The 20 Best Independent Living Communities in SeattleWA

30 communities near SeattleWA

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Best of 2026

Truewood By MerrillFirst Hill

1421 Minor AvenueSeattleWA 98101

Assisted Living Memory Care Independent Living

Nestled in a vibrant and welcoming neighborhoodTruewood by MerrillFirst Hill offers a warm and inviting atmosphere for seniors seeking a fulfilling and independent life. This community is dedicated to providing exceptional care and medical servicesensuring residents receive personalized attention and support. With a seasoned team of professionalsTruewood by MerrillFirst Hill is comm...

From $1,950/mo

9.9

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Murano Senior Living

620 Terry AvenueSeattleWA 98104

Assisted Living Memory Care Independent Living

"I moved here a little over a year and so far my experience has been great. The staff is friendly and welcoming and the meals are quite good and is a solid event calendar to keep us busy. " - Bobbie

From $4,950/mo

9.9

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Cogir Of Queen Anne

805 4th Avenue NorthSeattleWA 98109

Assisted Living Independent Living

"Mom loves it here! It was important to her to stay in her neighborhoodbut to make sure we were making the best choicewe toured several. We were ultimately won over by the food here. It is the best around. They tell you what ship the seafood came in on - which she really enjoys! We also loved the garden program. Several areas have been renovated. Andrea toured us and has been a gem over the pas..." - Irene

From $2,995/mo

9.9

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Brookdale Admiral Heights

2326 California Avenue SWSeattleWA 98116

Assisted Living Independent Living

"It's not the newest facilitybut the people are wonderful." -

From $5,215/mo

9.5

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Merrill Gardens At Ballard

2418 Northwest 56th StreetSeattleWA 98107

Assisted Living Memory Care Independent Living

Nestled in the heart of a vibrant neighborhoodMerrill Gardens at Ballard offers a remarkable senior living experience enriched by its exceptional care and medical services. Residents enjoy the reassurance of 24-hour supervision and a comprehensive health support systemincluding assistance with daily living activities and medication management. The community's dedication to health and wellness ...

From $3,695/mo

9.9

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Holiday Bridge Park

3204 south west morgan streetSeattleWA 98126

Independent Living

Nestled in a vibrant neighborhoodHoliday Bridge Park stands as a beacon of warmth and community for seniors seeking a fulfilling life. This senior living community is dedicated to providing exceptional care and medical servicesensuring that residents feel safe and supported at all times. With an emphasis on wellnessHoliday Bridge Park offers a comprehensive range of health care services...

From $1,999/mo

9.3

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Merrill Gardens At The University

5300 24th Avenue NortheastSeattleWA 98105

Assisted Living Independent Living

Nestled in a vibrant neighborhoodMerrill Gardens at The University offers a welcoming and supportive environment for seniors seeking a fulfilling life. This community is thoughtfully designed to cater to individual needspromoting independence and personal growth. Residents enjoy the convenience of being near a plethora of storesentertainment venuesand the renowned University of Washin...

From $4,195/mo

9.8

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Brookdale West Seattle

4611 35th Avenue SWSeattleWA 98126

Assisted Living Independent Living

Nestled in a vibrant neighborhoodBrookdale West Seattle offers a welcoming environment for seniors seeking to enjoy their golden years with a blend of independence and support. This senior living community is notable for its comprehensive care and medical servicesensuring residents receive the assistance they need while maintaining a fulfilling life. The community provides 12-16 hour nurs...

From $4,185/mo

8.9

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Merrill Gardens At Kirkland

14 Main Street SouthKirklandWA 98033

Assisted Living Independent Living

Merrill Gardens at Kirkland is a vibrant senior living community that stands out for its exceptional care and medical services. Residents enjoy the comfort of knowing that assistance is available around-the-clockwith services such as medication managementcoordination with healthcare providersand support for daily living activities. The community is equipped with a 24-hour call system and sup...

From $2,595/mo

9.9

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Norse Home

5311 Phinney Avenue NSeattleWA 98103

Assisted Living Independent Living

Nestled atop the historic Phinney RidgeNorse Home stands as a beacon of compassionate care and community for seniors. With a rich legacy that dates back to the 1930sthis not-for-profit heritage community was established by Scandinavian immigrants as a haven for their eldersfinally opening its doors in 1957. The community offers a harmonious blend of independent and assisted living accommodat...

