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Best Independent Living in Yakima, WA

Reviewed by Dr. Jordan Weiss
Updated Dec 2025

Sources: CMS Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services, and Washington Department of Health, Office of Aging and Long Term Care.

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Avg. Monthly cost: $2,337
National average: $5,600
Monthly cost range: $550 - $4,950
National average: $3,400 – $8,200
Avg. Staff-to-Resident ratio: Unknown
National average: 1:6

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Solista Yakima by Cogir
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Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support.

Yakima
-Yes 40 Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed-
Peach Tree Retirement Center
IL

Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support.

AL

Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.

Yakima
-Yes 48 Studio / 1 BedA+
Avamere at Englewood Heights Memory Care
Yakima
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Overview of Peach Tree Retirement Center

Situated in a peaceful area in Yakima, WA, Peach Tree Retirement Center is an exceptional senior living community purposely built to offer affordable independent living. Embracing residents’ independence, the community provides them with spacious and stunning accommodations surrounded by stunning natural beauty and equipped with convenient features like emergency response systems. Residents keep their peace of mind with kind and attentive team members available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.

The community’s ideal location provides easy access to entertainment, shops, and dining spots in the city, combined with its wide selection of engaging activities for an active and dynamic retirement experience. Residents always eat healthily with fresh, delicious meals and replenishing snacks served daily. A multitude of amenities like a hair salon, activity room, library, and exercise room are also available for a more enticing living experience.

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Room Sizes: 353 / 480 sq. ft

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Housing Options: Studio / 1 Bed

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Building Type: Single-story

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Overview of Solista Yakima by Cogir

Based in Yakima, WA, Solista Yakima by Cogir is a close-knit community that provides a vibrant setting for independent living. Residents here find comfort in their studio, one–, or two-bedroom apartments with housekeeping and maintenance services for their convenience. Enjoy easy access to local attractions, recreations, and lifestyle amenities designed to enrich your life.

Exciting activities and programs for arts, fitness, and social interaction are available to help residents curate their daily lives. Delicious and wholesome meals are also served daily in a cozy dining room that fosters bonding and socialization. Here, residents have everything they need to lead the life they want within a vibrant environment that fosters meaningful experiences.

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Room Sizes: 435 - 503 / 547 / 729 sq. ft.

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Housing Options: Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed

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Building Type: 3-story

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Ranking Methodology

How we rank these independent living communities

Every community above is evaluated across six weighted categories using public data including state inspection records, review platforms, BBB profiles, and operator-published materials.

Public data 6 weighted categories Updated quarterly
Full methodology

Weighting overview

35%
Resident Experience
25%
Regulatory
15%
Visual Media
10%
Website
10%
Stability
5%
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.

Includes 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.

Includes 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.

Includes 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.

Includes 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.

Includes Walk Score Pricing Transparency
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Frequently Asked Questions about Independent Living in Yakima, WA

What is the average cost of independent living in Yakima, WA?

The average monthly cost of independent living in Yakima, WA is approximately $2,337. Actual rates vary by community, level of care, and floorplan.

What is the price range for independent living in Yakima, WA?

Independent living in Yakima, WA typically ranges from $550 - $4,950 per month, depending on the community, room type, and care needs.

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 2 independent living communities in Yakima, WA. Use the filters and comparison tools above to compare ratings, amenities, and pricing.

How do I choose the right independent living community in Yakima, WA?

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 Yakima, WA, 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 Yakima, WA?

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.