Best Assisted Living in Tampa, FL

Why trust this guide? Our editorial team analyzed 42 assisted living communities in Tampa, FL using FL Agency for Health Care Administration (AHCA) data, inspection records, complaints, amenities, and facility-level details. How we rank assisted living in FL
Reviewed by
Last updated
We analyzed These are the facilities in Tampa, FL our team has analyzed — not a count of every assisted living provider in Tampa, FL.
42 homes
Other senior care options in Tampa:

Video Tour: Top-rated Assisted Living facilities in Tampa, Florida.

Watch this Video to see Tampa's Top-rated Senior Communities

Compare Assisted Living around Tampa

Info below is compiled from the FL Agency for Health Care Administration (AHCA), 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. HC (Home Care): Professional care delivered in the person's own home, from companionship to skilled nursing. ADC (Adult Day Care): Daytime supervision, health monitoring, and social activities for seniors who live at home.
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.
Name of the licensed owner, operator, or managing entity as filed with the state. Useful for grouping facilities under the same organization.
Count of regulatory inspections in the reporting window. Higher volume can reflect more oversight visits, complaint-driven surveys, or routine licensure cycles.
Share of inspections that resulted in citations, expressed as a percentage of total inspections in the window.
Total count of citations (cited regulatory issues) recorded in the selected reporting period. Read alongside inspection counts for context.
The average number of citations this facility receives each time it's inspected, calculated as total citations ÷ total inspections. A lower number suggests more consistent compliance with safety and care standards.
Reported profit orientation for the operator or facility (e.g. for-profit vs nonprofit), as provided in state licensing or disclosure data.
Total monetary fines or penalties in the reporting window from the state source. A single large fine can dominate this figure.
A named contact for the facility. Hover the name to see their role — Administrator (state administrator of record or facility-provided administrator), Nursing Director, Medical Director, or Staff. The most authoritative available is shown.
Housing or bed configuration options (e.g. studio, shared), often from facility-reported amenities and licensing details.
Better Business Bureau grade for the operating company. Reflects complaint handling and business practices, not clinical care quality.
Canterbury Tower
AL
IL
NH
RC
SNF
Tampa (South Tampa)
17
Facility 17
FL AVG 85
Rank #710 / 890
Yes
56
Facility 56
FL AVG 40
Rank #269 / 1,002
Canterbury Towers, Inc5
20%
Facility 20%
FL AVG 32.4%
Rank #169 / 853
5
Facility 5
FL AVG 33
Rank #142 / 853
1.0
Facility 1.0
FL AVG 1.0
Rank #533 / 853
Not-For-Profit$0Joyce Mitchell-A+
Concordia Village of Tampa
AL
IL
MC
NH
Tampa
175
Facility 175
FL AVG 85
Rank #58 / 890
No
23
Facility 23
FL AVG 40
Rank #704 / 1,002
Fletcher Fl Al, LLC46
24%
Facility 24%
FL AVG 32.4%
Rank #240 / 853
38
Facility 38
FL AVG 33
Rank #675 / 853
0.8
Facility 0.8
FL AVG 1.0
Rank #398 / 853
Not-For-Profit$8,000Tracy Lynn JohnsonStudio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed-
Promise Pointe Senior Living
AL
MC
Tampa
130
