The best board and care homes in San Marcos, CA

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    1. Entrance sign for Pacifica Senior Living Vista on a grassy lawn flanked by palm trees.
      4.5(183)
      $6,458 – $8,395+
      Shared • 1 Bedroom • Studio
      independent, assisted living, memory care

      Rancho Vista Senior Living

      760 E Bobier Dr, Vista, CA 92084
    2. Front exterior view of Ivy Park at Escondido assisted living and memory care facility at dusk, showing a large entrance with stone pillars, a covered driveway, and well-lit windows.
      4.2(55)
      $3,895 – $5,063+
      Shared • Studio
      assisted living, memory care, board and care

      Ivy Park at Escondido

      930 Monticello Dr, Escondido, CA 92029
    3. Exterior view of The Gardens at Escondido senior living facility building with beige walls, multiple windows, and a covered entrance. There are flags on poles and well-maintained landscaping with bushes and palm trees. The sky is clear and blue.
      4.4(148)
      $5,389 – $7,005+
      Shared • 1 Bedroom • Studio
      independent, assisted living, memory care

      Gardens at Escondido

      1342 N Escondido Blvd, Escondido, CA 92026
    4. Exterior view of a beige single-story house with a brown shingled roof, two windows, and a well-maintained lawn with shrubs and flowers under a clear blue sky.
      4.7(11)
      $4,853 – $5,823+
      Shared • 1 Bedroom
      assisted living, memory care, board and care

      La Costa Elder Care

      2641 Abedul St, Carlsbad, CA 92009
    5. Exterior view of a single-story assisted living facility building with a fenced garden area, an American flag, various plants and shrubs, and a partly cloudy blue sky.
      4.6(10)
      $5,750 – $6,900+
      Shared • 1 Bedroom
      assisted living, memory care, skilled nursing, board and care

      Villa Bernardo Escondido

      2960 Bernardo Ave, Escondido, CA 92029
    6. Exterior view of a single-story building entrance with teal double doors, a flagpole, palm tree, and a raised deck with a yellow umbrella.
      5.0(21)
      $4,478 – $5,373+
      Shared • 1 Bedroom
      independent, assisted living, memory care

      Champine Manor RCFE

      1725 Tobacco Rd, Escondido, CA 92026
    7. Front exterior of a single-story beige stucco building with a tiled roof, arched central entry, driveway and palm trees.
      5.0(3)
      Pricing on request
      suite
      assisted living, board and care

      Elite Manor Melbourne

      328 Melbourne Glen, Escondido, CA 92026
    8. Exterior view of a single-story residential building with a beige stucco finish and a tiled roof. The front yard features a landscaped garden with red mulch, white and yellow flowers, and shrubs. There is a concrete pathway leading to the entrance, which has stone pillars and a covered porch. Two benches are placed near the entrance and a set of white-framed glass doors. The sky is overcast with gray clouds.
      5.0(53)
      $5,079 – $6,094+
      Shared • 1 Bedroom
      assisted living, memory care, board and care

      Splendor Valley

      930 Rockwell Springs Ct, Escondido, CA 92025
    9. Front exterior view of a single-story yellow house with a gray shingled roof, a two-car garage, a driveway, a small lawn, and some bushes and trees in the yard under a clear blue sky.
      5.0(8)
      $4,687 – $5,624+
      Shared • 1 Bedroom
      assisted living, board and care

      La Costa Coastal Care

      3207 La Costa Ave, Carlsbad, CA 92009
    10. Front exterior of Elite Manor Amelia senior living facility with driveway.
      5.0(5)
      Pricing on request
      suite
      assisted living, board and care

      Elite Manor Amelia

      1104 Amelia Pl, Escondido, CA 92026
    11. Exterior view of a single-story residential building with a tiled roof, beige stucco walls, and large windows with blinds. There is a small gated entrance with potted plants featuring pink and purple flowers in front. The lawn is well-maintained with green grass and trimmed bushes, and there are trees in the background under a clear sky.
      4.8(4)
      $4,622 – $5,546+
      Shared • 1 Bedroom
      assisted living, memory care, board and care

