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10 Best Independent Living Communities in Barstow, CA

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The cost of independent living in Barstow is about $3,020 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 11 options. Read 314 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 Sierra Vista Independent and Assisted Living
1818 Photos available
44 Floor plans available
9.5
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56 reviews
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5 for all of them!!!!! I like that it was small - like a family. We really appreciate the fact that the staff came in to say goodbye on her last day. They really cared about her and we would absolutely...
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.
Located in the thriving High Desert community of Victorville, California, Sierra Vista Independent & Assisted Living is a full-service, resort-style retirement community. Sierra Vista Independent & Assisted Living is close to major shopping malls, three hospitals and the best medical offices and...
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Photo of Sterling Inn
1414 Photos available
66 Floor plans available
9.4
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77 reviews
9.4
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77 reviews
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I don't know how much this helps but my score on the administration was affected by the fact that they've had a lot of turn over and have been making changes which are hard for the elderly. The jury is still...
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.
Located in Victorville, just 70 miles northeast of Los Angeles in the High Dessert, Sterling Inn is a blended community offering Independent and Assisted Living. This setting provides a continuum of care that may allow residents to age in place in their familiar surroundings. Comfort and...
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Photo of Solstice at Apple Valley
1919 Photos available
44 Floor plans available
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9.4
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9.4
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66 reviews
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Good all around - it was good except for the home care nurses that we had. The size of the apartment was great. The location was great. Our family experience was not that good. When it comes to the nurses...
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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Photo of Whispering Winds of Apple Valley Assisted Living and Memory Care
2323 Photos available
1212 Floor plans available
9.2
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79 reviews
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I have been visiting Whispering Winds since 2011. I found the staff helpful pleasant people. The staff has a good repairs with the residents and makes them so comfortable as positive. The worker is always...
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.
Whispering Winds of Apple Valley Assisted Living is located at the southern edge of the Mojave Desert, with views of both the San Gabriel and San Bernardino Mountains. We enjoy close to perfect weather year-round and are conveniently nearby by many shops, restaurants and parks.Our community's...
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28 reviews
7.8
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I would recommend the independent living to a friend or any person that asked. I have referred two people. Very peaceful area clean and office personnel are very welcoming, pleasant and informative.
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.
Foremost Senior Campus assisted living community located in Hesperia, San Bernardino County, California provides a caring environment for seniors who are looking for memory care services and a safe place to call home. Hesperia has much to offer to residents and visitors, including its own...
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.
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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: 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.
Mountain Meadows in Big Bear Lake offers a fresh concept in affordable housing for seniors 62 and over. Our floor plan and community features are designed with comfort, convenience, and independence in mind. Mountain Meadows features contemporary one bedroom apartment homes. Lush Landscaping,...
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Cost of independent living in Barstow, CA

The average cost of senior living in Barstow is $3,020 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Hutt, CA with an average of $3,020 per month.

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

Barstow, CA
$3,020/mo

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

Barstow, CA
$3,020/mo
U.S. national average
$4,203/mo

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

$4,523/mo
Independent Living
$3,020/mo

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

Semi-Private
$3,643/mo
Studio
$3,715/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,362/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,542/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$5,200/mo

Senior living costs in Barstow 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: Barstow, CA
Column state: California
Column national: U.S.
Community typeBarstow, CACaliforniaU.S.
Independent Living$3,020/mo$4,697/mo$4,203/mo
Assisted Living$3,233/mo$4,503/mo$4,740/mo
Memory Care$4,523/mo$5,458/mo$5,004/mo
Independent Living
Barstow, CA:$3,020/mo
California:$4,697/mo
U.S.:$4,203/mo
Assisted Living
Barstow, CA:$3,233/mo
California:$4,503/mo
U.S.:$4,740/mo
Memory Care
Barstow, CA:$4,523/mo
California:$5,458/mo
U.S.:$5,004/mo
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Independent living costs in Barstow, CA, over time

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

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Barstow 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
Barstow, CA$3,309/mo$2,917/mo+13.5%
California$3,675/mo$3,502/mo+4.9%
National$3,222/mo$3,101/mo+3.9%
Barstow, CA
2024 average cost:$3,309/mo
2023 average cost:$2,917/mo
Percent change:+13.5%
California
2024 average cost:$3,675/mo
2023 average cost:$3,502/mo
Percent change:+4.9%
National
2024 average cost:$3,222/mo
2023 average cost:$3,101/mo
Percent change:+3.9%
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What families are saying about independent living in Barstow

Recent reviews for independent living in Barstow

Sterling Inn in Victorville, CA

4.0
Even though it is expensive just looking at the figures. Considering I have no utilities and food is provided. It is a great deal. Yes, we would recommend this community to other families based on the experience so far.

Whispering Winds of Apple Valley Assisted Living and Memory Care

4.9
The establishment has been great. The lookers are very friendly and helpful. I would recommend this place to all I am very happy here.

Solstice at Apple Valley

5.0
My grandmother lives here, and one of my older friends lives here with her dog It’s a beautiful place everyone is so friendly and welcoming. They do really fun activities for the residents and their families.

Barstow independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Barstow independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Barstow, 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 Barstow 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 Barstow partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Barstow, CANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
25%
20.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
62.5%
34.4%
No sugar
No sugar
50%
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 Barstow 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 Barstow communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Barstow, CANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
37.5%
36.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
50%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
37.5%
37%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
12.5%
17.2%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Barstow 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 Barstow offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Barstow, CANational
Activity director
Activity director
50%
45.1%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
25%
28.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
25%
33%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
62.5%
47.5%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
75%
48.9%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
62.5%
54%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
50%
42.9%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
37.5%
38.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
50%
41.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
50%
47.1%
Live performances
Live performances
62.5%
46.8%
Dances
Dances
25%
33%
Fitness center
Fitness center
50%
39.5%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
62.5%
46.4%
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Sierra Vista Independent and Assisted Living, Sterling Inn and Solstice at Apple Valley are the top-rated independent living facilities near Barstow, California. See full list of communities.
There are 11 independent living facilities near Barstow, California. See the full list.
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