Rank #387 / 628
Studio / Alcove / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
90.0%
Facility 90.0%
WA AVG 74.4%
Rank #47 / 285
A+6
1
Facility 1
WA AVG 8
Rank #119 / 285
35
Facility 35
WA AVG 31
Rank #185 / 285
5.8
Facility 5.8
WA AVG 3.4
Rank #217 / 285
Fairwinds – Redmond
IL
AL
Redmond (Bear Creek)
50
Facility 50
WA AVG 82
Rank #293 / 366
Yes
18
Facility 18
WA AVG 51
Rank #540 / 628
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
100.0%
Facility 100.0%
WA AVG 74.4%
Rank #1 / 285
A+9
3
Facility 3
WA AVG 8
Rank #205 / 285
37
Facility 37
WA AVG 31
Rank #189 / 285
4.1
Facility 4.1
WA AVG 3.4
Rank #141 / 285
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Overview of Maplewood Gardens

Maplewood Gardens is a distinguished Assisted and Independent Living Community nestled in the charming city of Spokane, Washington. With a strong emphasis on independence, Maplewood Gardens offers personalized assisted living services tailored to meet the unique needs of each resident. This community provides a range of options, including Independent Living with Medication Management, Assisted Living, Hospice Care, and Respite Services. Maplewood Gardens believes in delivering exceptional, personalized care to its residents at an affordable rate, accepting both Private Pay and Medicaid for assisted living services.

At Maplewood Gardens, the dedicated staff takes the time to truly know each resident, their families, stories, and interests. The community fosters a sense of privacy in apartment living while encouraging companionship among residents and maintaining strong connections with family and friends. The passionate staff is committed to creating a caring and supportive environment, ensuring that Maplewood Gardens becomes a place where seniors feel at ease and secure. Whether it’s offering personal assistance with dressing, managing medication programs, or serving delicious home-cooked meals, the team at Maplewood Gardens is dedicated to providing top-quality service and care to enhance the well-being of every resident.

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Overview of Village Concepts of Burien – El Dorado West

Embark on a journey of independence, camaraderie, and fulfillment at Village Concepts of Burien – El Dorado West, an astonishing senior living community in King County, Burien, WA, offering independent living, assisted living, and memory care. Retire in bright and airy accommodations set amidst a caring community with access to excellent health care facilities, shopping malls, bus lines, and the vibrance of Downtown Seattle nearby. Residents can trade chores with a worry-free lifestyle through various assistance services, such as help with daily living activities, housekeeping, maintenance, and medication management.

Residents dealing with memory loss are provided utmost care and support by a dedicated care team, trained to develop meaningful partnerships between residents and their families and address the memory care residents’ complex needs. A variety of planned social and recreational activities help residents stay active, engaged, and stimulated. Residents also benefit from various amenities, including three delicious meals daily, 24/7 coffee & snacks, and an on-site salon & barber.

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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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Overview of Merrill Gardens at Tukwila

Merrill Gardens at Tukwila is a modern senior living community located on the Green River, just blocks from Southcenter Mall in Tukwila, WA. This community offers independent living, assisted living, and memory care services. Residents can choose from 134 apartments, including studios, one, and two-bedroom options.The Garden House memory care community provides a secure, inviting environment for those with Alzheimer’s and other dementias, with a specially trained team available 24/7.

The community aims to provide top-quality care in a comfortable and social setting. The community offers a variety of amenities, including beautifully landscaped grounds, a courtyard, a bistro and wine bar, a movie theater, a fitness area, and more. Seniors here enjoy scheduled transportation, 24-hour staffing, weekly housekeeping, and fresh, restaurant-style meals served seven days a week through the Anytime Dining program. Residents benefit from a resident call system, many transportation options, on-site maintenance, weekly housekeeping, and a wellness program. Pets are welcome, ensuring a warm and inclusive environment for all.

