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Daystar Retirement Village in Seattle, WA

Daystar Retirement Village is an assisted living community in Seattle, WA.

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Daystar Retirement Village in Seattle, WA

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  • Interior

    A cozy living room with a patterned sofa, a round glass coffee table, and decorative artwork on the walls.
  • Decor

    A cozy living room with a fireplace, mirror, and stylish armchairs.
  • Living Room

    A cozy living room featuring a dining table with chairs, armchairs, a fireplace, and elegant decor.
  • Building

    A residential building with a landscaped garden and a sign labeled 'Baystar Residential Community'.
  • Bedroom

    A cozy bedroom with a neatly made bed, nightstands, and a closet.
  • Windows

    A cozy living room with modern furniture, featuring a television, chairs, a sofa, and a coffee table near a large window.
  • Dining

    A server delivers meals to a group of elderly individuals dining together.
  • Landscaping

    A residential apartment building with a landscaped entrance and a sign displaying the name 'Daystar'.
  • Kitchen

    A compact modern kitchen with white cabinets and essential appliances.
  • Lighting

    A cozy hallway with wooden flooring, decorated with artwork and comfortable seating.
  • Television

    A cozy living room with patterned furniture, a television, and tasteful decor.
  • Billiards

    A group of seniors enjoying a game of billiards together.
  • Table Settings

    A spacious restaurant dining area with elegantly set tables and comfortable seating.
  • Coffee Station

    Two elderly individuals enjoy coffee and conversation by a beverage machine.

2615 South West Barton Street, Seattle, WA 98126

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4.5 from 45 reviews
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Daystar Retirement Village Costs & Pricing

Daystar Retirement Village offers competitive pricing for its residents compared to the broader market in King County and the state of Washington. For instance, a studio apartment at Daystar is priced at $3,495 per month, significantly lower than the county average of $4,464 and the state average of $4,126. Similarly, one-bedroom units at Daystar are available for $3,995, which is notably more affordable than King County's $5,127 and remains below Washington's average of $4,632. Even for two-bedroom accommodations, Daystar maintains an attractive rate of $4,295 compared to the county's price point of $5,111 while being slightly above the state's average of $4,301. These rates position Daystar Retirement Village as an appealing option for seniors seeking quality living arrangements without straining their budgets.

Floor plansDaystar Retirement VillageKing CountyWashington
Studio$3,495$4,464$4,128
1 Bedroom$3,995$5,127$4,634
2 Bedrooms$4,295$5,111$4,301

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Overall Review of Daystar Retirement Village

common 28 reviews mention this

Staff kindness and responsiveness

Residents and families repeatedly describe the staff as kind, helpful, and easy to reach.

A frequent theme across reviews is how supported people feel because staff are described as kind, caring, and genuinely helpful. Several reviewers also mention personal attention from named team members and describe the front desk and executive leadership as responsive. Even when reviews include complaints about staffing coverage or facility age, many still describe day-to-day interactions as welcoming.

caveat 11 reviews mention this

Meals vary from excellent to awful

Dining earns strong praise, but some residents report inconsistent or poor food quality.

Some reviewers call out the quality of meals, saying the food is good, delicious, or amazing, and that staff offer a variety of meals. Others report that dining isn’t consistent, citing favorites like salmon and pasta while also wishing for changes such as more consistent quality or different rice. There are also a few much more negative comments, including one review that says the food is awful, which creates a noticeable mixed picture.

  • A server delivers meals to a group of elderly individuals dining together.
  • A spacious restaurant dining area with elegantly set tables and comfortable seating.
common 16 reviews mention this

Cleanliness and well-kept areas

Many reviews highlight cleanliness and upkeep around the community.

Cleanliness shows up repeatedly, with reviewers describing a clean, bright facility and well-kept spaces. Several comments also focus on the grounds and visual appeal, including gardens and landscaping that feel tended. Where maintenance comes up, it’s usually framed as an older-building drawback rather than an overall lack of care.

common 9 reviews mention this

Activities and social life

Residents commonly describe having plenty of activities and chances to socialize.

