Savant of Santa Monica

Overview of Savant of Santa Monica

With 24-hour staffing and respite care, Savant of Santa Monica is a 174-bed assisted living and memory care community at 1447 17th Street in Santa Monica, California. It’s operated by Santa Monica Operations LLC under administrator Joe Saldana. Licensed in May 2023, the community serves residents in Los Angeles County, with prices starting at $4,200 monthly.

The inspection record falls below California’s average. Since licensing, 36 complaints have been filed, 12 per year against California’s 4.7 average, resulting in 58 complaint visits compared to a state average of 13. Total citations stand at 10, exactly at California’s average, with citations per routine inspection at 0.1 versus a 3.3 state average. No serious citations appear on record. The latest inspection was May 2026.

The community’s walk score of 90 makes it among the most walkable senior living locations in California, with shops, services, and medical facilities walkable from 17th Street. Amenities feature chef-prepared meals, a movie theater, a fitness center, and a music lounge.

For older adults seeking assisted living or memory care in a large, amenity-rich community in central Santa Monica, suitable is Savant of Santa Monica. It’s where the coastal West Los Angeles location is a primary draw.

Facility Direct Line (310) 829-5904

174-bed community

A large-scale community that may provide a wide range of amenities, services, and structured programs.

3 years in operation

An established community with some operational experience and growing routines.

Walk Score: 90 / 100

Walker's paradise. Daily errands do not require a car, with many shops and services nearby.

About this community

Occupancy

Occupancy rate

78%

Higher than the California average: 72.8%

Occupied beds

135 / 174

Average occupied beds in California homes 87 beds

Facility TypeResidential Care Elderly

StatusLicensed

IssuanceMay 18, 2023

CountyLos Angeles

RCFE Number198320378

Savant of Santa Monica is legally operated by Santa Monica Operations Llc, and administered by Joe Saldana.

Owner NameSanta Monica Operations LLC

Emergency SystemsEmergency alert system in place.

Licensed Nurses/CNAs

24-Hour Staffing

Private Apartments

Chef-Prepared Meals

Engaging Daily Events

Salon

Fitness Classes

Book Library

Fitness Center

Walking Paths

Gardening Spaces

Movie Theater

Music Lounge

Parking Area

Starting Price$4,200 per month

Food DescriptionChef-prepared meals are provided.

Since 2023 · 3 years of data 10 citations 36 complaints 71 total visits 58 complaint visits 2 official inspections

Inspection Score

9 points below the California average for assisted living residences (81/100)

Inspection Scorecard 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 2023 vs. California state average

Overall vs. CA average

Latest Inspection May 13, 2026

Citations Citations are formal regulatory issues recorded during state inspections.	This Facility	CA Average	vs. CA Avg
Total citations Formal regulatory issues recorded by inspectors across all inspection types.	10	10	This facility has total citations in line with the California average (10 vs. CA avg 10).— At avg
Citations per year Average citations per year since 2023.	3.3	3.3	This facility has citations per year in line with the California average (3.3 vs. CA avg 3.3).— At avg
Citations per inspection Average citations per inspection.	0.1	3.3	This facility has 97% fewer citations per inspection than a typical California assisted living residence (0.1 vs. CA avg 3.3).↓ 97% better

Inspections & Visits State inspections evaluate whether the facility meets health and safety standards.	This Facility	CA Average	vs. CA Avg
Total visits Combined count of complaint visits, other regulatory visits, and official scheduled inspections.	71	16	This facility has 344% more total visits than a typical California assisted living residence (71 vs. CA avg 16).↑ 344% worse
Complaint visits On-site visits triggered by formal complaints filed by residents, families, or staff.	58	13	This facility has 346% more complaint visits than a typical California assisted living residence (58 vs. CA avg 13).↑ 346% worse Rank #1367 / 1397 Complaint visits — State benchmarked This home is ranked 1367th out of 1397 homes in California. Shows this facility's # of complaint visits compared to the California average among 1397 comparable communities in the ranking pool. 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 Regulatory visits that are neither routine inspections nor complaint investigations — administrative check-ins, follow-up reviews, licensing-related visits.	11	7	This facility has 57% more other visits than a typical California assisted living residence (11 vs. CA avg 7).↑ 57% worse
Official inspections Routine, scheduled inspections conducted by state regulators to evaluate whether the facility meets federal and state standards.	2	4	This facility has 50% fewer official inspections than a typical California assisted living residence (2 vs. CA avg 4).↓ 50% better

Complaints & Investigations Complaints are formal concerns filed by residents, families, or staff. Investigations are on-site follow-ups.	This Facility	CA Average	vs. CA Avg
Total complaints Formal expressions of concern made by residents, families, or staff.	36	14	This facility has 157% more total complaints than a typical California assisted living residence (36 vs. CA avg 14).↑ 157% worse
Complaints per year Average complaints per year since 2023.	12	4.7	This facility has 155% more complaints per year than a typical California assisted living residence (12 vs. CA avg 4.7).↑ 155% worse

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1.6 miles from city center Estimated distance in miles from Santa Monica's city center to Savant of Santa Monica's address, calculated via Google Maps.

