Brookside Senior Apartments
Independent Living · Bakersfield, CA

Brookside Senior Apartments

Independent Living · Bakersfield, CA

Overview of Brookside Senior Apartments

Brookside Senior Apartments offers independent living in Bakersfield, California. It is an age restricted rental apartment community, with private apartments and community services rather than daily personal care. The setting may suit someone who wants to live independently without routine help with daily tasks.

Residents can choose a one bedroom or two bedroom apartment. The layouts accommodate either one resident or someone who wants more living space. Pets are allowed, and transportation is available for residents. A heated swimming pool, fitness center, beauty salon, clubhouse with a fireplace, and library give residents places for exercise, personal grooming, relaxation, and reading without leaving the community. Daily activities and social events add scheduled opportunities to join organized programs, and GSF Properties operates the community.

By The Numbers

Community insights.

Years of operating Info A community with a solid operating history and experience delivering ongoing care. This is the number of years in operation under current management. Rank #172 / 479Years in operation — State benchmarked This independent living community is ranked 172nd out of 479 independent living communities we track in California for years in operation. Shows how long this facility has been in operation compared to other California facilities. Longer operating histories may benefit residents, families, and staff. Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings compare like with like: every independent living community we track in California that reports data for that category. Independent living communities without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.
17 years
Walk Score Info Car-dependent. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation. Rank #550 / 630Walk Score — State benchmarked This independent living community is ranked 550th out of 630 independent living communities we track in California for walk score. Shows how walkable this facility's neighborhood is compared to the average walk score across California facilities. Higher scores benefit residents, families, and staff. Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings compare like with like: every independent living community we track in California that reports data for that category. Independent living communities without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.
26 / 100

About This Community

Additional Services

4 services
TransportationListed as: Concierge transportation coordination · Free transportation
Concierge
MaintenanceListed as: On-call maintenance
Beauty Services

Additional Policies & Features

Pets AllowedWeight limit 20 lbs. Vaccination records required. Breed restrictions apply.

Amenities & Lifestyle

Clubhouse
Library
Beauty Salon
Swimming Pool
Fitness Center
Bar
Parking
Large-Screen Tv and Dvd
Skylights
Covered Porch with Storage
Touring HoursMon-Fri: 9:00 AM-5:00 PM, Sat-Sun: Closed

Room Accommodations

Building TypeSingle-story
Room Sizes
624 sq. ft 844 sq. ft 1,000 sq. ft
Room Types
1 Bedroom 2 Bedroom
In-Room Features
Fully Equipped Kitchen Dishwasher Refrigerator Generous Closet And Storage Space Washer/Dryer Hookups Private Balconies/Patios (Select Units)

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Address 5.1 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from Bakersfield's city center to Brookside Senior Apartments's address, calculated via Google Maps.

