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10 Best Independent Living Communities in Fountain Valley, CA

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The cost of independent living in Fountain Valley is about $4,717 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 621 options.

Read 13405 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. You may also consider nearby communities such as Torrance, Irvine and Long Beach.

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I toured Huntington for my mother, and overall, I think it was a very nice community. The rooms seemed a little secluded to me, and more apartment-like than in some other communities I had visited. My mom is...
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.
Huntington Retirement Hotel offers a luxurious home for our residents.  Tastefully decorated rooms and one bedroom suites, complete with kitchenettes, are available in a variety of sizes and decor.  We offer an elegant dining room and a variety of common areas for different...
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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: 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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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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I like living in this community. the staff has been helpful. this is a clean community with a good environment for care. They have activities but could use more for the residents. I like being able to cook...
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.
Thank you for your interest in our CommunityRiver Run is an affordable 55 or better Gated Senior Community located in the Beautiful City of Corona, California minutes to major shopping centers, freeway and curbside public transportation is conveniently available. Our community features three...
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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.
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.
Nestled in the heart of Torrance, this cozy, contemporary community offers city convenience with seaside charm. Pacific Inn features 134 premier, independent, full-serivce senior apartments. This three-story community is surrounded by more than two acres of meticulously manicured grounds and...
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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.
Vintage GardensVintage Gardens is a senior housing community located in West Covina, Los Angeles County, CA. Enjoy beautiful California weather all year and take in the beautiful backdrop of sunny California. Covina is also a great location for shopping, entertainment community activities, and...
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.
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: 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: 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
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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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All the staff that I have spoken to or interacted with has been professional and very helpful. I feel that my grandma will be safe and taken care of. The management staff has been outstanding.
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
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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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My Father has only been there for over one month, I can see that the Caregivers pay attention to the patients, and give them a lot of special attention, I have seen that with my Father, my Sisters feel that...
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.
Vista Cove at San Gabriel is an intimate and caring Assisted Living and Memory Care community. Our mission is to serve our residents with compassion and respect in an inviting setting; to promote their independence; and to care for their physical, medical and emotional well being. Our commitment...
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Since my mom has been here at the care and insight has been great. The community is very, very clean and nice. My mom's room is a good size for her with a nice bathroom and dining area. I would definitely...
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.
Atherton is an independent living community located in the gorgeous city of Alhambra, CA, which is situated in Los Angeles County. The city provides a wide variety of things to do and attractions to see, from the golf courses and farmer's markets in the area to art exhibitions, this city has it...
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The director is very wonderful. If there’s a problem they help us take care of it right away. They stay in touch with us. We’re out of state so the communication is really helpful! It’s been a really good...
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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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.

Cost of independent living in Fountain Valley, CA

The average cost of senior living in Fountain Valley is $4,717 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Riverside, CA with an average of $3,605 per month.

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

Fountain Valley, CA
$4,717/mo
U.S. national average
$3,520/mo

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

$7,629/mo
Independent Living
$4,717/mo

Independent living costs in Fountain Valley, CA, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$3,751/mo
Studio
$4,650/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,963/mo
2 Bedroom
$7,799/mo

Senior living costs in Fountain Valley 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: Fountain Valley, CA
Column state: California
Column national: U.S.
Community typeFountain Valley, CACaliforniaU.S.
Independent Living$4,717/mo$4,174/mo$3,520/mo
Assisted Living$6,338/mo$6,206/mo$5,830/mo
Memory Care$7,629/mo$7,329/mo$6,999/mo
Independent Living
Fountain Valley, CA:$4,717/mo
California:$4,174/mo
U.S.:$3,520/mo
Assisted Living
Fountain Valley, CA:$6,338/mo
California:$6,206/mo
U.S.:$5,830/mo
Memory Care
Fountain Valley, CA:$7,629/mo
California:$7,329/mo
U.S.:$6,999/mo
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Independent living costs in Fountain Valley, CA, over time

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

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Fountain Valley 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 average 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
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Location2024 average cost2023 average costPercent change
Fountain Valley, CA$4,630/mo$4,425/mo+4.6%
California$3,916/mo$3,864/mo+1.4%
National$3,416/mo$3,319/mo+2.9%
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2024 average cost:$4,630/mo
2023 average cost:$4,425/mo
Percent change:+4.6%
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2024 average cost:$3,916/mo
2023 average cost:$3,864/mo
Percent change:+1.4%
National
2024 average cost:$3,416/mo
2023 average cost:$3,319/mo
Percent change:+2.9%
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What families are saying about independent living in Fountain Valley

