The Real Cost of Assisted Living in Wellington (2025 Financial Breakdown)
Wellington assisted living is advertised at $4,500 per month.
But that number rarely reflects what families actually pay.
Watch the full video breakdown:
YouTube (Long): https://youtu.be/KkqtYqBKC6E
YouTube (Short): https://youtube.com/shorts/l4VHfUNs__M
Read the Blog (full table + hidden fees): https://wilderrealestategroup.realgeeks.com/blog/wellington-assisted-living-hidden-costs-2025/
What Families Actually Pay (2025)
| Category | Monthly Cost | Annual Cost |
|---|---|---|
| Base Rent | $4,500 | $54,000 |
| Care Level Fees | $1,800 | $21,600 |
| Community Fee | $350 | $4,200 |
| Medication Management | $200 | $2,400 |
| Incontinence Care | $300 | $3,600 |
| Cable / Internet | $100 | $1,200 |
| Beauty / Barber | $80 | $960 |
| REAL TOTAL | $7,330 | $87,960 |
One-Time Move-In Costs
- Community entrance fee: $2,500–$5,000
- Medical assessment: ~$500
- Move-in coordination: $1,000–$3,000 (if using a senior move manager)
3-Year Cost Creep (Typical Scenario)
- Year 1: $7,330/month
- Year 2: ~$7,920/month
- Year 3: ~$8,500/month (memory care transition)
3-year total: approximately $285,000.
Plan Before You Sell the House
If you’re using home equity to fund care, timing matters. The “$4,500” number is not enough to plan around.
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