Assisted Living in San Diego, CA

Senior Care Referral Specialists CA (Cat Shepard)
Reviewed by Catharine Shepard
Last updated November 12, 2024
San Diego offers a diverse range of 140 Assisted Living communities giving families varied options to choose from. The average cost of assisted living living in the San Diego area is $3,750, and the communities in the San Diego area have a average rating of 9.6 out of 10. Seniorly also uses Seniorly Price Estimate for cost comparisons with nearby cities, and even highlights new construction facilities for those seeking modern amenities. Families can look at 589 photos, 1,671 ratings and reviews, and 28 prices in the San Diego area to get a sense of assisted living in the area. Not to be confused with nursing homes, which offer medical care, assisted living provides daily help with activities of daily living like dressing or bathing. And with services catering to all care levels, many facilities enable residents to age in place, whether it's a 1 bedroom or 2 bedroom option. For personalized assistance, Seniorly local advisors Catharine Shepard, BarDee Johnston, and Carla Cary are available to help with your search.

Top rated assisted living in San Diego, CA

San Diego, California, hosts 129 assisted living communities, with 31 rated above 8. Top-rated facilities include Belmont Village Senior Living La Jolla, Merrill Gardens At Bankers Hill, Belmont Village Senior Living Sabre Springs, The Remington Club, and Oakmont Of Pacific Beach. The area comprises 23 large, 2 medium, and 104 small communities. Recent activities by Seniorly include facilitating 30 moves and 74 tours, supported by local advisors Carla Cary, BarDee Johnston, and Catharine Shepard.
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Belmont Village Senior Living La Jolla 1

Belmont Village Senior Living La Jolla

3880 Nobel Drive, La Jolla, CA 92122Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
"The is one of the nicest facilities in the greater San Diego area. More high end with great service." - Beth
From $7,650
/mo
9.9
Verified
Best of 2024
Merrill Gardens At Bankers Hill 1

Merrill Gardens At Bankers Hill

2567 2nd Avenue, San Diego, CA 92103Assisted Living, Independent Living
"My mother in law is doing very well at Merrill Gardens. The open spaces were a big reason for us deciding on this facility. She really like the staff. The admin staff also has been very responsive to all my questions. I highly recommend this community." - Zavanna
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From $5,500
/mo
9.9
Verified
Belmont Village Senior Living Sabre Springs 1

Belmont Village Senior Living Sabre Springs

13075 Evening Creek Drive South, San Diego, CA 92128Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
"We have been very impressed with the caring staff at Belmont Village. They have gone above and beyond to help my father fell comfortable at their community. He has been doing very well there over the last couple months." - Prue
From $5,800
/mo
9.9
Verified
Best of 2024
The Remington Club 1

The Remington Club

16925 Hierba Drive, San Diego, CA 92128Assisted Living, Independent Living
"We toured the community while looking for an assisted living facility for my mother in law. The apartments were spacious and the food that we tasted was good during the stay. We thought the community skewed more independent hence we chose a different community. " - Kamryn
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From $3,350
/mo
9.9
Verified
Best of 2024
Oakmont Of Pacific Beach 1

Oakmont Of Pacific Beach

955 Grand Avenue, San Diego, CA 92109Assisted Living, Memory Care
"My father loved the location because of how close it is to the beach. It is def more on the luxury side and has a lot of modern amenities that you would expect from a luxury community. He loves all the social activities at Oakmont." - Richard
From $5,095
/mo
9.9

Best value assisted living in San Diego, CA

In San Diego, California, the best value assisted living communities, combining high ratings with low costs, include Wesley Palms, Chateau II, Pacifica Senior Living Hillsborough, Silvergate Rancho Bernardo, and Mission Villa East. This analysis is based on 1,671 reviews and 28 price data points, highlighting these communities as top choices for quality and affordability.
The average price of these communities is $4,097 lower than the maximum price of similar assisted living communities in San Diego, CA
$3,553
$2,140
$7,650
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Wesley Palms 1