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


Savant of Santa Monica	AL MC	Santa Monica	174 Facility 174 CA AVG 103 Rank #248 / 1657	No	90 Facility 90 CA AVG 57 Rank #171 / 2092	72 Facility 72 CA AVG 81 Rank #1051 / 1401	2	58 Facility 58 CA AVG 13 Rank #1367 / 1397	-	3 Facility 3 CA AVG 13 Rank #1210 / 1487	77.6% Facility 77.6% CA AVG 74.8% Rank #646 / 1368	Santa Monica Operations LLC	-
Westmont of Culver City	AL IL MC	Culver City (Clarkdale)	160 Facility 160 CA AVG 103 Rank #288 / 1657	Yes	91 Facility 91 CA AVG 57 Rank #155 / 2092	95 Facility 95 CA AVG 81 Rank #108 / 1401	1	0 Facility 0 CA AVG 13 Rank #1 / 1397	0 Facility 0 CA AVG 3 Rank #1 / 1164	1 Facility 1 CA AVG 13 Rank #1391 / 1487	90.6% Facility 90.6% CA AVG 74.8% Rank #265 / 1368	Westmont Liv Inc;Wm Culver City Mgr;Gp Culver City	Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Brookdale Ocean House	AL MC	Santa Monica (Ocean Park)	150 Facility 150 CA AVG 103 Rank #343 / 1657	Yes	93 Facility 93 CA AVG 57 Rank #111 / 2092	74 Facility 74 CA AVG 81 Rank #998 / 1401	4	24 Facility 24 CA AVG 13 Rank #1187 / 1397	1 Facility 1 CA AVG 3 Rank #413 / 1164	20 Facility 20 CA AVG 13 Rank #353 / 1487	74.7% Facility 74.7% CA AVG 74.8% Rank #738 / 1368	Blc Ocean House LP	Studio / 1 Bed
Brookdale Santa Monica Gardens	AL	Santa Monica (Wilshire Montana)	128 Facility 128 CA AVG 103 Rank #506 / 1657	Yes	80 Facility 80 CA AVG 57 Rank #417 / 2092	81 Facility 81 CA AVG 81 Rank #825 / 1401	5	15 Facility 15 CA AVG 13 Rank #1024 / 1397	0 Facility 0 CA AVG 3 Rank #1 / 1164	19 Facility 19 CA AVG 13 Rank #392 / 1487	43.8% Facility 43.8% CA AVG 74.8% Rank #1306 / 1368	Blc Gardens-Santa Monica Lh LLC	Private Rooms
Ivy Park at Santa Monica	AL MC	Santa Monica (Mid-City)	100 Facility 100 CA AVG 103 Rank #698 / 1657	Yes	89 Facility 89 CA AVG 57 Rank #195 / 2092	76 Facility 76 CA AVG 81 Rank #946 / 1401	4	24 Facility 24 CA AVG 13 Rank #1187 / 1397	2 Facility 2 CA AVG 3 Rank #600 / 1164	22 Facility 22 CA AVG 13 Rank #313 / 1487	70.0% Facility 70.0% CA AVG 74.8% Rank #848 / 1368	Al Santa Monica Sr. Hsg; Oakmont Mgmt.group LLC	-

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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).

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

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

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.

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

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.

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)

Who is the owner of Savant of Santa Monica?

The legal owner and operator of Savant of Santa Monica is Santa Monica Operations Llc.

Is Savant of Santa Monica in a walkable area?

Savant of Santa Monica has a walk score of 90. Walker's paradise. Daily errands do not require a car, with many shops and services nearby.

What is the occupancy rate at Savant of Santa Monica?

Savant of Santa Monica's occupancy is 78%.

Who is the administrator of Savant of Santa Monica?

Joe Saldana is the administrator of Savant of Santa Monica.

How many beds does Savant of Santa Monica have?

Savant of Santa Monica has 174 beds.

Has Savant of Santa Monica had any recent citations?

Savant of Santa Monica has had 10 recently reported citations.

Are there photos of Savant of Santa Monica?

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