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San Francisco Towers
Assisted Living, Independent Living & Memory Care · San Francisco, CA
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San Francisco Towers

Assisted Living, Independent Living & Memory Care · San Francisco, CA
1661 Pine St, San Francisco, CA 94109 View map Calculator: See prices in your area
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Overview of San Francisco Towers

San Francisco Towers is a vibrant and trusted community in the heart of San Francisco, emphasizing the importance of togetherness and support. The community’s mission is to provide a welcoming environment where residents thrive, even during challenging times, through the care of dedicated staff and virtual events that foster connection. Rooted in values of community and resilience, San Francisco Towers is committed to creating a supportive living experience for all.

The community offers a range of amenities and facilities designed to enhance residents’ lives. Nestled in Pacific Heights, near Nob Hill and Fillmore Street, the prime location allows residents to explore the best of San Francisco. Engaging events, from classes and concerts to wellness programs, contribute to a dynamic calendar of activities. San Francisco Towers provides a variety of amenities, including an indoor swimming pool, a cozy library, and a rooftop garden, creating an environment where residents can relax and live their best lives. Additionally, the community’s comprehensive services, spanning healthcare, dining, and wellness, ensure residents have the support they need at every stage, fostering positive aging and overall well-being.

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Staffing hours breakdown

Info Daily nursing hours per resident by staff type, reported to CMS. Higher is generally better — compare this facility to state and national averages to see where staffing stands.

Hours per resident per day — compared to California state averages

Staff typeHours / Day / Residentvs state avg
Registered Nurse (RN) Info RNs hold the highest nursing license and can assess residents, interpret test results, and direct care plans. More RN hours per day often signals stronger clinical oversight and faster response to health changes. 2h 6m per day ▲ 223% State avg: 39m per day · National avg: 41m per day
LPN / LVN Info Licensed Practical Nurses (LPNs) or Licensed Vocational Nurses (LVNs) deliver routine hands-on care — medication administration, wound dressing, and monitoring vital signs. They work under RN supervision and make up a large share of daily bedside care. 49m per day ▼ 33% State avg: 1h 13m per day · National avg: 52m per day
Nurse Aide Info Certified Nurse Aides (CNAs) provide the most direct day-to-day assistance: bathing, dressing, feeding, and mobility. Nurse aide hours are typically the largest staffing category and directly affect residents' quality of life. 3h 19m per day ▲ 26% State avg: 2h 38m per day · National avg: 2h 20m per day
Weekend Total Nursing Info Combined nursing hours (RN + LPN + Nurse Aide) per resident per day on weekends. Staffing often drops on weekends — this figure reveals whether the facility maintains adequate coverage outside of weekday hours. 5h 20m per day ▲ 31% State avg: 4h 5m per day · National avg: 3h 26m per day
Physical Therapist Info Hours per resident per day provided by licensed Physical Therapists (PTs) or PT Assistants. PT services help residents recover mobility after injury or illness and are especially important for post-acute (short-stay) rehabilitation. 14m per day ▲ 180% State avg: 5m per day · National avg: 4m per day
Weekend RN Info Registered nurse hours specifically on weekends. Facilities sometimes reduce RN presence on Saturdays and Sundays — a low weekend RN figure compared to weekday hours can indicate reduced clinical oversight when most administrative staff are absent. 1h 28m per day ▲ 193% State avg: 30m per day · National avg: 28m per day
Bed community size
350-bed community Rank #36 / 1648Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 36th out of 1648 homes in California for Bed Count. Shows this facility's certified or reported bed count compared to other California facilities. Larger communities may offer more amenities, programs, and on-site services for residents and families.Facilities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings are based only on facilities in California that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
A large-scale community that may provide a wide range of amenities, services, and structured programs.
Years in operation
28 years in operation Rank #159 / 1494Years in operation — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 159th out of 1494 homes in California for Years In Operation. Shows how long this facility has been in operation compared to other California facilities. Longer operating histories may benefit residents, families, and staff.Facilities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings are based only on facilities in California that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
A longer operating history, which may indicate experience navigating regulations and delivering ongoing care.
Walk Score
Walk Score: 99 / 100 Rank #2 / 2087Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 2nd out of 2087 homes in California for Walk Score. Shows how walkable this facility's neighborhood is compared to the average Walk Score across California facilities. Higher scores benefit residents, families, and staff.Facilities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings are based only on facilities in California that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Walker's paradise. Daily errands do not require a car, with many shops and services nearby.

About this community

Occupancy

Occupancy rate
100%
Rank #1 / 1496Occupancy rate — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 1st out of 1496 homes in California for Occupancy. Shows this facility's occupancy rate versus the California average, with its Statewide rank out of 1496. Higher occupancy signals strong local demand and financial stability.Facilities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings are based only on facilities in California that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Higher than the California average: 72.8%
Occupied beds
350 / 350
Average occupied beds in California homes 87 beds

License Details

Facility TypeRcfe-continuing Care Retirement Community
IssuanceOctober 31, 1997
CountySan Francisco
CMS Certification Number555728

Ownership & Operating Entity

San Francisco Towers is legally operated by Front Porch Communities And Services, and administered by Mark Nitsche.

