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Compare Independent Living around California
| The Reutlinger Community | IL AL MC NH SNF | Danville | 120
Facility
120
CA AVG
104
Rank
#561 / 1648 | No |
30
Facility
30
CA AVG
57
Rank
#1715 / 2087 | 86
Facility
86
CA AVG
81
Rank
#630 / 1399 | 22 | 11
Facility
11
CA AVG
13
Rank
#884 / 1388 | 1
Facility
1
CA AVG
3
Rank
#412 / 1160 | 26
Facility
26
CA AVG
13
Rank
#217 / 1494 | 65.0% | A+ | Reutlinger Community, The And Eskaton Properties Inc | Studio / 1 Bed |
| Spring Lake Village | IL NH AL MC | Santa Rosa (Melita) | 679
Facility
679
CA AVG
104
Rank
#8 / 1648 | No |
13
Facility
13
CA AVG
57
Rank
#1921 / 2087 | 88
Facility
88
CA AVG
81
Rank
#513 / 1399 | 13 | 6
Facility
6
CA AVG
13
Rank
#650 / 1388 | 2
Facility
2
CA AVG
3
Rank
#599 / 1160 | 39
Facility
39
CA AVG
13
Rank
#45 / 1494 | 0 | A+ | Front Porch Communities And Services | 1 Bed / 2 Bed |
| Mission Commons – A Provincial Senior Living Community | IL NH | Redlands (Live Oak Canyon) | -
Facility
-
CA AVG
104
Rank
#1287 / 1648 | Yes |
54
Facility
54
CA AVG
57
Rank
#1240 / 2087 | - | - | - | - | - | 0 | - | - | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed |
| Harrison Villa of Mt. San Antonio Gardens | IL AL MC NH SNF | Pomona | 520
Facility
520
CA AVG
104
Rank
#16 / 1648 | No |
45
Facility
45
CA AVG
57
Rank
#1470 / 2087 | 94
Facility
94
CA AVG
81
Rank
#185 / 1399 | 12 | 3
Facility
3
CA AVG
13
Rank
#441 / 1388 | 0
Facility
0
CA AVG
3
Rank
#1 / 1160 | 33
Facility
33
CA AVG
13
Rank
#92 / 1494 | 84.0% | - | Congregational Homes, Incorporated | Studio |
| O‘Connor Woods | IL AL MC NH RC SNF | Stockton (Sherwood Manor) | 499
Facility
499
CA AVG
104
Rank
#23 / 1648 | Yes |
22
Facility
22
CA AVG
57
Rank
#1821 / 2087 | 94
Facility
94
CA AVG
81
Rank
#185 / 1399 | 11 | 2
Facility
2
CA AVG
13
Rank
#324 / 1388 | 0
Facility
0
CA AVG
3
Rank
#1 / 1160 | 34
Facility
34
CA AVG
13
Rank
#82 / 1494 | 0 | - | O'connor Woods Housing | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed |
| Vi at Palo Alto | IL AL MC NH SNF | Palo Alto | 876
Facility
876
CA AVG
104
Rank
#1 / 1648 | No |
80
Facility
80
CA AVG
57
Rank
#416 / 2087 | 90
Facility
90
CA AVG
81
Rank
#398 / 1399 | 20 | 10
Facility
10
CA AVG
13
Rank
#845 / 1388 | 0
Facility
0
CA AVG
3
Rank
#1 / 1160 | 21
Facility
21
CA AVG
13
Rank
#336 / 1494 | 73.1% | - | Cc Palo Alto LLC And Classic Res. Mgmt. Ltd. Partner | 1 Bed / 2 Bed / 3 Bed |
| Vi at La Jolla Village | IL AL MC NH SNF | San Diego (University City) | 783
Facility
783
CA AVG
104
Rank
#5 / 1648 | No |
88
Facility
88
CA AVG
57
Rank
#218 / 2087 | 84
Facility
84
CA AVG
81
Rank
#730 / 1399 | 29 | 17
Facility
17
CA AVG
13
Rank
#1056 / 1388 | 0
Facility
0
CA AVG
3
Rank
#1 / 1160 | 27
Facility
27
CA AVG
13
Rank
#184 / 1494 | 69.3% | - | Ccw La Jolla LLC, Cc La Jolla LLC, And Classic Res Mgmt | Suite / Penthouse / 1 Bed / 2 Bed |
| University Retirement Community | IL AL HC MC NH SNF | Davis (West Davis) | 500
Facility
500
CA AVG
104
Rank
#22 / 1648 | No |
54
Facility
54
CA AVG
57
Rank
#1240 / 2087 | 91
Facility
91
CA AVG
81
Rank
#355 / 1399 | 12 | 4
Facility
4
CA AVG
13
Rank
#525 / 1388 | 1
Facility
1
CA AVG
3
Rank
#412 / 1160 | 28
Facility
28
CA AVG
13
Rank
#159 / 1494 | 0 | - | Univer Retire Com At Davis/Pacific Retire Services | 1 Bed / 2 Bed / 3 Bed |
| Canterbury Woods | IL AL NH SNF | Pacific Grove | 190
Facility
190
CA AVG
104
Rank
#180 / 1648 | No |
81
Facility
81
CA AVG
57
Rank
#383 / 2087 | 91
Facility
