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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
Overview of Johnson Gardens Apartments

Johnson Gardens Apartments is an inviting independent living community in Ventura, CA, that offers spacious accommodations for older adults. The community promotes a home-like atmosphere for residents’ comfort and convenience. With a variety of apartment features and maintenance services, residents are guaranteed a maintenance-free living. Here, residents can live comfortably in retirement with the community’s exceptional services.

Fun gatherings and light exercises also allow residents to interact with friends and stay active. Thoughtfully furnished living spaces and welcoming gathering areas ensure residents can rest without hassles. Residents can also easily access various entertainment options and their necessities in the community’s ideal setting in the quiet residential area of Ventura. As a trusted choice for senior living in California, this independent living community continuously helps older adults maintain their independence in retirement.

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Overview of Regency at Folsom Ranch

Live the retirement of your dreams with Regency at Folsom Ranch, an esteemed 55+ community in the welcoming residential area of Olive Orchard Drive, Folsom, CA, offering independent living. With beautifully furnished and sophisticated two- to three-bedroom floor plans, residents have many options to match their preferred accommodations. Residents are guaranteed to live a worry-free lifestyle, with the community handling the busy work.

With its convenient location near leisure sites and local amenities, residents have easy access to their needs and preferences. Encouraging residents to live actively, the community has a variety of cozy amenities designed for recreation and wellness. Here, residents are guaranteed to have the finest retirement experience, surrounded by the community’s top-notch amenities that include a vast clubhouse with an indoor lap pool, an outdoor heated pool, a fitness center, and fire pits.

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Overview of Rudolph Hendrickson Senior Apartments

Beautifully nestled against Angalls and Demens Canyon in Rancho Cucamonga, CA, Rudolph Hendrickson Senior Apartments is a blissful retreat that offers independent living. With a variety of beautifully furnished and cozy one- and two-bedroom floor plans, residents are guaranteed to find the accommodation that best matches their preferences. On-site maintenance, management, and laundry are also provided, so residents can live a worry-free lifestyle.

With a thoughtfully curated calendar of fun activities and enriching programs, residents can spend their days as they please. Residents also have quick access to freeways, shopping, and public transportation for leisure and necessities. With cozy communal spaces and state-of-the-art amenities, residents have the finest retirement experience.

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Overview of Four Seasons Palm Springs Hoa

Located on Four Seasons Boulevard in Palm Springs, California, Four Seasons Palm Springs Hoa is a residential community designed for older adults seeking an active and socially connected lifestyle. Although the surrounding neighborhood is largely car-dependent, the community offers a variety of on-site amenities that encourage recreation and daily engagement.

Residents can enjoy outdoor features such as swimming pools, spas, tennis courts, bocce ball courts, covered barbecue areas, and shared gathering spaces. Meanwhile, indoor amenities include a fitness center, billiards room, library, crafts studio, on-site salon, and bistro, providing convenient options for wellness, hobbies, dining, and social interaction.

For individuals and families exploring the community, an in-person visit can provide a better understanding of the residential setting, available living arrangements, and the amenities offered to support day-to-day living.

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Overview of Bella Vista at Promontory Point

Bella Vista at Promontory Point is an active 55+ independent living community in Ventura, CA, that features spacious two- and three-bedroom apartments. Promoting a lively and inviting environment, the community ensures older adults’ comfort and sense of belonging. Each apartment also features a fully equipped kitchen, a washer and a dryer, and a fireplace, ensuring residents’ convenience. Here, residents can maintain their independence with ease, accompanied by its exceptional services.

Social gatherings, light exercises, and various recreational activities provide residents with more options to spend their every day actively and happily. A spa, a clubhouse, and a pool are among the communal spaces that residents can use for relaxation and wellness. With its beautiful setting along California coast, the community ensures residents experience the lively beach-town feel while having easy access to city amenities. This independent living community is one of the best choices for senior living in California, as it has top-notch amenities that can help older adults live comfortably in retirement.

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Overview of Silvercrest Residences

Silvercrest Residences is a welcoming independent living community in Ventura, CA, that has a variety of thoughtfully designed accommodations for older adults. Here, older adults can feel at home, accompanied by the community’s warm and nurturing environment. Maintenance services, high-quality apartment features, and recreational opportunities are also offered to enrich residents’ living experiences. The community is dedicated to helping residents live independently in retirement with its accessible amenities.

Residents can explore new interests and have fun through various activities and social events. Cozy living spaces and lively communal areas allow residents to rest and interact with friends comfortably. With its ideal setting in the peaceful residential area of Ventura, near serene parks and grocery stores, residents have easy access to their leisure and necessities. Providing exceptional services and well-maintained amenities, this independent living community is undeniably one of the finest options for senior living in California.

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Overview of Mountain View Villas Apartments

Mountain View Villas Apartments is a top-tier independent living community in Indian Wells, CA, that offers one- and two-bedroom apartments for older adults. Promoting a warm and inviting environment, the community ensures older adults can find a home away from home. A property manager is also available on-site, alongside a breakfast and coffee concierge, and a shuttle to the train, helping residents maintain their independence with ease. The community also strives to keep residents comfortable and safe with its accessible amenities and thoughtfully designed spaces.

With a variety of recreational opportunities, social events, and fitness programs, residents can explore new interests and gain meaningful experiences. A clubhouse, a fitness center, a spa, and a cabana are among the state-of-the-art amenities that the community offers for residents’ leisure and wellness. A bus stop, restaurants, and shops also surround the area, providing residents with easy access to their needs. This independent living community has plenty of top-notch amenities and services dedicated to older adults’ welfare, making it an ideal option for senior living in California.

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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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Weighting overview

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    Resident Experience
  • 25%
    Regulatory
  • 15%
    Visual Media
  • 10%
    Website
  • 10%
    Stability
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    Environment
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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.

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  • Review Sentiment
  • Review Volume
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Regulatory & Safety Record 25%

State inspection records, citations, and complaint visits. We weight per-inspection rates more heavily than raw counts.

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  • State Inspections
  • Citations/Inspection
  • % Inspections w/ Citations
  • Complaint Visits
  • Accreditations
  • BBB Rating
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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
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Website & Operator Transparency 10%

Site quality and whether the operator publishes basic accountability information — staff names, contact details, ownership.

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  • Website Content
  • Mobile Usability
  • Staff Info Available
  • Owner Info Available
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Community Stability 10%

Operational signals indicating whether a community is well-run and meeting demand.

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  • Occupancy Rate
  • Bed Options
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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 648 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.