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The cost of independent living in Santa Maria is about $3,924 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 75 options. Read 406 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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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
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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.
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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All the neighbors are positive about Glencroft. They are friendly and we care about and care for each other. So many activities are offered. Church is right on campus. Health care is right on campus. Blood...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
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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.
Glencroft is an assisted living community located in the city of Glendale, Arizona in the county of Maricopa. Glendale is a city that is absolutely filled with both natural and architectural beauty. Glendale homes magnify the natural beauty of the desert landscape that surrounds the area. Nearby...
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Management has been extremely helpful, kind and thoughtful. I'm enjoying the people I've met. They are super engaging and friendly. Lots of activities sponsored by Mera and the residents.
Provides: Senior Apartments
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Mera Westgate is a resort-style, 55 and older active adult community in Glendale, Arizona, a northern suburb of Phoenix. This brand new senior community brings a maintenance-free lifestyle opportunity for Phoenix adults who are ready to live actively and without the everyday stresses of owning a...
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The facility was very clean and recently updated making it bright and it didn't feel old and tired. The staff was friendly and went above and beyond in showing the different apartments available and even...
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.
Experience the best of the Arizona lifestyle with Westgate Village. Conveniently located in Glendale, Westgate Village offers year-round sunshine and resort-like amenities, all within 30 minutes of downtown Phoenix. This brand new independent senior living community is close to the Westgate...
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Legacy House was wonderful! The admin staff was kind and always very helpful. The facility was beautiful and so very affordable. The food was always delicious and my mom loved all the activities, they made...
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.
Welcome to Legacy House of Avondale. Legacy House of Avondale, Arizona’s newest senior living community is located in one of Avondale’s up and coming neighborhoods. Legacy House of Avondale is just minutes from Banner Estrella Medical Center, Arizona State University campus, physician offices,...
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The main Palazzo (assisted living) seems really great. Lots to do. All kinds of facilities. Staff and residents quite friendly. The memory care unit seems to be lacking. But from what I've heard, all memory...
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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The staff during the day is a 5. Night crew needs work. I would say a 4. I know there is food that [name removed] doesn't like and it would nice to always get him something we know he would eat. They sent...
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.
Hacienda Del-Rey is a locally owned family company and professionally managed. We set our goal to offer the finest assisted living options in a residential community. Our directors have over 60 years experience in the senior care market. We have always believed that the home environment is the...
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Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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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.
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When you walk in to the community it has a great overall atmosphere, there is a lot of nice décor and it is clean. The staff members are very friendly and our mother liked it right away.
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.
Mariposa Point at Algodón Center is a unique community designed for seniors who need help with daily tasks, but who wish to live as independently as possible in a homelike setting. We are dedicated to ensuring that this new chapter in your life is happy and fulfilling. With a holistic approach to...
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My sister is safe there. It's convenient to places where she needs to go. For instance, when she thought she locked herself up they came right up. They come up and help her out. It's independent...
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.
If a reasonable price and a quiet ambiance of an all-adult community appeals to you, then consider Lifestyles of Glendale your new home. Imagine an entire community that caters to those mature enough to appreciate a life of leisure and young enough to enjoy the many social activities planned...
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I really like the Palazzo! It is clean, well run, with many daily activities. The residents here love it. I noticed a few negative reviews that I don't understand and don't agree with. The grounds are keep...
Provides: Senior Apartments
Care types provided by this community
Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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.
Provides: Senior Apartments
Care types provided by this community
Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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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.
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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.
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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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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.
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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 Santa Maria, AZ

The average cost of senior living in Santa Maria is $3,924 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Goodyear, AZ with an average of $2,876 per month.

Independent living costs in Santa Maria, AZ, vs. nearby cities

Santa Maria, AZ
$3,924/mo
$3,884/mo

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

Santa Maria, AZ
$3,924/mo
$4,001/mo
U.S. national average
$4,247/mo

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

$4,770/mo
Independent Living
$3,924/mo

Independent living costs in Santa Maria, AZ, by floor plan type

Studio
$2,128/mo
1 Bedroom
$2,381/mo
2 Bedroom
$2,984/mo

Senior living costs in Santa Maria 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: Santa Maria, AZ
Column state: Arizona
Column national: U.S.
Community typeSanta Maria, AZArizonaU.S.
Independent Living$3,924/mo$4,001/mo$4,247/mo
Assisted Living$3,758/mo$3,966/mo$4,784/mo
Memory Care$4,770/mo$4,725/mo$5,056/mo
Independent Living
Santa Maria, AZ:$3,924/mo
Arizona:$4,001/mo
U.S.:$4,247/mo
Assisted Living
Santa Maria, AZ:$3,758/mo
Arizona:$3,966/mo
U.S.:$4,784/mo
Memory Care
Santa Maria, AZ:$4,770/mo
Arizona:$4,725/mo
U.S.:$5,056/mo
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Independent living costs in Santa Maria, AZ, over time

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

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Independent living cost trends in Santa Maria, AZ

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Santa Maria 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
Santa Maria, AZ$2,351/mo$2,732/mo-13.9%
Arizona$2,784/mo$2,810/mo-0.9%
National$3,257/mo$3,166/mo+2.9%
Santa Maria, AZ
2024 average cost:$2,351/mo
2023 average cost:$2,732/mo
Percent change:-13.9%
Arizona
2024 average cost:$2,784/mo
2023 average cost:$2,810/mo
Percent change:-0.9%
National
2024 average cost:$3,257/mo
2023 average cost:$3,166/mo
Percent change:+2.9%
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What families are saying about independent living in Santa Maria

Recent reviews for independent living in Santa Maria

Robson Reserve at Sun Lakes

5.0
Their meals were outstanding! We love love love The Renaissance! Unfortunately my mother-in-law couldn't get along with her neighbor so it was her problem, not the communities, but we decided to move her out. We're still sad that it didn't work out.

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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The Palazzo in Phoenix, AZ

4.4
People and staff are friendly and activities are great! My mom has been concerned about food quality lately and knows there have been meetings regarding overall impressions of food. I would recommend The Palazzo to others looking.

Santa Maria independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Santa Maria independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Santa Maria, 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 Santa Maria 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 Santa Maria partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
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Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
9.3%
20.9%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
11.1%
35.2%
No sugar
No sugar
11.1%
31.6%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
9.3%
34.3%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
3.7%
11.1%
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Availability of select dining options in Santa Maria 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 Santa Maria communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
7.4%
37.1%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
11.1%
44.3%
Room service
Room service
9.3%
37.7%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
5.6%
17.5%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Santa Maria 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 Santa Maria offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
13%
46%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
9.3%
28.9%
Community service programs
Community service programs
13%
33.8%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
16.7%
48.1%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
14.8%
49.6%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
18.5%
54.7%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
9.3%
43.8%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
11.1%
39.2%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
11.1%
42.6%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
14.8%
47.9%
Live performances
Live performances
14.8%
47.5%
Dances
Dances
11.1%
33.8%
Fitness center
Fitness center
9.3%
40.3%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
14.8%
47.2%
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LifeStream at Glendale, Glencroft Center For Modern Aging and Mera Westgate are the top-rated independent living facilities near Santa Maria, Arizona. See full list of communities.
There are 75 independent living facilities near Santa Maria, Arizona. See the full list.
The best independent living facilities near you in Santa Maria, Arizona are Oasis at Mesa Palms, LifeStream at Glendale and Atria Chandler Villas. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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