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The cost of independent living in Bear Valley Springs is about $2,580 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 13 options. Read 112 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 Ivy Park at San Lauren
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What we like the most about the community is the communication, level of care, and cleanliness. We would absolutely recommend Ivy Park to other families, I have seen positive changes in my dad's overall...
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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The facility was absolutely wonderful! It was very clean. So much attention to detail. The layout was amazingly ideal for my brother as he was a pacer and it was basically an enclosed oval. The staff was so...
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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Photo of Columbus Estates
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My dad had a good experience at Columbus Estates. Only complaint would be the strict dinner time when he was there. He had a good experience but just needed a bigger dinner window due to memory issues.
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.
Columbus Estates provides a fulfilling, independent lifestyle in a welcoming environment. Beautifully landscaped and with a neighborly atmosphere, Columbus Estates is nestled among the rolling hills of the San Joaquin Valley . We're just outside of Bakersfield and only a few hours from Los...
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They let me know exactly what I needed to place my Uncle. The other tenants seemed happy to be there. The property has the necessities for my Uncle to live comfortably. He has made friends and tells me 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.
Welcome to Pinewood Glen Retirement Community.We are conveniently located in Southwest Bakersfield with easy access to shopping,transportation,etc. Our community is committed to providing safe and affordable living to fit your day-to-day needs. This independent living retirement community will...
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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.
Redwood Senior Living in Bakersfield California is home to older adults seeking to live well in their later years. With services including short stays, assisted living, and Alzheimer’s care, Redwood Senior Living supports every aspect of senior care.At Redwood Senior Living, we are committed to...
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It's a wonderful place. The food is very good, loved the daily cupcakes they served each and every day. There was a weekly session were we acted out in skits for fun, and we would record them for later...
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: 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.
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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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So far so good. I would give them a three and a half or a four. They could be a little cleaner. They are very kind, and gracious. Beth and Alice are very nice. The staff here saves the day!
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.

Cost of independent living in Bear Valley Springs, CA

The average cost of senior living in Bear Valley Springs is $2,580 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Rowen, CA with an average of $2,771 per month.

Independent living costs in Bear Valley Springs, CA, vs. nearby cities

Bear Valley Springs, CA
$2,580/mo
$3,814/mo
$3,764/mo

Independent living costs in Bear Valley Springs, CA, vs. state and national averages

Bear Valley Springs, CA
$2,580/mo
U.S. national average
$4,203/mo

Independent living costs in Bear Valley Springs, CA, vs. other senior living options

$2,925/mo
Independent Living
$2,580/mo

Independent living costs in Bear Valley Springs, CA, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$4,348/mo
Studio
$4,478/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,289/mo
2 Bedroom
$4,246/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$3,569/mo

Senior living costs in Bear Valley Springs 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: Bear Valley Springs, CA
Column state: California
Column national: U.S.
Community typeBear Valley Springs, CACaliforniaU.S.
Independent Living$2,580/mo$4,697/mo$4,203/mo
Assisted Living$2,795/mo$4,503/mo$4,740/mo
Memory Care$2,925/mo$5,458/mo$5,004/mo
Independent Living
Bear Valley Springs, CA:$2,580/mo
California:$4,697/mo
U.S.:$4,203/mo
Assisted Living
Bear Valley Springs, CA:$2,795/mo
California:$4,503/mo
U.S.:$4,740/mo
Memory Care
Bear Valley Springs, CA:$2,925/mo
California:$5,458/mo
U.S.:$5,004/mo
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Independent living costs in Bear Valley Springs, CA, over time

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

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Bear Valley Springs 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
Bear Valley Springs, CA$2,404/mo$2,547/mo-5.6%
California$3,647/mo$3,425/mo+6.5%
National$3,174/mo$3,044/mo+4.3%
Bear Valley Springs, CA
2024 average cost:$2,404/mo
2023 average cost:$2,547/mo
Percent change:-5.6%
California
2024 average cost:$3,647/mo
2023 average cost:$3,425/mo
Percent change:+6.5%
National
2024 average cost:$3,174/mo
2023 average cost:$3,044/mo
Percent change:+4.3%
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What families are saying about independent living in Bear Valley Springs

Recent reviews for independent living in Bear Valley Springs

Pinewood Glen Retirement in Bakersfield, CA

4.5
[name removed], the manager is wonderful!! The units are clean and the staff is quite nice. [name removed]s is an absolute asset and we would recommend Pinewood Glen Retirement community to other families.

Ivy Park at San Lauren in Bakersfield, CA

4.0
I thought the facility was rated four out of five stars. It seemed comfortable there seem to be a nice area for dining and in a good location. The person I took the visit ended up going there.

The Pointe at Summit Hills in Bakersfield, CA

3.9
The Pointe at Summit Hills is really good for semi-assisted living needs. They treat their residents/patients like family. The entire staff from the receptionists, the servers and cooks, to the maintenance guys all know the residents by name. There are many activities for the residents to ...
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Bear Valley Springs independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Bear Valley Springs independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Bear Valley Springs, 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 Bear Valley Springs 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 Bear Valley Springs partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Bear Valley Springs, CANational
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
27.3%
34.4%
No sugar
No sugar
27.3%
30.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
27.3%
33.6%
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Availability of select dining options in Bear Valley Springs 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 Bear Valley Springs communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Bear Valley Springs, CANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
27.3%
36.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
27.3%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
36.4%
37%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
18.2%
17.2%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Bear Valley Springs 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 Bear Valley Springs offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Bear Valley Springs, CANational
Activity director
Activity director
27.3%
45.1%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
9.1%
28.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
27.3%
33%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
27.3%
47.5%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
45.5%
48.9%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
18.2%
54%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
27.3%
42.9%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
18.2%
38.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
18.2%
41.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
36.4%
47.1%
Live performances
Live performances
27.3%
46.8%
Dances
Dances
18.2%
33%
Fitness center
Fitness center
18.2%
39.5%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
27.3%
46.4%
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