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9.2
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A mixed bag, mostly good. Staff and residents very friendly, very nice, staff very helpful. Food is very good, and a good variety. Apartment size is good for me. Wear and tear on the apartment is evident,...
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.
At our independent, assisted living and memory care community in Phoenix, Arizona, you can enjoy all the comforts of retirement without the burdens of home ownership, cleaning, cooking, and more. Instead of wasting your energy on the responsibilities you’ve carried for decades, you can wake up...
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9.0
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Staff are very friendly and engaged, taking an interest to personally know the residents. Activities seem varied with a lot of areas to gather. Cleanliness is very high. Food is OK. It offers great amenities...
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.
These Are The Best YearsThe seniors you see here may be part of our assisted living and memory care community in Phoenix, but we like to think of them as family. Each and every person who walks through our door is an individual with a unique story and background, and a host of personal interests....
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8.4
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82 reviews
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Paradise Valley Senior Living is recently under new management and is still adjusting in many areas. There is a care worker in each cottage and a med tech (one per two cottages) who distributes medication...
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.
Paradise Valley Senior LivingFind compassionate care options for assisted living and memory care at Paradise Valley. This community’s sunny campus in Phoenix, Arizona, lies in close reach to a wealth of fun things to explore throughout the metropolitan area, from shopping and dining to...
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9.9
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51 reviews
9.9
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Overall I'd give it a 5 for cleanliness, as well as the attentiveness and friendliness of all staff members. They offered a variety of activities that residents could participate in if they chose. The...
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.
LifeStream Complete Senior Living at Glendale is conveniently located in Glendale - close to doctors, hospital and shopping. Every apartment features a 24-hour response system, free utilities (except phone), spacious closets, Cox cable, full size refrigerator/freezer, and individually controlled...
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9.9
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Very friendly staff, most of which have been working at the facility for more than five years. They got to know my mom on day one and checked on her frequently her first few days there to make sure she was...
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.
Everyone has their own perception of what living at a senior community is like. We here at McDowell Village would like to invite you in to take a look.Our apartments are second to none. They range in size from 648 to 1300 square feet, and all of the apartments feature fully-equipped kitchens,...
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9.6
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47 reviews
9.6
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5 on all. What I like the most about the community is the food and the cleanliness. Yes, I would recommend Park Terrace Senior Living by Cogir to other families based on the experience so far.
Provides: Independent Living
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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.
An All-Inclusive 55+ Community - Park Terrace Senior Living is an independent living community in the vibrant desert-oasis of Phoenix, Arizona. Enjoy three chef prepared meals daily in our beautiful newly renovated dining room. All utilities including electric, high speed internet, Wi-Fi and...
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1111 Floor plans available
9.6
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49 reviews
9.6
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We visited a number of senior independent living communities. There are more out there than we initially thought so this took time. Revel on Indian Bend in Scottsdale was the clear winner supporting our...
Provides: Independent Living, Senior Apartments
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.
Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
DON’T RETIRE, REVELAt Revel, you’re more than just a resident; you’re a member of a thriving independent living community that feels more like a retreat than retirement. Your resident membership includes everything you need to live life on your own terms in this empowering community, including...
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9.6
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35 reviews
9.6
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Everyone has been extremely helpful. They have made my mom feel welcome in both rehab and her new apartment. We have yet to encounter anybody who's been rude or disrespectful, everyone has been so kind. Love...
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.
Welcome to Fellowship Square PhoenixAt Fellowship Square Phoenix, we provide the full continuum of senior living options—all on one beautiful campus. Our services include Independent Living, Assisted Living, Memory Care, and Skilled Nursing, along with Medicare-certified Home Health, Outpatient...
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We have been really happy with Acoya Shea. The facility is beautiful! Everyone is friendly. There are lots of activities for those who enjoy keeping active. My mom participates in the 2x's week exercise...
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.
ACOYA Shea is a new senior living community in Scottsdale, AZ, focusing on luxury and comfort. Offering Independent Living, Assisted Living, and the revolutionary Revere? Memory Care, ACOYA Shea is the epitome of comfort, with limitless amenities and services to please the most discerning...
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11 Video available
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9.5
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I'm really quite happy here at the Atria Sierra point. I have a lovely one bedroom apartment. I have helpers get me ready in the morning and at bed because I have broken wrist the roof the food is wonderful....
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.
Our luxurious, resort-style community is situated in a residential neighborhood in North Scottsdale with stunning mountain views and kaleidoscopic sunsets. We're within walking distance of shopping, dining and banking less than 20 miles from downtown Phoenix. Atria Park of Sierra Pointe has...
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Photo of Andara by Cogir
11 Video available
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77 Floor plans available
9.4
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83 reviews
9.4
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83 reviews
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Stunning community that my aunt and uncle have fallen in love with since moving in last year! We are so happy they made the move and feel much better now that they are getting the assistance they have...
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.
Welcome to Andara by Cogir, a relaxing desert retreat located in beautiful Scottsdale, Arizona. Located on the outskirts of the Tonto National Forest, Andara by Cogir is an assisted living community geared towards residents aged 62 and above. Built in 2009, our community offers numerous perks and...
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11 Video available
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9.3
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It was a safe place and all the staff cared for my mom. They were available when she needed them and always showed care and concern and compassion
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.
