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Why trust this guide? Our editorial team analyzed 640 independent living communities in CA using CA Dept. of Social Services (CDSS) data, inspection records, complaints, amenities, and facility-level details. How we rank independent living in CA
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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. IL (Independent Living): Community living with dining, activities, and transportation for active seniors who need little personal care.
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.
A 0–100 score of a facility's regulatory inspection record, shown as a letter and compared with other facilities of the same kind in the same state. This is a proprietary Assisted Living Magazine grade. It is not a government rating. A dash means we have no inspection data for that facility.
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.
Atria Evergreen Valley
IL
AL
MC
RC
San Jose (Evergreen)
134
Facility 134
CA AVG 168
Rank #229 / 409
Yes
29
Facility 29
CA AVG 59
Rank #542 / 638
B+32
22
Facility 22
CA AVG 13
Rank #316 / 391
3
Facility 3
CA AVG 3
Rank #239 / 398
28
Facility 28
CA AVG 15
Rank #66 / 402
59.7%
Facility 59.7%
CA AVG 71.7%
Rank #283 / 361
Gp Of Aoc San Felipe Opco And Atria Aoc Ca Opco Gp PtrStudio / Suite / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
The Terraces of Roseville
IL
AL
RC
Roseville (Meadow Oaks)
199
Facility 199
CA AVG 168
Rank #97 / 409
Yes
58
Facility 58
CA AVG 59
Rank #355 / 638
B+30
20
Facility 20
CA AVG 13
Rank #300 / 391
6
Facility 6
CA AVG 3
Rank #327 / 398
32
Facility 32
CA AVG 15
Rank #42 / 402
78.9%
Facility 78.9%
CA AVG 71.7%
Rank #124 / 361
Terraces Sh LLC And Integral Senior Living Mgmt LLCStudio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Cogir of Brentwood
IL
AL
Brentwood (Brentwood Lake)
150
Facility 150
CA AVG 168
Rank #178 / 409
Yes
30
Facility 30
CA AVG 59
Rank #539 / 638
B+14
3
Facility 3
CA AVG 13
Rank #63 / 391
1
Facility 1
CA AVG 3
Rank #118 / 398
3
Facility 3
CA AVG 15
Rank #338 / 402
82.7%
Facility 82.7%
CA AVG 71.7%
Rank #97 / 361
Well Cogir Tenant III LLC And Cogir Management Usa IncStudio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
CityView
IL
AL
MC
Los Angeles (Fairfax)
166
Facility 166
CA AVG 168
Rank #144 / 409
No
95
Facility 95
CA AVG 59
Rank #22 / 638
B+37
28
Facility 28
CA AVG 13
Rank #341 / 391
2
Facility 2
CA AVG 3
Rank #185 / 398
7
Facility 7
CA AVG 15
Rank #240 / 402
72.3%
Facility 72.3%
CA AVG 71.7%
Rank #187 / 361
City View La, LLCStudio / 1 Bed
Carlton Senior Living Davis
IL
AL
MC
Davis
150
Facility 150
CA AVG 168
Rank #178 / 409
Yes
49
Facility 49
CA AVG 59
Rank #427 / 638
B+31
11
Facility 11
CA AVG 13
Rank #210 / 391
5
Facility 5
CA AVG 3
Rank #302 / 398
12
Facility 12
CA AVG 15
Rank #173 / 402
95.3%
Facility 95.3%
CA AVG 71.7%
Rank #23 / 361
Carlton Senior Living, LLCAlcove / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
The Point at Rockridge Senior Living
IL
AL
MC
RC
Oakland (Rockridge)
186
Facility 186
CA AVG 168
Rank #108 / 409
Yes
96
Facility 96
CA AVG 59
Rank #15 / 638
B+54
22
Facility 22
CA AVG 13
Rank #316 / 391
5
Facility 5
CA AVG 3
Rank #302 / 398
21
Facility 21
CA AVG 15
Rank #120 / 402
61.3%
Facility 61.3%
CA AVG 71.7%
Rank #274 / 361
Ag-Acp Rockridge Trs LLC And Integral Snr Lvg Mgmt LLCStudio / 1 Bed
Atria Covell Gardens
IL
AL
MC
RC
Davis (Senda Nueva)
210
Facility 210
CA AVG 168
Rank #80 / 409
Yes
38
Facility 38
CA AVG 59
Rank #493 / 638
B+35
18
Facility 18
CA AVG 13
Rank #283 / 391
6
Facility 6
CA AVG 3
Rank #327 / 398
28
Facility 28
CA AVG 15
Rank #66 / 402
82.4%
Facility 82.4%
CA AVG 71.7%
Rank #99 / 361
Wg Covell Sh LP And Atria Management Co LLCStudio / Suite / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Atria Encino Terrace
IL
AL
MC
Encino
85
Facility 85
CA AVG 168
Rank #323 / 409
Yes
81
Facility 81
CA AVG 59
Rank #132 / 638
B+34
21
Facility 21
CA AVG 13
Rank #308 / 391
0
Facility 0
CA AVG 3
Rank #1 / 398
7
Facility 7
CA AVG 15
Rank #240 / 402
70.6%
Facility 70.6%
CA AVG 71.7%
Rank #205 / 361
Aslo Gp, Encino Hills Opco. LP And Encino Terrace, LLCStudio / 1 Bed
Cadence at Rancho Cucamonga by Cogir
IL
AL
MC
Rancho Cucamonga (Cucamonga)
117
Facility 117
CA AVG 168
Rank #263 / 409
Yes
54
Facility 54
CA AVG 59
Rank #392 / 638
B+14
8
Facility 8
CA AVG 13
Rank #165 / 391
2
Facility 2
CA AVG 3
Rank #185 / 398
5
Facility 5
CA AVG 15
Rank #291 / 402
91.5%
Facility 91.5%
CA AVG 71.7%
Rank #38 / 361
Hsh-Rancho Management Ca, LLC And Cadence Sl Et AlStudio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Ivy Park at Laguna Woods
IL
AL
Laguna Woods
233
Facility 233
CA AVG 168
Rank #67 / 409
Yes
53
Facility 53
CA AVG 59
Rank #405 / 638
B+20
13
Facility 13
CA AVG 13
Rank #232 / 391
5
Facility 5
CA AVG 3
Rank #302 / 398
3
Facility 3
CA AVG 15
Rank #338 / 402
100.0%
Facility 100.0%
CA AVG 71.7%
Rank #1 / 361
Well Oak Tenant And Oakmont Managemet Group LLC1 Bed / 2 Bed