Reviews often point to scheduled activities and resident social time, including card games and group outings. Families mention that their loved ones participate when they can and enjoy meeting other residents. A few reviewers also mention tours and events like themed gatherings, reinforcing that community life is active rather than quiet and isolated.

caveat 4 reviews mention this

Older facilities need ongoing updates

Some residents and families say the building needs continued maintenance and upgrades.

A handful of reviews describe the property as older and in need of updates, pointing to issues like maintenance and dated in-unit details. One reviewer mentions the lack of air conditioning during warmer weather, while others note improvements such as updated flooring or kitchen and dining upgrades. The concerns don’t eliminate praise for cleanliness, but they do show up as a recurring limitation.

common 4 reviews mention this

Pricing can feel like value

Several reviewers frame the pricing as reasonable or affordable for the area.

Some families mention the community as an affordable option or as offering reasonable pricing compared with other places they considered. Reviews also include positive comments about value tied to the overall living experience. At the same time, there are complaints about costs in relation to service responsiveness, which suggests the value question depends on individual care needs.

How we summarize

Counts show how many written reviews mention each theme; a review can touch several themes, and only frequently mentioned themes are displayed.

Features

Housing

  • 186 resident community capacity 186 resident community capacity
  • 1-bedroom apartments 1-bedroom apartments
  • 2-bedroom apartments 2-bedroom apartments
  • Studio apartments Studio apartments

Types of Care

  • Active Adult Communities (55+) Active Adult Communities (55+)
  • Assisted Living Assisted Living
  • Independent Living Independent Living
  • Respite Care Respite Care

Amenities

  • Activities off-site Activities off-site
  • Activities on-site Activities on-site
  • Air-conditioning Air-conditioning
  • Bath tubs Bath tubs
  • Beautician on-site Beautician on-site
  • Beauty salon Beauty salon
  • Cable or satellite TV Cable or satellite TV
  • Computer center Computer center
  • Devotional services off-site Devotional services off-site
  • Devotional services on-site Devotional services on-site
  • Dining room Dining room
  • Fitness room Fitness room
  • Full kitchen Full kitchen
  • Fully furnished Fully furnished
  • Gaming room Gaming room
  • Garden Garden
  • Ground floor units Ground floor units
  • Handicap accessible Handicap accessible
  • Housekeeping services Housekeeping services
  • Indoor common areas Indoor common areas
  • Kitchenette Kitchenette
  • Move-in coordination Move-in coordination
  • Outdoor common areas Outdoor common areas
  • Outdoor space Outdoor space
  • Private bathrooms Private bathrooms
  • Respite or short term stays offered Respite or short term stays offered
  • Restaurant-style dining Restaurant-style dining
  • Small library Small library
  • Telephone Telephone
  • Wellness center Wellness center
  • Wheelchair accessible showers Wheelchair accessible showers
  • Wi-Fi/high-speed internet available Wi-Fi/high-speed internet available

Transportation

  • Seattle-Tacoma International (6 miles away) Seattle-Tacoma International (6 miles away)
  • Community operated transportation Community operated transportation
  • Transportation arrangement Transportation arrangement
  • Transportation arrangement (non-medical) Transportation arrangement (non-medical)

Care Services

  • 12-16 hour nursing 12-16 hour nursing
  • 24-hour call system 24-hour call system
  • 24-hour supervision 24-hour supervision
  • Activities of daily living assistance Activities of daily living assistance
  • Ambulatory care Ambulatory care
  • Assistance with bathing Assistance with bathing
  • Assistance with dressing Assistance with dressing
  • Assistance with transfers Assistance with transfers
  • Coordination with health care providers Coordination with health care providers
  • Diabetes diet Diabetes diet
  • Diabetic care Diabetic care
  • High acuity care High acuity care
  • Hospice waiver Hospice waiver
  • Incontinence care Incontinence care
  • Meal preparation and service Meal preparation and service
  • Medication management Medication management
  • Mental wellness program Mental wellness program
  • Special dietary restrictions Special dietary restrictions
  • Transportation arrangement (medical) Transportation arrangement (medical)
  • Transportation to doctors appointments Transportation to doctors appointments

