About Assisted LivingAssisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.Complete guide to assisted livingBest of 2025 Assisted Living Winners
About Memory CareMemory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering. Complete guide to memory careBest of 2025 Memory Care Winners
About Independent LivingIndependent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.Complete guide to independent livingBest of 2025 Independent Living Winners
About Senior LivingSenior living is a term used to describe various housing and care options for older adults from maintenance-free, 55+ facilities for active seniors, to secure, fully staffed facilities for seniors with Alzheimer's or dementia. Complete guide to senior livingFind senior living facilities near you
About Nursing HomesNursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.Complete guide to Nursing Homes
About Senior ApartmentsSenior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.Complete guide to Senior Apartments
About Care HomesResidential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.Complete guide to care homes
Veteran ResourcesVA benefits for long-term care, such as Aid and Attendance benefits, can help eligible veterans and their surviving spouses pay for senior care.Guide to VA benefits for long-term care
Senior Living Home

10 Best Independent Living Communities in Colora, MD

Answer a few questions to get personalized results
Who are you searching for?

If you’re looking for independent living in the Colora area, our local senior living advisors can help you each step of the way. From affordable independent living for seniors to luxury options, we’ll work with you to understand the cost of independent living in Colora. From there, we’ll show you the best independent living communities for your lifestyle, interests, and budget.

Discover unique independent living amenities, social activities, dining, and more independent living benefits. With 496 independent living facilities in Colora, A Place for Mom makes it easier to find your new, maintenance-free home.

We are also serving Assisted Living facilities in surrounding neighborhoods like Lumbrook, Fairfield Crest and Nottingham Green.
You may also consider nearby communities such as Newark, Bel Air and Kennett Square.

ShortCode tests:
top3CommunitiesWithLinks: Regency Crest, Keystone Villa at Douglassville Independent Living and Juniper Village at Lebanon
zipAveragecost: $3,884

Colora Independent Living Facilities | 7228 Reviews

Showing 419 communities
Last Updated: 12/27/25
Sort by
Filter by
Review Score
Distance
See communities with
Amenities
Providers
Photo of Accolades Senior Care
Provides: Assisted Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Photo of Shirley Court Apartments
Provides: Senior Apartments
Care types provided by this community
Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Photo of Buchert Ridge Community
2525 Photos available
Provides: Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Buchert Ridge Community’s (BRC) unique concept was created approximately 10 years ago. We are not a condo or home-owner’s association. We are a professionally owned & managed community using a combination of the best features from the various types of adult living communities available.When...
Provides: Senior Apartments
Care types provided by this community
Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
5 star
67%
4 star
33%
3 star
0%
2 star
0%
1 star
0%
See all reviews
Provides: Senior Apartments
Care types provided by this community
Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
A new life of convenience, independence, reliability and affordability is waiting for you at Sunnybrook Senior Apartments. In our community, you'll find all the comfort and amenities to assure a perfectly satisfying way of life. Our one and two bedroom apartments feature amenities such as a...
Provides: Senior Apartments
Care types provided by this community
Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Photo of Selborn House of Dorsey Hall Apts.
Provides: Senior Apartments
Care types provided by this community
Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Welcome to the Lifestyle you deserve! Selborne House of Dorsey Hall is Ellicott City’s premier building, blending in and complimenting the charming surroundings.We offer Superb care-free living for seniors 62 years of age or better with qualifying income, a diverse selection of...
5 star
0%
4 star
0%
3 star
0%
2 star
0%
1 star
0%
See all reviews
Provides: Senior Apartments
Care types provided by this community
Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Located in historic Bridgeton NJ, this 80 unit apartment complex was renovated from its original use as an old sewing factory in the 1900's. Many of the factory's employees not only remain Bridgeton residents, but currently live in the Riverwalk Senior complex. The apartment complex sits next to...
Photo of Washington Arms
Provides: Assisted Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Photo of Village at Chester
Provides: Senior Apartments
Care types provided by this community
Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
The Village at Chester is located in the picturesque city of Chester, Queen Anne's County, Maryland by Kent Island Narrows. The region boasts gorgeous walking and biking trails, plenty of fine dining experiences and plenty to see and do. Village at Chester is a senior housing community which is...
See details
Inline cta image