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Overview of Atria Evergreen Valley

Offering a tranquil space for senior living, Atria Evergreen Valley is a one-of-a-kind community located about a 12-minute drive from downtown San Jose, CA. The community offers Independent Living, Assisted Living, and Memory Care options in a serene environment with stunning nature views. Atria Evergreen Valley features thoughtfully designed spaces ranging from studio, one- and two-bedroom options for independent and assisted living or studio and shared suite options for memory care − all equipped with emergency alert systems and housekeeping service.

Atria Evergreen Valley aims to create an engaging, active lifestyle for its residents through all-inclusive senior living amenities. Residents can enjoy nutritious chef-prepared meals, socialize on the patio or courtyard, and find new favorites in the library. Amenities include a private dining room, off-site pool privileges, a salon, a game room, and a pet-friendly environment, all supported by 24-hour staff, concierge services, and daily educational, social, cultural, and fitness opportunities.

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Overview of The Terraces of Roseville

Operated by Terraces Sh LLC and Integral Senior Living Mgmt LLC, The Terraces of Roseville is a senior living community in Roseville, California. The Meadow Oaks community offers independent living, assisted living, and respite care in one location. Kristine Clawson serves as administrator. The community is about a mile from Roseville’s city center and roughly 5 miles from Mercy San Juan Medical Center.

The three-story building has been operating for 32 years and includes 199 beds. Housing options include studio, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom layouts ranging from about 410 to 730 square feet. Independent living units have a private bathroom, living area, and kitchenette, while some also open onto a patio or terrace. The community currently has an occupancy rate of 79%. There are still rooms available for new residents.

