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| Palmilla Senior Living |
IL Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support.
AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.
MC Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk. | Albuquerque (Cottonwood Heights) | 95
Facility
95
NM AVG
69
Rank
#45 / 148 | No |
31
Facility
31
NM AVG
43
Rank
#131 / 208 | Studio / 1 Bed |
78.9%
Facility
78.9%
NM AVG
78.5%
Rank
#68 / 115 | - | Elizabeth Wisneski | Chp Albuquerque Nm Tenant Corp. | 10 | 1
Facility
1
NM AVG
3.8
Rank
#15 / 114 | 2
Facility
2
NM AVG
6.1
Rank
#14 / 114 | 9
Facility
9
NM AVG
30
Rank
#22 / 114 | 0.9
Facility
0.9
NM AVG
2.5
Rank
#17 / 114 |
| MorningStar Assisted Living and Memory Care of Rio Ranch |
IL Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support.
AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.
MC Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk. | Rio Rancho (Golf Course Corridor) | 94
Facility
94
NM AVG
69
Rank
#46 / 148 | Yes |
16
Facility
16
NM AVG
43
Rank
#163 / 208 | Suite | - | A+ | Patricia Faris | Ag-Cd Rio Rancho Owner, LLC | - | - | - | - | - |
| Kingston Residences of Santa Fe |
IL Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support.
AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.
MC Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk.
RC Respite Care Short-term temporary care — days to weeks — to give family caregivers a break. Full care provided during the stay. Often used after hospitalization or to trial a facility before a permanent placement decision. | Santa Fe (Legacy Court) | 105
Facility
105
NM AVG
69
Rank
#32 / 148 | Yes |
34
Facility
34
NM AVG
43
Rank
#127 / 208 | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed |
97.1%
Facility
97.1%
NM AVG
78.5%
Rank
#20 / 115 | A+ | Sandria Allen | Kingston Healthcare Company | 35 | 16
Facility
16
NM AVG
3.8
Rank
#113 / 114 | 18
Facility
18
NM AVG
6.1
Rank
#111 / 114 | 112
Facility
112
NM AVG
30
Rank
#112 / 114 | 3.2
Facility
3.2
NM AVG
2.5
Rank
#60 / 114 |
| Avamere at Rio Rancho |
IL Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support.
AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.
MC Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk.
RC Respite Care Short-term temporary care — days to weeks — to give family caregivers a break. Full care provided during the stay. Often used after hospitalization or to trial a facility before a permanent placement decision. | Rio Rancho (Corrales Heights) | 134
Facility
134
NM AVG
69
Rank
#9 / 148 | Yes |
2
Facility
2
NM AVG
43
Rank
#186 / 208 | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed |
80.6%
Facility
80.6%
NM AVG
78.5%
Rank
#57 / 115 | - | Bryanne Mandel | Rio Rancho Operations, LLC | 10 | 8
Facility
8
NM AVG
3.8
Rank
#104 / 114 | 10
Facility
10
NM AVG
6.1
Rank
#95 / 114 | 57
Facility
57
NM AVG
30
Rank
#89 / 114 | 5.7
Facility
5.7
NM AVG
2.5
Rank
#81 / 114 |
| Brookdale Valencia |
IL Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support.
AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence. | Albuquerque (South San Pedro) | 100
Facility
100
NM AVG
69
Rank
#40 / 148 | Yes |
79
Facility
79
NM AVG
43
Rank
#13 / 208 | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed | - | A+ | Candace Guerrero | Blc Albuquerque-Gc, LLC | - | - | - | - | - |
| The Montebello Academy |
IL Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support.
AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence. | Albuquerque (Academy Road Northeast) | 48
Facility
48
NM AVG
69
Rank
#84 / 148 | Yes |
17
Facility
17
NM AVG
43
Rank
#159 / 208 | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed |
70.8%
Facility
70.8%
NM AVG
78.5%
Rank
#85 / 115 | A+ | Amy Dimas | Snh Nm Tenant LLC | 9 | 1
Facility
1
NM AVG
3.8
Rank
#15 / 114 | 2
Facility
2
NM AVG
6.1
Rank
#14 / 114 | 6
Facility
6
NM AVG
30
Rank
#13 / 114 | 0.7
Facility
0.7
NM AVG
2.5
Rank
#13 / 114 |
| Camino Retirement Apartments |
IL Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support.
AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence. | Albuquerque (Monterey Manor) | 105
Facility
105
NM AVG
69
Rank
#32 / 148 | No |
80
Facility
80
NM AVG
43
Rank
#9 / 208 | - |
90.5%
Facility
90.5%
NM AVG
78.5%
Rank
#36 / 115 | A+ | Mr. Charles Patterson | Quilted Care Ltd. | 17 | 7
Facility
7
NM AVG
3.8
Rank
#96 / 114 | 7
Facility
7
NM AVG
6.1
Rank
#70 / 114 | 40
Facility
40
NM AVG
30
Rank
#75 / 114 | 2.4
Facility
2.4
NM AVG
2.5
Rank
#43 / 114 |
| The Montecito Santa Fé |
IL Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support.
AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.