Wesley Palms

2404 Loring Street, San Diego, CA 92109Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
" You can't get much better than being in San Diego right by Mission bay. This community is nice - it has sweet little apartment-style housing and the staff is super friendly. Overall, very happy with our move!" - Julia
From $4,000
/mo
9.9
Chateau Ii 1

Chateau Ii

2726 Pleasant Hill Road, Pleasant Hill, CA 94523Assisted Living, Independent Living
At Carlton Senior Living, we know that finding the right community is not an easy task; nor one to be taken lightly. We pride ourselves on having a track record of providing exceptional service, loving environments, and staff that feel just like family. In fact when you move into one of our communities, you are treated just like that! Chateau I & II Assisted Living Community in Pleasant Hi...
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From $3,795
/mo
9.8
Verified
Pacifica Senior Living Hillsborough 1

Pacifica Senior Living Hillsborough

11918 Central Avenue, Chino, CA 91710Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
Your Life, Your Way. For impeccable senior living under tall trees and sunny California skies, make your way to Pacifica Senior Living Hillsborough today. Our Independent Living, Assisted Living and Memory Care community in Chino, California, offers a personalized approach that’s uniquely beneficial to residents with a broad spectrum of personal preferences and abilities. We also offer Respite ...
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From $3,500
/mo
9.7
Silvergate Rancho Bernardo 1

Silvergate Rancho Bernardo

16061 Avenida Venusto, San Diego, CA 92128Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
"I have been very impressed with Silvergate Rancho Bernardo since my grandfather moved in. It's a totally beautiful facility in San Diego. He seems very active and happy so far, and the staff are great. The food is pretty good, and there are plenty of activities to keep him busy. My my grandmother gone, I wasn't sure how he would adjust but he seems to be doing well so far. Hat's off to the perso..." - 102
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From $3,650
/mo
9.7
Verified
Mission Villa East 1

Mission Villa East

2337 Camino Del Rio South, San Diego, CA 92108Assisted Living, Board and Care Home
"My sister has been bed bound for the past 8 months of living there. The staff have been very helpful and kind to her. They have the patience it takes to handle this job. With only about 8 residents there, it is like a family home. We are very happy that she is there." - Beverly
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From $2,820
/mo
9.5

Luxury assisted living in San Diego, CA

In San Diego, California, there are seven luxury assisted living communities offering premium senior living experiences. These communities, including Belmont Village Senior Living La Jolla, Merrill Gardens At Bankers Hill, Oakmont Of Pacific Beach, and Casa De Manana, provide modern designs, high-end finishes, gourmet meals, and wine tastings. With dedicated staff delivering concierge-level service, they combine luxury with personalized attention for an elevated senior living experience.
9.9
Average Seniorly Community score of luxury communities
4 assisted living communities
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Belmont Village Senior Living La Jolla 1

Belmont Village Senior Living La Jolla

3880 Nobel Drive, La Jolla, CA 92122Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
"The is one of the nicest facilities in the greater San Diego area. More high end with great service." - Beth
From $7,650
/mo
9.9
Verified
Best of 2024
Merrill Gardens At Bankers Hill 1

Merrill Gardens At Bankers Hill

2567 2nd Avenue, San Diego, CA 92103Assisted Living, Independent Living
"My mother in law is doing very well at Merrill Gardens. The open spaces were a big reason for us deciding on this facility. She really like the staff. The admin staff also has been very responsive to all my questions. I highly recommend this community." - Zavanna
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From $5,500
/mo
9.9
Verified
Best of 2024
Oakmont Of Pacific Beach 1

Oakmont Of Pacific Beach

955 Grand Avenue, San Diego, CA 92109Assisted Living, Memory Care
"My father loved the location because of how close it is to the beach. It is def more on the luxury side and has a lot of modern amenities that you would expect from a luxury community. He loves all the social activities at Oakmont." - Richard
From $5,095
/mo
9.9
Verified
Best of 2024
Casa De Manana 1

