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If you’re an active, independent older adult looking for senior housing in West Chester, senior citizen apartments in West Chester might be the right fit. Apartments for seniors typically don’t include personal care services, but may offer amenities, activities, and maintenance for a stress-free, social lifestyle.
A Place for Mom can help older adults navigate how to apply for senior housing in West Chester and consider their options. With 139 senior rentals in West Chester, PA, we can help you find the right apartment for your budget and lifestyle. Whether you’re looking for upscale West Chester 55-plus apartments or low-income senior apartments for rent in West Chester, A Place for Mom can simplify your search.
You may also consider nearby communities such as Chester, Radnor or West Goshen.
Types of care available in West Chester, PA
Senior Apartments
For how they try to accommodate the residents, they really go above and beyond. The only thing that is difficult is that my mom can't see that well and the ovens are geared for handicapped people and it's digital and she can't read the numbers. Lot's of activities. They have things like bingo, but they also take them places weekly, like to the store, and the bank, and the doctors.
I have been here six years and love it. My apartment is very roomy and functional. The maintenance, management, and overall atmosphere are terrific, very peaceful. Parking is easy. The location is convenient: turnpike, train, busses, shopping. The price is a bit high for me, but life here is worth every penny. I am so grateful to be able to live here.
Woodlea is HUD senior independent housing, thus the rent is 30% of adjusted income plus electric, which is all utilities. It is a 6 floor building with 100 one bedroom 500 sq. ft. apartments. It is located in Pikes Creek; a nice area outside of the city. The building is well managed and clean. Two meals are available daily at a very reasonable cost but all other personal services come from private arrangements and are not provided in-house. There is a wait list that seems to run about ten to twelve months.
1405 Chews Landing Road, Laurel Springs, NJ 08021
1405 Chews Landing Road, Laurel Springs, NJ 08021
3051 Chapel Ave W, Cherry Hill, NJ 08002
3051 Chapel Ave W, Cherry Hill, NJ 08002
1410 Riverton Rd, Cinnaminson, NJ 08077
300 Lackawanna St # 1R, Reading, PA 19601
219 Laurel Rd, Voorhees Township, NJ 08043
219 Laurel Rd, Voorhees Township, NJ 08043
1290 Almshouse Rd, Doylestown, PA 18901
12003 Bustleton Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19116
120 E Franklin St, Ephrata, PA 17522
865 N. Delsea Drive, Clayton, NJ 08312
865 N. Delsea Drive, Clayton, NJ 08312
67 New St, Middletown, DE 19709
900 Valleybrook Dr, Lancaster, PA 17601
315 N Prince St, Lancaster, PA 17603
55 Sunset Road, Willingboro, NJ 08046
55 Sunset Road, Willingboro, NJ 08046
420 College Blvd, Kutztown, PA 19530
1801 Mt. Holly Road, Burlington, NJ 08016
Springside School ApartmentsSpringside School Apartments is a senior housing property located in Burlington Township, Burlington County, New Jersey. The gorgeous apartments have been completely renovated to protect the integrity of the old school building, while providing a safe and comfortable...
17 Penn Valley Rd, Levittown, PA 19054
N Sugan Rd & Rte 202, New Hope, PA 18938
N Sugan Rd & Rte 202, New Hope, PA 18938
1827 W Walnut St, Allentown, PA 18104
824 Jackson St, Allentown, PA 18102
The average cost of senior living in West Chester is 1,418 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Cheyney University, PA with an average of 1,452 per month.
Planning ahead can better position you to make good choices for your loved one’s care in the future. But if your aging family member needs care now, there are ways to finance the cost of long-term care through a combination of approaches.
In West Chester, Pennsylvania, seniors have access to local offices and organizations that may help them obtain financial assistance for senior care, including:
In West Chester, Pennsylvania, seniors have access to local offices and organizations that may help them obtain financial assistance for senior care, including:
West Chester is not car dependent. Transit options in West Chester include OurBus, which operates bus routes throughout the city of West Chester and offers intercity transportation for many cities in the surrounding area. Seniors may receive fare discounts. West Chester has robust biking infrastructure and is walkable.
