Best Independent Living in Santa Fe, NM

Why trust this guide? Our editorial team analyzed 11 independent living communities in Santa Fe, NM using New Mexico Health Care Authority (HCA) data, inspection records, complaints, amenities, and facility-level details. How we rank independent living in NM

Reviewed by

Dr. Jordan Weiss

Last updated

Jun 2026

We analyzed

11 homes

Other senior care options in Santa Fe:

Assisted Living Memory Care Nursing Homes

Avg Walk Score: 49/ 100The average Walk Score across facilities in Santa Fe, NM. 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: 89The average licensed bed capacity across facilities in Santa Fe, NM. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.

National Average: 90

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Las Soleras Senior Living	IL AL	Santa Fe (Las Soleras Drive)	86 Facility 86 NM AVG 69 Rank #52 / 148	No	4 Facility 4 NM AVG 43 Rank #181 / 208	-	-	-	Robbi Jennings	Santa Fe Operator, LLC	1	1 Facility 1 NM AVG 3.8 Rank #15 / 114	1 Facility 1 NM AVG 6.1 Rank #2 / 114	2 Facility 2 NM AVG 30 Rank #4 / 114	2.0 Facility 2.0 NM AVG 2.5 Rank #36 / 114
MorningStar Assisted Living & Memory Care of Santa Fe	IL AL MC RC	Santa Fe (South Pacheco Street)	103 Facility 103 NM AVG 69 Rank #36 / 148	No	65 Facility 65 NM AVG 43 Rank #53 / 208	Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed	88.3% Facility 88.3% NM AVG 78.5% Rank #42 / 115	A+	Ashley J. Martinez	Pacheco Senior Care LLC	12	4 Facility 4 NM AVG 3.8 Rank #58 / 114	5 Facility 5 NM AVG 6.1 Rank #54 / 114	22 Facility 22 NM AVG 30 Rank #49 / 114	1.8 Facility 1.8 NM AVG 2.5 Rank #31 / 114
Kingston Residences of Santa Fe	IL AL MC RC	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
The Montecito Santa Fé	IL AL MC	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
Brookdale Santa Fe	IL AL MC NH	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
La Secoya de El Castillo	IL AL MC NC	Santa Fe	-	Yes	74 Facility 74 NM AVG 43 Rank #28 / 208	1 Bed / 2 Bed	-	-	-	-	-	-	-	-	-
El Castillo	IL AL MC NC	Santa Fe (East Alameda Street)	-	Yes	82 Facility 82 NM AVG 43 Rank #7 / 208	1 Bed / 2 Bed	-	A-	-	-	-	-	-	-	-
Ventana De Vida Senior	IL	Santa Fe	-	Yes	70 Facility 70 NM AVG 43 Rank #43 / 208	1 Bed / 2 Bed	-	-	-	-	-	-	-	-	-
Sierra Blanca Senior Living	IL NH	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+	-	-	-	-	-	-	-
The Montecito Santa Fe Memory Care Community	IL AL MC	Santa Fe	80 Facility 80 NM AVG 69 Rank #58 / 148	No	0 Facility 0 NM AVG 43 Rank #187 / 208	-	46.3% Facility 46.3% NM AVG 78.5% Rank #104 / 115	-	Edgar Ortiz	-	2	2 Facility 2 NM AVG 3.8 Rank #33 / 114	2 Facility 2 NM AVG 6.1 Rank #14 / 114	10 Facility 10 NM AVG 30 Rank #24 / 114	5.0 Facility 5.0 NM AVG 2.5 Rank #77 / 114
Kingston Residence of Santa Fe	IL AL MC RC	Santa Fe	-	No	43 Facility 43 NM AVG 43 Rank #110 / 208	-	-	-	-	-	-	-	-	-	-

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Overview of Kingston Residence of Santa Fe

Kingston Residence of Santa Fe is an extraordinary environment that epitomizes comfort and showcases specialized living spaces. Their top-notch assisted living and memory care services reflect a commitment to excellence. With breathtaking Mountain Views, exquisite bedroom furniture, and private balconies, residents enjoy a truly majestic experience. The facility maintains stringent senior care standards, with dedicated practitioners and a 24-hour in-house emergency response system readily available. Accommodation options range from studios to one or two-bedroom units, each exuding a cozy charm enhanced by meticulously selected bedroom furniture.
This pet-friendly community takes pride in providing comprehensive housekeeping and laundry services. Secure entrances and admissions ensure peace of mind, while around-the-clock guest hours cater to the convenience of families. Kingston Residence is conveniently located near shopping and dining establishments, including the Santa Fe Plaza Mall, and offers easy access to downtown Santa Fe, a mere 15-minute drive away. Immerse yourself in a captivating environment where nutrition, wellness, and a vibrant lifestyle converge seamlessly. Kingston Residence of Santa Fe is your gateway to a world of limitless possibilities.

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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.

Public data
6 weighted categories
Updated quarterly

Full methodology

Weighting overview

35%
Resident Experience
25%
Regulatory
15%
Visual Media
10%
Website
10%
Stability
5%
Environment

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

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

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

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

Community Stability 10%

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

Includes
Occupancy Rate
Bed Options

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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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 11 independent living communities in Santa Fe, NM. Use the filters and comparison tools above to compare ratings, amenities, and pricing.

How do I choose the right independent living community in Santa Fe, NM?

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 Fe, NM, 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 Fe, NM?

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.