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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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The community is a very nice place to live and it's in a nice area. Because of covid, it's hard to get to know people but that's understandable. I am happy with my apt.
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.
Parkview at Fullerton is a beautiful senior community located in the Fullerton area. Our community offers social and recreational activities along with educational and health seminars. Management has monthly community updates with residents. We are conveniently located near area shopping malls,...
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The building is very nice and up to date. the only issue I have is I would open past 3 pm. The communication could be better between the staff and the residence. I would definitely recommend this community...
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.
Park View at Ellicott City I is an affordable and vibrant senior housing community located in beautiful Howard County, Maryland just 25 minutes west of Baltimore. Surrounded by lush trees only minutes from Ellicott City Senior Center, Park View I offers 81 one and two bedroom apartments to...
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My son and I looked at a number of facilities. When we got here we were impressed by how friendly there were compared to the other places. Here they are very warm. They have a lot of activities. It seemed...
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.
Park View at Ellicott City II is an affordable and warm senior housing located in stunning Ellicott City, Maryland just half an hour west of Baltimore. Ranked four times in the top 20 places to live in the United States by Money and CNNMoney.com, Park View II offers spacious and bright one and...
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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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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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Cost of independent living in Valley Stream, MD

The average cost of senior living in Valley Stream is $3,392 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Bel Air South, MD with an average of $2,881 per month.

Independent living costs in Valley Stream, MD, vs. nearby cities

Valley Stream, MD
$3,392/mo
$3,526/mo

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

Valley Stream, MD
$3,392/mo
U.S. national average
$4,016/mo

Independent living costs in Valley Stream, MD, vs. other senior living options

$5,932/mo
Independent Living
$3,392/mo

Independent living costs in Valley Stream, MD, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$4,268/mo
Studio
$5,200/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,167/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,393/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$3,700/mo

Senior living costs in Valley Stream 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: Valley Stream, MD
Column state: Maryland
Column national: U.S.
Community typeValley Stream, MDMarylandU.S.
Independent Living$3,392/mo$3,830/mo$4,016/mo
Assisted Living$5,051/mo$5,268/mo$4,558/mo
Memory Care$5,932/mo$6,221/mo$4,794/mo
Independent Living
Valley Stream, MD:$3,392/mo
Maryland:$3,830/mo
U.S.:$4,016/mo
Assisted Living
Valley Stream, MD:$5,051/mo
Maryland:$5,268/mo
U.S.:$4,558/mo
Memory Care
Valley Stream, MD:$5,932/mo
Maryland:$6,221/mo
U.S.:$4,794/mo
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Independent living costs in Valley Stream, MD, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly independent living costs have shifted over the past five years in Valley Stream 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 Valley Stream, MD

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Valley Stream 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
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Location2024 average cost2023 average costPercent change
Valley Stream, MD$3,910/mo$3,680/mo+6.3%
Maryland$4,043/mo$4,045/mo-0.0%
National$3,246/mo$3,151/mo+3.0%
Valley Stream, MD
2024 average cost:$3,910/mo
2023 average cost:$3,680/mo
Percent change:+6.3%
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2024 average cost:$4,043/mo
2023 average cost:$4,045/mo
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2024 average cost:$3,246/mo
2023 average cost:$3,151/mo
Percent change:+3.0%
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What families are saying about independent living in Valley Stream

Recent reviews for independent living in Valley Stream

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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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.

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.

Valley Stream independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Valley Stream independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Valley Stream, 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 Valley Stream 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 Valley Stream 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
21%
20.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
32.1%
34.1%
No sugar
No sugar
29.6%
31.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
27.2%
33.6%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
9.9%
8.1%
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Availability of select dining options in Valley Stream 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 Valley Stream communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
22.2%
36.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
29.6%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
25.9%
36.9%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
6.2%
17.4%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Valley Stream 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 Valley Stream offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
29.6%
45.3%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
19.8%
28.4%
Community service programs
Community service programs
27.2%
32.8%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
48.1%
49.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
44.4%
49.8%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
55.6%
54.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
23.5%
43.1%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
24.7%
37.7%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
29.6%
41.7%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
33.3%
47.5%
Live performances
Live performances
30.9%
47.3%
Dances
Dances
23.5%
32.6%
Fitness center
Fitness center
22.2%
39.8%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
30.9%
47%
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Frequently Asked Questions

Regency Crest, Heartlands Senior Living Village at Ellicott City and Sunrise of Pikesville are the top-rated independent living facilities near Valley Stream, Maryland. See full list of communities.
There are 94 independent living facilities near Valley Stream, Maryland. See the full list.
The best independent living facilities near you in Valley Stream, Maryland are Morningside House of Friendship and Sunrise of Pikesville. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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