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Why trust this guide? Our editorial team analyzed 59 senior living communities in Tampa, FL using FL Agency for Health Care Administration (AHCA) data, inspection records, complaints, amenities, and facility-level details. How we rank senior living in FL
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Info below is compiled from the FL Agency for Health Care Administration (AHCA), senior community websites & trusted data sources such as Walk Score & BBB.

Communities are listed from highest-ranked to lowest-ranked based on our methodology.

Care Types in This Table AL (Assisted Living): Housing with help for daily activities like bathing, dressing, and medication, without 24-hour skilled nursing. NH (Nursing Home): 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. SNF (Skilled Nursing Facility): Round-the-clock nursing care, often for recovery after surgery, injury, or illness. MC (Memory Care): Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. RC (Respite Care): Short-term temporary care that gives family caregivers a break. IL (Independent Living): Community living with dining, activities, and transportation for active seniors who need little personal care. HC (Home Care): Professional care delivered in the person's own home, from companionship to skilled nursing. HOS (Hospice Care): Comfort-focused care for those with a terminal illness, prioritizing quality of life over treatment. ADC (Adult Day Care): Daytime supervision, health monitoring, and social activities for seniors who live at home. PC (Palliative Care): Comfort-focused care for serious illness at any stage, including alongside curative treatment.
City and state of the facility. Used for mapping and state-average comparisons.
Licensed bed capacity (maximum allowed). Not the same as how many beds are currently filled.
A 0–100 score of a facility's regulatory inspection record, shown as a letter and compared with other facilities of the same kind in the same state. This is a proprietary Assisted Living Magazine grade. It is not a government rating. A dash means we have no inspection data for that facility.
Indicates whether residents are allowed to have pets in the facility.
Third-party neighborhood walkability score (0–100). Convenience/context metric, not a healthcare quality measure.
Name of the licensed owner, operator, or managing entity as filed with the state. Useful for grouping facilities under the same organization.
Count of regulatory inspections in the reporting window. Higher volume can reflect more oversight visits, complaint-driven surveys, or routine licensure cycles.
Share of inspections that resulted in citations, expressed as a percentage of total inspections in the window.
Total count of citations (cited regulatory issues) recorded in the selected reporting period. Read alongside inspection counts for context.
The average number of citations this facility receives each time it's inspected, calculated as total citations ÷ total inspections. A lower number suggests more consistent compliance with safety and care standards.
Reported profit orientation for the operator or facility (e.g. for-profit vs nonprofit), as provided in state licensing or disclosure data.
Total monetary fines or penalties in the reporting window from the state source. A single large fine can dominate this figure.
A named contact for the facility. Hover the name to see their role — Administrator (state administrator of record or facility-provided administrator), Nursing Director, Medical Director, or Staff. The most authoritative available is shown.
Housing or bed configuration options (e.g. studio, shared), often from facility-reported amenities and licensing details.
Better Business Bureau grade for the operating company. Reflects complaint handling and business practices, not clinical care quality.
Discovery Village at Westchase
IL
AL
MC
Tampa (Berkeley Square)
140B-No 33 Westchase Fl Senior Housing Opco LLC2232%271.2For-Profit$2,000Victor J Piperata II-A+
The Legacy at Highwoods Preserve
IL
AL
MC
RC
Tampa (County Line Coalition)
88B-No 5 Highwoods Preserve Opco LLC3139%290.9For-Profit$5,500Nikoletta Bystrzycka1 Bed / Suite-
Sunny Vista Assisted Living Facility LLC
IL
ADC
AL
HC
HOS
MC
RC
Tampa (Sulphur Springs)
26B+No 68 Sunny Vista Assisted Living Facility LLC1020%40.4For-Profit$10,500Alberto Castro-GalvanPrivate / Shared Rooms-
Bayshore Pointe Nursing & Rehab Center
IL
NH
RC
SNF
Tampa (South Tampa)
117
Facility 117
FL AVG 107
Rank #109 / 237
C+Yes
71
Facility 71
FL AVG 40
Rank #44 / 261
-5100%346.8----A+
Alimar Assisted Living
IL
ADC
AL
Tampa (Westshore)
56A+No 23 All Care Senior Living LLC284%10.0For-Profit$0Wided Jabbes-Chabbar-A+
Great American Assisted Living at Tampa
IL
AL
MC
RC
Tampa
90B+Yes 74 Sunrise Senior Village Assisted Living, Inc5326%370.7For-Profit$8,000Nicole Soto--
The Estate At Hyde Park
IL
MC
RC
Tampa (Bayshore Gardens)
95C+No 69 Arhc Hbtpaflo1 Trs, LLC3023%240.8For-Profit$27,500Rachel Dyanne LoperStudio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed-
Fairway Oaks Center
IL
NH
PC
RC
SNF
Tampa
120
Facility 120
FL AVG 107
Rank #62 / 237
B-No
32
Facility 32
FL AVG 40
Rank #162 / 261
-4100%297.3---Semi-Private RoomsB-
The Bristol at Tampa Rehabilitation & Nursing Center
IL
NH
PC
RC
SNF
Tampa (Cross Fletcher)
266
Facility 266
FL AVG 107
Rank #5 / 237
D-No
75
Facility 75
FL AVG 40
Rank #34 / 261
-6100%538.8---Private / Semi-Private RoomsA+
Senior Point Assisted Living
IL
ADC
AL
MC
Tampa (Northwest Tampa)
92A-No 73 Senior Point Assisted Living Facility LLC2030%110.6For-Profit$0-Private / Semi-Private-

