
Compare Senior Living around San Francisco
The information below is reported by the California Department of Social Services and Department of Public Health.
| Dr. George Davis Senior Building | IL | San Francisco (Bayview) | - | No |
82
Facility
82
CA AVG
57
Rank
#357 / 2092 | 1 Bed / 2 Bed |
| Parkview Terrace Senior Community | IL | San Francisco (Cathedral Hill) | - | No |
98
Facility
98
CA AVG
57
Rank
#13 / 2092 | Studio / 1 Bed |
| St. Andrew | IL NH | Daly City (St. Francis) | 186
Facility
186
CA AVG
103
Rank
#191 / 1657 | No |
69
Facility
69
CA AVG
57
Rank
#768 / 2092 | Studio / 1 Bed |
| Notre Dame Plaza | IL | San Francisco (Mission Dolores) | - | No |
98
Facility
98
CA AVG
57
Rank
#13 / 2092 | Studio / 1 Bed |
Dr. George Davis Senior Residence and Senior Center is an outstanding 62+ community in San Francisco, CA, offering independent living. This 120-bed community features beautifully furnished and cozy one- and two-bedroom floor plans, ensuring residents can find the accommodation that best matches their preferences. Residents can ease their worries with the community’s on-site management and laundry spaces.
With cozy communal spaces and fun amenities, like the fitness center and lounge, residents can spend their days as they please. Delightful restaurants are also set nearby, providing residents with plenty of dining options that cater to their dietary needs and preferences. The community also strives to maintain affordability, so low-income older adults can downsize in retirement without worries.
Parkview Terrace Senior Community is an astounding community in San Francisco, CA, offering independent living. Prioritizing residents’ comfort and safety, the community has cozy and wheelchair-accessible studio and one-bedroom floor plans. Residents feel a sense of belonging during their stay in the community’s warm and welcoming environment.
Fun recreational activities and enriching programs are conducted to keep residents active and socially connected. With several delightful restaurants nearby, residents find plenty of dining options to satisfy their dietary needs and preferences. The community is ideal for those looking to live comfortably in their golden years, especially with its purposely built amenities and friendly setting.
Surrounded by serene green spaces in Daly City, CA, St. Andrew Community is an idyllic 62+ community that offers independent living. The community has 12 cozy studios and 38 specially designed one-bedroom apartments, ensuring residents can find the accommodation that best matches their preferences. Residents also enjoy a convenient lifestyle with the community’s resident services program and laundry spaces.
With its proximity to shopping centers and Seton Medical Center, residents have quick access to their healthcare needs and leisure. Fully furnished kitchens in each apartment and a community kitchen are available, so residents can prepare meals according to their dietary needs and preferences. The community is ideal for those looking to downsize in retirement, especially with its affordability and welcoming environment.
Ideally situated near Mission Dolores Park in San Francisco, CA, Notre Dame Plaza is an idyllic retreat that offers independent living. Featuring cozy and specially designed studio and one-bedroom floor plans, the community strives to keep residents comfortable and safe. Residents can rest their worries in the community’s nurturing and welcoming environment.
Recreation sites and plenty of local amenities are located nearby, providing residents with leisure and dining options. With fully furnished apartments, residents enjoy the utmost convenience they deserve. The community is great for those seeking independence in their golden years, especially with its convenient and state-of-the-art amenities.
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
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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Frequently Asked Questions about Senior Living in San Francisco, CA
What is senior living?
Senior living is an umbrella term covering independent living, assisted living, memory care, and nursing homes — communities and services designed for adults aged 55 or older.
How many senior living communities are listed on this page?
This page features 4 senior living communities in San Francisco, CA. Use the filters and comparison tools above to compare ratings, amenities, and pricing.
How do I choose the right senior living community in San Francisco, 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 San Francisco, 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 senior living communities in San Francisco, 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.












