Best Independent Living in Los Angeles County, CA

Why trust this guide? Our editorial team analyzed 6 independent living communities in Los Angeles County, 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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Avg Walk Score: 61/ 100The average Walk Score across facilities in Los Angeles County, 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: 73The average licensed bed capacity across facilities in Los Angeles County, CA. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: 90

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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 to lowest based on our ranking 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. RESC (Residential Care): Personal care and daily-living support in a smaller, more intimate residential setting. IL (Independent Living): Community living with dining, activities, and transportation for active seniors who need little personal care. HOS (Hospice Care): Comfort-focused care for those with a terminal illness, prioritizing quality of life over treatment.
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.
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.
NOHO Senior Arts Colony
IL
Los Angeles (North Hollywood)
6
Facility 6
CA AVG 103
Rank #1,318 / 1,645
Yes
88
Facility 88
CA AVG 58
Rank #218 / 2,057
4
0
Facility 0
CA AVG 13
Rank #1 / 1,387
0
Facility 0
CA AVG 3
Rank #1 / 1,433
2
Facility 2
CA AVG 13
Rank #1,322 / 1,507
100.0%
Facility 100.0%
CA AVG 75.9%
Rank #1 / 1,452
Elegant Senior Living LLC1 Bed / 2 Bed
Ciela
IL
AL
MC
RESC
Pacific Palisades
100
Facility 100
CA AVG 103
Rank #697 / 1,645
Yes
9
Facility 9
CA AVG 58
Rank #1,960 / 2,057
8
4
Facility 4
CA AVG 13
Rank #525 / 1,387
2
Facility 2
CA AVG 3
Rank #724 / 1,433
2
Facility 2
CA AVG 13
Rank #1,322 / 1,507
64.0%
Facility 64.0%
CA AVG 75.9%
Rank #1,109 / 1,452
Ciela LLC And Millennium Advisors, IncStudio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
AvantGarde Senior Living | Tarzana
IL
AL
MC
RC
Tarzana
160
Facility 160
CA AVG 103
Rank #287 / 1,645
No
60
Facility 60
CA AVG 58
Rank #1,048 / 2,057
77
63
Facility 63
CA AVG 13
Rank #1,365 / 1,387
15
Facility 15
CA AVG 3
Rank #1,367 / 1,433
15
Facility 15
CA AVG 13
Rank #518 / 1,507
76.3%
Facility 76.3%
CA AVG 75.9%
Rank #776 / 1,452
Avantgarde Senior LivingStudio
Foothill Retirement
IL
AL
MC
Tujunga
72
Facility 72
CA AVG 103
Rank #976 / 1,645
No
75
Facility 75
CA AVG 58
Rank #562 / 2,057
16
10
Facility 10
CA AVG 13
Rank #845 / 1,387
4
Facility 4
CA AVG 3
Rank #1,010 / 1,433
10
Facility 10
CA AVG 13
Rank #706 / 1,507
83.3%
Facility 83.3%
CA AVG 75.9%
Rank #504 / 1,452
Foothill Retirement Operator LLC And Paradise Of N Vly-
Bentley Manor by SCH
IL
AL
MC
RC
Los Angeles (Westdale)
27
Facility 27
CA AVG 103
Rank #1,267 / 1,645
No
58
Facility 58
CA AVG 58
Rank #1,126 / 2,057
21
12
Facility 12
CA AVG 13
Rank #919 / 1,387
2
Facility 2
CA AVG 3
Rank #724 / 1,433
3
Facility 3
CA AVG 13
Rank #1,237 / 1,507
92.6%
Facility 92.6%
CA AVG 75.9%
Rank #279 / 1,452
Specialized Community Healthcare CompanyStudio
La Mirada Heights
IL
HOS
La Mirada
-Yes
74
Facility 74
CA AVG 58
Rank #597 / 2,057
------Suite / 1 Bed / 2 Bed

Rank badges are statewide: each community is ranked against every CA community we track that reports that metric, not just the 6 analyzed for Los Angeles County.

Overview of Noho Senior Arts Colony

Spend your best years doing what you love with the idyllic senior living community of Noho Senior Arts Colony residing in the quiet residential street of Magnolia Boulevard, Los Angeles, CA, that offers senior housing. With its beautiful and elegant selection of one-bedroom and two-bedroom residences, the community ensures seniors aged 62 and above experience a vibrant and safe retirement. A reliable and skilled team lends extra hands for seniors to maximize their freedom.

