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Compare Retirement Homes around San Diego (Metro Area)
The information below is reported by the California Department of Social Services and Department of Public Health.
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| Westmont of Carmel Valley |
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.
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.
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. |
San Diego (Carmel Valley) |
138
Facility
138
CA AVG
103
Rank
#447 / 1658
| Yes |
17
Facility
17
CA AVG
57
Rank
#1887 / 2093
| 6 |
6
Facility
6
CA AVG
11.6
Rank
#654 / 1397
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2
Facility
2
CA AVG
13
Rank
#1294 / 1485
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97.1%
Facility
97.1%
CA AVG
75.9%
Rank
#159 / 1249
| - | Westmont Lving Inc. Wm Carmel Valley Mgr Gp LLC Ca | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed |
| The Glen at Scripps Ranch |
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).
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.
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.
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. |
San Diego (Scripps Ranch) |
684
Facility
684
CA AVG
103
Rank
#7 / 1658
| No |
8
Facility
8
CA AVG
57
Rank
#1976 / 2093
| 4 |
1
Facility
1
CA AVG
11.6
Rank
#210 / 1397
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12
Facility
12
CA AVG
13
Rank
#565 / 1485
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81.3%
Facility
81.3%
CA AVG
75.9%
Rank
#547 / 1249
| A+ | Glen At Scripps Ranch Ccrc LLC | 1 Bed / 2 Bed / 3 Bed |
| Wesley Palms Retirement Community |
RH
Retirement Home
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.
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.
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. |
San Diego (Pacific Beach) |
511
Facility
511
CA AVG
103
Rank
#20 / 1658
| Yes |
19
Facility
19
CA AVG
57
Rank
#1858 / 2093
| 13 |
4
Facility
4
CA AVG
11.6
Rank
#529 / 1397
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30
Facility
30
CA AVG
13
Rank
#129 / 1485
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65.0%
Facility
65.0%
CA AVG
75.9%
Rank
#954 / 1249
| A+ | Front Porch Communities And Services | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed |
| The Manor on Bankers Hill |
RH
Retirement Home
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. |
San Diego (Bankers Hill) |
200
Facility
200
CA AVG
103
Rank
#151 / 1658
| No |
85
Facility
85
CA AVG
57
Rank
#290 / 2093
| 13 |
2
Facility
2
CA AVG
11.6
Rank
#323 / 1397
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51
Facility
51
CA AVG
13
Rank
#18 / 1485
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53.5%
Facility
53.5%
CA AVG
75.9%
Rank
#1103 / 1249
| - | St Paul's Episcopal Home, Inc | - |
| Casa Aldea University City Village |
RH
Retirement Home
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. |
San Diego (University City) | - | Yes |
26
Facility
26
CA AVG
57
Rank
#1777 / 2093
| - | - |
25
Facility
25
CA AVG
13
Rank
#235 / 1485
| - | A+ | - | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed / 3+ Bed |
| Waterford Terrace Retirement Community |
RH
Retirement Home
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.
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. |
La Mesa | - | Yes |
60
Facility
60
CA AVG
57
Rank
#1051 / 2093
| - | - | - | - | - | - | Studio / 1 Bed |
Overview of Westmont of Carmel Valley
Designed to encourage a vibrant living experience, Westmont of Carmel Valley is a distinct senior living community in San Diego, CA, offering independent living, assisted living, and memory care. The community provides its residents with a luxurious setting with stunning accommodations and top-notch amenities designed to make residents feel like they are on vacation. Friendly and competent care experts are always on standby to offer compassionate care and assistance with daily living activities or specialized memory care should residents need it.
Helping its residents live a vibrant and meaningful life, the community organizes a wide array of activities and events with something for everyone to enjoy. A diverse selection of delicious meals are carefully prepared and served daily to make sure residents always eat healthy and right on time. Amenities like an outdoor pool, fitness center, bistro, theater, community garden, and walking trails are also offered to further enhance residents’ comfort and convenience.
