The best independent living facilities in San Diego, CA

    Explore 28 communities near San Diego, CA

    1. Front entrance of Waterford Terrace Retirement Community building with beige and teal exterior walls, palm trees, and landscaped greenery around the entrance.
      4.5(81)
      $2,645+
      Studio
      independent living, assisted living

      Waterford Terrace Retirement Community

      5580 Aztec Dr, La Mesa, CA 91942
    2. Entrance of a senior living facility with a tan exterior, a pergola supported by stone pillars, an American flag hanging from the pergola, landscaped greenery including trees and flowers, and benches near the entrance.
      4.4(187)
      $4,295 – $5,595+
      1 Bedroom • 2 Bedroom
      independent living, assisted living

      Atria La Jolla

      4025 Pulitzer Pl, San Diego, CA 92122
    3. Front exterior view of Atria Collwood facility with a red awning over the entrance, an American flag on a flagpole, palm trees, and landscaped flower beds. The building has two stories with visible windows and outdoor seating on the upper balcony.
      4.4(181)
      $2,295+
      Studio
      independent living, assisted living

      Atria Collwood

      5308 Monroe Ave, San Diego, CA 92115
    4. Evening view of the entrance to Belmont Village Senior Living La Jolla, featuring a modern building facade with large glass windows, illuminated hanging lights, and landscaped planters on either side of the paved driveway.
      4.1(44)
      $7,297 – $9,486+
      Shared • 1 Bedroom • Studio
      independent, assisted living, memory care

      Belmont Village Senior Living La Jolla

      3880 Nobel Dr, San Diego, CA 92122
    5. Exterior view of Vi at La Jolla Village, a CCRC, showing the main entrance with a covered drop-off area, a large multi-story building in the background, a circular water fountain, and landscaped garden with orange flowers and green shrubs under a clear blue sky.
      4.2(63)
      Pricing on request
      suite
      continuing care retirement community

      Vi at La Jolla Village

      8515 Costa Verde Blvd, San Diego, California 92122
    6. Exterior view of a senior living facility building with neatly trimmed trees, an American flag on a flagpole, and a clear blue sky.
      4.1(214)
      Pricing on request
      suite
      independent, assisted living, memory care

      Grossmont Gardens Senior Living

      5480 Marengo Ave, La Mesa, CA 91942
    7. Stone entrance sign reading 'Canyon Villas 4282 Balboa Avenue' with landscaped shrubs and a stucco building with tile roofs behind it.
      4.6(28)
      $2,425 – $3,895+
      Studio • 1 Bedroom
      continuing care retirement community

      Canyon Villas Retirement Community

      4282 Balboa Ave, San Diego, CA 92117
    8. A single-story house at dusk with exterior lights on, a stone wall surrounding a well-maintained front yard with plants and a small dog sitting on the grass. There is an American flag near the garage and a red car parked in the driveway.
      5.0(3)
      $5,040 – $6,048+
      Shared • 1 Bedroom
      independent living, assisted living, board and care

      Santee Elderly Care

      9069 Inverness Rd, Santee, CA 92071
    9. Exterior view of Casa Aldea at University City Village, showing a multi-story residential building with beige and brown walls, balconies, and a tiled roof. In the foreground, there is a stone sign with the facility's name and a large planter with green succulents. The sky is clear and blue.
      4.6(17)
      $5,402 – $7,022+
      Shared • 1 Bedroom • Studio
      independent living, assisted living

      Casa Aldea at University City Village

      6132 Gullstrand St, San Diego, CA 92122
    10. Exterior view of a two-story building with arched balconies and windows, a tree in front, and a partly cloudy blue sky above.
      2.9(27)
      $2,800+
      suite
      independent, assisted living, memory care

      Golden Living Point Loma

      3223 Duke St, San Diego, CA 92110
    11. Entrance to a building with beige walls and terracotta tiled stairs. There are handrails on both sides of the stairs and a ramp in the middle with a potted plant. In front of the stairs is a small garden bed with yellow, pink, and white flowers. The building number 3630 is displayed above the entrance.
      4.4(10)
      Pricing on request
      suite
      independent living, assisted living

      Villa Pacifica

      3630 Sixth Ave, San Diego, CA 92103
    12. Street-level view of the Pacific Regent La Jolla retirement condominium building and entrance with sign, sidewalk, palm trees, and a nearby road.
      4.1(32)
      Pricing on request
      suite
      independent, assisted living, memory care

