
Avila Senior Living At Downtown SLO
Assisted Living, Independent Living & Respite Care · San Luis Obispo, CA
Avila Senior Living At Downtown SLO
Assisted Living, Independent Living & Respite Care · San Luis Obispo, CA
Avila Senior Living of the Aura Collection of Communities is an independent living and assisted living home for seniors in SLO. Considered the premier retirement home in the city, the residences provide the best convenience and comfort for seniors who want to stay active and have a quaint lifestyle. The nurturing environment empowers and enhances the quality of life for residents to relax, enjoy, and be engaged in the delightful coastal breeze of SoCal living.
The Aura Senior Living difference is committed to delivering quality care and service for each individual to be enriched and engaged in a warm Mediterranean-like atmosphere. Accommodations comprise delightful amenities and services such as enhanced floor plans, 24-hour care and supervision, gourmet meals at the restaurant-style dining room, and an in-home emergency call pendant.
30 years in operation Rank #133 / 1497Years in operation — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 133rd out of 1497 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: 98 / 100 Rank #13 / 2087Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 13th 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.
BBB Rating: A+ (Not Accredited)
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About this community
RCFE Number405850034
Staffing
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ContactDarlene Markham, Executive Director (per BBB, record updated Jul 2026)
Respite Care
ActivitiesEngaging activities and monthly events
Independent Living$2,550 per month
Active Adult Living$1,975 per month
What does this home offer?
Pets Allowed
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0.6 miles from city center
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Frequently Asked Questions about Avila Senior Living At Downtown SLO
What neighborhood is Avila Senior Living At Downtown SLO in?
Avila Senior Living At Downtown SLO is in the Downtown neighborhood of San Luis Obispo.
Is Avila Senior Living At Downtown SLO in a walkable area?
Avila Senior Living At Downtown SLO has a walk score of 98. Walker's paradise. Daily errands do not require a car, with many shops and services nearby.
How long has Avila Senior Living At Downtown SLO been in business?
Avila Senior Living At Downtown SLO has been operating for approximately 30 years, based on available licensing and registration records.
Does Avila Senior Living At Downtown SLO have different floorplan options?
Yes — see the floorplan options available at Avila Senior Living At Downtown SLO on this page.
Are pets allowed at Avila Senior Living At Downtown SLO?
Yes, Avila Senior Living At Downtown SLO allows residents to bring their pets.
Are there photos of Avila Senior Living At Downtown SLO?
Yes — there are 25 photos of Avila Senior Living At Downtown SLO in the photo gallery on this page.
What is the address of Avila Senior Living At Downtown SLO?
Avila Senior Living At Downtown SLO is located at 475 Marsh St, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401.
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