Best Assisted Living in Santa Fe, NM

Why trust this guide? Our editorial team analyzed 12 assisted living communities in Santa Fe, NM using New Mexico Health Care Authority (HCA) data, inspection records, complaints, amenities, and facility-level details. How we rank assisted living in NM

Reviewed by

Dr. Jordan Weiss

Last updated

Jun 2026

We analyzed

12 homes

Other senior care options in Santa Fe:

Memory Care Nursing Homes Independent Living

Avg Monthly Cost: $7,416The average monthly cost across facilities in Santa Fe, NM. Reflects published or estimated base rates and can vary with care level, room type, and amenities. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.

National Average: $5,600

Avg Walk Score: 45/ 100The average Walk Score across facilities in Santa Fe, NM. A third-party neighborhood walkability score (0–100) measuring convenience and context, not healthcare quality. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.

National Average: 50/ 100

Avg No. of Beds: 70The average licensed bed capacity across facilities in Santa Fe, NM. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.

National Average: 90

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The information below is reported by the New Mexico Department of Health, Division of Health Improvement.


Las Soleras Senior Living	AL IL	Santa Fe (Las Soleras Drive)	86 Facility 86 NM AVG 69 Rank #52 / 148	No	4 Facility 4 NM AVG 43 Rank #181 / 208	-	-	-	Robbi Jennings	Santa Fe Operator, LLC	1	1 Facility 1 NM AVG 3.8 Rank #15 / 114	1 Facility 1 NM AVG 6.1 Rank #2 / 114	2 Facility 2 NM AVG 30 Rank #4 / 114	2.0 Facility 2.0 NM AVG 2.5 Rank #36 / 114
MorningStar Assisted Living & Memory Care of Santa Fe	AL IL MC RC	Santa Fe (South Pacheco Street)	103 Facility 103 NM AVG 69 Rank #36 / 148	No	65 Facility 65 NM AVG 43 Rank #53 / 208	Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed	88.3% Facility 88.3% NM AVG 78.5% Rank #42 / 115	A+	Ashley J. Martinez	Pacheco Senior Care LLC	12	4 Facility 4 NM AVG 3.8 Rank #58 / 114	5 Facility 5 NM AVG 6.1 Rank #54 / 114	22 Facility 22 NM AVG 30 Rank #49 / 114	1.8 Facility 1.8 NM AVG 2.5 Rank #31 / 114
Kingston Residences of Santa Fe	AL IL MC RC	Santa Fe (Legacy Court)	105 Facility 105 NM AVG 69 Rank #32 / 148	Yes	34 Facility 34 NM AVG 43 Rank #127 / 208	Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed	97.1% Facility 97.1% NM AVG 78.5% Rank #20 / 115	A+	Sandria Allen	Kingston Healthcare Company	35	16 Facility 16 NM AVG 3.8 Rank #113 / 114	18 Facility 18 NM AVG 6.1 Rank #111 / 114	112 Facility 112 NM AVG 30 Rank #112 / 114	3.2 Facility 3.2 NM AVG 2.5 Rank #60 / 114
The Montecito Santa Fé	AL IL MC	Santa Fe (Rodeo Road)	52 Facility 52 NM AVG 69 Rank #80 / 148	No	26 Facility 26 NM AVG 43 Rank #141 / 208	-	67.3% Facility 67.3% NM AVG 78.5% Rank #93 / 115	-	Mr. Edgar Ortiz	Lifehouse Santa Fe Operations, LLC	19	4 Facility 4 NM AVG 3.8 Rank #58 / 114	11 Facility 11 NM AVG 6.1 Rank #100 / 114	58 Facility 58 NM AVG 30 Rank #90 / 114	3.1 Facility 3.1 NM AVG 2.5 Rank #58 / 114
The Legacy at Santa Fe	AL MC RC	Santa Fe (Avenida Aldea)	86 Facility 86 NM AVG 69 Rank #52 / 148	No	0 Facility 0 NM AVG 43 Rank #187 / 208	-	87.2% Facility 87.2% NM AVG 78.5% Rank #44 / 115	-	Tohnia Miller	Lasf Tenant, LLC	23	7 Facility 7 NM AVG 3.8 Rank #96 / 114	14 Facility 14 NM AVG 6.1 Rank #108 / 114	70 Facility 70 NM AVG 30 Rank #98 / 114	3.0 Facility 3.0 NM AVG 2.5 Rank #55 / 114
Brookdale Santa Fe	AL IL MC NH	Santa Fe (Alta Vista Street)	76 Facility 76 NM AVG 69 Rank #62 / 148	Yes	76 Facility 76 NM AVG 43 Rank #24 / 208	Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed	52.6% Facility 52.6% NM AVG 78.5% Rank #100 / 115	A+	Pamela C. Plaza	-	20	6 Facility 6 NM AVG 3.8 Rank #90 / 114	7 Facility 7 NM AVG 6.1 Rank #70 / 114	44 Facility 44 NM AVG 30 Rank #79 / 114	2.2 Facility 2.2 NM AVG 2.5 Rank #40 / 114
Sierra Vista Retirement Community	AL HC MC PC	Santa Fe	24 Facility 24 NM AVG 69 Rank #104 / 148	No	17 Facility 17 NM AVG 43 Rank #159 / 208	-	100.0% Facility 100.0% NM AVG 78.5% Rank #1 / 115	A+	Caroline Andrade	Vista Living Communities	12	2 Facility 2 NM AVG 3.8 Rank #33 / 114	5 Facility 5 NM AVG 6.1 Rank #54 / 114	28 Facility 28 NM AVG 30 Rank #55 / 114	2.3 Facility 2.3 NM AVG 2.5 Rank #41 / 114
La Secoya de El Castillo	AL IL MC NC	Santa Fe	-	Yes	74 Facility 74 NM AVG 43 Rank #28 / 208	1 Bed / 2 Bed	-	-	-	-	-	-	-	-	-
El Castillo	AL IL MC NC	Santa Fe (East Alameda Street)	-	Yes	82 Facility 82 NM AVG 43 Rank #7 / 208	1 Bed / 2 Bed	-	A-	-	-	-	-	-	-	-
Beehive Homes	AL MC RC	Santa Fe	15 Facility 15 NM AVG 69 Rank #113 / 148	No	28 Facility 28 NM AVG 43 Rank #138 / 208	-	93.3% Facility 93.3% NM AVG 78.5% Rank #25 / 115	-	Danica O\'Neal	Santa Fe Hive LLC	10	7 Facility 7 NM AVG 3.8 Rank #96 / 114	7 Facility 7 NM AVG 6.1 Rank #70 / 114	31 Facility 31 NM AVG 30 Rank #62 / 114	3.1 Facility 3.1 NM AVG 2.5 Rank #58 / 114
The Montecito Santa Fe Memory Care Community	AL IL MC	Santa Fe	80 Facility 80 NM AVG 69 Rank #58 / 148	No	0 Facility 0 NM AVG 43 Rank #187 / 208	-	46.3% Facility 46.3% NM AVG 78.5% Rank #104 / 115	-	Edgar Ortiz	-	2	2 Facility 2 NM AVG 3.8 Rank #33 / 114	2 Facility 2 NM AVG 6.1 Rank #14 / 114	10 Facility 10 NM AVG 30 Rank #24 / 114	5.0 Facility 5.0 NM AVG 2.5 Rank #77 / 114
Kingston Residence of Santa Fe	AL IL MC RC	Santa Fe	-	No	43 Facility 43 NM AVG 43 Rank #110 / 208	-	-	-	-	-	-	-	-	-	-

