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10 Best Independent Living Communities in Oso, WA

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Discover unique independent living amenities, social activities, dining, and more independent living benefits. With 177 independent living facilities in Oso, A Place for Mom makes it easier to find your new, maintenance-free home.

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top3CommunitiesWithLinks: Cascade Valley, Fields Senior Living at Smokey Point and Olympic Place Retirement and Assisted Living
zipAveragecost: $4,262

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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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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.
Our continuing care retirement community is home to nearly 250 residents who value independence and friendship, healthy living and quality care. The convenience, amenities and safety of a retirement community combine with the freedom of residing in your own home. With a prime location on Queen...
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Cost of independent living in Oso, WA

The average cost of senior living in Oso is $4,262 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Oak Harbor, WA with an average of $3,568 per month.

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

Oso, WA
$4,262/mo
U.S. national average
$3,520/mo

Independent living costs in Oso, WA, vs. other senior living options

$7,920/mo
Independent Living
$4,262/mo

Independent living costs in Oso, WA, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$3,869/mo
Studio
$3,773/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,794/mo
2 Bedroom
$6,670/mo

Senior living costs in Oso 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: Oso, WA
Column state: Washington
Column national: U.S.
Community typeOso, WAWashingtonU.S.
Independent Living$4,262/mo$4,089/mo$3,520/mo
Assisted Living$6,521/mo$6,480/mo$5,830/mo
Memory Care$7,920/mo$8,229/mo$6,999/mo
Independent Living
Oso, WA:$4,262/mo
Washington:$4,089/mo
U.S.:$3,520/mo
Assisted Living
Oso, WA:$6,521/mo
Washington:$6,480/mo
U.S.:$5,830/mo
Memory Care
Oso, WA:$7,920/mo
Washington:$8,229/mo
U.S.:$6,999/mo
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Independent living costs in Oso, WA, over time

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

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Oso 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 average 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
Oso, WA$4,247/mo$4,155/mo+2.2%
Washington$3,884/mo$3,765/mo+3.2%
National$3,416/mo$3,319/mo+2.9%
Oso, WA
2024 average cost:$4,247/mo
2023 average cost:$4,155/mo
Percent change:+2.2%
Washington
2024 average cost:$3,884/mo
2023 average cost:$3,765/mo
Percent change:+3.2%
National
2024 average cost:$3,416/mo
2023 average cost:$3,319/mo
Percent change:+2.9%
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What families are saying about independent living in Oso

Recent reviews for independent living in Oso

Chandler's Square in Anacortes, WA

5.0
Cleanliness - they have not been able to keep the room cleaning schedule that was there when we started due to staffing issues. However all the common areas are clean and the residents are trying to keep their rooms clean. They offer a variety of foods and take my mom's requests seriously and ...
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The Vintage at Mount Vernon

5.0
I've had a great experience here so far, I'd recommend this place highly! You get quite a lot for what you pay here, they are "apartment homes" so each unit has a small fully equipped kitchen, and a washer and dryer. The complex also has a gym, billiard room, and a great room for ...
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Cap Sante Court Community in Anacortes, WA

4.9
My family member will have been there two years in August, and it is perfect for his needs. He has a studio right by the dining room and is very comfortable there. He has an exercise routine and plays games every day with fellow residents.

Oso independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Oso independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Oso, 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 Oso 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 Oso 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
33.6%
18.1%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
59.7%
30.5%
No sugar
No sugar
55.4%
27.3%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
64%
29.8%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
20%
9.8%
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Availability of select dining options in Oso 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 Oso communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Oso, WANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
62%
32.1%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
65.7%
38.3%
Room service
Room service
60.3%
32.6%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
42.1%
15.2%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Oso 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 Oso offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Oso, WANational
Activity director
Activity director
68.7%
39.7%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
43.5%
25.1%
Community service programs
Community service programs
51.3%
29.1%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
63.7%
41.5%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
71.3%
43.2%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
74.5%
47.4%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
62.2%
37.8%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
62.7%
34.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
62.8%
36.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
71.3%
41.6%
Live performances
Live performances
68.8%
41.2%
Dances
Dances
53.1%
29.2%
Fitness center
Fitness center
60.3%
35.1%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
69.4%
40.8%
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Frequently Asked Questions

Cascade Valley, Fields Senior Living at Smokey Point and Olympic Place Retirement and Assisted Living are the top-rated independent living facilities near Oso, Washington. See full list of communities.
There are 177 independent living facilities near Oso, Washington. See the full list.
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The best independent living facilities near you in Oso, Washington are Cogir of Mill Creek, Brookdale Everett and Cogir of Queen Anne. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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