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10 Best Independent Living Communities in North Clairemont, CA

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The cost of independent living in North Clairemont is about $4,652 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 44 options. Read 642 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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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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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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This community is great for me as it is close to the ocean and within walking distance to La Jolla Village. The staff are friendly and helpful. The food is good and they offer a good variety. The community...
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.
Casa de Manana is luxury for less than you might think…..A no entrance fee policy allows you to invest or enjoy your savings. Casa de Manana’s reasonable monthly fee covers meals, housekeeping, linens, home maintenance and all utilities (except telephone and cable TV). There is an on-site health...
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Provides: Independent Living, Senior Apartments
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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.
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.
With so many distinctive features, the simple elegance of Santa Fe Villas offers the ideal combination of stylish comfort, conveniences and detailed custom amenities.Santa Fe Villas Apartment homes for seniors 55+ offer roomy, carefully designed living spaces that embody all the elegant features...
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Our Dad spent 5 1/2 years at Nazareth House. During that time, we visited almost every. We observed interaction between many caregivers and residents. From not only our experience with Dad but others, the...
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.
Nazareth House San Diego is committed to offering active elders personalized assistance, supportive services, and compassionate care in a Catholic, spirit-centered, loving community. Your safety, care, and assistance are assured while your independence is encouraged.The focus at Nazareth House is...
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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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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.
St. Paul’s Manor is an active living community nestled in the heart of Bankers Hill, close to Downtown, Hillcrest, Balboa Park and Little Italy. Residents walk to church, restaurants, Balboa Park museums and theatre performances at the Old Globe. Attractions include our restaurant, entertainment,...
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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: 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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It's been a pleasure getting to know The Glen at Scripps Ranch and finding a new home for my Uncle while working with amazing people. We've been to the Glen in recent months, with my parents now living in a...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living, Nursing Homes
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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.
Nursing Homes: Nursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.
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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: 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.
The Coronado Royale is located across from Tidelands Park and the Colorado Bridge. The facility offers beautiful views of both the San Diego Bay and the lights of downtown San Diego. The Coronado Royale is also located right next door to the Coronado Hospital and Medical Centers. The Coronado...

Cost of independent living in North Clairemont, CA

The average cost of senior living in North Clairemont is $4,652 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Temecula, CA with an average of $3,503 per month.

Independent living costs in North Clairemont, CA, vs. nearby cities

North Clairemont, CA
$4,652/mo
$4,658/mo
$4,711/mo

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

North Clairemont, CA
$4,652/mo
U.S. national average
$4,203/mo

Independent living costs in North Clairemont, CA, vs. other senior living options

$5,949/mo
Independent Living
$4,652/mo

Independent living costs in North Clairemont, CA, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$5,304/mo
Studio
$6,451/mo
1 Bedroom
$7,935/mo
2 Bedroom
$9,359/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$10,995/mo

Senior living costs in North Clairemont 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: North Clairemont, CA
Column state: California
Column national: U.S.
Community typeNorth Clairemont, CACaliforniaU.S.
Independent Living$4,652/mo$4,697/mo$4,203/mo
Assisted Living$4,737/mo$4,503/mo$4,740/mo
Memory Care$5,949/mo$5,458/mo$5,004/mo
Independent Living
North Clairemont, CA:$4,652/mo
California:$4,697/mo
U.S.:$4,203/mo
Assisted Living
North Clairemont, CA:$4,737/mo
California:$4,503/mo
U.S.:$4,740/mo
Memory Care
North Clairemont, CA:$5,949/mo
California:$5,458/mo
U.S.:$5,004/mo
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Independent living costs in North Clairemont, CA, over time

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

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in North Clairemont 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
North Clairemont, CA$5,179/mo$5,506/mo-5.9%
California$3,707/mo$3,631/mo+2.1%
National$3,256/mo$3,166/mo+2.8%
North Clairemont, CA
2024 average cost:$5,179/mo
2023 average cost:$5,506/mo
Percent change:-5.9%
California
2024 average cost:$3,707/mo
2023 average cost:$3,631/mo
Percent change:+2.1%
National
2024 average cost:$3,256/mo
2023 average cost:$3,166/mo
Percent change:+2.8%
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What families are saying about independent living in North Clairemont

Recent reviews for independent living in North Clairemont

Bayshire Carlsbad

5.0
they are very interactive with the residence, responsive, and also very friendly and kind The rooms sizes feel a little small, My dad is happy with the food and it looks good. I would recommend this facility to others.

Novellus Clairemont in San Diego, CA

4.0
My loved one has recently made the move into this community and so far I have no complaints of how things had been going for him. He has had a few health problems but other than that the experience has been pleasant for him. The staff have done a great job at staying organized in his care plan ...
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Crest View Manor, Inc. 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.

North Clairemont independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in North Clairemont independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in North Clairemont, 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 North Clairemont 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 North Clairemont partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
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Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
28.2%
20.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
41%
34.4%
No sugar
No sugar
38.5%
30.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
43.6%
33.6%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
25.6%
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Availability of select dining options in North Clairemont 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 North Clairemont communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
North Clairemont, CANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
38.5%
36.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
46.2%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
43.6%
37%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
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Availability of select programs and activities in North Clairemont 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 North Clairemont offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
46.2%
45.1%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
30.8%
28.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
35.9%
33%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
35.9%
47.5%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
46.2%
48.9%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
51.3%
54%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
43.6%
42.9%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
38.5%
38.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
43.6%
41.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
46.2%
47.1%
Live performances
Live performances
43.6%
46.8%
Dances
Dances
30.8%
33%
Fitness center
Fitness center
25.6%
39.5%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
46.2%
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Frequently Asked Questions

Novellus Clairemont, Rancho Penasquitos Senior Living and Atria Collwood are the top-rated independent living facilities near North Clairemont, California. See full list of communities.
There are 44 independent living facilities near North Clairemont, California. See the full list.
The best independent living facilities near you in North Clairemont, California are Solstice at El Cajon, Westmont of Encinitas and Westmont of Escondido. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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