      Hillside Garden II RCFE

      2541 Abedul St, Carlsbad, CA 92009
    12. Sapphire Pacific senior living building with tan stucco, arched window, and tiled roof
      5.0(2)
      $4,570 – $5,484+
      Shared • 1 Bedroom
      assisted living, memory care, board and care

      Sapphire Pacific

      839 La Tierra Dr, San Marcos, CA 92078
    13. Front exterior of Daybreak Retirement Villa with manicured lawn and trees.
      5.0(2)
      $4,413 – $5,295+
      Shared • 1 Bedroom
      assisted living, board and care

      Daybreak Retirement Villa

      651 Alder Dr, San Marcos, CA 92069
    14. An elderly woman with white hair is sitting in a brown armchair in a room with wooden flooring. She is wearing a light blue long-sleeve shirt, patterned pants, and brown sandals. Behind her is a white wall with decorative vases on a shelf and a framed picture. In the background, there is a hallway with double wooden doors and a small wooden table with items on it.
      5.0(4)
      $4,900 – $5,880+
      Shared • 1 Bedroom
      assisted living, board and care

      Safe Harbor Elder Care

      3301 Lomas Serenas Dr, Escondido, CA 92029
    15. Exterior view of a white stucco building with a red tile roof, featuring a round tower-like structure and tall narrow windows. There is a white metal gate at the entrance, several tall cypress trees, a palm tree, and a potted plant near the garage door with the number 2702. The sky is clear and blue.
      4.8(5)
      $4,495 – $5,394+
      Shared • 1 Bedroom
      assisted living, memory care, board and care

      La Costa Golf Care RCFE

      2702 La Costa Ave, Carlsbad, CA 92009
    16. Front exterior view of a single-story residential building with a tiled roof, a garage, and a walkway leading up to the entrance. The house is surrounded by various plants and shrubs under a partly cloudy sky.
      4.1(18)
      $5,104 – $6,124+
      Shared • 1 Bedroom
      assisted living, memory care, skilled nursing, board and care

      Blue Skies of San Marcos - Assisted Living

      1119 Via Vera Cruz, San Marcos, CA 92078
    17. Beige single-story senior living facility with three garages and a manicured front yard.
      4.8(18)
      $4,968 – $5,961+
      Shared • 1 Bedroom
      assisted living, memory care, board and care

      Elite Manor Residential Care II - Wyndemere

      11065 Wyndemere Ln, Escondido, CA 92026
    18. Exterior wall of Chateau Lake San Marcos with 'Catered Living' sign and tropical plant
      4.7(36)
      $4,544 – $5,452+
      Shared • 1 Bedroom
      independent living, assisted living, board and care

      Chateau Lake San Marcos

      1502 Circa Del Lago, San Marcos, CA 92078
    19. View of a single-story building with a red tiled roof surrounded by a grassy field with yellow flowers. The building is located in a suburban area with other houses and trees in the background under a cloudy sky.
      4.5(10)
      $4,894 – $5,872+
      Shared • 1 Bedroom
      assisted living, board and care

      Villa Adriana

      1678 Sunset Dr, Vista, CA 92081
    20. Single-story residential building with a well-maintained lawn and various palm trees and shrubs under a clear blue sky.
      5.0(2)
      $4,822 – $5,786+
      Shared • 1 Bedroom
      assisted living, memory care, board and care

      San Marcos Cottage

      1326 Granite Rd, San Marcos, CA 92069
    21. A bedroom with two single beds covered in white bedspreads with subtle patterns. Each bed has a decorative pillow. There is a wooden nightstand with two lamps and floral decorations between the beds. A large mirrored closet door reflects the room. The walls are painted light yellow, and there is a window with a patterned valance. A wooden dresser with a TV and decorative items is visible on the right side.
      4.8(4)
      $4,749 – $5,698+
      Shared • 1 Bedroom
      assisted living, board and care