Step into a Sunrise Assisted Living community and you can't help but feel at home. We stop at nothing to make your experience warm and inviting, from our homelike exterior architecture, to our comfortable community areas and choice of suites to our exceptional outdoor gardens and landscaping....
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9.3
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This has been a great place since I moved in a for years back. The new owners are making great changes. The food is excellent and the staff is friendly.
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.
Gardens Care Senior Living–Scottsdale is in the vibrant heart of Scottsdale, with easy access to Phoenix, Mesa, and Tempe, Arizona. It truly is at the center of it all, near shopping, restaurants, and world-class medical centers. Gardens Care Senior Living of Saddle is a beautiful place to live...
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The place is great. I would give every category a 5 and all I would add is that it's expensive. So you get what you pay for but you do pay. It's beautiful. The staff is very friendly and the food is very goo
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.
Introducing ACOYA Scottsdale at Troon:A stunningly beautiful retirement community with a novel approach to life.Welcome to ACOYA, a dynamic community of lifestyle amenities, concierge services and striking desert beauty. Here, you’ll live just steps away from the Pinnacle Peak trailhead in one of...
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When we decided to look at Independent Senior Living facilities, Revel McDowell Mt. was on our list. After we had our appointment here, there was no reason to see any others - our choice was made! We felt...
Provides: Independent Living, Senior Apartments
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.
Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
DON’T RETIRE, REVELAt Revel, you’re more than just a resident; you’re a member of a thriving independent living community that feels more like a retreat than retirement. Your resident membership includes everything you need to live life on your own terms in this empowering community, including...
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My mother lives at Clarendale. Whenever she has requested a ride it never works out and she has always been disappointed. This was promised when we signed up. On a scale for 1-10 the food is a 3.
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.
Irresistibly located in the Arcadia area of the Camelback Corridor, Clarendale Arcadia offers “connected living”—a vibrant life near family, friends and everything that matters to residents.You’re just down the street from fine dining at Tomaso's, Tarbell's, Hillstone, and The Gladly, plus...
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I was there visiting my mom this week. What a wonderful group of people in that staff, led by [name removed], [name removed], [name removed], and the rest of the fabulous staff. They engage all the residents...
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.
Nestled in the heart of an established, quiet neighborhood on a 22-acre campus in North Scottsdale, Pueblo Norte Senior Living Community offers a unique blend of residential and health care services that have provided a continuum of care to area seniors for almost 30 years. A large number of our...
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Nice and clean place. Good, qualified and friendly staff. Fresh baked cookies daily which the residents love. Administrative and nursing g personnel easily available for questions and or concerns. Front desk...
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.
Home Sweet HomeAre you ready to redefine independence? If so, our assisted living and memory care community in Scottsdale, Arizona is ready to welcome you with open arms. You’ll find that once you let go of the cumbersome chores like home maintenance and cleaning, you will have ample time to...
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It was large enough that she'd have people to interact with and make friends. I would recommend to others. [name removed] seems to feel well cared for.
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.
Assisted Living For our Assisted Living residents, MorningStar offers four levels of help with the activities of daily living: minimal; moderate; more frequent and intensive; and extensive. In all cases, around-the-clock Care Managers ensure your safety and meet your needs. It is our staff's...
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9.0
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Staff was very accommodating. My mother was also very happy with the activities and dining. One thing that would have made her more comfortable would have been an introduction meeting or gathering, where she...
Provides: Independent Living
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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.
Madison Meadows provides a fulfilling, independent lifestyle in a welcoming environment. Located in the heart of Phoenix, Madison Meadows is conveniently accessible to shopping, healthcare, museums and theaters, and we're just down the street from the VA Hospital.
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We have been here two & half years now, we are a great family trying to help out whoever is in need of . We were looking for a retirement community & visited quite a few around. But loved this one the most...
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.
Tucked into a beautiful mountain setting, LifeStream Complete Senior Living at Northeast Phoenix is tops when it comes to quaint and comfortable active retirement living. The one and two-bedroom garden homes feature attached private carports, cozy patios, utility rooms, and full kitchens....
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The staff has been amazing from [name removed] who helped us get signed up to [name removed] who continues to help mom all the time as she gets settled in. The dining options are great and accommodate my...
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.
Beatitudes Campus is a not-for-profit life plan community founded by the Church of the Beatitudes. Since 1965, the Campus has been dedicated to serving the needs of seniors.With a variety of independent living residential and financial options, you’re sure to find the perfect home for you. The...
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8.5
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121 reviews
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121 reviews
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The Palazzo is a wonderful place - they are going through ownership changes so there a definite growing pains for some of the residents. Yes, we would recommend this community to other families based on the...
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 Palazzo is a full Continuing Care Community offering Independent Living, Assisted Living, Memory Care and Skilled Nursing. At The Palazzo, we are able to cater to your needs whether you are looking for independence in an environment with social activities, wonderful meals, housekeeping and...
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My dad is not much of an activities guy so I can't speak to that but the staff from the aides and nurses, restaurant staff, maintenance to executive staff have all been fantastic. The facility is always...
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.
When you choose Clearwater Mayo Blvd in Phoenix, Arizona, you’re choosing the best possible life for yourself or your loved one. This senior living community isn’t just a welcoming home – it’s practically a whole neighborhood by itself. You’ll enjoy a host of resort-style services and amenities,...
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8.5
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8.5
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18 reviews
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The food is excellent. I'm very satisfied here. Excellent location in Scottsdale. Activities are plentiful and varied. Card playing is my favorite. Exercise classes are excellent. Teachers understand this...
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.
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Cost of independent living in Rancho Santa Fe, AZ

