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The cost of independent living in Mountain Center is about $3,596 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 204 options.

Read 6166 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 Palm Springs, Palm Desert and Hemet.

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Photo of Holiday Springs of Escondido
1717 Photos available
33 Floor plans available
9.3
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Honestly, I give Holiday The Springs of Escondido a 5 in all of those categories. My mom is very happy there. The whole staff goes out of their way to make it a great experience for the residents. I guess...
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.
Soak up the sun at The Springs of Escondido,a Holiday Retirement vibrant senior living community perfectly situated just 40 minutes from downtown San Diego with easy access to all north county beaches. You will be within 5 minutes of Palomar Medical Center and a variety of shopping and dining...
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Photo of Sun City Gardens
99 Photos available
22 Floor plans available
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I left [community removed] because my tent had increase to $[removed] a month. I now pay $[removed]a month. I did not expect to get the same quality in food or activities But the staff is very nice and they...
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.
Sun City Gardens is a peaceful and quaint community in a beautiful neighborhood of Menifee, California. Offering Independent Living, Assisted Living, and Memory Care options, Sun City's manicured grounds, sunny atmosphere, and inviting community are the perfect place to call home. Relax, unwind,...
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33 Floor plans available
9.3
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The difference in attitude and service in the dining room since we arrived in [Date Removed] has changed remarkably for the better Staff is kind, caring, and professional things that have made a difference:...
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.
Atria Palm Desert is a stylish pet-friendly independent and assisted living community just minutes from the exclusive boutiques, restaurants and galleries of El Paseo Drive. Featuring stunning mountain views, a heated pool, delicious meals served restaurant-style daily, and an exquisite barbecue...
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We brought my mother here and she was staying in the memory care side. The rooms are very nice, the staff take care of the laundry and housekeeping. There is a community cafeteria area and the food looks and...
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.
Wildwood Canyon Villa is the valley's premier Assisted Living and Memory Care Community. Offering a panoramic view of the San Bernardino Mountains, the Wildwood Canyon Villa vision is to provide distinctive living for older adults who value independence, yet also welcome the individualized...
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1717 Photos available
22 Floor plans available
9.2
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They charge for everything. For example, my mom needed them to put compression socks on her in the am and remove before bedtime. They redid her assessment and started charging her for it. Even though it is...
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.
Endless PossibilitiesWhen you decide to make your home at our assisted living community in Murrieta, California, you are embarking on a new adventure full of endless possibilities. You can enjoy a beautiful private apartment, spacious common rooms and a community calendar that is practically...
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Photo of Mission Commons
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88 Floor plans available
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Since experience arriving 5 months ago the have been remodeling everything. Some apps but mostly everything else When done it will be nice but now it can be annoying noise. Kitchen just got a new chef and...
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.
Constructed in a beautiful Spanish-style and nestled within the heart of Inland Empire in Southern California, you'll be delighted to call Mission Commons home. We're just minutes away from shopping, hospitals and doctors. Call today to schedule your personal tour and learn more about joining our...
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I feel the facility and staff are a good thing from what I've heard of other places. The room size is great. It has a has a normal size refrigerator. The bathroom is big and spacious. It's off of the...
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.
You’re going to love it at Everest at Oceanside. Enjoy the classic California beach community with warm, sandy beaches, historic wooden pier, and Cape Cod style harbor village. Live the laid-back lifestyle of the beach, close to a variety of stores, entertainment options, and great ways to enjoy...
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My grandma is currently residing at Yorkshire Village and she/we love it! [name removed] and staff are best in the business! Staff is Very attentive and caring, and the food is good too! We have tried other...
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.
Welcome to Yorkshire HouseAt Yorkshire, we will help you find the best living plan designed for you or your loved one. Whether they need Memory care, Assisted Living, Board and Care, Hospice Care and even Respite Care, we’re committed to providing the highest quality of life.Our MissionAt...