Dining

  • Diabetes diet Diabetes diet
  • Guest meals Guest meals
  • International cuisine International cuisine
  • Low / no sodium Low / no sodium
  • Meals provided Meals provided
  • No Sugar No Sugar
  • Special dietary restrictions Special dietary restrictions
  • Vegetarian Vegetarian

Activities

  • Community-sponsored activities Community-sponsored activities
  • Concierge services Concierge services
  • Day trips and outings Day trips and outings
  • Devotional activities offsite Devotional activities offsite
  • Devotional activities on-site Devotional activities on-site
  • Educational speakers / life long learning Educational speakers / life long learning
  • Fitness programs Fitness programs
  • Live dance or theater performances Live dance or theater performances
  • Live musical performances Live musical performances
  • Other religious services Other religious services
  • Planned day trips Planned day trips
  • Resident-run activities Resident-run activities
  • Scheduled daily activities Scheduled daily activities
  • Tai Chi Tai Chi
  • Trivia games Trivia games
  • Yoga / chair yoga Yoga / chair yoga

Nearby Places of Interest

This part of Seattle, Washington, offers a convenient and diverse range of amenities for seniors looking to settle in the area. With several pharmacies such as Rite Aid and Walgreens nearby, accessing necessary medications and healthcare products is easy. There are also various dining options including Endolyne Joes and El Rinconsito for enjoyable meals out. The proximity to beautiful parks like Lincoln Park and Ed Munro Seahurst Park provides opportunities for outdoor recreation and relaxation. Additionally, there are reputable healthcare facilities like Providence Mount St. Vincent and Swedish Medical Center in the vicinity, ensuring quality medical care when needed. Access to public transportation from Link Light Rail stations and a variety of cafes such as Starbucks cater to convenience and social engagement for seniors residing in this neighborhood. Lastly, entertainment options like Regal Meridian & 4DX theater offer cultural experiences within reasonable distance from home. Overall, this location presents a well-rounded living environment suitable for seniors seeking a vibrant community setting in Seattle.

Pharmacies

  • Rite Aid (0.2 miles)
  • Walgreens (0.6 miles)
  • Bartell Drugs - Ebt (0.7 miles)
  • Saars Marketplace And Saars Super Saver (1 miles)
  • Walgreens (1.8 miles)
  • Rite Aid (2.7 miles)
  • QFC Pharmacy (3 miles)

Restaurants

  • Endolyne Joes (1.1 miles)
  • El Rinconsito (3.7 miles)
  • Circa (4.3 miles)
  • McDonald's (4.6 miles)
  • Salty's on Alki (4.7 miles)
  • Marination Ma Kai (4.9 miles)
  • Uwajimaya (5.7 miles)

Parks

  • Lincoln Park (1.4 miles)
  • Fairmount Playground (2.5 miles)
  • Ed Munro Seahurst Park (2.8 miles)
  • Emma Schmitz Memorial Overlook (3.5 miles)
  • North SeaTac Park (3.5 miles)
  • Genesee Park & Playground (5.1 miles)
  • Lake Washington Boulevard Park (5.5 miles)

Hospitals

  • Providence Mount St. Vincent - Seattle (2.7 miles)
  • Harborview Medical Center (6.2 miles)
  • Swedish Medical Center (6.5 miles)

Cafes

  • Starbucks (3.1 miles)
  • The Flora Bakehouse (3.4 miles)
  • Starbucks (3.5 miles)
  • Chelan Cafe (3.6 miles)
  • Starbucks (4.2 miles)
  • Starbucks HQ (4.5 miles)
  • Starbucks Reserve SoDo (4.5 miles)

Transportation

  • Link Light Rail - Rainier Beach Station (4.1 miles)
  • Columbia City Station (4.5 miles)
  • Mount Baker Station (5.1 miles)
  • Stadium Station (5.4 miles)
  • King Street Station (5.7 miles)
  • North Satellite (5.8 miles)
  • Alaska Airlines Seattle Lounge - North Satellite (5.9 miles)

Physicians

  • Three Tree Women's Clinic (4.5 miles)

Theaters

  • Regal Meridian & 4DX (6.6 miles)
  • AMC Pacific Place 11 (6.6 miles)

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