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Why trust this guide? Our editorial team analyzed 13 independent living communities in Bakersfield, 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: 51/ 100The average Walk Score across facilities in Bakersfield, 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: 158The average licensed bed capacity across facilities in Bakersfield, CA. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: 90

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Brookside Senior Apartments
IL
Bakersfield
-Yes
26
Facility 26
CA AVG 57
Rank #1771 / 2087
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17
Facility 17
CA AVG 13
Rank #458 / 1494
--1 Bed / 2 Bed
Solstice Senior Living at Bakersfield
IL
AL
Bakersfield
-Yes
22
Facility 22
CA AVG 57
Rank #1821 / 2087
----
8
Facility 8
CA AVG 13
Rank #746 / 1494
--Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed / Cottage
Riverstone Terrace Senior Living
IL
AL
MC
RC
Bakersfield
55
Facility 55
CA AVG 104
Rank #1111 / 1648
No
41
Facility 41
CA AVG 57
Rank #1539 / 2087
64
Facility 64
CA AVG 81
Rank #1246 / 1399
15
13
Facility 13
CA AVG 13
Rank #949 / 1388
5
Facility 5
CA AVG 3
Rank #895 / 1160
17
Facility 17
CA AVG 13
Rank #458 / 1494
38.2% Pacifica Bakersfieldlp And Calson Care Bakersfield LLCStudio / Suite / 1 Bed
Hallmark Assisted Living
IL
AL
MC
Bakersfield
99
Facility 99
CA AVG 104
Rank #726 / 1648
Yes
69
Facility 69
CA AVG 57
Rank #767 / 2087
70
Facility 70
CA AVG 81
Rank #1097 / 1399
11
14
Facility 14
CA AVG 13
Rank #991 / 1388
4
Facility 4
CA AVG 3
Rank #829 / 1160
3
Facility 3
CA AVG 13
Rank #1215 / 1494
62.6% Hallmark Senior Living LLCStudio
Real Care
IL
AL
HOS
MC
RC
Bakersfield (West Park Community)
300
Facility 300
CA AVG 104
Rank #55 / 1648
Yes
66
Facility 66
CA AVG 57
Rank #854 / 2087
76
Facility 76
CA AVG 81
Rank #945 / 1399
15
7
Facility 7
CA AVG 13
Rank #715 / 1388
5
Facility 5
CA AVG 3
Rank #895 / 1160
1
Facility 1
CA AVG 13
Rank #1394 / 1494
0Ljn Capital LLC Dba Real Care1 Bed / Studio / Semi-Private Rooms
Hallmark Of Bakersfield
IL
AL
MC
Bakersfield
99
Facility 99
CA AVG 104
Rank #726 / 1648
No
79
Facility 79
CA AVG 57
Rank #450 / 2087
70
Facility 70
CA AVG 81
Rank #1097 / 1399
3
14
Facility 14
CA AVG 13
Rank #991 / 1388
4
Facility 4
CA AVG 3
Rank #829 / 1160
- 59.6% -Studio Suite
Riverstone Terrace Senior Living
IL
AL
MC
RC
Bakersfield
55
Facility 55
CA AVG 104
Rank #1111 / 1648
Yes
52
Facility 52
CA AVG 57
Rank #1303 / 2087
64
Facility 64
CA AVG 81
Rank #1246 / 1399
5
13
Facility 13
CA AVG 13
Rank #949 / 1388
5
Facility 5
CA AVG 3
Rank #895 / 1160
- 38.2% -Studio / 1 Bed
Brookdale Riverwalk
IL
AL
MC
NH
SNF
Bakersfield (Fairway Oaks)
376
Facility 376
CA AVG 104
Rank #32 / 1648
Yes
32
Facility 32
CA AVG 57
Rank #1688 / 2087
65
Facility 65
CA AVG 81
Rank #1236 / 1399
32
43
Facility 43
CA AVG 13
Rank #1328 / 1388
4
Facility 4
CA AVG 3
Rank #829 / 1160
48
Facility 48
CA AVG 13
Rank #28 / 1494
66.0% Blc Glenwood-Gardens Al-Lh And Brookdale Living CommsStudio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Pinewood Glen Retirement Community
IL
Bakersfield
99
Facility 99
CA AVG 104
Rank #726 / 1648
Yes
66
Facility 66
CA AVG 57
Rank #854 / 2087
-------Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
California Avenue Senior Housing
IL
Bakersfield (Oleander/Sunset)
180
Facility 180
CA AVG 104
Rank #211 / 1648
No
80
Facility 80
CA AVG 57
Rank #416 / 2087
-------1 Bed
Florence Gardens
IL
Bakersfield
-Yes
20
Facility 20
CA AVG 57
Rank #1841 / 2087
-------1 Bed
The Villas at Scenic River
IL
Bakersfield (Fruitvale)
-Yes
65
Facility 65
CA AVG 57
Rank #887 / 2087
-------1 Bed / 2 Bed
Harmony Court
IL
Bakersfield (Olive Drive Area)
-Yes
51
Facility 51
CA AVG 57
Rank #1321 / 2087
-------1 Bed / 2 Bed
3 Angels Care LLC, The
RESC
Bakersfield
6123 Angels Care LLC, The
A & A Bakersfield Care Home
RESC
Bakersfield
6512Akam Medical, LLC
A & M Assisted Living LLC
RESC
Bakersfield
