Stillwaters Estates in Centralia, Washington, is a retirement community for adults aged 50 and above that's been around since 1986, and over the years it's grown steadily, always keeping safety and friendliness in mind. The property's gated with security measures including entrance gates and remote or coded entry, which adds peace of mind, and there's a lot of space for walking, plus quiet neighborhoods that let folks enjoy country living without giving up convenience. People here live in apartments or duplexes, and each unit comes unfurnished with full-sized washers and dryers, large living rooms for all the regular furniture, bay windows, and kitchens with skylights and plenty of space. Duplexes have single-car garages in between for extra privacy, and there are both independent and assisted living options, with services like memory care for people who need a bit more support because of things like Alzheimer's.
For those who want to stay active, Stillwaters Estates has walking paths, vegetable garden plots for residents, and a community building called The Gathering Place where social, educational, and entertainment activities take place all year. Monthly newsletters keep everyone updated on news and events, and there are many opportunities to meet neighbors and get involved, which makes residents feel a sense of community and camaraderie. Folks living here don't need to worry about yard work, since maintenance crews take care of lawns, gardens, outside window washing, and the automatic sprinkler system, so people have more time to enjoy life. The community offers both rental properties and homes for sale, and people can find independent living, assisted living, and high-quality pre-owned homes or choose a lot to build new.
Stillwaters Estates keeps policies clear to make life simple-like a noise curfew from 10 p.m. to 8 a.m. for quiet evenings, rules on temporary curb parking, first-come carports, and a two-week limit on guest visits unless management says otherwise. There's specially fenced and paved RV parking, and a no smoking policy inside apartments or public places that they enforce. Each rental unit has a carbon monoxide detector that belongs to the community, and there are restrictions on heavy window air conditioners to prevent damage and keep everyone healthy. Before moving in, residents need to give a Power of Attorney for healthcare decisions, and there's a $750 security deposit, with extra deposits for pets and gate openers, plus a $1,000 non-refundable fee if someone wants to keep a small pet under a signed agreement.
The management and staff are friendly, fully trained, and easy to reach, helping residents with home care when they travel and offering help with things like bathing, dressing, or medication if needed. The community's Fair Housing / 504 Coordinator makes sure Stillwaters Estates follows all local, state, and federal laws, so nobody faces discrimination because of race, color, religion, national origin, gender, family status, or disability. The place's also won awards for care, activities, and overall friendliness, which shows people appreciate the environment. Nutritious meals use quality ingredients, and everything aims to support independent living in a quiet, safe, and welcoming setting where people value beauty, comfort, and good neighbors. Rent payments are due early in the month, and folks can lease for a year before switching to month-to-month. With its setting near events and amenities in Centralia, Stillwaters Estates offers a place for seniors who want to stay active, be safe, and enjoy life among friends while having as much independence as they want.