91
CA AVG
81
Rank
#355 / 1399 | 9 | 2
Facility
2
CA AVG
13
Rank
#324 / 1388 | 1
Facility
1
CA AVG
3
Rank
#412 / 1160 | 42
Facility
42
CA AVG
13
Rank
#34 / 1494 | 72.6% | A+ | Front Porch Communities And Services | 1 Bed / 2 Bed |
| The Terraces at San Joaquin Gardens a CCRC | IL AL MC NH SNF | Fresno | 652
Facility
652
CA AVG
104
Rank
#9 / 1648 | No |
57
Facility
57
CA AVG
57
Rank
#1155 / 2087 | 88
Facility
88
CA AVG
81
Rank
#513 / 1399 | 4 | 4
Facility
4
CA AVG
13
Rank
#525 / 1388 | 2
Facility
2
CA AVG
3
Rank
#599 / 1160 | 32
Facility
32
CA AVG
13
Rank
#108 / 1494 | 57.2% | A+ | Humangood & Humangood Norcal & Humangood Fresno | - |
| Town & Country | IL AL MC NH SNF | Santa Ana (East Memory Lane) | 328
Facility
328
CA AVG
104
Rank
#45 / 1648 | No |
67
Facility
67
CA AVG
57
Rank
#829 / 2087 | 64
Facility
64
CA AVG
81
Rank
#1246 / 1399 | 23 | 28
Facility
28
CA AVG
13
Rank
#1237 / 1388 | 4
Facility
4
CA AVG
3
Rank
#829 / 1160 | 50
Facility
50
CA AVG
13
Rank
#22 / 1494 | 32.9% | A+ | Christian And Missionary Alliance | - |
| The Vineyards – California Armenian Home | IL AL MC NH RESC SNF | Fresno (Roosevelt) | 412
Facility
412
CA AVG
104
Rank
#27 / 1648 | Yes |
24
Facility
24
CA AVG
57
Rank
#1793 / 2087 | 91
Facility
91
CA AVG
81
Rank
#355 / 1399 | 14 | 8
Facility
8
CA AVG
13
Rank
#758 / 1388 | 0
Facility
0
CA AVG
3
Rank
#1 / 1160 | 41
Facility
41
CA AVG
13
Rank
#38 / 1494 | 54.1% | - | California Home For The Aged Inc | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed |
| Webster House | IL AL NH SNF | Palo Alto (Crescent Park) | 54
Facility
54
CA AVG
104
Rank
#1116 / 1648 | No |
90
Facility
90
CA AVG
57
Rank
#171 / 2087 | 94
Facility
94
CA AVG
81
Rank
#185 / 1399 | 7 | 0
Facility
0
CA AVG
13
Rank
#1 / 1388 | 0
Facility
0
CA AVG
3
Rank
#1 / 1160 | 11
Facility
11
CA AVG
13
Rank
#614 / 1494 | 90.7% | - | Front Porch Communities And Services | 1 Bed / 2 Bed |
| Miranda Villa | IL | San Jose (Bascom - Forest) | -
Facility
-
CA AVG
104
Rank
#678 / 1648 | No |
77
Facility
77
CA AVG
57
Rank
#509 / 2087 | - | - | - | - | - | 0 | - | - | Studio / 1 Bed |
| Redlands Healthcare Center | IL AL HOS MC NH PC RC SNF | Redlands (South Redlands) | 78
Facility
78
CA AVG
104
Rank
#935 / 1648 | No |
26
Facility
26
CA AVG
57
Rank
#1771 / 2087 | - | - | - | - | - | 92.3% | - | - | Private / Shared Rooms |
Enjoy the best of your golden years with Lakemont Apartments, a blissful retreat set in the thriving neighborhood of Oakland, CA, focusing on independent living. The community has 66 beautifully designed and snug accommodations, perfect for those looking to downsize in retirement. With nearby local amenities, residents keep peace of mind and have easy access to recreational opportunities and necessities.
Here, residents enjoy plenty of activities with stunning natural landscapes and waterfront scenery. The community also offers a relatively affordable housing rate, ensuring residents can stay on their budgets while retaining their independence. Live a worry-free retirement within the community’s purposely built amenities, and have easy access to top-notch local amenities that the neighborhood has in store.
Beautifully nestled near Lake Merritt in Oakland, CA, The Lake Merritt Apartments is a blissful retreat that offers independent living. The community has purposely built and spacious one-bedroom floor plans, ensuring residents are comfortable and safe. Utilities are also taken care of, easing residents’ financial burdens.
