The 10 Best Independent Living Communities in Kensington, MD for 2023
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There are 36 Independent Living Communities in the Kensington area, with 3 in Kensington and 33 nearby.
The average cost of independent living in Kensington is $3,010 per month. This is higher than the national median of $2,769. Cheaper nearby regions include Silver Spring with an average starting cost of $1,985.
To help you with your search, browse the 121 reviews below for independent living communities in Kensington. On average, consumers rate independent living in Kensington 4.4 out of 5 stars. Better rated regions include Silver Spring with an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars.
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Directory of Independent Living Communities in Kensington, MD
Modena Reserve at Kensington
Provides: Independent Living
10540 Metropolitan Avenue, Kensington, MD 20895
"Modena Reserve at Kensington was very nice. It was located close to restaurants, but it was just a very expensive place. The staff was very nice, and it was nice of them to refer me to something in..." More
"Modena Reserve at Kensington was very nice. It was located close to restaurants, but it was just a very expensive place. The staff was very nice, and it was nice of them to refer me to something in..." More
Caring Star 2015
Kensington Park Senior Living
Provides: Independent Living
3620 Littledale Road, Kensington, MD 20895
"I was able to visit Kensington Park Senior Living, which is a great place. I like the location and it has all the amenities. My overall experience there was very good, and the staff members were..." More
"I was able to visit Kensington Park Senior Living, which is a great place. I like the location and it has all the amenities. My overall experience there was very good, and the staff members were..." More
Silver Creek Senior Living
Provides: Independent Living
3910 Knowles Avenue, Kensington, MD 20895
"Silver Creek Senior Living was wonderful. It's very nice and clean. The leasing agents were fine. It's a village type of atmosphere. It was very comfortable. I liked the building. They showed me..." More
"Silver Creek Senior Living was wonderful. It's very nice and clean. The leasing agents were fine. It's a village type of atmosphere. It was very comfortable. I liked the building. They showed me..." More
Caring Star 2015
Bedford Court
Provides: Independent Living
3701 International Drive, Silver Spring, MD 20906
"Bedford Court was very clean and well-adjusted for the seniors. They have libraries, a computer room, a pool, and whatever you need for a decent life. The staff was very good. The tour was very..." More
"Bedford Court was very clean and well-adjusted for the seniors. They have libraries, a computer room, a pool, and whatever you need for a decent life. The staff was very good. The tour was very..." More
Chevy Chase House
Provides: Independent Living
5420 Connecticut Avenue, Northwest, Washington,...
"Chevy Chase House is unlike any other community in D.C. Here you can enjoy assisted living, independent living or respite care with high-quality services and outstanding facilities. We are a..." More
"Chevy Chase House is unlike any other community in D.C. Here you can enjoy assisted living, independent living or respite care with high-quality services and outstanding facilities. We are a..." More
Victory Forest
Provides: Independent Living
10000 Brunswick Avenue, Silver Spring, MD 20910
"I had an in-person tour of Victory Forest. Overall, the staff who took me around to look at the facility was very helpful. She told me about the different amenities, which is what I like. I also..." More
"I had an in-person tour of Victory Forest. Overall, the staff who took me around to look at the facility was very helpful. She told me about the different amenities, which is what I like. I also..." More
Arbor Crest of Silver Spring
Provides: Independent Living
12801 Old Columbia Pike, Silver Spring, MD 20904
"We are moving my brother to Arbor Crest of Silver Spring. We chose it because it appears clean. It's not noisy, it's very quiet, which is one thing we are looking for. The tenants also seemed..." More
"We are moving my brother to Arbor Crest of Silver Spring. We chose it because it appears clean. It's not noisy, it's very quiet, which is one thing we are looking for. The tenants also seemed..." More
Cadence Living Olney
Provides: Independent Living
17001 Georgia Ave, Olney, MD 20832
"We are a unique community that combines independent living and assisted living in one community. We provide a continuum of care in the same apartment, eliminating the need for a move between..." More
"We are a unique community that combines independent living and assisted living in one community. We provide a continuum of care in the same apartment, eliminating the need for a move between..." More
Paragon Assisted Living – Potomac Hou...
