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Best Independent Living in Santa Ana, CA

Reviewed by Dr. Jordan Weiss
Updated Apr 2026
We analyzed 5 homes in Santa Ana, CA

Sources: CMS Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services, and California Department of Health, Office of Aging and Long Term Care.

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Video Tour: Top-rated Independent Living facilities in Santa Ana, California.

Watch this Video to see Santa Ana's Top-rated Senior Communities
Avg. Monthly cost: $2,062
National average: $5,600
Monthly cost range: $542 - $4,950
National average: $3,400 – $8,200
Avg. Staff-to-Resident ratio: Unknown
National average: 1:6

Compare Independent Living around Santa Ana

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Crescent Landing at Garden Grove Memory Care
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.

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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.

Garden Grove (West Garden Grove)
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Facility 72
CA AVG 105
Rank #985 / 1665
Yes
75
Facility 75
CA AVG 63
Rank #564 / 2096
262
2
Facility 2
CA AVG
Rank #1034 / 1209
73.6% Welltower Tenant Group LLC; Oakmont Mgmt Group LLCPrivate / Shared Suite
Bubbe & Zaydes Place
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.

Santa Ana (Portola Park)
6
Facility 6
CA AVG 105
Rank #1337 / 1665
No
68
Facility 68
CA AVG 63
Rank #806 / 2096
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17
Facility 17
CA AVG
Rank #298 / 1209
66.7% Bubbe & Zayde's Place, Inc.-
Crescent Landing at South Coast
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 Ana (South Coast Metro)
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Facility -
CA AVG 105
No
68
Facility 68
CA AVG 63
Rank #806 / 2096
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Flower Park Plaza
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.

Santa Ana (Flower Park)
198
Facility 198
CA AVG 105
Rank #172 / 1665
No
86
Facility 86
CA AVG 63
Rank #267 / 2096
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Facility -
CA AVG
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Clearwater at North Tustin
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.

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.

Santa Ana
124
Facility 124
CA AVG 105
Rank #540 / 1665
Yes
32
Facility 32
CA AVG 63
Rank #1695 / 2096
3136
4
Facility 4
CA AVG
Rank #835 / 1209
90.3% Clearwater At North Tustin, LLC: Csl Berkshire OpeStudio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
A Touch Of Care Manor
RC
Santa Ana
6A Touch Of Care Manor LLC
Absolute Elderly Care,CORP.
RC
Santa Ana
61Absolute Elderly Care, CORP.
Agape Senior Homes LLC
RC
Santa Ana
67Agape Senior Homes LLC
Bubbe & Zayde's Place II
RC
Santa Ana
626Curkin, Bonnie R.
Bubbe & Zayde's Place IV
RC
Santa Ana
623Curkin, Bonnie R.
Bubbe & Zayde's Place Vii
RC
Santa Ana
613Bubbe & Zayde's Place, INC.
Bubbe And Zayde's Place, INC
RC
Santa Ana
65Bubbe And Zaydes Place, INC.
Casa Palma
RC
Santa Ana
64Strong Tower, INC
Century Guest Home, The
RC
Santa Ana
633Deocampo, Elena B. & Julius & Liezl, Gp's
Crossroads Elderly Care
RC
Santa Ana
630Clayton, Michael A. & Patricia
Devoted Family Care Home
RC
Santa Ana
63Cjj Residential Care Facility INC
Flowers Family Care
RC
Santa Ana
64Flowers Family Care LLC
Garden Of Joy Guest Home
RC
Santa Ana
68Jmc Community Care Facility INC
Garden Of Sage Guest Home
RC
Santa Ana
6Jrs Community Care Facility INC
Golden Senior Assisted Living I
RC
Santa Ana
61Golden Senior Assisted Living INC
Golden Tiara Guest Home
RC
Santa Ana
61Legacy Home Care, LLC
Grace's Home #2
RC
Santa Ana
618V & V Enterprises, INC.
Guardian Angels Homes I
RC
Santa Ana
620Guardian Angels Homes, INC.
Guardian Angels Homes II
RC
Santa Ana
620Guardian Angels Homes, INC.
Guardian Angels Homes III
RC
Santa Ana
620Guardian Angels Homes, INC.
Guardian Angels Homes IV
RC
Santa Ana
620Guardian Angels Homes, INC.
Hill Manor Elderly Care
RC
Santa Ana
67Gpm Healthcare Management INC
Hills Of Highland, The
RC
Santa Ana
62Hills Of Highland, INC, The
Nothing Hills Guest Home LLC
RC
Santa Ana
66Nothing Hills Guest Home LLC
Rose Garden Villa
RC
Santa Ana
67Santa Ana Community Care Facility INC
Sunshine Days For The Elderly
RC
Santa Ana
66Valbi Group INC
Vass Senior Care
RC
Santa Ana
66Vass, Agoston
Violet Residential Care 2
RC
Santa Ana
61Violet Residential Care 2
Overview of Crescent Landing at Garden Grove Memory Care

