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Avg Monthly Cost: $7,468The average monthly cost across facilities in San Diego, CA. 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: 54/ 100The average Walk Score across facilities in San Diego, 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: 156The average licensed bed capacity across facilities in San Diego, 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 to lowest based on our ranking 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. RESC (Residential Care): Personal care and daily-living support in a smaller, more intimate residential setting. IL (Independent Living): Community living with dining, activities, and transportation for active seniors who need little personal care. HC (Home Care): Professional care delivered in the person's own home, from companionship to skilled nursing. HOS (Hospice Care): Comfort-focused care for those with a terminal illness, prioritizing quality of life over treatment.
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.
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.
The Remington Club Health Center
AL
IL
San Diego (Rancho Bernardo)
140
Facility 140
CA AVG 103
Rank #417 / 1,645
Yes
66
Facility 66
CA AVG 58
Rank #854 / 2,057
25
9
Facility 9
CA AVG 13
Rank #809 / 1,387
0
Facility 0
CA AVG 3
Rank #1 / 1,433
29
Facility 29
CA AVG 13
Rank #143 / 1,507
46.4%
Facility 46.4%
CA AVG 75.9%
Rank #1,368 / 1,452
-Snh Cal Tenant LLC And Wellquest Ca 2 LLCStudio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Torrey Pines Assisted and Senior Living
AL
IL
MC
NH
SNF
San Diego (Carmel Valley)
125
Facility 125
CA AVG 103
Rank #524 / 1,645
Yes
81
Facility 81
CA AVG 58
Rank #383 / 2,057
6
3
Facility 3
CA AVG 13
Rank #442 / 1,387
0
Facility 0
CA AVG 3
Rank #1 / 1,433
2
Facility 2
CA AVG 13
Rank #1,322 / 1,507
84.8%
Facility 84.8%
CA AVG 75.9%
Rank #466 / 1,452
-Hartfield Care LLC-
Merrill Gardens at Bankers Hill
AL
IL
San Diego (Bankers Hill)
100
Facility 100
CA AVG 103
Rank #697 / 1,645
Yes
89
Facility 89
CA AVG 58
Rank #195 / 2,057
14
6
Facility 6
CA AVG 13
Rank #651 / 1,387
1
Facility 1
CA AVG 3
Rank #478 / 1,433
4
Facility 4
CA AVG 13
Rank #1,129 / 1,507
83.0%
Facility 83.0%
CA AVG 75.9%
Rank #608 / 1,452
-Mg At Bankers Hill, LP And Shi-IV Merrill Gp, LLCStudio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
HarborView Senior Assisted Living
AL
HOS
MC
RC
San Diego (Bankers Hill)
30
Facility 30
CA AVG 103
Rank #1,256 / 1,645
No
89
Facility 89
CA AVG 58
