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The cost of independent living in La Crescenta is about $4,666 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 87 options. Read 1114 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
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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.
Castle View Retirement Estates Castle View Retirement Estate is an assisted living community based in beautiful Pasadena, CA. This community is surrounded by lush trees and wooded areas, leaving nature to greet our residents at every turn. Pasadena is one of the most scenic, residential areas in...
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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.
Garfield Care Garfield Care Center is a large assisted living community that is located in Pasadena, CA. The community consists of apartment living style homes. With Garfield Care Center, you get all the perks of living in the big city but you get your own little community environment. At...
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: 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.
Victor Royale Adult living is an assisted living community in the lovely town of Glendale, CA. This beautiful community is situated within Los Angeles county, within easy driving distance of both the ocean and the mountains. Glendale is a great place to live with average temperatures in the 70s...
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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.
Photo of Villa Piedra Apartments
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.
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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.
Designed for active, independent senior lifestyles of today, Park Avenue Senior Apartments offer a collection of spacious apartments with top of the line amenities.Park Avenue Senior Apartments are located in the heart of the City of Burbank. Near shopping, transportation and entertainment, it is...
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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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It's a very exclusive place, but the staff is wonderful and the amenities are excellent. Parking is a bit of a hassle.
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.
Beauty. Art. History. And tradition. These are the hallmarks of Pasadena, one of California’s true gems. In the heart of this dynamic city is a place where you can renew your passion for culture and community every day. Welcome to Villa Gardens – Pasadena’s choice for premier full-service...
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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 FountainGlen at Pasadena
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 FountainGlen at Pasadena Active Independent Apartment Living FountainGlen at Pasadena is nestled in the downtown Playhouse District of Pasadena designed for the active lifestyle of adults aged 55 plus…Easy access to Gold line Rapid transit systemGrocery stores and...
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This is a larger community that offers my mom more movement. They have 24 staffing at the main door. They have surveillance cameras and I have peace of mind that she will not wander off. The community is...
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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Overall they do a good job here. The staff are all very friendly, and they do their best to make sure all of the residents are comfortable and cared for. However I do have some concerns when it comes to...
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.
Prospect ManorThe beautiful campus of Prospect Manor Assisted Living Community can be found in Pasadena, California. Located just over six miles from Los Angeles, the city of Pasadena has a quaint look that is known for its unique businesses, stunning homes, and quality schools. This small town...
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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, 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.
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
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: 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 Four Seasons Assisted Living
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.
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Good value coupled with a kind and attentive staff. My 84 yo mother has been a resident for 2 years and has enjoyed her stay. During spring months we enjoy sitting in the lovely interior courtyard or...
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.
Royal Bellingham is one of the finest European style assisted and retirement living facilities in the valley. Our warm and courteous staff treat each resident with dignity and respect.An elegant dining room with three restaurant style prepared meals.Tastefully decorated room available in a...

Cost of independent living in La Crescenta, CA

The average cost of senior living in La Crescenta is $4,666 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Bradbury, CA with an average of $3,998 per month.

Independent living costs in La Crescenta, CA, vs. nearby cities

La Crescenta, CA
$4,666/mo

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

La Crescenta, CA
$4,666/mo
U.S. national average
$4,203/mo

Independent living costs in La Crescenta, CA, vs. other senior living options

$5,291/mo
Independent Living
$4,666/mo

Independent living costs in La Crescenta, CA, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$4,762/mo
Studio
$5,944/mo
1 Bedroom
$7,519/mo
2 Bedroom
$9,536/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$7,000/mo