Casa De Manana

849 Coast Boulevard, La Jolla, CA 92037Assisted Living, Independent Living
"I live near Casa De Manana and after many years I have started my search for a place for my mom. I have been very fortunate to tour several places around the greater La Jolla area, but the experience I had at Casa De Manana the other day was special. The location is only matched by the team members I met while there. I wanted to thank you all for the time you took with me and my mom as you made o..." - John
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From $5,000
/mo
9.9

Advisor recommended assisted living in San Diego, CA

Seniorly's local advisors, who are Senior Living experts in San Diego, have recommended 17 out of 129 assisted living communities in the area. The advisors, Carla Cary, BarDee Johnston, and Catharine Shepard, suggest notable communities such as Ivy Park At La Jolla, Westmont Of Carmel Valley, Wesley Palms, Ivy Park At Sabre Springs, and Mission Villa East.
Senior Care Referral Specialists CA (Cat Shepard)
9.8
Average Seniorly Community score of advisor recommended communities
5 assisted living communities
Verified
Best of 2024
Ivy Park At La Jolla 1

Ivy Park At La Jolla

810 Turquoise Street, San Diego, CA 92109Assisted Living, Memory Care
"We chose this place because it was much smaller than some of the other communities we toured. Overall my mother is very independent and just wanted some social interaction as well as medication management. She like the home like environment a lot. The staff is very good with keeping us informed about how she is doing. She is a bit picky with her food and has been having some trouble with the food." - Amy
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From $4,995
/mo
9.9
Verified
Westmont Of Carmel Valley 1

Westmont Of Carmel Valley

5720 Old Carmel Valley Road, San Diego, CA 92130Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
"We chose this community because of its location but my father has been trhiving at the community. He has never been a very social person and so as he aged he became more secluded. He has made a small group of friends at the community who do a things together and the community has helped his quality of life tremendously. I highly recommend Westmont after the experience my father has had." - Viona
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From $4,995
/mo
9.8
Verified
Wesley Palms 1

Wesley Palms

2404 Loring Street, San Diego, CA 92109Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
" You can't get much better than being in San Diego right by Mission bay. This community is nice - it has sweet little apartment-style housing and the staff is super friendly. Overall, very happy with our move!" - Julia
From $4,000
/mo
9.9
Verified
Ivy Park At Sabre Springs 1

Ivy Park At Sabre Springs

12515 Springhurst Drive, San Diego, CA 92128Assisted Living, Memory Care
Along Penasquitos Creek, in the scenic Poway Valley, lies Ivy Park of Sabre Springs, a senior living community that offers assisted living and memory care. The cost of assisted living starts at around $3,500 per month, which is lower than the average rate of $4,500 in San Diego, CA. Living residences at this pet-friendly senior housing community include studios, two-bedroom apartments, and compani...
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From $5,777
/mo
9.9
Verified
Mission Villa East 1

Mission Villa East

2337 Camino Del Rio South, San Diego, CA 92108Assisted Living, Board and Care Home
"My sister has been bed bound for the past 8 months of living there. The staff have been very helpful and kind to her. They have the patience it takes to handle this job. With only about 8 residents there, it is like a family home. We are very happy that she is there." - Beverly
...Read more
From $2,820
/mo
9.5

Pet friendly assisted living in San Diego, CA

In San Diego, California, several assisted living communities accommodate residents with pets, including Belmont Village Senior Living La Jolla, Westmont Of La Mesa, Westmont At San Miguel Ranch, and Atria Collwood. These communities support pet-friendly policies, offering seniors the opportunity to enjoy companionship and comfort from their pets while receiving necessary care and services.
9.9
Average Seniorly Community score of pet friendly communities
4 assisted living communities
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Belmont Village Senior Living La Jolla 1