Rank #195 / 2,057
20
9
Facility 9
CA AVG 13
Rank #809 / 1,387
1
Facility 1
CA AVG 3
Rank #478 / 1,433
9
Facility 9
CA AVG 13
Rank #741 / 1,507
83.3%
Facility 83.3%
CA AVG 75.9%
Rank #504 / 1,452
-Hvsal, LLCPrivate Rooms
ActivCare 4S Ranch
AL
MC
San Diego
60
Facility 60
CA AVG 103
Rank #1,064 / 1,645
No
76
Facility 76
CA AVG 58
Rank #529 / 2,057
11
1
Facility 1
CA AVG 13
Rank #210 / 1,387
0
Facility 0
CA AVG 3
Rank #1 / 1,433
10
Facility 10
CA AVG 13
Rank #706 / 1,507
78.3%
Facility 78.3%
CA AVG 75.9%
Rank #713 / 1,452
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Dignity Home Care LLC
AL
San Diego (Mira Mesa)
6
Facility 6
CA AVG 103
Rank #1,318 / 1,645
No
62
Facility 62
CA AVG 58
Rank #980 / 2,057
4
0
Facility 0
CA AVG 13
Rank #1 / 1,387
0
Facility 0
CA AVG 3
Rank #1 / 1,433
1
Facility 1
CA AVG 13
Rank #1,416 / 1,507
83.3%
Facility 83.3%
CA AVG 75.9%
Rank #504 / 1,452
-Dignity Homecare LLCPrivate / Semi-Private Rooms
Gold Canyon Care Home
AL
HC
RESC
San Diego (Linda Vista)
6
Facility 6
CA AVG 103
Rank #1,318 / 1,645
No
50
Facility 50
CA AVG 58
Rank #1,345 / 2,057
5
1
Facility 1
CA AVG 13
Rank #210 / 1,387
0
Facility 0
CA AVG 3
Rank #1 / 1,433
13
Facility 13
CA AVG 13
Rank #565 / 1,507
66.7%
Facility 66.7%
CA AVG 75.9%
Rank #998 / 1,452
-Armin StolzPrivate / Semi-Private Rooms
Atria Collwood
AL
RC
San Diego (Talmadge)
185
Facility 185
CA AVG 103
Rank #195 / 1,645
Yes
79
Facility 79
CA AVG 58
Rank #450 / 2,057
86
59
Facility 59
CA AVG 13
Rank #1,359 / 1,387
5
Facility 5
CA AVG 3
Rank #1,094 / 1,433
50
Facility 50
CA AVG 13
Rank #22 / 1,507
45.9%
Facility 45.9%
CA AVG 75.9%
Rank #1,373 / 1,452
A+Wg Collwood Knolls Sh LP And Atria Management Co LLCStudio / 1 Bed
St. Paul‘s Villa
AL
MC
RC
San Diego (Bankers Hill)
200
Facility 200
CA AVG 103
Rank #151 / 1,645
Yes
91
Facility 91
CA AVG 58
Rank #155 / 2,057
16
7
Facility 7
CA AVG 13
Rank #716 / 1,387
1
Facility 1
CA AVG 3
Rank #478 / 1,433
-
56.0%
Facility 56.0%
CA AVG 75.9%
Rank #1,244 / 1,452
A+St. Paul's Episcopal Home, IncStudio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Westmont of Carmel Valley
AL
IL
MC
San Diego (Carmel Valley)
138
Facility 138
CA AVG 103
Rank #444 / 1,645
Yes
17
Facility 17
CA AVG 58
Rank #1,885 / 2,057
12
6
Facility 6
CA AVG 13
Rank #651 / 1,387
1
Facility 1
CA AVG 3
Rank #478 / 1,433
2
Facility 2
CA AVG 13
Rank #1,322 / 1,507
97.1%
Facility 97.1%
CA AVG 75.9%
Rank #173 / 1,452
-Westmont Lving Inc. Wm Carmel Valley Mgr Gp LLC CaStudio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed

