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The cost of independent living in Rutherford is about $5,352 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 341 options. Read 3387 reviews, see photos, and learn about amenities that make independent living the ideal next step for adults 55+ who wish to enjoy friendships and hobbies without the hassle of cooking and home maintenance.

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Provides: Senior Apartments
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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: 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.
Belen's Residential Care Home To speak with an advisor about this community call: (866) 344-4946 565 Grove St San Francisco, CA 94102 Assisted Living Independent Living About Belen's Residential Care Home Belen's Residential Care Home is an assisted living community in San Francisco, California....
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: 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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They are doing an excellent job. They are treating her very well. It's kept clean. The food is really good, and if they are cooking something she doesn't like they will get her what the alternative is. They...
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.
When a person ages, their wants and needs change. Sometimes poor health, or lack of immediate family, requires searching for a new place to live. We, at Villa-Del-Rey have excellent facilities, in all areas for our residents. As an assisted living facility, there is a choice of private or...
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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.
Elders Inn is a family owned and operated Memory Care and Assisted Living Community. Located in the West Alameda Business District, our community has wonderful sun-washed courtyards providing an oasis of calm and beauty, and are just steps away from restaurants and shopping. We are a licensed 52...
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I have known many residents of Buena Vista Manor House as a volunteer. The care is excellent and the atmosphere is warm. As a bonus, the food is delicious. I highly recommend Buena Vista Manor House to...
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.
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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: 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
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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.
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, 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.
Merced Care - Three is a memory care provider and assisted living community located in San Francisco, County of San Francisco, California. With the year-round warm weather, the sandy beaches, and walking trails that lead to some of the most beautiful gardens and vegetation, you will feel like you...
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My mom was placed at The Waterleaf at Land Park and she is doing absolutely fabulous and I love the place. A Place For Mom helped me with the placement.
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
The WaterLeaf at Land Park is an assisted living community located in Sacramento, California, in Sacramento County and home to about 485,000 people. Sacramento is a beautiful city with its modern light rail trains, Tower Bridge and beautiful skyline showing the Sacramento River and the American...
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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.
Welcome to ACC Greenhaven Terrace, an apartment community designed to promote the active lifestyles of individuals aged 62 years and better. Keeping busy is easy with Water Aerobics, Yoga, Tai Chi or just a relaxed game of Bingo. Our property is conveniently located near...
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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.
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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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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: 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.

Cost of independent living in Rutherford, CA

The average cost of senior living in Rutherford is $5,352 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Vacaville, CA with an average of $4,767 per month.

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

Rutherford, CA
$5,352/mo

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

Rutherford, CA
$5,352/mo
U.S. national average
$4,181/mo

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

$6,016/mo
Independent Living
$5,352/mo

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

Semi-Private
$5,947/mo
Studio
$6,223/mo
1 Bedroom
$6,654/mo
2 Bedroom
$7,963/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$5,495/mo

Senior living costs in Rutherford 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: Rutherford, CA
Column state: California
Column national: U.S.
Community typeRutherford, CACaliforniaU.S.
Independent Living$5,352/mo$4,718/mo$4,181/mo
Assisted Living$4,445/mo$4,516/mo$4,723/mo
Memory Care$6,016/mo$5,487/mo$4,979/mo
Independent Living
Rutherford, CA:$5,352/mo
California:$4,718/mo
U.S.:$4,181/mo
Assisted Living
Rutherford, CA:$4,445/mo
California:$4,516/mo
U.S.:$4,723/mo
Memory Care
Rutherford, CA:$6,016/mo
California:$5,487/mo
U.S.:$4,979/mo
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Independent living costs in Rutherford, CA, over time

