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The cost of independent living in Emeryville is about $5,646 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 129 options. Read 683 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: 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.
In an optimal location in San Francisco, Conventry Park offers all the advantages of the City's wonderful culture, as well as all the benefits of an assisted living community. Conventry's Park community and services were designed to realize one single objective: for our residents to maintain...
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My mother went to adult day care there 5 days a week. Everyday was different. They had exercises in chairs, people come in and sing. They had a lot of activities like groups that came from Japan, girl scouts...
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.
The Kimochi Home Center for Seniors is located at 1531 Sutter Street (at Octavia) in San Francisco, California. Our specialty is providing culturally sensitive programs that are Japanese language based for seniors in the Bay Area and beyond. At the Kimochi Home the emphasis is upon maintaining...
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Unique assisted living center where 90% of the residents are Japanese or of Japanese descent. Kokoro provides both a Western and Japanese menu for each meal, as well as many Japanese cultural...
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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The staff are very supportive, and the residents are welcoming, friendly, and interesting. The community also has some wonderful events: concerts, movies, even a yearly drag show! Great health center too....
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.
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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
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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: 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.
Belen's Residential Care Home To speak with an advisor about this community call: (866) 344-4946 565 Grove St San Francisco, CA 94102 Assisted Living Independent Living About Belen's Residential Care Home Belen's Residential Care Home is an assisted living community in San Francisco, California....
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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: 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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Photo of Prince Hall Apartments
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: 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: 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: 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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Rhoda Goldman Plaza has changed my parents' lives very much for the better. The people are lovely and humorous, there are lectures, concerts and art classes. My father can do outside activities without...
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.
Rhoda Goldman Plaza is a vibrant assisted living community located within minutes of downtown San Francisco. Residents enjoy a comfortable apartment home, a wide selection of activities, three delicious kosher meals served daily in our dining room, weekly housekeeping and linen service and...
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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.
Merced Care - Three is a memory care provider and assisted living community located in San Francisco, County of San Francisco, California. With the year-round warm weather, the sandy beaches, and walking trails that lead to some of the most beautiful gardens and vegetation, you will feel like you...
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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.
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
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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.
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.
Photo of Moraga Royale
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.
Just minutes from Danville and Walnut Creek, this is the home you’ve been looking for -- a lifestyle that is comfortable, yet affordable. Nested among beautifully aged trees in a quiet neighborhood, most apartments offer a private balcony or patio- many with views of our enchanted gardens or...

Cost of independent living in Emeryville, CA

The average cost of senior living in Emeryville is $5,646 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include San Pablo, CA with an average of $5,475 per month.

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

Emeryville, CA
$5,646/mo
$5,660/mo
$5,672/mo

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

Emeryville, CA
$5,646/mo
U.S. national average
$4,160/mo

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

$6,231/mo
Independent Living
$5,646/mo

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

Semi-Private
$6,263/mo
Studio
$7,028/mo
1 Bedroom
$8,195/mo
2 Bedroom
$11,283/mo

Senior living costs in Emeryville 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: Emeryville, CA
Column state: California
Column national: U.S.
Community typeEmeryville, CACaliforniaU.S.
Independent Living$5,646/mo$4,698/mo$4,160/mo
Assisted Living$4,846/mo$4,504/mo$4,703/mo
Memory Care$6,231/mo$5,459/mo$4,954/mo
Independent Living
Emeryville, CA:$5,646/mo
California:$4,698/mo
U.S.:$4,160/mo
Assisted Living
Emeryville, CA:$4,846/mo
California:$4,504/mo
U.S.:$4,703/mo
Memory Care
Emeryville, CA:$6,231/mo
California:$5,459/mo
U.S.:$4,954/mo
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Independent living costs in Emeryville, CA, over time

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

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Emeryville 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.

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Column location: Location
Column cost2024: 2024 average cost
Column cost2023: 2023 average cost
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Location2024 average cost2023 average costPercent change
Emeryville, CA$4,501/mo$5,663/mo-20.5%
California$3,675/mo$3,502/mo+4.9%
National$3,222/mo$3,101/mo+3.9%
Emeryville, CA
2024 average cost:$4,501/mo
2023 average cost:$5,663/mo
Percent change:-20.5%
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 Emeryville

Recent reviews for independent living in Emeryville

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.

Rosemont Gardens in San Leandro, CA

5.0
Excellent caring staff. Clean place. My Auntie [name removed] is here. I visited from Anaheim California. My auntie Husband just passed away. My auntie looked beautiful and happy. I talked with staff and they were very professional

Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Competent, caring, and thoughtful staff. Reviews consistently praise the dedication and friendliness of staff members at various communities, such as Cardinal Point CCRC and The Heritage Downtown, ensuring a welcoming environment for residents.
Varied and enjoyable activities. Residents at Cardinal Point CCRC, The Heritage Downtown, and other communities appreciate the wide range of activities offered, from exercise classes to music-related events, which help keep them engaged and active.
Delicious and high-quality food. Reviews frequently highlight the importance of quality food in residents' overall satisfaction with their community, with several communities, including Cardinal Point CCRC and The Heritage Downtown, receiving praise for their dining experiences.
Well-maintained facilities and cleanliness. Reviews often emphasize the importance of cleanliness and upkeep, with residents at communities like Cardinal Point CCRC and The Heritage Downtown mentioning the well-maintained facilities and beautifully decorated common areas.
Welcoming and friendly community atmosphere. Many reviews mention the strong sense of community and friendly atmosphere at various communities, including Cardinal Point CCRC and The Heritage Downtown, where residents have formed lasting friendships and connections.
Thoughtful dining procedures and protocols. Reviews of communities like Cardinal Point CCRC mention the thorough and thoughtful dining procedures and protocols in place, making mealtimes enjoyable and comfortable experiences for residents.
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Emeryville independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Emeryville independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Emeryville, 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 Emeryville 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 Emeryville partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Emeryville, CANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
11.8%
20.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
20.6%
34.4%
No sugar
No sugar
17.6%
30.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
26.5%
33.6%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
7.8%
10.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Emeryville 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 Emeryville communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Emeryville, CANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
19.6%
36.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
23.5%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
23.5%
37%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
12.7%
17.2%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Emeryville 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 Emeryville offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Emeryville, CANational
Activity director
Activity director
23.5%
45.1%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
13.7%
28.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
14.7%
33%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
26.5%
47.5%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
24.5%
48.9%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
33.3%
54%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
20.6%
42.9%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
20.6%
38.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
22.5%
41.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
23.5%
47.1%
Live performances
Live performances
23.5%
46.8%
Dances
Dances
14.7%
33%
Fitness center
Fitness center
18.6%
39.5%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
23.5%
46.4%
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Frequently Asked Questions

Cardinal Point CCRC, The Heritage Downtown and Ivy Park at Cathedral Hill are the top-rated independent living facilities near Emeryville, California. See full list of communities.
There are 129 independent living facilities near Emeryville, California. See the full list.
The best independent living facilities near you in Emeryville, 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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