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Best Retirement Homes in San Diego, CA

Why trust this guide? Our editorial team analyzed 2 retirement homes communities in San Diego, CA using California Department of Social Services (CDSS) data, inspection records, complaints, amenities, and facility-level details. How we rank retirement homes in CA
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Last updated
Jun 2026
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2 homes
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Avg Walk Score: 22/ 100The average Walk Score across facilities in San Diego, 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: 138The average licensed bed capacity across facilities in San Diego, CA. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: 90

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.

Westmont of Carmel Valley
RH
AL
IL
MC
San Diego (Carmel Valley)
138
Facility 138
CA AVG 103
Rank #446 / 1657
Yes
17
Facility 17
CA AVG 57
Rank #1886 / 2092
91
Facility 91
CA AVG 81
Rank #355 / 1401
6
6
Facility 6
CA AVG 13
Rank #654 / 1397
2
Facility 2
CA AVG 13
Rank #1300 / 1487
97.1%
Facility 97.1%
CA AVG 74.8%
Rank #165 / 1368
-Westmont Lving Inc. Wm Carmel Valley Mgr Gp LLC CaStudio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Casa Aldea University City Village
RH
IL
San Diego (University City)
-Yes
26
Facility 26
CA AVG 57
Rank #1776 / 2092
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25
Facility 25
CA AVG 13
Rank #235 / 1487
-A+-Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed / 3+ 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.

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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.

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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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