Clearwater at South Bay
Assisted Living · Torrance, CA

Overview of Clearwater at South Bay

Clearwater at South Bay is a luxurious assisted living, memory care, and respite care facility in Torrance. The resort-style community is a comfortable place that is inviting to all residents of different backgrounds. These are all created to ensure that residents can live a stress-free lifestyle and create a joyous experience in the community. The luxurious senior living community provides families with the belief that their loved ones are in great hands.
A member of the Clearwater group, South Bay provides an array of upscale amenities and resort-like hospitality for residents of independent living, assisted living, and memory care.  Seniors can live a meaningful lifestyle through simple day-to-day living through essential services such as housekeeping and laundry, transportation and concierge, and round-the-clock care.

(424) 571-2603
Bed community size
137-bed community Rank #450 / 1665Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 450th out of 1665 homes in California. Shows this facility's certified or reported bed count compared to other California SNFs. Larger communities may offer more amenities, programs, and on-site services for residents and families.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
A larger shared setting that may offer more common spaces and organized community services.
Years in operation
6 years in operation Rank #653 / 1209Years in operation — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 653rd out of 1209 homes in California. Shows how long this facility has been in operation compared to other California SNFs. Longer operating histories may benefit residents, families, and staff.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
An established community with some operational experience and growing routines.
Walk Score
Walk Score: 82 / 100 Rank #357 / 2096Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 357th out of 2096 homes in California. Shows how walkable this facility's neighborhood is compared to the average Walk Score across California SNFs. Higher scores benefit residents, families, and staff.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Very walkable. Most errands can be accomplished on foot, and many essentials are within a short walk.

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Occupancy

Occupancy rate
77%
Rank #746 / 1407Occupancy rate — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 746th out of 1407 homes in California. Shows this facility's occupancy rate versus the California average, with its Statewide rank out of 1407. Higher occupancy signals strong local demand and financial stability.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Higher than the California average: 72.8%
Occupied beds
105 / 137
Average residents per home in California 87 per day

License Details

Facility TypeResidential Care Elderly
StatusLicensed
IssuanceAugust 29, 2019
CountyLos Angeles

Ownership & Operating Entity

Clearwater at South Bay is legally operated by Csb Llc; Hsre-clearwater Ii Trs; Csl Berkshire Llc, and administrated by Paul Gozon.

Therapy & Rehabilitation

1 service
Respite Care

Staffing & Medical

1 service
Licensed Nurses/CNAs

Additional Services

2 services
Memory Support
Short-Term Stays

Dining & Nutrition

Food DescriptionDining is a significant aspect of life at Clearwater at South Bay, featuring multiple dining venues with chef-driven dishes using fresh ingredients.

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Inspection History

In California, the Department of Social Services (for assisted living facilities) and the Department of Public Health (for nursing homes) conduct inspections to ensure resident safety and regulatory compliance.

Inspection Scorecard Info This scorecard compares key inspection, citation, and complaint metrics at this facility against the California state average. Metrics rated ≥15% worse than average are highlighted in red; those ≥15% better are highlighted in green.

Since 2020 vs. California state average
Overall vs. CA average 4 Worse Metrics worse than California average:
• Total visits (100% above)
• Complaint visits (62% above)
• Official inspections (25% above)
• Complaint investigations (40% above)
2 At Avg Metrics at California average:
• Serious citations (Type A) (at CA avg)
• Moderate citations (Type B) (at CA avg)
4 Better Metrics better than California average:
• Total citations (30% below)
• Citations per year (29% below)
• Citations per inspection (94% below)
• Other visits (14% below)
Latest Inspection February 4, 2026 Complaint Investigation

Citations Info Citations are formal regulatory issues recorded during state inspections.