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We had an urgent situation to find a senior care home in Redlands for my sister. We contacted A Place for Mom and right from the initial phone consultation we were taken care of at the highest level of...
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.
Silver Leaf Senior Living is a Residential Care Facility for the Elderly, commonly known as an RCFE. Sometimes called Board and Care Homes or Senior Assisted Living Facilities, we provide 24-hour care and assistance with activities of daily living to our residents. Our qualified staff are trained...
Photo of The Carlotta
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We recently moved my stepfather into The Carlotta and he couldn't be happier. He is making new friends every day, he is interacting with the staff and enjoying his meals and the services provided to him. The...
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.
"The Carlotta is a premier senior living community offering world class living at its finest, with transcendent views of the desert valley. The location boasts tranquil rose and cactus gardens, lush landscaping and is only a short distance to the areas most popular attractions. At The Carlotta...
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Photo of Atria Rancho Mirage
88 Photos available
66 Floor plans available
9.1
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I have lived here for a year and it has been an amazing experience. I have come to love and care for the staff. The staff here are very helpful and friendly. I love the activities they provide here and the...
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.
Set in the beautiful Coachella Valley near golf courses and Agua Caliente Casino Resort Spa, Rancho Mirage Terrace – an Atria Senior Living community – helps older people enjoy a simplified lifestyle.This welcoming residence offers a selection of studio and one-bedroom apartments, most with a...
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Photo of Brookdale Sunwest Independent Living
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77 Floor plans available
9.1
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Brookdale is amazing. But so is "A Place for Mom." Without you we would still be searching. We love Brookdale Hemet so much. The staff are the most caring and friendly group of people. My brother in law...
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.
Do more of what you love. Maybe it’s time to let someone else do the dishes. Whether you’re looking for independent living, assisted living or memory care, our community in Hemet, California, has care options to meet your changing needs. You’ll have the lifestyle you want, plus care if you...
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Photo of Calavera Hills Senior Living
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Staff is very dedicated. Communicate with ma all the time. They assist residents with celebrating all holidays and send me pictures of my mom. Food is wonderful. Fresh cooked. Staff keeps residents active...
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.
If you’re living a mostly independent lifestyle, but you could use an extra hand with some of your day-to-day activities, our senior living community with both assisted living and memory care could be right for you. So go ahead and take an art class or join your friends for happy hour. We’ll take...
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Photo of Buena Vista Assisted Living
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I really enjoy living here. There are only about 50 residents and that makes it quite diverse. The staff are really caring and dedicated but turnover is an on going reality. Turnover with residents is also...
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.
People Belong TogetherIt’s what we all feel instinctively – and science backs it up. A growing body of research shows that those who live in a caring, connected environment enjoy greater health and well-being than those who are isolated or neglected. At Buena Vista, we are dedicated to creating...
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Photo of Atria Hacienda
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9.0
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The facility is great. My sister was not allowed to move in until she provided a form from a doctor saying she could live independently in the Assisted Living section. A doctor did sign it, my sister's...
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.
Residents at Atria Hacienda assisted living community enjoy the Bistro Grill for casual dining, a dedicated theater with cinema-style seating, a custom-designed fitness center, a luxurious spa, and an enhanced Life Guidance memory care neighborhood for residents with Alzheimer's or dementia. Our...
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Photo of Estancia del Sol
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55 Floor plans available
9.0
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There is no price for security... or shall we say it's a high price, but a luxury all the same. I feel great knowing mom is at Estancia Del Sol for several reasons. Knowing and trusting that your parent 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.
Estancia Del Sol, our picturesque senior living community in Corona, CA, is the perfect spot to enjoy the warm sunshine and blue skies of beautiful Southern California near the Santa Ana Mountains. Our gorgeous new community greets our Assisted Living, Short-Term Care, and Memory Care residents...
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Photo of Alta Vista Senior Living
