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Solstice Senior Living at Renton

Solstice Senior Living at Renton is an independent living community in Renton, WA.

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Solstice Senior Living at Renton

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  • Interior

    A modern lobby with stylish seating and an open, welcoming atmosphere.
  • Outdoors

    A serene pathway through a lush forest.
  • Decor

    A cozy and well-decorated bedroom featuring a bed with patterned bedding, artwork on the walls, and a large window.
  • Living Room

    A cozy living room featuring a blue sofa, armchair, dining table, and large window providing natural light.
  • Building

    Aerial view of a large building surrounded by trees and natural landscape.
  • Architecture

    Aerial view of a residential building complex with parked cars and surrounding trees.
  • Bedroom

    A cozy bedroom with a large bed, side tables with lamps, and an open closet displaying a pink robe.
  • Trees

    A scenic view of a building surrounded by trees with cars parked in front under a blue sky with clouds.
  • Windows

    A bright and elegant dining room featuring a long wooden table, chairs, and a chandelier, with large windows letting in natural light.
  • Dining

    A spacious and elegantly designed restaurant dining area with neatly arranged tables and blue napkins.
  • Landscaping

    A scenic aerial view of a residential area surrounded by trees and nature.
  • Kitchen

    A modern kitchen and dining area with a table, chairs, refrigerator, and microwave.
  • Lighting

    A modern dining area with tables and chairs, featuring wooden flooring and ample natural light.
  • Entrance

    A residential building with a covered entrance and well-maintained landscaping under a partly cloudy sky.

1414 Monroe Avenue Northeast, Renton, WA 98056

To contact a resident: (425) 226-3312

For more information about senior living options: (866) 208-4318

4.4 from 108 reviews
5 stars
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4 stars
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3 stars
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2 stars
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1 stars
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Solstice Senior Living at Renton Costs & Pricing

Solstice Senior Living at Renton offers competitive pricing for its residents when compared to the broader market in King County and the state of Washington. For instance, a studio apartment at Solstice is priced at $2,495 per month, significantly lower than the county average of $4,464 and the state average of $4,126. Similarly, one-bedroom units are available for $3,220, which again is more affordable compared to King County's average of $5,127 and Washington's average of $4,632. Even in two-bedroom accommodations, Solstice remains cost-effective with a rate of $4,470, while both county and state averages hover around $5,111 and $4,301 respectively. These comparisons highlight Solstice Senior Living at Renton as an appealing option for those seeking quality senior living without breaking the bank.

Floor plansSolstice Senior Living at RentonKing CountyWashington
Studio$2,495$4,464$4,128
1 Bedroom$3,220$5,127$4,634
2 Bedrooms$4,470$5,111$4,301

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Overall Review of Solstice Senior Living at Renton

differentiator 14 reviews mention this

Pricing is a frequent deciding factor

Many reviewers describe the rent as reasonable, and some also say it can be too expensive.

Pricing comes up a lot in the reviews, with residents and families often calling it reasonable, within budget, or better value than other places they looked at. Others still warn that the cost is high, including comments that affordability was the deciding issue. This listing’s price range is positioned well below both county and state benchmarks across unit types, which aligns with why some families felt it was a strong value.

common 22 reviews mention this

Dining quality draws strong reactions

Residents often praise the meals, but some describe food served cold or not good enough.

A large share of reviews mention the food positively, describing it as good, delicious, fantastic, tasty, or a meal-time highlight. A few others are more critical, including comments about meals arriving cold during COVID-era service and complaints that the food quality was poor or not served hot. The community offers restaurant-style dining plus room service and guest meals, and it also lists multiple diet options that align with reviewers noting menu adjustments to specific needs.

  • A bright and elegantly decorated dining room with a long wooden table, surrounded by chairs and lit by a chandelier.
  • A spacious and elegantly designed dining room with multiple tables and chairs, featuring chandeliers and a polished hardwood floor.
  • A modern dining area with several tables and chairs, featuring bright lighting and large windows.
common 10 reviews mention this

Activities help residents stay busy

Many reviewers say there are plenty of activities and things to do.

