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Why trust this guide? Our editorial team analyzed 59 assisted living communities in Tucson, AZ using Arizona Department of Health Services (ADHS) data, inspection records, complaints, amenities, and facility-level details. How we rank assisted living in AZ
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Avg Monthly Cost: $6,870The average monthly cost across facilities in Tucson, AZ. 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: 37/ 100The average Walk Score across facilities in Tucson, AZ. 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: 76The average licensed bed capacity across facilities in Tucson, AZ. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: 90

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The information below is reported by the Arizona Department of Health Services, Bureau of Long Term Care Licensing.

Splendido at Rancho Vistoso
AL
HOS
MC
NH
RC
SNF
Tucson
42
Facility 42
AZ AVG 54
Rank #218 / 522
No
8
Facility 8
AZ AVG 37
Rank #707 / 818
-
18
Facility 18
AZ AVG 10
Rank #82 / 532
-Maria Parham8
Broadway Proper Independent & Assisted Living
AL
HOS
IL
MC
NH
SNF
Tucson (Broadway Proper)
255
Facility 255
AZ AVG 54
Rank #3 / 522
No
57
Facility 57
AZ AVG 37
Rank #179 / 818
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
5
Facility 5
AZ AVG 10
Rank #332 / 532
-Katrina Ellsworth2
Brookdale Santa Catalina
AL
IL
MC
NH
SNF
Tucson (Sin Vacas)
155
Facility 155
AZ AVG 54
Rank #33 / 522
Yes
0
Facility 0
AZ AVG 37
Rank #801 / 818
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
27
Facility 27
AZ AVG 10
Rank #25 / 532
A+-6
Villa Hermosa
AL
IL
MC
Tucson (Harold Bell Wright Estates)
135
Facility 135
AZ AVG 54
Rank #57 / 522
Yes
78
Facility 78
AZ AVG 37
Rank #15 / 818
1 Bed / 2 Bed
12
Facility 12
AZ AVG 10
Rank #150 / 532
A+Amber A Harkin5
Foothills Place
AL
NH
Tucson
66
Facility 66
AZ AVG 54
Rank #184 / 522
Yes
27
Facility 27
AZ AVG 37
Rank #516 / 818
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Starfish Care Homes at Spanish Trail
AL
MC
RC
Tucson (Mitman)
10
Facility 10
AZ AVG 54
Rank #238 / 522
No
65
Facility 65
AZ AVG 37
Rank #95 / 818
-
12
Facility 12
AZ AVG 10
Rank #150 / 532
A+Joleen Bonham2
Amber Lights
AL
IL
MC
RC
Tucson
150
Facility 150
AZ AVG 54
Rank #39 / 522
Yes
15
Facility 15
AZ AVG 37
Rank #617 / 818
1 Bed
12
Facility 12
AZ AVG 10
Rank #150 / 532
A+Teresa L Merritt2
Atria Campana del Rio
AL
IL
MC
Tucson (Colonia Del Rio)
100
Facility 100
AZ AVG 54
Rank #131 / 522
Yes
65
Facility 65
AZ AVG 37
Rank #95 / 818
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
14
Facility 14
AZ AVG 10
Rank #120 / 532
C+Suzanne M Porter9
Inspirations of River Centre
AL
RC
Tucson (Villa Mesa)
112
Facility 112
AZ AVG 54
Rank #106 / 522
Yes
63
Facility 63
AZ AVG 37
Rank #116 / 818
Studio / Suite / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
8
Facility 8
AZ AVG 10
Rank #227 / 532
A+Danielle Oben5
Brookdale East Tucson
AL
Tucson (Hidden Hills)
60
Facility 60
AZ AVG 54
Rank #190 / 522
Yes
36
Facility 36
AZ AVG 37
Rank #413 / 818
Suite
27
Facility 27
AZ AVG 10
Rank #25 / 532
A+Ryan D Gallion3
Groves Assisted Living – Pima Street
AL
HOS
IL
MC
NH
SNF
Tucson (The Garden District)
10
Facility 10
AZ AVG 54
Rank #238 / 522
No
75
Facility 75
AZ AVG 37
Rank #22 / 818
-
5
Facility 5
AZ AVG 10
Rank #332 / 532
A+Norma Chacon6
Via Elegante
AL
MC
Tucson (Ruston Hills)
98
Facility 98
AZ AVG 54
Rank #134 / 522
Yes
5
Facility 5
AZ AVG 37
Rank #741 / 818
Private Room / Semi-Private Room
7
Facility 7
AZ AVG 10
Rank #252 / 532
A+Andrew J Briefer2
Sherwood Village Assisted Living & Memory Care
AL
MC
RC
Tucson (Broadway Pantano East)
160
Facility 160
AZ AVG 54
Rank #31 / 522
Yes
63
Facility 63
AZ AVG 37
Rank #116 / 818
-
11
Facility 11
AZ AVG 10
Rank #163 / 532
-Russell F Sylvester3
Cascades of Tucson
AL
IL
MC
RC
Tucson (Double Acres)
217
Facility 217
AZ AVG 54
Rank #13 / 522
Yes
46
Facility 46
AZ AVG 37
Rank #305 / 818
-
29
Facility 29
AZ AVG 10
Rank #17 / 532
-Meredith A Kuhn7
The Forum at Tucson
AL
IL
MC
Tucson (Tucson Medical Center)
130
Facility 130
AZ AVG 54
Rank #64 / 522
Yes
55
Facility 55
AZ AVG 37
Rank #197 / 818
Studio / Alcove / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
6
Facility 6
AZ AVG 10
Rank #290 / 532
-Richard Howell5
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Overview of Brookdale Tanque Verde