Here, residents can spend their days as they please with the community’s proximity to recreation sites and natural spaces. Many restaurants are also set nearby, providing residents with a variety of dining options that cater to their dietary needs and preferences. The community is great for those looking to live independently in their golden years.
Surrounded by thriving amenities in Bakersfield, CA, Village Park Senior Apartments is a distinguished community that offers independent living. The community features cozy and well-thought-out one- and two-bedroom floor plans that aim to keep residents comfortable and safe. Residents can rest their worries with the community’s convenient amenities, allowing them to enjoy maintenance-free living.
With the community’s proximity to recreation sites, residents can easily access activities for leisure and wellness. Several restaurants are also set nearby, providing residents with a variety of dining options that cater to their dietary needs and preferences. The community’s purposely built amenities, including a game room, a fitness center, and a courtyard, create the ideal setting for residents to spend their golden years without worries.
Make the most of your independence at Metro East Senior Park, a distinguished 62+ community in Santa Ana, CA, offering independent living. The community has purposely built and well-maintained studio to two-bedroom floor plans, ensuring residents are comfortable and safe. Residents can feel a sense of belonging in the community’s vibrant and friendly environment.
With its proximity to serene recreation sites and delightful restaurants, residents have easy access to leisure and necessities. The community also features a gourmet kitchen to prepare meals that satisfy residents’ nutritional needs and preferences. Residents are guaranteed the finest retirement experience with the community’s state-of-the-art amenities and inviting setting.
Spend your golden years at Canterbury Court Senior Apartments, a one-of-a-kind 55+ community that offers independent living. The community features beautifully designed and cozy one-bedroom floor plans, ensuring residents find the accommodation that best matches their preferences. Residents can keep their peace of mind with the community’s maintenance and on-site services.
With a flexible calendar of fun recreational activities and exciting events, residents can spend their days as they please and make new friends. Delightful restaurants are available nearby, providing residents with a variety of dining options to satisfy their dietary needs and preferences. The community’s bright and friendly environment is ideal for those looking to downsize in retirement.
Beautifully set near Kewin Park in Modesto, CA, Tower Park is an idyllic retreat that offers independent living. With specially designed and spacious one-bedroom floor plans, residents are guaranteed to find the accommodation that best suits their preferences. The community also strives to meet residents’ special needs with a service coordinator.
Enriching social activities and exciting events are conducted to keep residents active and socially connected. Several restaurants are set nearby, providing residents with plenty of dining options to satisfy their dietary needs and preferences. Residents are guaranteed the finest retirement experience with the community’s cozy amenities and friendly setting.
Gardens at Sierra is a one-of-a-kind community in Fontana, CA, offering independent living. The community features beautifully furnished and cozy one- and two-bedroom floor plans, ensuring residents’ comfort and safety. Residents also enjoy maintenance-free living in the community’s cozy and friendly environment.
A well-thought-out calendar of fun recreational activities and exciting events is conducted, encouraging residents to live actively and make new friends. Residents can rest assured of enjoying a hassle-free living with on-site maintenance and laundry. The community is ideal for those looking to live independently in retirement.
Live the best of your golden years at Heritage Park Apartments, a distinct 55+ community in Oxnard, CA, offering independent living. With beautifully designed and spacious one- and two-bedroom floor plans, residents are guaranteed comfort and safety. The community also promotes a vibrant and welcoming environment, so residents can feel a sense of belonging during their stay.
Residents also enjoy a worry-free lifestyle with on-site management, maintenance, and laundry. The community’s proximity to thriving local amenities and recreation sites, residents have quick access to their necessities and leisure. Pets are also welcome to accompany residents during their stay, ensuring the finest retirement experience.
Conveniently located in the harmonious neighborhood of Glendale, CA, Casa De La Paloma is a dedicated 62+ community that offers independent living. This 167-bed community features a specialized community, which is a home that aims to provide features at home. Residents can keep their peace of minds with the community’s dedicated services and on-site maintenance.
Here, residents are encouraged to live actively and make new friends with a thoughtfully curated calendar of exciting events and engaging programs. The community also features top-notch kitchens, so residents can prepare meals according to their nutritional needs and preferences. With its exceptional services and top-notch amenities, residents enjoy the best of their golden years.
Serenely located near Veterans Memorial Park in Ontario, CA, the Palm Terrace II Co-Op Apartments is an astounding community that offers independent living. Residents enjoy the utmost comfort with specially designed and spacious one-bedroom accommodations. The community provides on-site maintenance and laundry for residents’ convenience
Residents have easy access to recreation sites and thriving local amenities to encourage them to live actively and make new friends. With a full kitchen, residents can prepare meals according to their dietary needs and preferences. The community has a gift shop, a library, and gated reserve parking, creating the ideal environment for downsizing without hassles.
Ranking Methodology
How we rank these independent living communities
Every community above is evaluated across six weighted categories using public data including state inspection records, review platforms, BBB profiles, and operator-published materials.
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 652 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.



