      Pacific Regent La Jolla

      3890 Nobel Dr, San Diego, CA 92122
    13. View looking up at the exterior of a multi-story residential building named Green Manor, showing balconies, windows, and some tree branches in the foreground under a partly cloudy sky.
      4.3(11)
      Pricing on request
      suite
      independent living, assisted living, board and care

      Green Manor

      4041 Ibis St, San Diego, CA 92103
    14. Sunny outdoor view of The Glen at Scripps Ranch senior living facility featuring a clear pond with rocks along the edge, a covered patio area with seating, and multi-story buildings with balconies in the background under a bright blue sky.
      4.9(77)
      $5,319 – $6,914+
      Shared • 1 Bedroom • Studio
      independent, assisted living, memory care

      The Glen at Scripps Ranch

      9800 Glen Center Dr, San Diego, CA 92131
    15. Single-story building with a terracotta roof, landscaped shrubs, and potted plants along a curved driveway.
      4.5(26)
      $3,700 – $4,810+
      Shared • 1 Bedroom • Studio
      independent, assisted living, memory care

      Nazareth House

      6333 Rancho Mission Rd, San Diego, CA 92108
    16. Front entrance of Balboa Nursing & Rehabilitation Center with brick facade, columns, landscaping and double glass doors.
      4.3(161)
      Pricing on request
      suite
      independent, assisted living, memory care

      Balboa Nursing and Rehabilitation Center

      3520 Fourth Ave, San Diego, CA 92103
    17. Exterior view of a two-story commercial building with large reflective windows and palm trees lining the sidewalk. Several cars are parked along the street in front of the building under a partly cloudy sky.
      Pricing on request
      suite
      independent, assisted living, memory care

      Assure Recovery Center

      4858 Mercury St, San Diego, CA 92111
    18. Single-story residential buildings with beige walls and brown and red tiled roofs, surrounded by green lawns and trees under a clear sky.
      4.0(6)
      $4,795 – $5,754+
      Shared • 1 Bedroom
      independent living, assisted living, board and care

      Calle De Vida RCFE

      4745 Calle De Vida, San Diego, CA 92124
    19. Two-story beige University City Village senior living building with balconies and manicured landscaping.
      3.8(4)
      Pricing on request
      suite
      independent living, memory care, board and care

      University City Village

      6102 Gullstrand St, San Diego, CA 92122
    20. 4.3(29)
      $5,914 – $7,096+
      Shared • 1 Bedroom
      independent, assisted living, memory care

      Mesaview Senior Assisted Living

      7971 Culowee St, La Mesa, CA 91942
    21. 4.8(4)
      Pricing on request
      suite
      independent living

      Orchard Active Senior Living

      4040 Hancock St, San Diego, CA 92110
    22. 5.0(1)
      Pricing on request
      suite
      independent living

      North Park Sunshine

      4226 Utah St, San Diego, CA 92104
    23. 5.0(1)
      $4,671 – $5,605+
      Shared • 1 Bedroom
      independent living, assisted living

      Sea Dragon Foundation Independent Residential

      5711 Bounty St, San Diego, CA 92120
    24. 5.0(1)
      Pricing on request
      suite
      independent living

      Cerro Pueblo Apartments

      2835 Clairemont Dr, San Diego, CA 92117
    25. 5.0(1)
      Pricing on request
      suite
      independent living

      Town Park Villas

      4633 Governor Dr, San Diego, CA 92122
    26. Pricing on request
      suite
      independent living

      Golden Age Homes

      4118 Adams Ave # 2, San Diego, CA 92116
    27. 4.0(2)
      Pricing on request
      suite
      independent living

      Village North

      7720-7780 Belden St, San Diego, CA 92111
    28. 3.4(7)
      Pricing on request
      suite
      independent living, assisted living

      Santa Fe Villas

      3912 Albatross St, San Diego, CA 92103

    Cost of assisted living in San Diego, California

    Studio1 Bd2 BdShared
    Independent Living$3,895$5,314$5,595$4,821
    Assisted Living$4,086$5,884$6,032$4,916
    Memory Care$4,150$5,966$6,250$4,881

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

    Consider other types of facilities in San Diego, CA

    • 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.

    • 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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