West Chester offers several health care providers for seniors wanting to be proactive about their health or for seniors seeking treatment for chronic conditions. The area has several hospitals, including Chester County Hospital and Paoli Hospital.
West Chester provides a suburban retreat just outside of Philadelphia. While residents have easy access to big-city attractions, West Chester offers all the conveniences of a modern city as well as unique local shops that create a welcoming environment and close-knit community. Attractions within city limits, like nature parks and museums, offer senior-friendly activities to fit many interests.
Senior apartments offer a no-frills housing option for active and independent seniors. Units are often designed with senior-friendly features for accessibility, such as elevators and wide doorways. In general, senior apartments don’t provide health care services or daily assistance. Many senior apartments include:
West Chester provides a suburban retreat just outside of Philadelphia. While residents have easy access to big-city attractions, West Chester offers all the conveniences of a modern city as well as unique local shops that create a welcoming environment and close-knit community.
In West Chester, senior apartments are communities geared exclusively toward residents 55+ and provide amenities similar to a typical apartment complex. These communities offer older adults an easier lifestyle by taking care of tasks such as yard work and household repairs, but they typically provide limited organized social events and few additional services compared to those offered by independent or assisted living communities.
The median monthly cost of a senior apartment is around $1,500 in the state of Pennsylvania. To learn more about the cost of senior apartments in West Chester, contact A Place for Mom’s Senior Living Advisors.
The total household expenses associated with living in West Chester are rated 12 points below the national average. Grocery and other essential costs are also rated below the average, indicating that West Chester is relatively affordable.
Index Scores
All index scores are based on a scale that has the national average set at 100. A score of 200 indicates that the cost is twice as expensive as the national average, while a score of 50 indicates that the cost is half as expensive.
Household Expenses | Health Care | Insurance | Entertainment | Grocery | Clothing |
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88 | 82 | 83 | 90 | 87 | 90 |
Income and Housing
Median income age 45-64 | Median income age 65+ | Median household income | Average individual income | Median employee salary | Average property tax | One-bedroom apartment gross rent estimate |
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$76,105 per year | $33,672 per year | $52,385 per year | $27,712 per year | $47,254 per year | $4,213 per year | $1,003 per month |
The top hospitals that service West Chester include:
West Chester’s climate is classified as humid continental, with hot, humid summers and generally cold winters. The average humidity level is 64%, and humidity levels are often highest during September at about 68%.
Seasonal Temperatures
January Average | January Maximum | January Minimum |
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30°F | 40°F | 21°F |
July Average | July Maximum | July Minimum |
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75°F | 86°F | 64°F |
Air Quality
This index is based on a scale that has the national average set at 100. A score of 200 indicates twice the presence of air pollutants than the national average, while a score of 50 indicates half the presence.
Precipitation
Population Statistics
Median age | Percent of population over 65 | Population | Population Density | Average Household Size |
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27 | 9.2% | 19,762 | 10,704 per square mile | 2.3 |
Race & Ethnicity
American Indian or Alaskan Native | Asian | Black | Hispanic or Latino | Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander | Two or More Races | White (not Hispanic or Latino) |
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0.1% | 2.9% | 10.4% | 8.8% | <0.1% | 2.4% | 75.7% |
These figures were taken from the most recent U.S. Census.
LGBTQ+ Inclusivity
These scores were taken from the 2019 Human Rights Campaign’s Municipal Equality Index.
2016 Presidential Election Results for Chester County
Democratic | Republican | Other |
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52.6% | 43.3% | 4.0% |
Some of the most popular museums and historic sites in West Chester include:
Outdoor attractions in West Chester:
West Chester’s top entertainment destinations and shopping districts are:
Transportation
OurBus operates bus routes throughout the city of West Chester and offers intercity transportation for many cities in the surrounding area. Taxis and ridesharing services, like Uber and Lyft, are also available in West Chester.
Keystone Villa at Douglassville Independent Living, Canvas Valley Forge and Harrison Hill Apartments are the top-rated senior apartments near West Chester, Pennsylvania. See full list of communities.
There are 139 senior apartments near West Chester, Pennsylvania. See the full list.
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