A classic senior living community in Tucson, Arizona, Brookdale Tanque Verde provides person-centered memory care. Featuring spacious floor plans, including studio, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom apartments, the community offers safe and comfortable residences for seniors. Brookdale Tanque Verde ensures 24-hour quality care and assistance from a highly skilled and compassionate team and guarantees safety with secured entrances and exits, an emergency alert system, and enclosed walking paths.

Brookdale Tanque Verde fosters a warm and welcoming environment, offering signature memory care programs, including Clare Bridge and Solace. The Clare Bridge program provides residents with six planned activities each day to promote the use of their current skills and abilities, while the Solace program provides additional support to residents in the advanced stages of dementia. Residents also savor a warm and welcoming dining experience where they can enjoy flavorful and nutritious meals daily. The Brookdale Tanque Verde prioritizes its residents ‘ enjoyment and wellness by providing vibrant common areas, a well-stocked library, an arts & crafts studio, and a fitness center.

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Overview of Kozy Gardens Assisted Living

Providing care for over 16 years, Kozy Gardens situated in the harmonious neighborhood of East Bellevue Street, Tucson, AZ, is an idyllic senior living community that offers assisted living. To ensure residents’ needs are taken care of, the community also provides medication administration, beautician visits, physical therapy, hospice, and palliative care. Featuring six private and shared rooms, the community promises a cozy and welcoming residence. Kozy Gardens strives to provide the highest quality of care and assistance with a compassionate and well-trained team prepared to lend their help around the clock.

Relive passions and explore new interests through a jam-packed calendar of activities provided to ensure seniors’ enjoyment and wellness. Enjoy the company of friends with delightful and healthy meals served three times a day to satisfy residents’ dietary requirements and cravings. Kozy Gardens is committed to enhancing seniors’ quality of life and providing a safe place to live their lives as they want.

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Overview of Sunset Adult Care Home

Live a blissful retirement with Sunset Adult Care Home located in the idyllic West Calle Don Tomas, Tucson, AZ, that offers assisted living. The community strives to deliver the utmost attention and care for those who require it and accommodates up to 10 residents with its cozy and specially designed amenities. With a kind and highly trained team attending to daily living activities and household responsibilities, residents enjoy a maintenance-free lifestyle.

A fun-packed calendar of activities and enriching programs is conducted for residents to remain socially connected and active. Have a delightful dining experience with delicious and healthy meals satisfying dietary needs and preferences. The community is ideal for those looking to spend their golden years doing the things they love with its quaint setting and friendly environment.

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Overview of Heritage Oaks Assisted Living Residence

Heritage Oaks Assisted Living has a clear vision to be the leading provider of residential assisted living by enriching the life of every guest, cultivating their dignity and honoring their heritage. The heart of servitude is deeply ingrained in Heritage Oaks’ mission. This community fosters meaningful relationships, offers an elegant home environment, and provides state-of-the-art customized assisted living care.

As a family-owned and operated business, Heritage Oaks is committed to promoting the independence of every guest it serves. This community believes in celebrating the uniqueness of each individual by offering personalized care and support. At Heritage Oaks, they are passionate about helping their guests thrive and feel like part of the family. Their goal is to create an environment where their guests can live their lives to the fullest, in a way that aligns with their values and preferences. Heritage Oaks doesn’t just want people to exist or live here, they want them to experience a sense of belonging and freedom to live life on their own terms.

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Overview of Casas Adobes Assisted Living

Based in Pima County, Tucson, AZ, Casas Adobes Assisted Living is a classic senior living community that offers a serene environment for residents who wish to maintain an independent lifestyle but could benefit from additional support. The community provides residents with comfortable accommodations managed by a friendly management team. Residents receive the level of care and attention that each resident requires to maintain their freedom and independence.

Every living space is kept tidy and clean with housekeeping services provided by the community. Residents are guaranteed a safe living environment with safety equipment installed within the community to minimize fall risk. The community provides delicious meals every day that meet senior nutrition requirements, ensuring all of the residents’ dietary needs are provided. An array of social gatherings and events are regularly scheduled to provide residents with vibrant experiences.