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Ranking Methodology

How we rank these assisted living communities

Every community above is evaluated across six weighted categories using public data including state inspection records, review platforms, BBB profiles, and operator-published materials.

Public data
6 weighted categories
Updated quarterly

Full methodology

Weighting overview

35%
Resident Experience
25%
Regulatory
15%
Visual Media
10%
Website
10%
Stability
5%
Environment

Resident & Family Experience 35%

The single largest share of every ranking. Aggregated review sentiment and volume from major platforms — the closest signal to real resident experience.

Includes
Review Sentiment
Review Volume

Regulatory & Safety Record 25%

State inspection records, citations, and complaint visits. We weight per-inspection rates more heavily than raw counts.

Includes
State Inspections
Citations/Inspection
% Inspections w/ Citations
Complaint Visits
Accreditations
BBB Rating

Visual Media & Transparency 15%

Communities that publish high-quality visuals give families a real preview. No photos or tours = a negative transparency signal.

Includes
Video Tours
Virtual Walkthroughs
Photo Quantity
Photo Quality

Website & Operator Transparency 10%

Site quality and whether the operator publishes basic accountability information — staff names, contact details, ownership.

Includes
Website Content
Mobile Usability
Staff Info Available
Owner Info Available

Community Stability 10%

Operational signals indicating whether a community is well-run and meeting demand.

Includes
Occupancy Rate
Bed Options

Environment & Pricing 5%

Walkability and pricing transparency. Walk Score is weighted higher for Independent Living than for Memory Care, where most residents do not leave unaccompanied.

Includes
Walk Score
Pricing Transparency

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What's the difference between assisted living and memory care in New Mexico?

Assisted living in New Mexico supports residents with daily activities (bathing, dressing, medication management) while preserving independence. Memory care is a specialized form of assisted living for residents living with Alzheimer's or dementia, and adds 24/7 secured environments, dementia-trained staff, and structured routines designed to reduce confusion and wandering.

What's the difference between assisted living and a nursing home in New Mexico?

Assisted living in New Mexico is a residential model focused on housing, hospitality, and help with daily activities. Nursing homes (skilled nursing facilities) provide 24/7 medical care from licensed nurses for residents with significant health needs, and are regulated more strictly under both state and federal CMS rules.

Does New Mexico Medicaid cover assisted living?

New Mexico Medicaid does not directly pay room-and-board for assisted living, but most states (including New Mexico) offer Home and Community-Based Services (HCBS) waivers that can offset the cost of care services delivered inside a licensed community. Eligibility, waitlists, and covered services vary — check directly with the state Medicaid agency.

What is assisted living?

Assisted living combines private or semi-private apartments with help on activities of daily living (meals, bathing, dressing, medication management) and a social calendar — for residents who need some support but do not need 24/7 medical care.

How many assisted living facilities are listed on this page?

This page features 12 assisted living facilities in Santa Fe, NM. Use the filters and comparison tools above to compare ratings, amenities, and pricing.

How do I choose the right assisted living facility in Santa Fe, NM?

Start by matching the level of care offered to the resident's current and anticipated needs, then compare licensing status, staff-to-resident ratios, recent inspection results, and pricing. Tour at least two or three communities in Santa Fe, NM, talk to current residents and families, and confirm what is included in the base rate versus billed as add-on services.

What should I look for when visiting assisted living facilities in Santa Fe, NM?

Pay attention to staff interactions with residents, cleanliness and odor, food quality at meal times, the activity calendar, and how questions about pricing and care plans are answered. Ask to see the most recent state inspection report, the move-out / level-of-care-change policy, and a sample monthly bill that lists every fee.

Best Assisted Living in Santa Fe, NM

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