Facility 130
FL AVG 85
Rank #172 / 890
Yes
23
Facility 23
FL AVG 40
Rank #704 / 1,002
Concordis Alf Tampa LLC35
23%
Facility 23%
FL AVG 32.4%
Rank #229 / 853
13
Facility 13
FL AVG 33
Rank #320 / 853
0.4
Facility 0.4
FL AVG 1.0
Rank #164 / 853
For-Profit$0Alyssa IngleStudio / 1 Bed / 2 BedA+
Discovery Village At Tampa Palms
AL
IL
MC
Tampa (New Tampa)
120
Facility 120
FL AVG 85
Rank #214 / 890
No
9
Facility 9
FL AVG 40
Rank #889 / 1,002
Britton (Tampa Palms)Trs LLC31
29%
Facility 29%
FL AVG 32.4%
Rank #353 / 853
14
Facility 14
FL AVG 33
Rank #343 / 853
0.5
Facility 0.5
FL AVG 1.0
Rank #210 / 853
For-Profit$0Angeline HernandezSuite / 1 Bed / 2 BedA+
Brookdale Bayshore
AL
IL
Tampa
190
Facility 190
FL AVG 85
Rank #42 / 890
Yes
53
Facility 53
FL AVG 40
Rank #313 / 1,002
Blc Tampa-Gc, LLC39
33%
Facility 33%
FL AVG 32.4%
Rank #455 / 853
28
Facility 28
FL AVG 33
Rank #568 / 853
0.7
Facility 0.7
FL AVG 1.0
Rank #350 / 853
For-Profit$15,500Anne GiehlPrivate RoomsA+
Arbor Terrace Citrus Park
AL
IL
MC
Tampa
125
Facility 125
FL AVG 85
Rank #198 / 890
Yes
52
Facility 52
FL AVG 40
Rank #320 / 1,002
Shp Vi Tampa LLC38
24%
Facility 24%
FL AVG 32.4%
Rank #240 / 853
20
Facility 20
FL AVG 33
Rank #442 / 853
0.5
Facility 0.5
FL AVG 1.0
Rank #210 / 853
For-Profit$7,500Tabby Lea Diaz1 Bed / 2 Bed-
The Colonnade at Carrollwood
AL
MC
RC
Tampa
120
Facility 120
FL AVG 85
Rank #214 / 890
Yes
28
Facility 28
FL AVG 40
Rank #638 / 1,002
Sh Carrollwood, LLC24
29%
Facility 29%
FL AVG 32.4%
Rank #353 / 853
11
Facility 11
FL AVG 33
Rank #269 / 853
0.5
Facility 0.5
FL AVG 1.0
Rank #210 / 853
For-Profit$950Maribel VazquezStudio / 1 Bed-
Angels Senior Living at New Tampa LLC
AL
ADC
HC
MC
RC
Tampa
100
Facility 100
FL AVG 85
Rank #342 / 890
Yes
89
Facility 89
FL AVG 40
Rank #25 / 1,002
Angels Senior Living At New Tampa, LLC45
29%
Facility 29%
FL AVG 32.4%
Rank #353 / 853
27
Facility 27
FL AVG 33
Rank #550 / 853
0.6
Facility 0.6
FL AVG 1.0
Rank #287 / 853
For-Profit$1,000Yvette M. Latson-A+
Angels Senior Living at South Tampa
AL
ADC
RC
Tampa (Palma Ceia)
56
Facility 56
FL AVG 85
Rank #586 / 890
Yes
82
Facility 82
FL AVG 40
Rank #52 / 1,002
Lighthouse Healthcare Group, LLC14
21%
Facility 21%
FL AVG 32.4%
Rank #197 / 853
3
Facility 3
FL AVG 33
Rank #100 / 853
0.2
Facility 0.2
FL AVG 1.0
Rank #76 / 853
For-Profit$0Benjamin GrecoStudio-
Alimar Assisted Living
AL
ADC
Tampa (Westshore)
56
Facility 56
FL AVG 85
Rank #586 / 890
No
23
Facility 23
FL AVG 40
Rank #704 / 1,002
All Care Senior Living LLC28
4%
Facility 4%
FL AVG 32.4%
Rank #50 / 853
1
Facility 1
FL AVG 33
Rank #43 / 853
0.0
Facility 0.0
FL AVG 1.0
Rank #1 / 853
For-Profit$0Wided Jabbes-Chabbar-A+

Rank badges are statewide and care-type specific: each assisted living community is ranked against every other FL assisted living community we track that reports that metric, not just the 42 analyzed for Tampa. See how we rank facilities

Rows per page:
View all Nearby Homes
12...5
Overview of Brookdale Bayshore

Awarded #1 in Customer Satisfaction, Brookdale Bayshore is an extraordinary senior living community in Tampa, Florida. It provides distinct opportunities for socialization, finding new interests, and health and wellness for seniors looking for an independent living lifestyle. Vacation-style amenities are available including an outdoor pool, a fitness center, transportation services, and concierge service.

