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The cost of independent living in Folsom is about $4,360 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 59 options. Read 1381 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: Senior Apartments
Care types provided by this community
Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Provides: Senior Apartments
Care types provided by this community
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, 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 Oars at Greenback Lane is a community focused on promoting dignity and self-worth through stimulating group activities, wellness programs, and engagement in everyday life skills.
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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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Cost of independent living in Folsom, CA

The average cost of senior living in Folsom is $4,360 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Galt, CA with an average of $3,708 per month.

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

Folsom, CA
$4,360/mo

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

Folsom, CA
$4,360/mo
U.S. national average
$4,211/mo

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

$5,228/mo
Independent Living
$4,360/mo

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

Studio
$4,347/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,213/mo
2 Bedroom
$6,429/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$7,050/mo

Senior living costs in Folsom 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: Folsom, CA
Column state: California
Column national: U.S.
Community typeFolsom, CACaliforniaU.S.
Independent Living$4,360/mo$4,762/mo$4,211/mo
Assisted Living$4,266/mo$4,536/mo$4,752/mo
Memory Care$5,228/mo$5,534/mo$5,014/mo
Independent Living
Folsom, CA:$4,360/mo
California:$4,762/mo
U.S.:$4,211/mo
Assisted Living
Folsom, CA:$4,266/mo
California:$4,536/mo
U.S.:$4,752/mo
Memory Care
Folsom, CA:$5,228/mo
California:$5,534/mo
U.S.:$5,014/mo
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Independent living costs in Folsom, CA, over time

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

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Folsom 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
Folsom, CA$3,583/mo$3,427/mo+4.6%
California$3,684/mo$3,630/mo+1.5%
National$3,259/mo$3,168/mo+2.9%
Folsom, CA
2024 average cost:$3,583/mo
2023 average cost:$3,427/mo
Percent change:+4.6%
California
2024 average cost:$3,684/mo
2023 average cost:$3,630/mo
Percent change:+1.5%
National
2024 average cost:$3,259/mo
2023 average cost:$3,168/mo
Percent change:+2.9%
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What families are saying about independent living in Folsom

Recent reviews for independent living in Folsom

WellQuest of Granite Bay

4.2
The newness of the facility really stood out to us along with the variety of unit sizes they had available and the meal service.

Chateau On Capitol Avenue in Sacramento, CA

5.0
My 91 year old mother has been at Chateau on Capitol Ave. for about six months and has adapted well. She has made many new friends and is enjoying life there. The staff are very attentive and I'm impressed that every staff member calls her by name. It is a personal touch that I find endearing. ...
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Eskaton Cameron Park

4.3
We would recommend Eskaton based on overall quality of care and relative value compared to alternatives. Relative good "bang for the buck".

Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Beautifully landscaped, peaceful locations. Several reviews from El Dorado Estates, Revel Folsom, and The Terraces of Roseville highlight the scenic and calming environments of their respective communities, with mentions of peaceful surroundings, beautiful outdoor spaces, and walking paths.
Attentive and friendly staff. Reviews for Atria Rocklin, Park Folsom, and Revel Folsom praise the kindness and supportiveness of staff members, with residents expressing gratitude for their helpfulness and compassionate demeanor.
Affordable and flexible living options. According to The Crest at Citrus Heights, Park Folsom, and Atria Carmichael Oaks, some communities offer reasonable prices and various options for independent living, ensuring residents can find a suitable living arrangement that fits their budget.
Activity-rich community programs. Residents of Creekside Oaks Retirement Community, Revel Folsom, and Atria Rocklin enjoy the diverse range of activities their communities offer, such as exercise classes, games, and social events, which promote an active and engaged lifestyle.
Delicious and accommodating dining experiences. Reviews from Revel Folsom, Cogir of Stock Ranch Senior Living, and Creekside Oaks Retirement Community emphasize the importance of good food and individualized needs accommodations in their communities' dining programs.
Supportive and compassionate care for residents. Many reviews, including those from The Crest at Citrus Heights, Atria Rocklin, and Park Folsom, express appreciation for the attentiveness and care provided by staff to help residents with daily living needs and medical care when required.
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Folsom independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Folsom independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Folsom, 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 Folsom 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 Folsom partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Folsom, CANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
19.2%
20.6%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
51.9%
34.8%
No sugar
No sugar
48.1%
31.2%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
46.2%
33.9%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
23.1%
10.8%
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Availability of select dining options in Folsom 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 Folsom communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Folsom, CANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
50%
36.9%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
50%
43.8%
Room service
Room service
48.1%
37.3%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
32.7%
17.3%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Folsom 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 Folsom offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Folsom, CANational
Activity director
Activity director
51.9%
45.6%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
38.5%
28.5%
Community service programs
Community service programs
42.3%
33.4%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
59.6%
47.8%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
65.4%
49.2%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
61.5%
54.3%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
57.7%
43.4%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
55.8%
38.6%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
50%
42.2%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
55.8%
47.5%
Live performances
Live performances
61.5%
47.2%
Dances
Dances
36.5%
33.3%
Fitness center
Fitness center
34.6%
39.8%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
57.7%
46.8%
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Frequently Asked Questions

Revel Folsom, Oakmont of Folsom and Park Folsom are the top-rated independent living facilities near Folsom, California. See full list of communities.
There are 59 independent living facilities near Folsom, California. See the full list.
The best independent living facilities near you in Folsom, California are Ivy Park at Sacramento, Oakmont of Roseville and Atria El Camino Gardens. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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