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Why trust this guide? Our editorial team analyzed 18 independent living communities in Sacramento, 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: 58/ 100The average Walk Score across facilities in Sacramento, 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: 113The average licensed bed capacity across facilities in Sacramento, 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.

The Villas at Stanford Ranch
IL
AL
MC
Rocklin
150
Facility 150
CA AVG 104
Rank #342 / 1644
No
37
Facility 37
CA AVG 57
Rank #1600 / 2087
95
Facility 95
CA AVG 81
Rank #108 / 1400
6
2
Facility 2
CA AVG 13
Rank #325 / 1386
0
Facility 0
CA AVG 3
Rank #1 / 1159
7
Facility 7
CA AVG 13
Rank #815 / 1497
68.0% Stanford Senior Living 110 LLC And Sequoia Sr. Lvg LLC-
Oakmont of East Sacramento
IL
AL
MC
Sacramento (East Sacramento)
214
Facility 214
CA AVG 104
Rank #130 / 1644
Yes
79
Facility 79
CA AVG 57
Rank #450 / 2087
64
Facility 64
CA AVG 81
Rank #1247 / 1400
22
30
Facility 30
CA AVG 13
Rank #1252 / 1386
4
Facility 4
CA AVG 3
Rank #829 / 1159
4
Facility 4
CA AVG 13
Rank #1111 / 1497
70.6% Oakmont Senior Living Of Sacramento Opco LLC And Et AStudio / Suite / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Park Place Apartments
IL
Sacramento (Downtown)
-Yes
94
Facility 94
CA AVG 57
Rank #87 / 2087
-------Studio
Carlton Senior Living Sacramento
IL
AL
MC
RESC
Sacramento (Arden-Arcade)
185
Facility 185
CA AVG 104
Rank #196 / 1644
Yes
76
Facility 76
CA AVG 57
Rank #529 / 2087
75
Facility 75
CA AVG 81
Rank #973 / 1400
11
10
Facility 10
CA AVG 13
Rank #845 / 1386
5
Facility 5
CA AVG 3
Rank #895 / 1159
3
Facility 3
CA AVG 13
Rank #1219 / 1497
77.3% Carlton Plaza Forever/Sac LP And Carlton Sr. Lvg LLC-
Greenhaven Place
IL
AL
Sacramento (Southwestern Sacramento)
48
Facility 48
CA AVG 104
Rank #1157 / 1644
Yes
69
Facility 69
CA AVG 57
Rank #767 / 2087
67
Facility 67
CA AVG 81
Rank #1156 / 1400
19
13
Facility 13
CA AVG 13
Rank #949 / 1386
11
Facility 11
CA AVG 3
Rank #1070 / 1159
7
Facility 7
CA AVG 13
Rank #815 / 1497
89.6% Welltower Pegasus Tenant LLC And Psl Assocaites LLC-
River‘s Edge
IL
AL
MC
Sacramento (Campus Commons)
143
Facility 143
CA AVG 104
Rank #406 / 1644
Yes
76
Facility 76
CA AVG 57
Rank #529 / 2087
59
Facility 59
CA AVG 81
Rank #1301 / 1400
37
36
Facility 36
CA AVG 13
Rank #1291 / 1386
12
Facility 12
CA AVG 3
Rank #1082 / 1159
6
Facility 6
CA AVG 13
Rank #901 / 1497
51.7% River's Edge Opco LLC And Srg Sacramento Mgt LLCStudio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
The Village at Heritage Park
IL
AL
MC
Sacramento (North Sacramento)
108
Facility 108
CA AVG 104
Rank #665 / 1644
No
7
Facility 7
CA AVG 57
Rank #1985 / 2087
-2
0
Facility 0
CA AVG 13
Rank #1 / 1386
0
Facility 0
CA AVG 3
Rank #1 / 1159
- 57.4% Rav Opco LLC & Alta Senior Living Inc-
Golden Pond Retirement Community
IL
AL
HOS
MC
RC
Sacramento (La Riviera)
175
Facility 175
CA AVG 104
Rank #234 / 1644
Yes
38
Facility 38
CA AVG 57
Rank #1579 / 2087
59
Facility 59
CA AVG 81
Rank #1301 / 1400
37
37
Facility 37
CA AVG 13
Rank #1295 / 1386
22
Facility 22
CA AVG 3
Rank #1142 / 1159
27
Facility 27
CA AVG 13
Rank #185 / 1497
49.1% Walgenbach, Brian & Gill, DougStudio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Courtyard Terrace
IL
Expressway Sacramento
40
Facility 40
CA AVG 104
Rank #1198 / 1644
No
75
Facility 75
CA AVG 57
Rank #562 / 2087
88
Facility 88
CA AVG 81
Rank #513 / 1400
5
3
Facility 3
CA AVG 13
Rank #442 / 1386
-
27
Facility 27
CA AVG 13
Rank #185 / 1497
100.0% Cimino Care Mangement, Inc-
Regency Place Senior Living
IL
AL
MC
RC
Sacramento (Valley Hi / North Laguna)
61
Facility 61
CA AVG 104
Rank #1060 / 1644
Yes
44
Facility 44
CA AVG 57
Rank #1484 / 2087
72
Facility 72
CA AVG 81
Rank #1051 / 1400
17
11
Facility 11
CA AVG 13
Rank #884 / 1386
9
Facility 9
CA AVG 3
Rank #1029 / 1159
4
Facility 4
CA AVG 13
Rank #1111 / 1497
75.4% Regency Place Acquisitions Opco, LLC And Northstar Sr.-
Country Club Manor
IL
AL
Sacramento (Arden-Arcade)
112
Facility 112
CA AVG 104
Rank #630 / 1644
No
55
Facility 55
CA AVG 57
Rank #1213 / 2087
59
Facility 59
CA AVG 81
Rank #1301 / 1400
44
43
Facility 43
CA AVG 13
Rank #1326 / 1386
10
Facility 10
CA AVG 3
Rank #1054 / 1159
8
Facility 8
CA AVG 13
Rank #747 / 1497
48.2% Solar Senior Living 2, LLC And Ciminocare-
Eskaton Land Park
IL
Sacramento (Southwestern Sacramento)
-Yes
76
Facility 76
CA AVG 57
Rank #529 / 2087
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Varenna Senior Apartments
IL
Sacramento (Arden-Arcade)
-Yes
71
Facility 71
CA AVG 57
Rank #701 / 2087
-------1 Bed / 2 Bed
Arbor Creek Senior Apartments | Affordable Senior Apartments 55+
IL
Sacramento (Vineyard)
-Yes
64
Facility 64
CA AVG 57
Rank #922 / 2087
-------1 Bed / 2 Bed
The Bernice
IL
Sacramento (Southside Park)
-Yes
77
Facility 77
CA AVG 57
Rank #509 / 2087
-------Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
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Overview of Regency Place Senior Living