When extra care is necessary to feel secure and fulfill the demands of everyday living, Brookdale Bayshore also offers assisted living options. With an exclusive personalized system in place, customized programs for all residents are created and implemented in this pet-friendly community. The dedicated care associates available 24/7, along with individualized service plans that allow for flexibility, make this senior living community a home like no other.

Contact Brookdale Bayshore

Overview of Canterbury Tower

Fifty years is a long run for any senior care community, and Canterbury Tower has spent that run on Bayshore Boulevard in Tampa, inside a continuing lifecare retirement community that also houses assisted living and independent living residents. The nursing home component itself is small: 17 beds, all of them currently filled. That’s full occupancy, and it’s worth sitting next to the neighborhood context: Walk Score 56, moderately walkable, the kind of area where you could run some errands without a car but wouldn’t plan your week around walking.

Short-term rehab and respite care sit at the center of what’s offered here, the sort of care model built for someone coming off a hospital stay or a family that needs a temporary place for a parent while they regroup. Nursing coverage backs that up substantially. Residents get an average of 6 hours and 28 minutes of total nursing care daily, a number built from registered nurses, licensed practical nurses, and nurse aides working in combination rather than any single role carrying the load alone.

Outside of care hours, there’s a fitness center, a library, and a heated resort-style pool, plus gated parking that matters more than it sounds like when you’re visiting someone regularly. The calendar leans social: guest speakers, excursions, cultural events. Medicare and private pay are both accepted, so families aren’t boxed into one payment path.

On the regulatory side, inspections here have tended to center on infection prevention and control, care planning and documentation, and dietary and food service. Those are operational categories, the kind of thing regulators look at across nearly every nursing home, not flags specific to daily hands-on care. Here we have a fully occupied, decades-old facility with strong nursing hours and a rehab-first services list that reads as a place built for residents who need real clinical support to get back on their feet, not a long-term custodial stay.

Contact Canterbury Tower

Overview of Promise Pointe Senior Living

Promise Pointe Senior Living, set in Florida, is a thriving community offering high-end assisted living and memory care services. This team sets the bar high for excellence, inspiring numerous seniors and families to call it home and embrace its unique lifestyle. With its pristine natural preserves and picturesque tree-lined views, it has crafted an environment that positively impacts people’s lives.

Apart from these, the community excels in providing an array of activities catering to various interests, including entertainment, outdoor pursuits, fitness, wellness, arts and crafts, and creative outlets. They even offer specialized activities for those with visual impairments and technology-related engagements to keep seniors engaged and informed. Promise Pointe Senior Living boasts a diverse selection of floor plans, ensuring residents find the perfect living space. With Wi-Fi available in common areas, cozy lounges, and a dining room with chef-prepared options, residents can make the most out of their golden years.

Contact Promise Pointe Senior Living

Overview of Angels Senior Living at New Tampa

A 100-bed assisted living community on the northeast side of Tampa is Angels Senior Living at New Tampa. It’s set in a highly walkable neighborhood where most errands can be done on foot. Operated by Angels Senior Living At New Tampa, LLC and administrated by Yvette M, the community has been serving seniors for 11 years. It takes insurance and HMO coverage, Medicaid, and Veterans Affairs benefits, giving families numerous pathways to fund care.

Angels Senior Living at New Tampa offers respite care, its core assisted living services, and access to home health and private duty support for residents needing more care. Therapy solutions are available on-site, supporting residents who require rehabilitation or ongoing therapeutic services. Such services reflect the community’s focus on providing immediate care and pathways for residents to maintain health and independence. With a Walk Score of 89, the community sits in a location that makes it easy for family members to visit and for residents to enjoy the surrounding neighborhood. The highly walkable area supports aging in place with accessible errands and services nearby.

