Page 8 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. RESC (Residential Care): Personal care and daily-living support in a smaller, more intimate residential setting. IL (Independent Living): Community living with dining, activities, and transportation for active seniors who need little personal care. HOS (Hospice Care): Comfort-focused care for those with a terminal illness, prioritizing quality of life over treatment.
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.
Bonaventure of Lacey
IL
AL
MC
Se Lacey
126
Facility 126
WA AVG 78
Rank #27 / 324
No
55
Facility 55
WA AVG 52
Rank #283 / 583
1 Bed / 2 Bed
77.0%
Facility 77.0%
WA AVG 74.7%
Rank #165 / 248
-46
10
Facility 10
WA AVG 8
Rank #282 / 282
84
Facility 84
WA AVG 31
Rank #275 / 279
1.8
Facility 1.8
WA AVG 3.4
Rank #49 / 279
Cogir at The Narrows
IL
AL
MC
Tacoma (West End)
115
Facility 115
WA AVG 78
Rank #45 / 324
Yes
7
Facility 7
WA AVG 52
Rank #559 / 583
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed-A+7
2
Facility 2
WA AVG 8
Rank #204 / 282
14
Facility 14
WA AVG 31
Rank #84 / 279
2.0
Facility 2.0
WA AVG 3.4
Rank #93 / 279
Wenatchee Senior Living
IL
AL
HOS
RC
Wenatchee
84
Facility 84
WA AVG 78
Rank #126 / 324
Yes
89
Facility 89
WA AVG 52
Rank #41 / 583
-
84.5%
Facility 84.5%
WA AVG 74.7%
Rank #24 / 248
-16
8
Facility 8
WA AVG 8
Rank #264 / 282
39
Facility 39
WA AVG 31
Rank #172 / 279
2.4
Facility 2.4
WA AVG 3.4
Rank #59 / 279
Colonial Vista Senior Living
IL
AL
NH
RC
SNF
Wenatchee
55
Facility 55
WA AVG 78
Rank #236 / 324
Yes
89
Facility 89
WA AVG 52
Rank #41 / 583
-
43.6%
Facility 43.6%
WA AVG 74.7%
Rank #233 / 248
-5
2
Facility 2
WA AVG 8
Rank #163 / 282
12
Facility 12
WA AVG 31
Rank #13 / 279
2.4
Facility 2.4
WA AVG 3.4
Rank #26 / 279
The Village Senior Living
IL
AL
MC
RC
Tacoma (South Tacoma)
110
Facility 110
WA AVG 78
Rank #52 / 324
Yes
51
Facility 51
WA AVG 52
Rank #306 / 583
Suite 67.3% -4
0
Facility 0
WA AVG 8
Rank #1 / 282
11
Facility 11
WA AVG 31
Rank #22 / 279
2.8
Facility 2.8
WA AVG 3.4
Rank #174 / 279
Timber Ridge
IL
AL
MC
NH
SNF
Issaquah (Talus)
26
Facility 26
WA AVG 78
Rank #310 / 324
Yes
19
Facility 19
WA AVG 52
Rank #502 / 583
--A+6
0
Facility 0
WA AVG 8
Rank #1 / 282
6
Facility 6
WA AVG 31
Rank #102 / 279
1.0
Facility 1.0
WA AVG 3.4
Rank #152 / 279
Meridian at Stone Creek
IL
AL
MC
RC
Milton
188
Facility 188
WA AVG 78
Rank #5 / 324
Yes
3
Facility 3
WA AVG 52
Rank #575 / 583
-
45.7%
Facility 45.7%
WA AVG 74.7%
Rank #243 / 248
B-26
0
Facility 0
WA AVG 8
Rank #1 / 282
110
Facility 110
WA AVG 31
Rank #278 / 279
4.2
Facility 4.2
WA AVG 3.4
Rank #216 / 279
Emerald City Senior Living
IL
AL
MC
RESC
Seattle (Maple Leaf)
119
Facility 119
WA AVG 78
Rank #43 / 324
Yes
62
Facility 62
WA AVG 52
Rank #214 / 583
-
83.2%
Facility 83.2%
WA AVG 74.7%
Rank #37 / 248
-12
5
Facility 5
WA AVG 8
Rank #242 / 282
33
Facility 33
WA AVG 31
Rank #200 / 279
2.8
Facility 2.8
WA AVG 3.4
Rank #141 / 279
Guardian Angel Homes Liberty Lake
IL
AL
HOS
MC
RC
Liberty Lake
104
Facility 104
WA AVG 78
Rank #68 / 324
No
41
Facility 41
WA AVG 52
Rank #386 / 583
-
78.8%
Facility 78.8%
WA AVG 74.7%
Rank #144 / 248
-9
4
Facility 4
WA AVG 8
Rank #228 / 282
24
Facility 24
WA AVG 31
Rank #84 / 279
2.7
Facility 2.7
WA AVG 3.4
Rank #49 / 279
Protected: The Lakeshore
IL
AL
Seattle (Rainier Avenue South)
45
Facility 45
WA AVG 78
Rank #272 / 324
No
49
Facility 49
WA AVG 52
Rank #319 / 583
---6
0
Facility 0
WA AVG 8
Rank #1 / 282
32
Facility 32
WA AVG 31
Rank #160 / 279
5.3
Facility 5.3
WA AVG 3.4
Rank #248 / 279

