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Avg Walk Score: 58/ 100The average Walk Score across facilities in California. 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: 103The average licensed bed capacity across facilities in California. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: 90
Overview of Lesley Towers

Lesley Towers is an affordable independent living community in San Mateo, CA, that offers accessible accommodations for older adults. With its warm and welcoming environment, the community ensures older adults can feel a sense of belonging. Laundry rooms, maintenance services, and convenient apartment features are also available to ensure residents’ comfort and convenience. To ease financial challenges, the community also offers income and rent restrictions.

Residents can spend their days happily by participating in local community events and exploring the neighborhood. Spacious living areas and lively communal spaces ensure residents can rest and connect with friends without hassles. San Mateo Central Park, restaurants, and public transportation also surround the area, providing residents with quick access to their leisure and necessities. This independent living community is a good option for senior living in California, ensuring older adults can maintain their independence in retirement.

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Overview of Palm Court by Cogir

Focusing on independent living, Palm Court by Cogir is an eminent senior living community located in Overland Avenue, Culver City, CA. Enjoy a happy and cozy life within the community with a variety of studio, one-, and two-bedroom floor plans to choose from. Maintain an active and well-engaged lifestyle with a kind and dedicated team handling the maintenance and mundane chores.

Explore new interests and meet people with different perspectives with fun activities and enjoyable learning programs. The community strives to provide seniors with opportunities to flourish and reach their full potential while tending to their special needs. With healthy and tasty meals served, the community meets dietary needs and preferences. Palm Court by Cogir is a great place for seniors looking for an active life without the hassle of maintenance and housekeeping.

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Overview of Tower Park

Beautifully set near Kewin Park in Modesto, CA, Tower Park is an idyllic retreat that offers independent living. With specially designed and spacious one-bedroom floor plans, residents are guaranteed to find the accommodation that best suits their preferences. The community also strives to meet residents’ special needs with a service coordinator.

Enriching social activities and exciting events are conducted to keep residents active and socially connected. Several restaurants are set nearby, providing residents with plenty of dining options to satisfy their dietary needs and preferences. Residents are guaranteed the finest retirement experience with the community’s cozy amenities and friendly setting.

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Overview of Roseville Commons Senior Living

Located at 275 Folsom Rd in Roseville, California, Roseville Commons Senior Living is an independent living community developed by Raystone Seniors. The community focuses on an independent lifestyle. There are on-site services, amenities, and everyday conveniences here. It’s about 0.9 miles from the Roseville city center, so shopping and errands are within easy reach.

Roseville Commons offers one-bedroom and two-bedroom apartments ranging from about 528 to 804 square feet. Each unit has a private bathroom, separate living area, kitchen, and balcony where residents can enjoy quiet time outside. The building has three stories. Residents are welcome to bring their pets.

Two chefs prepare meals each day, which are served in the community dining room. Residents can also join a regular schedule of community activities, adding social opportunities to the week beyond mealtimes. Transportation services and fitness and recreation programs are also available on site.

Mercy San Juan Medical Center is about 5.73 miles away, so residents and visiting family can reach hospital care within a short drive. The surrounding neighborhood has a Walk Score of 89 out of 100, which is very walkable. Most errands can be completed on foot, and many everyday essentials are within a short walk of the building.

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Overview of Holiday Warburton Place

Situated amidst the beauty of Santa Clara, California, Holiday Warburton Place offers an exceptional independent living community designed to enrich your retirement years. This environment provides the perfect blend of nature, social connection, and activity. Spacious senior apartments create a comfortable and convenient home base.

Modern amenities ensure your comfort, including walk-in showers or tubs, modern kitchenettes with ample storage, and individually controlled heat and air conditioning to adjust to your preferences. Relax on your private patio or balcony and enjoy the fresh California air. Enjoy keeping fit with exercise classes, or prefer to socialize at game nights and movie screenings, there are endless opportunities to connect with others and pursue your interests. The dedicated staff at Holiday Warburton Place understands the importance of maintaining independence while offering a helping hand when needed.

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Overview of Carlton Concord 55+ Living

Set in the vibrant community of Contra Costa County, Concord, CA, Carlton Concord 55+ Living is a dynamic senior living community that offers independent living. Residents can enjoy their retirement years fully in their sung and spacious apartments that come with full kitchens and beautiful balconies overlooking our serene courtyard. The community encourages an active and high-spirited lifestyle with its convenient location, near a variety of amenities such as shopping centers, movie theaters, farmer’s markets, and restaurants.

Everyday is a day for vibrant living with a variety of stimulating and engaging activities that are regularly conducted by the community. Housekeeping, maintenance, and convenient transportation are provided so residents wouldn’t have to worry about the usual hassles of everyday living. Residents eat deliciously and nutritiously with carefully prepared meals that cater to their tastes and dietary needs. The pet-friendly community offers a safe and secure atmosphere with emergency call systems and 24-hour team availability.

