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Avg Monthly Cost: $9,280The average monthly cost across facilities in San Jose, 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: 62/ 100The average Walk Score across facilities in San Jose, 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: 117The average licensed bed capacity across facilities in San Jose, 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. 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. 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.
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.
Sonnet Hill Senior Living
AL
MC
San Jose (Fruitdale)
80
Facility 80
CA AVG 103
Rank #804 / 1,492
Yes
85
Facility 85
CA AVG 57
Rank #262 / 1,887
39
22
Facility 22
CA AVG 13
Rank #1,157 / 1,387
11
Facility 11
CA AVG 3
Rank #1,309 / 1,433
5
Facility 5
CA AVG 13
Rank #972 / 1,452
61.3%
Facility 61.3%
CA AVG 74.6%
Rank #1,036 / 1,313
Stella Snr Housing Holdings LLC And Ally Snr Lvg, LLCStudio / 1 Bed / Neighbor Suite
MorningStar Memory Care at San Tomas
AL
IL
MC
San Jose (West Valley)
82
Facility 82
CA AVG 103
Rank #791 / 1,492
Yes
59
Facility 59
CA AVG 57
Rank #974 / 1,887
30
17
Facility 17
CA AVG 13
Rank #1,056 / 1,387
7
Facility 7
CA AVG 3
Rank #1,203 / 1,433
3
Facility 3
CA AVG 13
Rank #1,186 / 1,452
47.6%
Facility 47.6%
CA AVG 74.6%
Rank #1,222 / 1,313
West Valley Mc, LLC And Oakmont Management Group LLCStudio / Shared Studio
Oakmont of San Jose
AL
MC
San Jose (Willow Glen)
92
Facility 92
CA AVG 103
Rank #736 / 1,492
Yes
51
Facility 51
CA AVG 57
Rank #1,195 / 1,887
44
31
Facility 31
CA AVG 13
Rank #1,262 / 1,387
16
Facility 16
CA AVG 3
Rank #1,377 / 1,433
4
Facility 4
CA AVG 13
Rank #1,081 / 1,452
73.9%
Facility 73.9%
CA AVG 74.6%
Rank #707 / 1,313
Oakmont Sr. Lvng Of San Jose Opco, LLC And Oakmont MgmStudio / Suite / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Bonnevie Residence And Care
AL
RESC
San Jose (Bonita Park)
6
Facility 6
CA AVG 103
Rank #1,166 / 1,492
No
80
Facility 80
CA AVG 57
Rank #383 / 1,887
15
3
Facility 3
CA AVG 13
Rank #442 / 1,387
15
Facility 15
CA AVG 3
Rank #1,367 / 1,433
12
Facility 12
CA AVG 13
Rank #566 / 1,452
66.7%
Facility 66.7%
CA AVG 74.6%
Rank #867 / 1,313
Bonnevie LLC-
The Rose Garden Elderly Care
AL
HOS
MC
RC
San Jose (Berryessa)
6
Facility 6
CA AVG 103
Rank #1,166 / 1,492
No
28
Facility 28
CA AVG 57
Rank #1,586 / 1,887
16
6
Facility 6
CA AVG 13
Rank #651 / 1,387
13
Facility 13
CA AVG 3
Rank #1,340 / 1,433
4
Facility 4
CA AVG 13
Rank #1,081 / 1,452
66.7%
Facility 66.7%
CA AVG 74.6%
Rank #867 / 1,313
Rose Garden Elderly Care LLC, ThePrivate Rooms / Semi-Private Rooms
Novelle
AL
IL
MC
San Jose
-Yes---
0
Facility 0
CA AVG 3
Rank #1 / 1,433
---Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Westmont of San Jose
AL
IL
MC
Milpitas (Berryessa)
-Yes
70
Facility 70
CA AVG 57
Rank #669 / 1,887
------Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed / Suite

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Overview of Sonnet Hill Senior Living

Operated by Stella Snr Housing Holdings and Ally Snr Lvg, Sonnet Hill Senior Living is a five-year-old assisted living community on Meridian Avenue in San Jose. The community under Jasmine Latu’s administration offers assisted living and memory care services in a three-story building catering to 80 occupants across studio, one-bedroom, and Neighbor Suite floor plans. With a 61 percent occupancy rate, the facility maintains an open, accessible ambiance while serving those needing daily support with living activities.

The location scores 85 on the walkability scale, putting the home in a highly walkable neighborhood where most errands can be done on foot. This setting suits visiting family members and residents who value access to local amenities without relying entirely on transportation. Sonnet Hill Senior Living offers assisted living and memory care programming, so it can serve residents whose needs span from help with medication management and personal care to specialized memory support. Speaking to a focused operation in San Jose’s market is the home’s five-year track record.

State inspections have underscored medication management and recordkeeping practices. Sonnet Hill Senior Living has engaged with regulators around the accuracy of medication documentation and personnel training in medication administration.

With an 80-bed capacity, the home presents a mid-sized option in the assisted living and memory care space. Its relatively recent opening and established place in San Jose’s landscape make it a newer entrant with a specific care focus. Families considering this facility must discuss medication protocols and staff training approaches during a tour.

