
Compare Independent Living around Santa Ana
| Town & Country | IL AL MC NH | Santa Ana (East Memory Lane) | 328
Facility
328
CA AVG
103
Rank
#45 / 1657 | No |
67
Facility
67
CA AVG
57
Rank
#830 / 2092 | 64
Facility
64
CA AVG
81
Rank
#1247 / 1401 | 23 | 28
Facility
28
CA AVG
13
Rank
#1242 / 1397 | 4
Facility
4
CA AVG
3
Rank
#828 / 1164 | 50
Facility
50
CA AVG
13
Rank
#21 / 1487 |
32.9%
Facility
32.9%
CA AVG
74.8%
Rank
#1355 / 1368 | A+ | Christian And Missionary Alliance | - |
| Casa Pacifica Senior Apartments | IL | Santa Ana (Bristol/Warner) | - | Yes |
76
Facility
76
CA AVG
57
Rank
#530 / 2092 | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | 1 Bed / 2 Bed |
| Crescent Landing at South Coast | IL AL MC | Santa Ana (South Coast Metro) | - | No |
68
Facility
68
CA AVG
57
Rank
#805 / 2092 | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | Suite |
| Metro East Senior Park | IL | Santa Ana (Lyon Street) | - | No |
80
Facility
80
CA AVG
57
Rank
#417 / 2092 | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed |
| Flower Park Plaza | IL | Santa Ana (Flower Park) | 198
Facility
198
CA AVG
103
Rank
#171 / 1657 | No |
86
Facility
86
CA AVG
57
Rank
#267 / 2092 | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | Studio / 1 Bed |
| A Touch Of Care Manor | RC | Santa Ana | 6 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | A Touch Of Care Manor LLC | — |
| Absolute Elderly Care,CORP. | RC | Santa Ana | 6 | — | — | — | — | — | — | 1 | — | — | Absolute Elderly Care, CORP. | — |
| Agape Senior Homes LLC | RC | Santa Ana | 6 | — | — | — | 4 | — | 9 | 7 | — | — | Agape Senior Homes LLC | — |
| Bubbe & Zayde's Place II | RC | Santa Ana | 6 | — | — | — | 3 | 1 | — | 26 | — | — | Curkin, Bonnie R. | — |
| Bubbe & Zayde's Place IV | RC | Santa Ana | 6 | — | — | — | 4 | — | — | 23 | — | — | Curkin, Bonnie R. | — |
| Bubbe & Zayde's Place Vii | RC | Santa Ana | 6 | — | — | — | 3 | — | 1 | 13 | — | — | Bubbe & Zayde's Place, INC. | — |
| Bubbe And Zayde's Place, INC | RC | Santa Ana | 6 | — | — | — | 3 | — | 1 | 5 | — | — | Bubbe And Zaydes Place, INC. | — |
| Casa Palma | RC | Santa Ana | 6 | — | — | — | 2 | — | — | 4 | — | — | Strong Tower, INC | — |
| Century Guest Home, The | RC | Santa Ana | 6 | — | — | — | 3 | 1 | 5 | 33 | — | — | Deocampo, Elena B. & Julius & Liezl, Gp's | — |
| Crossroads Elderly Care | RC | Santa Ana | 6 | — | — | — | 4 | — | 1 | 30 | — | — | Clayton, Michael A. & Patricia | — |
| Devoted Family Care Home | RC | Santa Ana | 6 | — | — | — | 1 | — | — | 3 | — | — | Cjj Residential Care Facility INC | — |
| Flowers Family Care | RC | Santa Ana | 6 | — | — | — | 2 | 4 | 10 | 4 | — | — | Flowers Family Care LLC | — |
| Garden Of Joy Guest Home | RC | Santa Ana | 6 | — | — | — | 3 | — | — | 8 | — | — | Jmc Community Care Facility INC | — |
| Garden Of Sage Guest Home | RC | Santa Ana | 6 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | Jrs Community Care Facility INC | — |
| Golden Senior Assisted Living I | RC | Santa Ana | 6 | — | — | — | — | — | — | 1 | — | — | Golden Senior Assisted Living INC | — |
| Golden Tiara Guest Home | RC | Santa Ana | 6 | — | — | — | — | — | — | 1 | — | — | Legacy Home Care, LLC | — |
| Grace's Home #2 | RC | Santa Ana | 6 | — | — | — | 3 | — | — | 18 | — | — | V & V Enterprises, INC. | — |
| Guardian Angels Homes I | RC | Santa Ana | 6 | — | — | — | 5 | 1 | 2 | 20 | — | — | Guardian Angels Homes, INC. | — |
| Guardian Angels Homes II | RC | Santa Ana | 6 | — | — | — | 4 | — | — | 20 | — | — | Guardian Angels Homes, INC. | — |
| Guardian Angels Homes III | RC | Santa Ana | 6 | — | — | — | 4 | — | — | 20 | — | — | Guardian Angels Homes, INC. | — |
| Guardian Angels Homes IV | RC | Santa Ana | 6 | — | — | — | 4 | 1 | — | 20 | — | — | Guardian Angels Homes, INC. | — |
| Hill Manor Elderly Care | RC | Santa Ana | 6 | — | — | — | 4 | — | 2 | 7 | — | — | Gpm Healthcare Management INC | — |
| Hills Of Highland, The | RC | Santa Ana | 6 | — | — | — | — | — | — | 2 | — | — | Hills Of Highland, INC, The | — |
| Nothing Hills Guest Home LLC | RC | Santa Ana | 6 | — | — | — | 4 | — | 1 | 6 | — | — | Nothing Hills Guest Home LLC | — |
| Rose Garden Villa | RC | Santa Ana | 6 | — | — | — | 3 | 1 | — | 7 | — | — | Santa Ana Community Care Facility INC | — |
| Sunshine Days For The Elderly | RC | Santa Ana | 6 | — | — | — | 5 | — | — | 6 | — | — | Valbi Group INC | — |
| Vass Senior Care | RC | Santa Ana | 6 | — | — | — | 4 | — | 1 | 6 | — | — | Vass, Agoston | — |
| Violet Residential Care 2 | RC | Santa Ana | 6 | — | — | — | — | — | — | 1 | — | — | Violet Residential Care 2 | — |
Located in the heart of Santa Ana, California, Town & Country is a distinguished non-profit Life Plan Community tailored to the needs of individuals aged 62 and above. This exceptional community offers various options, including active independent living, comprehensive assisted living, and the renowned five-star-rated skilled nursing and short-term rehabilitation care. In 2021, Town & Country proudly introduced a cutting-edge memory care community known as Grace Gardens Memory Care, reflecting its ongoing commitment to providing innovative and compassionate care. One of the community’s standout achievements is being the sole free-standing skilled nursing facility in Orange County to hold a remarkable five-star rating across every category.