Reviews repeatedly mention that the community keeps people engaged, with families and residents describing lots of activities and opportunities to get out and socialize. Some point to specific examples like game nights, exercise, and tours, while others note they wished the activity variety were different. The listing also emphasizes scheduled daily activities plus ongoing fitness programs and day trips, which matches what reviewers say they can do on a regular basis.

common 37 reviews mention this

Staff care is praised, with exceptions

Most reviews describe staff as friendly, helpful, and attentive, but a few mention unprofessional behavior.

Many reviewers say staff genuinely care about each person, respond quickly, and communicate well with families. Tours are also described as thorough, with staff taking time to explain things and assist with next steps. At the same time, some reviews criticize customer service or describe negative interactions with front-desk or management, so experiences can vary by person and situation.

caveat 2 reviews mention this

Care expectations may not match needs

A couple of reviews caution that it is not fully staffed like assisted living.

Two reviews flag care limitations in the way families expected it to work, including one comment that it’s not an assisted living situation and another concern about nurse coverage. While the listing includes nursing and medication-related support services, these reviews suggest it may be important to confirm staffing and coverage expectations for your specific situation before moving in.

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Features

Housing

  • 120 resident community capacity 120 resident community capacity
  • 1-bedroom apartments 1-bedroom apartments
  • 2-bedroom apartments 2-bedroom apartments
  • Studio apartments Studio apartments

Types of Care

  • Independent Living Independent Living

Pets

  • Cats allowed Cats allowed
  • Dogs allowed Dogs allowed

Amenities

  • Activities off-site Activities off-site
  • Activities on-site Activities on-site
  • Air-conditioning Air-conditioning
  • 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
  • Family private dining rooms Family private dining rooms
  • Fitness room Fitness room
  • Fully furnished Fully furnished
  • Gaming room Gaming room
  • Garden Garden
  • Ground floor units Ground floor units
  • Guasts at mealtime Guasts at mealtime
  • Guest parking Guest parking
  • Handicap accessible Handicap accessible
  • Housekeeping services Housekeeping services
  • Indoor common areas Indoor common areas
  • Kitchenette Kitchenette
  • Laundry Laundry
  • Move-in coordination Move-in coordination
  • Outdoor common areas Outdoor common areas
  • Outdoor patio Outdoor patio
  • Outdoor space Outdoor space
  • Overnight guests Overnight guests
  • Party space Party space
  • Pet friendly Pet friendly
  • Private bathrooms Private bathrooms
  • Religious/meditation center Religious/meditation center
  • Resident parking Resident parking
  • Respite or short term stays offered Respite or short term stays offered
  • Restaurant-style dining Restaurant-style dining
  • Small library Small library
  • TV room TV room
  • Telephone Telephone
  • VA Benefits Consultation VA Benefits Consultation
  • 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 (7 miles away) Seattle-Tacoma International (7 miles away)
  • Community operated transportation Community operated transportation
  • Transportation & parking Transportation & parking
  • 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
  • Assistance with dressing Assistance with dressing
  • Companion care Companion care
  • Hospice waiver Hospice waiver
  • Meal preparation and service Meal preparation and service
  • Medication management Medication management
  • Mental wellness program Mental wellness program
  • Personal care assistants Personal care assistants
  • Physical therapy Physical therapy
  • Transportation to doctors appointments Transportation to doctors appointments

Dining

  • Diabetes diet Diabetes diet
  • Guest meals Guest meals
  • Kosher Kosher
  • Low / no sodium Low / no sodium
  • Low fat Low fat
  • Meals provided Meals provided
  • Professional chef Professional chef
  • Renal Renal
  • Restaurant style dining Restaurant style dining
  • Room service Room service
  • Special dietary restrictions Special dietary restrictions
  • Vegetarian Vegetarian