Rank badges are statewide: each community is ranked against every CA community we track that reports that metric, not just the 40 analyzed for San Diego.

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Overview of The Remington Club Health Center

The Remington Club Health Center is located on Hierba Drive in the Rancho Bernardo neighborhood of northeastern San Diego, close to local parks, shopping, and Lake Hodges. Jointly operated by Snh Cal Tenant LLC and Wellquest Ca 2 LLC with Ryan Golze as administrator, the two-story building offers independent living, assisted living, and outpatient therapy.

The facility has 140 beds with studio, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom floor plans available. The surrounding area holds a walk score of 66, so some errands can be done on foot while other trips require a short drive.

Residents have access to an outdoor pool, a fitness center, a library, a movie theater, an on-site salon and barbershop, a cocktail lounge, and a private dining room. Daily services include room cleaning, local transit, and scheduled exercise and recreational programs. Pets are welcome on campus.

Interested individuals and family members can contact the Hierba Drive front desk to ask about open floor plans, review pricing, or schedule a visit.

Contact The Remington Club Health Center

Overview of Torrey Pines Assisted and Senior Living

Pate Rehabilitation Center operates a specialized neurological recovery campus located on Villa Creek Drive in Dallas, Texas. The facility has provided stroke and brain injury rehabilitation services across the North Texas region for more than 30 years and holds formal accreditation from the Commission on Accreditation of Rehabilitation Facilities (CARF).

The program is structured around three distinct pathways depending on a patient’s stage of recovery: inpatient neurorehabilitation, outpatient neurorehabilitation, and a supportive living community option. Physical, occupational, and speech therapy services focus on functional independence.

To support brain injury treatment, the center utilizes mechanical tools like ReoGo and Armeo Spring robotics to help patients target and regain movement. The surrounding location holds a walk score of 38, meaning the immediate neighborhood layout is car-dependent, though a small number of local services are accessible on foot.

Families looking to determine which treatment track fits their specific recovery goals can reach the Villa Creek Drive admissions team to evaluate program details.

Contact Torrey Pines Assisted and Senior Living

Overview of Merrill Gardens at Bankers Hill

Welcoming seniors and guests warmly is the outstanding senior living community of Merrill Gardens at Bankers Hill located in the bustling neighborhood of Second Avenue, San Diego, CA, that provides assisted living, independent living, and memory care. With cozy and sophisticated studios, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom apartments, seniors gain a wide selection of comfortable accommodations to choose from as they transition into the community. A competent and highly qualified team delivers top-notch care and support for seniors to lead meaningful lives.

Have a fun time learning new skills and reliving past interests with enjoyable activities and exciting events. With its convenient location near local amenities and attractions, Merrill Gardens at Bankers Hill ensures seniors’ needs and aspirations are within a few steps away. Eat well and feel good with delicious and healthy meals catering to dietary needs and preferences. Merrill Gardens at Bankers Hill is a friendly abode where seniors can spend their best years without worries and create lasting moments by living as they prefer.

Contact Merrill Gardens at Bankers Hill

Overview of HarborView Senior Assisted Living

Harborview Community is a premier facility for seniors seeking a vibrant haven. Here, residents are encouraged to form close bonds with one another. With beautiful gardens and cozy reading nooks, it’s a home away from home for the residents. The dedicated team of this community serves the residents with compassion, ensuring each member of the community feels supported.

With personalized care tailored to individual needs, residents thrive in an environment that encourages independence and freedom. Here, with the scenic views of the sea, Harborview Community welcomes seniors as their residents to their amazing community.

 

Contact HarborView Senior Assisted Living

ActivCare 4S Ranch

10603 Rancho Bernardo Rd, San Diego, CA 92127
Overview of ActivCare 4s Ranch

ActivCare 4s Ranch shines as a sanctuary of exceptional memory care in San Diego. This distinguished residential facility offers an array of specialized services, catering to varying levels of memory impairment while prioritizing top-notch medical care. The dedicated team members, armed with extensive training in memory care, utilize personalized approaches to engage residents in meaningful moments. 
Specially trained caregivers stand as guardians of comfort, providing unwavering support and companionship to those entrusted in their care. The tranquil courtyard, meticulously manicured and secure, offers a haven where nature’s embrace merges with the soothing melody of resident footsteps. Akin to a breath of fresh air, the atmosphere at ActivCare 4s Ranch exudes warmth and serenity. Bathed in natural light, the spaces are designed to inspire connection and renewal. Every detail has been thoughtfully curated, from the open layouts that invite the conversation to the uplifting ambiance that permeates each corner. 

Contact ActivCare 4S Ranch

Overview of Dignity Home Care

Conveniently located in San Diego, CA, Dignity Home Care I is a compassionate home care provider that delivers various care services to residents’ doorsteps. Dedicated to helping residents remain in the comfort of their residences, this provider provides daily living assistance at affordable rates. From companionship to personal care, Dignity Home Care ensures residents receive all the comforts they need to flourish.