MC Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk. | Santa Fe (Rodeo Road) | 52
Facility
52
NM AVG
69
Rank
#80 / 148 | No |
26
Facility
26
NM AVG
43
Rank
#141 / 208 | - |
67.3%
Facility
67.3%
NM AVG
78.5%
Rank
#93 / 115 | - | Mr Edgar Ortiz | Lifehouse Santa Fe Operations, LLC | 19 | 4
Facility
4
NM AVG
3.8
Rank
#58 / 114 | 11
Facility
11
NM AVG
6.1
Rank
#100 / 114 | 58
Facility
58
NM AVG
30
Rank
#90 / 114 | 3.1
Facility
3.1
NM AVG
2.5
Rank
#58 / 114 |
| Fairwinds – Rio Rancho |
IL Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support.
AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence. | Rio Rancho (Vista Grande) | 76
Facility
76
NM AVG
69
Rank
#62 / 148 | Yes |
11
Facility
11
NM AVG
43
Rank
#169 / 208 | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed |
100.0%
Facility
100.0%
NM AVG
78.5%
Rank
#1 / 115 | - | Doralei Perea-Davis | Rioav, LLC. | 19 | 6
Facility
6
NM AVG
3.8
Rank
#90 / 114 | 9
Facility
9
NM AVG
6.1
Rank
#86 / 114 | 50
Facility
50
NM AVG
30
Rank
#83 / 114 | 2.6
Facility
2.6
NM AVG
2.5
Rank
#47 / 114 |
| Brookdale Santa Fe |
IL Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support.
AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.
MC Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk.
NH Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).
NH Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care). | Santa Fe (Alta Vista Street) | 76
Facility
76
NM AVG
69
Rank
#62 / 148 | Yes |
76
Facility
76
NM AVG
43
Rank
#24 / 208 | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed |
52.6%
Facility
52.6%
NM AVG
78.5%
Rank
#100 / 115 | A+ | Pamela C. Plaza | - | 20 | 6
Facility
6
NM AVG
3.8
Rank
#90 / 114 | 7
Facility
7
NM AVG
6.1
Rank
#70 / 114 | 44
Facility
44
NM AVG
30
Rank
#79 / 114 | 2.2
Facility
2.2
NM AVG
2.5
Rank
#40 / 114 |
| Paloma Landing Gracious Retirement Living |
IL Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support.
NH Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care). | Albuquerque (Countrywood Area) | 120
Facility
120
NM AVG
69
Rank
#15 / 148 | No |
61
Facility
61
NM AVG
43
Rank
#69 / 208 | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed |
91.6%
Facility
91.6%
NM AVG
78.5%
Rank
#34 / 115 | A+ | - | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| The Rio Grande Gracious Retirement Living |
IL Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support. | Rio Rancho (Cabezon) | - | No |
8
Facility
8
NM AVG
43
Rank
#176 / 208 | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed | - | A+ | - | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| Buena Vista Apartments |
IL Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support.
NH Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care). | Rio Rancho (Tecolote) | 50
Facility
50
NM AVG
69
Rank
#82 / 148 | Yes |
39
Facility
39
NM AVG
43
Rank
#116 / 208 | 1 Bed / 2 Bed |
73.8%
Facility
73.8%
NM AVG
78.5%
Rank
#79 / 115 | A+ | - | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| The Albuquerque Grand Senior Living |
IL Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support. | Albuquerque (Sycamore) | - | No |
77
Facility
77
NM AVG
43
Rank
#18 / 208 | Private Rooms / Semi-Private Rooms | - | A+ | - | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| Sierra Blanca Senior Living |
IL Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support.
NH Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care). | Santa Fe | 118
Facility
118
NM AVG
69
Rank
#25 / 148 | No |
18
Facility
18
NM AVG
43
Rank
#154 / 208 | - |
92.6%
Facility
92.6%
NM AVG
78.5%
Rank
#30 / 115 | A+ | - | - | - | - | - | - | - |
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Overview of Wheatfields Senior Living Community
Wheatfields Senior Living Community is located in Clovis, New Mexico. It offers independent living, assisted living, and memory care in a warm, supportive environment. The community is dedicated to honoring and uplifting the people who call it home.
Westwind House is a senior living community in Albuquerque, NM. It offers independent living and assisted living services. The community is designed to be welcoming and caring, providing a supportive environment for residents.
Overview of The Montecito Santa Fe Memory Care Community
Montecito Santa Fe Memory Care Community is a resort-style retirement community located in Santa Fe, New Mexico. It offers a Montessori-inspired memory care program that emphasizes holistic care and includes resident-designed activities. The community features luxurious amenities and a focus on wellness and social engagement.
Overview of Las Cruces Village Assisted Living LLC
Las Cruces Village is a senior living campus in Las Cruces, New Mexico. It offers independent living apartments, assisted living, and skilled nursing care for adults 55 and older. The campus features a wellness center, indoor pool, library, and various amenities for an active lifestyle.
Live a blissful retirement at Regency Retirement Community, a distinct community in Alamogordo, NM, that offers independent living and assisted living. Here, residents receive high-quality support for their daily living activities around the clock. Light housekeeping and other household services are also provided, ensuring residents can maintain their independence without hassles.
Fun recreational activities and engaging programs are conducted to keep residents active and socially connected. With delicious and healthy meals, residents do not have to worry about meal preparation and have a delightful dining experience that caters to their dietary needs and preferences. With its welcoming environment and exceptional services, residents are guaranteed to thrive in their golden years.
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
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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.
- Includes
- 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.
- Includes
- 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.
- Includes
- 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.
- Includes
- 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 New Mexico
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 35 independent living communities in New Mexico. Use the filters and comparison tools above to compare ratings, amenities, and pricing.
How do I choose the right independent living community in New Mexico?
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 New Mexico, 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 New Mexico?
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.
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