Our free advisors can help

  • Compare local facilities
  • Determine care type
  • Schedule tours
  • Evaluate pricing
Photo of Waverly Garden Senior Apartments
1.0
Review score
1 review
1.0
Review score
1 review
5 star
0%
4 star
0%
3 star
0%
2 star
0%
1 star
0%
See all reviews
Provides: Senior Apartments
Care types provided by this community
Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Waverly Gardens Senior Apartments is the first residential development in metropolitan Baltimore that meets national standards for environmental friendliness. Our apartment community offers moderate-income seniors decreased energy costs and healthier indoor air quality.  Due to energy...
Provides: Assisted Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Photo of Stevens Towers
Provides: Assisted Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Photo of Walnut Park Plaza Apartments
Provides: Senior Apartments
Care types provided by this community
Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Photo of North Star Manor
Provides: Assisted Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Photo of Vine Street Manor
11 Photo available
Provides: Assisted Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
See details
Provides: Assisted Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
5 star
67%
4 star
33%
3 star
0%
2 star
0%
1 star
0%
See all reviews
My mom just recently passed away and the care that was given to her at Columbia Cottage in Hershey was such a blessing. They didn’t just take care of her physical needs but they truly cared about her and...
Provides: Assisted Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Photo of 58th and Greenway Presbyterian
Provides: Independent Living, Senior Apartments
Care types provided by this community
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.

Cost of independent living in Colora, MD

The average cost of senior living in Colora is $3,884 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Bel Air South, MD with an average of $2,881 per month.

Independent living costs in Colora, MD, vs. nearby cities

Colora, MD
$3,884/mo

Independent living costs in Colora, MD, vs. state and national averages

Colora, MD
$3,884/mo
U.S. national average
$4,016/mo

Independent living costs in Colora, MD, vs. other senior living options

$5,094/mo
Independent Living
$3,884/mo

Independent living costs in Colora, MD, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$4,779/mo
Studio
$5,480/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,731/mo
2 Bedroom
$6,077/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$4,418/mo

Senior living costs in Colora vs. state and national costs

Cost comparison table showing community type costs by location. This table contains 3 rows of data across 4 columns.
Column communityType: Community type
Column destination: Colora, MD
Column state: Maryland
Column national: U.S.
Community typeColora, MDMarylandU.S.
Independent Living$3,884/mo$3,830/mo$4,016/mo
Assisted Living$5,063/mo$5,268/mo$4,558/mo
Memory Care$5,094/mo$6,221/mo$4,794/mo
Independent Living
Colora, MD:$3,884/mo
Maryland:$3,830/mo
U.S.:$4,016/mo
Assisted Living
Colora, MD:$5,063/mo
Maryland:$5,268/mo
U.S.:$4,558/mo
Memory Care
Colora, MD:$5,094/mo
Maryland:$6,221/mo
U.S.:$4,794/mo
Table showing 5 of 3 items. Click to show less.
Table showing 5 of 3 items. Click to show less.

Independent living costs in Colora, MD, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly independent living costs have shifted over the past five years in Colora and how those changes compare with state and national trends. The figures represent quarterly averages of what seniors actually paid after moving into A Place for Mom partner communities.

Colora, MDMD stateNational

Independent living cost trends in Colora, MD

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Colora have changed in the last two years and how those changes compare with state and national trends. The figures represent averages of actual costs paid by seniors who moved into A Place for Mom partner communities in 2023 and 2024.

