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    1. Exterior view of a large, multi-story senior living facility building named Traditions of Dedham, surrounded by trees and greenery under a clear blue sky. The building has beige siding, multiple windows, and a covered entrance with a circular driveway.
      $9,432 – $12,261+4.7 (80)
      Semi-private • 1 Bedroom • Studio
      independent, assisted living, memory care

      Traditions of Dedham

      735 Washington St, Dedham, MA, 02026
    2. Exterior view of a modern multi-story building with large windows and a sign on the roof that reads 'CIRCLE'. The building is located at a street corner with sidewalks, trees, and a nearby hotel building labeled 'AC Hotels Marriott'.
      $7,600 – $9,700+4.4 (48)
      1 Bedroom • 2 Bedroom
      independent living, assisted living

      Waterstone at the Circle

      385 Chestnut Hill Ave, Boston, MA, 02135
    3. Exterior view of a multi-story brick building with a red awning, surrounded by lush green trees and plants. Stone steps with black iron railings lead up to the entrance, which is partially visible. The scene is bright and sunny.
      $6,050 – $7,075+4.6 (12)
      Studio • 1 Bedroom
      continuing care retirement community

      The Cambridge Homes

      360 Mt Auburn St, Cambridge, MA, 02138
    4. Exterior view of a modern multi-story residential building at dusk with warm lights glowing from the windows and a partly cloudy sky in the background.
      $9,322 – $12,118+4.4 (53)
      Semi-private • 1 Bedroom • Studio
      independent, assisted living, memory care

      The Residence at Watertown Square

      20 Summer St, Watertown, MA, 02472
    5. Photo of Cadbury Commons
      $5,300 – $7,000+4.0 (26)
      Studio • 1 Bedroom • 2 Bedroom
      independent, assisted living, memory care

      Cadbury Commons

      66 Sherman St, Cambridge, MA, 02140
    6. Exterior view of The Parc at Harbor View Senior Living facility showing a three-story brick building with multiple windows, a covered entrance, a parking area with a silver car, leafless trees, and a white fence with a sign displaying the facility's name.
      $9,074 – $11,796+4.3 (39)
      Semi-private • 1 Bedroom • Studio
      continuing care retirement community

      The Parc at Harbor View Senior Living

      46 Lincoln St, Winthrop, MA, 02152
    7. Exterior view of a modern senior living facility building at dusk with large glass windows showing warm interior lighting and a well-maintained lawn in the foreground.
      Pricing on request3.9 (86)
      suite
      independent, assisted living, memory care

      NewBridge on the Charles

      5000 Great Meadow Rd, Dedham, MA, 02026
    8. Exterior view of a multi-story assisted living facility building with beige siding, white trim, and a covered entrance. There is a flagpole with an American flag in front, surrounded by landscaped bushes and trees with autumn foliage. The sky is clear and blue.
      $7,180 – $9,334+4.4 (10)
      Semi-private • 1 Bedroom • Studio
      independent living, assisted living

      Visiting Nurse Assisted Living

      259 Lowell Street, Somerville, MA, 02144
    9. Interior view of a bar area with a long black countertop and six brown leather chairs. Behind the bar is a wooden cabinet with glass shelves holding glassware and decorative items. A flat-screen TV is mounted on the cabinet displaying a news channel. A table lamp with a red shade is placed on the bar counter. Large windows show a snowy outdoor scene.
      $7,232 – $8,678+4.3 (43)
      Semi-private • 1 Bedroom
      independent, assisted living, memory care

      The Residence at Boylston Place

      615 Heath St, Chestnut Hill, MA, 02467
    10. Photo of Winter Valley Residences
      $6,181 – $7,417+5.0 (1)
      Semi-private • 1 Bedroom
      independent living, assisted living, board and care

      Winter Valley Residences

      600 Canton Avenue, Milton, MA, 02186
    11. Front exterior view of Fenno House building with a curved white brick wall, tall windows, a flagpole, a bench, and a landscaped garden featuring green bushes, pink flowers, and purple flowers.
      $6,768 – $8,121+4.3 (10)
      Semi-private • 1 Bedroom
      independent living, assisted living

      Fenno House

      540 Hancock St, Quincy, MA, 02170
    12. Photo of Cabot Park Village
      $6,223 – $7,467+4.8 (67)
      Semi-private • 1 Bedroom • Studio
      independent living, assisted living

      Cabot Park Village

      280 Newtonville Ave, Newtonville, MA, 02460
    13. Exterior view of a large multi-story brick building with multiple windows and a greenish roof, surrounded by a mostly empty parking lot with some trees and street lamps under a partly cloudy sky.
      $6,622 – $8,608+3.9 (33)
      Semi-private • 1 Bedroom • Studio
      independent, assisted living, memory care

      Landmark at Longwood

      63 Parker Hill Ave, Boston, MA, 02120
    14. $8,684 – $11,289+4.8 (46)
      Semi-private • 1 Bedroom • Studio
      independent, assisted living, memory care

      Cohen Florence Levine Estates

      201 Captains Row, Chelsea, MA, 02150
    15. Outdoor garden area at JFK Apartments featuring a wooden pergola, yellow flowers, green trees, patio tables with umbrellas, and a modern multi-story building in the background.
      $7,096 – $9,224+
      Semi-private • 1 Bedroom • Studio
      independent living

