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These apartments are located in Burien. They are independent senior living apartments. They do not serve food or clean your apartment. Amazing owners, lots of activities, safe building, clean, roomy...
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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.
Boulevard park Place! A 55+ Active Seniors community, You'll enjoy Freedom, security, friendship & peace of mind! Our independent apartments are located on ten acres with views of the Cascade Mountains and just minutes to golf, shopping, theatres, medical facilities and easy access to Sea-Tac...
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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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This is a wonderful place to be. The staff does an excellent job at taking care of my loved one. Since coming to this community my loved one has thrived and that makes me very happy. Some of the staff here...
Provides: Assisted Living, 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.
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.
One of the most difficult times in a family's life is having to find a senior home for their beloved elderly family members. As people age, they require a type of care that isn't necessarily easy to tend to. They require a type of assistance that is there for every hour of the day. With the...
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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.
The Hearthstone is an assisted living community located in the beautiful neighborhood of Green Lake in Seattle, King County, Washington. Our scenic community overlooks lush green city parks and the calm waters of Green Lake, providing a natural oasis in the heart of the city. Seattle is a modern,...
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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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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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Provides: Assisted Living, 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.
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.
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Provides: Assisted Living, 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.
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.
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I do live in these apartments, located at this address listed. It is a SHAG apartment building. I like living here very much. They are nice apartments. However, I disagree with the description that is on...
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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.
A selection of one- and two-bedroom apartments with a variety of floor plans, including some fully handicap-accessible apartments. Town home-style flats. Select apartments feature patios, terraces or balconies. Professionally designed kitchens with full-size appliances, including dishwashers,...

Cost of independent living in Mount Baker, WA

The average cost of senior living in Mount Baker is $4,235 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Renton, WA with an average of $4,113 per month.

Independent living costs in Mount Baker, WA, vs. nearby cities

Mount Baker, WA
$4,235/mo
$4,273/mo

Independent living costs in Mount Baker, WA, vs. state and national averages

Mount Baker, WA
$4,235/mo
U.S. national average
$4,017/mo

Independent living costs in Mount Baker, WA, vs. other senior living options

$5,265/mo
Independent Living
$4,235/mo

Independent living costs in Mount Baker, WA, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$3,000/mo
Studio
$3,405/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,486/mo
2 Bedroom
$6,101/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$5,288/mo

Senior living costs in Mount Baker 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: Mount Baker, WA
Column state: Washington
Column national: U.S.
Community typeMount Baker, WAWashingtonU.S.
Independent Living$4,235/mo$4,205/mo$4,017/mo
Assisted Living$5,219/mo$5,199/mo$4,558/mo
Memory Care$5,265/mo$5,265/mo$4,794/mo
Independent Living
Mount Baker, WA:$4,235/mo
Washington:$4,205/mo
U.S.:$4,017/mo
Assisted Living
Mount Baker, WA:$5,219/mo
Washington:$5,199/mo
U.S.:$4,558/mo
Memory Care
Mount Baker, WA:$5,265/mo
Washington:$5,265/mo
U.S.:$4,794/mo
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Independent living costs in Mount Baker, WA, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly independent living costs have shifted over the past five years in Mount Baker 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 Mount Baker, WA

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Mount Baker 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
Mount Baker, WA$3,665/mo$3,624/mo+1.1%
Washington$3,639/mo$3,442/mo+5.7%
National$3,259/mo$3,168/mo+2.9%
Mount Baker, WA
2024 average cost:$3,665/mo
2023 average cost:$3,624/mo
Percent change:+1.1%
Washington
2024 average cost:$3,639/mo
2023 average cost:$3,442/mo
Percent change:+5.7%
National
2024 average cost:$3,259/mo
2023 average cost:$3,168/mo
Percent change:+2.9%
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What families are saying about independent living in Mount Baker

Recent reviews for independent living in Mount Baker

Brookdale Foundation House in Federal Way, WA

5.0
The staff is very friendly and helpful at Brookdale Foundation House. The dining staff really spoil you. The maintenance staff is prompt about needs and even brings your packages to your apartment from the front desk. The apartments are spacious with lots of storage. Families are notified of ...
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Highlander Apartments in Seattle, WA

4.9
What we really saw that was positive is the staff, from the front end staff, to the director, who is excellent to work with. They have excellent communication. We get emails all the time with any updates. They're close by to medical facilities, so that's been a Godsend. The shuttle service ...
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South Pointe Assisted Living in Everett, WA

5.0
My mom was here for several years and really enjoyed the other residents and the staff. It's a really small community, the smallest I've ever seen, and it's all on one level so it was easy for her to get around with her walker. Great for someone looking for a warm, family-like environment.

Mount Baker independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Mount Baker independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Mount Baker, 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 Mount Baker 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 Mount Baker partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Mount Baker, WANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
38.9%
20.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
59.3%
34.1%
No sugar
No sugar
54.6%
31.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
60.2%
33.6%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
20.4%
8.1%
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Availability of select dining options in Mount Baker 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 Mount Baker communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Mount Baker, WANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
60.2%
36.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
63%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
57.4%
36.9%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
45.4%
17.4%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Mount Baker 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 Mount Baker offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
65.7%
45.3%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
43.5%
28.4%
Community service programs
Community service programs
52.8%
32.8%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
61.1%
49.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
64.8%
49.8%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
75.9%
54.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
61.1%
43.1%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
59.3%
37.7%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
64.8%
41.7%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
64.8%
47.5%
Live performances
Live performances
64.8%
47.3%
Dances
Dances
50.9%
32.6%
Fitness center
Fitness center
51.9%
39.8%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
63.9%
47%
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Brookdale West Seattle, Revel Issaquah and Cogir of Kent are the top-rated independent living facilities near Mount Baker, Washington. See full list of communities.
There are 129 independent living facilities near Mount Baker, Washington. See the full list.
The best independent living facilities near you in Mount Baker, Washington are Merrill Gardens at Wright Park, Cogir of Kent and Farrington Court. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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