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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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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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My mother really enjoys this Senior Community. Everything looks nice and clean, they do a very good job of keeping the apartments well maintained. The staff is good and very friendly. We had few tiny hiccups...
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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.
New in popular Baltimore County, The Meadows of Reisterstown offers an exceptional affordable lifestyle for seniors 62+. In addition to one and two-bedroom apartments, residents may take advantage of on-site banking, an arts and crafts room, a wellness center, media center and many other...
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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.
From wooded views to well-maintained grounds, enjoyable living begins with the Glen Creek Apartment Community. Spacious one and two-bedroom apartments and three-bedroom town homes are available. Enhance your lifestyle with Glen Creek's swimming pool, children's play area and clubhouse with...
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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.
Park View at Woodland SpringsPark View at Woodland Springs is a senior housing community located in the beautiful town of District Heights, Maryland, which is located in Prince George’s county. The community’s location is perfect for those who enjoy a small town feel with all of the conveniences...
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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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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.
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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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Wesley House Senior Apartments is a senior housing community located in our beautiful nation's capital: Washington, DC. A comfortable environment in an unbeatable location, Wesley House Senior Apartments is the perfect choice for your new home. Washington is an incredible city with endless...
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Provides: Assisted Living
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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.
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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.
Elternhaus, IncElternhaus, provides a caring assisted living community to those adults who are looking to be a part of Dayton, MD. This community is located in a quiet area that is a great place to call home. Dayton is a part of Howard County and it offers much natural beauty in a peaceful area...
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Provides: Independent Living, Senior Apartments
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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.
Windsor Crossing Senior Community is a thriving community for seniors 62 and over, ideally located just off of Silver Hill Road in Suitland, Maryland. This active adults' community is within walking distance of the Metro and only 15 minutes from downtown Washington, D.C. Close to area shopping,...
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Provides: Independent Living, Senior Apartments
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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.
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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.
Memory Care: Memory 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.
Since 1995, Kenwood Care has managed four Howard County assisted living homes with two in Fulton, one in Dayton, and one in Laurel. Each location is in a beautiful residential setting and features:UNPARALLELED ROUND THE CLOCK CARE -2.5-to-1 resident-to-caregiver ratio (3x higher than state...
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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.
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.
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.
Provides: Assisted Living
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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.
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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.
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.
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Provides: Assisted Living
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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.
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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.
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Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
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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.
Memory Care: Memory 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.
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.

Cost of independent living in Sharpstown, MD

The average cost of senior living in Sharpstown is $3,754 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Edgewood, MD with an average of $2,889 per month.

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

Sharpstown, MD
$3,754/mo
$3,857/mo

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

Sharpstown, MD
$3,754/mo
U.S. national average
$4,016/mo

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

$6,216/mo
Independent Living
$3,754/mo

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

Semi-Private
$5,507/mo
Studio
$6,310/mo
1 Bedroom
$6,388/mo
2 Bedroom
$6,800/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$3,700/mo

Senior living costs in Sharpstown 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: Sharpstown, MD
Column state: Maryland
Column national: U.S.
Community typeSharpstown, MDMarylandU.S.
Independent Living$3,754/mo$3,830/mo$4,016/mo
Assisted Living$5,356/mo$5,268/mo$4,558/mo
Memory Care$6,216/mo$6,221/mo$4,794/mo
Independent Living
Sharpstown, MD:$3,754/mo
Maryland:$3,830/mo
U.S.:$4,016/mo
Assisted Living
Sharpstown, MD:$5,356/mo
Maryland:$5,268/mo
U.S.:$4,558/mo
Memory Care
Sharpstown, MD:$6,216/mo
Maryland:$6,221/mo
U.S.:$4,794/mo
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Independent living costs in Sharpstown, MD, over time

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

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Independent living cost trends in Sharpstown, MD

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Sharpstown 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
Sharpstown, MD$4,131/mo$4,143/mo-0.3%
Maryland$4,066/mo$4,045/mo+0.5%
National$3,261/mo$3,166/mo+3.0%
Sharpstown, MD
2024 average cost:$4,131/mo
2023 average cost:$4,143/mo
Percent change:-0.3%
Maryland
2024 average cost:$4,066/mo
2023 average cost:$4,045/mo
Percent change:+0.5%
National
2024 average cost:$3,261/mo
2023 average cost:$3,166/mo
Percent change:+3.0%
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What families are saying about independent living in Sharpstown

Recent reviews for independent living in Sharpstown

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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Forest Hills of DC in Washington, DC

4.6
My sister has lived at Forest Hills in the Health Care Center for a while. Before the pandemic, they had wonderful activities as well as great nursing care. In the pandemic they have done an incredible job to keep everyone safe, to figure out ways to have safe activities and/or virtual or safe ...
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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.

Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Well-maintained dining areas and meals. Residents from different communities, including The Gardens of Annapolis, Heartlands Senior Living Village at Ellicott City, and Bedford Court, a CCRC, frequently praise the food quality and the dining experiences. Meals are well-prepared and presentation is attractive. Some residents have ...
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Friendly and helpful staff. Staff members at communities such as The Gardens of Annapolis, Harmony at Enterprise, and Five Star Premier Residences of Chevy Chase are described as warm and welcoming by residents. They are attentive to the residents' needs and make residents and their families feel valued.
Engaging and diverse activities. Several communities, including Harmony at Kent, Bedford Court, a CCRC, and Heartlands Senior Living Village at Ellicott City, offer a variety of activities to keep residents socially and mentally engaged. Residents participate in games, movies, museum outings, and more.
Accommodating living spaces. Reviews for Harmony at Kent, Bedford Court, a CCRC, and Aspenwood Senior Living Community highlight the flexibility of living spaces to accommodate individual resident needs. Some apartments have been renovated with new flooring and repainting.
Proactive communication between staff and families. Staff at communities like Harmony at Kent, Bedford Court, a CCRC, and The Gardens of Annapolis maintain open lines of communication with residents and their families to ensure everyone is informed and their concerns are addressed.
Vibrant and engaging community atmosphere. Residents at communities such as Bedford Court, a CCRC, Heartlands Senior Living Village at Ellicott City, and Harmony at Enterprise report a sense of belonging and friendship among residents. They appreciate the opportunity to make new connections and form lasting friendships.
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Sharpstown independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Sharpstown independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Sharpstown, 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 Sharpstown 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 Sharpstown partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
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Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
20.2%
20.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
31.5%
34.1%
No sugar
No sugar
30.4%
31.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
27.1%
33.6%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
12.8%
8.1%
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Availability of select dining options in Sharpstown 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 Sharpstown communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
24.7%
36.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
30.7%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
26.8%
36.9%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
12.5%
17.4%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Sharpstown 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 Sharpstown offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Sharpstown, MDNational
Activity director
Activity director
31.8%
45.3%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
22.3%
28.4%
Community service programs
Community service programs
25.6%
32.8%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
47.9%
49.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
45.8%
49.8%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
49.4%
54.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
28.6%
43.1%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
26.2%
37.7%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
30.1%
41.7%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
34.8%
47.5%
Live performances
Live performances
34.8%
47.3%
Dances
Dances
20.8%
32.6%
Fitness center
Fitness center
27.1%
39.8%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
33.9%
47%
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Regency Crest, Chevy Chase House and The Skybridge at Town Center are the top-rated independent living facilities near Sharpstown, Maryland. See full list of communities.
There are 394 independent living facilities near Sharpstown, Maryland. See the full list.
The best independent living facilities near you in Sharpstown, Maryland are Chevy Chase House, Sunrise of Chevy Chase and Morningside House of Friendship. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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