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    1. Aerial view of La Vida Real senior living complex with terracotta-roofed buildings clustered around a central pool and courtyard, surrounded by roads and neighborhood hills.
      $5,000+4.3 (97)
      suite
      independent, assisted living, memory care

      La Vida Real

      11588 Via Rancho San Diego, Rancho San Diego, CA, 92019
    2. Exterior view of a senior living facility building with neatly trimmed trees, an American flag on a flagpole, and a clear blue sky.
      Pricing on request4.1 (207)
      suite
      independent, assisted living, memory care

      Grossmont Gardens Senior Living

      5480 Marengo Ave, La Mesa, CA, 91942
    3. Exterior courtyard of a three-story beige senior living building with a circular walkway, landscaping, palm tree, lampposts, and patio umbrellas.
      $5,105 – $7,995+4.7 (18)
      Studio • 1 Bedroom • 2 Bedroom • Semi-private
      independent, assisted living, memory care

      Westmont Of La Mesa

      9000 Murray Drive, La Mesa, CA, 91942
    4. A well-maintained outdoor garden area with a green lawn, two raised wooden planters with plants, a concrete walkway, trees along a wooden fence on the left, and a tall hedge on the right under a clear blue sky.
      $2,795+4.3 (68)
      Studio
      independent, assisted living, memory care

      Sungarden Terrace Assisted Living and Memory Care

      2045 Skyline Dr, Lemon Grove, CA, 91945
    5. Front exterior view of The Montera facility showing a building entrance with a large wooden gabled roof supported by columns, brick steps leading up to double glass doors, and surrounding landscaping with bushes and plants.
      $4,885 – $6,515+4.3 (236)
      Studio • 1 Bedroom • Semi-private
      assisted living, memory care

      The Montera

      5740 Lake Murray Blvd, La Mesa, CA, 91942
    6. Exterior view of a multi-story senior living facility building with beige stucco walls and a tiled roof, surrounded by vibrant red and purple flowers and palm tree leaves hanging from above, under a clear blue sky.
      $4,000 – $4,300+4.3 (128)
      Studio • 1 Bedroom
      independent, assisted living, memory care

      Lantern Crest Senior Living

      800 Lantern Crst Wy, Santee, CA, 92071
    7. Front porch of a single-story home with a bench, potted plants, red flowers and a screened front door.
      $5,060 – $6,072+5.0 (5)
      Semi-private • 1 Bedroom
      assisted living, memory care, board and care

      Noble Living III, LLC

      6665 Decanture St #2138, San Diego, CA, 92120
    8. Covered porte-cochere entrance of a nursing center with landscaping, potted plants, outdoor seating, and a driveway.
      Pricing on request3.5 (128)
      suite
      assisted living, memory care, skilled nursing

      Arbor Hills Nursing Center

      7800 Parkway Dr, La Mesa, CA, 91942
    9. Front entrance of a retirement home with a circular fountain and statue, red brick driveway, and palm trees under a cloudy sky.
      $5,278 – $6,861+
      Semi-private • 1 Bedroom • Studio
      assisted living

      Good Samaritan Retirement Home

      1515 Jamacha Way, El Cajon, CA, 92019
    10. Two-story cream-colored building with arched balconies, a concrete walkway and a grassy lawn with palm trees in front.
      $5,735 – $7,455+3.4 (10)
      Semi-private • 1 Bedroom • Studio
      continuing care retirement community

      Casa El Cajon

      306 Shady Ln, El Cajon, CA, 92021
    11. Entrance sign reading 'Somerset Subacute Rehab' at 151 Claydelle Avenue surrounded by landscaping and a parked white car.
      Pricing on request3.5 (2)
      suite
      assisted living, skilled nursing

      Somerset Subacute Rehab

      151 Claydelle Avenue, El Cajon, CA, 92020
    12. Entrance of a single-story healthcare building with a central dark door flanked by potted plants and trees, an American flag, and a wet concrete driveway.
      Pricing on request4.3 (71)
      suite
      assisted living, memory care, skilled nursing