Recent reviews for independent living in Fountain Valley

Vista Del Mar Senior Living in Long Beach, CA

4.8
My Brother has been a resident of Vista del Mar Senior Living for nearly 3 years, and we were very happy with our choice. We had problems finding another Assisted Living facility in Culver City, and Vista del Mar was perfect. It has met all of my Brother's needs and he has been very happy ...
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Brookdale Gardens of Tarzana

5.0
I have no complaints about the care my mother has been receiving at this community. The housekeeping does a great job at keeping her bedroom nicely maintained as well as the rest of the building. The staff have been very friendly and are always attentive to her needs. I overall have been very ...
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Atria San Juan in San Juan Capistrano, CA

5.0
My Dad moved into Atria San Juan. The past year he has declined dramatically. Basically not doing anything at home. We moved him into a Studio. His life is back. He is out everyday. Sitting outside watching the golfers next door. Always sitting with other residents. Eating good meals. He lives ...
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Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Friendly and caring staff. Numerous reviews mention the kindness and helpfulness of the staff across various communities. For example, at Carmel Village, residents appreciate the friendly demeanor of the staff, and at Huntington Terrace, the director's involvement in activities and responsiveness is highlighted. At E ...
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Varied activities for socializing. Activities foster engagement and help residents build connections within their communities. Reviews for Brookdale Irvine and Merrill Gardens at Huntington Beach mention the diverse range of activities, from poetry and movies to poker nights and opera. At Carmel Village, residents enjoy dai ...
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Beautifully maintained facilities. Reviews consistently praise the cleanliness and overall upkeep of the communities, with Town and Country Manor, Coastal Heights Senior Living, and Emerald Court all mentioning the well-maintained facilities. At Brookdale Irvine, residents enjoy the comfortable apartments and the beautifu ...
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Helpful and accommodating staff. Several reviews highlight the staff's ability to accommodate residents' needs. At Town and Country Manor, the chef caters to dietary restrictions, and Coastal Heights Senior Living mentions the helpfulness of personnel care. At Emerald Court, the staff's timely response to maintenance requ ...
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Delicious dining experiences. Meals are a significant factor in residents' overall satisfaction with their communities. Reviews for Coastal Heights Senior Living, Emerald Court, and Rowntree Gardens mention the tasty food. At Coastal Heights Senior Living, residents also appreciate the variety of food choices and the ...
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Supportive living environment. Many reviews mention the sense of community and support that residents find within their communities. At Coastal Heights Senior Living, residents have made new friends, and Carmel Village mentions the welcoming atmosphere. At Park Plaza, the staff and residents create a family like environ ...
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Fountain Valley independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Fountain Valley independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Fountain Valley, 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 Fountain Valley 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 Fountain Valley partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Fountain Valley, CANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
26.9%
21.2%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
40.4%
35.7%
No sugar
No sugar
36.6%
32%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
40.9%
34.8%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
19%
11.7%
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Availability of select dining options in Fountain Valley 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 Fountain Valley communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Fountain Valley, CANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
34.9%
37.6%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
38.6%
44.8%
Room service
Room service
37.5%
38.2%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
21.3%
17.8%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Fountain Valley 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 Fountain Valley offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Fountain Valley, CANational
Activity director
Activity director
42.5%
46.5%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
26.7%
29.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
26.4%
34.2%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
45.7%
48.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
43.6%
50.1%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
50.1%
54.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
35.7%
44.2%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
31.1%
39.7%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
36.4%
43%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
41.9%
48.3%
Live performances
Live performances
41.2%
48.1%
Dances
Dances
27.7%
34.3%
Fitness center
Fitness center
26.2%
40.8%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
41.5%
47.6%
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Frequently Asked Questions

Carmel Village, Park View Estates Transitional Assisted Living and Memory Care and Villas At San Bernardino are the top-rated independent living facilities near Fountain Valley, California. See full list of communities.
There are 621 independent living facilities near Fountain Valley, California. See the full list.
The best independent living facilities near you in Fountain Valley, California are Villas At San Bernardino, Atria Golden Creek and Sunny Rose Senior Living. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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