99 Photos available
88 Floor plans available
9.0
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Our first impression of Alta Vista Senior Living was mixed but the more I saw and met the staff I became more comfortable with the overall facility. Of course the price was a big factor.
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.
Alta Vista Senior Living in Vista, California offers a thoughtfully designed community where every day is balanced between activity, relaxation, and comfort. From the moment you visit, you will notice the calm and purposeful planning that guides life here, ensuring residents enjoy both structure...
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Photo of Westmont of Riverside
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Experience was good the only thing was that the flooring to our rental was not cleaned or mopped before we moved in. The backyard area was also very dirty.
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.
For those seeking a vibrant community where residents know their neighbors and where you can live, work and play, then you belong at Westmont Village’s 150 acres of rolling hills, with hiking trails and incredible views.We offer a maintenance-free, active lifestyle like no other. With single...
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Photo of Rancho Vista Senior Living
99 Photos available
66 Floor plans available
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The staff there was extremely nice. The room was a good size. It was very clean. Cleanliness was a 5. I can't say much about the food since I wasn't there during those times. They did try to adapt to my dad....
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.
Located in Vista, California, Rancho Vista Senior Living offers a full continuum of care, including Independent Living, Assisted Living, and Memory Care, in a welcoming, home-like environment. Residents enjoy private and spacious apartments, thoughtfully designed common areas, and a variety of...
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Photo of Oakmont of Escondido Hills
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All 5 so far!!! I'm in a casita- it's pretty expensive, but it's also the reason I chose to move there. I love it! The main building and my Casita are very clean. The staff is extremely friendly and...
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.
Oakmont of Escondido Hills is a lovely retirement community set on a lush campus with beautiful views, industry-renowned dining, and an abundance of on-site amenities. We are also within walking distance of shopping, fine dining, the arts, and world-class entertainment. In our retirement...
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Photo of The Camelot
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The staff is amazing. [name removed] is kind and helpful, [name removed], the activities coordinator, keeps things fun and entertaining, and [name removed], the administrator, is extremely kind and caring....
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.
The Camelot provides a fulfilling, independent lifestyle in a welcoming environment. Nestled in the heart of Hemet, you'll love your tastefully elegant new home in one of the fastest growing counties in the US. We're close to shopping, healthcare, dining and wonderful regional attractions.
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Photo of Manzanita Village
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Staff is very friendly. Dad is very happy with the meals and activities. He particularly likes the games and outings to go shopping. Manzanita is very clean. Studio apartment is a bit tight but we were able...
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.
Located on a brilliantly landscaped, 7.9 acre campus in the heart of Moreno Valley, California, just a few miles from Lake Perris State Recreation Area, rests Manzanita Village, where we offer independent and assisted living as well as memory care services. Our pet-friendly, resort-style...
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Magnolia Grand is an outstanding senior living facility! The building is always impeccably clean, and the bright, cheerful atmosphere truly reflects the happiness of its residents.
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.
Magnolia Grand is a senior living community situated in the sunny city of Riverside, California. Riverside is the county seat of Riverside County and is located beside the Santa Ana River. It is known for its dynamic arts and culture scene and is home to several museums, including the California...
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Clean, attractive public areas. Art work in the hallways with each floor and wing having a different mood or theme. My studio apartment and balcony are spacious with big windows and a beautiful view....
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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Photo of Gardens at Escondido
99 Photos available
55 Floor plans available
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The staff is awesome its very clean. The staff is attentive. I would recommend them to others who are searching for care for their loved one.
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.
Located just 35 miles north of San Diego, Gardens at Escondido offers a perfect blend of small-town charm and big city buzz for active older adults. Our purposefully designed indoor and outdoor spaces encourage a relaxed, healthy lifestyle. Local outings to Gardens at Escondido's historic...
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Cost of independent living in Mountain Center, CA

