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Casa Aldea University City Village
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Casa Aldea University City Village

6132 Gullstrand St, San Diego, CA 92122 View map
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Overview of Casa Aldea University City Village

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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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By The Numbers

Community insights.

Years of operating Info A longer operating history, which may indicate experience navigating regulations and delivering ongoing care. This is the number of years in operation under current management. Rank #235 / 1452Years in operation — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 235th out of 1,452 homes 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 cover every community we track in California that reports data for that category. Communities without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
25 years
Walk Score Info Car-dependent. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation. Rank #1611 / 1887Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 1611th out of 1,887 homes 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 cover every community we track in California that reports data for that category. Communities without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
26 / 100
BBB Rating Info An independent rating from the Better Business Bureau based on factors such as complaint history, transparency, and business practices.
A+ Not Accredited
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Additional Policies & Features

Minimum Age55

Amenities & Lifestyle

Swimming Pool
Spa
Library
ActivitiesVarious classes and activities available
Specific ProgramsArts and Crafts Studio, Billiards, Bingo, Cooking Classes, Dog Park, Gardening Areas, Clubhouse, Book Club, Card Room
Touring HoursMon - Sun: 8:00AM to 5:00PM

Pricing & Financial Information

Starting Price$2,195 - $3,740 per month

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Room Sizes: 623 / 675 - 838 / 845 - 1269 / 1210 sq. ft.

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Housing Options: Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed / 3+ Bed

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Building Type: 1-story / 2-story / 3-story

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Living Spaces & Floor Plans for Casa Aldea University City Village

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Address 9.5 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from San Diego's city center to Casa Aldea University City Village's address, calculated via Google Maps. — 2.91 miles to nearest hospital (VA Medical Center-San Diego)

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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. 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. IL (Independent Living): Community living with dining, activities, and transportation for active seniors who need little personal care. CCRC (Continuing Care Retirement Community): A campus with multiple care levels so residents can age in place without moving.
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.
Visits or investigations linked to complaints, as counted in the state record (may differ from routine annual surveys).
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.
Better Business Bureau grade for the operating company. Reflects complaint handling and business practices, not clinical care quality.
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.
Vi at La Jolla Village
IL
AL
CCRC
MC
NH
SNF
San Diego (University City)
783
Facility 783
CA AVG 103
Rank #5 / 1,492
No
88
Facility 88
CA AVG 57
Rank #197 / 1,887
34
17
Facility 17
CA AVG 13
Rank #1,056 / 1,387
28
Facility 28
CA AVG 13
Rank #133 / 1,452
69.3%
Facility 69.3%
CA AVG 74.6%
Rank #818 / 1,313
-Ccw La Jolla LLC, Cc La Jolla LLC, And Classic Res MgmtSuite / Penthouse / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
The Glen at Scripps Ranch
IL
AL
CCRC
MC
NH
SNF
San Diego (Scripps Ranch)
684
Facility 684
CA AVG 103
Rank #7 / 1,492
No
8
Facility 8
CA AVG 57
Rank #1,803 / 1,887
5
1
Facility 1
CA AVG 13
Rank #210 / 1,387
12
Facility 12
CA AVG 13
Rank #566 / 1,452
81.3%
Facility 81.3%
CA AVG 74.6%
Rank #530 / 1,313
A+Glen At Scripps Ranch Ccrc LLC1 Bed / 2 Bed / 3 Bed
Wesley Palms Retirement Community
IL
AL
MC
San Diego (Pacific Beach)
511
Facility 511
CA AVG 103
Rank #20 / 1,492
Yes
19
Facility 19
CA AVG 57
Rank #1,690 / 1,887
17
4
Facility 4
CA AVG 13
Rank #525 / 1,387
31
Facility 31
CA AVG 13
Rank #97 / 1,452
65.0%
Facility 65.0%
CA AVG 74.6%
Rank #963 / 1,313
A+Front Porch Communities And ServicesStudio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
White Sands La Jolla – Luxury Senior Living
IL
AL
MC
SNF
La Jolla
299
Facility 299
CA AVG 103
Rank #55 / 1,492
Yes
80
Facility 80
CA AVG 57
Rank #383 / 1,887
7
1
Facility 1
CA AVG 13
Rank #210 / 1,387
51
Facility 51
CA AVG 13
Rank #7 / 1,452
61.2%
Facility 61.2%
CA AVG 74.6%
Rank #1,038 / 1,313
-Humangood & Humangood SocalStudio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Casa Aldea University City Village
IL
San Diego (University City)-Yes
26
Facility 26
CA AVG 57
Rank #1,611 / 1,887
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25
Facility 25
CA AVG 13
Rank #235 / 1,452
-A+-Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed / 3+ Bed