Overview of The Glen at Scripps Ranch
Embrace a luxurious lifestyle in the hotel-style senior living community of The Glen at Scripps Ranch in San Diego, CA. The community strives to provide residents with a vacation-style living experience through its elegant accommodations, attractive amenities, and all-encompassing assisted living, memory care, and long-term care services. Residents can choose from an array of well-designed one-bedroom, two-bedroom, and three-bedroom layouts with convenient access to mainservices, such as telehealth services, physical, occupational, and speech therapies, and a vaccine clinic.
The community also takes care of residents’ apartment maintenance and other chores so they can enjoy more of the things they love to do. With a dedication to maintaining residents’ wellness and overall well-being, the community provides residents with plenty of fulfilling activities, fitness classes, and health lectures. Residents’ cravings and nutritional needs are always met with satisfaction with fresh, made-to-order meals, making their living experience more enjoyable and convenient.
Overview of Wesley Palms Retirement Community
Situated with the breathtaking view of Mission Bay in San Diego, CA, Wesley Palms Retirement Community is a remarkable senior living community that offers Independent Living, Assisted Living, and Memory Care. Featuring a wide array of floor plans from a studio apartment to 2-bedroom apartments, the community ensures a comfortable and safe residence for seniors. Bathe in the aesthetic view of the San Diego coasts and enjoy a relaxing retirement.
Wesley Palms Retirement Community highlights the quality of life of its residents and ensures that their needs are met. Amenities include an art gallery and studio, a library, a club room, a Bocce court, a shuffleboard court, a wellness center, walking paths, a heated saltwater pool, a therapy pool, a gym, and a lot of indoor and outdoor areas. The community also value pets and provides a dog park.
Overview of The Manor on Bankers Hill
Located in Maple Street San Diego, CA, the Manor on Bankers Hill is an exceptional retirement community for 55 and above offering independent living. The community promotes a maintenance-free lifestyle for seniors to enjoy a comfortable life. The Manor on Bankers Hill offers spacious apartments inclusive of a variety of features such as a kitchenette with a microwave, Wi-Fi, walk-in shower, and many more.
The Manor on Bankers Hill fosters a warm and welcoming environment and conducts activities and outings for its residents. Here, the chef prepares nutritious and delicious meals to satisfy the residents’ needs and preferences. Amenities include the residents’ favorite spot- a library, the LUV lounge to take in the beauty of San Diego which includes a coffee bar, a large screen TV, and comfortable seating.
Overview of Casa Aldea University City Village
Located across San Diego, CA, Casa Aldea is an exceptional senior living community for people aged 55 and above. Offering active adult living and independent living, the community ensures the health and well-being of its residents. Casa Aldea features a wide range of cozy and spacious floor plans from studio apartments to three-plus bedroom apartments. With a skilled and dedicated team of professionals, the community emphasizes the comfort and safety of the seniors.
Casa Aldea ensures that residents gain meaningful connections and conducts engaging activities for its residents. Valuing the importance of pets as companions, the community allows cats and dogs in the residence and the dog park. Amenities include an arts and crafts studio, billiards, a book club, a clubhouse, gardening areas, and a pool and spa.
Overview of Waterford Terrace Retirement Community
Waterford Terrace Retirement Community located in Aztec Drive, La Mesa, CA, is an exceptional senior living community that provides independent living. Bask in the sunlight with the community’s different floor plans, either with a patio or balcony. Waterford Terrace Retirement Community ensures a comfortable and safe residence for seniors.
The community emphasizes the health and wellness of its residents, hence, orchestrating several different activities and exercises such as tai chi, movie nights, weekly bingo, and day trips. Chef-prepared meals are prepared round-the-clock daily to cater to the residents’ schedules. The amenities include a fitness and wellness center, movie theater, card and billiards table, hair salon, library, and community center.
Ranking Methodology
How we rank these 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
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
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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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