Belmont Village Senior Living La Jolla

3880 Nobel Drive, La Jolla, CA 92122Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
"The is one of the nicest facilities in the greater San Diego area. More high end with great service." - Beth
From $7,650
/mo
9.9
Verified
Westmont Of La Mesa 1

Westmont Of La Mesa

9000 Murray Drive, La Mesa, CA 91942Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
"Westmont of la Mesa is truly a resort like community. My parents moved in here even though they were very independent because of all the activities and social programs. The biggest plus was the indoor pool that my mother uses everyday. They are in the independent side of the community but it also offer more care for the future. The staff is also a plus." - Blanch
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From $5,105
/mo
9.9
Verified
Westmont At San Miguel Ranch 1

Westmont At San Miguel Ranch

2325 Proctor Valley Road, Chula Vista, CA 91914Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
"This community is very well maintained. They have beautiful outdoor grounds for the residents to enjoy. Also the rooms are very nice with nice views. They do offer Independent living, assisted living and memory care so people can age in place. " - Lilian
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From $3,795
/mo
9.9
Verified
Atria Collwood 1

Atria Collwood

5308 Monroe Avenue, San Diego, CA 92115Assisted Living, Independent Living
"We toured this community for my mother who needs assisted living. She liked the dining options as well as the library but overall felt like it was a better choice for someone more independent. " - Connor
From $2,595
/mo
9.9

