Best Assisted Living Facilities in University Place, WA

Find local assisted living and retirement communities in the University Place, WA area.

In University Place, Washington, seniors represent a significant 36.3% of the population, reflecting the vibrant senior community and the demand for diverse senior living options. The city offers six senior living facilities, providing a range from independent and assisted living to specialized memory care and nursing home services. With the average cost of assisted living at $4,786 per month, University Place combines both quality and comfort in its offerings. In this article, we'll explore some of the best senior living communities in University Place, guiding you through your options to ensure you find the perfect fit for your loved ones.

52 Communities were found near University Place, WA
Gibson Gardens
Our Rating:
of 5
9

Gibson Gardens

5001 Pacific Ave, Tacoma, WA 98408 (5.3 mi from city center)
Senior Apartments
Our Rating:
of 5
9
Family Resource Home Care - Tacoma
Our Rating:
of 5
9

Family Resource Home Care - Tacoma

227 Tacoma Avenue, Suite 102, Tacoma, WA 98402 (5.7 mi from city center)
Home Care
Our Rating:
of 5
9
Merrill Gardens at Wright Park
Our Rating:
of 5
9.8

Merrill Gardens at Wright Park

5 S G St, Tacoma, WA 98405 (5.7 mi from city center)
Assisted Living
Our Rating:
of 5
9.8
Cascade Park Vista
Our Rating:
of 5
9.8

Cascade Park Vista

242 St Helens Ave, Tacoma, WA 98402 (5.7 mi from city center)
Assisted Living
Our Rating:
of 5
9.8
Solstice Senior Living at Point Defiance
Our Rating:
of 5
8.5

Solstice Senior Living at Point Defiance

6414 North Park Way, Tacoma, WA 98407 (5.9 mi from city center)
Independent Living
Our Rating:
of 5
8.5
Gencare Lifestyle Tacoma at Point Ruston
Our Rating:
of 5
8.4

Gencare Lifestyle Tacoma at Point Ruston

4970 Main St, Tacoma, WA 98407 (6 mi from city center)
Assisted Living
Our Rating:
of 5
8.4
Home Instead - Tacoma, WA
Our Rating:
of 5
8.4

Home Instead - Tacoma, WA

101 E 26th St, Ste 100, Tacoma, WA 98421 (6.1 mi from city center)
Home Care
Our Rating:
of 5
8.4
Gig Harbor Court
Our Rating:
of 5
9.5

Gig Harbor Court

3213 45th Street Court NW, Gig Harbor, WA 98335 (6.2 mi from city center)
Assisted Living
Our Rating:
of 5
9.5
Elite Care AFH
Our Rating:
of 5
9

Elite Care AFH

10228 Patterson Street South, Tacoma, WA 98444 (6.2 mi from city center)
Residential Care Home
Our Rating:
of 5
9
Jewel Care Adult Family Home LLC
Our Rating:
of 5
10

Jewel Care Adult Family Home LLC

641 East 84th Street, Tacoma, WA 98445 (6.3 mi from city center)
Residential Care Home
Our Rating:
of 5
10
Holiday Peninsula
Our Rating:
of 5
8

Holiday Peninsula

3445 50th St Ct, Gig Harbor, WA 98335 (6.5 mi from city center)
Independent Living
Our Rating:
of 5
8
Rosedale Village, LLC
Our Rating:
of 5
9.8

Rosedale Village, LLC

4203 Rosedale St, Gig Harbor, WA 98335 (6.5 mi from city center)
Independent Living
Our Rating:
of 5
9.8
Home Care Connections
Our Rating:
of 5
9.8

Home Care Connections

5800 Soundview Drive A101, Gig Harbor, WA 98335 (6.8 mi from city center)
Home Care
Our Rating:
of 5
9.8
King's Manor Senior Living Community
Our Rating:
of 5
8

King's Manor Senior Living Community

8609 Portland Ave E, Tacoma, WA 98445 (7 mi from city center)
Assisted Living
Our Rating:
of 5
8
St Elias Adult Family Home, LLC
Our Rating:
of 5
10

St Elias Adult Family Home, LLC

125 118th Street East, Tacoma, WA 98445 (7.1 mi from city center)
Residential Care Home
Our Rating:
of 5
10
Islandview Adult Family Home
Our Rating:
of 5
9.8

