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The cost of independent living in San Francisco County is about $5,616 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 91 options. Read 474 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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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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Cost of independent living in San Francisco County, CA

The average cost of senior living in San Francisco County is $5,616 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Larkspur, CA with an average of $5,506 per month.

Independent living costs in San Francisco County, CA, vs. nearby counties

San Francisco County, CA
$5,616/mo
$5,611/mo

Independent living costs in San Francisco County, CA, vs. state and national averages

San Francisco County, CA
$5,616/mo
U.S. national average
$4,153/mo

Independent living costs in San Francisco County, CA, vs. other senior living options

$6,228/mo
Independent Living
$5,616/mo

Independent living costs in San Francisco County, CA, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$7,050/mo
Studio
$7,738/mo
1 Bedroom
$9,253/mo
2 Bedroom
$14,059/mo

Senior living costs in San Francisco County 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: San Francisco County, CA
Column state: California
Column national: U.S.
Community typeSan Francisco County, CACaliforniaU.S.
Independent Living$5,616/mo$4,696/mo$4,153/mo
Assisted Living$5,042/mo$4,503/mo$4,698/mo
Memory Care$6,228/mo$5,456/mo$4,946/mo
Independent Living
San Francisco County, CA:$5,616/mo
California:$4,696/mo
U.S.:$4,153/mo
Assisted Living
San Francisco County, CA:$5,042/mo
California:$4,503/mo
U.S.:$4,698/mo
Memory Care
San Francisco County, CA:$6,228/mo
California:$5,456/mo
U.S.:$4,946/mo
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Independent living costs in San Francisco County, CA, over time

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

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in San Francisco County 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
San Francisco County, CA$6,995/mo$12,043/mo-41.9%
California$3,340/mo$3,270/mo+2.1%
National$2,927/mo$2,847/mo+2.8%
San Francisco County, CA
2024 average cost:$6,995/mo
2023 average cost:$12,043/mo
Percent change:-41.9%
California
2024 average cost:$3,340/mo
2023 average cost:$3,270/mo
Percent change:+2.1%
National
2024 average cost:$2,927/mo
2023 average cost:$2,847/mo
Percent change:+2.8%
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Discover the many ways to pay for senior living

Planning ahead can better position you to make good choices for your loved one’s care in the future. But if your aging family member needs care now, there are ways to finance the cost of long-term care through a combination of approaches.

What families are saying about independent living in San Francisco County

Recent reviews for independent living in San Francisco County

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.

Rosemont Gardens in San Leandro, CA

5.0
Excellent caring staff. Clean place. My Auntie [name removed] is here. I visited from Anaheim California. My auntie Husband just passed away. My auntie looked beautiful and happy. I talked with staff and they were very professional

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

San Francisco County independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in San Francisco County independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in San Francisco County, 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 San Francisco County 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 San Francisco County partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
San Francisco County, CANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
7.9%
20.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
18.4%
34.4%
No sugar
No sugar
15.8%
30.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
25%
33.6%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
5.3%
10.5%
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Availability of select dining options in San Francisco County 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 San Francisco County communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
San Francisco County, CANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
18.4%
36.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
21.1%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
22.4%
37%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
11.8%
17.2%
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Availability of select programs and activities in San Francisco County 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 San Francisco County offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
San Francisco County, CANational
Activity director
Activity director
23.7%
45.1%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
13.2%
28.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
11.8%
33%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
23.7%
47.5%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
26.3%
48.9%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
32.9%
54%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
22.4%
42.9%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
17.1%
38.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
21.1%
41.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
25%
47.1%
Live performances
Live performances
25%
46.8%
Dances
Dances
14.5%
33%
Fitness center
Fitness center
15.8%
39.5%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
23.7%
46.4%
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Frequently Asked Questions

Ivy Park at Cathedral Hill, Coterie Cathedral Hill and Sagebrook Senior Living at San Francisco are the top-rated independent living facilities near San Francisco County, California. See full list of communities.
There are 91 independent living facilities near San Francisco County, California. See the full list.
The best independent living facility near you in San Francisco County, California is The Heritage Downtown. This independent living community received the highest ranking based on verified family reviews.
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