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The cost of independent living in Fairfield is about $4,963 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 10 options. Read 255 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 The Village at Rancho Solano
2222 Photos available
77 Floor plans available
8.6
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59 reviews
8.6
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59 reviews
5 star
44%
4 star
22%
3 star
14%
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12%
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8%
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I only had good interactions with the staff, but it was my husband who contacted them and visited his brother. We would recommend to others.
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.
The Village at Rancho Solano is an assisted living and memory care community in Fairfield, California. Our community is tucked into the rolling hills of Solano County's wine country, boasting breathtaking views and stunning sunsets. Our residents and their families take advantage of our coveted...
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Photo of Ivy Park at Rockville
55 Photos available
8.4
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20 reviews
8.4
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20 reviews
5 star
45%
4 star
35%
3 star
5%
2 star
15%
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0%
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There is a lot of activity options for the residents to participate in and the staff have quick response times to requests. I would recommend this community to other families, I toured all other similar...
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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Photo of Paramount House Senior LivingCommunity card badge
1515 Photos available
55 Floor plans available
9.9
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56 reviews
9.9
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56 reviews
5 star
57%
4 star
30%
3 star
9%
2 star
0%
1 star
4%
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I like that the staff is the best the lead med tech is the best and the community relations director always been expecting to talk to my kids about Minecraft.
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.
At the Paramount House in Vacaville, California, our residents enjoy a carefree lifestyle supported by caring staff members and quality living options. There are two types of housing available at our center, assisted living for those who wish to live independently with added support and a memory...
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Photo of Cogir of Vacaville Senior Living
2222 Photos available
55 Floor plans available
Pricing promotion expiring soon
8.8
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32 reviews
8.8
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32 reviews
5 star
63%
4 star
34%
3 star
0%
2 star
0%
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3%
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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.
Cogir of Vacaville is an independent and assisted living community in Vacaville, California. The community features widespread trees and multicolored flowers that contrast the neutral colors of the building to offer a nice balance between comfort and vibrancy. Extensive services and amenities are...
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1717 Photos available
8.8
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24 reviews
8.8
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24 reviews
5 star
59%
4 star
33%
3 star
4%
2 star
0%
1 star
4%
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The experience has been overall positive from the start. From the office staff to the personal care team, the social activities team to the dining and kitchen staff everyone has contributed to the smooth...
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.
Cornerstone Assisted Living is a senior community located in a picturesque residential area of northern California. Located in a rich valley, Cornerstone enjoys a luxurious view of the soaring Napa Mountain Range. Convenient access to both a major highway and the nearby Sacramento International...
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Photo of Magnolia Court
77 Photos available
8.6
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62 reviews
8.6
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62 reviews
5 star
41%
4 star
37%
3 star
13%
2 star
3%
1 star
6%
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Overall, the majority of the caregivers, med techs and other staff members are very kind and caring. The current activities directors are fun and they do have fun celebrations. I personally feel they have a...
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.
Assisted Living and Memory Care support services for seniors. Our all-inclusive residential and care services include 24/7 staffing, three chef-prepared meals daily, weekly housekeeping, social and wellness activities, and transportation to shopping, social outings and appointments. Our...
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I currently live in an independent living apartment. I am very pleased with the condition of my apartment, the friendliness of the staff and the quality of the food. There is a lot to do here. I feel secure...
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.
Paradise Valley Estates is a 76-acre, nonprofit Life Plan Community that welcomes people age 60 and older from all walks of life. Our neighborhood, founded by military officers in 1997 and now open to others as well, is a place to enjoy your next chapter with the greatest peace of mind.The master...
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25 reviews
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5 on all questions. They provided great care and were always professional. Yes, we would recommend Greenhills Care Home to other families based on the experience so far and already have several times to...
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.
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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.
Photo of Quail Creek Assisted Living
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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.
Quail Creek is a boutique style assisted living community of 40 one-bedroom apartments, located in Paradise Valley Estates, a private, gated continuing care retirement community. Our all-inclusive monthly fee makes expenses predictable and includes many services that others add as extras. We also...
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Cost of independent living in Fairfield, CA

The average cost of senior living in Fairfield is $4,963 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include University of California-Davis, CA with an average of $3,903 per month.

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

Fairfield, CA
$4,963/mo
$4,754/mo

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

Fairfield, CA
$4,963/mo
U.S. national average
$4,203/mo

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

$5,599/mo
Independent Living
$4,963/mo

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

Semi-Private
$5,069/mo
Studio
$4,604/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,938/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,919/mo

Senior living costs in Fairfield 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: Fairfield, CA
Column state: California
Column national: U.S.
Community typeFairfield, CACaliforniaU.S.
Independent Living$4,963/mo$4,697/mo$4,203/mo
Assisted Living$4,048/mo$4,503/mo$4,740/mo
Memory Care$5,599/mo$5,458/mo$5,004/mo
Independent Living
Fairfield, CA:$4,963/mo
California:$4,697/mo
U.S.:$4,203/mo
Assisted Living
Fairfield, CA:$4,048/mo
California:$4,503/mo
U.S.:$4,740/mo
Memory Care
Fairfield, CA:$5,599/mo
California:$5,458/mo
U.S.:$5,004/mo
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Independent living costs in Fairfield, CA, over time

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

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Fairfield 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
Fairfield, CA$3,975/mo$4,224/mo-5.9%
California$3,585/mo$3,362/mo+6.6%
National$3,151/mo$2,978/mo+5.8%
Fairfield, CA
2024 average cost:$3,975/mo
2023 average cost:$4,224/mo
Percent change:-5.9%
California
2024 average cost:$3,585/mo
2023 average cost:$3,362/mo
Percent change:+6.6%
National
2024 average cost:$3,151/mo
2023 average cost:$2,978/mo
Percent change:+5.8%
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What families are saying about independent living in Fairfield

Recent reviews for independent living in Fairfield

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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Fairfield independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Fairfield independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Fairfield, 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 Fairfield 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 Fairfield partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Fairfield, CANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
55.6%
20.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
77.8%
34.4%
No sugar
No sugar
66.7%
30.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
66.7%
33.6%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
44.4%
10.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Fairfield 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 Fairfield communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Fairfield, CANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
66.7%
36.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
77.8%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
66.7%
37%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
55.6%
17.2%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Fairfield 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 Fairfield offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Fairfield, CANational
Activity director
Activity director
88.9%
45.1%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
44.4%
28.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
33.3%
33%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
66.7%
47.5%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
77.8%
48.9%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
88.9%
54%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
77.8%
42.9%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
66.7%
38.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
66.7%
41.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
77.8%
47.1%
Live performances
Live performances
77.8%
46.8%
Dances
Dances
44.4%
33%
Fitness center
Fitness center
11.1%
39.5%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
77.8%
46.4%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%
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