There are 34 independent living in Victoria, with costs ranging from $1,100 to $12,500 per month. Compare availability, pricing, amenities and reviews below, then call any provider directly.
33 providers found
Victoria, British Columbia
Rose Bank Gardens is a resident-owned independent living facility and strata in Victoria consisting of 41 suites for 55+ seniors, offering daily dinner service, weekly housekeeping, medical alert monitoring, and 24-hour onsite staff. It is not licensed as a nursing or care home.
Victoria, British Columbia
Ross Place Seniors Community is a retirement home in Victoria, BC offering independent living and assisted living options with 183 private suites.
Victoria, British Columbia
Shannon Oaks Oak Bay is a premier independent living retirement community located in Oak Bay, Victoria, featuring all-inclusive monthly rent starting at $5,790.
Victoria, British Columbia
The Renaissance is an independent retirement residence in Esquimalt, Victoria, offering spacious suites with full kitchens, chef-prepared meals, and comprehensive amenities for seniors.
Victoria, British Columbia
The Victorian is an independent living retirement community in Saanich, Victoria, BC, operated by Atria Retirement Canada. It offers spacious apartments with all-inclusive pricing.
Victoria, British Columbia
Victoria Harbour by Chartwell is an independent living retirement community in downtown Victoria on Belleville Street, featuring spacious apartments with full kitchens, dining options, and active lifestyle programming.
Victoria, British Columbia
Rose Manor is a 70-unit independent housing residence for seniors age 70+ located in downtown Victoria. Built over 100 years ago, it offers independent living in a safe and comfortable environment.
Victoria, British Columbia
Carlton House is a boutique independent senior living residence located in Oak Bay, Victoria, BC. It offers a range of living options from studios to two-bedroom suites with all-inclusive amenities and services.
Victoria, British Columbia
Marrion Village is an Assisted Living and subsidized Senior Housing community in Victoria, located in Oak Bay with 50 Assisted Living suites and 119 subsidized Senior Housing suites.
Victoria, British Columbia
Saint Francis Manor by the Sea is an independent supportive living residence for seniors located oceanfront in Victoria, British Columbia, adjacent to Beacon Hill Park. Built in 1909 and fully renovated, the facility was voted one of the top three senior residences in Victoria by Best in the City.
Victoria, British Columbia
The Camelot is a 33-suite boutique seniors residence located in James Bay, Victoria, built in 1998. Rents include evening meals daily, weekly housekeeping, heavy laundry services, and planned activities.
Victoria, British Columbia
The Kensington Victoria is an independent living community in Victoria, BC, offering thoughtfully designed suites and a lifestyle enriched by community activities, dining, and wellness services.
Victoria, British Columbia
The Victorian at McKenzie is an independent senior living community in Victoria, BC offering spacious apartments with all-inclusive pricing and a full calendar of social events, classes and group activities.
Victoria, British Columbia
The Wellesley is a retirement community in downtown Victoria offering Independent and Assisted Living services in a three-storey building with spacious suites.
Victoria, British Columbia
Alexander Mackie Lodge is a non-profit senior's housing complex in Langford, Victoria, British Columbia, providing independent living since 2006.
Victoria, British Columbia
Berwick Royal Oak is a retirement community in Victoria, British Columbia, offering independent living and assisted living suites across 4.42 acres with 229 spacious suites.
Victoria, British Columbia
Dawson Heights is a non-profit retirement community in Victoria, BC providing safe housing in a nurturing environment for independent seniors with three residential options.
Victoria, British Columbia
Elgin Gardens is a seniors rental housing community in Victoria's Oak Bay neighbourhood, offering 43 affordable one-bedroom and one two-bedroom rental apartments with newly renovated suites.
Victoria, British Columbia
Highgate Lodge is a traditional retirement community in Victoria's Cedar Hill neighbourhood offering Independent Living and Short-Term Stays, with housekeeping and dining services included.
Victoria, British Columbia
Parkwood Place is an independent living retirement community in Victoria, BC, operated by Optima Living. It offers studio, one-, and two-bedroom suites with five-star services in an elegant setting surrounded by gardens.
Victoria, British Columbia
Abbeyfield House St Peters is a non-profit, subsidized independent living residence for seniors aged 65 and older, located in a quiet residential neighbourhood in Victoria, British Columbia. The facility was built in 1988 and offers a family-style living environment with shared meals and community amenities.
Victoria, British Columbia
The Glenshiel Housing Society is a not-for-profit organization providing affordable rental accommodation and hospitality services for independent seniors in downtown Victoria. The building, established as The Glenshiel Housing Society in 1997, houses over 70 residents.
Victoria, British Columbia
The Independent Living Housing Society of Greater Victoria is a non-profit organization founded in 1976 that supports adults with diverse abilities to live independently in accessible shared homes and apartments with 24-hour residential care worker support.
Victoria, British Columbia
Luther Court is a comprehensive senior-care provider in Victoria offering long-term care, assisted living, independent apartments, and an adult day program. The organization is accredited with exemplary standing by Accreditation Canada.
Victoria has a well-established network of independent living communities, and many families find that the hardest part isn't finding options — it's narrowing them down. A good starting point is thinking honestly about what daily life should look like for your parent right now, not just in five years. Independent living suits older adults who are largely self-sufficient but want the freedom that comes with a maintenance-free lifestyle, on-site amenities, and a ready-made social community. If your parent already needs help with personal care or medication management, it's worth exploring Assisted Living or Retirement Homes instead — both of which we also list in Victoria.
Victoria's communities tend to cluster in a few distinct pockets of the city. The Oak Bay and Saanich areas offer a quieter, residential feel that appeals to those who want proximity to parks and the ocean without the bustle of the downtown core. The Fairfield and James Bay neighbourhoods sit closer to the Inner Harbour and are popular with those who value walkability and cultural amenities. When weighing location, consider how close a community is to Victoria General Hospital or Royal Jubilee Hospital — both are major regional facilities and being a short drive away can matter more than families expect. Walkability and access to public transit and nearby bus routes also deserve a close look, especially if your parent doesn't drive or plans to give up driving.
In British Columbia, independent living communities are largely private-pay, meaning there is no direct government subsidy specifically for independent living the way there is for assisted living or long-term care. Those programs — which are arranged through Island Health, the regional health authority serving Greater Victoria — apply once a person requires a higher level of care. That said, a resident's overall financial picture may be supported by federal income programs like Old Age Security (OAS) and the Guaranteed Income Supplement (GIS), which can free up funds for monthly fees.
Availability in Victoria can be tighter than in larger mainland cities, partly because demand is high among retirees drawn to the mild climate. Some well-regarded communities carry waitlists, so it pays to start your search before a move becomes urgent. When touring, ask about how the community handles a transition to higher care if needs change — some buildings have an affiliated Assisted Living option on-site or nearby, which can prevent a disruptive second move down the road.
Typical cost: $1,100–$12,500 per month.
Independent living in Victoria is generally private-pay, with monthly fees varying by suite type and included services. Federal income supports such as Old Age Security (OAS) and the Guaranteed Income Supplement (GIS) may help eligible residents manage ongoing costs.
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