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10 Best Independent Living Communities in San Onofre, CA

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The cost of independent living in San Onofre is about $4,717 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 406 options.

Read 11665 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 Carlsbad, Irvine and Oceanside.

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Photo of Catered Living at Chateau Lake San Marcos
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55 Floor plans available
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: 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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My mom is in good care from this community. It is a clean facility and all is good within. Her meals are included and my mom thinks the food taste good. Overall it has been an excellent experience but we are...
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.
Seacrest Village at Encinitas Seacrest Village at Encinitas is located in Encinitas, CA. This independent living community provides seniors with a caring place to call home in a great location. Encinitas is a part of San Diego County, and it provides residents and guests with opportunities to...
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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.
Photo of Coastal Living at San Marcos 55+ Active Living Community
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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.
We invite you to come in and make your home here at Coastal Living at San Marcos 55+ Community. Coastal Living is a brand new 55+ community beautifully located adjacent to San Marcos Creek. Be the first to experience the light, airy, and open apartments and the many amenities newly completed and...
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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.
Royal OaksThe difference between Ordinary and Extrordinary!A premier property nestled in San Marcos and known for its great views, fun residents and social activities.We offer one and two bed/two bath apart. homes.  East or west the views are the best!  Meet with friends in the Bistro...
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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: 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: 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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Photo of Orange Park Heights
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This is a nice community. We like the apartment very much that has a great view. The staff is nice and helpful. We like that we are able to cook.They do offer alot of nice activities. This community is...
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.
Photo of St Francis Home
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.
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.
Photo of Triangle Terrace
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, 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.
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: 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.
Our community is specifically designed for  the active lifestyle of individuals 55 or better. You can choose from a variety of activities such as bingo, swimming in our sparkling pools, work out in the fitness center, or dine at a nearby restaurant. We are pet friendly and accept dogs with...
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Our loved one appreciates the staff members they are very friendly. We think that she feels safe at the community, and we would recommend Huntington Terrace North to others.
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.
It's Your Time - Make it the Best Time of Your Life! This unique setting makes it easy for you to enjoy the very best in your senior years. We've set the stage for your active lifestyle. Enjoy all the modern conveniences you need to make life easy for relaxing with family and friends - for...
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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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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.
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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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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Photo of La Vida Del Mar
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.
Nestled between the neighboring villages of Del Mar and Rancho Santa Fe, La Vida Del Mar’s scenic coastal location features 105 spacious Independent Living residences. Honored as “One of America’s 50 Best Retirement Communities,” La Vida Del Mar offers a host of amenities including convenient...
Photo of Brookhurst Royale
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.
Luxury at it's best....(Brookhurst Royale) is truly resort style living. With it's fine furnishings, custom window treatments and carpeting throughout the community. Extremely spacious floor plans include a galley style kitchen with dining area, fully appointed living room, private bath, and...

Cost of independent living in San Onofre, CA

The average cost of senior living in San Onofre is $4,717 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Wildomar, CA with an average of $3,596 per month.

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

San Onofre, CA
$4,717/mo
U.S. national average
$3,520/mo

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

$7,629/mo
Independent Living
$4,717/mo

Independent living costs in San Onofre, CA, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$3,751/mo
Studio
$4,650/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,963/mo
2 Bedroom
$7,799/mo

Senior living costs in San Onofre 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 Onofre, CA
Column state: California
Column national: U.S.
Community typeSan Onofre, CACaliforniaU.S.
Independent Living$4,717/mo$4,174/mo$3,520/mo
Assisted Living$6,338/mo$6,206/mo$5,830/mo
Memory Care$7,629/mo$7,329/mo$6,999/mo
Independent Living
San Onofre, CA:$4,717/mo
California:$4,174/mo
U.S.:$3,520/mo
Assisted Living
San Onofre, CA:$6,338/mo
California:$6,206/mo
U.S.:$5,830/mo
Memory Care
San Onofre, CA:$7,629/mo
California:$7,329/mo
U.S.:$6,999/mo
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Independent living costs in San Onofre, CA, over time

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

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in San Onofre 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
San Onofre, CA$4,630/mo$4,425/mo+4.6%
California$3,916/mo$3,864/mo+1.4%
National$3,416/mo$3,319/mo+2.9%
San Onofre, CA
2024 average cost:$4,630/mo
2023 average cost:$4,425/mo
Percent change:+4.6%
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 San Onofre

Recent reviews for independent living in San Onofre

Vista Del Mar Senior Living in Long Beach, CA

4.8
My Brother has been a resident of Vista del Mar Senior Living for nearly 3 years, and we were very happy with our choice. We had problems finding another Assisted Living facility in Culver City, and Vista del Mar was perfect. It has met all of my Brother's needs and he has been very happy ...
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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.

Santianna in Carlsbad, CA

4.4
Overall, my parents are loving living in Santianna. The staff is fantastic. Everyone in the community appears to be friendly and nice. The food has been an ongoing issue. While everything else about living at Santianna has been positive, the meals have been an ongoing negative. While there ...
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San Onofre independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in San Onofre independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in San Onofre, 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 Onofre 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 Onofre partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
San Onofre, CANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
29.3%
21.2%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
45.3%
35.7%
No sugar
No sugar
40.9%
32%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
47%
34.8%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
23.4%
11.7%
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Availability of select dining options in San Onofre 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 Onofre communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
San Onofre, CANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
38.9%
37.6%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
44.3%
44.8%
Room service
Room service
43.3%
38.2%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
25.6%
17.8%
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Availability of select programs and activities in San Onofre 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 Onofre offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
San Onofre, CANational
Activity director
Activity director
48.8%
46.5%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
33.7%
29.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
33%
34.2%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
51.5%
48.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
49.3%
50.1%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
55.9%
54.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
42.6%
44.2%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
38.4%
39.7%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
41.6%
43%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
47.3%
48.3%
Live performances
Live performances
47.5%
48.1%
Dances
Dances
31.3%
34.3%
Fitness center
Fitness center
28.6%
40.8%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
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Atria Golden Creek, Sunny Rose Senior Living and Wildomar Senior Assisted Living are the top-rated independent living facilities near San Onofre, California. See full list of communities.
There are 406 independent living facilities near San Onofre, California. See the full list.
The best independent living facilities near you in San Onofre, California are Atria Golden Creek, Sunny Rose Senior Living and Regency Fallbrook. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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