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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.
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Provides: Senior Apartments
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Indecco Apartments is a senior housing community located in Baltimore, Baltimore County, MD. Baltimore, which is the nation's largest independent city, is known for its rich history, unique local dialect and diverse population. Baltimore is historically a working-class port town, and was one of...
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Provides: Senior Apartments
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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Provides: Senior Apartments
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Highlandtown Plaza are senior apartments, located in Baltimore, MD in what many typically refer to as Baltimore County, is the premier place for the 55 and over community member who now wants to relax and enjoy the softer side. With the convenience of a bus line, our community members often enjoy...
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Cost of independent living in Pasadena, MD

The average cost of senior living in Pasadena is $3,425 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Edgewood, MD with an average of $2,889 per month.

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

Pasadena, MD
$3,425/mo
$3,526/mo

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

Pasadena, MD
$3,425/mo
U.S. national average
$4,016/mo

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

$6,168/mo
Independent Living
$3,425/mo

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

Semi-Private
$6,450/mo
Studio
$7,329/mo
1 Bedroom
$8,050/mo
2 Bedroom
$8,018/mo

Senior living costs in Pasadena 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: Pasadena, MD
Column state: Maryland
Column national: U.S.
Community typePasadena, MDMarylandU.S.
Independent Living$3,425/mo$3,830/mo$4,016/mo
Assisted Living$4,917/mo$5,268/mo$4,558/mo
Memory Care$6,168/mo$6,221/mo$4,794/mo
Independent Living
Pasadena, MD:$3,425/mo
Maryland:$3,830/mo
U.S.:$4,016/mo
Assisted Living
Pasadena, MD:$4,917/mo
Maryland:$5,268/mo
U.S.:$4,558/mo
Memory Care
Pasadena, MD:$6,168/mo
Maryland:$6,221/mo
U.S.:$4,794/mo
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Independent living costs in Pasadena, MD, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly independent living costs have shifted over the past five years in Pasadena 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.

Pasadena, MDMD stateNational

Independent living cost trends in Pasadena, MD

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Pasadena 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
Pasadena, MD$5,218/mo$4,403/mo+18.5%
Maryland$4,056/mo$3,843/mo+5.5%
National$3,158/mo$3,029/mo+4.3%
Pasadena, MD
2024 average cost:$5,218/mo
2023 average cost:$4,403/mo
Percent change:+18.5%
Maryland
2024 average cost:$4,056/mo
2023 average cost:$3,843/mo
Percent change:+5.5%
National
2024 average cost:$3,158/mo
2023 average cost:$3,029/mo
Percent change:+4.3%
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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 Pasadena

Recent reviews for independent living in Pasadena

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 ...
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Park View at Fullerton in Baltimore, MD

5.0
It's been a 5 for the most part.The staff is very friendly. My friend is social, he's meeting new people and getting to know them. One suggestion is if they could install ceiling fans that would be nice.

Residences at Vantage Point CCRC in Columbia, MD

5.0
I enjoy dining in our Fireside Dining Room, The Bistro and The Pub. The food is well prepared, presented in an attractive fashion, and is exceptional. The atmospheres of the venues are unique. I particularly enjoy the specials which are offered each night. The variety of the Seafood/Fish ...
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Pasadena independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Pasadena independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Pasadena, 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 Pasadena 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 Pasadena partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Pasadena, MDNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
6.9%
20.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
20.7%
34.1%
No sugar
No sugar
20.7%
31.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
13.8%
33.6%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
20.7%
8.1%
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Availability of select dining options in Pasadena 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 Pasadena communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Pasadena, MDNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
24.1%
36.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
27.6%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
24.1%
36.9%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
10.3%
17.4%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Pasadena 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 Pasadena offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Pasadena, MDNational
Activity director
Activity director
24.1%
45.3%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
20.7%
28.4%
Community service programs
Community service programs
20.7%
32.8%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
37.9%
49.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
34.5%
49.8%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
34.5%
54.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
24.1%
43.1%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
20.7%
37.7%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
27.6%
41.7%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
27.6%
47.5%
Live performances
Live performances
27.6%
47.3%
Dances
Dances
17.2%
32.6%
Fitness center
Fitness center
20.7%
39.8%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
27.6%
47%
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