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Overview of Fairwinds – Redmond

Fairwinds in Redmond is an independent living and assisted living community where both options are guaranteed to be comfortable for residents to maintain their individuality and independence. Residents in the community are cared for by ensuring that the holistic wellness of each resident is met. The community is an engaging and enriching environment where the professional care staff are attentive and ready to go above and beyond for the residents. For over 50 years, Fairwinds has celebrated and understood individuality, so they make it a point that residents can get the best possible care and limitless opportunities during their stay.

The lifestyle at Fairwinds is inspired by resort-style stay– leisure is the center of senior wellness. Featured community amenities and services include a restaurant, private dining room, salon and barbershop, transportation, guest parking, and a courtyard with outdoor seating.

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Overview of Brookdale Allenmore

Experience vacation-style senior living at Brookdale Allenmore, a luxury senior living community offering independent living in Tacoma, Washington. Residents can live comfortably in their thoughtfully designed apartments, ranging from studios to 1 and 2-bedroom apartments. Conveniently located near the area’s best shopping, restaurants, banking, and physicians’ offices, residents enjoy the best that Tacoma has to offer.

Committed to giving its residents the best senior living experience free of worry, the community provides housekeeping services and chef-prepared meals. Residents can work out with friends at the fitness center, bond at the hair salon, or craft together in the art studio. The community also offers a fun-filled calendar of activities that changes monthly, from entertainment and creative pursuits to shopping trips and group outings, ensuring residents live their lives to the fullest in an environment that encourages exploring new passions and interests.

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Overview of Emerald Heights

A 74-bed nursing home on 176th Circle NE in northeast Redmond, Washington, in an area with excellent walkability (Walk Score 83), is Emerald Heights, easy for visiting family and local access. Owned by Craig Comfort, it accepts Medicare and private pay and operates at 68 percent occupancy. Residents average 275 days’ stay, a span reflecting short-term rehabilitation placements and longer-term nursing care.

Anchored by 24-hour staffing throughout, the home provides short-term rehabilitation and respite care. Total nursing care averages 5 hours 53 minutes per resident daily, ensuring substantive hands-on support for those healing from illness or hospital stays. Beyond clinical care, the community offers fitness and wellness programming, resident committees and social groups, and welcomes pets in everyday life. Dining spotlights flexibility and choice, with restaurant-style casual service, a grab-and-go coffee shop for quicker meals, and flexible dining options handling individual preferences. This variety supports resident independence and satisfaction.

Regulatory oversight has underscored building safety systems and secure access protocols, reflecting Emerald Heights’ ongoing engagement with state standards around its safety and operational compliance.

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Overview of Fieldstone of Silverdale

Live without worries at Fieldstone of Silverdale, an astounding community in Silverdale, WA, offering independent living, assisted living, and memory care. The community is committed to improving residents’ quality of life, providing exceptional care tailored to their unique needs around the clock. Beautifully designed and spacious studio to two-bedroom floor plans are also provided in a warm and nurturing environment, so residents can feel at ease during their stay.

With a thoughtfully curated calendar of engaging activities and exciting events, residents will not run out of things to do for leisure and wellness. Residents can also prepare meals on their terms with a full kitchen or a kitchenette in each unit. The community’s plenty of top-notch services and state-of-the-art amenities make it an enticing option for those needing assistance to thrive in their golden years.

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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.

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Overview of Merrill Gardens at Wright Park

Overlooking the beautiful scenery of Tacoma, WA, Merrill Gardens at Wright Park is a luxury senior living community offering independent living, assisted living  and memory care. The community features various floor plans, including a studio and 1 and 2-bedroom floor plans designed for comfort and plenty of privacy. Residents benefit from 24-hour assistance, on-site urgent care, weekly housekeeping, and on-site maintenance, ensuring a supportive and comfortable environment.

The community aims to provide residents with a vibrant and enriching lifestyle through its wide array of amenities, including chef-prepared meals, formal and private dining rooms, a bistro, transportation, and a rooftop garden with BBQ and firepit fit for vibrant gatherings and bonding. Residents enjoy wheelchair-accessible showers, private patios or balconies, and full kitchens. Meanwhile, activities such as cooking classes, yoga, live performances, and gardening clubs ensure an active and fulfilling life for all residents.

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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 223 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.