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Overview of MorningStar Memory Care at San Tomas

A distinguished senior living community situated on Williams Road, San Jose, CA, MorningStar Memory Care at San Tomas specializes in memory care. With a peaceful environment, the community offers spacious and well-designed private and companion suites to optimize comfort and safety. With its exclusive memory care approach, Lavender Sky, the community ensures the highest quality of care and support for their unique needs. Cherish every moment and thrive with dignity supported by a kind and dedicated team.

The community aims to provide seniors with carefully curated activities for seniors’ cognition and enjoyment. Ease your worries and live a wonderful retirement surrounded by welcoming people. Satisfying seniors’ dietary needs and tastes, the community serves healthy and delicious meals. MorningStar Memory Care at San Tomas is a safe place for seniors living with dementia to maximize their independence and live a wonderful retirement.

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Oakmont of San Jose

917 Thornton Way, San Jose, CA 95128
Overview of Oakmont of San Jose

Oakmont of San Jose provides assisted living and memory care in San Jose, CA. Assisted living provides help with daily tasks while allowing a resident to live in a private apartment, while memory care offers a secured setting with supervision for someone at risk of wandering. Having both care levels may suit a resident whose needs grow over time, since care can continue within the community. The community is in the Willow Glen neighborhood.

Housing options include studios, suites, one-bedroom residences, and two-bedroom residences; a studio provides one private living space, while a two-bedroom can suit a couple moving together or someone who wants a companion. Pets are allowed, so a resident may bring a pet. Caregiver Support is available for families involved in a resident’s care, and the administrator is Kippie Castronovo. A Walk Score of 51 means the area is somewhat walkable, with some errands possible on foot, so a resident who no longer drives may be able to handle some nearby tasks independently.

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Overview of Bonnevie Residence and Care

Bonnevie Residence Care is a community dedicated to making each resident happy and comfortable in the cozy home. Bonnevie boasts a serene environment that gives off a home-like atmosphere. They boast a lifelong learning program that is committed to providing all-inclusive programs that satisfy the education, arts, and cultural activities of the community.

Bonnevie Residence and Care is essentially an assisted living community, but specifically known as a residential care home where its service is designed to enhance the quality of life for residents of each home. Bonnevie Residence and Care is a community that aims to enrich the lives of their residents; with comfort and security, allowing for a unique sense of individuality to be shared among their peers and residents. 

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Overview of The Rose Garden Elderly Care

The Rose Garden is an extraordinary senior living community settling at Knights Bridge Road, San Jose, CA, offering a variety of living options. These include dementia or memory care, hospice care, respite care, behavioral needs, and other high-care needs. Offering private and semi-private rooms, the community ensures the comfort and safety of its residents. Enjoy your independence with trusted care and assistance from the dedicated and professional team of the Rose Garden.

The community promotes a maintenance-free lifestyle and provides its residents with enriching activities and amenities for their entertainment and leisure. Moreover, the Rose Garden provides round-the-clock supervision and ensures that the needs of its residents are met with a 1:3 caregiver-to-resident ratio. Seniors are also served with three nutritious and delicious meals daily. The Rose Garden provides a large sunroom for families, fall prevention alarms, and newly renovated amenities. 

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Novelle

3355 Almaden Expy, San Jose, CA 95118
Overview of Novelle

Located in San Jose, CA, Novelle by Merrill Gardens is a retirement community that offers independent living, assisted living, and memory care. With a variety of suites to two-bedroom apartments, the community ensures older adults have options that match their preferences. 24-hour staffing, restaurant-style dining, housekeeping, and transportation services are among the exceptional services offered to improve residents’ well-being. The community also offers month-to-month rentals for residents’ convenience.

Engaging events and philanthropic opportunities are conducted for residents’ leisure and wellness. This pet-friendly community is also equipped with an outdoor courtyard, a Mosaic restaurant, and an adjoining activities space. Located along the road in the lively neighborhood of San Jose, near restaurants and shops, the community guarantees accessibility and convenience. With multiple levels of care and upscale amenities, this retirement community is a good option for senior living in California.

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Overview of Westmont of San Jose

Boasting world-class service and hospitality, Westmont of San Jose is a premier senior living community in Milpitas, CA, offering three different care levels – independent living, assisted living, and memory care. One of the pride and joy of the community is their Live You Way™ and Adult 55+ that essentially provides unique care and service for residents. Residents here lead a maintenance-free and active lifestyle with no chores to worry about while enjoying personalized care and assistance from a hardworking care team.

Designed to foster lifelong learning, community involvement, and personal satisfaction, the community offers an extensive list of enrichment programs and a wide array of convenient amenities. These include a fitness center, indoor heated pool, private storage accommodation, and secured underground parking, among others. With access to concierge services, 24/7 team availability with on-site nurses, and post-surgery rehabilitation, residents are guaranteed to successfully age in place with all the support they need.

Contact Westmont of San Jose

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 Jose, CA

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

The average monthly cost of assisted living in San Jose, CA is approximately $7,000. Actual rates vary by community, level of care, and floorplan.

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

Assisted living in San Jose, CA typically ranges from $6,000–$9,000 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 Jose, CA?

Assisted living facilities in San Jose, 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.