Provides: Independent Living
1612 Brookside Rd, Mclean, VA 22101
"Paragon Assisted Living’s Potomac House Communities welcome residents into warm home settings, care for them with respect and devotion, and ensure their days are filled with hope, purpose and..." More
"Paragon Assisted Living’s Potomac House Communities welcome residents into warm home settings, care for them with respect and devotion, and ensure their days are filled with hope, purpose and..." More
Angel Assisted Living
Provides: Independent Living
3407 Marlborough Ct, College Park, MD 20740
"Our community is a warm and loving feel. You will feel like you're in the comfort of your own home." More
"Our community is a warm and loving feel. You will feel like you're in the comfort of your own home." More
Upside Washington D.C.
Provides: Independent Living
1925 14th St NW, Washington, DC, 20009, Washing...
"Upside is truly an exclusive opportunity to live independently on your own terms. We offer luxury living options with over 2,500+ apartments in our network across the country alongside a dedicated..." More
"Upside is truly an exclusive opportunity to live independently on your own terms. We offer luxury living options with over 2,500+ apartments in our network across the country alongside a dedicated..." More
The Leggett
Provides: Independent Living
1315 Apple Avenue, Silver Spring, MD 20910
"This community offers luxurious 1-, and 2-bedroom apartment homes. The Leggett is revolutionary with programs that will merge health, wellness, arts, entertainment, technology, and sustainability –..." More
"This community offers luxurious 1-, and 2-bedroom apartment homes. The Leggett is revolutionary with programs that will merge health, wellness, arts, entertainment, technology, and sustainability –..." More
Riderwood
Provides: Independent Living
3140 Gracefield Road, Silver Spring, MD 20904
"I toured Riderwood Senior Living. It was wonderful, excellent. The staff was excellent. I enjoyed everything. They have nice two-bedroom apartments with patios and one-bedroom apartments. They have..." More
"I toured Riderwood Senior Living. It was wonderful, excellent. The staff was excellent. I enjoyed everything. They have nice two-bedroom apartments with patios and one-bedroom apartments. They have..." More
Ingleside at Rock Creek
Provides: Independent Living
3050 Military Road NW, Washington, DC 20015
"Ingleside at Rock Creek was beautiful. The person I talked to was the head of the marketing division and he spent about 3 hours with me. He seemed to be happy to show me around. The apartments were..." More
"Ingleside at Rock Creek was beautiful. The person I talked to was the head of the marketing division and he spent about 3 hours with me. He seemed to be happy to show me around. The apartments were..." More
Caring Star 2015
Five Star Premier Residences of Chevy...
Provides: Independent Living
8100 Connecticut Avenue, Chevy Chase, MD 20815
"My uncle and aunt were at Five Star Premier Residences of Chevy Chase. My keen sense was that my uncle really enjoyed it. They did a great job. I know the social workers were really helpful. It was..." More
"My uncle and aunt were at Five Star Premier Residences of Chevy Chase. My keen sense was that my uncle really enjoyed it. They did a great job. I know the social workers were really helpful. It was..." More
Hebrew Home of Greater Washington
Provides: Independent Living
6121 MONTROSE ROAD, Rockville, MD 20852
"I live in a community called Hebrew Home of Greater Washington and it's predominantly Jewish. The apartments are small. Generally, you get two rooms, your bedroom, a living room, a kitchen, a..." More
"I live in a community called Hebrew Home of Greater Washington and it's predominantly Jewish. The apartments are small. Generally, you get two rooms, your bedroom, a living room, a kitchen, a..." More
Caring Star 2016
Aspenwood Senior Living Community
Provides: Independent Living
14400 Homecrest Rd, Silver Spring, MD 20906
"Aspenwood was very nice. The staff was very kind and helpful. The apartment was very nice and roomy and had plenty of room to accommodate wheelchairs. We had some initial concern about my loved one..." More
"Aspenwood was very nice. The staff was very kind and helpful. The apartment was very nice and roomy and had plenty of room to accommodate wheelchairs. We had some initial concern about my loved one..." More
Maplewood Park Place
Provides: Independent Living
9707 Old Georgetown Road, Bethesda, MD 20814
"I toured Maplewood Park Place for independent living, and the staff gave us an excellent tour. She took us into one of the bedrooms that I'm interested in, and we didn't have anything negative to..." More
"I toured Maplewood Park Place for independent living, and the staff gave us an excellent tour. She took us into one of the bedrooms that I'm interested in, and we didn't have anything negative to..." More
Leisure World of Maryland
Provides: Independent Living
3701 Rossmoor Boulevard, Silver Spring, MD 20906
"I moved into Leisure World of Maryland. It's for anyone over 55. It's an independent living and I am quite satisfied with the medical center they have, the various entertainment, clubs, etc. I look..." More
"I moved into Leisure World of Maryland. It's for anyone over 55. It's an independent living and I am quite satisfied with the medical center they have, the various entertainment, clubs, etc. I look..." More
Brightview West End
Provides: Independent Living
285 N. Washington St., Rockville, MD 20850
"Brightview West End was lovely. It looked beautiful, and the apartments were lovely. The place was very cheerful, very modern, very clean, neat, and alive. It seemed complete in every way, but I..." More
"Brightview West End was lovely. It looked beautiful, and the apartments were lovely. The place was very cheerful, very modern, very clean, neat, and alive. It seemed complete in every way, but I..." More
Wilshire Estates Gracious Retirement ...