Staffing standards, medication management, and staff training have been the primary focus of state inspections. The community has been responsive to these recurring themes, and the latest complaint investigation on file found no deficiencies. This pattern denotes the facility has been working to address and maintain consistent practices in these key zones.

Contact Angels Senior Living at New Tampa LLC

Overview of Angels Senior Living at South Tampa

Offering seniors an environment where their needs are met, Angels Senior Living at South Tampa is a dependable senior living community in Hillsborough County, Tampa, FL, offering assisted living, adult day care, and respite care services. The community offers three distinct floor plans in private and semi-private settings to give residents their desired level of privacy and comfort. Residents are provided access to an array of services including, home health care and therapy services, ensuring most of their care needs are met.

Residents at Angels Senior Living find convenience, fun, and enjoyment in an array of interesting amenities, including A beauty salon, pharmacy, computer and Wi-Fi for internet access, and outdoor reflection areas, courtyards, gardens, and more. A culinary team ensures residents get the nourishment they need with tasty and nutritious meals, tailored to residents’ dietary needs and preferences. Here, residents are guaranteed to enjoy their golden years in comfort and convenience.

Contact Angels Senior Living at South Tampa

Overview of Concordia Village of Tampa

Conveniently located in the thriving neighborhood of Tampa, FL, Concordia Village of Tampa is a blissful haven that offers independent living. The community features cozy and thoughtfully designed studio to two-bedroom floor plans, dedicated to residents’ comfort and well-being. Residents enjoy a convenient lifestyle with routine maintenance, 24-hour security, and concierge services.

Engaging activities and enriching programs are conducted, promoting an active and vibrant lifestyle. Delectable and well-balanced meals are served to satisfy residents’ dietary needs and preferences. Transportation services are also provided for residents’ convenience and safety. The community has plenty of amenities, including a swimming pool, a movie theater, a billiards room, a beauty salon, a fitness center, game courts, a library, a computer center, and cozy communal spaces.

Contact Concordia Village of Tampa

Overview of Arbor Terrace Citrus Park

Cherish every moment at Arbor Terrace Citrus Park, an idyllic retreat in Tampa, FL, offering independent living, assisted living, and memory care. Dedicated to improving residents’ well-being, a compassionate and highly skilled team provides exceptional care around the clock. With beautifully furnished and cozy accommodations in a warm and inviting environment, residents can feel a sense of belonging during their stay.

Residents will not feel lonely with a jam-packed calendar of enriching activities and stimulating programs that highlight their interests and capabilities. Here, delicious and well-balanced meals are available to meet residents’ nutritional needs and preferences. The community is ideal for those looking to find all the care they need in one place, especially with its comprehensive care and state-of-the-art amenities.

Contact Arbor Terrace Citrus Park

Overview of Discovery Village at Tampa Palms

Discovery Village at Tampa Palms offers assisted living, independent living, and memory care in Tampa, FL. Assisted living provides help with daily tasks such as dressing, bathing, and medication while a resident keeps a private living space; independent living provides private living with community services and no daily care; and memory care provides a secured setting with supervision for someone at risk of wandering. With multiple care levels on one campus, a resident whose needs grow may be able to change care settings without leaving the community, so it may be a good fit for someone who wants the possibility of continuing care in one place.

The community has 120 beds and offers suites, one-bedroom residences, and two-bedroom residences. A one-bedroom layout provides a private living space, while a two-bedroom option can suit a couple moving together or someone who wants a companion. Discovery Village at Tampa Palms is in the New Tampa neighborhood, is administered by Angeline Hernandez, and is operated by Britton (Tampa Palms)Trs.