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Overview of Discovery Village at Westchase

Discovery Village at Westchase provides assisted living and memory care in Tampa, Florida. Assisted living supports residents with daily tasks such as bathing, dressing, and medication while they maintain their own living space. Memory care offers a secured setting with supervision for someone who may be at risk of wandering, and having both care levels in one community can support a resident whose needs grow over time without requiring a move.

The community has 140 beds and offers respite care for short stays, which can suit a family caregiver who needs to travel or recover. Sensations Dining provides a restaurant-quality dining program. Connections Transportation gives residents access to community transportation when errands are not practical on foot.

The community is in Tampa’s Berkeley Square neighborhood. A Walk Score of 33 places the area in a car-dependent setting, so most errands require a car or a ride. Victor J Piperata II serves as administrator, and Westchase Fl Senior Housing Opco operates the community.

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Overview of The Legacy at Highwoods Preserve

The Legacy at Highwoods Preserve is an 88-bed assisted living community offering memory care and respite care services in Tampa, Florida. Located at 18600 Highwoods Preserve Parkway, the facility is operated by Highwoods Preserve Opco LLC and administered by Nikoletta Bystrzycka. The 2-story building features one-bedroom suites and sits in a car-dependent neighborhood with a Walk Score of 5, meaning residents will need private transportation for most errands and appointments.
The community places a strong emphasis on specialized dementia care. All associates undergo specialized dementia training to ensure they can meet the unique needs of memory care residents with compassion and expertise. The facility recognizes the importance of comprehensive support, offering medication assistance and access to concierge doctors and healthcare professionals who are readily available on-site to address residents’ medical needs.
Amenities are designed to support an active and engaged lifestyle. Residents can enjoy a library, comfortable lounge areas, and a wellness center for fitness and health activities. The beautifully landscaped courtyard and gardens create a peaceful setting, while walking paths invite exploration of the serene surroundings. Beauty services and housekeeping support are available to residents, and transportation services ensure easy access to local attractions, shopping, and medical appointments.
Daily life is enriched by a robust calendar of social and recreational activities. Programming includes exercise classes, wellness programs, arts and crafts, gardening, music programs, social events, and outings to nearby shopping and entertainment venues. Dining services are provided, with flexible scheduling to accommodate resident preferences.
State inspections have tracked the facility’s operations over more than a decade. Inspections have consistently identified training and staffing documentation as areas of focus, reflecting the facility’s attention to compliance and operational standards in these critical areas.