Islandview Adult Family Home

3011 Islandview Court, Gig Harbor, WA 98335 (7.3 mi from city center)
Memory Care
Our Rating:
of 5
9.8
Dreams Haven Adult Family Home
Our Rating:
of 5
10

Dreams Haven Adult Family Home

910 140th Street South, Tacoma, WA 98444 (7.5 mi from city center)
Residential Care Home
Our Rating:
of 5
10
The Lodge at Mallard's Landing
Our Rating:
of 5
9.7

The Lodge at Mallard's Landing

7083 Wagner Way, Gig Harbor, WA 98335 (7.7 mi from city center)
Memory Care
Our Rating:
of 5
9.7
Homebridge Adult Family Home
Our Rating:
of 5
9.8

Homebridge Adult Family Home

106 105Th St Ct E, Tacoma, WA 98445 (8.3 mi from city center)
Memory Care
Our Rating:
of 5
9.8
A Joyous Care Home Adult Family Home
Our Rating:
of 5
7.5

A Joyous Care Home Adult Family Home

805 Broodale Rd E, Tacoma, WA 98445 (8.3 mi from city center)
Residential Care Home
Our Rating:
of 5
7.5
Cottages at Rosedale Village
Our Rating:
of 5
9.1

Cottages at Rosedale Village

4115 Rosedale Street Northwest, Gig Harbor, WA 98335 (8.3 mi from city center)
Senior Apartments
Our Rating:
of 5
9.1
Penrose Harbor at Heron's Key
Our Rating:
of 5
9.8

Penrose Harbor at Heron's Key

4340 Borgen Boulevard, Gig Harbor, WA 98332 (8.7 mi from city center)
Assisted Living
Our Rating:
of 5
9.8
Harbor View Adult Family Home
Our Rating:
of 5
8.5

Harbor View Adult Family Home

5401 Norpoint Way NE, Tacoma, WA 98422 (9.1 mi from city center)
Memory Care
Our Rating:
of 5
8.5
Brookdale Harbor Bay
Our Rating:
of 5
9.4

Brookdale Harbor Bay

9324 North Harborview Drive, Gig Harbor, WA 98332 (9.1 mi from city center)
Memory Care
Our Rating:
of 5
9.4
Enrich Adult Family Home
Our Rating:
of 5
8.5

Enrich Adult Family Home

14821 18th Avenue East, Tacoma, WA 98445 (9.2 mi from city center)
Residential Care Home
Our Rating:
of 5
8.5

Map of Assisted Living in University Place

Find the right senior living community by location
  • Gibson Gardens
  • Family Resource Home Care - Tacoma
  • Merrill Gardens at Wright Park
  • Cascade Park Vista
  • Solstice Senior Living at Point Defiance
  • Gencare Lifestyle Tacoma at Point Ruston
  • Home Instead - Tacoma, WA
  • Gig Harbor Court
  • Elite Care AFH
  • Jewel Care Adult Family Home LLC
  • Holiday Peninsula
  • Rosedale Village, LLC
  • Home Care Connections
  • King's Manor Senior Living Community
  • St Elias Adult Family Home, LLC
  • Islandview Adult Family Home
  • Dreams Haven Adult Family Home
  • The Lodge at Mallard's Landing
  • Homebridge Adult Family Home
  • A Joyous Care Home Adult Family Home
  • Cottages at Rosedale Village
  • Penrose Harbor at Heron's Key
  • Harbor View Adult Family Home
  • Brookdale Harbor Bay
  • Enrich Adult Family Home

Senior Living Statistics for University Place, Washington

Average Senior Living Costs by Housing Type


Average senior living costs in University Place, Washington, range from $3,429 per month for independent living to $6,964 per month for a two-bedroom unit in a nursing home. Some other options include assisted living at $4,786 per month, memory care at $4,963 per month, and a private room in a nursing home for $6,056 per month. For those considering other nursing home arrangements, a studio costs $5,156, a one-bedroom unit is $5,832, a semi-private room averages $6,371, and a unique detached cottage option is available for $5,250. Each option provides a range of accommodations to suit diverse needs and budgets.
Housing Type Average Monthly Cost
Assisted Living $4,786
Memory Care $4,963
Independent Living $3,429
Nursing Home: Private Room $6,056
Nursing Home: Semi-Private Room $6,371
Nursing Home: Studio $5,156
Nursing Home: One Bedroom $5,832
Nursing Home: Two Bedroom $6,964
Nursing Home: Detached Cottage $5,250