The average cost of senior living in Mountain Center is $3,596 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Idyllwild-Pine Cove, CA with an average of $3,596 per month.

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

Mountain Center, CA
$3,596/mo
U.S. national average
$3,520/mo

Independent living costs in Mountain Center, CA, vs. other senior living options

$6,302/mo
Independent Living
$3,596/mo

Independent living costs in Mountain Center, CA, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$2,880/mo
Studio
$3,683/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,453/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,592/mo

Senior living costs in Mountain Center 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: Mountain Center, CA
Column state: California
Column national: U.S.
Community typeMountain Center, CACaliforniaU.S.
Independent Living$3,596/mo$4,174/mo$3,520/mo
Assisted Living$5,609/mo$6,206/mo$5,830/mo
Memory Care$6,302/mo$7,329/mo$6,999/mo
Independent Living
Mountain Center, CA:$3,596/mo
California:$4,174/mo
U.S.:$3,520/mo
Assisted Living
Mountain Center, CA:$5,609/mo
California:$6,206/mo
U.S.:$5,830/mo
Memory Care
Mountain Center, CA:$6,302/mo
California:$7,329/mo
U.S.:$6,999/mo
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Independent living costs in Mountain Center, CA, over time

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

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Mountain Center 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
Column percentChange: Percent change
Location2024 average cost2023 average costPercent change
Mountain Center, CA$3,549/mo$3,458/mo+2.6%
California$3,916/mo$3,864/mo+1.4%
National$3,416/mo$3,319/mo+2.9%
Mountain Center, CA
2024 average cost:$3,549/mo
2023 average cost:$3,458/mo
Percent change:+2.6%
California
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 Mountain Center

Recent reviews for independent living in Mountain Center

Crestview Villa in Escondido, CA

5.0
My mom really liked Crest View Manor. It has a great staff and is very clean. I would definitely recommend Crest View Manor to anyone. They were great. Unfortunately my mom was there during Covid, so there wasn't too much activities taking place. But it was a great facility.

Marama in Vista, CA

4.8
Took extremely good care of my mom there. Very kind and loving and caring lots of communication with us in our family and it was unbelievably clean. Wonderful food was served and snacks .if you're looking for a safe place for your family member highly suggest this home. It was a blessing for ...
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Desert Skys Board and Care in Indio, CA

4.5
I feel really good about the service of Desert Sky's Board and Care, inc. for facility Desert Sky's Board and Care. They have great service, the administrator Nenita Koch and staff are taking such great care of my grandmother. My grandmother is non-ambulatory from a stroke and after her rehab ...
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Mountain Center independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Mountain Center independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Mountain Center, 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 Mountain Center 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 Mountain Center partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Mountain Center, CANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
22.1%
21.2%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
42.2%
35.7%
No sugar
No sugar
39.7%
32%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
41.7%
34.8%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
18.6%
11.7%
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Availability of select dining options in Mountain Center 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 Mountain Center communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Mountain Center, CANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
35.3%
37.6%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
39.7%
44.8%
Room service
Room service
41.7%
38.2%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
23%
17.8%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Mountain Center 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 Mountain Center offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Mountain Center, CANational
Activity director
Activity director
43.1%
46.5%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
36.3%
29.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
31.9%
34.2%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
47.1%
48.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
49.5%
50.1%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
49.5%
54.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
40.7%
44.2%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
39.2%
39.7%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
38.2%
43%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
45.1%
48.3%
Live performances
Live performances
46.1%
48.1%
Dances
Dances
33.3%
34.3%
Fitness center
Fitness center
27%
40.8%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
46.6%
47.6%
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Frequently Asked Questions

Villas At San Bernardino, Sunny Rose Senior Living and Wildomar Senior Assisted Living are the top-rated independent living facilities near Mountain Center, California. See full list of communities.
There are 204 independent living facilities near Mountain Center, California. See the full list.
The best independent living facilities near you in Mountain Center, California are Villas At San Bernardino, Sunny Rose Senior Living and Regency Fallbrook. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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