Recent Reviews on Assisted Living in San Diego, CA

Beverly H
November 2024
My sister has been bed bound for the past 8 months of living there. The staff have been very helpful and kind to her. They have the patience it takes to handle this job. With only about 8 residents there, it is like a family home. We are very happy that she is there.
Read More
Mission Villa East
Mission Villa East
2337 Camino Del Rio South, San Diego, CA 92108
Assisted Living · Board and Care Home
Viona R
October 2024
We chose this community because of its location but my father has been trhiving at the community. He has never been a very social person and so as he aged he became more secluded. He has made a small group of friends at the community who do a things together and the community has helped his quality of life tremendously. I highly recommend Westmont after the experience my father has had.
Read More
Westmont Of Carmel Valley
Westmont Of Carmel Valley
5720 Old Carmel Valley Road, San Diego, CA 92130
Assisted Living · Memory Care · Independent Living
Kamryn P
October 2024
We toured the community while looking for an assisted living facility for my mother in law. The apartments were spacious and the food that we tasted was good during the stay. We thought the community skewed more independent hence we chose a different community.
Read More
The Remington Club
The Remington Club
16925 Hierba Drive, San Diego, CA 92128
Assisted Living · Independent Living
Prue D
October 2024
We have been very impressed with the caring staff at Belmont Village. They have gone above and beyond to help my father fell comfortable at their community. He has been doing very well there over the last couple months.
Read More
Belmont Village Senior Living Sabre Springs
Belmont Village Senior Living Sabre Springs
13075 Evening Creek Drive South, San Diego, CA 92128
Assisted Living · Memory Care · Independent Living
Zavanna C
October 2024
My mother in law is doing very well at Merrill Gardens. The open spaces were a big reason for us deciding on this facility. She really like the staff. The admin staff also has been very responsive to all my questions. I highly recommend this community.
Read More
Merrill Gardens At Bankers Hill
Merrill Gardens At Bankers Hill
2567 2nd Avenue, San Diego, CA 92103
Assisted Living · Independent Living
Richard J
October 2024
My father loved the location because of how close it is to the beach. It is def more on the luxury side and has a lot of modern amenities that you would expect from a luxury community. He loves all the social activities at Oakmont.
Read More
Oakmont Of Pacific Beach
Oakmont Of Pacific Beach
955 Grand Avenue, San Diego, CA 92109
Assisted Living · Memory Care
Amy W
October 2024
We chose this place because it was much smaller than some of the other communities we toured. Overall my mother is very independent and just wanted some social interaction as well as medication management. She like the home like environment a lot. The staff is very good with keeping us informed about how she is doing. She is a bit picky with her food and has been having some trouble with the food.
Read More
Ivy Park At La Jolla
Ivy Park At La Jolla
810 Turquoise Street, San Diego, CA 92109
Assisted Living · Memory Care
Connor C
October 2024
We toured this community for my mother who needs assisted living. She liked the dining options as well as the library but overall felt like it was a better choice for someone more independent.
Read More
Atria Collwood
Atria Collwood
5308 Monroe Avenue, San Diego, CA 92115
Assisted Living · Independent Living
Gina A
October 2024
The facility is very clean and modern. My parents are in the independent living at Merrill and they love the activities and really appreciate the social aspect that they were missing. During the tour we were able to try the food and it was quite good. I would recommend this community without any hesitation for anyone looking for independent living.
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Merrill Gardens At Bankers Hill
Merrill Gardens At Bankers Hill
2567 2nd Avenue, San Diego, CA 92103
Assisted Living · Independent Living
Catherine B
August 2024
I can’t say enough about the staff at NIR Community III on Janice Ct. My grandmother was no longer able to stay in her assisted living facility because she needed more care. Her income was a concern on where she could afford and the type of care she would receive. The caregivers were very attentive and made sure she was safe. She had a hard time adjusting and often wasn’t kind but the ladies were patient and kind. I couldn’t have asked for better care for her.
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Nir Community III
Nir Community III
10975 Janice Ct, San Diego, CA 92126
Assisted Living
Scott R
June 2024
The facility is kept very very clean. There are NO bugs. The food is really good, considering that they have to deal with all kinds of eating arrangements they make really good food. The nurses are attentive and caring. I am glad that this is the nursing facility I was sent too.
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The Pavilion At Ocean Point
The Pavilion At Ocean Point
3202 Duke Street, San Diego, CA 92110
Skilled Nursing Facility
Kevin G
June 2024
CNA Veronica at The Pavillion at Ocean Point is the most kind hearted person that I have had the pleasure to meet in a very long time. She has been so helpful in so many ways. She has demonstrated her expertise and skills caring for me and the other residents. The other CNA:s need to follow her example of how to correctly care for a patient/resident. I am sure that she will make a wonderful Director of Nursing. Thank you so much Veronica.
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The Pavilion At Ocean Point
The Pavilion At Ocean Point
3202 Duke Street, San Diego, CA 92110
Skilled Nursing Facility
Kevin G
June 2024
Upon my admission to The Pavillion at Ocean Point, I had the pleasure of meeting Maria the Concierge. She took the time to fully explain all of the aspects of the admission process including but, not limited to helping me with all of the necessary paperwork. To top it off, she told me that if I needed anything during my stay that, she would assist me in any way so that I would be comfortable. Maria has a very kind, warm and sincere spirit.
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The Pavilion At Ocean Point
The Pavilion At Ocean Point
3202 Duke Street, San Diego, CA 92110
Skilled Nursing Facility
Beth J
May 2024
Verified Review
Belmont Village Senior Living in Sabre Springs is just wonderful! I'd give it five stars without hesitation. The care there is top-notch, I mean, really exceptional. The staff are like family, always so kind and helpful. You can tell they genuinely care about each and every resident. And the facilities? Oh my, they're absolutely lovely. Beautiful gardens, cozy living spaces, everything you could ask for. It's like living in a luxury resort! If you're looking for a place where you or your loved ones will be well taken care of, Belmont Village is the place to be. Trust me, you won't be disappointed!
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Belmont Village Senior Living Sabre Springs
Belmont Village Senior Living Sabre Springs
13075 Evening Creek Drive South, San Diego, CA 92128
Assisted Living · Memory Care · Independent Living
JOEY I
April 2024
I highly recommend this home care due to the cleanliness of the facility and the safety protocols they abide to when it comes to their patient’s well being. They serve great compassion and practice excellent patient care.
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P & P Homes
P & P Homes
146 Wedgewood Drive, San Diego, CA 92119
Assisted Living · Board and Care Home · Memory Care

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