Cost comparison table showing 2023 and 2024 median costs by location. This table contains 3 rows of data across 4 columns.
Column location: Location
Column cost2024: 2024 average cost
Column cost2023: 2023 average cost
Column percentChange: Percent change
Location2024 average cost2023 average costPercent change
Colora, MD$4,137/mo$3,915/mo+5.7%
Maryland$4,043/mo$4,045/mo-0.0%
National$3,246/mo$3,151/mo+3.0%
Colora, MD
2024 average cost:$4,137/mo
2023 average cost:$3,915/mo
Percent change:+5.7%
Maryland
2024 average cost:$4,043/mo
2023 average cost:$4,045/mo
Percent change:-0.0%
National
2024 average cost:$3,246/mo
2023 average cost:$3,151/mo
Percent change:+3.0%
Table showing 5 of 3 items. Click to show less.
Table showing 5 of 3 items. Click to show less.

Discover the many ways to pay for senior living

Planning ahead can better position you to make good choices for your loved one’s care in the future. But if your aging family member needs care now, there are ways to finance the cost of long-term care through a combination of approaches.

What families are saying about independent living in Colora

Recent reviews for independent living in Colora

Harrison Senior Living Of Coatesville

4.9
Only been at HH for slightly over a year but have found all the nurses and staff to be very friendly and helpful, always willing lend me a helping hand when I need it. I enjoy the many little features that are provided, which are not provided in other living environments. Every week a new ...
Read more

Integrity Esther's Place at Harford in Baltimore, MD

4.8
From the first day of admittance, until his final passing, Esther's Place delivered excellent care for my 96 yr old Brother in law who suffered from Alzheimers & other medical issues. The high level of competence, caring & attention all within a great budget.. I highly recommend Esther's Place ...
Read more

Commonwealth Senior Living at Bel Air

4.6
We chose this place for my mom because it is very close to where we live and we can visit a lot. They seem to provide the most value for the price, there are nicer places but they were a lot more expensive. I toured four other homes before deciding on this one for my mom.

Colora independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Colora independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Colora, but support comparisons against nationwide offerings. Our Senior Living Advisors can help you find communities that fit your preferences.

Availability of select dietary accommodations in Colora independent living

Independent living communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of Colora partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Colora, MDNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
21.5%
20.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
32.9%
34.1%
No sugar
No sugar
30.8%
31.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
27.9%
33.6%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
14.3%
8.1%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%

Availability of select dining options in Colora independent living

Our independent living communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of Colora communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Colora, MDNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
27.7%
36.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
33.2%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
27%
36.9%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
12.9%
17.4%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%

Availability of select programs and activities in Colora independent living

Senior living communities offer a variety of programming to keep seniors socially, mentally, and physically vibrant. The chart below shows what percentage of partnered independent living communities in Colora offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Colora, MDNational
Activity director
Activity director
36.3%
45.3%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
25.3%
28.4%
Community service programs
Community service programs
25.5%
32.8%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
43.4%
49.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
43.4%
49.8%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
46.3%
54.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
32.2%
43.1%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
29.1%
37.7%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
32%
41.7%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
39.1%
47.5%
Live performances
Live performances
37.5%
47.3%
Dances
Dances
23.2%
32.6%
Fitness center
Fitness center
22.7%
39.8%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
37.7%
47%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%

Frequently Asked Questions

Regency Crest, Keystone Villa at Douglassville Independent Living and Juniper Village at Lebanon are the top-rated independent living facilities near Colora, Maryland. See full list of communities.
There are 496 independent living facilities near Colora, Maryland. See the full list.
The best independent living facilities near you in Colora, Maryland are Keystone Villa at Douglassville Independent Living, Senior Commons at Powder Mill and Morningside House of Friendship. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
Photo cta image

More questions?

Ask an A Place for Mom local advisor at no cost.

The information contained on this page is for informational purposes only and is not intended to constitute medical, legal or financial advice or create a professional relationship between A Place for Mom and the reader. Always seek the advice of your health care provider, attorney or financial advisor with respect to any particular matter, and do not act or refrain from acting on the basis of anything you have read on this site. Links to third-party websites are only for the convenience of the reader; A Place for Mom does not endorse the contents of the third-party sites.
Back to top