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The cost of independent living in Alhambra is about $4,443 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 116 options. Read 1057 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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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.
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Provides: Assisted 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.
Provides: Assisted 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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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Provides: Assisted 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.
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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.
Clara Park Village Apartments is affordable independent living community. The Mission of Clara Park Village Apartments is to provide quality housing and care at affordable prices in communities of caring persons. While our ministry has been targeted primarily toward older adults, we have special...
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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.
Huntington PlazaThe Huntington Plaza is an affordable senior housing community apartment home for ages 55 and over, situated in the tranquil town of Huntington Park, Los Angeles County, CA. The close proximity to restaurants, coffee shops, shopping districts, parks, entertainments and many more...
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Provides: Assisted 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.
LIVE life at Sunset Hall!!We are a nonprofit retirement center, founded in 1923. Assisted and Independent residents are welcome.Rates depend on the room size and location. Basic rates include assistance with medications, weekly laundry service, basic housekeeping, 3 meals per day, Sunset Hall...
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Provides: Assisted Living, 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.
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: 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.
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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.
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Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Nursing Homes
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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.
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.
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.
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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.
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Provides: Independent Living, Senior Apartments
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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.
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
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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.
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Provides: Assisted 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.
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.

Cost of independent living in Alhambra, CA

The average cost of senior living in Alhambra is $4,443 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include South Monrovia Island, CA with an average of $4,078 per month.

Independent living costs in Alhambra, CA, vs. nearby cities

Alhambra, CA
$4,443/mo

Independent living costs in Alhambra, CA, vs. state and national averages

Alhambra, CA
$4,443/mo
U.S. national average
$4,203/mo

Independent living costs in Alhambra, CA, vs. other senior living options

$5,046/mo
Independent Living
$4,443/mo

Independent living costs in Alhambra, CA, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$4,838/mo
Studio
$5,905/mo
1 Bedroom
$6,770/mo
2 Bedroom
$8,604/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$7,000/mo

Senior living costs in Alhambra 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: Alhambra, CA
Column state: California
Column national: U.S.
Community typeAlhambra, CACaliforniaU.S.
Independent Living$4,443/mo$4,697/mo$4,203/mo
Assisted Living$4,209/mo$4,503/mo$4,740/mo
Memory Care$5,046/mo$5,458/mo$5,004/mo
Independent Living
Alhambra, CA:$4,443/mo
California:$4,697/mo
U.S.:$4,203/mo
Assisted Living
Alhambra, CA:$4,209/mo
California:$4,503/mo
U.S.:$4,740/mo
Memory Care
Alhambra, CA:$5,046/mo
California:$5,458/mo
U.S.:$5,004/mo
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Independent living costs in Alhambra, CA, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly independent living costs have shifted over the past five years in Alhambra 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 Alhambra, CA

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Alhambra 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.
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Column cost2024: 2024 average cost
Column cost2023: 2023 average cost
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Location2024 average cost2023 average costPercent change
Alhambra, CA$4,876/mo$4,337/mo+12.4%
California$3,692/mo$3,585/mo+3.0%
National$3,246/mo$3,151/mo+3.0%
Alhambra, CA
2024 average cost:$4,876/mo
2023 average cost:$4,337/mo
Percent change:+12.4%
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2024 average cost:$3,692/mo
2023 average cost:$3,585/mo
Percent change:+3.0%
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2024 average cost:$3,246/mo
2023 average cost:$3,151/mo
Percent change:+3.0%
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What families are saying about independent living in Alhambra

Recent reviews for independent living in Alhambra

La Posada Assisted Living and Memory Care in Whittier, CA

5.0
Everything seems to rate a 10. With the exception of house cleaning. My sister notices when my mom's recliner is up there's stuff under it and around. As for myself when I've called about issues I haven't gotten a call back or I have to call again to have the director call me back. My ...
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Vista Del Mar Senior Living in Long Beach, CA

4.8
My Brother has been a resident of Vista del Mar Senior Living for nearly 3 years, and we were very happy with our choice. We had problems finding another Assisted Living facility in Culver City, and Vista del Mar was perfect. It has met all of my Brother's needs and he has been very happy ...
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Brookdale Gardens of Tarzana

5.0
I have no complaints about the care my mother has been receiving at this community. The housekeeping does a great job at keeping her bedroom nicely maintained as well as the rest of the building. The staff have been very friendly and are always attentive to her needs. I overall have been very ...
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Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Friendly and accommodating staff. Several reviews mention the kindness and helpfulness of the staff at various communities, such as Scholl Canyon Estates and The Villas By Astoria Park. Residents and their families appreciate the individualized attention and care provided by the staff members.
Delicious meals and dining experiences. Quality food is consistently mentioned as a highlight in reviews for communities like The Oaks of Pasadena, Scholl Canyon Estates, and The Terraces at Park Marino. Residents look forward to mealtimes and appreciate the accommodations made for dietary restrictions.
Wide range of activities. Activities are a key feature in many reviews, with residents and their families praising the variety of offerings at communities like The Oaks of Pasadena, The Villas By Astoria Park, and The Terraces at Park Marino. Activities include charades, bingo, cooking classes, and outings to local ...
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Thoroughly clean and well-maintained facilities. Reviews consistently mention cleanliness as a priority, with some commenting specifically on upkeep, whether it's for the private rooms or group areas. Communities like The Villas By Astoria Park, The Oaks of Pasadena, and The Terraces at Park Marino are praised for their well-maintained f ...
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Individualized care and attention. Residents and their families often report feeling assured by the individualized care provided at various communities, such as Scholl Canyon Estates, Astoria Park Senior Living, and The Terraces at Park Marino. Staff members make thoughtful adjustments to help make daily tasks easier and sa ...
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Comfortable and spacious living arrangements. Reviews for communities like The Oaks of Pasadena, The Villas By Astoria Park, and The Terraces at Park Marino express appreciation for the large, comfortable living spaces. Residents enjoy having ample room to personalize their apartments and invite guests.
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Alhambra independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Alhambra independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Alhambra, 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 Alhambra 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 Alhambra partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Alhambra, CANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
21.1%
20.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
29.5%
34.4%
No sugar
No sugar
28.4%
30.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
36.8%
33.6%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
10.5%
10.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Alhambra 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 Alhambra communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Alhambra, CANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
25.3%
36.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
28.4%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
29.5%
37%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
10.5%
17.2%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Alhambra 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 Alhambra offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Alhambra, CANational
Activity director
Activity director
31.6%
45.1%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
18.9%
28.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
18.9%
33%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
38.9%
47.5%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
35.8%
48.9%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
42.1%
54%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
28.4%
42.9%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
28.4%
38.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
27.4%
41.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
33.7%
47.1%
Live performances
Live performances
32.6%
46.8%
Dances
Dances
23.2%
33%
Fitness center
Fitness center
20%
39.5%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
33.7%
46.4%
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Frequently Asked Questions

Savant of Alhambra, The Villas By Astoria Park and Astoria Park Senior Living are the top-rated independent living facilities near Alhambra, California. See full list of communities.
There are 116 independent living facilities near Alhambra, California. See the full list.
The best independent living facilities near you in Alhambra, California are Nikkei Senior Gardens by Cogir, Sunrise of Yorba Linda and The Villas By Astoria Park. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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