Best Assisted Living in Irvine, CA

Why trust this guide? Our editorial team analyzed 5 assisted living communities in Irvine, CA using CA Dept. of Social Services (CDSS) data, inspection records, complaints, amenities, and facility-level details. How we rank assisted living in CA
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Avg Walk Score: 72/ 100The average Walk Score across facilities in Irvine, CA. 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: 284The average licensed bed capacity across facilities in Irvine, CA. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: 90

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Info below is compiled from the CA Dept. of Social Services (CDSS), senior community websites & trusted data sources such as Walk Score & BBB.

Communities are listed from highest-ranked to lowest-ranked based on our methodology.

Care Types in This Table AL (Assisted Living): Housing with help for daily activities like bathing, dressing, and medication, without 24-hour skilled nursing. NH (Nursing Home): 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. SNF (Skilled Nursing Facility): Round-the-clock nursing care, often for recovery after surgery, injury, or illness. MC (Memory Care): Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. RC (Respite Care): Short-term temporary care that gives family caregivers a break. IL (Independent Living): Community living with dining, activities, and transportation for active seniors who need little personal care. CCRC (Continuing Care Retirement Community): A campus with multiple care levels so residents can age in place without moving.
City and state of the facility. Used for mapping and state-average comparisons.
Licensed bed capacity (maximum allowed). Not the same as how many beds are currently filled.
Indicates whether residents are allowed to have pets in the facility.
Third-party neighborhood walkability score (0–100). Convenience/context metric, not a healthcare quality measure.
The ALM Inspection Grade — our own 0–100 score of a facility's regulatory inspection record, shown as a letter and compared with other facilities of the same kind in the same state. It is not a government rating. A dash means we do not publish a grade for that facility: either its public record is too thin to be fair, or we hold nothing for it at all.
Count of regulatory inspections in the reporting window. Higher volume can reflect more oversight visits, complaint-driven surveys, or routine licensure cycles.
Visits or investigations linked to complaints, as counted in the state record (may differ from routine annual surveys).
Count of California state "Type A" citations — the state's most serious citation category (immediate or serious harm to residents), from California state inspection data.
Number of years the company has been in operation.
Reported or derived occupancy for the facility—typically how fully licensed capacity is utilized. Compare across peers in the same market.
Better Business Bureau grade for the operating company. Reflects complaint handling and business practices, not clinical care quality.
Name of the licensed owner, operator, or managing entity as filed with the state. Useful for grouping facilities under the same organization.
Housing or bed configuration options (e.g. studio, shared), often from facility-reported amenities and licensing details.
Regents Point
AL
IL
MC
NH
SNF
Irvine (University Town Center)
399
Facility 399
CA AVG 103
Rank #30 / 1,492
Yes
71
Facility 71
CA AVG 57
Rank #637 / 1,887
-19
7
Facility 7
CA AVG 13
Rank #716 / 1,387
1
Facility 1
CA AVG 3
Rank #478 / 1,433
44
Facility 44
CA AVG 13
Rank #19 / 1,452
82.0%
Facility 82.0%
CA AVG 74.6%
Rank #517 / 1,313
A+Humangood & Humangood SocalStudio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Freedom Village Retirement Community
AL
CCRC
IL
NH
RC
SNF
Lake Forest
533
Facility 533
CA AVG 103
Rank #15 / 1,492
Yes
61
Facility 61
CA AVG 57
Rank #903 / 1,887
A-90 / 100 — 7 points above the California average for state-licensed facilities (83/100)15
2
Facility 2
CA AVG 13
Rank #325 / 1,387
1
Facility 1
CA AVG 3
Rank #478 / 1,433
39
Facility 39
CA AVG 13
Rank #30 / 1,452
71.5%
Facility 71.5%
CA AVG 74.6%
Rank #763 / 1,313
-Murphy, N., Sheam, G., Kubicka, C., Kubicka, L., Fpw, LLC1 Bed / 2 Bed
Atria Golden Creek
AL
IL
MC
Irvine (Woodbridge)
155
Facility 155
CA AVG 103
Rank #293 / 1,492
Yes
70
Facility 70
CA AVG 57
Rank #669 / 1,887
A95 / 100 — 12 points above the California average for state-licensed facilities (83/100)18
11
Facility 11
CA AVG 13
Rank #885 / 1,387
2
Facility 2
CA AVG 3
Rank #724 / 1,433
28
Facility 28
CA AVG 13
Rank #133 / 1,452
73.5%
Facility 73.5%
CA AVG 74.6%
Rank #713 / 1,313
-Wg Golden Creek Sh LP And Atria Management Co LLCStudio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Brookdale Irvine
AL
Irvine (University Town Center)
155
Facility 155
CA AVG 103
Rank #293 / 1,492
Yes
82
Facility 82
CA AVG 57
Rank #325 / 1,887
C+77 / 100 — 6 points below the California average for state-licensed facilities (83/100)49
34
Facility 34
CA AVG 13
Rank #1,281 / 1,387
8
Facility 8
CA AVG 3
Rank #1,244 / 1,433
21
Facility 21
CA AVG 13
Rank #325 / 1,452
93.5%
Facility 93.5%
CA AVG 74.6%
Rank #209 / 1,313
-Blc Inn At The Park LLC1 Bed / 2 Bed
Woodbridge Terrace of Irvine
AL
IL
MC
Irvine (Woodbridge)
180
Facility 180
CA AVG 103
Rank #195 / 1,492
No
74
Facility 74
CA AVG 57
Rank #541 / 1,887
A93 / 100 — 10 points above the California average for state-licensed facilities (83/100)26
12
Facility 12
CA AVG 13
Rank #919 / 1,387
1
Facility 1
CA AVG 3
Rank #478 / 1,433
5
Facility 5
CA AVG 13
Rank #972 / 1,452
78.9%
Facility 78.9%
CA AVG 74.6%
Rank #581 / 1,313
-Hsre-Kisco I Trs, LLC And Ksl Woodbridge Mgr LLC-