From $6,200/mo

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Pacific Regent Bellevue

919 109th Avenue NortheastBellevueWA 98004

Independent Living

"I enjoyed my visit there very much. Suzanne was very helpful. I plan to see her again." - Kayla

From $5,995/mo

9.7

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University House Wallingford

4400 Stone Way NSeattleWA 98103

Assisted Living Independent Living

University House At Wallingford is a welcoming senior living community that offers a variety of health care services tailored to meet the needs of its residents. With a focus on providing comprehensive carethe community ensures that residents have access to a 24-hour call system and supervisionassistance with daily activities such as bathingdressingand transfersas well as medication mana...

From $5,215/mo

9.3

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Ida Culver House Ravenna

2315 North East 65th StreetSeattleWA 98115

Assisted Living Independent Living

Ida Culver House Ravennanestled in the vibrant Ravenna neighborhoodstands as a testament to care and community for its senior residents. This large communitypart of the renowned Era Living familycontinues the legacy of Ida Culverwho dedicated her life to serving retired teachersand now extends its warm embrace to individuals from all walks of life. With 90 residences designed for both ...

From $2,960/mo

9.3

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Ida Culver House Broadview

12505 Greenwood Avenue NSeattleWA 98133

Assisted Living Memory Care Independent Living

Ida Culver House Broadview offers residents a vibrant and nurturing environment where they can enjoy stunning views of Puget Sound and the Olympic Mountains. Founded by Ida Culver as a haven for retired teachersthis expansive community in north Seattle warmly welcomes all individuals seeking a supportive living space. With a large community sizeresidents have the freedom to personalize their l...

From $3,700/mo

6.8

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The Gardens At Town Square

933 111th Avenue NEBellevueWA 98004

Assisted Living Memory Care Independent Living

The Gardens At Town Square is a vibrant senior living community that stands out for its exceptional care and medical services. Nestled in the heart of BellevueWashingtonthis large community offers an array of health care services designed to cater to the individual needs of its residents. With 12-16 hour nursing carea 24-hour call systemand around-the-clock supervisionresidents can enjoy...

From $3,050/mo

9.3

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The Lakeshore

11448 Rainier Avenue SSeattleWA 98178

Assisted Living Independent Living

Nestled in a scenic locationLakeshore offers a vibrant and supportive environment for seniors seeking a fulfilling life. This expansive communitywith its stunning views of Lake Washington and Mount Rainieris designed to provide both independent and assisted living options. Residents can enjoy the serene beauty of the community gardens and walking pathscreating a tranquil atmosphere th...

From $3,035/mo

9.3

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Solista Bellevue

13350 Southeast 26th StreetBellevueWA 98005

Independent Living

Solista Bellevue is a vibrant senior living community that offers a warm and welcoming environment for residents seeking an enriching and fulfilling life. Nestled in a serene neighborhoodSolista Bellevue provides a perfect blend of comfort and convenienceallowing residents to enjoy life to the fullest. With a focus on fostering connections and encouraging personal growththis community e...

From $3,189/mo

9.3

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The Bellettini

1115 108th Avenue NortheastBellevueWA 98004

Assisted Living Independent Living

"I have been living here for about a year now and i'm very happy with this community. The staff really care for us and they go above and beyond to make sure that we are happycomfortableand that we have everything we need. I especially appreciate the care and attention that they have shown me during a recent time of grief and loss." - Froukje

From $6,710/mo

9.8

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The Watermark At Bellevue Independent Living

65 112th Avenue NortheastBellevueWA 98004

Independent Living

"We are truly enjoying living at The Watermark Bellevue. The facilities are newcleanand a gorgeous luxurious setting. We also enjoy the librarygymsky lounge and all the other amenities they have. We love the Friday Happy Hour hosted by The Watermark. And most importantly the food is always great along with great hospitality. And the staff is always friendly and welcoming us. " - Yoshimasa

From $4,900/mo

8.9

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Village Green

2615 South West Barton StreetSeattleWA 98126

Assisted Living Independent Living

Nestled in the heart of West SeattleVillage Green Senior Living offers a vibrant and supportive environment that prioritizes health and wellness for its residents. The community is designed to foster a sense of belonging and connectionwith spacious apartment homes and a variety of activity rooms to explore. Residents can enjoy a full calendar of enriching activitiesfrom ice cream socials to ...

From $3,200/mo

5.2

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Best value independent living in SeattleWA

In SeattleWashingtonthe top assisted living communities offering the best value—meaning high ratings combined with low cost of care—include Solista BellevueMorningStar of KirklandHoliday Bridge Parkand The Watermark At Bellevue Independent Living. This assessment is based on an analysis of 1,184 reviews and 12 price data points.