Residents can enjoy restaurant-style dining with award-recognized culinary offerings. Regular group outings include transportation, so residents can easily take part in activities outside the community. On-site amenities include a fitness center, theater, and library, providing several ways to stay active, social, and engaged. Pets are also welcome, allowing residents to bring a companion animal when they move.

The surrounding area has a Walk Score of 58, which is moderately walkable. Some errands can be completed on foot, but driving is required for other trips. State reviews have generally found the community meets assisted living regulations. One complaint review found concerns involving medication handling and staff training. Other complaints have focused on staff responsiveness and supervision, with several allegations either resolved or found unsubstantiated.

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Overview of Cogir of Brentwood

Cogir of Brentwood offers assisted living and independent living in Brentwood, CA. Assisted living includes help with daily tasks such as bathing, dressing, and medication while the resident keeps a private apartment. Independent living provides private living with community services and no daily care. Having both care levels can allow a resident’s needs to grow over time without requiring a move to another community.

The community has 150 beds with studio, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom apartments. A studio offers one private living space, while a two-bedroom layout can work for a couple moving together or for someone who wants a companion. Respite care provides a short stay when a usual caregiver needs to travel or recover. Temporary rehabilitation is also available for residents who need a place to recover and work on rehabilitation needs.

Residents can use the pool, salon and spa, restaurant-style dining, and on-site rehabilitation services. Meals are made with fresh, seasonal ingredients. Arts and crafts, exercise classes, social outings, and wellness programs give residents organized ways to spend their time, while community transportation supports outings or errands. Pets are allowed, and Jeffrey Freeth serves as the administrator.

Cogir of Brentwood is in the Brentwood Lake neighborhood. Its Walk Score of 30 places it in a car-dependent setting, so most errands require a car or a ride. The community’s transportation service gives residents who no longer drive another option for getting out.

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CityView

515 N La Brea Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90036
Overview of CityView

Dedicated to delivering unmatched retirement living experience, CityView is an excellent senior living community in Los Angeles, CA, offering three levels of care, including independent living, assisted living, and memory care. Here, residents are offered an array of studio and one bedroom suites with different floor plans designed to accommodate residents’ individual needs, preferences, and budget needs. Licensed nurses are available to offer personalized services tailored to accommodate residents’ needs and preferences, complemented with the support of visiting physician, podiatrist, dentist, and lab technicians that handle medical needs.

Convenient services, such as housekeeping, personal laundry, and free transportation to doctor appointments and other personal outings are offered to simplify residents’ living experience while giving them more time to live their best lives. Nutritious and delicious meals are provided with accommodation for special diets to make sure residents enjoy an excellent dining experience tailored to their needs and tastes. An array of amenities are also offered to give residents spaces for various activities and interests.

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Overview of Carlton Senior Living Davis

Situated in the neighborhood of Davis, CA, Carlton Senior Living Davis is an exceptional senior living community that offers three levels of care, including independent living, assisted living, and memory care. Committed to making residents’ as convenient and comfortable as possible, the community offers round the clock care and supervision, combined with emergency call systems and comprehensive support with daily living activities. Residents are free to choose their ideal accommodation, giving them a cozy living space that matches their preference and needs.

The community also handles the cleaning, laundry, maintenance, and utilities to give residents a maintenance-free retirement experience. Free from common tedious chores, residents can freely engage in the community’s vibrant activities and invigorating fitness programs for all abilities. In addition to its excellent amenities, residents are also offered an exquisite dining experience featuring delectable meals that are both tasty and healthy.

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Overview of The Point at Rockridge Senior Living

The Point at Rockridge Senior Living is an award-winning senior living community in Oakland, CA, offering independent living, assisted living, and memory care. The community offers distinctive floor plans, including studio and one-bedroom options each with a kitchenette and refrigerator. Emergency call systems and a dedicated team is available 24/7 to provide support and assistance should residents need it.

