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Best Independent Living in California

Why trust this guide? Our editorial team analyzed 640 independent living communities in California 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: 57/ 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: 103The average licensed bed capacity across facilities in California. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: 90

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Reata Glen
IL
AL
MC
NH
Mission Viejo
840
Facility 840
CA AVG 103
Rank #2 / 1657
No
2
Facility 2
CA AVG 57
Rank #2044 / 2092
96
Facility 96
CA AVG 81
Rank #1 / 1401
8
0
Facility 0
CA AVG 13
Rank #1 / 1397
0
Facility 0
CA AVG 3
Rank #1 / 1164
12
Facility 12
CA AVG 13
Rank #569 / 1487
80.6%
Facility 80.6%
CA AVG 74.8%
Rank #584 / 1368
B-Reat Glen Orange County Ccrc1 Bed / 2 Bed / 3 Bed
Villa Lorena Senior Living
IL
AL
MC
San Diego (Black Mountain Ranch Village)
85
Facility 85
CA AVG 103
Rank #884 / 1657
No
32
Facility 32
CA AVG 57
Rank #1693 / 2092
73
Facility 73
CA AVG 81
Rank #1022 / 1401
14
20
Facility 20
CA AVG 13
Rank #1129 / 1397
1
Facility 1
CA AVG 3
Rank #413 / 1164
9
Facility 9
CA AVG 13
Rank #703 / 1487
72.9%
Facility 72.9%
CA AVG 74.8%
Rank #778 / 1368
-Santaluz Senior Partners,LP And Vlgp Inc(Gen. Partner)-
The Ivy at Wellington
IL
AL
Aliso Viejo
160
Facility 160
CA AVG 103
Rank #288 / 1657
No
29
Facility 29
CA AVG 57
Rank #1735 / 2092
79
Facility 79
CA AVG 81
Rank #881 / 1401
15
17
Facility 17
CA AVG 13
Rank #1061 / 1397
2
Facility 2
CA AVG 3
Rank #600 / 1164
3
Facility 3
CA AVG 13
Rank #1210 / 1487
78.8%
Facility 78.8%
CA AVG 74.8%
Rank #624 / 1368
-Well Oak Tenant LLC And Oakmont Management Group LLC-
Town & Country
IL
AL
MC
NH
Santa Ana (East Memory Lane)
328
Facility 328
CA AVG 103
Rank #45 / 1657
No
67
Facility 67
CA AVG 57
Rank #830 / 2092
64
Facility 64
CA AVG 81
Rank #1247 / 1401
23
28
Facility 28
CA AVG 13
Rank #1242 / 1397
4
Facility 4
CA AVG 3
Rank #828 / 1164
50
Facility 50
CA AVG 13
Rank #21 / 1487
32.9%
Facility 32.9%
CA AVG 74.8%
Rank #1355 / 1368
A+Christian And Missionary Alliance-
Cogir of Sonoma
IL
AL
Sonoma (Oregon Street)
82
Facility 82
CA AVG 103
Rank #901 / 1657
Yes
74
Facility 74
CA AVG 57
Rank #598 / 2092
87
Facility 87
CA AVG 81
Rank #568 / 1401
10
3
Facility 3
CA AVG 13
Rank #441 / 1397
2
Facility 2
CA AVG 3
Rank #600 / 1164
7
Facility 7
CA AVG 13
Rank #805 / 1487
34.1%
Facility 34.1%
CA AVG 74.8%
Rank #1342 / 1368
A+Welltower Cogir Tenant And Cogir Management Usa1 Bed / 2 Bed
Oakmont Gardens
IL
AL
Santa Rosa (Oakmont Village Association)
79
Facility 79
CA AVG 103
Rank #936 / 1657
Yes
34
Facility 34
CA AVG 57
Rank #1663 / 2092
64
Facility 64
CA AVG 81
Rank #1247 / 1401
24
15
Facility 15
CA AVG 13
Rank #1024 / 1397
24
Facility 24
CA AVG 3
Rank #1152 / 1164
4
Facility 4
CA AVG 13
Rank #1100 / 1487
62.0%
Facility 62.0%
CA AVG 74.8%
Rank #1069 / 1368
-Ffi Oakmont Tenant LLC And Life Care Services LLC1 Bed / 2 Bed
Cogir of North Bay
IL
NH
AL
Vallejo (Harry Floyd Terrace)
83
Facility 83
CA AVG 103
Rank #897 / 1657
Yes
47
Facility 47
CA AVG 57
Rank #1422 / 2092
86
Facility 86
CA AVG 81
Rank #630 / 1401
12
8
Facility 8
CA AVG 13
Rank #762 / 1397
2
Facility 2
CA AVG 3
Rank #600 / 1164
7
Facility 7
CA AVG 13
Rank #805 / 1487
44.6%
Facility 44.6%
CA AVG 74.8%
Rank #1300 / 1368
A+Welltower Cogir Tenant LLC And Cogir Mngt Usa IncStudio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Cogir of Rohnert Park