      La Mesa Healthcare Center

      3780 Massachusetts Ave, La Mesa, CA, 91941
    13. Single-story senior living facility building with an American flag on a flagpole, landscaped lawn, and a walkway under a clear blue sky.
      Pricing on request4.5 (11)
      suite
      assisted living, memory care, skilled nursing

      Parkside Health and Wellness Center

      444 W Lexington Ave, El Cajon, CA, 92020
    14. $4,790 – $5,748+
      Semi-private • 1 Bedroom
      assisted living

      Right Choice Senior Living

      6125 Cowles Mountain Boulevard, La Mesa, CA, 91942
    15. Single-story beige building with a covered porch, parked car, palm trees, and a gated driveway under a blue sky.
      $4,150 – $4,980+4.2 (20)
      Semi-private • 1 Bedroom
      assisted living, memory care, board and care

      Lakeside Manor - Assisted Living and Memory Care

      9308 Emerald Grove Ave, Lakeside, CA, 92040
    16. Exterior view of a senior care facility with a stone building partially visible on the left, surrounded by well-maintained bushes, palm trees, and other greenery under a clear blue sky. Hills and additional trees are visible in the background.
      $4,800 – $5,760+4.8 (11)
      Semi-private • 1 Bedroom
      assisted living, board and care

      Villa Alegre Senior Care Homes

      1938 Hidden Springs Dr, El Cajon, CA, 92019
    17. $6,045 – $7,858+2.7 (10)
      Semi-private • 1 Bedroom • Studio
      assisted living

      Carroll's Residential Care

      655 S Mollison Ave, El Cajon, CA, 92020
    18. Pricing on request3.3 (22)
      suite
      assisted living, memory care, skilled nursing

      Parkway Hills Nursing and Rehabilitation

      7760 Parkway Dr, La Mesa, CA, 91942
    19. Exterior view of Country Hills Post Acute facility at dusk, showing a multi-story building with beige walls and red-tiled roofs, a circular driveway with a landscaped island featuring three flagpoles with flags, and street lamps illuminating the entrance area.
      Pricing on request4.0 (123)
      suite
      assisted living, memory care, skilled nursing

      Country Hills Post Acute

      1580 Broadway, El Cajon, CA, 92021
    20. Pricing on request4.0 (12)
      suite
      assisted living, memory care, skilled nursing

      Edgemoor Hospital

      655 Park Center Dr, Santee, CA, 92071
    21. Exterior view of a single-story building with beige walls and a sloped roof, surrounded by a well-maintained lawn with small palm trees and shrubs. A concrete walkway leads to the entrance, which is covered by a small porch. A blue handicap parking sign is visible near the walkway. The sky is partly cloudy.
      Pricing on request4.5 (31)
      suite
      assisted living, skilled nursing

      The Bradley Court

      675 E Bradley Ave, El Cajon, CA, 92021
    22. Outdoor view of a senior living facility with a single-story building featuring green awnings, palm trees, and a large leafy tree in the courtyard area under a clear blue sky.
      Pricing on request3.7 (135)
      suite
      assisted living, memory care, skilled nursing

      Community Care Center

      8665 La Mesa Blvd, La Mesa, CA, 91942
    23. Exterior view of San Diego Post-Acute Center (SDPAC) building at dusk with wet pavement reflecting lights, a covered entrance supported by columns, palm trees, and landscaped flower beds.
      Pricing on request4.0 (140)
      suite
      assisted living, memory care, skilled nursing

      San Diego Post-Acute Center (SDPAC)

      1201 S Orange Ave, El Cajon, CA, 92020
    24. $3,600 – $4,320+
      Semi-private • 1 Bedroom
      assisted living, board and care

