Page 7 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.
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.
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.
Wheatland Village
IL
AL
MC
Walla Walla
113
Facility 113
WA AVG 78
Rank #48 / 324
Yes
26
Facility 26
WA AVG 52
Rank #471 / 583
1 Bed
85.0%
Facility 85.0%
WA AVG 74.7%
Rank #204 / 248
9
3
Facility 3
WA AVG 8
Rank #118 / 282
39
Facility 39
WA AVG 31
Rank #110 / 279
4.3
Facility 4.3
WA AVG 3.4
Rank #164 / 279
Fieldstone Memory Care Olympia
IL
AL
MC
RC
Olympia
62
Facility 62
WA AVG 78
Rank #204 / 324
Yes
19
Facility 19
WA AVG 52
Rank #502 / 583
Studio / Suite / 1 Bed
75.8%
Facility 75.8%
WA AVG 74.7%
Rank #128 / 248
4
0
Facility 0
WA AVG 8
Rank #1 / 282
2
Facility 2
WA AVG 31
Rank #13 / 279
0.5
Facility 0.5
WA AVG 3.4
Rank #14 / 279
Fieldstone Cooper Point
IL
AL
MC
Olympia
120
Facility 120
WA AVG 78
Rank #35 / 324
Yes
17
Facility 17
WA AVG 52
Rank #516 / 583
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed-4
0
Facility 0
WA AVG 8
Rank #1 / 282
3
Facility 3
WA AVG 31
Rank #22 / 279
0.8
Facility 0.8
WA AVG 3.4
Rank #59 / 279
Emerald Heights
IL
AL
MC
NH
SNF
Ne Redmond
74
Facility 74
WA AVG 78
Rank #165 / 324
Yes
83
Facility 83
WA AVG 52
Rank #64 / 583
-
67.6%
Facility 67.6%
WA AVG 74.7%
Rank #179 / 248
4
1
Facility 1
WA AVG 8
Rank #118 / 282
1
Facility 1
WA AVG 31
Rank #66 / 279
0.3
Facility 0.3
WA AVG 3.4
Rank #99 / 279
Edmonds Landing Assisted Living
IL
AL
South Edmonds (The Bowl Of Edmonds)
83
Facility 83
WA AVG 78
Rank #131 / 324
Yes
86
Facility 86
WA AVG 52
Rank #57 / 583
Studio / 1 Bed
44.6%
Facility 44.6%
WA AVG 74.7%
Rank #235 / 248
10
1
Facility 1
WA AVG 8
Rank #228 / 282
28
Facility 28
WA AVG 31
Rank #167 / 279
2.8
Facility 2.8
WA AVG 3.4
Rank #107 / 279
Prestige Senior Living Monticello Park
IL
AL
Longview
95
Facility 95
WA AVG 78
Rank #96 / 324
Yes
74
Facility 74
WA AVG 52
Rank #121 / 583
1 Bed / 2 Bed
85.3%
Facility 85.3%
WA AVG 74.7%
Rank #111 / 248
17
3
Facility 3
WA AVG 8
Rank #163 / 282
55
Facility 55
WA AVG 31
Rank #252 / 279
3.2
Facility 3.2
WA AVG 3.4
Rank #233 / 279
Cogir at the Quarry
IL
AL
MC
Vancouver (Bennington)
220
Facility 220
WA AVG 78
Rank #2 / 324
Yes
31
Facility 31
WA AVG 52
Rank #444 / 583
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
75.5%
Facility 75.5%
WA AVG 74.7%
Rank #130 / 248
7
2
Facility 2
WA AVG 8
Rank #163 / 282
36
Facility 36
WA AVG 31
Rank #131 / 279
5.1
Facility 5.1
WA AVG 3.4
Rank #217 / 279
Port Townsend Senior Living
IL
AL
Port Townsend
90
Facility 90
WA AVG 78
Rank #104 / 324
Yes
56
Facility 56
WA AVG 52
Rank #268 / 583
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
67.8%
Facility 67.8%
WA AVG 74.7%
Rank #192 / 248
19
3
Facility 3
WA AVG 8
Rank #228 / 282
30
Facility 30
WA AVG 31
Rank #200 / 279
1.6
Facility 1.6
WA AVG 3.4
Rank #46 / 279
The Ridge
IL
AL
MC
NH
RC
SNF
Silverdale
54
Facility 54
WA AVG 78
Rank #241 / 324
Yes
14
Facility 14
WA AVG 52
Rank #532 / 583
Studio
88.9%
Facility 88.9%
WA AVG 74.7%
Rank #64 / 248
7
2
Facility 2
WA AVG 8
Rank #163 / 282
5
Facility 5
WA AVG 31
Rank #110 / 279
0.7
Facility 0.7
WA AVG 3.4
Rank #164 / 279
Protected: The Gardens at Town Square
IL
AL
MC
Bellevue (Northwest Bellevue)
75
Facility 75
WA AVG 78
Rank #156 / 324
Yes
88
Facility 88
WA AVG 52
Rank #49 / 583
Terrace / Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed / 3 Bed
85.3%
Facility 85.3%
WA AVG 74.7%
Rank #229 / 248
11
0
Facility 0
WA AVG 8
Rank #1 / 282
29
Facility 29
WA AVG 31
Rank #181 / 279
2.6
Facility 2.6
WA AVG 3.4
Rank #126 / 279