The average cost of senior living in Rancho Santa Fe is $3,920 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Goodyear, AZ with an average of $2,842 per month.

Independent living costs in Rancho Santa Fe, AZ, vs. nearby cities

Rancho Santa Fe, AZ
$3,920/mo
$3,943/mo

Independent living costs in Rancho Santa Fe, AZ, vs. state and national averages

Rancho Santa Fe, AZ
$3,920/mo
$3,965/mo
U.S. national average
$4,211/mo

Independent living costs in Rancho Santa Fe, AZ, vs. other senior living options

$4,726/mo
Independent Living
$3,920/mo

Independent living costs in Rancho Santa Fe, AZ, by floor plan type

Studio
$3,851/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,074/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,580/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$6,745/mo

Senior living costs in Rancho Santa Fe 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: Rancho Santa Fe, AZ
Column state: Arizona
Column national: U.S.
Community typeRancho Santa Fe, AZArizonaU.S.
Independent Living$3,920/mo$3,965/mo$4,211/mo
Assisted Living$3,844/mo$3,940/mo$4,752/mo
Memory Care$4,726/mo$4,683/mo$5,013/mo
Independent Living
Rancho Santa Fe, AZ:$3,920/mo
Arizona:$3,965/mo
U.S.:$4,211/mo
Assisted Living
Rancho Santa Fe, AZ:$3,844/mo
Arizona:$3,940/mo
U.S.:$4,752/mo
Memory Care
Rancho Santa Fe, AZ:$4,726/mo
Arizona:$4,683/mo
U.S.:$5,013/mo
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Independent living costs in Rancho Santa Fe, AZ, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly independent living costs have shifted over the past five years in Rancho Santa Fe 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.