61202Zazueta, Angel R,& Arias,Miriam N
A Comfort Care Home
RESC
Bakersfield
6511512Evangeline Schissler
A Comfort Care Home -1
RESC
Bakersfield
812A Comfort Care Home LLC
A Golden Heart
RESC
Bakersfield
65810Jmj Ligon Medical Services
A Golden Heart Family Care
RESC
Bakersfield
64118Jmj Ligon Medical Services
A Golden Heart Family Care I
RESC
Bakersfield
65227Icare Medical Services Corporation
Aaa Residential Elderly Retreat
RESC
Bakersfield
63936Tru Vision LLC
Aaa Residential Elderly Retreat #2
RESC
Bakersfield
623Tru-Vision LLC
Aaa Residential Elderly Retreat #3
RESC
Bakersfield
6223Tru-Vision LLC
Aaa Residential Elderly Retreat #4
RESC
Bakersfield
612Tru-Vision LLC
Advent Residence Home
RESC
Bakersfield
64107Asignacion, Jean
Aimes Noble II
RESC
Bakersfield
451713Aimes Homes, INC.
Alondra Home
RESC
Bakersfield
61292Fhj Manor LLC
American Senior Living
RESC
Bakersfield
6112American Senior Living LLC
Arcadia Family Care
RESC
Bakersfield
642314Adia Corporation
Arcadia Family Care II
RESC
Bakersfield,
6412Adia Corporation
Arcadia Family Care III
RESC
Bakersfield
653111Adia Corporation
Arcadia Family Care IV
RESC
Bakersfield
6417Adia Corporation
Arcadia Gardens Residential Care
RESC
Bakersfield
65115St. Michael Archangel Corporation
Arcadia Gardens Residential Care III
RESC
Bakersfield
64310St. Michael Archangel Corporation
Arcadia Gardens Residential Care IV
RESC
Bakersfield
6597St. Michael Archangel Corporation
Balance Residential Care Corporation
RESC
Bakersfield
65315Balance Residential Care Corporation
Because We Care Assisted Living
RESC
Bakersfield
6324Hoffmann Hospice Of The Valley, INC.
Bella Vita At Stonington
RESC
Bakersfield
649Bella Vita Senior Living LLC
Bethany Joy Garden
RESC
Bakersfield
6410Rlz Healthcare Group LLC
Blue Pearl Home Care II
RESC
Bakersfield
6411215Blue Pearl Home Care LLC
Boggs Facility
RESC
Bakersfield
459M&L Residential LLC
Brighton Manor
RESC
Bakersfield
633114Westchester Home Corporation, The
Camila Care Villa II
RESC
Bakersfield
62283Camila Care Villa, LLC
Camila Care Villa, LLC
RESC
Bakersfield
6263Camila Care Villa, LLC
Caring Haven Assisted Living LLC
RESC
Bakersfield
62Caring Haven Assisted Living LLC
Central Valley Residential Care, LLC
RESC
Bakersfield
623Central Valley Residential Care, LLC
Cobble Stone Residential Home Care LLC
RESC
Bakersfield
64168Cobble Stone Residential Home Care LLC
Comfort Care Home II
RESC
Bakersfield
653113Amy's Comfort Care INC.
Comfort Care Home III
RESC
Bakersfield
651113Amy's Comfort Care INC
Comfort Care Home IV
RESC
Bakersfield
651510Amy's Comfort Care INC
Dean's Care Villa 110
RESC
Bakersfield
6414Dean's Care Villa, INC.
Dean's Care Villa 111
RESC
Bakersfield
647Deans Care Villa INC
Dean's Care Villa, INC.
RESC
Bakersfield
6511116Dean's Care Villa, INC
Delian's Manor Senior Care LLC
RESC
Bakersfield
634Delian's Manor Senior Care LLC
Devoted Hearts Senior Care Home LLC
RESC
Bakersfield
61293Devoted Hearts Senior Care Home LLC
Devoted Hearts Senior Care Home LLC #2
RESC
Bakersfield
61Devoted Hearts Senior Care Home LLC
Devoted Home Care, LLC
RESC
Bakersfield
65711Imelda Valdez
Din Caring Homes
RESC
Bakersfield
61Din Caring Homes LLC
Divine Mercy Care Homes
RESC
Bakersfield
6162Divine Mercy Care Homes LLC
Divine Mercy Care Homes II
RESC
Bakersfield
61Divine Mercy Care Homes LLC
Divine Mercy Care Homes III
RESC
Bakersfield
6Divine Mercy Care Homes LLC
Divine Mercy Guest Home I
RESC
Bakersfield
653620Divine Mercy Home Care, LLC.
Divine Mercy Guest Home II
RESC
Bakersfield
6431214Divine Mercy Home Care, LLC.
Divine Mercy Guest Home III
RESC
Bakersfield
652413Divine Mercy Home Care LLC
Divine Mercy Guest Home IV
RESC
Bakersfield
65313Divine Mercy Home Care LLC
Evercare Homes
RESC
Bakersfield
61Jkc Enterprises LLC
Gables Care For Elderly INC
RESC
Bakersfield
61Gables Care For Elderly INC
Gables Residential Care Facility INC
RESC
Bakersfield
61Gables Residential Care Facility INC
Gables Residential Care For Elderly INC
RESC
Bakersfield