IL
AL
Rohnert Park
75
Facility 75
CA AVG 103
Rank #956 / 1657
Yes
27
Facility 27
CA AVG 57
Rank #1760 / 2092
76
Facility 76
CA AVG 81
Rank #946 / 1401
13
13
Facility 13
CA AVG 13
Rank #953 / 1397
4
Facility 4
CA AVG 3
Rank #828 / 1164
7
Facility 7
CA AVG 13
Rank #805 / 1487
56.0%
Facility 56.0%
CA AVG 74.8%
Rank #1160 / 1368
A+Welltower Cogir Tenant LLC And Cogir Mngt Usa IncStudio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Stoneridge Creek Pleasanton
IL
Pleasanton
828
Facility 828
CA AVG 103
Rank #3 / 1657
No
47
Facility 47
CA AVG 57
Rank #1422 / 2092
92
Facility 92
CA AVG 81
Rank #308 / 1401
11
6
Facility 6
CA AVG 13
Rank #654 / 1397
0
Facility 0
CA AVG 3
Rank #1 / 1164
12
Facility 12
CA AVG 13
Rank #569 / 1487
90.6%
Facility 90.6%
CA AVG 74.8%
Rank #265 / 1368
-Stoneridge Creek Pleasanton Ccrc LLC-
University Retirement Community
IL
AL
HC
MC
NH
Davis (West Davis)
500
Facility 500
CA AVG 103
Rank #22 / 1657
No
54
Facility 54
CA AVG 57
Rank #1242 / 2092
91
Facility 91
CA AVG 81
Rank #355 / 1401
12
4
Facility 4
CA AVG 13
Rank #529 / 1397
1
Facility 1
CA AVG 3
Rank #413 / 1164
28
Facility 28
CA AVG 13
Rank #158 / 1487
--Univer Retire Com At Davis/Pacific Retire Services1 Bed / 2 Bed / 3 Bed
Casa de las Campanas
IL
NH
AL
San Diego (Rancho Bernardo)
582
Facility 582
CA AVG 103
Rank #10 / 1657
No
12
Facility 12
CA AVG 57
Rank #1932 / 2092
90
Facility 90
CA AVG 81
Rank #398 / 1401
14
9
Facility 9
CA AVG 13
Rank #814 / 1397
0
Facility 0
CA AVG 3
Rank #1 / 1164
36
Facility 36
CA AVG 13
Rank #64 / 1487
86.8%
Facility 86.8%
CA AVG 74.8%
Rank #347 / 1368
A+Casa De Las Campanas/Life Care Service, LLC-
Chino Hills Senior Living
IL
AL
MC
RC
Chino Hills (Butterfield Ranch)
94
Facility 94
CA AVG 103
Rank #827 / 1657
Yes
30
Facility 30
CA AVG 57
Rank #1720 / 2092
63
Facility 63
CA AVG 81
Rank #1261 / 1401
24
21
Facility 21
CA AVG 13
Rank #1147 / 1397
6
Facility 6
CA AVG 3
Rank #953 / 1164
15
Facility 15
CA AVG 13
Rank #492 / 1487
94.7%
Facility 94.7%
CA AVG 74.8%
Rank #193 / 1368
A+Pacifica Chino Hills LP And Chino Hills Mgr LLCStudio / 1 Bed
The Park at Modesto
IL
Modesto
225
Facility 225
CA AVG 103
Rank #110 / 1657
Yes
9
Facility 9
CA AVG 57
Rank #1963 / 2092
63
Facility 63
CA AVG 81
Rank #1261 / 1401
33
30
Facility 30
CA AVG 13
Rank #1261 / 1397
9
Facility 9
CA AVG 3
Rank #1033 / 1164
5
Facility 5
CA AVG 13
Rank #988 / 1487
82.2%
Facility 82.2%
CA AVG 74.8%
Rank #547 / 1368
-Wm Milpitas Mgr LP,Gp Of Milpitas Phase I Ops LPStudio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Cogir of Vallejo Hills
IL
AL
Vallejo (Somerset Highlands)
80
Facility 80
CA AVG 103
Rank #916 / 1657
Yes
20
Facility 20
CA AVG 57
Rank #1846 / 2092
87
Facility 87
CA AVG 81
Rank #568 / 1401
9
7
Facility 7
CA AVG 13
Rank #719 / 1397
2
Facility 2
CA AVG 3
Rank #600 / 1164
7
Facility 7
CA AVG 13
Rank #805 / 1487
58.8%
Facility 58.8%
CA AVG 74.8%
Rank #1130 / 1368
A+Welltower Cogir Tenant LLC And Cogir Mngt Usa Inc1 Bed / 2 Bed
Carlton Senior Living Pleasant Hill – Martinez
IL
AL
Pleasant Hill
165
Facility 165
CA AVG 103
Rank #275 / 1657
Yes
65
Facility 65
CA AVG 57
Rank #888 / 2092
83
Facility 83
CA AVG 81
Rank #765 / 1401
10
6
Facility 6
CA AVG 13
Rank #654 / 1397
2
Facility 2
CA AVG 3
Rank #600 / 1164
37
Facility 37
CA AVG 13
Rank #55 / 1487
84.2%
Facility 84.2%
CA AVG 74.8%
Rank #404 / 1368
-Carlton Senior Living, LLCAlove / 1 Bed
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Overview of Seasons at Laguna Ridge