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Overview of Sunny Vista Assisted Living Facility

Sunny Vista Assisted Living Facility is a vibrant community in Tampa, FL, dedicated to improving residents’ comfort and quality of life through assisted living. They provide day stay and short-term care for those who want to age in their homes but spend a few hours outside to engage in various activities or need to recover from a hospitalization before returning home. Here, residents can comfortably enjoy their retirement with the support of reliable care experts available 24/7 to assist them with their daily living activities and personal care needs.

They also offer specialized Alzheimer’s and dementia care to those living with the challenges of memory impairments to help them live their lives fully despite their conditions. Residents are also given an array of options for recreational and fitness activities, as well as healthy menus to ensure they are well-equipped to maintain their wellness. Here, they free residents from the chores, hassles, and worries of daily living to ensure they can focus on living their best lives.

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Overview of Bayshore Pointe Nursing & Rehab Center

Bayshore Pointe Nursing & Rehab Center is a nursing home offering skilled nursing and respite care in Tampa, FL. Skilled nursing provides licensed nursing care on site around the clock, while nursing home services support in-patient residential stays for residents who need ongoing care. Respite care provides short stays, which can suit a family caregiver who needs temporary coverage while traveling or recovering.

The community is in the South Tampa neighborhood and has 117 beds. Private and semi-private rooms provide either an individual room or a shared room arrangement. Total nurse staffing is 3h 49m per resident per day, representing the daily nursing time allocated per resident. Medicaid, Medicare, and private pay are accepted, giving families those payment routes for care expenses.

Short-term rehabilitation, outpatient rehabilitation services, and a rehabilitation gym support therapy during recovery, with therapy available up to 7 days per week. Telemedicine provides access to remote medical appointments, while the salon, landscaped grounds, and courtyard offer on-site personal care and outdoor spaces. Pets are allowed, so a resident may be able to bring a pet with them. With short-term rehabilitation and respite care available, Bayshore Pointe Nursing & Rehab Center may be a good fit for someone recovering through a temporary stay or a family caregiver who needs short-term support.

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Overview of Alimar Assisted Living

Alimar Assisted Living offers assisted living and adult day care in Tampa, Florida. Assisted living includes help with eating, bathing, dressing, walking, and self administration of medication, so residents can receive support with daily tasks while continuing to live in the community.

Adult day care provides daytime services that include medication administration, meals and snacks, and social work counseling. It may suit families looking for structured daytime care with practical support and opportunities for social and counseling services.

Opened in 2003, Alimar has 56 beds. Its smaller size can allow staff and residents to get to know each other, and the community may be a good fit for someone who needs hands on help with daily activities or for a family seeking structured daytime care.

Exercise classes, bingo, dominoes, other games, monthly events, and live music give residents scheduled activities to join. Payment options include Insurance and/or HMO, Medicaid, and Veterans Affairs (VA) benefits; Wided Jabbes Chabbar serves as administrator, and All Care Senior Living operates the community.

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Overview of Great American Assisted Living at Tampa

Conveniently located in Hillsborough County, Tampa, FL, Colonial Assisted Living is a remarkable senior living community that offers assisted living, memory care, and respite care. Age gracefully in the comfort of carefully built accommodations with access to 24/7 assistance provided by a dedicated and compassionate team. The community offers personalized care plans tailored to accommodate residents’ varying needs and preferences.

Residents enjoy fulfilling opportunities through a wide range of enriching activities and events, such as daily exercises, social events, book clubs, art and cooking classes, and more. The community provides an array of services that help residents get their medications on time and keep up with nutrition and physical therapy, ensuring they are always on top of their health. Residents also enjoy menu and recipes designed to satisfy every palate while providing the necessary nourishment for seniors.

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Overview of The Estate at Hyde Park

The Estate at Hyde Park provides memory care and short-term respite stays in a two-story building on Palm Drive in Tampa, Florida. The 95-bed property features studio, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom floor plans. Residents receive 24-hour nursing supervision and routine visits from clinical specialists, with on-site staff communicating in English, Spanish, and Creole.

