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The cost of independent living in Loma Linda is about $3,856 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 20 options. Read 309 reviews, see photos, and learn about amenities that make independent living the ideal next step for adults 55+ who wish to enjoy friendships and hobbies without the hassle of cooking and home maintenance.

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Photo of Fairwinds - Desert Point
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9.4
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27 reviews
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The food is good, 4, the staff is polite, organized and attentive, 5, the place is kept neat and clean, 5, there are many activities, 5, the costs are high but reasonable, 4, I could live there.
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Fairwinds - Desert Point offers luxurious apartment homes in a fun and active retirement community. We are very proud to be managed by Leisure Care, who leads the industry in the development and management of retirement communities that are all about Five-Star Fun. At Fairwinds - Desert Point, we...
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Photo of Avista Tucson
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9.2
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89 reviews
9.2
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89 reviews
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The price and location were 2 big factors. The facility has a vibe that doesn't say hospital or nursing home. It has a home-like feeling that we felt would make the FIL more comfortable. They take care of...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Avista Tucson, an Enlivant community, is an assisted living community delivering personalized, attentive care in a homelike atmosphere. Professional staff to assist with medication management and daily living activities as needed. Residents can enjoy exceptional dining options and a variety of...
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Photo of Desert Springs
1212 Photos available
9.0
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44 reviews
9.0
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44 reviews
5 star
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The facility is very open and bright. The managers and assistant managers live on premises, so they are always available when needed. The staff are friendly and hard-working. And there is a strong sense of...
Provides: Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Unique to Independent Living Communities, Desert Springs has on-site Managers 24/7, emergency call systems in every apartment and emergency pendant (optional with small annual fee).
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Photo of Brookdale Santa Catalina
1212 Photos available
77 Floor plans available
8.4
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56 reviews
8.4
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56 reviews
5 star
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The very first thing and impression I had about the community was the enthusiasm and openness of your sales coordinator, [name removed]. He always answered my calls, questions and concerns right away. He...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Are you ready for fewer chores and more adventures?Come see if our continuing care retirement community, or CCRC, with independent living, assisted living, memory care and skilled nursing all on one campus is the right fit for you. We’re a rental CCRC. That means you’ll pay a monthly rental fee...
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Photo of Tucson Place at Ventana Canyon
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1212 Floor plans available
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8.2
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29 reviews
8.2
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29 reviews
5 star
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I would give them all a 5. But if I could rate higher, I would. Especially in 3,4 and 7. My mom's last weeks of her life. She had told me this was her favorite place to live. She had made some wonderful...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
We are happy to announce that Tucson Place at Ventana Canyon is recognized as a U.S. News & World Report Best Assisted Living community for the second year running!Tucson Place is located in the beautiful Catalina Foothills of Tucson, Arizona, and offers personalized assisted living...
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Photo of Park Senior Villas - Houghton
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7.7
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28 reviews
7.7
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28 reviews
5 star
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They were great very friendly and the site is one of the nicest in Tucson. We would absolutely recommend to anyone they get five stars.
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
The Villas at Houghton The Villas at Houghton is an assisted living community located in Tucson, Pima County, Arizona that provides quality care for those dealing with dementia or Alzheimer's. This community provides a safe place to live in a location that is great. Guests of the residents of...
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Photo of The Watermark at Oro Valley
99 Photos available
7.5
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7 reviews
7.5
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7 reviews
5 star
29%
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What we like the most about The Watermark at Oro Valley is the staff and just how friendly and helpful there are. Base don that experience we would recommend this community to other families who may need a...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Experience Brilliant Living at The Watermark At Oro ValleyMake The Watermark At Oro Valley the exciting next step in your life’s journey. Set against the backdrop of Pusch Ridge and the enchanting Santa Catalina Mountains, our modern aging community in South Oro Valley, Arizona, celebrates the...
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Photo of Inspirations of River Centre
77 Photos available
7.5
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25 reviews
7.5
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25 reviews
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Everyone there is awesome. We should count ourselves fortunate that there are people in this world with the compassion to care for those who are unable to care for themselves. Special thanks to[names...
Provides: Assisted Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Inspirations of River Centre, providing Assisted Living to the Tucson area.
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Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
THE HACIENDA AT THE CANYON®Live a life that inspires you each day.Embrace nature, explore new passions, make lasting friends, and celebrate well-being at this wellness retreat featuring a dramatic desert landscape in Tucson, Arizona. Curated Independent Living, Bungalows, Assisted Living,...
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Provides: Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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Photo of All Seasons Oro Valley
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Photo of Hacienda at the Canyon
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Photo of Azure Care Home LLC
Provides: Assisted Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Photo of Splendido
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Great accommodations, villas & apartments. Good food, friendly staff. Residents very social and friendly. Lots to do! Life care program a BIG plus. When you move in to independent, assisted, memory care...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living, Nursing Homes
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Nursing Homes: Nursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.
Photo of Hacienda De Luna Assisted Living
Provides: Assisted Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Photo of Canyon View Adult Care Home
Provides: Assisted Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.