The average price of these communities is $2,838 lower than the maximum price of similar independent living communities in SeattleWA

$3,872

$2,990

$6,710

Solista Bellevue

13350 Southeast 26th StreetBellevueWA 98005

Independent Living

From $3,189/mo

9.3

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MorningStar of Kirkland

11729 North East 118TH StreetKirklandWA 98034

Memory Care Independent Living

"I give only 4 stars as I believe 5 represents perfect and nobody is perfect. Regardless of how much I enjoy living herenearly two yearswe all can find minor faults. But overall I am very pleased with this Senior Only living. The residents here are like a big family! They welcome you right in and help you get acquainted with everyoneget you knowledgeable to ALL the amenities/programs availab..." - Dale

From $5,400/mo

8.9

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Holiday Bridge Park

3204 south west morgan streetSeattleWA 98126

Independent Living

From $1,999/mo

9.3

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The Watermark At Bellevue Independent Living

65 112th Avenue NortheastBellevueWA 98004

Independent Living

From $4,900/mo

8.9

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Pet friendly independent living in SeattleWA

In SeattleWashingtonthere are pet-friendly Independent Living communities such as Solista Bellevue and Holiday Bridge Parkwhich accommodate residents who wish to live with their pets.

9.3

Average Seniorly Community score of pet friendly communities

2 assisted living communities

Solista Bellevue

13350 Southeast 26th StreetBellevueWA 98005

Independent Living

From $3,189/mo

9.3

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Holiday Bridge Park

3204 south west morgan streetSeattleWA 98126

Independent Living

From $1,999/mo

9.3

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Compare average cost of independent living in SeattleWA area with nearby cities

The figures below show the average monthly starting costs for independent living of nearby cities. Keep in mind that these figures are an averageand that the numbers used to calculate it spanned a wide range. In factSeniorly data suggests that most families will underestimate their monthly budget by almost 20%meaning that once inclusions and services are factored inthey can actually afford more than they originally thought.

$5,517/mo

Mercer Island

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$6,497/mo

Bellevue

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$5,291/mo

Kirkland

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$5,972/mo

Bainbridge Island

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$5,651/mo

Renton

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$6,932/mo

Redmond

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Independent Living amenities in Seattle area

77% of these independent living offer resident-run activities

77% of these independent living have walking paths

72% of these independent living are verified

72% of these independent living offer fitness activities

61% of these independent living have a restaurant

Average Seniorly Community Score in Seattle

8.6

Excellent

Seniorly Community Score

What is Seniorly Community Score?

The Seniorly Community Score is a comprehensive and unbiased rating system that takes into account multiple factors crucial to senior living quality. We've meticulously analyzed thousands of senior living communities across the country to create an innovative and accurate assessment of each community's strengths and offerings. The Seniorly Community Score employs a user-friendly scale from 1 to 10with 10 signifying an exceptional senior living community and 1 representing the lower end of qualityensuring an easy-to-understand and transparent evaluation for families.

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Independent Living

For active older adults who want to downsize to a home in a retirement community but don't need help to live independently.

Memory Care

A supervised and secured community designed to support engagement and quality of life for residents living with dementia.

Continuing Care Retirement Communities

For residents who want to age in place as their care needs change—from Independent Living to nursing care. Requires a buy-in fee.

Nursing Homes

For seniors with more serious medical needs who require skilled care following a hospitalizationillnessor surgery. Nursing Homes are also known as skilled nursing facilities.

Board and Care Home

Homes in residential neighborhoods that are equipped and staffed to provide daily care for a small number of residents.

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The 20 Best Independent Living Communities in SeattleWA

30 communities near SeattleWA

Truewood By MerrillFirst Hill

Murano Senior Living

Cogir Of Queen Anne

Brookdale Admiral Heights

Merrill Gardens At Ballard

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Holiday Bridge Park

Merrill Gardens At The University

Brookdale West Seattle

Merrill Gardens At Kirkland

Norse Home

Pacific Regent Bellevue

University House Wallingford

Ida Culver House Ravenna

Ida Culver House Broadview

The Gardens At Town Square

The Lakeshore

Solista Bellevue

The Bellettini

The Watermark At Bellevue Independent Living

Village Green

Best value independent living in SeattleWA

Solista Bellevue

MorningStar of Kirkland

Holiday Bridge Park

The Watermark At Bellevue Independent Living

Pet friendly independent living in SeattleWA

Solista Bellevue

Holiday Bridge Park

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