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

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Rutherford 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
Rutherford, CA$4,116/mo$3,983/mo+3.3%
California$3,693/mo$3,633/mo+1.7%
National$3,257/mo$3,166/mo+2.9%
Rutherford, CA
2024 average cost:$4,116/mo
2023 average cost:$3,983/mo
Percent change:+3.3%
California
2024 average cost:$3,693/mo
2023 average cost:$3,633/mo
Percent change:+1.7%
National
2024 average cost:$3,257/mo
2023 average cost:$3,166/mo
Percent change:+2.9%
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What families are saying about independent living in Rutherford

Recent reviews for independent living in Rutherford

Carlton Senior Living Concord

5.0
The facility is very nice, close to stores, shops, parks & movie theatre. Lots of good restaurants near by. However, food is provided here, sometimes people like to go out to a restaurant. They have a lot of activities to do, a nice variety.

Atria Park of Lafayette

5.0
All 5 stars. Atria Park of Lafayette is an excellent place. The caregivers were proactive in managing my moms medicines, all staff were very communicative with my family about my moms care. I would definitely recommend them to others looking.

AlmaVia of San Rafael

5.0
Great facility that is meeting all my parents needs! Great for memory care. The staff is very friendly and helpful to get them adjusted

Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Warm and caring staff with long-term relationships. Residents and families express appreciation for the long-term friendships they've developed with staff members at various communities. For example, at Cardinal Point CCRC, several reviews mention the warm and caring nature of the staff, leading to meaningful connections that have lasted for ye ...
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Variety of activities for socializing and engagement. The range of activities provided at communities caters to diverse interests, allowing residents to connect and socialize with one another. From trivia nights to gardening classes, there is something for everyone. At Truewood by Merrill, Pinole, the community undergoes renovations to enhance th ...
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Thoughtful communication between staff and families. Communication between staff and families is a priority at many communities, ensuring everyone stays informed about residents' care needs and well-being. At Brookdale Paulin Creek, the community director sets regular meetings with senior residents and their loved ones, both in person and virtua ...
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Attractive facilities with recent updates and renovations. Communities undergo renovations and improvements to maintain appealing living spaces. At Truewood by Merrill, Pinole, the community is undergoing renovations to make the facility more inviting, including fresh paint, updated lighting, and upgraded carpeting. These updates create a sense of pri ...
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Delicious and accommodating meal options. Communities offer high-quality, tasty meals that cater to individual dietary preferences and restrictions, making mealtimes an enjoyable experience for residents. At The Heritage Downtown, the chef accommodates various dietary needs, ensuring that all residents can look forward to their meals. ...
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Engaging social activities and events for residents. Residents participate in a range of activities and events designed to keep them engaged and active. Programs like movie nights, exercise classes, and gardening help foster a sense of community and promote overall well-being. At Solstice at Santa Rosa, the community offers various activities, i ...
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Rutherford independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Rutherford independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Rutherford, 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 Rutherford 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 Rutherford partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Rutherford, CANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
19%
20.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
35.1%
34.5%
No sugar
No sugar
32.3%
31%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
39.4%
33.7%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
14.7%
10.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Rutherford 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 Rutherford communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Rutherford, CANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
30.8%
36.6%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
36.6%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
35.1%
37%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
22.6%
17.2%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Rutherford 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 Rutherford offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Rutherford, CANational
Activity director
Activity director
39.1%
45.2%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
22.2%
28.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
24%
33.1%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
37.6%
47.6%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
39.8%
49%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
45.5%
54%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
34.8%
43%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
30.1%
38.3%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
34.1%
41.9%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
39.4%
47.2%
Live performances
Live performances
38.4%
46.9%
Dances
Dances
23.3%
33.1%
Fitness center
Fitness center
23.7%
39.6%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
39.1%
46.5%
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Holiday Springs of Napa, The Inn on Villa Lane and Holiday Redwood are the top-rated independent living facilities near Rutherford, California. See full list of communities.
There are 341 independent living facilities near Rutherford, California. See the full list.
The best independent living facilities near you in Rutherford, California are The Heritage Downtown, Paramount House Senior Living and Sunrise of Danville. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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