Cost of independent living in Loma Linda, AZ

The average cost of senior living in Loma Linda is $3,856 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Dripping Springs, AZ with an average of $3,180 per month.

Independent living costs in Loma Linda, AZ, vs. nearby cities

Loma Linda, AZ
$3,858/mo

Independent living costs in Loma Linda, AZ, vs. state and national averages

Loma Linda, AZ
$3,858/mo
$3,912/mo
U.S. national average
$4,153/mo

Independent living costs in Loma Linda, AZ, vs. other senior living options

$4,540/mo
Independent Living
$3,858/mo

Independent living costs in Loma Linda, AZ, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$4,613/mo
Studio
$4,619/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,845/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,362/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$5,505/mo

Senior living costs in Loma Linda vs. state and national costs

Cost comparison table showing community type costs by location. This table contains 3 rows of data across 4 columns.
Column communityType: Community type
Column destination: Loma Linda, AZ
Column state: Arizona
Column national: U.S.
Community typeLoma Linda, AZArizonaU.S.
Independent Living$3,858/mo$3,912/mo$4,153/mo
Assisted Living$3,770/mo$3,911/mo$4,698/mo
Memory Care$4,540/mo$4,625/mo$4,946/mo
Independent Living
Loma Linda, AZ:$3,858/mo
Arizona:$3,912/mo
U.S.:$4,153/mo
Assisted Living
Loma Linda, AZ:$3,770/mo
Arizona:$3,911/mo
U.S.:$4,698/mo
Memory Care
Loma Linda, AZ:$4,540/mo
Arizona:$4,625/mo
U.S.:$4,946/mo
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Independent living costs in Loma Linda, AZ, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly independent living costs have shifted over the past five years in Loma Linda and how those changes compare with state and national trends. The figures represent quarterly averages of what seniors actually paid after moving into A Place for Mom partner communities.

Loma Linda, AZAZ stateNational

Independent living cost trends in Loma Linda, AZ

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Loma Linda have changed in the last two years and how those changes compare with state and national trends. The figures represent averages of actual costs paid by seniors who moved into A Place for Mom partner communities in 2023 and 2024.

Cost comparison table showing 2023 and 2024 median costs by location. This table contains 3 rows of data across 4 columns.
Column location: Location
Column cost2024: 2024 average cost
Column cost2023: 2023 average cost
Column percentChange: Percent change
Location2024 average cost2023 average costPercent change
Loma Linda, AZ$3,551/mo$3,403/mo+4.4%
Arizona$2,813/mo$2,814/mo-0.0%
National$3,261/mo$3,166/mo+3.0%
Loma Linda, AZ
2024 average cost:$3,551/mo
2023 average cost:$3,403/mo
Percent change:+4.4%
Arizona
2024 average cost:$2,813/mo
2023 average cost:$2,814/mo
Percent change:-0.0%
National
2024 average cost:$3,261/mo
2023 average cost:$3,166/mo
Percent change:+3.0%
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What families are saying about independent living in Loma Linda

Recent reviews for independent living in Loma Linda

Mountain View Retirement Village in Tucson, AZ

4.8
This is a good community and it is a good value. The staff are very friendly and kind. My loved one was in the memory care and is moving over to the unassisted living and is excited to participate in more activities.

Villa Hermosa in Tucson, AZ

5.0
I have lived in other communities in Arizona. I will highly recommend this one to anyone who would be looking for a retirement home.

The Gardens at Blenman Elm in Tucson, AZ

5.0
We moved our loved one to the Gardens at Blenham Elms from a larger Memory Care facility and are so happy with the decision to move her. She seems more at peace, the management is educated in dementia and doesn't blame the family when issues like agitation come up. They are patient, kind and ...
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Loma Linda independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Loma Linda independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Loma Linda, but support comparisons against nationwide offerings. Our Senior Living Advisors can help you find communities that fit your preferences.

Availability of select dietary accommodations in Loma Linda independent living

Independent living communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of Loma Linda partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Loma Linda, AZNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
25%
20.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
37.5%
34.4%
No sugar
No sugar
37.5%
30.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
50%
33.6%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
12.5%
10.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Loma Linda independent living

Our independent living communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of Loma Linda communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Loma Linda, AZNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
50%
36.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
50%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
37.5%
37%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
25%
17.2%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Loma Linda independent living

Senior living communities offer a variety of programming to keep seniors socially, mentally, and physically vibrant. The chart below shows what percentage of partnered independent living communities in Loma Linda offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Loma Linda, AZNational
Activity director
Activity director
50%
45.1%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
31.3%
28.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
37.5%
33%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
43.8%
47.5%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
50%
48.9%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
56.3%
54%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
56.3%
42.9%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
43.8%
38.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
43.8%
41.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
50%
47.1%
Live performances
Live performances
50%
46.8%
Dances
Dances
37.5%
33%
Fitness center
Fitness center
43.8%
39.5%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
50%
46.4%
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