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Info below is compiled from the CA Dept. of Social Services (CDSS), 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. 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. HOS (Hospice Care): Comfort-focused care for those with a terminal illness, prioritizing quality of life over 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.
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.
Count of regulatory inspections in the reporting window. Higher volume can reflect more oversight visits, complaint-driven surveys, or routine licensure cycles.
A complaint visit is an unannounced on-site visit by California's Community Care Licensing Division to investigate a complaint about the community, filed by a resident, a family member, staff or anyone else. A visit means a complaint was looked into, not that it was proven: the state may find it substantiated, inconclusive or unfounded. Fewer visits is better.
Count of California state "Type A" citations — the state's most serious citation category (immediate or serious harm to residents), from California state inspection data.
Number of years the company has been in operation.
Reported or derived occupancy for the facility—typically how fully licensed capacity is utilized. Compare across peers in the same market.
Name of the licensed owner, operator, or managing entity as filed with the state. Useful for grouping facilities under the same organization.
Housing or bed configuration options (e.g. studio, shared), often from facility-reported amenities and licensing details.
Real Care
IL
AL
HOS
MC
RC
Bakersfield
300
Facility 300
CA AVG 165
Rank #55 / 486
Yes
66
Facility 66
CA AVG 59
Rank #276 / 630
15
7
Facility 7
CA AVG 6
Rank #217 / 468
5
Facility 5
CA AVG 3
Rank #370 / 475
1
Facility 1
CA AVG 15
Rank #458 / 479
-Ljn Capital LLC Dba Real Care1 Bed / Studio / Semi-Private Rooms
Hallmark Assisted Living
IL
AL
MC
Bakersfield
99
Facility 99
CA AVG 165
Rank #323 / 486
Yes
69
Facility 69
CA AVG 59
Rank #252 / 630
22
14
Facility 14
CA AVG 6
Rank #320 / 468
5
Facility 5
CA AVG 3
Rank #370 / 475
3
Facility 3
CA AVG 15
Rank #397 / 479
62.6%
Facility 62.6%
CA AVG 72.6%
Rank #317 / 428
Hallmark Senior Living LLCStudio
Riverstone Terrace Senior Living
IL
AL
MC
RC
Bakersfield
55
Facility 55
CA AVG 165
Rank #393 / 486
Yes
41
Facility 41
CA AVG 59
Rank #476 / 630
23
13
Facility 13
CA AVG 6
Rank #306 / 468
5
Facility 5
CA AVG 3
Rank #370 / 475
18
Facility 18
CA AVG 15
Rank #166 / 479
38.2%
Facility 38.2%
CA AVG 72.6%
Rank #420 / 428
Pacifica Bakersfieldlp And Calson Care Bakersfield LLCStudio / Suite / 1 Bed
Hallmark Of Bakersfield
IL
AL
MC
Bakersfield
99
Facility 99
CA AVG 165
Rank #323 / 486
No
79
Facility 79
CA AVG 59
Rank #153 / 630
22
14
Facility 14
CA AVG 6
Rank #320 / 468
5
Facility 5
CA AVG 3
Rank #370 / 475
-
59.6%
Facility 59.6%
CA AVG 72.6%
Rank #343 / 428
-Studio Suite
Brookside Senior Apartments
IL
Bakersfield-Yes
26
Facility 26
CA AVG 59
Rank #550 / 630
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17
Facility 17
CA AVG 15
Rank #172 / 479
--1 Bed / 2 Bed

Rank badges are statewide and care-type specific: each independent living community is ranked against every other CA independent living community we track that reports that metric, not just the 5 on this page. See how we rank facilities

Financial assistance

Programs that may help with care and living costs in California

Brookside Senior Apartments is in Bakersfield, California. These programs may support different care settings or living expenses. A listing does not confirm this community participates; our concierge team can help confirm.

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Homeowner tax relief

Property Tax Postponement Program (PTP)

CA PTP

Who it is for
California homeowners 62+, or blind or disabled, with limited income who want to defer property taxes
Income limit
2026 · For the 2026–2027 application cycle, 2025 total household income must not exceed $57,002.
Asset limit
At least 40% equity in the home is required; a reverse mortgage disqualifies participation.

Eligibility

General
California homeowner age 62+ or blind or disabled who occupies the property as a principal residence and meets all program conditions.
CA specifics
Applications for the 2026–2027 cycle run October 1 2026 through February 10 2027; limited funding is first come, first served.

What it provides

  • Deferral of eligible property taxes secured by a lien; 5% simple annual interest accrues and repayment is triggered by specified events. This is a loan-like deferral; not a grant.
Energy assistance

Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP)

CA LIHEAP

Who it is for
Income-eligible California households responsible for home energy costs
Income limit
2026 · Published 2026 monthly limits: $3,331.66 for one person; $4,356.83 for two; $5,382 for three; larger households use the CSD table.

Eligibility

General
California households meeting local LIHEAP eligibility and prioritization rules; energy costs and household vulnerability are considered.
CA specifics
Apply through the local provider. Funds are limited and assistance is prioritized under program rules.

What it provides

  • One-time energy-bill help; eligible crisis assistance and weatherization; award amounts depend on program rules and available funds.
In-home & community support

Multipurpose Senior Services Program

MSSP (Medi-Cal Waiver)

Who it is for
Medi-Cal members 60+ who meet nursing-facility level of care and can be served at home
Asset limit
For affected non-MAGI Medi-Cal categories, the 2026 countable-asset limit is $130,000 for one person plus $65,000 for each additional eligible family member (up to ten people). Exclusions and spousal protections apply.

