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6 Best Independent Living Communities in Surf Pines, OR

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zipAveragecost: $4,352

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Photo of Avamere at Seaside
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I moved in a month ago and I couldn't be happier with my decision to choose Avamere at Seaside for my Independent Living needs. The monthly cost includes three chef prepared meals a day, weekly housekeeping,...
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.
Avamere at Seaside, a place to call home.Where our goal is to give you more time to pursue the activities you love. The atmosphere is warm and relaxed. The ambiance embraces the uniqueness of the local culture.At Avamere at Seaside, our month-to-month rent, without buy-in fees or long-term...
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There is a very caring staff that works hard to accommodate my Mom’s needs. The activity director does an excellent job of including her in activities and assisting her to enjoy them. The physical therapist...
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent 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.
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.
Neawanna By The Sea is an independent and assisted living community in Seaside, Oregon. Seaside is a scenic coastal town with plenty of recreational and cultural opportunities. Attracting visitors from all over the country, Seaside is a popular retirement destination where residents enjoy walking...
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Mom lived at Astor Place 8 years before passing at 102 years of age. She was well taken care of and really enjoyed her caregivers, especially [name removed] who had a special relationship with her. So...
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.
Astor Place is an assisted living community located in beautiful Astoria Oregon. We are located on the east side of town just one mile west of Shively Park. We provide transportation services so that residents can enjoy all of Astoria's natural beauty as well as the attractions and festivals. ...
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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.
Suzanne Elise  is an assisted living community designed to free up your time so you can enjoy life to its fullest. We offer a thoughtful array of services implemented with you in mind. Our community is built upon independence, privacy, respect, loving care and a sense of family. Suzanne...
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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 Surf Pines, OR

The average cost of senior living in Surf Pines is $4,352 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Clatskanie, OR with an average of $2,988 per month.

Independent living costs in Surf Pines, OR, vs. nearby cities

Surf Pines, OR
$4,352/mo
$3,448/mo
$3,448/mo

Independent living costs in Surf Pines, OR, vs. state and national averages

Surf Pines, OR
$4,352/mo
$4,162/mo
U.S. national average
$4,016/mo

Independent living costs in Surf Pines, OR, vs. other senior living options

$3,868/mo
Independent Living
$4,352/mo

Independent living costs in Surf Pines, OR, by floor plan type

Studio
$3,939/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,902/mo
2 Bedroom
$3,029/mo

Senior living costs in Surf Pines 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: Surf Pines, OR
Column state: Oregon
Column national: U.S.
Community typeSurf Pines, OROregonU.S.
Independent Living$4,352/mo$4,162/mo$4,016/mo
Assisted Living$4,419/mo$4,563/mo$4,557/mo
Memory Care$3,868/mo$4,939/mo$4,794/mo
Independent Living
Surf Pines, OR:$4,352/mo
Oregon:$4,162/mo
U.S.:$4,016/mo
Assisted Living
Surf Pines, OR:$4,419/mo
Oregon:$4,563/mo
U.S.:$4,557/mo
Memory Care
Surf Pines, OR:$3,868/mo
Oregon:$4,939/mo
U.S.:$4,794/mo
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Independent living costs in Surf Pines, OR, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly independent living costs have shifted over the past five years in Surf Pines 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 Surf Pines, OR

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Surf Pines 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
Column percentChange: Percent change
Location2024 average cost2023 average costPercent change
Surf Pines, OR$2,552/mo$2,310/mo+10.5%
Oregon$2,637/mo$2,552/mo+3.3%
National$2,859/mo$2,799/mo+2.1%
Surf Pines, OR
2024 average cost:$2,552/mo
2023 average cost:$2,310/mo
Percent change:+10.5%
Oregon
2024 average cost:$2,637/mo
2023 average cost:$2,552/mo
Percent change:+3.3%
National
2024 average cost:$2,859/mo
2023 average cost:$2,799/mo
Percent change:+2.1%
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What families are saying about independent living in Surf Pines

Recent reviews for independent living in Surf Pines

Neawanna by the Sea in Seaside, OR

4.8
I like the care that my mom is receiving with the staff here. The dining area is beautiful and the meals are outstanding with a great variety. This community is very clean and maintained. They do have nice activities that are offered for when possible. I have recommended this community to other ...
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Avamere at Seaside

4.8
I moved in here with a preconceived set of ideas. I took early retirement from federal service so I am a bit younger than the average resident demographic. I anticipated a "what are you doing here??" kind of mindset. Instead everyone, both staff and residents, have been disarmingly kind and ...
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Trustwell Living at Astor Place in Astoria, OR

5.0
The staff was knowledgeable and caring, every single one of them. Food was tasty, losts of activities were offered and everything was very clean.

Surf Pines independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Surf Pines independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Surf Pines, 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 Surf Pines 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 Surf Pines partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
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Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
80%
34.1%
No sugar
No sugar
20%
31.5%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
20%
8.1%
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Availability of select dining options in Surf Pines 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 Surf Pines communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
20%
36.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
80%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
20%
36.9%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Surf Pines 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 Surf Pines offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
80%
45.3%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
40%
28.4%
Community service programs
Community service programs
40%
32.8%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
80%
49.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
80%
49.8%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
80%
54.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
80%
43.1%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
40%
37.7%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
40%
41.7%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
80%
47.5%
Live performances
Live performances
80%
47.3%
Fitness center
Fitness center
20%
39.8%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
80%
47%
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Avamere at Seaside, Neawanna by the Sea and Trustwell Living at Astor Place are the top-rated independent living facilities near Surf Pines, Oregon. See full list of communities.

There are 6 independent living facilities near Surf Pines, Oregon. See the full list.

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