Town & Country’s unique identity is deeply rooted in Christian values, evident in its intentions and actions. The community embraces individuals of all faiths, fostering an inclusive environment where respect and support are extended to everyone. Positioned in a highly walkable neighborhood within central Orange County, Town & Country provides a dynamic and vibrant lifestyle within the serene confines of a picturesque garden setting. For nearly half a century, the community has been dedicated to delivering a superior living environment while maintaining exceptional value for its residents. Their dedication to excellence is further acknowledged by prestigious Medicare and the American Health Care Association (AHCA) awards, attesting to Town & Country’s unwavering commitment to providing the highest level of care and services.
Live a blissful retirement at Casa Pacifica Senior Apartments, an astounding community in Santa Ana, CA, offering independent living. Featuring purposely built and spacious one- and two-bedroom floor plans, the community ensures residents are comfortable and safe. Residents can ease their worries with on-site management and laundry spaces.
Residents enjoy various recreation sites and necessities with the community’s proximity to green spaces and delightful restaurants. A community kitchen is also available, ensuring residents have the nutrients they need to satisfy their dietary needs and preferences. This pet-friendly community is great for those looking to downsize in retirement, especially with its bright and friendly environment.
Crescent Landing Santa Ana offers exceptional personal care for assisted living and memory care residents. A Frontier Management community, seniors can expect nothing but elegance and luxury. The cozy memory care living community performs nothing less than exceptional service offered by its professional and compassionate staff.
Crescent Landing’s lifestyle is all about satisfying each senior’s wellness; their personalized care includes daily health checks and medication management, scheduled local transportation is available upon request, and a calendar of activities is given to each resident, with a planned list of classes and outings. Their exclusive SPARK™ program focuses on individual care plans that help reach holistic wellness.
Make the most of your independence at Metro East Senior Park, a distinguished 62+ community in Santa Ana, CA, offering independent living. The community has purposely built and well-maintained 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 friendly environment.
With its proximity to serene recreation sites and delightful restaurants, residents have easy access to leisure and necessities. The community also features a gourmet kitchen to prepare meals that satisfy residents’ nutritional needs and preferences. Residents are guaranteed the finest retirement experience with the community’s state-of-the-art amenities and inviting setting.
Make every moment of your later years count with Flower Park Plaza, an astounding community set in the vibrant neighborhood of Santa Ana, CA, offering independent living. Here, residents find the accommodation that best suits their lifestyle with the community’s 198 cozy and specially designed studio and cozy one-bedroom floor plans. Equipped with full kitchens and individually controlled heating and air conditioning, residents can rest assured of enjoying comfort and convenience to its finest.
As a CCH owned- and operated community, the community offers a relatively affordable cost of living while providing the highest quality of life. Residents are also free to explore nearby attractions for leisure and have easy access to their needs with convenient public transportation. Community amenities also include a television lounge with library, a large community room, and an on-site laundry room, ensuring residents gain meaningful interactions and easily handle their chores.
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
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
Who we are
Your Senior Care Partner, Every Step of the Way
We help families find affordable senior communities and unlock same day discounts, Medicaid, and Medicare options tailored to your needs.
Contact us Today
Frequently Asked Questions about Independent Living in Santa Ana, CA
What is the average cost of independent living in Santa Ana, CA?
The average monthly cost of independent living in Santa Ana, CA is approximately $2,062. Actual rates vary by community, level of care, and floorplan.
What is the price range for independent living in Santa Ana, CA?
Independent living in Santa Ana, CA typically ranges from $542 - $4,950 per month, depending on the community, room type, and care needs.
How many licensed independent living communities are there in Santa Ana, CA?
According to state licensing records, there are approximately 101 licensed independent living communities in Santa Ana, 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 5 independent living communities in Santa Ana, CA. Use the filters and comparison tools above to compare ratings, amenities, and pricing.
How do I choose the right independent living community in Santa Ana, 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 Santa Ana, 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 Santa Ana, 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.








