Overview of Independent Living in Maryland

The state of Maryland falls in the middle of the country’s Northeast, Southern, and Midwestern regions, and its culture combines elements of them all. This is part of why Maryland earned the nickname “America in Miniature.” With the Appalachian Mountains passing through the far western part of the state, and the Chesapeake Bay and Atlantic coastlines in the east, Maryland’s geographical features give residents plenty of opportunities for outdoor activities — even in a small state. Annapolis and Baltimore are also home to many historic Colonial sites, and Washington, D.C. sits on Maryland’s southern border. Maryland is a transition state in several ways, which helps make it an attractive retirement destination.Currently, A Place for Mom partners with more than 100 independent living communities in Maryland.

The median monthly cost of independent living in Maryland is about $3,600.

Top-rated Independent Living facilities in Maryland

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Regency Crest

3305 Oak West Drive, Ellicott City, MD 21043

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We really enjoy living at the Regency. The office manager, and staff are wonderful and caring. They have activities and they're well attended. The maintenance staff is very prompt with any apartment issues....

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Candle Light Cove

106 W Earle Ave, Easton, MD 21601

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Our family moved our 97 year old mother into Candle Light Cove at the end of 2025 after an extensive search. It was the best decision we could have made. She was very comfortable there from her first day....

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Morningside House of Friendship

7548 Old Telegraph Rd, Hanover, MD 21076

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Our experience has been very positive from the beginning. The team was welcoming, compassionate, and helpful throughout the entire transition. The move-in process was straightforward, communication was...

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Top-rated Independent Living facilities in Columbia

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Brighton Gardens of Columbia

7110 Minstrel Way, Columbia, MD 21045

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My brother and I have been very happy with the care our mom receives. She has one main care rep who she adores and can get my mom to participate with the many group activities at BG. That aide also is on top...

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Lorien Harmony Hall

6336 Cedar Lane, Columbia, MD 21044

Anonymous - I'm a loved one of a resident or client

5 for all. Its a wonderful place. The staff keeps the residents engaged in activities. They discourage residents from staying in their rooms all day.

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Sunrise of Columbia

6500 Freetown Road, Columbia, MD 21044

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What we like the most about the community is the staff, they were responsive and easy to work with. Yes, we would recommend Sunrise of Columbia to other families.

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Top-rated Independent Living facilities in Baltimore

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Heritage and Resorts of Augsburg

6825 Campfield Road, Baltimore, MD 21207

Maddie K - I'm a current/former resident or client

I am happy! it has been a pleasure living here so far and everyone very nice. its clean too not like some others I went to visit with my daughter this place you can tell they take care of the place it even...

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Symphony Manor

4301 Roland Avenue, Baltimore, MD 21210

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I give it a 5 star rating although as I said before it was not 5 stars for my relative who was not a good fit for Symphony manor....he went on to move to another facility...that being said symphony manor is...

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Springwell Senior Living Community

2211 West Rogers Avenue, Baltimore, MD 21209

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My overall experience with Springwell senior living is 5 stars....the physical plant is charming due to its age....because it was built in 1920 and changed into an assisted living later on the rooms are of...

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Top-rated Independent Living facilities in Silver Spring

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Sunrise of Chevy Chase

2201 Colston Drive, Silver Spring, MD 20910

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Sunrise of Chevy Chase has met my mom's growing needs. The staff is very kind and attentive. The administration is also very accessible and flexible to meet the needs of their clients.

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Regency Crest

3305 Oak West Drive, Ellicott City, MD 21043

Anonymous - I'm a current/former resident or client

We really enjoy living at the Regency. The office manager, and staff are wonderful and caring. They have activities and they're well attended. The maintenance staff is very prompt with any apartment issues....

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4 Floor plans available

Morningside House of Friendship

7548 Old Telegraph Rd, Hanover, MD 21076

Anonymous - I'm a loved one of a resident or client

Our experience has been very positive from the beginning. The team was welcoming, compassionate, and helpful throughout the entire transition. The move-in process was straightforward, communication was...

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Top-rated Independent Living facilities in Rockville

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Sunrise of Rockville

8 Baltimore Road, Rockville, MD 20850

Jane H - I'm a loved one of a resident or client

We are really pleased with everything. My mom is in a suite. She has her own bedroom and shares a bathroom and a common area. All very clean and nice. The overall place is cheery and always active. The staff...

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The Terraces at Tuckerman Lane

5550 Tuckerman Ln, North Bethesda, MD 20852

Celeste W - I'm a loved one of a resident or client

Everything but food gets a 5. My mom struggled with the meals -- some were better than others. So I'd give them a 3 for food. The staff was very friendly and attentive. My mom found the right balance between...

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The Seneca Rockville

55 W Gude Dr, Rockville, MD 20850

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A Place For Mom extremely helpful! I would definitely recommend! The place has lots of windows, outdoor patio is secure and the halls and gathering places very spacious. People are nice. Gorgeous place and...

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Top cities in Maryland for independent living

8.6

Bethesda, MD

96 facilities

8.6

Silver Spring, MD

85 facilities

8.6

Rockville, MD

65 facilities

8.2

Baltimore, MD

85 facilities

8.2

Columbia, MD

45 facilities

8.2

Annapolis, MD

17 facilities

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Cambridge, MD

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Delmar, MD

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East New Market, MD

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Forest Heights, MD

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Gaithersburg, MD

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Hagerstown, MD

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Indian Head, MD

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Kensington, MD

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La Plata, MD

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Manchester, MD

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National Harbor, MD

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Oakland, MD

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Perryville, MD

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Queenstown, MD

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Ridgely, MD

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Rosemont, MD

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Salisbury, MD

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Takoma Park, MD

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Union Bridge, MD

Upper Marlboro, MD

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Walkersville, MD

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