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Inspection History

In California, the Department of Social Services (for assisted living facilities) and the Department of Public Health (for nursing homes) conduct inspections to ensure resident safety and regulatory compliance.

Since 2021 · 5 years of data 0 citations 13 total visits 5 complaint visits 4 official inspections 4 complaint investigations
Inspection Score Info A composite 0–100 score combining this facility's inspections, citations, complaints, and enforcement actions relative to the California state average. The score below shows how many points this facility sits above or below the typical California assisted living residence score (the benchmark); higher is better.This is a proprietary Assisted Living Magazine score.

12 points above the California average for assisted living residences (81/100)

Rank #242 / 1399 in California Inspection Score — State benchmarked This home is ranked 242nd out of 1399 homes in California for Inspection Score. Shows this facility's inspection score compared to the California average among 1399 comparable communities in the ranking pool. Facilities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings are based only on facilities in California that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking. This is a proprietary Assisted Living Magazine score. Inspection score: 93 out of 100. Letter grade A. 12 points above the California average for assisted living residences (81/100)

Inspection Scorecard Info This scorecard compares key inspection, citation, and complaint metrics at this facility against the California state average. Metrics rated ≥15% worse than average are highlighted in red; those ≥15% better are highlighted in green.

Since 2021 vs. California state average
Overall vs. CA average 0 Worse No metrics in this bucket. 1 At Avg Metrics at California average:
• Official inspections (at CA avg) 5 Better Metrics better than California average:
• Total citations (100% below)
• Total visits (19% below)
• Complaint visits (62% below)
• Other visits (43% below)
• Complaint investigations (60% below)
Latest Inspection February 4, 2026

Citations Info Citations are formal regulatory issues recorded during state inspections.

This FacilityCA Averagevs. CA Avg
Total citations Info Formal regulatory issues recorded by inspectors across all inspection types. 010 This facility has 100% fewer total citations than a typical California assisted living residence (0 vs. CA avg 10).↓ 100% better
Standout metricNo citations on file since 2021 — the California average is 10.

Inspections & Visits Info State inspections evaluate whether the facility meets health and safety standards.

This FacilityCA Averagevs. CA Avg
Total visits Info Combined count of complaint visits, other regulatory visits, and official scheduled inspections. 1316 This facility has 19% fewer total visits than a typical California assisted living residence (13 vs. CA avg 16).↓ 19% better
Complaint visits Info On-site visits triggered by formal complaints filed by residents, families, or staff. 513 This facility has 62% fewer complaint visits than a typical California assisted living residence (5 vs. CA avg 13).↓ 62% better Rank #588 / 1388 Complaint visits — State benchmarked This home is ranked 588th out of 1388 homes in California for # of complaint visits. Shows this facility's # of complaint visits compared to the California average among 1388 comparable communities in the ranking pool. Facilities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings are based only on facilities in California that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.
Other visits Info Regulatory visits that are neither routine inspections nor complaint investigations — administrative check-ins, follow-up reviews, licensing-related visits. 47 This facility has 43% fewer other visits than a typical California assisted living residence (4 vs. CA avg 7).↓ 43% better
Official inspections Info Routine, scheduled inspections conducted by state regulators to evaluate whether the facility meets federal and state standards. 44 This facility has official inspections in line with the California average (4 vs. CA avg 4).— At avg
Complaint investigations Info On-site investigations triggered by complaints filed with California regulators. 410 This facility has 60% fewer complaint investigations than a typical California assisted living residence (4 vs. CA avg 10).↓ 60% better

Inspection Reports Summary Info An editor-reviewed summary of the themes and findings across this facility's recent inspection reports.

  • The most recent inspection on February 4, 2026, found no deficiencies and no substantiated abuse in a complaint investigation.
  • The October 17, 2024, annual inspection cited three technical deficiencies involving outdated physician reports, staff first aid certifications, and medication reconciliation in the memory care unit.
  • The October 20, 2025, annual inspection found the facility fully compliant with no deficiencies and all safety and documentation requirements met.
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Quality of care over time

These measures show how residents usually do over time at this home, based on health outcomes and preventive care.

Short-stay resident measures
Significantly above average California avg: 3.5 Info CMS star rating based on short-stay quality measure performance. 5 stars = much above average, 1 star = much below average.
Re-hospitalized after SNF stay Info Percentage of short-stay residents who were re-hospitalized after their nursing home admission. 24.1%
In line with California average

California average: 23.2%

Emergency department visits Info Percentage of short-stay residents who had an outpatient emergency department visit. 18.3%
63% worse than California average

California average: 11.2%

Falls with major injury Info Percentage of SNF residents who experience falls with major injury during their stay. 0.0%
100% better than California average

California average: 0.8%

Ability to care for self at discharge Info Percentage of residents at or above expected ability to care for themselves at discharge. 60.7%
13% better than California average

California average: 53.7%

Successful return to home or community Info Rate of successful return to home or community from a skilled nursing facility. 67.3%
33% better than California average

California average: 50.6%

Quality measures are calculated from Minimum Data Set (MDS) assessments. For most measures, lower percentages indicate better care quality.

