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Why trust this guide? Our editorial team analyzed 11 independent living communities in Anaheim, CA using California Department of Social Services (CDSS) data, inspection records, complaints, amenities, and facility-level details. How we rank independent living in CA
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Avg Walk Score: 69/ 100The average Walk Score across facilities in Anaheim, 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: 150The average licensed bed capacity across facilities in Anaheim, CA. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: 90

Compare Independent Living around Anaheim (Metro Area)

Walnut Village in Anaheim
IL
AL
MC
Anaheim (Southwest Anaheim)
334
Facility 334
CA AVG 104
Rank #43 / 1648
Yes
58
Facility 58
CA AVG 57
Rank #1126 / 2087
92
Facility 92
CA AVG 81
Rank #308 / 1399
8
4
Facility 4
CA AVG 13
Rank #525 / 1388
0
Facility 0
CA AVG 3
Rank #1 / 1160
27
Facility 27
CA AVG 13
Rank #184 / 1494
61.7% Front Porch Communities And Services1 Bed / 2 Bed
Meridian At Anaheim Hills
IL
AL
MC
RC
Anaheim (Anaheim Hills)
120
Facility 120
CA AVG 104
Rank #561 / 1648
Yes
65
Facility 65
CA AVG 57
Rank #887 / 2087
84
Facility 84
CA AVG 81
Rank #730 / 1399
11
8
Facility 8
CA AVG 13
Rank #758 / 1388
1
Facility 1
CA AVG 3
Rank #412 / 1160
10
Facility 10
CA AVG 13
Rank #667 / 1494
65.8% Hsre Meridian At Anaheim Hills Trs LLC And AnaheimSuite
Brookdale Anaheim
IL
AL
MC
NH
SNF
Anaheim (Northwest Anaheim)
140
Facility 140
CA AVG 104
Rank #419 / 1648
Yes
66
Facility 66
CA AVG 57
Rank #854 / 2087
72
Facility 72
CA AVG 81
Rank #1050 / 1399
35
27
Facility 27
CA AVG 13
Rank #1225 / 1388
3
Facility 3
CA AVG 3
Rank #753 / 1160
21
Facility 21
CA AVG 13
Rank #361 / 1494
77.1% Summerville At Fairwood Manor LLC And Emeritus CorpStudio / Alcove / 1 Bed
Palacio Senior Apartments
IL
Anaheim (Anaheim Hills)
-No
63
Facility 63
CA AVG 57
Rank #949 / 2087
-------1 Bed / 2 Bed
Sage Park Senior Apartment Homes
IL
Anaheim (Northwest Anaheim)
-Yes
74
Facility 74
CA AVG 57
Rank #597 / 2087
-------1 Bed / 2 Bed
Hazelridge
IL
Anaheim (Downtown Anaheim)
-Yes
84
Facility 84
CA AVG 57
Rank #319 / 2087
-------1 Bed / 2 Bed
Heritage Park Senior Apartments
IL
Anaheim (Sherwood Forest & Thistle Development)
-Yes
74
Facility 74
CA AVG 57
Rank #597 / 2087
-------1 Bed / 2 Bed
New Horizon Village Senior Apartment Homes
IL
Anaheim (Sherwood Forest & Thistle Development)
-No
84
Facility 84
CA AVG 57
Rank #319 / 2087
-------1 Bed
Tyrol Plaza Senior Apartments
IL
AL
Anaheim (Southeast Anaheim)
-Yes
79
Facility 79
CA AVG 57
Rank #450 / 2087
-------2 Bed
Acaciawood Village Senior Apartment Homes
IL
Anaheim (Southwest Anaheim)
-No
51
Facility 51
CA AVG 57
Rank #1321 / 2087
-------Studio / 1 Bed
Overview of Acaciawood Village Senior Apartment Homes

Create meaningful moments in retirement at Acaciawood Village, a blissful 62+ community in Anaheim, CA, offering independent living. The community features purposely built and secure studio and one-bedroom floor plans, designed for residents’ comfort and safety. 24-hour emergency maintenance and a compassionate management team are provided, so residents enjoy a hassle-free lifestyle.

Residents can spend their days as they please with a thoughtfully curated calendar of engaging activities and enriching programs. Shopping, dining, and entertainment are also easily accessible, ensuring residents’ convenience. The community is ideal for those seeking independence in retirement, especially with its warm and welcoming environment.

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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 Independent Living in Anaheim, CA

What is independent living?

Independent living communities are residential settings for active older adults — typically with private apartments or cottages, shared amenities (dining, fitness, activities), and no built-in medical care.

How many independent living communities are listed on this page?

This page features 11 independent living communities in Anaheim, CA. Use the filters and comparison tools above to compare ratings, amenities, and pricing.

How do I choose the right independent living community in Anaheim, CA?

Start by matching the level of care offered to the resident's current and anticipated needs, then compare licensing status, staff-to-resident ratios, recent inspection results, and pricing. Tour at least two or three communities in Anaheim, CA, talk to current residents and families, and confirm what is included in the base rate versus billed as add-on services.

What should I look for when visiting independent living communities in Anaheim, CA?

Pay attention to staff interactions with residents, cleanliness and odor, food quality at meal times, the activity calendar, and how questions about pricing and care plans are answered. Ask to see the most recent state inspection report, the move-out / level-of-care-change policy, and a sample monthly bill that lists every fee.