Provides: Independent Living
13716 New Hampshire Ave, Silver Spring, MD 20904
"Wilshire Estates Gracious Retirement Living was a very nice community. The one that interviewed me was very helpful, very kind, and answered all my questions. The rooms were very nice. Everything's..." More
"Wilshire Estates Gracious Retirement Living was a very nice community. The one that interviewed me was very helpful, very kind, and answered all my questions. The rooms were very nice. Everything's..." More
B'nai B'rith Homecrest House
Provides: Independent Living
14508 Homecrest Road, Silver Spring, MD 20906
"The manager at B'nai B'rith Homecrest House was very nice. They have several buildings and a lake there. They serve dinner and you can either come down to eat or to your room. They're renovating..." More
"The manager at B'nai B'rith Homecrest House was very nice. They have several buildings and a lake there. They serve dinner and you can either come down to eat or to your room. They're renovating..." More
Hampshire Village
Provides: Independent Living
3210 Norbeck Road, Silver Spring, MD 20906
"I've moved into Hampshire Village. I love it. Everybody is very, very nice. They were very patient because it took a while for me to get the paperwork together. I think I've definitely made the..." More
"I've moved into Hampshire Village. I love it. Everybody is very, very nice. They were very patient because it took a while for me to get the paperwork together. I think I've definitely made the..." More
Victory Crossing Senior Apartments
Provides: Independent Living
1090 Milestone Drive, Silver Spring, MD 20904
"I love everything about Victory Crossing Senior Apartments. It was immaculate. I love the resources available, too. The apartments were large, and I love the fact that each apartment had a washer..." More
"I love everything about Victory Crossing Senior Apartments. It was immaculate. I love the resources available, too. The apartments were large, and I love the fact that each apartment had a washer..." More
The Village at Rockville—A National L...
Provides: Independent Living
9701 Veirs Drive, Rockville, MD 20850
"We visited The Village at Rockville. We didn't like it because they had a buy-in, and it was a very high buy-in. It was very clean and well done. They didn't have much of outdoor space, so my mom..." More
"We visited The Village at Rockville. We didn't like it because they had a buy-in, and it was a very high buy-in. It was very clean and well done. They didn't have much of outdoor space, so my mom..." More
Willow Manor at Fairland
Provides: Independent Living
13605 Robey Road, Silver Spring, MD 20904
"I did a tour of Willow Manor at Fairland and that was great. That was where I could see myself for the rest of my years. I liked the layout, the size of the room of the facility, and being a brand..." More
"I did a tour of Willow Manor at Fairland and that was great. That was where I could see myself for the rest of my years. I liked the layout, the size of the room of the facility, and being a brand..." More
Entwine Apartments
Provides: Independent Living
218 Vine St NW, Washington, DC 20012
"I have moved to Entwine Apartments and it's been excellent. The place is wonderful and they work with you the whole way through. It didn't take long for approval and moving in was wonderful because..." More
"I have moved to Entwine Apartments and it's been excellent. The place is wonderful and they work with you the whole way through. It didn't take long for approval and moving in was wonderful because..." More
Willow Manor at Colesville
Provides: Independent Living
601 East Randolph Rd, Silver Spring, MD 20904
"My mother is at Willow Manor at Colesville. It's a very clean facility. It is secured. You have to put in a password to be able to get in. The staff are friendly and kind, and my mother loves it..." More
"My mother is at Willow Manor at Colesville. It's a very clean facility. It is secured. You have to put in a password to be able to get in. The staff are friendly and kind, and my mother loves it..." More
Ring House
Provides: Independent Living
1801 E Jefferson Street, Rockville, MD 20852
"My mother is approved for the subsidized housing at Ring House. They have vacancies, and when she's ready she'll go there. Based on my visit, everything was great. They were professional, very..." More
"My mother is approved for the subsidized housing at Ring House. They have vacancies, and when she's ready she'll go there. Based on my visit, everything was great. They were professional, very..." More