Average Cost of Assisted Living in University Place


When compared to nearby cities, University Place senior living is slightly more expensive. The average monthly cost of assisted living is $4,786 in University Place, $4,703 in North Fort Lewis, and $4,719 in Anderson Island.
City Average Monthly Cost
University Place $4,786

Here is how the average cost of assisted living in University Place compares to Washington and the national average:
Area Average Monthly Cost
University Place $4,786
Washington $5,169
United States $4,546

Senior Living Availability in University Place


There are many assisted living communities to choose from in and around University Place. University Place has 6 senior living facilities, the surrounding area has 472 communities, and the state of Washington has 749 facilities.
6

University Place

472

Surrounding Area

749

Washington

University Place Senior Demographics


In University Place, Washington, seniors account for 36.3% of the city's 34,696 residents, with a noticeable presence across the community. The senior age distribution reveals 10.9% in their 50s, 12.1% in their 60s, 9.2% in their 70s, and 4.1% aged 80 and over. The gender balance slightly favors females, comprising 51.6% of the population compared to 48.4% males. Regarding marital status, 52.9% of seniors are married, 12.9% are divorced, 29.1% have never married, and 5.1% are widowed. The vibrant senior demographic includes 64.7% White, 11.2% Asian, 11.4% mixed race, 11.3% Hispanic, 7.1% Black, along with 1.7% Native American, 1.1% Pacific, and 2.9% identifying as other, reflecting the diverse cultural landscape of the area.

Population

University Place has a population of 34,696.
  • 48.4% Male
  • 51.6% Female

Marital Status

  • 52.9% Married
  • 12.9% Divorced
  • 29.1% Never Married
  • 5.1% Widowed

Age

Seniors make up about 36.3% of the population.
  • 10.9% in their 50s
  • 12.1% in their 60s
  • 9.2% in their 70s
  • 4.1% in their 80s

Diversity

  • 64.7% White
  • 7.1% Black
  • 11.2% Asian
  • 1.7% Native
  • 1.1% Pacific
  • 2.9% Identifying as Other
  • 11.4% Mixed Race
  • 11.3% Hispanic

Additional Cities with Assisted Living Near University Place

The average cost of senior living in cities near University Place, Washington, varies widely. Some of the more affordable options include Tacoma ($4,838 per month) and Gig Harbor ($4,927 per month). A few moderately-priced options include Renton ($5,142 per month), Auburn ($5,066 per month), and Federal Way ($5,268 per month). Some of the more expensive options in the area include Edmonds ($5,324 per month), Lynnwood ($5,623 per month), and Marysville ($5,476 per month).

City Average Monthly Cost
City Average Monthly Cost
Seattle $5,228
Bellevue $5,211
Renton $5,142
Tacoma $4,838
Kent $5,087
Lynnwood $5,623
Everett $5,361
Federal Way $5,268
Edmonds $5,324
City Average Monthly Cost
Auburn $5,066
Kirkland $5,261
Marysville $5,476
Bothell $5,332
Gig Harbor $4,927
Puyallup $4,851
Redmond $5,270
Mountlake Terrace $5,323
Issaquah $5,228

Senior Living Ratings Methodology

Our experts spent over 50 hours researching the best communities in each city, focusing on these key factors.

Senior Living Ratings Methodology

Available Care

We value communities that offer more than standard living services, such as memory care and independent living. We think this is beneficial for older adults, as it allows a community to meet your changing needs over time.

Amenities

Amenities can help an assisted living community feel like a luxury resort or a home away from home. Our research focuses on communities that offer extra perks and benefits for seniors to enjoy.

Location

Location can be important. Since many seniors like to have certain comforts nearby, we look at communities close to parks, shopping areas, hospitals, museums, and other practical or entertaining points of interest.

Reviews

We read through dozens of reviews for every single contender and include a summary of our findings. In most cases, we see common themes regarding positive and negative feedback about each community. Just remember not to take individual reviews at face value.

Cost

Assisted living costs vary greatly based on the facility and level of care. We considered communities that are suitable for various budgets and offer solid value. All prices listed are from community websites.