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The cost of independent living in Moran is about $4,106 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 101 options. Read 1779 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: 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.
Metro-Gardens is an assisted living community located in the picturesque city of Petersburg, VA. The city is surrounded by sprawling wooded areas and provides easy access to major metropolitan areas such as Richmond and Washington D.C. The community itself is surrounded by large shady trees and...
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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.
Provides: Independent Living
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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.
Nestled in a quaint, private setting, Dunlop Farms Senior Apartment Community redefines active independent living for adults 55 and older. Two bedroom cottages are on one level and are clustered in courtyard neighborhoods. Residents enjoy a host of activities from raised gardening to potluck...
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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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We chose The Atlantic at Twin Hickory Glen because of the price and availability. The apartments here are good size. It is in a very nice area with a lot of convenient things near by such as shopping,...
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.
Here at The Atlantic at Twin Hickory we offer distinctive retirement living in a great location.  Just minutes from Short Pump Mall, you are located in the Heartbeat of Glen Allen.  We have one bedroom with one bath apartments, and also two bedroom with two bath apartments...
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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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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.
The ParkwoodThe Parkwood is a caring assisted living community for seniors who are looking to make Richmond, VA their home. This community is located in a city that is rich in its history. Richmond offers much to do and see, including the Science Museum of Virginia, the Museum of the Confederacy,...
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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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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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I had an opportunity to talk with someone the other day who was touring, and I told her I love it here and would recommend for anybody to come here. She should pack up her things and move right in! My...
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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.
The Guardian Place is a senior housing community offering studio apartments and one and two bedroom apartment homes for active seniors in Richmond, Henrico County, Virginia. Richmond is a town rife with American history and tradition. The stunning architecture, museums, and cobblestone streets...

Cost of independent living in Moran, VA

The average cost of senior living in Moran is $4,106 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include McKenney, VA with an average of $2,601 per month.

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

Moran, VA
$4,106/mo
$3,941/mo

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

Moran, VA
$4,106/mo
U.S. national average
$4,153/mo

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

$4,904/mo
Independent Living
$4,106/mo

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

Semi-Private
$4,606/mo
Studio
$5,416/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,754/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,694/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$4,139/mo

Senior living costs in Moran 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: Moran, VA
Column state: Virginia
Column national: U.S.
Community typeMoran, VAVirginiaU.S.
Independent Living$4,106/mo$4,621/mo$4,153/mo
Assisted Living$4,846/mo$5,442/mo$4,698/mo
Memory Care$4,904/mo$5,453/mo$4,946/mo
Independent Living
Moran, VA:$4,106/mo
Virginia:$4,621/mo
U.S.:$4,153/mo
Assisted Living
Moran, VA:$4,846/mo
Virginia:$5,442/mo
U.S.:$4,698/mo
Memory Care
Moran, VA:$4,904/mo
Virginia:$5,453/mo
U.S.:$4,946/mo
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Independent living costs in Moran, VA, over time

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

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Moran 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.
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Location2024 average cost2023 average costPercent change
Moran, VA$3,093/mo$2,848/mo+8.6%
Virginia$3,620/mo$3,358/mo+7.8%
National$3,261/mo$3,166/mo+3.0%
Moran, VA
2024 average cost:$3,093/mo
2023 average cost:$2,848/mo
Percent change:+8.6%
Virginia
2024 average cost:$3,620/mo
2023 average cost:$3,358/mo
Percent change:+7.8%
National
2024 average cost:$3,261/mo
2023 average cost:$3,166/mo
Percent change:+3.0%
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What families are saying about independent living in Moran

Recent reviews for independent living in Moran

Shalom Gardens and Shalom Parkside in Richmond, VA

4.5
It's a fine place and they lots of activities and I like living there. I would definitely recommend this community to others

Spring Arbor of Salisbury in Midlothian, VA

5.0
I have recommended it to a few!I looked at 6 different places for my dad. When I walked into Spring Arbor, I was greeted by staff who were happy and pleasant. Two staff members met in the hall to have a chat about whether a patient had actually bathed or not, left her info private but respected ...
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Guardian Place in Richmond, VA

5.0
We recently moved to Richmond. Guardian has been wonderful for our Mom. She is very happy there. Caring management and fast friendly attention to unavoidable maintenance.

Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Friendly and helpful staff. Several reviews mention the kindness and attentiveness of the staff at various communities, such as The Westmont at Short Pump Community and The Barrington at Hioaks, where residents and families praise the staff's dedication to making everyone feel welcome and at home.
Variety of activities and events. Reviews consistently highlight the wide range of activities offered at different communities, like Chesterfield Heights, where residents engage in daily events, classes, and outings, providing opportunities for socializing and staying active.
Cleanliness and maintenance. Many reviews praise the cleanliness and upkeep of the communities, with specific mentions of well-maintained living areas and updated common spaces, such as at Dogwood Terrace by Barclay House and Heritage Oaks.
Welcoming and inviting atmosphere. Residents and families frequently comment on the warm and inclusive atmosphere at various communities, like The Westmont at Short Pump Community and The Barrington at Hioaks, where the welcoming environment helps residents feel at ease and content.
Delicious and accommodating meals. Throughout the reviews, the quality and variety of meals and dining experiences stand out as a major factor in overall satisfaction, with communities like Chesterfield Heights and The Barclay at Tuckahoe providing excellent food and accommodating dietary needs.
Caring and compassionate caregivers. Several families express their appreciation for the compassionate and supportive approach of caregivers in communities like The Barrington at Hioaks and Dogwood Terrace by Barclay House, where they feel their loved ones are in good hands and receive the necessary care and attention.
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Moran independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Moran independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Moran, 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 Moran 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 Moran partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Moran, VANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
32.6%
20.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
37.2%
34.4%
No sugar
No sugar
32.6%
30.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
30.2%
33.6%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
23.3%
10.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Moran 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 Moran communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Moran, VANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
31.4%
36.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
38.4%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
26.7%
37%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
12.8%
17.2%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Moran 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 Moran offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Moran, VANational
Activity director
Activity director
44.2%
45.1%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
30.2%
28.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
29.1%
33%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
44.2%
47.5%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
46.5%
48.9%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
47.7%
54%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
36%
42.9%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
30.2%
38.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
34.9%
41.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
41.9%
47.1%
Live performances
Live performances
43%
46.8%
Dances
Dances
31.4%
33%
Fitness center
Fitness center
26.7%
39.5%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
40.7%
46.4%
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