61Gables Residential Care For Elderly INC
Gables, The
RESC
Bakersfield
643421Gables Residential Care, LLC
Golden Senior Living
RESC
Bakersfield
6Dang2023 Holding INC.
Golden Villa Home
RESC
Bakersfield
442422J & A Villas Corporation
Harlock Assisted Living, LLC
RESC
Bakersfield
634Harlock Assisted Living, LLC
Helens Caring Home, LLC
RESC
Bakersfield
6Helens Caring Home, LLC
Heritage Living
RESC
Bakersfield
1051412Heritage Living, INC.
Heritage Living I
RESC
Bakersfield
65112Heritage Living, INC.
Heritage Living II
RESC
Bakersfield
66112Heritage Living, INC.
Izene's Haven Assisted Living
RESC
Bakersfield
6572918Bruton, Marguerite, LLC
Jasmine Garden Residential Care
RESC
Bakersfield
641516Nelmarc LLC
Jasmine Garden Residential Care II
RESC
Bakersfield
64312Nelmarc LLC
Jennyzal Excellent Living, LLC
RESC
Bakersfield
61Jennyzal Excellent Living, LLC
Joyful Living Care Home II LLC
RESC
Bakersfield
657Joyful Living Care Home LLC
Joyful Living Care Home, LLC
RESC
Bakersfield
6415Joyful Living Care Home, LLC.
Legacy Home
RESC
Bakersfield
6Legacy Home
Legends Residential Care
RESC
Bakersfield
65158Liza A. Pinono
Lerwick Home Care
RESC
Bakersfield
622123Summer Springs Board And Care LLC
Magnolia Springs-Saddleback
RESC
Bakersfield
42113Magnolia Springs, INC
Meadow Springs
RESC
Bakersfield
4428Mission Springs, INC.
Mercie's Home #3
RESC
Bakersfield
44621Mercie's Home, INC.
Mercie's Home #5
RESC
Bakersfield
641226Penarejo, Mercedes
Paradise Gardens
RESC
Bakersfield
6573112Senior Lifestyle Homes, LLC
Pathway Home Care
RESC
Bakersfield
42133Mcj Partners LLC
Pathway Homes
RESC
Bakersfield
4344Markell & Marquell Enterprises, L.L.C
Pleasant Home Care
RESC
Bakersfield
63174Lambert Home Care, LLC
Precious Life Residences, LLC
RESC
Bakersfield
622103Precious Life Residences, LLC
Ramdas Home Care LLC
RESC
Bakersfield
6Ramdas Home Care LLC
Ramdas Senior Living
RESC
Bakersfield
6Ramdas Home Care LLC
Residency Club, The
RESC
Bakersfield
612Residency Club, The
S & R Care Homes
RESC
Bakersfield
61S & R Care Homes, LLC
Sage Care 2
RESC
Bakersfield
6214Sage Care Home, LLC
Sage Care Homes
RESC
Bakersfield
613Sage Care Home, LLC.
Savanna Assisted Living II
RESC
Bakersfield
6112Savanna Assisted Living LLC
Savanna Assisted Living III
RESC
Bakersfield
6Savanna Assisted Living LLC
Savanna Assisted Living LLC
RESC
Bakersfield
6243Savanna Assisted Living LLC
Seasoned Elite Assisted Living
RESC
Bakersfield
613Seasoned Elite Assisted Living
Serenity Springs Home Care
RESC
Bakersfield
62Summer Springs Board And Care, LLC
Shanti Homes 1
RESC
Bakersfield
61Shanti Homes 1 LLC
Sherwood Elderly Care Facility
RESC
Bakersfield
64149Barajas, Judith
Silverlake Home
RESC
Bakersfield
4424Silverlake Home
Spring Home
RESC
Bakersfield
5415Doh, Saw & Esther
Spruce Gardens
RESC
Bakersfield
641811Gables Residential Care, LLC
St. Anthony Home
RESC
Bakersfield
64318Asignacion, Arthur
St. Catherine's Home Care, INC.
RESC
Bakersfield
651619St. Catherine's Home Care, INC.
St. Joseph's Home, LLC
RESC
Bakersfield
64710St. Joseph's Home, LLC
Summer Springs Board & Care
RESC
Bakersfield
6422917Summer Springs Board & Care, LLC
Tar Springs Home Care
RESC
Bakersfield
631194Summer Springs Board And Care, LLC
Tedenek Elder Home 2
RESC
Bakersfield
62123Shemeles Kabteneh
Tlc Home Care 1
RESC
Bakersfield
631135Tlc Home Care Services LLC
Tlc Home Care 2
RESC
Bakersfield
632304Tlc Home Care Services LLC
Trinity, The
RESC
Bakersfield
102333Fhj Manor LLC
Villa De Gracia Homes INC
RESC
Bakersfield
62Villa De Gracia Homes INC
Village Gardens
RESC
Bakersfield
645511Senior Lifestyle Homes, LLC
Vista Care LLC
RESC
Bakersfield
61Vista Care LLC
Way Maker Home Care 2 LLC
RESC
Bakersfield
61Waymaker Home Care 2 LLC
Westchester Home On Spruce, The
RESC
Bakersfield
633154Westchester Home Corporation, The
Windcreek Senior Care
RESC
Bakersfield
6511Tungpalan, Fe V.
Your Loved Ones Matter LLC
RESC
Bakersfield
634184Your Loved Ones Matter LLC
Overview of Florence Gardens