Situated in Sacramento, Regency Place Senior Living Community is dedicated to supporting seniors in living their best life during retirement. They offer assisted living, memory care, respite care, and independent living options. Regency Place ensures a peaceful and fulfilling lifestyle for its residents and their community’s compassionate staff creates a nurturing and secure environment, promoting an enriching experience for all.
Senior residents can relish the comforts of home while staying active, maintaining a balanced diet, and enjoying a life filled with joy and contentment. In addition to providing excellent care services, Regency Place Senior Living Community offers a host of engaging activities and social opportunities. And with a focus on overall well-being and independence, seniors at Regency Place can savor their golden years surrounded by a caring and welcoming atmosphere that feels just like home.

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Overview of Country Club Manor

Located in the heart of Sacramento, California, Country Club Manor stands as a welcoming sanctuary for seniors seeking a unique blend of independence and community support. With a dedicated focus on personalized care, this senior living community ensures a vibrant lifestyle for its residents. Amidst its home-like environment, Country Club Manor offers various private and shared assisted living accommodations. Residents relish the freedom of independent living while delighting in meticulously planned social activities and delightful meals. Attentive staff members handle housekeeping and home maintenance, allowing residents to cherish their moments as they desire.

The experienced caregivers at Country Club Manor extend personal assistance for daily living activities, treating each resident like family. With 24-hour staffing, residents receive compassionate and expert care, addressing their physical, mental, and social needs. Conveniently located near parks, shopping centers, churches, and medical facilities, Country Club Manor provides a tranquil haven for residents to thrive. This nurturing community fosters a strong sense of belonging and overall well-being. Country Club Manor isn’t just a place to live; it’s a place to connect, engage, and receive exceptional care. Explore the enriching lifestyle awaiting you by visiting our community.