Their excellent team of caregivers is thoroughly trained and screened to ensure they have the skills and attitude to offer exceptional care. Through their respite care options, this home care provider helps family caregivers get their much-deserved break. With Dignity Home Care I, residents and their families enjoy the comfort of knowing they are cared for by a capable team.

Contact Dignity Home Care LLC

Gold Canyon Care Home

6461 Quillan St, San Diego, CA 92111
Overview of Gold Canyon Care Home

Experience the best of your golden years at Gold Canyon Care Home, a distinct community in San Diego, CA, offering assisted living. Dedicated to residents’ well-being, a kind and highly trained team provides exceptional care tailored to their unique needs 24/7. Residents also enjoy a maintenance-free lifestyle with the community handling the housekeeping and other chores.

With a thoughtfully curated calendar of fun recreational activities and engaging programs, residents will not run out of things to do for leisure and wellness. Mealtimes foster comfort and satisfy dietary needs with delicious and well-balanced dining options. The community also provides medication management and transportation services to ensure residents’ comfort and safety. Residents are guaranteed the finest retirement experience amidst the community’s nurturing and welcoming environment.

Contact Gold Canyon Care Home

Overview of Atria Collwood

Atria Collwood is an excellent option for seniors seeking an independent lifestyle but need help with daily tasks. Here, every resident is treated with dignity and as their own person, while given a sense of belonging. With a dedicated team of compassionate caregivers by their side, each daily tasks is taken care of for the residents.

At Atria Collwood, there are enriching activities for different differences, to chef-prepared meals that delight the senses, care and thoughtfulness are provided to all the residents. With personalized support tailored to individual needs, residents are able to fully enjoy their senior years.

Contact Atria Collwood

Overview of St. Paul‘s Villa

Nestled in the heart of Bankers Hill, St. Paul’s Villa provides a home-like atmosphere through our individualized approach to care and living. They have been providing care to San Diego seniors since the year it was founded as a non-profit in 1960. With 24/7 licensed nursing staff, they provide a higher level of care than many communities. Their staff truly loves caring for our seniors and it shows.

Residents of independent living and assisted living both are given their own private rooms for them to feel safe and secure. Community features such as amenities and services are given seamless access to all residents: transportation, all-day dining, and housekeeping. Assisted living residents, though, gain extra service when it comes to assistance with bathing, grooming, medication management, and more. Memory care residents get to receive specialized life enrichment programs and family engagement activities. As for independent living residents who are encouraged to live an active lifestyle are highly encouraged to take advantage of the community’s own fitness studio, sparkling salt-water pool, and full-service pub– to maintain an active lifestyle.

Contact St. Paul‘s Villa

Overview of Westmont of Carmel Valley

Designed to encourage a vibrant living experience, Westmont of Carmel Valley is a distinct senior living community in San Diego, CA, offering independent living, assisted living, and memory care. The community provides its residents with a luxurious setting with stunning accommodations and top-notch amenities designed to make residents feel like they are on vacation. Friendly and competent care experts are always on standby to offer compassionate care and assistance with daily living activities or specialized memory care should residents need it.

Helping its residents live a vibrant and meaningful life, the community organizes a wide array of activities and events with something for everyone to enjoy. A diverse selection of delicious meals are carefully prepared and served daily to make sure residents always eat healthy and right on time. Amenities like an outdoor pool, fitness center, bistro, theater, community garden, and walking trails are also offered to further enhance residents’ comfort and convenience.

Contact Westmont of Carmel Valley

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 San Diego, CA

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

The average monthly cost of assisted living in San Diego, CA is approximately $6,000. Actual rates vary by community, level of care, and floorplan.

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

Assisted living in San Diego, CA typically ranges from $5,000–$8,000 per month, depending on the community, room type, and care needs.

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

Assisted living facilities in San Diego, 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.