Contact Discovery Village At Tampa Palms

Overview of The Colonnade at Carrollwood

The Colonnade at Carrollwood is a premier senior living community located in a quiet neighborhood in Tampa, FL offering assisted living services. The community provides various floor plans including spacious studios and elegant one-bedroom apartments. With 24/7 care and assistance, The Colonnade at Carrollwood ensures the comfort and safety of its residents. Through the exclusive HEARTS Welcoming Program, seniors receive the warmest welcome to keep their worries at bay.

Fostering a learning environment, the SRI University conducts university-style classes that cover various subjects including the Art of Being Happy. The community enhances the seniors’ physical, mental, and emotional health through fun and active activities and programs. The culinary team serves freshly made nutritious meals thrice daily to satisfy its residents’ dietary needs and preferences. The Colonnade at Carroll ensures its residents’ entertainment and leisure through its wonderful amenities including a media room with TV, a library, a fitness center, a bistro, a beauty salon and barber shop, club rooms, and aesthetic courtyards.

Contact The Colonnade at Carrollwood

Overview of Alimar Assisted Living

Serving Tampa for 28 years, Alimar Assisted Living is a 56-bed residential community administrated by Wided Jabbes-Chabbar on West Columbus Drive in Tampa, Florida. The home is operated by All Care Senior Living LLC and provides nursing-level care and support for older adults needing daily activities help while maintaining their independence.

The community offers 24-hour staffing with trained caregivers assisting residents with eating, bathing, dressing, mobility, and medication management. Above personal care, Alimar includes adult daycare services, on-site medical services with doctors and nurses on staff, and therapists’ support. Lab work and X-ray services are available on-site, which can decrease trips off-property for routine health needs. Alimar Assisted Living takes insurance and HMO coverage, Medicaid, and Veteran Affairs Benefits, offering families numerous options to afford care. Daily life centers on three home-style meals served restaurant style, with snacks available between meals. The dining approach mirrors a focus on comfort food and steady nutrition. Beyond dining, the calendar includes exercise classes, games like bingo and dominoes, and monthly events with live music. Weekly laundry and daily housekeeping keep the living space maintained, and supervision from trained staff is present all the time. The Tampa location rates 23 on the Walk Score scale, indicating that most errands will need a car, and public transit is limited. That said, West Columbus Drive offers good car access.

State inspections have seen a clean compliance record, with no deficiencies recorded since 2013, when one documentation issue was urgently corrected. Complaint investigations over more than a decade have consistently found no substantiated issues, indicating a consistent approach to management and care.

A visit to Alimar, for families exploring options in Tampa, can give you a feel for how the daily rhythms and support level match what your dearest one needs. The neighborhood character likewise fits those prioritizing a calmer residential location over downtown walkability.

Contact Alimar Assisted Living

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
No paid rankings Communities cannot pay to influence placement.
How we're paid: If we help you find a community and you move in, that community may pay us a referral fee. This never affects where they rank or what you pay. Learn more
Submit a correction

Assisted Living in Tampa at a glance

Avg Monthly Cost: $5,263The average monthly cost across facilities in Tampa, FL. 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: 43/ 100The average Walk Score across facilities in Tampa, FL. 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: 80The average licensed bed capacity across facilities in Tampa, FL. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: 90
Who we are

Your Senior Care Partner, Every Step of the Way

We help families find affordable senior communities and unlock same day discounts, Medicaid, and Medicare options tailored to your needs.

Contact us Today

Frequently Asked Questions about Assisted Living in Tampa, FL

What is the average cost of assisted living in Tampa, FL?

The average monthly cost of assisted living in Tampa, FL is approximately $4,800. Actual rates vary by community, level of care, and floorplan.

What is the price range for assisted living in Tampa, FL?

Assisted living in Tampa, FL typically ranges from $4,000–$6,500 per month, depending on the community, room type, and care needs.

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

Assisted living facilities in Tampa, FL 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 Florida?

Assisted living in Florida 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 Florida?

Assisted living in Florida 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 Florida Medicaid cover assisted living?

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