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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.

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Timber Ridge

100 Timber Ridge Way Nw, Issaquah, WA 98027
Overview of Timber Ridge

Timber Ridge provides nursing home and skilled nursing care, assisted living, independent living, and memory care in the Talus neighborhood of Issaquah, WA. Nursing home and skilled nursing care include licensed nursing care on site around the clock, while assisted living provides help with daily tasks such as dressing, bathing, and medication while the resident keeps a private apartment. Independent living offers private living with community services and no daily care, and memory care provides a secured setting with supervision for someone at risk of wandering.

The range of care levels may suit a resident whose needs grow over time. Timber Ridge has 26 beds, creating a smaller community where staff and residents can get to know each other. Occupancy is 89%, so the home is not at full capacity.

Total nurse staffing is 5h 52m per resident per day, representing that amount of nursing time allocated to each resident over a day. Payment options include Medicaid, which can help cover a long stay when personal savings do not, Medicare for short term skilled care after a hospital stay rather than long term residence, and private pay. Pets are allowed, so a resident may keep a pet while living at Timber Ridge.

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Meridian at Stone Creek

1111 S 376Th St, Milton, WA 98354
Overview of Meridian at Stone Creek

Meridian at Stone Creek is nestled in the charming town of Milton, Washington. This luxurious retirement community offers a picturesque setting with breathtaking views of Mount Rainier, providing seniors with a truly captivating backdrop for their golden years. They offer a range of living options, including assisted living apartments, ensuring that seniors receive the level of support that suits their unique needs. Immerse yourself in the lush surroundings, where avenues for an engaging lifestyle await, stimulating both the mind and body. From exciting outings to the tranquility of a beautifully landscaped courtyard and inviting picnic areas, every day offers new opportunities for connection and enrichment.

The community prides itself on its friendly neighborhood ambiance, where residents can choose from spacious one-bedroom homes to spectacular penthouse residences, each designed with elegance and comfort in mind. Indulge in restaurant-style dining experiences, savoring delectable meals in the company of newfound friends. Engage in a multitude of social activities, from fitness classes that invigorate the body to intellectually stimulating pursuits that keep the mind sharp. For those in need of memory care benefits, Meridian at Stone Creek provides specialized assisted living with memory care services, ensuring that residents with specific cognitive needs receive the support and attention they require.

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Overview of Emerald City Senior Living

Emerald City Senior Living is an energetic community that ensures you are receiving the best quality of life in terms of assistance and independence. Offering assisted living with memory care emerges a vibrant social environment where residents can build new connections and make meaningful relationships with staff and other residents. Emerald City is a sophisticated warm and welcoming atmosphere that makes residents feel like family in their newfound home.
Emerald City ensures a comfortable and home-like environment that is built with resort-style hospitality: a clean-look private dining room, restaurant-style dining, club room, fitness center, library, and media room– few of the features that encourage social and recreational engagement. Safety is also their top priority as well; boasting their security equipment that helps with health measurements in elevating the approach to limit illness exposure. Their helpful services that promote a convenient and easy living include nurse supervision, transportation, maintenance, housekeeping and laundry services, pharmacy partner, social events, and 24-hour on-site wellness staff.

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Overview of Guardian Angel Homes Liberty Lake

One hundred four beds hold 76 residents at Guardian Angel Homes Liberty Lake in Liberty Lake, Washington, and five kinds of care are offered there. Independent living is private living with community services and no daily care. Assisted living here means help with bathing, dressing, and taking medicine. Memory care is a safe area with staff watching over residents who might wander.

Hospice care is offered for people at the end of life. Respite care is arranged for short stays when the main caregiver is away, whether for travel or rest. A resident whose situation changes has somewhere to go without leaving.