Rank badges are statewide: each community is ranked against every CA community we track that reports that metric, not just the 5 analyzed for Irvine. See how we rank facilities

Overview of Regents Point

Beautifully nestled near William R Mason Regional Park in Irvine, CA, Regents Point is an exceptional life plan community that offers independent living, assisted living, memory care, and skilled nursing. Residents can keep their peace of mind with a compassionate and highly trained team attending to their needs around the clock. The community also helps with housekeeping and chores, so residents can focus on the things they truly enjoy.

Exciting events and enriching programs are conducted, encouraging residents to live actively and make new friends. Delightful and healthy meals are served to satisfy residents’ dietary needs and preferences. With its comprehensive care and extensive amenities, residents experience a better quality of life in their golden years.

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Overview of Freedom Village Retirement Community

Experience a better quality of life at Freedom Village Retirement Community, a dedicated life plan community in Lake Forest, CA, offering independent living, assisted living, and skilled nursing. A kind and highly trained team provides top-notch care tailored to residents’ unique needs around the clock to ensure their comfort and safety. Beautifully furnished and spacious one- and two-bedroom floor plans are provided in a nurturing and welcoming environment, ensuring residents can feel a sense of belonging during their stay.

Here, residents will not feel lonely with a thoughtfully curated calendar of engaging events and enriching programs that highlight their interests and capabilities. Mealtimes foster comfort and satisfy dietary needs with delightful and healthy dining options. The community’s wide range of care and state-of-the-art amenities create the perfect setting for a blissful retirement.

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Overview of Atria Golden Creek

Experience a convenient senior living experience in the welcoming senior living community of Atria Golden Creek, nestled along the serene banks of San Diego Creek in Irvine, CA. The community offers vibrant senior living options, including Independent Living, Assisted Living, and Memory Care. Atria’s collaboration with EmpowerMe provides residents with access to physical, occupational, and speech therapies, ensuring that they have the ability to do the things they love.