Formerly known as Valley View Memory Care, Crescent Landing at Garden Grove is a distinguished Memory Care community offering premier services to the vibrant senior community. With a specialization in Memory Care tailored for individuals with Alzheimer’s Disease and dementia-related conditions, Crescent Landing is dedicated to enhancing the quality of life for its senior residents. Situated less than 10 miles from renowned attractions, Crescent Landing offers a unique opportunity for residents to engage in a vibrant and diverse array of experiences.
Established in 1999, Crescent Landing at Garden Grove provides a nurturing and home-like environment that assures you that your loved ones receive the personalized care they deserve. Central to Crescent Landing’s mission is the celebrated SPARK program, an award-winning initiative that ensures your loved ones receive round-the-clock care, fostering a lifestyle that is not only content but also deeply fulfilling. They extend their care to Orange County and surrounding areas, including Anaheim, Cypress, Fountain Valley, Cerritos, La Mirada, Los Alamitos, Whittier, San Dimas, Stanton, and Long Beach.

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Housing Options: Private / Shared Suite

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Building Type: Single-story

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Overview of Bubbe & Zaydes Place

Bubbe & Zayde’s Place is a senior residential facility providing holistic care for the body and soul. The approach at Bubbe & Zayde’s Place is rooted in a comprehensive understanding of the ever-evolving needs of loved ones. They tirelessly strive to offer the utmost care, supporting residents in preserving their independence while fostering a strong sense of community. Located in Santa Ana, California, each of their homes is staffed around the clock, ensuring that residents’ healthcare needs are addressed promptly, day or night. Residents have the opportunity to age in place and remain within the community for the entirety of their lives.
Bubbe & Zayde’s Place is a non-medical facility. Still, it offers in-home medical services, including podiatry, mobile x-ray and laboratory services, medication supervision, and regular doctor visits. Moreover, the community possesses hospice and dementia waivers, signifying their unwavering commitment to ensuring that patients with dementia are never turned away. What sets them apart is the harmonious blend of culture, tradition, and premium senior services, all within a warm and familial setting that residents proudly call home. With a maximum of six residents per house, seniors can continue to follow their schedules, habits, and routines while benefiting from the personal attention and support they need.

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Overview of Crescent Landing at South Coast

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.

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Housing Options: Suite

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Building Type: Single-story

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Overview of Flower Park Plaza

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.

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Minimum Age: 62 Years Old

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Housing Options: Studio / 1 Bed

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Building Type: High-rise

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Overview of Clearwater at North Tustin

A luxurious independent living, assisted living, memory care, and respite care facility at North Tustin, Clearwater, is a comfortable place that is inviting to all residents of different backgrounds. These are all created to ensure that residents can live a stress-free lifestyle and create a joyous experience in the community. The luxurious senior living community provides families with the belief that their loved ones are in great hands.

A member of the Clearwater group, North Tustin provides an array of upscale amenities and resort-like hospitality for residents of independent living, assisted living, and memory care.  Seniors can live a meaningful lifestyle through simple day-to-day living by its essential services such as housekeeping and laundry, transportation and concierge, and round-the-clock care.

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Room Sizes: 412 - 420 / 459 / 552 - 638 / 821 - 925 sq. ft

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Housing Options: Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed

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Building Type: Single-story

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Weighting overview

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    Resident Experience
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    Regulatory
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    Visual Media
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    Stability
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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.

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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.

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  • 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.

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Website & Operator Transparency 10%

Site quality and whether the operator publishes basic accountability information — staff names, contact details, ownership.

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Community Stability 10%

Operational signals indicating whether a community is well-run and meeting demand.

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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.

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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.