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4 star
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3 star
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Overall, I think this is a great place. They're very good at keeping the common areas clean. The apartments are good but a bit small, especially when you're restricted from being able to get out and about...
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.
At Herndon Harbor House, we offer a variety of community features. Residents can enjoy regular off-site adventures and excursions. Cats and dogs are allowed in private quarters. Our property is conveniently located near accessible public transportation. Free resident parking available at our...
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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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4 star
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My father moved into the Hermitage in early Sept 2018. We couldn't be more happy. I was looking for a place for my Dad and after talking to [name removed] I basically stopped my search. She was so lovely and...
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent 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.
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.
Conveniently located in the heart of Northern Virginia, the Hermitage is a premier Continuing Care Retirement Community (CCRC) offering various levels of care and services that promote an independent lifestyle regardless of needs. A not-for-profit community, owned and operated by Virginia United...
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Cost of independent living in Mosby Woods, VA

The average cost of senior living in Mosby Woods is $4,890 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Falls Church, VA with an average of $4,657 per month.

Independent living costs in Mosby Woods, VA, vs. nearby cities

Mosby Woods, VA
$4,890/mo
$4,884/mo

Independent living costs in Mosby Woods, VA, vs. state and national averages

Mosby Woods, VA
$4,890/mo
U.S. national average
$4,016/mo

Independent living costs in Mosby Woods, VA, vs. other senior living options

$7,013/mo
Independent Living
$4,890/mo

Independent living costs in Mosby Woods, VA, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$6,143/mo
Studio
$7,455/mo
1 Bedroom
$8,178/mo
2 Bedroom
$7,878/mo

Senior living costs in Mosby Woods 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: Mosby Woods, VA
Column state: Virginia
Column national: U.S.
Community typeMosby Woods, VAVirginiaU.S.
Independent Living$4,890/mo$4,385/mo$4,016/mo
Assisted Living$6,056/mo$5,211/mo$4,558/mo
Memory Care$7,013/mo$5,216/mo$4,794/mo
Independent Living
Mosby Woods, VA:$4,890/mo
Virginia:$4,385/mo
U.S.:$4,016/mo
Assisted Living
Mosby Woods, VA:$6,056/mo
Virginia:$5,211/mo
U.S.:$4,558/mo
Memory Care
Mosby Woods, VA:$7,013/mo
Virginia:$5,216/mo
U.S.:$4,794/mo
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Independent living costs in Mosby Woods, VA, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly independent living costs have shifted over the past five years in Mosby Woods 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 Mosby Woods, VA

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Mosby Woods 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
Mosby Woods, VA$5,304/mo$4,730/mo+12.1%
Virginia$3,620/mo$3,358/mo+7.8%
National$3,261/mo$3,166/mo+3.0%
Mosby Woods, VA
2024 average cost:$5,304/mo
2023 average cost:$4,730/mo
Percent change:+12.1%
Virginia
2024 average cost:$3,620/mo
2023 average cost:$3,358/mo
Percent change:+7.8%
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 Mosby Woods

Recent reviews for independent living in Mosby Woods

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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Victory Terrace in Potomac, MD

5.0
Victory Terrace Senior Apartments have been a wonderful experience so far for my mom. The staff is friendly and helpful. It is a beautiful community with well-kept landscaping in a breathtaking neighborhood. My mom is an active 84 and this lifestyle suits her well. She still enjoys making her ...
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Ingleside at King Farm, a CCRC in Rockville, MD

4.6
Overall my mothers happy. Communication was tough at the beginning but has gotten better. They set up covid shots for the residence and made that really easy. The community is neat and clean and the staff is very friendly. I would recommend this community to others.

Mosby Woods independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Mosby Woods independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Mosby Woods, 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 Mosby Woods 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 Mosby Woods partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Mosby Woods, VANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
42.3%
20.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
51.9%
34.1%
No sugar
No sugar
51.9%
31.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
44.2%
33.6%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
34.6%
8.1%
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Availability of select dining options in Mosby Woods 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 Mosby Woods communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Mosby Woods, VANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
48.1%
36.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
53.8%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
51.9%
36.9%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
46.2%
17.4%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Mosby Woods 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 Mosby Woods offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Mosby Woods, VANational
Activity director
Activity director
57.7%
45.3%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
51.9%
28.4%
Community service programs
Community service programs
38.5%
32.8%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
61.5%
49.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
59.6%
49.8%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
73.1%
54.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
50%
43.1%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
51.9%
37.7%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
53.8%
41.7%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
57.7%
47.5%
Live performances
Live performances
57.7%
47.3%
Dances
Dances
42.3%
32.6%
Fitness center
Fitness center
34.6%
39.8%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
57.7%
47%
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Frequently Asked Questions

The Gardens at Fair Oaks, Chevy Chase House and The Residence at Colvin Run are the top-rated independent living facilities near Mosby Woods, Virginia. See full list of communities.
There are 60 independent living facilities near Mosby Woods, Virginia. See the full list.
The best independent living facilities near you in Mosby Woods, Virginia are Chevy Chase House, Acclaim at Belmont Bay and Sunrise of Chevy Chase. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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