Experience the bright and welcoming environment of Noho Senior Arts Colony through a wide array of engaging programs and fun activities. Have a satisfactory dining experience with healthy and tasty meals catering to dietary needs and preferences. Noho Senior Arts Colony strives to provide a haven for seniors seeking to enjoy their golden years surrounded by art and culture.

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Ciela

17310 Vereda De La Montura, Pacific Palisades, CA 90272
Overview of Ciela

A prestigious senior living community residing in the harmonious neighborhood of West Vereda De La Montura, Pacific Palisades, CA, Ciela offers assisted living, independent living, and memory care. Treat yourself to a vacation for a lifetime with snug and sophisticated residences of Ciela in variations of studio, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom floor plans. With a compassionate and highly trained team providing top-tier care and assistance, seniors gain more time to enjoy the things they love.

Mingle with the community through engaging activities and fun programs. Moreover, the community prepares delightful and nutritious meals to cater to dietary needs and preferences. Ciela is a haven for seniors aiming to optimize their freedom while receiving exceptional care for their ever-changing needs with its incredible amenities and cozy spaces.

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Overview of AvantGarde Senior Living | Tarzana

Reach your full potential with the venerable senior living community of AvantGarde Senior Living Tarzana set in the peaceful neighborhood of Lindley Avenue, Tarzana, CA, that offers assisted living, independent living, memory care, and respite care. Featuring newly refurbished residences with various floor plans, the community ensures seniors enjoy a comfortable and safe retirement. The community takes pride in a team of respectful and specially trained professionals delivering top-notch care and assistance

AvantGarde Senior Living Tarzana promotes a vibrant and inviting environment, utilizing innovative and holistic approaches seniors are taken care of in every aspect. Maintain an active and well-engaged lifestyle with social and cultural activities conducted all year round. Have the finest dining experience with well-balanced meals catering to nutritional needs and preferences. With its incredible amenities and well-lit grounds, AvantGarde Senior Living Tarzana is great for seniors looking to live an independent lifestyle without worries.

Contact AvantGarde Senior Living | Tarzana

Overview of Foothill Retirement

Located on the picturesque landscapes of Esteban Street, Tujunga, CA, Foothill Retirement is an astounding senior living community that provides assisted living, independent living, memory care, and respite care. Prioritizing seniors’ comfort and wellness, the community features purposely crafted and spacious accommodations. Spend your golden years doing what you love with exceptional care and support from a kind and compassionate team.

Foothill Retirement goes above and beyond to ensure residents have the finest experience, conducting stimulating activities and engaging programs for enjoyment and wellness. Have a delightful dining experience with healthy and delicious meals satisfying dietary requirements and preferences. Foothill Retirement is great for seniors looking to live a well-rounded lifestyle with its serene spaces and scenic views.

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Overview of Bentley Manor by Sch

Settling in the harmonious neighborhood of McLaughlin Avenue, Los Angeles, CA, Bentley Manor by Sch is a reliable senior living community that provides assisted living. Relax within the purposely designed and sophisticated residences of Bentley Manor by Sch. Helping with seniors’ needs and aspirations, the community doubles its efforts to deliver top-notch care and support from a team of compassionate and highly skilled professionals for an active and well-versed retirement.

Ideally located near wonderful attractions and practical amenities, seniors can easily access their necessities and desires. Enjoyable activities and engaging programs are also conducted for seniors’ leisure and wellness. With its commitment to ensuring residents’ well-being, the community serves healthy and delicious meals for dietary satisfaction. Bentley Manor by Sch is a safe place to spend your golden years with its ethereal campus filled with incredible amenities and inviting spaces.

Contact Bentley Manor by SCH

Overview of La Mirada Heights

La Mirada Heights located in the harmonious residential area of Mirada Boulevard, La Mirada, CA, is a distinguished senior living community that provides independent living. With various cozy and pet-friendly residences ranging from studio to two-bedroom floor plans, seniors experience comfort and convenience like no other. The community goes above and beyond to lend extra hands for seniors to live their daily lives with ease.

Utilize the community’s communal spaces for entertainment and leisure. Residents can also explore a variety of hobbies and relive interests through engaging activities and nourishing programs. The community serves delicious and healthy meals to meet dietary restrictions and tastes. La Mirada Heights is great for seniors who want to enjoy a hassle-free retirement with its peaceful spaces and welcoming environment.

Contact La Mirada Heights

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 Los Angeles County, 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 6 independent living communities in Los Angeles County, CA. Use the filters and comparison tools above to compare ratings, amenities, and pricing.

How do I choose the right independent living community in Los Angeles County, 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 Los Angeles County, 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 Los Angeles County, 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.