Ideally situated in the harmonious neighborhood of Elk Grove, CA, Seasons at Laguna Ridge is an idyllic retreat that offers independent living. Prioritizing the comfort of those 55+, the community has beautifully furnished and spacious one- and two-bedroom floor plans. Residents here also enjoy maintenance-free living with the community’s on-site maintenance and laundry spaces.

Residents can spend their days as they please with the community’s state-of-the-art amenities, including the billiards room, business center, recreation room, arts and crafts center, club house, pool, theater room, and community room. With its ideal location near local amenities, residents can easily access their necessities and leisure. The community is great for those looking to live independently in their golden years.

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Overview of Vintage at Laguna II Apartments

Make every moment count at Vintage at Laguna II Apartments, a welcoming community in Elk Grove, CA, offering independent living. The community has purposely built and spacious floor plans, promoting comfort and familiarity. Residents can also keep their peace of mind with on-site maintenance, a property manager, and laundry rooms.

A thoughtfully curated calendar of fun recreational activities and enriching programs is conducted to keep residents active and socially connected. Residents also have quick access to supermarkets and delightful restaurants for a delightful dining experience that caters to their dietary needs and preferences. The community has a clubhouse, a playground, a fitness center, and a spa, perfect for residents’ recreation and wellness.

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Overview of Woodside Senior Apartments

Peacefully nestled in the serene neighborhood of Ontario, CA, Woodside Senior Apartments is a distinct community that offers independent living. This pet-friendly community features beautifully furnished and cozy floor plans, promoting comfort and familiarity. Residents enjoy the best of their independence with on-site maintenance and management.

With a well-thought-out calendar of fun recreational activities and engaging programs, residents will not run out of things to do for recreation and wellness. The community’s fully furnished units also allow residents to prepare meals according to their nutritional needs and preferences. Amenities include sparkling pools, whirlpools, clubhouses, a spa, and fitness centers, ensuring residents can live actively and happily in retirement.

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Huntington Breeze

16171 Springdale Street, Huntington Beach, CA 92649
Overview of Huntington Breeze

Peacefully nestled near Marina Park in Huntington Beach, CA, Huntington Breeze is a unique community that offers independent living. The community has specially designed and spacious one- and two-bedroom floor plans, promoting comfort and familiarity. Residents can keep their peace of mind with on-site maintenance and management.

Fun recreational activities and engaging programs are conducted to keep residents active and well-connected. With plenty of delightful restaurants nearby, residents are guaranteed quick access to a variety of dining options that satisfy their dietary needs and preferences. Amenities include a fitness center, a library, a business center, a pool, a spa, a hot tub, creating the ideal setting for a worry-free retirement.

