Choosing a retirement apartment is about more than square footage. The right home should provide enough room for your daily routine, favorite belongings, and personal comfort—without leaving you responsible for space you no longer need.
At Orchard Crest Retirement Community, residents can choose from a variety of floor plans designed for different lifestyles and levels of care. Options range from efficient studios and Alcove apartments to spacious one-, two-, and three-bedroom residences.
Every Orchard Crest living option also offers the reassurance of:
- 24-hour staff
- A variety of floor plans
- A safe, secure, and caring environment
The Alcove: A Comfortable Smaller One-Bedroom Apartment
For independent living residents who want more separation than a studio but do not need a large apartment, an Alcove may be the perfect fit.
Orchard Crest offers three Alcove floor plans:
- Small Alcove: 453 square feet
- Medium Alcove: 474 square feet
- Large Alcove: 543 square feet
These smaller one-bedroom apartments provide a defined sleeping area along with comfortable living space, a kitchen, bathroom, storage, and an outdoor deck or balcony as shown in the floor plans.
An Alcove can offer the privacy and familiar layout of a one-bedroom apartment in a more compact, manageable space. It is an appealing choice for one person who wants to simplify life while still having distinct areas for sleeping, relaxing, dining, and welcoming a visitor.
Large Alcove apartment floor plan
Small Alcove apartment floorplan
Medium Alcove apartment floor plan
The Benefits of Choosing a Smaller Apartment
Moving into a smaller home can feel like a big adjustment, especially after many years in a family home. However, choosing a thoughtfully designed apartment can also bring new freedom.
A smaller apartment may be:
- Easier to arrange and personalize
- More manageable for everyday living
- Less overwhelming to furnish
- Comfortable and efficient for one resident
- A natural way to focus on the belongings that matter most
The National Council on Aging recommends considering the financial, social, and safety factors involved when deciding whether it is time to downsize or change living arrangements.
At Orchard Crest, residents do not have to give up an active lifestyle when they choose a smaller home. The community’s shared spaces, activities, dining areas, fitness opportunities, and social events become an extension of each resident’s apartment.
More Independent Living Floor Plans
Living Room with Kitchen Island
Deluxe Three-bedroom, Two-bathroom Apartment
The Alcove is only one of the many Independent Living options at Orchard Crest. Current floor plans include:
- A 406-square-foot studio
- Alcove apartments from 453 to 543 square feet
- A 564-square-foot one-bedroom apartment
- Two-bedroom apartments from 1,025 to 1,180 square feet
- A deluxe three-bedroom, two-bathroom apartment
This range makes it easier to choose a home based on how you live. A studio or Alcove may be ideal for someone seeking simplicity, while a larger apartment can provide additional space for a couple, hobbies, a home office, or visiting family members.
Each Independent Living apartment includes the appliances needed for cooking, laundering, and everyday comfort. Residents can enjoy the privacy of their own apartment while remaining connected to a friendly and active retirement community.
Floor Plans for Different Levels of Support
Orchard Crest also offers a variety of apartments in Assisted Living, including studio, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom options. Residents receive support based on their individual needs while enjoying meals, activities, community amenities, and attentive care.
Memory Care residences are designed to provide a secure, supportive, and engaging environment for seniors experiencing memory loss. Several private and shared floor-plan arrangements are available.
Although the apartment styles and services differ, every Orchard Crest living option is centered around safety, comfort, personal dignity, and caring staff available 24 hours a day.
How Do You Choose the Right Apartment Size?
Before selecting a floor plan, consider how you use your home from day to day:
- Will one person or a couple live in the apartment?
- Do you prefer a separate bedroom?
- How much furniture do you plan to bring?
- Do you need space for hobbies or overnight guests?
- Would a compact apartment make daily life easier?
- Which community spaces and amenities will you use regularly?
Looking at a floor plan is helpful, but visiting in person can give you a much better sense of the space. During a tour, you can compare apartment sizes, see how furniture may fit, explore the community, and ask about current availability.
Tour Orchard Crest in Spokane Valley
Whether you are interested in a cozy Alcove, a traditional one-bedroom apartment, or a larger home, Orchard Crest can help you find a floor plan that feels comfortable and welcoming.
Visit Orchard Crest Retirement Community at 222 South Evergreen Road in Spokane Valley and discover a retirement lifestyle with the right balance of independence, connection, security, and support.
Call 509-928-2222 today to ask about available apartments or schedule a free tour.