Florence Gardens is a top-rated independent living community in Bakersfield, CA, that has specially designed one- and two-bedroom apartments for older adults. The community promotes a warm and inviting environment, ensuring older adults feel at home during their stay. Laundry spaces, utilities, and recreational opportunities are also provided for residents’ convenience. Here, residents have a maintenance-free living, accompanied by the community’s top-notch services.

With planned social activities, residents have more opportunities for leisure and interactions with friends. A clubhouse, a pond, and a gameroom are also available, so residents can explore new interests and rest comfortably. The Central California Rehabilitation Hospital is also located nearby, ensuring residents have easy access to their healthcare needs. As one of the affordable options for senior living in California, this independent living community ensures residents can live comfortably in retirement.

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Overview of The Villas at Scenic River

The Villas at Scenic River is an inviting 55+ independent living community in Bakersfield, CA, that has beautifully designed apartments. The community also features resort-style amenities, ensuring older adults can live actively and experience the best of their golden years. 24-hour emergency maintenance, chef-quality kitchens, and planned social activities are also offered to enrich residents’ living experiences. With its dedication to helping residents thrive in retirement, the community doubles its efforts to provide top-notch services for their comfort and convenience.

Social gatherings, leisure activities, and wellness opportunities allow residents to interact with their surroundings and try out new hobbies. A clubhouse, a fitness center, and a swimming pool with a sun deck are among the top-notch amenities dedicated to residents’ enjoyment and wellness. Ideally situated near restaurants, shops, and public transportation in Bakersfield, the community ensures residents have easy access to their needs and leisure. This independent living community is a good option for senior living in California, as it has high-quality services that can help older adults thrive in their later years.

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Overview of Harmony Court

Harmony Court is a welcoming independent living community in Bakersfield, CA, that has spacious apartments for older adults. Featuring thoughtfully furnished one- and two-bedroom units in a lively and supportive environment, the community ensures older adults can feel at home during their stay. Every unit is also equipped with a kitchen, air conditioning, and is pet-friendly. The community also boasts a professional and responsive management that aims to help residents live without hassles in retirement.

With plenty of recreational opportunities, residents can spend their days as they please and learn new hobbies. Cozy living spaces and accessible gathering areas also allow residents to rest comfortably. Surrounded by restaurants, shops, and bus stops, the community is conveniently located near residents’ necessities and leisure. This independent living community is a great choice for senior living in California, as it has well-maintained amenities dedicated to older adults’ welfare.

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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 Bakersfield, 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 13 independent living communities in Bakersfield, CA. Use the filters and comparison tools above to compare ratings, amenities, and pricing.

How do I choose the right independent living community in Bakersfield, 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 Bakersfield, 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 Bakersfield, 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.