Rancho Santa Fe, AZAZ stateNational

Independent living cost trends in Rancho Santa Fe, AZ

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Rancho Santa Fe 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
Rancho Santa Fe, AZ$3,230/mo$3,540/mo-8.7%
Arizona$2,782/mo$2,810/mo-1.0%
National$3,259/mo$3,168/mo+2.9%
Rancho Santa Fe, AZ
2024 average cost:$3,230/mo
2023 average cost:$3,540/mo
Percent change:-8.7%
Arizona
2024 average cost:$2,782/mo
2023 average cost:$2,810/mo
Percent change:-1.0%
National
2024 average cost:$3,259/mo
2023 average cost:$3,168/mo
Percent change:+2.9%
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What families are saying about independent living in Rancho Santa Fe

Recent reviews for independent living in Rancho Santa Fe

Albany Apartments in Mesa, AZ

5.0
We picked this community, for two main reasons: Price, and W/D in individual units. Definitely worth a look! Management and maintenance are responsive and helpful. I would recommend to other families.

Sagewood Desert Willow AL and MC in Phoenix, AZ

4.9
Everyone that we worked with at Sagewood Desert Willow was extremely friendly and engaged. We were assigned a move in coordinator who helped facilitate everything and provided the information we needed to move in. My loved one loves her housekeeper and the place is always very clean when we go ...
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Solterra Senior Living in Chandler, AZ

4.0
My loved one was only here for a short respite stay. The only thing that she really complained about is that they didn't always knock before they came in. We had arranged for a female to come and do the shower on a certain day, and a male showed up on a different day to help her. She liked the ...
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Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Warm and welcoming staff. Many reviews mention the friendly and welcoming nature of the staff in communities like Atria Park of Sierra Pointe, Palos Verdes Senior Living, and Park Terrace Senior Living by Cogir, with families expressing appreciation for the long-term friendships that have been formed between reside ...
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Variety of social activities. Communities like LifeStream at North Phoenix, Revel McDowell Mountain, and Madison Meadows offer a range of social activities that cater to residents' interests, from fitness classes, to music events, to hobby clubs, ensuring that there is something for everyone.
Individually tailored care. Reviews highlight the personalized care and attention that residents receive at various communities, with staff making accommodations and adjustments to meet individual needs, such as at Palos Verdes Senior Living and Park Terrace Senior Living by Cogir.
Delicious and diverse meals. Residents consistently praise the quality of the food and the variety of options available at communities like Revel McDowell Mountain, Fellowship Square Phoenix, and Park Terrace Senior Living by Cogir, ensuring that mealtimes are enjoyable and satisfying experiences.
Beautiful and clean facilities. Reviews often mention the cleanliness and upkeep of communities, like Revel McDowell Mountain, Tuscany at McCormick Ranch, and McDowell Village, with residents appreciating the well-maintained living spaces and gardens.
Supportive and communicative staff. Families express appreciation for the open and frequent communication between staff and loved ones in communities like Pueblo Norte Senior Living, Palos Verdes Senior Living, and McDowell Village, allowing for peace of mind and ensuring that care needs are being met.
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Rancho Santa Fe independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Rancho Santa Fe independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Rancho Santa Fe, 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 Rancho Santa Fe 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 Rancho Santa Fe partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Rancho Santa Fe, AZNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
15%
20.6%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
36.4%
34.8%
No sugar
No sugar
33.6%
31.2%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
35.5%
33.9%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
16.8%
10.8%
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Availability of select dining options in Rancho Santa Fe 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 Rancho Santa Fe communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Rancho Santa Fe, AZNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
31.8%
36.9%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
32.7%
43.8%
Room service
Room service
33.6%
37.3%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
22.4%
17.3%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Rancho Santa Fe 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 Rancho Santa Fe offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Rancho Santa Fe, AZNational
Activity director
Activity director
33.6%
45.6%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
27.1%
28.5%
Community service programs
Community service programs
27.1%
33.4%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
37.4%
47.8%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
43.9%
49.2%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
42.1%
54.3%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
32.7%
43.4%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
32.7%
38.6%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
33.6%
42.2%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
38.3%
47.5%
Live performances
Live performances
41.1%
47.2%
Dances
Dances
25.2%
33.3%
Fitness center
Fitness center
30.8%
39.8%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
40.2%
46.8%
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Frequently Asked Questions

Brookdale Central Paradise Valley, Brookdale Desert Ridge and Paradise Valley Senior Living are the top-rated independent living facilities near Rancho Santa Fe, Arizona. See full list of communities.
There are 145 independent living facilities near Rancho Santa Fe, Arizona. See the full list.
The best independent living facilities near you in Rancho Santa Fe, Arizona are LifeStream at Glendale, Oasis at Mesa Palms and Atria Chandler Villas. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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