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Best Independent Living in Davis, CA

Why trust this guide? Our editorial team analyzed 3 independent living communities in Davis, 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: 47/ 100The average Walk Score across facilities in Davis, 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: 287The average licensed bed capacity across facilities in Davis, CA. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: 90

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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
Atria Covell Gardens
IL
AL
MC
RC
Davis (Senda Nueva)
210
Facility 210
CA AVG 103
Rank #134 / 1657
Yes
38
Facility 38
CA AVG 57
Rank #1584 / 2092
66
Facility 66
CA AVG 81
Rank #1218 / 1401
30
18
Facility 18
CA AVG 13
Rank #1088 / 1397
6
Facility 6
CA AVG 3
Rank #953 / 1164
28
Facility 28
CA AVG 13
Rank #158 / 1487
82.4%
Facility 82.4%
CA AVG 74.8%
Rank #541 / 1368
Wg Covell Sh LP; Atria Management Co LLCStudio / Suite / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Carlton Senior Living Davis
IL
AL
MC
Davis (5Th Street)
150
Facility 150
CA AVG 103
Rank #343 / 1657
Yes
49
Facility 49
CA AVG 57
Rank #1370 / 2092
71
Facility 71
CA AVG 81
Rank #1079 / 1401
17
11
Facility 11
CA AVG 13
Rank #889 / 1397
5
Facility 5
CA AVG 3
Rank #895 / 1164
12
Facility 12
CA AVG 13
Rank #569 / 1487
95.3%
Facility 95.3%
CA AVG 74.8%
Rank #182 / 1368
Carlton Senior Living, LLCAlcove / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Care Home At Cottonwood, The
RC
Davis
812Carewell INC.
Care Home At Spanish Bay, The
RC
Davis
812Carewell INC.
Carewell At Pistachio LLC
RC
Davis
64526Carewell At Pistachio LLC
Elderly Care On Calmia
RC
Davis
72223Gen2019 LLC
Overview of University Retirement Community

Located in the heart of Davis, CA, University Retirement Community is a luxury senior living community that offers its residents an extravagant independent living environment. The community provides its residents with stunning and snug accommodations with home maintenance and other household chores taken care of for a carefree living experience. Each residence is equipped with private decks, large windows, full kitchens, and large living and dining areas that foster a comfortable and convenient living environment.

Designed to nurture residents’ overall aspect of well-being, the community also offers an array of wellness initiatives and enriching activities. Residents keep their minds sharp with the community’s excellent range of lifelong learning opportunities that help stimulate their minds and cognitive abilities. Here at University Retirement Community, residents spend less time worrying about the small things, and more time pursuing the things they love.

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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 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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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 Davis, 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 3 independent living communities in Davis, CA. Use the filters and comparison tools above to compare ratings, amenities, and pricing.

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