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Overview of Eskaton Land Park

Nestled in the heart of Sacramento, Eskaton Land Park’s independent living community welcomes residents to a vibrant and convenient location. Eskaton Land Park has a six-story building featuring 97 private apartments, providing a comfortable and spacious living experience. Senior residents can enjoy the inviting ambiance of the lounges and partake in various events held in multiple event spaces. The community’s esteemed leadership team, with a collective experience of 85 years at Eskaton, is dedicated to ensuring that residents live their best lives. Additionally, their attentive staff is readily available to offer peace of mind not only to the residents but also to their families.
Just steps away from Sacramento City College and William Land Park, this assisted living community offers easy access to a wide array of attractions and activities that the city has to offer. With over 46 years of experience, Eskaton Land Park has fostered a supportive and nurturing environment where residents can leave their worries behind and embrace a fulfilling lifestyle.

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Overview of Varenna Senior Apartments

Make every moment count with Varenna Senior Apartments, an outstanding community in Sacramento, CA, offering independent living. With its cozy and spacious one- and two-bedroom floor plans, residents can find the accommodation that best matches their preferences. On-site management and maintenance are provided, so residents can have more time to do the things they love.

With recreation sites and convenient local amenities nearby, residents can spend their days as they please for leisure and wellness. Residents also delight in a variety of dining options with fast food chains and restaurants nearby. Amenities include a clubhouse, a business center, a library, and an outdoor pool, creating the ideal setting for a blissful retirement.

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Overview of Arbor Creek Senior Apartments | Affordable Senior Apartments 55+

Conveniently set in the thriving neighborhood of Sacramento, CA, Arbor Creek Senior Apartments is an exceptional 55+ community that offers independent living. Featuring purposely built and spacious one- and two-bedroom floor plans, the community ensures residents are comfortable and safe. Residents are guaranteed to thrive in the community’s vibrant and welcoming environment.

With recreation sites and delightful local amenities nearby, residents can easily access leisure and wellness opportunities. The community also ensures residents can prepare delightful and healthy meals with fully furnished kitchens. Residents also enjoy various amenities like the fitness center, library, and clubhouse.

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Overview of The Bernice

Peacefully set near Pioneer Landing Park in Sacramento, CA, The Bernice is a blissful community that offers independent living. The community has specially designed and sophisticated 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 welcoming environment.

The community’s cozy communal spaces and fun amenities, like the pool, fitness center, club room, and yoga room, allow residents to interact with their surroundings and live actively. With delightful restaurants nearby, residents have access to a variety of dining options that satisfy their dietary needs and preferences. Pets are also welcome to accompany residents to ease their loneliness.

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Overview of Vintage Glen Senior Apartments | Affordable Apartments 62+

Live a blissful retirement at Vintage Glen Senior Apartments, a dedicated 62+ community in Sacramento, CA, offering independent living. Residents can find the accommodation that best matches their preferences with the community’s beautifully furnished and cozy one- and two-bedroom floor plans. Residents can ease their worries with the community’s on-site management, maintenance, and laundry.

With recreation sites and local amenities nearby, residents make new friends and create meaningful moments. The community’s convenient apartment amenities allow residents to prepare their meals according to their dietary needs and preferences. Other amenities include a library, a clubhouse, a TV lounge, a spa, a business center, and a pool, creating the ideal setting for residents to spend their golden years happily.

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Overview of Carefree Senior Living Sacramento

Beautifully nestled near California State Capitol Park in Sacramento, CA, Park Place Apartments is an idyllic retreat that offers independent living. Residents can ease their worries in the community’s cozy studios, equipped with emergency pull cords for safety. The community also strives to maintain affordability through a subsidized housing program.

Residents have fun and make new friends with a thoughtfully curated calendar of engaging activities and enriching programs. Delightful and healthy meals are also served to satisfy residents’ dietary needs and preferences. With its cozy amenities and friendly setting, residents are guaranteed the finest retirement experience.

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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 Sacramento, CA

What is the average cost of independent living in Sacramento, CA?

The average monthly cost of independent living in Sacramento, CA is approximately $2,062. Actual rates vary by community, level of care, and floorplan.

What is the price range for independent living in Sacramento, CA?

Independent living in Sacramento, CA typically ranges from $542 - $4,950 per month, depending on the community, room type, and care needs.

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

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