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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 Edmonds Landing Assisted Living

Edmonds Landing Assisted Living is an astounding community on 2nd Avenue S, Edmonds, WA, that offers assisted living and independent living. With Frontier Senior Living’s Spark program, residents can rest assured of receiving the utmost care and attention while keeping independence in their later years. Beautifully designed and cozy accommodations in various studio and one-bedroom floor plans are also provided for residents’ comfort and safety.

Featuring plenty of recreation and wellness amenities, residents can rest assured of living their golden years creating unforgettable moments. Healthy and delicious meals are also served to meet residents’ dietary needs and tastes. Insulin-dependent diabetic management, pharmacy services, medication management, and in-house therapy services are also available to meet residents’ healthcare needs. The community is ideal for those seeking freedom in their golden years while having top-notch care and support available to live their day-to-day activities.

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Overview of Prestige Senior Living Monticello Park

Prestige Senior Living Monticello Park offers assisted living, independent living, respite care, and short term rehabilitation in Longview, WA. Assisted living includes help with activities of daily living and medication management, while independent living provides a private residence with community services for someone who does not need daily personal care.

Having several care levels in one community may suit a resident whose needs grow over time, since a move can happen without leaving the community. The community has 95 beds, with one bedroom and two bedroom residences available.

A one bedroom provides a single private living space, while a two bedroom can suit a couple moving together or someone who wants a companion. Pets are allowed, so residents can keep a pet while living at the community. A Walk Score of 74 places the area in the very walkable band, meaning most errands can be completed on foot and a resident who no longer drives can still get out independently.

Restaurant style dining gives residents meals in a restaurant setting, and a salon is available on site for personal grooming. The Celebrations Innovative Wellness Program includes the Energize Exercise & Fall Reduction Program and the Mind Masters Cognitive Stimulation Program, giving residents structured exercise and cognitive stimulation activities. Transportation is also available for residents who need a ride beyond the community.

Respite care provides a short stay for someone whose usual caregiver needs to travel or recover, while short term rehabilitation offers temporary care during recovery. Medicaid is accepted, giving eligible residents a payment option when personal funds may not cover the full stay. Kelly Hammond is the director, and Prestige Care owns the community.

Contact Prestige Senior Living Monticello Park

Overview of Cogir at the Quarry

A reliable senior living community situated in the serene community of Vancouver, WA, offering assisted living, independent living, and memory care. The community features cozy and elegant floor plans ranging from studio to two-bedroom apartments, enticing seniors with comfort and safety like no other. With a friendly and compassionate team handling seniors’ needs and preferences, the community delivers top-tier care and assistance to reach their full potential and experience a worry-free retirement.

With a wide selection of enjoyable activities and engaging events conducted for enjoyment and wellness, the community encourages seniors to maintain an active and well-engaged lifestyle. The community serves nutritious and healthy meals to meet residents’ dietary needs and preferences. With its peaceful campus brimming with stunning amenities and kindred community, Cogir at the Quarry is a good place for seniors seeking for a blissful retirement.

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Overview of Port Townsend Senior Living

Ideally situated near Jefferson Healthcare & Medical Center in Port Townsend, WA, Port Townsend Senior Living is a blissful haven that offers assisted living and independent living. The community features a variety of specially designed and sophisticated studio to two-bedroom floor plans, ensuring residents’ comfort and safety. Residents can also keep their peace of mind with a compassionate and well-trained team helping with their daily living activities and chores.

Exciting events and fun recreational activities are conducted to keep residents active and socially connected. Delicious and healthy meals are served to satisfy residents’ dietary needs and preferences. Promoting a vibrant and welcoming environment, the community ensures residents have the finest retirement experience.

