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The cost of independent living in Brentwood is about $5,370 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 10 options. Read 280 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 Cogir of Brentwood
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Love it, absolutely love, love all the people! Why? The way I've been treated and all the activities like Happy Hour today! I didn't have that all at home. I've made so many friends already.
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.
When you join our community in Brentwood, Calif., we’ll surround you with upscale residential beauty and the most plush comforts and conveniences you can find in assisted living. Our assisted living lifestyle provides all the independence you want and a helping hand when you need it. We can get...
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Photo of Merrill Gardens at Brentwood
2626 Photos available
9.2
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7 reviews
9.2
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7 reviews
5 star
71%
4 star
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3 star
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The things i like best are all the amenities that they have. So much to do if you want to do it. They can improve a 100% on food. It is approximately 95% bad. For the amount of rent that we pay, the food...
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.
You will love our community, located in the East Bay region of the San Francisco Bay area surrounded by a wide variety of things to enjoy. Our community is designed to meet your individual needs and give you the freedom to be yourself. We offer quality independent senior living and assisted...
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Photo of Brentwood Grove Senior Living
1010 Photos available
66 Floor plans available
8.4
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48 reviews
8.4
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48 reviews
5 star
35%
4 star
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3 star
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Westmont is the Best ! Give them a 5 on everything if I could I would give them better than 5. They really go above and beyond ensuring their clients are well taken care of . The food was so good , the place...
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.
Brentwood Grove Senior Living offers retirement living, assisted living, memory care, and respite care in Brentwood, California. We offer comfortable, attractive residences coupled with engaging activities and events so that you or your loved one is assured of well-being, attentive care and a...
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Photo of Quail Lodge Retirement Community
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44 Floor plans available
9.5
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45 reviews
9.5
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45 reviews
5 star
69%
4 star
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3 star
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The staff is friendly and knowledgeable, the food is delicious, and the residents seem happy and are welcoming to new neighbors
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.
At Quail Lodge, we offer a variety of community features. Residents can enjoy regular off-site adventures and excursions. Cats and dogs are allowed in private quarters. We offer free wi-fi. Free resident parking available at our location. All meals are provided to residents. Dining includes...
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Photo of The Commons at Dallas Ranch
1313 Photos available
77 Floor plans available
9.2
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65 reviews
9.2
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65 reviews
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50%
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I wish my mom would have agreed to go sooner to enjoy all they had to offer. We were actually looking forward to having meals there with her, as we heard there is an excellent chef! Everyone was very kind,...
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.
The Commons at Dallas Ranch, where elegance and excellence go hand in hand. The beautiful city of Antioch, California is located just east of the East Bay, within easy reach of the San Francisco Bay area and all its dining, cultural and, shopping attractions. Antioch is home to The Commons at...
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Photo of TreVista Senior Living at Antioch
1212 Photos available
44 Floor plans available
9.0
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43 reviews
9.0
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43 reviews
5 star
56%
4 star
21%
3 star
9%
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The staff and management is amazing. They are quick to respond if needed. The facility is very well kept and offer fun activities
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.
TreVista in Antioch is a vibrant, warm and welcoming community conveniently located in the East Bay area. Its location set back on a large, treed area of land makes it both convenient and a quiet, peaceful and beautiful place to call home. The community and grounds have recently undergone...
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Photo of Joy Senior Center
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1.0
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1.0
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What a blessing, I am so happy to consider The Joy Family Center as extended family, the staff consistently demonstrates outstanding care, patience , kindnesses and professionalism to all of the residents....
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.
Photo of Desired Peace Home Care
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.
5 star
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My dad is in this community and they are very attentive and very hands on. He is always out in the open interacting with people and not just sitting in his room. It is working out pretty well. They feed him...
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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Cost of independent living in Brentwood, CA

The average cost of senior living in Brentwood is $5,370 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Stockton, CA with an average of $3,707 per month.

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

Brentwood, CA
$5,370/mo
$5,209/mo
$5,955/mo

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

Brentwood, CA
$5,370/mo
U.S. national average
$4,203/mo

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

$6,074/mo
Independent Living
$5,370/mo

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

Semi-Private
$5,109/mo
Studio
$4,827/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,863/mo
2 Bedroom
$6,436/mo

Senior living costs in Brentwood 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: Brentwood, CA
Column state: California
Column national: U.S.
Community typeBrentwood, CACaliforniaU.S.
Independent Living$5,370/mo$4,697/mo$4,203/mo
Assisted Living$4,715/mo$4,503/mo$4,740/mo
Memory Care$6,074/mo$5,458/mo$5,004/mo
Independent Living
Brentwood, CA:$5,370/mo
California:$4,697/mo
U.S.:$4,203/mo
Assisted Living
Brentwood, CA:$4,715/mo
California:$4,503/mo
U.S.:$4,740/mo
Memory Care
Brentwood, CA:$6,074/mo
California:$5,458/mo
U.S.:$5,004/mo
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Independent living costs in Brentwood, CA, over time

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

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Brentwood 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
Brentwood, CA$4,047/mo$3,534/mo+14.5%
California$3,675/mo$3,502/mo+4.9%
National$3,222/mo$3,101/mo+3.9%
Brentwood, CA
2024 average cost:$4,047/mo
2023 average cost:$3,534/mo
Percent change:+14.5%
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 Brentwood

Recent reviews for independent living in Brentwood

Carlton Senior Living Concord

5.0
The facility is very nice, close to stores, shops, parks & movie theatre. Lots of good restaurants near by. However, food is provided here, sometimes people like to go out to a restaurant. They have a lot of activities to do, a nice variety.

Atria Park of Lafayette

5.0
All 5 stars. Atria Park of Lafayette is an excellent place. The caregivers were proactive in managing my moms medicines, all staff were very communicative with my family about my moms care. I would definitely recommend them to others looking.

Carlton Senior Living Pleasant Hill

5.0
I think they do a fantastic job at Carlton Senior Living! I helped find this place for a friend, and our experience has been a very good one. It's a beautiful facility, and the staff are all very kind, caring, and professional. They've got all sorts of activities, good food, and a great social ...
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Brentwood independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Brentwood independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Brentwood, 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 Brentwood 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 Brentwood partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Brentwood, CANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
11.1%
20.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
44.4%
34.4%
No sugar
No sugar
44.4%
30.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
66.7%
33.6%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
22.2%
10.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Brentwood 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 Brentwood communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Brentwood, CANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
55.6%
36.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
55.6%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
44.4%
37%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
44.4%
17.2%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Brentwood 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 Brentwood offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Brentwood, CANational
Activity director
Activity director
44.4%
45.1%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
22.2%
28.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
55.6%
33%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
77.8%
47.5%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
55.6%
48.9%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
55.6%
54%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
55.6%
42.9%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
55.6%
38.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
44.4%
41.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
66.7%
47.1%
Live performances
Live performances
55.6%
46.8%
Dances
Dances
55.6%
33%
Fitness center
Fitness center
33.3%
39.5%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
66.7%
46.4%
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Frequently Asked Questions

Cogir of Brentwood, Merrill Gardens at Brentwood and Brentwood Grove Senior Living are the top-rated independent living facilities near Brentwood, California. See full list of communities.
There are 10 independent living facilities near Brentwood, California. See the full list.
The best independent living facilities near you in Brentwood, California are The Heritage Downtown and Sunrise of Danville. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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