The day-to-day routine includes chef-prepared meals, weekly housekeeping, and laundry service. Staff members run structured memory-care activities such as gardening, exercise classes, games, and music programs.

The surrounding Bayshore Gardens neighborhood has a walkability score of 69 out of 100, meaning some routine errands can be handled on foot, though most trips still require a car or local transit. The campus sits within about a mile of HCA Florida South Tampa Hospital.

Interested individuals can reach out to the admissions office at The Estate at Hyde Park directly to find out about current monthly rates, evaluate open floor plans, or set up a time to view the property.

Starting Price $7,930/Month

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Overview of Fairway Oaks Center

Fairway Oaks Center is a compassionate community in Tampa, FL that redefines residents’ wellness journey through their excellent rehabilitation and long-term care services. They guarantee a comfortable and smooth recovery process for those who need it with the help of their compassionate care team who can help them with pain management as well as physical, occupational, and speech therapy. For those who need long-term care, their excellent team is available to provide them with 24/7 skilled nursing care and palliative care to improve their quality of life in the face of a serious illness.

They also feature an extensive social and recreational program that gives residents access to an array of activities tailored to their abilities and interests. Residents can look forward to a fine dining experience during meal times with nourishing meals that cater to their preferences and dietary needs. From round-the-clock and comprehensive care services to thoughtful amenities and conveniences, Fairway Oaks Center provides it all for a comfortable and wellness-focused living experience.

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Overview of The Bristol at Tampa Rehabilitation & Nursing Center

Enjoy an improved quality of life in your golden years with The Bristol at Tampa Rehabilitation & Nursing Center, a reliable community in Tampa, FL for short-term and long-term rehabilitation and skilled nursing care. Their excellent care team is well-trained in a wide range of specialties to ensure residents’ every need is met, including daily living assistance, rehabilitative services, and other complex medical management services. Residents also enjoy the comfort and privacy provided by their private and semi-private accommodations with housekeeping services for their convenience.

An array of social activities is also organized regularly to help residents maintain an active and well-connected lifestyle while going through their recovery or maintaining their well-being. Fresh, delicious meals are also served with flexible dining options to ensure residents are always nourished and energized. With conveniences like an on-site salon, telehealth consultations, and transportation services, residents’ lives are made more comfortable and convenient.

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Overview of Senior Point Assisted Living

Senior Point Assisted Living offers assisted living, adult day care, and memory care in Tampa, FL. Assisted living includes help with daily tasks such as dressing, bathing, and taking medication. Memory care provides a secured setting with supervision for someone at risk of wandering, while adult day care offers support during daytime hours without requiring a change to the person’s usual living arrangement.

The community has 92 beds with private and semi-private housing. A private residence gives one resident their own living space, while a semi-private option means sharing that space with another resident. The combination of assisted living and memory care can suit a resident whose needs grow over time without leaving the community.

Senior Point is in the Northwest Tampa neighborhood, where a Walk Score of 73 places the area in the very walkable range. Most errands can be done on foot, so a resident who no longer drives may still reach nearby shops, a pharmacy, or cafes independently. Payment options include insurance and/or HMO, Medicaid, and Veterans Affairs (VA) benefits; Medicaid matters when a family’s savings may not cover a long stay, while VA benefits apply to an eligible veteran or surviving spouse.

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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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Senior Living in Tampa at a glance

Avg Walk Score: 50/ 100The average Walk Score across facilities in Tampa, FL. 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: 91The average licensed bed capacity across facilities in Tampa, FL. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: 90
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Frequently Asked Questions about Senior Living in Tampa, FL

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 59 senior living communities in Tampa, FL. Use the filters and comparison tools above to compare ratings, amenities, and pricing.

How do I choose the right senior living community in Tampa, FL?

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 Tampa, FL, 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 Tampa, FL?

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.