Activities

  • Activities off-site Activities off-site
  • Art classes Art classes
  • Arts and crafts Arts and crafts
  • Book club Book club
  • Catholic services Catholic services
  • Community-sponsored activities Community-sponsored activities
  • Concierge services Concierge services
  • Cooking club Cooking club
  • 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
  • Games Games
  • Gardening club Gardening club
  • Happy hour Happy hour
  • Live dance or theater performances Live dance or theater performances
  • Live musical performances Live musical performances
  • Live well programs Live well programs
  • Planned day trips Planned day trips
  • Protestant services Protestant services
  • Religious services Religious services
  • Resident-run activities Resident-run activities
  • Scheduled daily activities Scheduled daily activities
  • Stories Stories
  • Tai Chi Tai Chi
  • Wii bowling Wii bowling
  • Wine tasting Wine tasting
  • Yoga / chair yoga Yoga / chair yoga

Nearby Places of Interest

This part of Renton, Washington offers a convenient and well-equipped neighborhood for senior living. With multiple pharmacies located within close proximity, access to necessary medications and healthcare services is readily available. The area also boasts a variety of parks for outdoor recreation and relaxation, as well as cafes for socializing and enjoying a cup of coffee. Transportation options are easily accessible, with an airport nearby and light rail stations within a short distance for traveling around the area. Additionally, there are several restaurants offering diverse dining options to cater to different preferences. For medical needs, there are reputable physicians and clinics in the vicinity providing quality healthcare services. Lastly, entertainment options include theaters for enjoying movies and cultural experiences. Overall, this part of Renton provides a well-rounded and convenient environment for senior living with amenities and services that cater to various needs and interests.

Pharmacies

  • Rite Aid (0.2 miles)
  • Walgreens (0.2 miles)
  • Walgreens (1.3 miles)
  • CVS Pharmacy (1.3 miles)
  • Bartell Drugs (1.4 miles)
  • Bartell Drugs (2.3 miles)
  • Walgreens (2.7 miles)

Parks

  • Gene Coulon Memorial Beach Park (1.3 miles)
  • Seward Park (4.9 miles)
  • Lake Washington Boulevard Park (5.8 miles)
  • Lake Sammamish State Park (6.1 miles)
  • Lake Sammamish State Park (6.2 miles)
  • North SeaTac Park (6.3 miles)
  • Genesee Park & Playground (6.4 miles)

Cafes

  • Starbucks (1.3 miles)
  • Starbucks (2.9 miles)
  • Dutch Bros Coffee (3 miles)
  • Starbucks (4.5 miles)
  • Starbucks (5.9 miles)
  • Starbucks (6.4 miles)
  • Issaquah Coffee Company (6.6 miles)

Transportation

  • Renton Municipal Airport (RNT) (2.2 miles)
  • Link Light Rail - Rainier Beach Station (5 miles)
  • Columbia City Station (6.7 miles)
  • SeaTac/Airport Station (7.1 miles)
  • North Satellite (7.2 miles)
  • Concourse D (7.2 miles)
  • N Gate Security (7.2 miles)

Restaurants

  • IHOP (2.8 miles)
  • Uwajimaya (3 miles)
  • MOD Pizza (4.3 miles)
  • Aliberto's Jr Fresh Mexican Food (4.5 miles)
  • Moctezuma's Mexican Restaurant & Tequila Bar (5.1 miles)
  • Azteca Mexican Restaurants (5.8 miles)
  • Tutta Bella Neapolitan Pizzeria (6.5 miles)

Physicians

  • King LASIK (3.7 miles)
  • Valley Medical Center, Rehab Services Pt Ot Therapy (3.8 miles)
  • Valley Medical Center - Fairwood Clinic (4.4 miles)
  • Allegro Pediatrics (4.6 miles)
  • Northwest Foot And Ankle Center, PS (4.8 miles)
  • Kent Eye Clinic (5.4 miles)
  • Overlake Medical Clinic (7 miles)

Theaters

  • AMC Factoria 8 (5.1 miles)
  • Regal Issaquah Highlands IMAX & RPX (7.8 miles)

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