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FountainGlen Seacliff

7181 Garden Glen Ct, Huntington Beach, CA 92648
Overview of Fountainglen Seacliff

Spend the best of your later years at Fountainglen Seacliff, a vibrant 55+ community in Huntington Beach, CA, offering independent living. With purposely built and sophisticated one- and two-bedroom floor plans, residents can rest assured of finding the accommodation that best matches their preferences. The community also provides on-site management and 24-hour emergency maintenance for residents’ peace of mind.

Encouraging residents to live actively and make new friends, various fun activities and engaging programs are conducted based on their interests and capabilities. Pets are also welcome to accompany residents and ensure they won’t feel lonely during their stay. Amenities include a clubhouse, a fitness center, billiards, a game room, a business center, and a library, creating the ideal setting for the finest retirement experience.

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Overview of Citrus Hills 55+ Community

Make every moment count at Citrus Hills, a newly built 55+ community in Fontana, CA, offering independent living. With a variety of purposely built and spacious one- and two-bedroom floor plans, residents can rest assured of finding a new place of comfort. The community also provides on-site management and plenty of laundry areas for residents’ convenience.

Residents will not run out of things to do with a carefully curated calendar of engaging programs and exciting events that highlight their interests and capabilities. The community also features a BBQ and picnic area, ensuring residents enjoy mealtimes that cater to their dietary needs and preferences. Amenities include a spa, a hot tub, a recreation room, an elevator, a fitness center, and a pool, ensuring residents enjoy retirement.

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Overview of Santiago Villas Senior Apartments

Ideally situated in the thriving neighborhood of Santa Ana, CA, Santiago Villas Senior Apartments is an idyllic 55+ community that offers independent living. Residents find the accommodation that best matches their preferences with specially designed and spacious floor plans. The community promotes a vibrant and friendly environment, ensuring residents are comfortable and safe.

Residents will not feel lonely with a thoughtfully planned calendar of fun recreational activities and engaging programs that aim to keep them active and socially connected. Several restaurants are set nearby, providing residents with a variety of dining options that cater to their dietary needs and preferences. The community is great for those seeking independence in their golden years.

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Overview of Vintage Glen Senior Apartments | Affordable Apartments 62+

Live a blissful retirement at Vintage Glen Senior Apartments, a dedicated 62+ community in Sacramento, CA, offering independent living. Residents can find the accommodation that best matches their preferences with the community’s beautifully furnished and cozy one- and two-bedroom floor plans. Residents can ease their worries with the community’s on-site management, maintenance, and laundry.

With recreation sites and local amenities nearby, residents make new friends and create meaningful moments. The community’s convenient apartment amenities allow residents to prepare their meals according to their dietary needs and preferences. Other amenities include a library, a clubhouse, a TV lounge, a spa, a business center, and a pool, creating the ideal setting for residents to spend their golden years happily.

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Overview of Parkview Terrace Senior Community

Parkview Terrace Senior Community is an astounding community in San Francisco, CA, offering independent living. Prioritizing residents’ comfort and safety, the community has cozy and wheelchair-accessible studio and one-bedroom floor plans. Residents feel a sense of belonging during their stay in the community’s warm and welcoming environment.

Fun recreational activities and enriching programs are conducted to keep residents active and socially connected. With several delightful restaurants nearby, residents find plenty of dining options to satisfy their dietary needs and preferences. The community is ideal for those looking to live comfortably in their golden years, especially with its purposely built amenities and friendly setting.

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Overview of Campus Commons Senior Living

Gain meaningful experiences with Campus Commons Senior Living, an outstanding 62+ community set in the harmonious neighborhood of Sacramento, CA, that offers independent living. The community features spacious one- and two-bedroom accommodations designed to promote comfort and familiarity. Residents have more time to do the things they truly enjoy, with the community handling the busy work and maintenance.

Residents are encouraged to live actively and meet new friends with a variety of fun activities and exciting events tailored to their leisure and wellness. With restaurant-style dining, residents enjoy delightful and well-balanced meals that cater to their dietary needs and preferences. The community is equipped with a library, a pond area, an enclosed dog park, and serene walking paths, creating the ideal setting for a worry-free retirement.

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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 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.