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Financial Assistance for
Independent Living in California

Casa Aldea University City Village is located in San Diego, California.
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Multipurpose Senior Services Program

MSSP (Medi-Cal Waiver)

Age 65+
General California resident, Medi-Cal eligible, nursing home risk.
Income Limits (2025) ~$2,829/month 300% FBR, individual
Asset Limits $2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple).
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County-managed; waitlists possible.

Benefits
In-home support (4-6 hours/day) Respite care (14 days/year) Meals (~$6/meal) Transportation (8 trips/month) Care management

In-Home Supportive Services (IHSS)

California IHSS

Age 65+
General California resident, Medicaid-eligible or low-income.
Income Limits ~$1,732/month individual, Medi-Cal threshold
Asset Limits $2,000 individual
CA

Can hire family as caregivers.

Benefits
Personal care (up to 283 hours/month) Homemaker services Respite (varies)

Multipurpose Senior Services Program (MSSP)

CA MSSP

Age 65+
General California resident, Medi-Cal-eligible, nursing home-eligible but community-capable.
Income Limits ~$2,829/month 300% FBR, individual
Asset Limits $2,000 individual
CA

Available in 38 counties; waitlists common.

Benefits
Case management Respite care (up to 10 days/year) Minor home mods (avg. $500) Adult day care (~$50/day)

Property Tax Postponement Program (PTP)

CA PTP

Age 62+
General California resident, own and live in home, 40% equity.
Income Limits (2025) ~$51,500/year household, adjusted annually
Asset Limits Equity-based; no strict asset cap.
CA

Deferred taxes accrue interest (5% as of 2024); repaid upon sale/death.

Benefits
Property tax deferral (avg. $1,000-$3,000/year, varies by county)

Assisted Living Waiver (ALW)

CA ALW

Age 65+ or disabled
General California resident, Medi-Cal-eligible, nursing home-eligible.
Income Limits ~$2,829/month 300% FBR, individual
Asset Limits $2,000 individual
CA

Available in 15 counties (e.g., LA, Sacramento); waitlists common.

Benefits
Personal care in ALFs (5-7 hours/day) Medication management Social services

California CARES Program

CA CARES

Age —
General Caregivers of California residents 60+ needing help with 3+ daily activities; no caregiver age limit.
Income Limits No strict limit; cost-sharing above ~$2,500/month threshold.
Asset Limits Not applicable; need-based.
CA

High demand in urban areas; complements IHSS respite.

Benefits
Respite care (up to 10 days/year) Counseling (4-6 sessions/year) Training (2-3 workshops/year) Supplies (~$200/year)

Frequently Asked Questions about Casa Aldea University City Village

What neighborhood is Casa Aldea University City Village in?

Casa Aldea University City Village is in the University City neighborhood of San Diego.

Is Casa Aldea University City Village in a walkable area?

Casa Aldea University City Village has a walk score of 26. Car-dependent. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.

How long has Casa Aldea University City Village been in business?

Casa Aldea University City Village has been operating for approximately 25 years, based on available licensing and registration records.

Are pets allowed at Casa Aldea University City Village?

Yes, Casa Aldea University City Village allows residents to bring their pets.

How much does Casa Aldea University City Village cost per month?

Pricing at Casa Aldea University City Village starts at $2,195 per month, with rates varying by floorplan and additional care needs.

Are there photos of Casa Aldea University City Village?

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What is the address of Casa Aldea University City Village?

Casa Aldea University City Village is located at 6132 Gullstrand St, San Diego, CA 92122.

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