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The Kensington Redondo Beach
Nursing Home, Assisted Living & Memory Care · Redondo Beach, CA
Exterior view of a senior living facility with palm trees Exterior view of a senior living facility with landscaped gardens Cozy resident room with bright decor and natural light Outdoor courtyard with benches and landscaping Interior common area with elegant decor and furniture Bright common area with comfortable seating and large windows Outdoor patio area with seating and plants

The Kensington Redondo Beach

Nursing Home, Assisted Living & Memory Care · Redondo Beach, CA
801 S Pacific Coast Hwy, Redondo Beach, CA 90277 View map Calculator: See prices in your area
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Overview of The Kensington Redondo Beach

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Situated in the lively city of Redondo Beach, CA, The Kensington Redondo Beach is a welcoming retirement community offering both assisted living and memory care services. Dedicated to enhancing senior care, this community provides a supportive and nurturing environment with exceptional services. The elegantly designed studio, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom apartment come in various floor plans to meet diverse needs, ensuring both comfort and convenience.

The community also offers a range of top-quality and engaging amenities and activities, including a bistro and art classes, all thoughtfully managed by a dedicated team. These amenities are crafted to bring joy, fulfillment, and pleasure, catering to residents’ unique interests and hobbies. With a commitment to outstanding care and quality living, The Kensington Redondo Beach is an excellent choice for seniors.

Facility Direct Line (424) 241-2064
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Bed community size
132-bed community Rank #475 / 1657Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 475th out of 1657 homes in California. Shows this facility's certified or reported bed count compared to other California facilities. Larger communities may offer more amenities, programs, and on-site services for residents and families.Rankings are based only on facilities in California that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.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 #886 / 1487Years in operation — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 886th out of 1487 homes in California. Shows how long this facility has been in operation compared to other California facilities. Longer operating histories may benefit residents, families, and staff.Rankings are based only on facilities in California that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.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: 88 / 100 Rank #218 / 2092Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 218th out of 2092 homes in California. Shows how walkable this facility's neighborhood is compared to the average Walk Score across California facilities. Higher scores benefit residents, families, and staff.Rankings are based only on facilities in California that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.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.

About this community

Occupancy

Occupancy rate
89%
Rank #362 / 1537Occupancy rate — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 362nd out of 1537 homes in California. Shows this facility's occupancy rate versus the California average, with its Statewide rank out of 1537. Higher occupancy signals strong local demand and financial stability.Rankings are based only on facilities in California that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.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
117 / 132
Average occupied beds in California homes 87 beds

License Details

Facility TypeResidential Care Elderly
StatusLicensed
IssuanceJuly 11, 2019
CountyLos Angeles

Ownership & Operating Entity

The Kensington Redondo Beach is legally operated by Kensington Redondo Owner Llc and Kensington Et Al, and administered by Robert May.

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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.

Since 2021 · 5 years of data 1 citation 13 total visits 8 complaint visits 4 official inspections 6 complaint investigations
Inspection Score Info A composite 0–100 score combining this facility's inspections, citations, complaints, and enforcement actions relative to the California state average. The score below shows how many points this facility sits above or below the typical California nursing home score (the benchmark); higher is better.

10 points above the California average for nursing homes (81/100)

Rank #355 / 1401 in California Inspection Score — State benchmarked This home is ranked 355th out of 1401 homes in California. Shows this facility's inspection score compared to the California average among 1401 comparable communities in the ranking pool. Rankings are based only on facilities in California that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking. Inspection score: 91 out of 100. Letter grade A-. 10 points above the California average for nursing homes (81/100)

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 2021 vs. California state average
Overall vs. CA average 0 Worse No metrics in this bucket. 1 At Avg Metrics at California average:
• Official inspections (at CA avg) 9 Better Metrics better than California average:
• Total citations (90% below)
• Serious citations (Type A) (100% below)
• Moderate citations (Type B) (75% below)
• Citations per year (90% below)
• Citations per inspection (97% below)
• Total visits (19% below)
• Complaint visits (38% below)
• Other visits (86% below)
• Complaint investigations (40% below)
Latest Inspection December 10, 2025