Senior living costs in La Crescenta 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: La Crescenta, CA
Column state: California
Column national: U.S.
Community typeLa Crescenta, CACaliforniaU.S.
Independent Living$4,666/mo$4,697/mo$4,203/mo
Assisted Living$4,412/mo$4,503/mo$4,740/mo
Memory Care$5,291/mo$5,458/mo$5,004/mo
Independent Living
La Crescenta, CA:$4,666/mo
California:$4,697/mo
U.S.:$4,203/mo
Assisted Living
La Crescenta, CA:$4,412/mo
California:$4,503/mo
U.S.:$4,740/mo
Memory Care
La Crescenta, CA:$5,291/mo
California:$5,458/mo
U.S.:$5,004/mo
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Independent living costs in La Crescenta, CA, over time

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

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in La Crescenta 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
La Crescenta, CA$4,964/mo$4,317/mo+15.0%
California$3,675/mo$3,502/mo+4.9%
National$3,222/mo$3,101/mo+3.9%
La Crescenta, CA
2024 average cost:$4,964/mo
2023 average cost:$4,317/mo
Percent change:+15.0%
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 La Crescenta

Recent reviews for independent living in La Crescenta

La Posada Assisted Living and Memory Care in Whittier, CA

5.0
Everything seems to rate a 10. With the exception of house cleaning. My sister notices when my mom's recliner is up there's stuff under it and around. As for myself when I've called about issues I haven't gotten a call back or I have to call again to have the director call me back. My ...
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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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Terraza of Cheviot Hills Assisted Living in Los Angeles, CA

4.0
It has been a really good overall positive experience. They are really good at following up with me and letting me know how brother is doing. Meal preparations are really good as well. The house-keeping and laundry services are very good as well. The one thing that they can improve on is ...
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Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Friendly and accommodating staff. Many reviews mention the kindness and attentiveness of the staff in various communities. At Hollywood Hills Senior Living, the staff went above and beyond to help during the application process, answering questions and providing support. In addition, at The Gardens at Park Balboa, the staff ...
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Delicious meals and food options. Quality meals are a common theme among reviews, with residents praising the variety and taste at communities like The Villas By Astoria Park and The Terraces at Park Marino. Some reviews mention specific dishes they enjoy, such as fish and chicken teriyaki, while others appreciate the accomm ...
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Clean and well-maintained facilities. Reviews consistently highlight the cleanliness and upkeep of the communities, with mentions of pristine rooms and common areas at The Villas By Astoria Park and The Terraces at Park Marino. Residents also appreciate the attention to detail in maintaining the gardens and outdoor spaces.
Engaging and diverse activities. Residents find joy in the wide range of activities offered at communities, from arts and crafts classes at The Terraces at Park Marino to chair volleyball and karaoke at The Gardens at Park Balboa. These offerings help keep residents active and socially engaged.
Individualized care and accommodations. Several reviews mention the accommodating nature of staff at various communities, such as The Gardens at Park Balboa, where quick adjustments and personalized care are made to enhance the living experience for residents.
Welcoming and friendly community atmosphere. Reviews often mention the warm and inviting atmosphere at communities, with residents describing their fellow residents as friendly and welcoming. This sense of community is a major draw for many residents and their families.
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La Crescenta independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in La Crescenta independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in La Crescenta, 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 La Crescenta 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 La Crescenta partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
La Crescenta, CANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
28.2%
20.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
39.4%
34.4%
No sugar
No sugar
36.6%
30.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
40.8%
33.6%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
16.9%
10.5%
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Availability of select dining options in La Crescenta 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 La Crescenta communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
La Crescenta, CANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
31%
36.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
32.4%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
33.8%
37%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
8.5%
17.2%
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Availability of select programs and activities in La Crescenta 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 La Crescenta offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
La Crescenta, CANational
Activity director
Activity director
38%
45.1%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
18.3%
28.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
18.3%
33%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
42.3%
47.5%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
42.3%
48.9%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
46.5%
54%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
33.8%
42.9%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
31%
38.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
29.6%
41.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
39.4%
47.1%
Live performances
Live performances
40.8%
46.8%
Dances
Dances
28.2%
33%
Fitness center
Fitness center
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39.5%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
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46.4%
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