Recognized as a Best Assisted Living community by the U.S. news and World Report, the community proves its excellence in providing unparalleled care and senior living services. With services like weekly housekeeping and concierge services, residents enjoy utmost convenience and peace of mind. A wide array of beautiful amenities, such as elegant private dining rooms, fitness center, salon, cozy common areas, fitness center, and restaurant-style dining, add to the charm and advantage of living in The Point at Rockridge Senior Living.

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Overview of Atria Covell Gardens

Thoughtfully designed for comfort and connection, Atria Covell Gardens is an excellent senior living community located in Davis, CA. The community offers a range of senior living options, including independent living, assisted living, and memory care, tailored to meet various levels of care. Residents can enjoy an active lifestyle in a vibrant, engaging environment promoting physical and emotional well-being.

As part of its whole-person approach to well-being, Atria Covell Gardens guarantees its residents are free to participate, grow, and engage in activities that make them happy. Numerous dining options, various movie theaters, a fitness facility, chef-prepared meals, housekeeping, and barbershop services are just a few of the amenities the community has to offer. Additionally, residents have private gate access to the walking and cycling paths of the Davis Greenbelt, along with scenic apartments featuring balcony or patio options.

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Overview of Atria Encino Terrace

Located in the heart of the San Fernando Valley, Atria Encino Terrace provides independent living and assisted living options in Encino, CA. The community features a range of spacious studio and one-bedroom apartments equipped with an emergency alert system and a private bathroom with a walk-in shower. Atria’s Engage Life program encourages residents to engage in social, physical, and intellectual activities that provide residents with an enriched and meaningful life.

Atria Encino Terrace is dedicated to creating a fulfilling and vibrant living experience for its residents, offering them round-the-clock support, three chef-prepared meals daily with vegetarian dining options, and housekeeping services to make residents’ lives easier. The community provides wonderful amenities, including walking trails, a courtyard, an outdoor grill, off-site pool access, a game room, a salon, a library, and wifi access for entertainment and long-distance communication with their families.

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Overview of Cadence at Rancho Cucamonga by Cogir

Situated in the harmonious neighborhood of Church St. Rancho Cucamonga, CA, Cadence at Rancho Cucamonga is an idyllic senior living community providing assisted living, independent living, and memory care. Enjoy unmatched convenience and security with carefully crafted and spacious accommodations, including studio, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom apartments. The community doubles its efforts to meet seniors’ needs and aspirations with a kind, compassionate, and highly skilled team lending support for maintenance and other mundane activities.

Seek new adventures and reignite passions with engaging activities and enjoyable events. The community empowers residents to flourish and reach their full potential, providing a vibrant environment. Enjoy restaurant-style dining with healthy and tasty meals to meet seniors’ dietary needs and tastes. Cadence at Rancho Cucamonga is ideal for seniors looking to live an active and well-rounded lifestyle embraced by a warm community and tranquil spaces.

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Ivy Park at Laguna Woods

24441 Calle Sonora, Laguna Woods, CA 92637
Overview of Ivy Park at Laguna Woods

Welcoming residents and guests with warmth, Ivy Park at Laguna Woods located in Calle Sonora, Laguna Woods, CA, is an idyllic senior living community providing assisted living. The community offers a variety of floor plans including private studio, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom apartments. Ivy Park at Laguna Woods prioritizes the independence and growth of seniors, collaborating with them and their loved ones to deliver the utmost care and assistance that perfectly matches their needs.

Ivy Park at Laguna Woods fosters meaningful connections, encouraging residents to remain active and engage with others. Keeping the spark of inspiration and fulfillment, the community conducts social and educational programs. Residents enjoy all-day dining with freshly prepared healthy meals at Vine at Ivy Restaurant. The community includes a heated swimming pool and spa, a fitness center, a putting green, an activities studio, a media room, a full-service room, and cozy indoor and outdoor lounges for seniors’ wellness and leisure.

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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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Independent Living in California at a glance

Avg Walk Score: 59/ 100The average Walk Score across facilities in California. 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: 168The average licensed bed capacity across facilities in California. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: 90
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Frequently Asked Questions about Independent Living in California

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 640 independent living communities in California. Use the filters and comparison tools above to compare ratings, amenities, and pricing.

How do I choose the right independent living community in California?

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 California, 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 California?

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.