      JFK Apartments

      55 Essex Street, Cambridge, MA, 02139
    16. Front exterior view of a large, historic brick building with black framed windows and bay windows. The building has a classic architectural style with a mansard roof and dormer windows. There is an American flag displayed near the entrance and a small tree planted on the sidewalk in front.
      Pricing on request5.0 (5)
      suite
      independent living, assisted living

      Hale House

      273 Clarendon St, Boston, MA, 02116
    17. Exterior view of a modern multi-story building with brick and light-colored facade, featuring large windows and outdoor seating areas with umbrellas. People are walking and cars are parked along the street under a partly cloudy sky.
      Pricing on request5.0 (2)
      suite
      independent living, assisted living

      Vineyard Community Living

      1500 Hancock St, Quincy, MA, 02169
    18. Photo of Cambridge Court Apartments
      Pricing on request
      suite
      independent living

      Cambridge Court Apartments

      411 Franklin St., Cambridge, MA, 02139
    19. Exterior view of a large multi-story brick building under a clear blue sky. The building has many windows and a modern entrance with a glass canopy. There is a paved driveway leading up to the entrance and some trees and landscaping around the building.
      Pricing on request4.5 (54)
      suite
      continuing care retirement community

      Brighton Campus: A 2Life Community

      30 Wallingford Rd, Brighton, MA, 02135
    20. Front exterior view of a multi-story brick building with large windows and a glass entrance marked with the number 99. There are benches, plants, and handicap parking signs near the entrance. A sign on the building reads 'Brookdale Senior Living Solutions.'
      $2,100+4.3 (169)
      Studio
      independent living, assisted living

      Brookdale Quincy Bay

      99 Brackett St, Quincy, MA, 02169
    21. Exterior view of a senior living facility named Atria Marina Place showing a covered entrance with white columns, well-maintained landscaping with green bushes, colorful flowers, and a tree, and a multi-story building with beige and brick facade in the background.
      $4,595 – $9,295+4.2 (119)
      Studio • 1 Bedroom • 2 Bedroom • Semi-private
      continuing care retirement community

      Atria Marina Place

      4 Seaport Dr, North Quincy, MA, 02171
    22. Pricing on request
      suite
      independent living, assisted living

      Bauer House

      314 Water St, Quincy, MA, 02169
    23. Outdoor seating area with wooden benches surrounded by orange flowers and green plants in front of a modern building with large windows and a white pergola structure overhead.
      Pricing on request
      suite
      independent living

      The Marilyn and Andre Danesh Family Residences

      100 Centre St, Brookline, MA, 02446
    24. Pricing on request
      suite
      independent living

      Center Communities of Brookline

      1550 Beacon Street, Brookline, MA, 02446
    25. Pricing on request4.0 (1)
      suite
      independent living

      The Foley Senior Residences

      249 River Street, Mattapan, MA, 02126
    26. Front porch of a building with beige siding and white trim, featuring two white rocking chairs, hanging flower baskets with white and pink flowers, and a sign that reads '9 Zelma Lacey House of Charlestown'. There are green bushes and plants in front of the porch.
      Pricing on request5.0 (5)
      suite
      independent living

      The Charlestown

      9 West School Street, Charlestown, MA, 02129
    27. A bright bedroom with a large window letting in natural light. The room features a bed with a beige upholstered headboard, patterned gray and white bedding, and a green decorative pillow. On either side of the bed are white nightstands, each with a green lamp. There is a white desk and chair near the window, and two framed artworks hang on the wall beside the bed. The floor is wooden.
      Pricing on request
      suite
      independent living

      The Diane and Mark Goldman Family Residences

      1550 Beacon St, Brookline, MA, 02446
    28. Pricing on request
      suite
      independent living, assisted living, skilled nursing

      Melville Rest Home

      3 Melville Ave, Dorchester, MA, 02124
    29. Photo of The Newbury Of Brookline
      Pricing on request4.6 (9)
      suite
      independent, assisted living, memory care

      The Newbury Of Brookline

      123 Fisher Avenue, Brookline, MA, 02445
    30. Pricing on request
      suite
      independent living

      Vineyard Community Living - Boston

      125 Guest St, Boston, MA, 02135
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    Cost of assisted living in Boston, Massachusetts

    Studio1 Bedroom2 BedroomsSemi-Private
    Independent Living$9,295$7,840$7,973$7,232
    Assisted Living$7,212$7,766$7,946$6,999
    Memory Care$7,212$7,881$7,653$7,097

    * Prices shown are average monthly costs within a 20-mile radius

    Consider other types of facilities in Boston, MA

    • Assisted Living

      For seniors who may need some help with daily activities

    • Memory Care

      A safe, supervised community supporting people living with dementia

    • Skilled Nursing

      For seniors with more serious medical needs who require skilled care following a hospitalization, illness, or surgery.

    • Board And Care Homes

      Homes in residential neighborhoods providing daily care for a small number of residents

    • Continuing Care Retirement Communities

      For seniors who want to age in place as their care needs evolve, offering everything from independent living to full nursing care.

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