The Villa at San Mateo Apartments

The Villa at San Mateo Apartments

Overview of The Villa at San Mateo Apartments

Located in the Sugarloaf neighborhood of San Mateo, California, The Villa at San Mateo Apartments is an independent living community less than half a mile from San Mateo Medical Center. Residents live independently in private apartments, and they have access to on-site amenities, dining, and social activities. The community is designed for adults aged 55 and older who want a maintenance-free lifestyle without giving up their independence.

The two-story community offers one-bedroom and two-bedroom apartments. Every residence includes oversized windows along with individual heating and air conditioning. Select apartments also feature walk-in closets or a private balcony, giving residents additional storage or outdoor space. The community welcomes pets, so residents can move in with a companion animal.

Shared amenities include a heated outdoor pool, barbecue area, coffee lounge, movie lounge, fitness center, and game room. There’s also a regular schedule of activities. There’s free community Wi-Fi, an on-site resource center, and a library for residents who want to relax or stay connected. Transportation services are also available for residents who no longer drive.

The neighborhood has a Walk Score of 81, which is very walkable. Many errands can be reached on foot. Families considering The Villa at San Mateo Apartments should ask about the current activities calendar to see how it matches a loved one’s interests and lifestyle.

By The Numbers

Community insights.

Walk Score Info Very walkable. Most errands can be accomplished on foot, and many essentials are within a short walk. Rank #134 / 641Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis independent living community is ranked 134th out of 641 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.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
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What does this home offer?

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Minimum Age: 55 Years Old

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Pets Allowed

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Housing Options: 1 Bed / 2 Bed

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Building Type: Two-story

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Address 2.9 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from San Mateo's city center to The Villa at San Mateo Apartments's address, calculated via Google Maps. — 0.42 miles to nearest hospital (San Mateo Medical Center)

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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. 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).
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.
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.
The Peninsula Regent
IL
AL
San Mateo
435
Facility 435
CA AVG 167
Rank #23 / 412
Yes
95
Facility 95
CA AVG 59
Rank #22 / 641
6
2
Facility 2
CA AVG 13
Rank #41 / 394
2
Facility 2
CA AVG 3
Rank #185 / 401
37
Facility 37
CA AVG 15
Rank #22 / 405
50.1%
Facility 50.1%
CA AVG 71.6%
Rank #322 / 363
-Bass Inc And Pacific Retirement Services Inc1 Bed / 2 Bed
Atria Park of San Mateo
IL
AL
MC
San Mateo (East San Mateo)
175
Facility 175
CA AVG 167
Rank #129 / 412
Yes
70
Facility 70
CA AVG 59
Rank #245 / 641
53
27
Facility 27
CA AVG 13
Rank #337 / 394
11
Facility 11
CA AVG 3
Rank #375 / 401
25
Facility 25
CA AVG 15
Rank #103 / 405
42.3%
Facility 42.3%
CA AVG 71.6%
Rank #348 / 363
-Wg Hillsdale Sh LP And Atria Management Co LLCStudio / 1 Bed
The Stratford
IL
AL
CCRC
San Mateo
96
Facility 96
CA AVG 167
Rank #309 / 412
Yes
98
Facility 98
CA AVG 59
Rank #6 / 641
19
11
Facility 11
CA AVG 13
Rank #211 / 394
1
Facility 1
CA AVG 3
Rank #118 / 401
20
Facility 20
CA AVG 15
Rank #131 / 405
89.6%
Facility 89.6%
CA AVG 71.6%
Rank #48 / 363
-Sunrise Stratford Gp & LP And Sunrise Senior Lvg Mgt-
Sterling Court
IL
AL
San Mateo (North Central)
24
Facility 24
CA AVG 167
Rank #390 / 412
Yes
89
Facility 89
CA AVG 59
Rank #73 / 641
5
2
Facility 2
CA AVG 13
Rank #41 / 394
3
Facility 3
CA AVG 3
Rank #240 / 401
36
Facility 36
CA AVG 15
Rank #29 / 405
87.5%
Facility 87.5%
CA AVG 71.6%
Rank #58 / 363
A+Webcor Builders, Inc. & Fifty Peninsula Partners1 Bed / 2 Bed
The Villa at San Mateo Apartments
IL
San Mateo (Sugarloaf)-Yes
81
Facility 81
CA AVG 59
Rank #134 / 641
-------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 for
Independent Living in California

The Villa at San Mateo Apartments is located in San Mateo, 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).
CA

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 The Villa at San Mateo Apartments

What neighborhood is The Villa at San Mateo Apartments in?

The Villa at San Mateo Apartments is in the Sugarloaf neighborhood of San Mateo.

Is The Villa at San Mateo Apartments in a walkable area?

The Villa at San Mateo Apartments has a walk score of 81. Very walkable. Most errands can be accomplished on foot, and many essentials are within a short walk.

Are pets allowed at The Villa at San Mateo Apartments?

Yes, The Villa at San Mateo Apartments allows residents to bring their pets.

Are there photos of The Villa at San Mateo Apartments?

Yes — there are 5 photos of The Villa at San Mateo Apartments in the photo gallery on this page.

What levels of care does The Villa at San Mateo Apartments provide?

The Villa at San Mateo Apartments offers Independent Living.

What is the address of The Villa at San Mateo Apartments?

The Villa at San Mateo Apartments is located at 4000 S El Camino Real, San Mateo, CA 94403.

What is the phone number of The Villa at San Mateo Apartments?

(650) 349-1400 will put you in contact with the team at The Villa at San Mateo Apartments.

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