Atria Golden Creek’s mission is to provide residents with a fulfilling lifestyle through all-inclusive amenities and engaging daily activities. From a restaurant offering table service to a cozy lounge, movie theater, fitness center, and more, residents enjoy a variety of options to inspire a meaningful life. The community boasts relaxing outdoor spaces, including an expansive deck overlooking the creek, a dining courtyard, and walking paths. LEED Certified by the U.S. Green Building Council, Atria Golden Creek combines luxury with eco-friendly design and practices, ensuring a comfortable and sustainable environment for its residents.

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Overview of Brookdale Irvine

Brookdale Irvine is an extraordinary senior living community settling in Irvine, CA, offering assisted living. The community guarantees a comfortable and safe residence with various floor plans, including studios and one-bedroom and two-bedroom apartments. Residents enjoy their independence with trusted care and assistance from the dedicated and professional team of Brookdale Irvine, available 24/7.

The community promotes a maintenance-free lifestyle and provides its residents with enriching activities and amenities for their entertainment and leisure. Brookdale Irvine collaborates with its residents to create a personalized care plan to guarantee that residents only receive and pay for services relevant to their needs. Seniors are also served with three nutritious and delicious meals daily. Amenities include an arts and crafts studio, a putting green, a theater, a fitness center, a restaurant, a greenhouse, and a beautiful courtyard for community BBQs or outside activities and entertainment.

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Overview of Woodbridge Terrace of Irvine

Having developed and managed the community for over 30 years, Woodbridge Terrace of Irvine is a senior living community in Irvine, California. They offer Assisted Living and Memory Care options where residents can build a legacy, share passions, and live in balance. The attentive and dedicated caregivers understand that every resident has different needs, abilities, and interests and tailor their care to those unique traits. The community provides a full calendar of activities for educational, social, and spiritual growth. Woodbridge Terrace has a bright and inviting Southern California feel, with Mission-style architecture, beautiful courtyards, lush landscaping, and walking paths welcoming you home.

The community is located within the Woodbridge development of Irvine, embodying the simple, relaxing lifestyle with time for friends, activities, and hobbies. With lush lawns, mature trees, and manicured pathways surrounding the community, residents enjoy the beautiful Southern California weather all year. In the Main Dining Room, they serve breakfast, lunch, and dinner from daily menus. In their popular bistro, they offer quick options. The community offers spacious studios, suites, and one-bedroom apartments with kitchenettes, large bathrooms, and plenty of closet space with friendly associates available 24 hours a day. Enjoy a vibrant and energetic lifestyle.

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Weighting overview

  • 35%
    Resident Experience
  • 25%
    Regulatory
  • 15%
    Visual Media
  • 10%
    Website
  • 10%
    Stability
  • 5%
    Environment
01

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
02

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
03

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
04

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
05

Community Stability 10%

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

  • Includes
  • Occupancy Rate
  • Bed Options
06

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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Frequently Asked Questions about Assisted Living in Irvine, CA

What is the average cost of assisted living in Irvine, CA?

The average monthly cost of assisted living in Irvine, CA is approximately $6,500. Actual rates vary by community, level of care, and floorplan.

What is the price range for assisted living in Irvine, CA?

Assisted living in Irvine, CA typically ranges from $5,500–$8,500 per month, depending on the community, room type, and care needs.

What is the typical staff-to-resident ratio at assisted living facilities in Irvine, CA?

Assisted living facilities in Irvine, CA typically operate with a staff-to-resident ratio in the range of 1:6 to 1:12.

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

Assisted living in California 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 California?

Assisted living in California 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 California Medicaid cover assisted living?

California Medicaid does not directly pay room-and-board for assisted living, but most states (including California) 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.