      Angel's Touch II

      138 Bellerive Dr, Vista, CA 92084
    22. Ornate courtyard entrance with iron gate, statues, and potted plants at Alta Vista Manor.
      5.0(6)
      $4,539 – $5,446+
      Shared • 1 Bedroom
      assisted living, memory care, skilled nursing, board and care

      Alta Vista Manor

      625 Marazon Ln, Vista, CA 92083
    23. A plate with cooked rice, a piece of garlic bread, and foil containing steamed vegetables including carrots and broccoli, placed on a table with a checkered and textured tablecloth. A person's hand is partially visible in the background.
      4.3(6)
      $4,284 – $5,140+
      Shared • 1 Bedroom
      assisted living, board and care

      Escondido Elder Care

      135 S Tulip St, Escondido, CA 92025
    24. Exterior view of a single-story residential building with a blue-gray facade and red-tiled roof under a clear blue sky. The building features a large window with white trim, several potted plants along the front, an arched covered entrance, and a garage door on the right side. The driveway and surrounding area are paved.
      Pricing on request
      suite
      assisted living, board and care

      Home of Purpose Escondido

      1240 Pinecrest Ave, Escondido, CA 92025
    25. Exterior view of King's Care Assisted Living LLC building with a driveway leading to the entrance. The building has a tiled roof, white walls, and some greenery including trees and plants near the entrance.
      4.5(33)
      $4,616 – $5,539+
      Shared • 1 Bedroom
      assisted living, board and care

      King's Care Assisted Living LLC

      247 Presley Pl, Vista, CA 92083
    26. Single story facility with beige exterior, chain-link fence, and landscaped front yard.
      5.0(17)
      $4,827 – $5,792+
      Shared • 1 Bedroom
      assisted living, memory care, board and care

      Golden Retreat Senior

      1119 Warmlands Ave, Vista, CA 92084
    27. Single-story white senior living cottage with a ramped front porch, landscaping, and palm trees under a clear blue sky.
      4.3(11)
      Pricing on request
      suite
      assisted living, board and care

      Caring Hearts Cottage

      682 Vale View Dr, Vista, CA 92081
    28. A single-story residential building with a tiled roof and a two-car garage. A white SUV is parked in the driveway. The front yard has green grass, bushes, and trees. The sky is clear and blue.
      4.4(14)
      $4,991 – $5,989+
      Shared • 1 Bedroom
      assisted living, memory care, board and care

      Elite Manor Residential Care - Ferrara

      1433 Ferrara Ct, Escondido, CA 92025
    29. Front yard of a single-story house with a large tree in the center surrounded by a circular brick border, a large rock on the grass, several potted plants near the window, a two-car garage with white doors, and a parked car on the driveway.
      4.7(6)
      $4,971 – $5,965+
      Shared • 1 Bedroom
      assisted living, board and care

      La Costa Heights Assisted Living

      3111 Levante St, Carlsbad, CA 92009
    30. Entrance driveway to Crest View Manor, a residential facility with white buildings, a gated entrance, and lush landscaping including a large palm tree and other greenery under a cloudy sky.
      4.7(16)
      $2,500 – $3,000+
      Shared • 1 Bedroom
      assisted living, board and care

      Crestview Manor

      350 So. Vine St, Escondido, CA 92025
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    Cost of assisted living in San Marcos, California

    Studio1 Bd2 BdShared
    Independent Living$4,848$5,425$4,463$5,158
    Assisted Living$4,790$5,740$4,463$4,860
    Memory Care$4,790$6,052$5,995$5,054

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

    Consider other types of facilities in San Marcos, CA

    • Independent Living

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

    • Assisted Living

      For seniors who may need some help with daily activities

    • 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.

    • 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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