Seabury at Friendship Terrace
Provides: Independent Living
4201 Butterworth Place, Northwest, Washington, ...
"I went to Seabury at Friendship Terrace. They were very friendly. I got the information about them from my coworkers and at the church. It was very highly recommended and so I went there. The staff..." More
"I went to Seabury at Friendship Terrace. They were very friendly. I got the information about them from my coworkers and at the church. It was very highly recommended and so I went there. The staff..." More
The Bonifant at Silver Spring
Provides: Independent Living
929 Bonifant Street, Silver Spring, MD 20910
"I chose The Bonifant at Silver Spring because, for one thing, I prefer an urban living environment. It is located centrally and everything I could want and need is there, the gym, library, the..." More
"I chose The Bonifant at Silver Spring because, for one thing, I prefer an urban living environment. It is located centrally and everything I could want and need is there, the gym, library, the..." More
Pointe View at Aspen Hill
Provides: Independent Living
3136 Bel Pre Rd, Silver Spring, MD 20906
"My mother-in-law has moved into Pointe View at Aspen Hill. It's pretty good. It's beautiful. We love it. It's very modern. I like the amenities the most. They have a gym, they have an open floor..." More
"My mother-in-law has moved into Pointe View at Aspen Hill. It's pretty good. It's beautiful. We love it. It's very modern. I like the amenities the most. They have a gym, they have an open floor..." More
Avondale Park Apartments
Provides: Independent Living
4915 Eastern Avenue, Hyattsville, MD 20782
"Avondale Park Apartments offers one bedroom senior apartments for ages 62+ tucked away in a quiet, park-like setting, just steps away from the Washington DC border. Our senior living community in..." More
"Avondale Park Apartments offers one bedroom senior apartments for ages 62+ tucked away in a quiet, park-like setting, just steps away from the Washington DC border. Our senior living community in..." More
Manor Apartments Hyattsville
Provides: Independent Living
4907 Eastern, Hyattsville, MD 20782
"Featuring an array of amenities to provide you with a relaxed, easy lifestyle, Manor Apartments makes retirement living stress-free. Our elevator-serviced building allows for one-level living and..." More
"Featuring an array of amenities to provide you with a relaxed, easy lifestyle, Manor Apartments makes retirement living stress-free. Our elevator-serviced building allows for one-level living and..." More
Victory Oaks
Provides: Independent Living
721 Beacon, Silver Spring, MD 20903
"Victory Oaks is located on the grounds of the beautiful St. Camillus campus and offers affordable senior living in Silver Spring, Maryland. Surrounded by new friends, you’ll enjoy many social..." More
"Victory Oaks is located on the grounds of the beautiful St. Camillus campus and offers affordable senior living in Silver Spring, Maryland. Surrounded by new friends, you’ll enjoy many social..." More
Victory Tower
Provides: Independent Living
7051 Carroll , Takoma Park, MD 20912
"Victory Tower offers a multitude of amenities and activities to promote a healthy, active lifestyle. Whether it’s participating in daily exercise programs, hosting a pot-luck dinner, or finding..." More
"Victory Tower offers a multitude of amenities and activities to promote a healthy, active lifestyle. Whether it’s participating in daily exercise programs, hosting a pot-luck dinner, or finding..." More
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Recent Reviews of Independent Living in Kensington
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Review of Kensington Park Senior Living
I was able to visit Kensington Park Senior Living, which is a great place. I like the location and it has all the amenities. My overall experience there was very good, and the staff members were ex... Read more
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Review of Silver Creek Senior Living
When I went to Silver Creek Senior Living, they offered us a 2-bedroom apartment. They said that my brother should get in there, and we were all ready. He put his deposit down and then they told us... Read more
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Review of Modena Reserve at Kensington
Modena Reserve at Kensington was very nice. It was located close to restaurants, but it was just a very expensive place. The staff was very nice, and it was nice of them to refer me to something in... Read more
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