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Overview of Enso Village

Enso Village is a dedicated life plan community in Healdsburg, CA, that offers assisted living and memory support. Prioritizing adults 60+, the community features contemporary-designed residences and an inclusive environment. Freshly-prepared meals, a 24-hour emergency response system, and weekly housekeeping are also offered for residents’ welfare. The community strives to meet residents’ healthcare needs with individualized care plans and Zen-inspired living.

Social events, educational programs, and local trips allow residents to interact with their peers and explore new hobbies. The community also collaborates with San Francisco Zen Center and Kendal to provide residents with an unparalleled senior living experience. With its ideal location near Redwood Highway, residents are guaranteed convenient travel access. As the first Zen-inspired retirement community in Healdsburg, this senior living community is a great choice for the finest retirement experience.

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Overview of Trinity Hills Estates in Temple City

Experience a worry-free retirement with the distinct senior living community of Trinity Hills Estates in Temple City dedicated to enhancing seniors’ quality of life in Temple City, CA with comprehensive care options including assisted living, elder care, dementia care, and hospice care. The community works closely with trusted healthcare providers to ensure seniors receive the utmost care and support for their health needs. Keep peace of mind with a kind and reliable team attending to your daily needs.

Meet people with the same interests and create lasting moments through fun activities and enjoyable programs. Meals are also carefully prepared according to residents’ dietary needs and tastes for the finest dining experience. Surrounded by picturesque views and incredible amenities, Trinity Hills Estates in Temple City is great for seniors aiming to maximize their independence.

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Overview of La Posada Assisted Living & Memory Care

Start a blissful retirement journey with La Posada Assisted Living & Memory Care, a nurturing community in Whittier, CA designed for assisted living and memory care. The community ensures residents receive well-rounded care, including assistance with their daily routines like personal hygiene and medication management. They offer an array of accommodations to suit unique preferences and are equipped with emergency systems and other conveniences for utmost comfort and peace.

Residents here are empowered to maintain the level of independence they want through customized care plans and services. Most of the chores are taken care of so residents can freely engage in various social activities and daily fitness classes for an active living experience. Knowing the importance of proper nutrition to wellness, the community also serves fresh and delicious meals daily to keep the residents energized and well-nourished

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Overview of Mission Creek Senior

In San Francisco’s Mission Bay neighborhood, Mission Creek Senior operates as a 140-unit independent living community designed for older adults prioritizing autonomy and urban lifestyle over medical care. The mid-rise building at 225 Berry Street sits near Oracle Park in one of California’s most walkable neighborhoods (Walk Score 90); a location where residents can accomplish errands on foot and access nearby dining, shopping, and cultural attractions without relying on transportation.

The community’s mission centers on affordability, with explicit programming for low-income older adults seeking peer community.

Staffing and dining anchor the residential experience. Licensed nurses and certified nursing assistants provide 24-hour on-site presence, alongside physician services and banking support.

Meals are prepared daily by on-site registered dieticians who customize menus to resident preferences and dietary needs, delivered in a restaurant-style dining room with in-room service also available. The kitchen approach differs markedly from facility dining at assisted living or nursing homes; dieticians customize rather than accommodate, suggesting personalization within the IL framework.

The amenity portfolio spans lifestyle and convenience: outdoor courtyards, beauty and spa services, fitness programming, transportation coordination, laundry service, and social event programming designed to foster resident connection. Specific programs labeled “Your Care,” “Your Home,” and “Lifestyle & Amenities” suggest layered service tiers.

Pet visitation is permitted.

The community’s independence-focused structure and highly walkable urban location suit active older adults who want peer community and urban amenities without clinical oversight.

However, prospective residents should clarify the scope of “care” services available and confirm that the facility’s independence model matches their functional needs, as licensed staff presence at 24 hours does not equate to assistance with activities of daily living.

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Weighting overview

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    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.

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  • Review Sentiment
  • Review Volume
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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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  • State Inspections
  • Citations/Inspection
  • % Inspections w/ Citations
  • Complaint Visits
  • Accreditations
  • 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.

  • Includes
  • Video Tours
  • Virtual Walkthroughs
  • Photo Quantity
  • Photo Quality
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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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  • 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.

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  • Occupancy Rate
  • Bed Options
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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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  • Walk Score
  • Pricing Transparency
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Frequently Asked Questions about Senior Communities in California

What is senior living?

Senior communities are residential settings designed for adults aged 55 or older, with options ranging from active independent living to assisted living and memory care.

How many senior communities are listed on this page?

This page features 2083 senior communities in California. Use the filters and comparison tools above to compare ratings, amenities, and pricing.

How do I choose the right senior community in California?

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 California, 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 senior communities in California?

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.