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The Ridge

1501 Nw Tower View Cir, Silverdale, WA 98383
Overview of The Ridge

Live a worry-free retirement at The Ridge, an outstanding community in Silverdale, WA, offering assisted living. A compassionate and well-trained team provides the highest quality of care tailored to their personal needs 24/7. Weekly housekeeping is also available, so residents have more time to do the things they love.

Residents can live an active and vibrant lifestyle with various activities and engaging programs that highlight their interests and capabilities. With restaurant-style dining, residents enjoy delicious and well-balanced meals that cater to their dietary needs and preferences. In-house dental hygiene and podiatry care are also provided for residents’ convenience. The community is a great option for those seeking exceptional care to live comfortably in retirement, especially with its nurturing and welcoming environment.

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Overview of Bonaventure of Lacey

Experience exceptional care at Bonaventure of Lacey, a distinct community in Lacey, WA, offering independent living, assisted living, and memory care. With a kind and highly skilled team available around the clock, residents receive the highest quality of care tailored to their needs. Here, residents can feel at ease with weekly housekeeping and linen services.

Stimulating programs and enriching activities are conducted, dedicated to improving residents’ cognition and living experiences. With multiple dining options, residents enjoy mealtimes that cater to their dietary needs and preferences. The community is equipped with an activities center, an exercise center, a billiard room, a salon, and cozy sitting areas with a fire place, creating the ideal setting for residents to flourish in their golden years.

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Overview of Cogir at the Narrows

Embraced by views of ethereal nature, Cogir of the Narrows is a renowned senior living community in Tacoma, WA, which provides assisted living, independent living, and memory care. Relax within the snug and spacious accommodations of Cogir at the Narrows including one- and two-bedroom apartments. The community strives to ensure seniors’ needs and interests are well provided, delivering the utmost care and support from a compassionate and highly skilled team.

There is no reason to feel down with various enjoyable activities and fun programs, empowering residents to participate and interact with the community. Experience unforgettable moments with friends and enjoy personal time in the serene spaces of Cogir at the Narrows. The community serves healthy and tasty meals, catering to dietary needs and preferences. Cogir at the Narrows is a great place for seniors to age gracefully with its campus surrounded by lush nature and tranquil community.

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Overview of Wenatchee Senior Living

Wenatchee Senior Living offers assisted living, hospice care, independent living, and respite care in Wenatchee, WA. Assisted living provides help with activities of daily living, while independent living supports private living without daily care. Coordinated hospice care is available for residents receiving end-of-life support, and respite care offers short-term stays for someone whose usual caregiver needs time away or recovery. The combination of independent and assisted living may be a good fit for someone who wants to remain in the same community if daily support needs increase.

Wenatchee Senior Living has 84 beds and offers studio and one-bedroom residences. A studio is a single private space, while a one-bedroom layout provides separate sleeping and living areas. Pets are allowed, so residents may continue living with a pet.

Residents can use scheduled transportation for outings, appointments, and errands, reducing the need to arrange those trips independently. Restaurant-style dining is offered three times daily, and an Anytime Menu provides an option beyond scheduled meals. An on-site beauty salon gives residents access to salon services at the community, while a private dining room can be used for gatherings. Personal training from a dedicated Wellness Coach and senior rehabilitation are also available, supporting exercise and rehabilitation needs.

A Walk Score of 89 / 100 places the area in the very walkable band: most errands can be done on foot, so a resident who no longer drives can still handle many errands independently.

Contact Wenatchee Senior Living

Overview of Colonial Vista Senior Living

Colonial Vista Senior Living offers nursing home and skilled nursing care, assisted living, independent living, and respite care in Wenatchee, Washington. Skilled nursing provides licensed nursing care on site around the clock. Assisted living includes help with daily activities such as bathing, dressing, and medication management, while independent living supports private living with community services and no daily care. Respite care provides a short term stay when a resident’s usual caregiver needs to travel or recover.

The community has 55 beds, creating a smaller setting where staff and residents can get to know each other. Its range of living and care options can be a good fit for a resident whose needs grow over time, since moving to a different level can happen without leaving the community. Pets are allowed, and a salon or spa is available for personal grooming.

Restaurant style dining includes chef prepared meals three times daily, along with an Anytime Menu for residents who want choices beyond scheduled meal times. Transportation is available, and rehabilitation services can support a resident working to regain function after illness or injury.

The area has a Walk Score of 89 and is very walkable. Most errands can be completed on foot, so a resident who no longer drives can still get out independently.

Contact Colonial Vista 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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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.