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Overview of Canyon View by Platinum Care Homes

Canyon View by Platinum Care Homes is an excellent senior living community in Pima County, Tucson, AZ, offering premiere assisted living services. Aiming to provide a comfortable, home-like setting for seniors, the community offers an array of accommodations designed to provide comfort, safety, and relaxation. The community features a team of personal care assistants providing compassionate support with daily living tasks, such as bathing, dressing, and grooming, to promote independence and dignity.

With 24/7 dedicated support from a compassionate team and access to occupational and physical therapy, residents are able to live at their best state and lead a well-supported lifestyle. The community also features a daily activities program that offers a variety of engaging games, crafts, and social events designed to stimulate minds, foster friendships, and bring joy to every resident. Residents are also provided access to compassionate hospice services, providing them and their families with comfort and support during a difficult moment in their life.

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Overview of The Ranch Estates of Tucson

Situated in the beautiful area of Tucson, Arizona, The Ranch Estates of Tucson sets the standard for senior living excellence. Offering exceptional care for Assisted Living, Memory Care, and Respite Stay services tailored to individual needs, this community goes beyond mere senior living—it embodies a way of life. Residents at The Ranch Estates of Tucson experience a distinctive living environment filled with friendships and engaging life enrichment activities.

Conveniently located just minutes away from downtown Tucson, residents can immerse themselves in the city’s incredible weather year-round, vibrant culinary scene, and classic small-town feel. The Ranch Estates of Tucson offers not just a residence but an opportunity to explore nearby attractions and enjoy the best of what the city has to offer. Step outside, and discover peaceful outdoor spaces perfect for visiting with friends, gardening, enjoying fresh air, or bird watching. More than just a place to reside, The Ranch Estates of Tucson is a welcoming home where residents belong to a caring family.

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Mountain View Retirement Village

7900 N La Cañada Dr, Tucson, AZ 85704
Overview of Mountain View Retirement Village

Nestled amidst stunning scenery in Tucson, Arizona, Mountain View Retirement Village offers independent living, assisted living, or memory care. This welcoming environment allows residents to downsize and focus on enjoying their golden years. Spacious pet-friendly apartments with high ceilings and stunning mountain views provide a comfortable home base. Residents can indulge in delicious meals prepared by a chef, socialize in the dining room, or relax by the pool.

A fully equipped gym and engaging activities promote health and well-being. Housekeeping and laundry services ensure residents can spend less time on chores and more time on leisure. Mountain View prioritizes resident care. Their dedicated staff provides 24/7 support for those needing assisted living or memory care. The community understands that needs may change over time, and they are prepared to adapt their care plans accordingly.

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Fidelity Care Homes Inc

7548 N Casa Blanca Dr, Tucson, AZ 85704
Overview of Fidelity Care Homes

Based in Tucson, AZ, near NorthWest Medical Center, Fidelity Care Homes. is an idyllic retreat that offers assisted living. Here, residents enjoy the highest quality of care for their unique needs with a compassionate and highly trained team available around the clock. The community also strives to maintain residents’ independence while handling the busy work, including housekeeping and laundry.

Residents enjoy plenty of recreational opportunities and engaging programs to remain socially connected and active. Mealtimes are something to look forward to, with delightful and healthy meals that cater to dietary needs and preferences. The community features scenic backyards, patios, fishponds with waterfalls, and serene walking trails in its three distinct locations in Boreal and Casablanca.

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Overview of Brookdale North Tucson

Tucked away in the beautiful community of Casas Adobes, Arizona, Brookdale North Tucson offers family-friendly assisted living. Residents enjoy a cozy, home-like environment with large, cottage-inspired bricks and a lush, manicured lawn. Brookdale North Tucson specializes in assisted living and personalized home care services, offering customized care plans to meet each resident’s unique needs. In addition to having a dedicated team available 24/7 for emergencies, the community has increased security measures like keypad entrances and emergency alarm systems.

Brookdale North Tucson strives to create a supportive, enriching environment where seniors can thrive. The community provides many amenities, including a beauty/barber shop, concierge service, an ice cream parlor, a game room, and a cozy living room. Residents can enjoy daily activities such as live music performances, comedy nights, gaming clubs, and painting classes. The pet-friendly community also boasts a garden, a courtyard, and a relaxing living room with a fireplace. With meals, housekeeping, and transportation managed, residents have plenty of time to make their golden years memorable.

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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 Tucson, AZ

What is the average cost of assisted living in Tucson, AZ?

The average monthly cost of assisted living in Tucson, AZ is approximately $4,300. Actual rates vary by community, level of care, and floorplan.

What is the price range for assisted living in Tucson, AZ?

Assisted living in Tucson, AZ typically ranges from $3,800–$6,400 per month, depending on the community, room type, and care needs.

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

Assisted living facilities in Tucson, AZ 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 Arizona?

Assisted living in Arizona 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 Arizona?

Assisted living in Arizona 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 Arizona Medicaid cover assisted living?

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