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Address 1.7 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from San Francisco's city center to San Francisco Towers's address, calculated via Google Maps. — 0.52 miles to nearest hospital (Stroke Care Center: California Pacific Medical Center: Pacific Campus)

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The information below is reported by the California Department of Social Services and Department of Public Health.

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400
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CA AVG 104
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CA AVG 57
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91
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CA AVG 81
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San Francisco Towers
AL
IL
MC
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350
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CA AVG 104
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99
Facility 99
CA AVG 57
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93
Facility 93
CA AVG 81
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5
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CA AVG 13
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28
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CA AVG 13
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 100.0% -Front Porch Communities And Services1 Bed / 2 Bed
Coterie Cathedral Hill
AL
IL
MC
San Francisco (Cathedral Hill)
260
Facility 260
CA AVG 104
Rank #80 / 1648
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99
Facility 99
CA AVG 57
Rank #2 / 2087
79
Facility 79
CA AVG 81
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19
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CA AVG 13
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CA AVG 13
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 78.8% A+Van Ness Opco Tenant LLC And Atria Management CompanyStudio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
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San Francisco (Lower Pacific Heights)
34
Facility 34
CA AVG 104
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95
Facility 95
CA AVG 57
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94
Facility 94
CA AVG 81
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3
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CA AVG 3
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26
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 100.0% C+Knop, Roman & Knop, GalinaStudio / Semi-Private Rooms
Sunset Gardens
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RESC
San Francisco (Sunset District)
13
Facility 13
CA AVG 104
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CA AVG 57
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96
Facility 96
CA AVG 81
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0
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CA AVG 13
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12
Facility 12
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Financial Assistance for
Assisted Living in California

San Francisco Towers is located in San Francisco, California.
Here are the financial assistance programs available to residents in California.

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Multipurpose Senior Services Program

MSSP (Medi-Cal Waiver)

Age 65+
General California resident, Medi-Cal eligible, nursing home risk.
Income Limits (2025) ~$2,829/month 300% FBR, individual
Asset Limits $2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple).
CA

County-managed; waitlists possible.

Benefits
In-home support (4-6 hours/day) Respite care (14 days/year) Meals (~$6/meal) Transportation (8 trips/month) Care management

In-Home Supportive Services (IHSS)

California IHSS

Age 65+
General California resident, Medicaid-eligible or low-income.
Income Limits ~$1,732/month individual, Medi-Cal threshold
Asset Limits $2,000 individual
CA

Can hire family as caregivers.

Benefits
Personal care (up to 283 hours/month) Homemaker services Respite (varies)

Multipurpose Senior Services Program (MSSP)

CA MSSP

Age 65+
General California resident, Medi-Cal-eligible, nursing home-eligible but community-capable.
Income Limits ~$2,829/month 300% FBR, individual
Asset Limits $2,000 individual
CA

Available in 38 counties; waitlists common.

Benefits
Case management Respite care (up to 10 days/year) Minor home mods (avg. $500) Adult day care (~$50/day)

Property Tax Postponement Program (PTP)

CA PTP

Age 62+
General California resident, own and live in home, 40% equity.
Income Limits (2025) ~$51,500/year household, adjusted annually
Asset Limits Equity-based; no strict asset cap.
CA

Deferred taxes accrue interest (5% as of 2024); repaid upon sale/death.

Benefits
Property tax deferral (avg. $1,000-$3,000/year, varies by county)

Assisted Living Waiver (ALW)

CA ALW

Age 65+ or disabled
General California resident, Medi-Cal-eligible, nursing home-eligible.
Income Limits ~$2,829/month 300% FBR, individual
Asset Limits $2,000 individual
CA

Available in 15 counties (e.g., LA, Sacramento); waitlists common.

Benefits
Personal care in ALFs (5-7 hours/day) Medication management Social services

California CARES Program

CA CARES

Age —
General Caregivers of California residents 60+ needing help with 3+ daily activities; no caregiver age limit.
Income Limits No strict limit; cost-sharing above ~$2,500/month threshold.
Asset Limits Not applicable; need-based.
CA

High demand in urban areas; complements IHSS respite.

Benefits
Respite care (up to 10 days/year) Counseling (4-6 sessions/year) Training (2-3 workshops/year) Supplies (~$200/year)

Frequently Asked Questions about San Francisco Towers

What neighborhood is San Francisco Towers in?

San Francisco Towers is in the Cathedral Hill neighborhood of San Francisco.

Who is the owner of San Francisco Towers?

San Francisco Towers is legally operated by Front Porch Communities And Services, and administered by Mark Nitsche.

Is San Francisco Towers in a walkable area?

San Francisco Towers has a walk score of 99. Walker's paradise. Daily errands do not require a car, with many shops and services nearby.

What is the occupancy rate at San Francisco Towers?

San Francisco Towers's occupancy is 100%.

Are pets allowed at San Francisco Towers?

Yes, San Francisco Towers allows residents to bring their pets.

Who is the administrator of San Francisco Towers?

Mark Nitsche is the administrator of San Francisco Towers.

How many beds does San Francisco Towers have?

San Francisco Towers has 350 beds.

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