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. 110 This facility has 90% fewer total citations than a typical California nursing home (1 vs. CA avg 10).↓ 90% better
Serious citations (Type A) Info Citations that pose an immediate risk to resident health or safety. Type A citations are the most serious and typically require prompt corrective action. 03 This facility has 100% fewer serious citations (type a) than a typical California nursing home (0 vs. CA avg 3).↓ 100% better Rank #1 / 1164 Serious citations (Type A) — State benchmarked This home is ranked 1st out of 1164 homes in California. Shows this facility's # of serious citations compared to the California average among 1164 comparable communities in the ranking pool. Rankings are based only on facilities in California that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.
Moderate citations (Type B) Info Citations that do not pose an immediate risk but still represent a departure from required care or operational standards. 14 This facility has 75% fewer moderate citations (type b) than a typical California nursing home (1 vs. CA avg 4).↓ 75% better
Citations per year Info Average citations per year since 2021. 0.22 This facility has 90% fewer citations per year than a typical California nursing home (0.2 vs. CA avg 2).↓ 90% better
Citations per inspection Info Average citations per inspection. 0.13.3 This facility has 97% fewer citations per inspection than a typical California nursing home (0.1 vs. CA avg 3.3).↓ 97% 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. 1316 This facility has 19% fewer total visits than a typical California nursing home (13 vs. CA avg 16).↓ 19% better
Complaint visits Info On-site visits triggered by formal complaints filed by residents, families, or staff. 813 This facility has 38% fewer complaint visits than a typical California nursing home (8 vs. CA avg 13).↓ 38% better Rank #762 / 1397 Complaint visits — State benchmarked This home is ranked 762nd out of 1397 homes in California. Shows this facility's # of complaint visits compared to the California average among 1397 comparable communities in the ranking pool. Rankings are based only on facilities in California that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.
Other visits Info Regulatory visits that are neither routine inspections nor complaint investigations — administrative check-ins, follow-up reviews, licensing-related visits. 17 This facility has 86% fewer other visits than a typical California nursing home (1 vs. CA avg 7).↓ 86% better
Official inspections Info Routine, scheduled inspections conducted by state regulators to evaluate whether the facility meets federal and state standards. 44 This facility has official inspections in line with the California average (4 vs. CA avg 4).— At avg
Complaint investigations Info On-site investigations triggered by complaints filed with California regulators. 610 This facility has 40% fewer complaint investigations than a typical California nursing home (6 vs. CA avg 10).↓ 40% better

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

  • The most recent inspection on December 10, 2025, found no deficiencies and substantiated no complaints regarding resident physician choice.
  • A September 26, 2022 complaint investigation substantiated a deficiency for improperly restricting resident family visits based on unauthorized POA restrictions.
  • Annual inspections from 2021 through 2025 consistently found no deficiencies, with all licensing, safety, infection control, and documentation requirements met.
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This home is administered by Robert May.

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Housing Options: Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed

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Building Type: 2-story

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Address 1.4 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from Redondo Beach's city center to The Kensington Redondo Beach's address, calculated via Google Maps.

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The Kensington Redondo Beach is located in Redondo Beach, 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
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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
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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.
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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
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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.
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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 Kensington Redondo Beach

What neighborhood is The Kensington Redondo Beach in?

The Kensington Redondo Beach is in the South Redondo neighborhood of Redondo Beach.

Who is the owner of The Kensington Redondo Beach?

The Kensington Redondo Beach is legally operated by Kensington Redondo Owner Llc and Kensington Et Al, and administered by Robert May.

Is The Kensington Redondo Beach in a walkable area?

The Kensington Redondo Beach has a walk score of 88. Very walkable. Most errands can be accomplished on foot, and many essentials are within a short walk.

What is the occupancy rate at The Kensington Redondo Beach?

The Kensington Redondo Beach's occupancy is 89%.

Who is the administrator of The Kensington Redondo Beach?

Robert May is the administrator of The Kensington Redondo Beach.

How many beds does The Kensington Redondo Beach have?

The Kensington Redondo Beach has 132 beds.

Has The Kensington Redondo Beach had any recent citations?

The Kensington Redondo Beach has had 1 recently reported citation.

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