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The cost of independent living in Clifton is about $5,616 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 34 options. Read 848 reviews, see photos, and learn about amenities that make independent living the ideal next step for adults 55+ who wish to enjoy friendships and hobbies without the hassle of cooking and home maintenance.

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Provides: Independent Living, Senior Apartments
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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.
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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Amid a tranquil, wooded setting, Forest Glen Senior Apartment Community offers a relaxing atmosphere for seniors 62+. Located in Centreville, Forest Glen is central to the numerous conveniences and attractions of the region, including Washington Dulles International Airport, Eleanor Lawrence Park...
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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: 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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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.
Provides: Independent Living, Senior Apartments
Care types provided by this community
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.
Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
With its desirable proximity to Prince William Parkway, River Run Senior Apartment Community affords adults 55+ and 62+ convenient, carefree retirement living. River Run is just minutes from the Occoquan River and regional parks, Occoquan Mill House Museum, Chinn Recreation Center and Woodbridge...
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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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Cost of independent living in Clifton, VA

The average cost of senior living in Clifton is $5,616 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Falls Church, VA with an average of $4,941 per month.

Independent living costs in Clifton, VA, vs. nearby cities

Clifton, VA
$5,616/mo

Independent living costs in Clifton, VA, vs. state and national averages

Clifton, VA
$5,616/mo
U.S. national average
$4,157/mo

Independent living costs in Clifton, VA, vs. other senior living options

$7,423/mo
Independent Living
$5,616/mo

Independent living costs in Clifton, VA, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$5,752/mo
Studio
$7,406/mo
1 Bedroom
$7,889/mo
2 Bedroom
$8,912/mo

Senior living costs in Clifton 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: Clifton, VA
Column state: Virginia
Column national: U.S.
Community typeClifton, VAVirginiaU.S.
Independent Living$5,616/mo$4,616/mo$4,157/mo
Assisted Living$6,780/mo$5,437/mo$4,707/mo
Memory Care$7,423/mo$5,448/mo$4,941/mo
Independent Living
Clifton, VA:$5,616/mo
Virginia:$4,616/mo
U.S.:$4,157/mo
Assisted Living
Clifton, VA:$6,780/mo
Virginia:$5,437/mo
U.S.:$4,707/mo
Memory Care
Clifton, VA:$7,423/mo
Virginia:$5,448/mo
U.S.:$4,941/mo
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Independent living costs in Clifton, VA, over time

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

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Clifton 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
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Location2024 average cost2023 average costPercent change
Clifton, VA$4,772/mo$2,997/mo+59.2%
Virginia$3,577/mo$3,353/mo+6.7%
National$3,265/mo$3,169/mo+3.0%
Clifton, VA
2024 average cost:$4,772/mo
2023 average cost:$2,997/mo
Percent change:+59.2%
Virginia
2024 average cost:$3,577/mo
2023 average cost:$3,353/mo
Percent change:+6.7%
National
2024 average cost:$3,265/mo
2023 average cost:$3,169/mo
Percent change:+3.0%
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What families are saying about independent living in Clifton

Recent reviews for independent living in Clifton

Forest Hills of DC in Washington, DC

4.6
My sister has lived at Forest Hills in the Health Care Center for a while. Before the pandemic, they had wonderful activities as well as great nursing care. In the pandemic they have done an incredible job to keep everyone safe, to figure out ways to have safe activities and/or virtual or safe ...
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Victory Terrace in Potomac, MD

5.0
Victory Terrace Senior Apartments have been a wonderful experience so far for my mom. The staff is friendly and helpful. It is a beautiful community with well-kept landscaping in a breathtaking neighborhood. My mom is an active 84 and this lifestyle suits her well. She still enjoys making her ...
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Lavender Hills Prince William Campus in Manassas, VA

5.0
The community really helped my loved one improve his mobility and he was himself again. The community was clean and neat and the staff was very friendly. I would recommend this community to others.

Clifton independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Clifton independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Clifton, 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 Clifton 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 Clifton partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Clifton, VANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
51.6%
20.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
61.3%
34.4%
No sugar
No sugar
61.3%
30.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
54.8%
33.5%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
45.2%
10.4%
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Availability of select dining options in Clifton 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 Clifton communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Clifton, VANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
54.8%
36.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
58.1%
43.4%
Room service
Room service
58.1%
36.9%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
38.7%
17.2%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Clifton 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 Clifton offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Clifton, VANational
Activity director
Activity director
64.5%
45.1%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
48.4%
28.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
51.6%
33%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
71%
47.5%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
67.7%
48.8%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
74.2%
54%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
58.1%
42.9%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
58.1%
38.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
64.5%
41.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
64.5%
47.1%
Live performances
Live performances
67.7%
46.7%
Dances
Dances
48.4%
33%
Fitness center
Fitness center
35.5%
39.4%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
67.7%
46.4%
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Frequently Asked Questions

Acclaim at Belmont Bay, Sunrise of Fair Oaks VA and The Providence Fairfax are the top-rated independent living facilities near Clifton, Virginia. See full list of communities.

There are 34 independent living facilities near Clifton, Virginia. See the full list.

The best independent living facilities near you in Clifton, Virginia are Chevy Chase House, Acclaim at Belmont Bay and Sunrise of Chevy Chase. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.

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