Rehabilitation services are included so that strength can be regained after sickness or injury.

The area is given a walk score of 41, which is called somewhat walkable. Most errands are still done by car or ride, especially for residents who no longer drive. A few places may be reached on foot.

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Overview of Quail Park of Lynnwood

Located at 4015 164th Street SW in Lynnwood, Washington, Quail Park of Lynnwood is a senior living community offering assisted living, independent living, and memory care. The community is within a few miles of Swedish Edmonds Campus Hospital, and downtown Lynnwood is a short drive away, making it convenient for visiting family and access to nearby services.

The community is licensed for 150 beds, with a current occupancy rate of 82%. Families can choose from Medicaid and private pay to cover the cost of care. Residents receive 24-hour support from an on-site care team across the assisted living, independent living, and memory care neighborhoods.

The neighborhood has a Walk Score of 44, which is somewhat walkable. A few nearby shops and services can be reached on foot, while most errands and outings require a car. This can be helpful for residents who enjoy occasional walks while still having transportation available for longer trips.

State inspections conducted by the Washington Department of Social and Health Services have focused on nurse delegation, medication administration procedures, and fire safety documentation, including sprinkler system maintenance and fire drill records. A follow-up inspection confirmed that these areas had been addressed.

Families considering Quail Park of Lynnwood should take a tour of the community to better understand its daily routines and how the care team supports residents across its three levels of care.

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Overview of Cogir of Vancouver

Residing in the neighborhood of Vancouver, WA, Cogir of Vancouver is an exceptional senior living community offering assisted living and independent living. The community features a wide range of elegant and spacious floor plans ranging from studio to two-bedroom apartments, promising unmatched relaxation and security. Experience a hassle-free retirement and receive top-notch care and assistance from a respectful and highly trained team.

The community orchestrates enjoyable activities and engaging events to foster a vibrant and welcoming environment. Moreover, Cogir of Vancouver strives to encourage seniors to thrive and aspire to live their best in its beautiful and peaceful spaces. Have a good dining experience with healthy and tasty meals satisfying dietary needs and tastes. Cogir of Vancouver is a great place to live a glorious retirement embraced by fabulous amenities for leisure and well-being.

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Overview of Fields Senior Living at Spokane Valley

Fields Senior Living at Spokane Valley offers luxury senior living with various care options, including independent living, assisted living, and memory care. Nestled in the picturesque city of Spokane, Washington, this community offers a sophisticated and boutique-style living atmosphere with personalized transportation, nutritious dining options, and worry-free apartment living. With a commitment to exceptional customer service, residents find peace of mind with 24-hour care and support, fostering a safe and comfortable lifestyle.

Since its founding in 1958, Fields Senior Living has supported, respected, and celebrated the lives of its residents. The community provides various amenities, from chef-inspired meals and a packed social schedule to opportunities for lifelong learning. The residents enjoy warm communal living areas, private and neighborly suites, and compassionate care from a committed team. The community’s design and services ensure a high quality of life, particularly for those dealing with memory loss, in a setting that prioritizes safety, comfort, and personal fulfillment.

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Overview of South Pointe Assisted Living

South Pointe Assisted Living is a haven of comfort and care, dedicated to providing exceptional support for seniors in a warm and inviting atmosphere. From spacious and well-appointed accommodations to a comprehensive array of amenities and engaging activities, South Pointe embodies a commitment to ensuring a fulfilling and vibrant lifestyle for its residents.

What sets South Pointe Assisted Living apart is its unwavering dedication to holistic wellness. Beyond assisting with daily activities, the community emphasizes the well-being of its residents by offering stimulating programs that cater to physical, social, and cognitive needs. Whether it’s group outings, fitness classes, or enriching cultural activities, there’s a focus on fostering a sense of belonging and purpose among residents.

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Overview of Merrill Gardens at the University

Enjoy being close to a variety of stores, entertainment options and all things University of Washington at Merrill Gardens at the University, a remarkable senior living community in Seattle, WA. The community offers independent living and assisted living with 123 studio, one, and two bedroom private apartments. Here, residents enjoy various services for their convenience, including concierge services, scheduled transportation, 24-hour support, weekly housekeeping, and restaurant-style dining.

Residents here are guaranteed an active and vibrant lifestyle with a dedicated Active Living Program Director overseeing a packed calendar of enriching activities and various wellness programs. The community features an array of amenities designed for residents’ comfort and welfare, including a library, movie theater, fitness area, wine bar, salon, and a piano. The meeting spaces, cozy living areas, refreshing patios and courtyard provides a relaxing space for socializing.

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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 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.