This FacilityCA Averagevs. CA Avg
Total citations Info Formal regulatory issues recorded by inspectors across all inspection types. 710 This facility has 30% fewer total citations than a typical California assisted living residence (7 vs. CA avg 10).↓ 30% better
Serious citations (Type A) Info Violations that pose an immediate risk to resident health or safety. Type A citations are the most serious and typically require prompt corrective action. 33 This facility has serious citations (type a) in line with the California average (3 vs. CA avg 3).— At avg
Moderate citations (Type B) Info Violations that do not pose an immediate risk but still represent a departure from required care or operational standards. 44 This facility has moderate citations (type b) in line with the California average (4 vs. CA avg 4).— At avg
Citations per year Info Average citations per year since 2020. 1.21.7 This facility has 29% fewer citations per year than a typical California assisted living residence (1.2 vs. CA avg 1.7).↓ 29% better
Citations per inspection Info Average citations per inspection. 0.23.3 This facility has 94% fewer citations per inspection than a typical California assisted living residence (0.2 vs. CA avg 3.3).↓ 94% better

Inspections & Visits Info State inspections evaluate whether the facility meets health and safety standards.

This FacilityCA Averagevs. CA Avg
Total visits Info Combined count of complaint visits, other regulatory visits, and official scheduled inspections. 3216 This facility has 100% more total visits than a typical California assisted living residence (32 vs. CA avg 16).↑ 100% worse
Complaint visits Info On-site visits triggered by formal complaints filed by residents, families, or staff. 2113 This facility has 62% more complaint visits than a typical California assisted living residence (21 vs. CA avg 13).↑ 62% worse
Other visits Info Regulatory visits that are neither routine inspections nor complaint investigations — administrative check-ins, follow-up reviews, licensing-related visits. 67 This facility has 14% fewer other visits than a typical California assisted living residence (6 vs. CA avg 7).↓ 14% better
Official inspections Info Routine, scheduled inspections conducted by state regulators to evaluate whether the facility meets federal and state standards. 54 This facility has 25% more official inspections than a typical California assisted living residence (5 vs. CA avg 4).↑ 25% worse
Complaint investigations Info On-site investigations triggered by complaints filed with California regulators. 1410 This facility has 40% more complaint investigations than a typical California assisted living residence (14 vs. CA avg 10).↑ 40% worse

Inspection Reports Summary Info An editor-reviewed summary of the themes and findings across this facility's recent inspection reports.

This facility’s inspection record is mostly clean, with only a few minor deficiencies related to documentation and record access. The most recent inspection on September 4, 2025, found no deficiencies and substantiated no complaints, while a single deficiency for failing to provide authorized representatives copies of residents’ files was cited on April 30, 2025. Previous issues with air conditioning were substantiated in 2022 but resolved by 2024, and no harm-level citations or fines have been imposed.

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Address 0.9 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from Torrance's city center to Clearwater at South Bay's address, calculated via Google Maps. — 0.96 miles to nearest hospital (Torrance Memorial Medical Center)

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Financial Assistance for
Assisted Living in California

Clearwater at South Bay is located in Torrance, California.
Here are the financial assistance programs available to residents in 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)

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Frequently Asked Questions about Clearwater at South Bay

Who is the owner of Clearwater at South Bay?

The legal owner and operator of Clearwater at South Bay is Csb Llc; Hsre-Clearwater Ii Trs; Csl Berkshire Llc.

Is Clearwater at South Bay in a walkable area?

Clearwater at South Bay has a walk score of 82. Very walkable. Most errands can be accomplished on foot, and many essentials are within a short walk.

What is the occupancy rate at Clearwater at South Bay?

Clearwater at South Bay's occupancy is 77%.

Who is the administrator of Clearwater at South Bay?

Paul Gozon is the administrator of Clearwater at South Bay.

How many beds does Clearwater at South Bay have?

Clearwater at South Bay has 137 beds.

Has Clearwater at South Bay had any recent deficiencies or citations?

Clearwater at South Bay has had 7 recently reported deficiencies.

Are there photos of Clearwater at South Bay?

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