      Lexington House

      180 West Lexington, El Cajon, CA, 92021
    25. Exterior view of Cottonwood Canyon Healthcare Center showing the entrance with a pathway, palm trees, and a large sign displaying the facility's name and address. The sky is partly cloudy with soft lighting suggesting early morning or late afternoon.
      Pricing on request4.4 (62)
      suite
      assisted living, memory care, skilled nursing

      Cottonwood Canyon Healthcare Center

      1391 E Madison Ave, El Cajon, CA, 92021
    26. Exterior view of Villa Las Palmas Healthcare Center featuring a building with a red tiled roof, arched entryways, a central water fountain, palm trees, and a parking area with blue handicap markings.
      Pricing on request4.1 (109)
      suite
      assisted living, memory care, skilled nursing, board and care

      Villa Las Palmas Healthcare Center

      622 S Anza St, El Cajon, CA, 92020
    27. Outdoor seating area with multiple picnic tables under a wooden pergola surrounded by trees and greenery. There is a concrete pathway and a grassy area nearby with a basketball hoop and recycling bins in the background.
      Pricing on request4.3 (13)
      suite
      assisted living, skilled nursing

      Lakeside Special Care Center

      11962 Woodside Ave, Lakeside, CA, 92040
    28. Pricing on request4.5 (55)
      suite
      assisted living, memory care, skilled nursing

      Granite Hills Healthcare & Wellness Centre

      1340 E Madison Ave, El Cajon, CA, 92021
    29. An elderly woman with white hair and glasses is sitting outdoors on a chair, blowing soap bubbles using a yellow bubble wand and holding a pink bottle of bubble solution. The background shows a grassy area with sunlight and shadows.
      $5,800 – $6,960+4.7 (12)
      Semi-private • 1 Bedroom
      assisted living, board and care

      La Cruz Senior Care, Inc

      1882 Euclid Ave, El Cajon, CA, 92019
    30. A peaceful outdoor garden area at Brighton Place Spring Valley featuring a white gazebo surrounded by green grass, bushes, and trees. There is a stone bench on the left side and a trash can near the gazebo. In the background, part of the building and a few people sitting can be seen.
      Pricing on request4.4 (33)
      suite
      assisted living, memory care, skilled nursing

      Brighton Place Spring Valley

      9009 Campo Rd, Spring Valley, CA, 91977
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    Cost of assisted living in El Cajon, California

    Studio1 Bd2 BdShared
    Independent Living$6,168$5,846$7,995$5,340
    Assisted Living$6,283$5,862$7,995$4,925
    Memory Care$5,806$5,838$7,995$4,919

    * Prices shown are average monthly costs within a 20-mile radius

    Consider other types of facilities in El Cajon, CA

    • Independent Living

      For older adults who want to enjoy a carefree retirement in a community of their peers

    • Memory Care

      A safe, supervised community supporting people living with dementia

    • Skilled Nursing

      For seniors with more serious medical needs who require skilled care following a hospitalization, illness, or surgery.

    • Board And Care Homes

      Homes in residential neighborhoods providing daily care for a small number of residents

    • Continuing Care Retirement Communities

      For seniors who want to age in place as their care needs evolve, offering everything from independent living to full nursing care.

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      2.6 mi
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    3. Winter Gardens assisted living

      3.2 mi
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      3.2 mi
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    5. Rancho San Diego assisted living

      3.6 mi
      78 facilities$5,498/mo

    6. Santee assisted living

      4 mi
      93 facilities$5,524/mo

    7. La Mesa assisted living

      4.1 mi
      160 facilities$5,380/mo

    8. Spring Valley assisted living

      4.9 mi
      137 facilities$5,520/mo

    9. Lakeside assisted living

      5 mi
      57 facilities$5,596/mo

    10. Crest assisted living

      5.4 mi
      56 facilities$5,584/mo

    11. Eucalyptus Hills assisted living

      5.8 mi
      42 facilities$5,436/mo

    12. Lemon Grove assisted living

      6.4 mi
      166 facilities$5,328/mo

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