Eligibility

General
Adults age 60+ with a qualifying Medi-Cal aid code who meet nursing-facility level-of-care criteria and can be served in the community.
CA specifics
Enrollment and a team-developed plan are required. The current program age is 60, not 65.

What it provides

  • Care management and authorized support such as adult day care; respite; personal care; meals; transportation and minor home modifications.
In-home support

In-Home Supportive Services (IHSS)

California IHSS

Who it is for
Californians who are aged, blind or disabled and need help to stay safely at home
Asset limit
For affected non-MAGI Medi-Cal categories, the 2026 countable-asset limit is $130,000 for one person plus $65,000 for each additional eligible family member (up to ten people). Exclusions and spousal protections apply.

Eligibility

General
California residents who are aged, blind or disabled (including eligible children) and need assistance to remain safely in their own home; Medi-Cal eligibility and health certification are required.
CA specifics
A county social worker assesses tasks and authorized hours; the recipient generally hires and supervises a provider.

What it provides

  • Authorized in-home assistance with daily needs; the approved hours depend on the county assessment and applicable program limits.
Cash support for qualifying nonmedical residential care

SSI/SSP Nonmedical Out-of-Home Care Support

California SSI/SSP — Nonmedical Out-of-Home Care (NMOHC)

Who it is for
SSI/SSP-eligible Californians 65+, or blind or disabled, living in licensed nonmedical residential care
Income limit
Countable income and living arrangement affect eligibility and payment; SSA makes the determination.
Asset limit
Countable-resource limits are $2,000 for an individual and $3,000 for a couple.

Eligibility

General
Cash support for California residents age 65+ or blind or disabled who meet SSA eligibility rules and have a qualifying nonmedical residential living arrangement.
CA specifics
The nonmedical out-of-home-care category must be verified.

What it provides

  • Combined federal SSI and California SSP cash support. From January 1; 2026; the individual licensed-facility NMOHC maximum payment standard is $1,626.07/month before countable-income reductions. This is not an extra payment on top of regular SSI/SSP or a guarantee of full facility fees.
Cash support for qualifying immigrants, including residential care

Cash Assistance Program for Immigrants

California Cash Assistance Program for Immigrants (CAPI)

Who it is for
Immigrants 65+, or blind or disabled, in California who cannot get SSI because of immigration status
Income limit
Income must meet the CAPI payment standard for the person’s living arrangement; the county determines the individual award.
Asset limit
Countable-resource limits are $2,000 for an individual and $3,000 for a couple.

Eligibility

General
Cash support for California residents age 65+ or blind or disabled who meet CAPI immigration rules and cannot receive SSI/SSP solely because of immigration status.
CA specifics
County staff review proof of SSI/SSP ineligibility. A residential payment category requires its own determination.

What it provides

  • State-funded monthly cash assistance with payment standards equivalent to SSI/SSP; including a qualifying nonmedical out-of-home-care category. Actual payments vary; Medi-Cal and IHSS require separate applications.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Brookside Senior Apartments

Quick answers from public records and the community's own listing.
01 Is Brookside Senior Apartments in a walkable area?
Brookside Senior Apartments has a walk score of 26. Car-dependent. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.
02 How long has Brookside Senior Apartments been in business?
Brookside Senior Apartments has been operating for approximately 17 years, based on available licensing and registration records.
03 Are pets allowed at Brookside Senior Apartments?
Yes, Brookside Senior Apartments allows residents to bring their pets.
04 What is the best email address for Brookside Senior Apartments?
The team at Brookside Senior Apartments can be reached at iheartgsf@gsfpi.com.
05 Are there photos of Brookside Senior Apartments?
Yes — there are 22 photos of Brookside Senior Apartments in the photo gallery on this page.
06 What levels of care does Brookside Senior Apartments provide?
Brookside Senior Apartments offers Independent Living.
07 What is the address of Brookside Senior Apartments?
Brookside Senior Apartments is located at 2605 Brookside Drive, Bakersfield, CA 93311.