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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.
West Seattle — Highland Park Neighborhood Urban Senior Living Village Campus Adjacent to King County Metro Park & Ride Transit Center Convenient Access to Freeways Major Retail Centers Community Building with Lounge, Media Center, Exercise Room, and Activity Rooms with Planned Activities...
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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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I have lived here for about five years. The rent I have entered is nominal. Rent for most residents is based on income. I have rated care services as fair because this is an independent living facility....
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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.
About The MountThe Mount is a vibrant and innovative living care community in West Seattle for older adults that celebrates life, living, and individual capability. As a resident or patient, you will be treated with dignity and respect and empowered to work hand in hand with us to develop a plan...
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Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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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.
Comfort and care has an address – and it’s The Terraces at Skyline.It’s nice to know there’s a special place that offers exceptional care for every stage of life. Open since 2009, Skyline is a not-for-profit community nestled in the heart of the city. As Seattle’s only true Life Care community...
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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.
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.
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.
Nestled in the heart of Pike Place Market is a treasure just waiting to be discovered — Heritage House at the Market. With panoramic views of Elliot Bay and the Olympic Mountains, Heritage House offers private apartments in a rich urban environment. Staffed 24 hours a day, Heritage House brings...
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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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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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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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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.
WELCOME TO PARK SHORE. A lakefront tower in Seattle's picturesque Madison Park neighborhood, Park Shore is an active, welcoming community with panoramic views of Lake Washington. We offer a full range of services to foster independent and healthy living. Unparalleled retirement living. After...
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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.
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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.
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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...
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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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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.
Welcome to The Park at Belle Harbour, where modern luxury meets urban sophistication. Belle Harbour is the pinnacle of independent and assisted living in the city of Bellevue and its surrounding region, delivering world-class service & care, community craftsmanship, and unprecedented...
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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.

Cost of independent living in South Seattle, WA

The average cost of senior living in South Seattle is $4,262 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Tacoma, WA with an average of $4,106 per month.

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

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

Independent living costs in South Seattle, WA, vs. other senior living options

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

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

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

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in South Seattle 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
South Seattle, 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%
South Seattle, 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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Discover the many ways to pay for senior living

Planning ahead can better position you to make good choices for your loved one’s care in the future. But if your aging family member needs care now, there are ways to finance the cost of long-term care through a combination of approaches.

What families are saying about independent living in South Seattle

Recent reviews for independent living in South Seattle

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.

Life Manor-Golden Opportunity in Tacoma, WA

4.7
We were looking for a community where our loved one would not feel like they were a dependent senior and Life Manor really makes it that way. He feels like he is just a senior living in a community. He can do what he chooses to do but if he doesn't feel like he wants to participate that is fine ...
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Regency Newcastle

5.0
Finding Regency Newcastle was a dream come true for my very independent grandmother. The staff and facilities are absolutely wonderful - you can tell how much they care for their residents. My grandmother calls me everyday beaming about all of the activities and how she finally feels "at home". ...
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South Seattle independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in South Seattle independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in South Seattle, 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 South Seattle 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 South Seattle partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
South Seattle, WANational
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 South Seattle 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 South Seattle communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
South Seattle, 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 South Seattle 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 South Seattle offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
South Seattle, 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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