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10 Best Independent Living Communities in San Pablo, CA

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The cost of independent living in San Pablo is about $5,481 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 29 options. Read 190 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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Photo of Cardinal Point CCRC
66 Photos available
99 Floor plans available
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I have been a resident at Cardinal Point for nearly six years. This is a beautiful facility with a great location on the water directly across from Jack London Square. There are walking trails with no...
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.
Cardinal Point is a Continuing Care Retirement Community (CCRC) which means that our residents move in when they are independent and active, truly being able to participate in all we have to offer! Additionally, we are also licensed for Assisted Living, so as the years go on, the resident can...
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Photo of Truewood by Merrill, Pinole
2222 Photos available
1414 Floor plans available
9.2
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38 reviews
9.2
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38 reviews
5 star
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I found it very helpful that their staff was able to respond to my questions regarding my family member. They were always friendly and accommodating.
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.
Truewood by Merrill, Pinole provides a fulfilling, independent lifestyle in a welcoming environment.Perched atop hills overlooking San Francisco bay, you'll love our beautiful views, magnificent facilities and caring staff. Residents also appreciate the convenience of living in a community just...
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1414 Photos available
2626 Floor plans available
9.0
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22 reviews
9.0
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22 reviews
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The facility is about 5 years old so still "new". It is well laid out, the memory care unit has two common areas for activities and another area for small groups. There is an outdoor secured and sheltered...
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.
Belmont Village Albany, affiliated with the University of California, Berkeley*, offers a collaborative experience that embraces Albany’s community-oriented character while sharing the benefits of university affiliation. The best-in-class community offers Independent Living, Assisted Living and...
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Photo of Westmont of Pinole
55 Photos available
22 Floor plans available
8.7
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46 reviews
8.7
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46 reviews
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Facility is clean. Nice courtyard. Most of the caregivers are very kind and attentive. The activities director is amazing. The nurse practitioners have changed 3 times in the year that my mom has been there...
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.
Pinole Senior Village is a 72-unit residential care community for seniors with two distinct assisted living communities. Both communities offer choice of accommodations, meals, and senior focused activity programs. The Terrace, with 41 spacious studios, offers a variety of personal care services,...
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8.1
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8 reviews
8.1
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8 reviews
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Wonderful, loving and caring staff. Many activities including much music and art. Excellent meds management. Lovely facility.
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.
Situated in Poet’s Corner between the West Berkeley Design Loop and the International Marketplace District, The Arbor at Berkeley is designed to help active elders continue to contribute, participate and inspire future generations. Offering a comfortable, supportive and accessible environment,...
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Photo of Aegis Living Corte Madera
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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.
Aegis of Corte Madera, located in beautiful Marin County, offers exceptional assisted living services. Enjoy an afternoon cup of tea and cookies with family and friends in the bistro, watch a move in the private theater or take a stroll in our lovely garden. Aegis of Corte Madera is situated in a...
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I had never dealt with this before, and Kaiser rocked, Greenridge rocked, and they weren't all perfect, but I would strongly recommend Greendridge to anyone. My goal was to get her into Greenridge assisted...
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.
Photo of The Ivy at Berkeley
2828 Photos available
7.0
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We are very happy at The Ivy at Berkeley. They have the best trained staff around!
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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Photo of Aldersly, a CCRC
99 Photos available
44 Floor plans available
6.0
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3 reviews
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3 reviews
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Five on all categories. What we like the most about the community is their wonderful staff, very good food and the that it is a smaller facility. Yes, we would recommend Aldersly to other families and have...
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.
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Photo of 1440 By The Bay
99 Photos available
2.7
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28 reviews
2.7
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28 reviews
5 star
42%
4 star
36%
3 star
14%
2 star
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The staff is good at keeping me involved and informed about my loved one. My loved one says that the food is great and they have a variety to choose from. The community offers a lot of activities, well I...
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.
At 1440 By the Bay, we pride ourselves on offering the best lifestyle for seniors. That means everything from our meals to our activities, transcend the boundaries of any typical retirement community. We offer mediation areas, gardening activities, live music and so much more. At 1440 By the...
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Photo of Greenhills Care Home
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5 on all questions. They provided great care and were always professional. Yes, we would recommend Greenhills Care Home to other families based on the experience so far and already have several times to...
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.
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Photo of Sycamore Hills By the Bay
8.5
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7 reviews
8.5
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7 reviews
5 star
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Many special people there. I chose it for me it was close to my work at the time and [name removed] is a nice town. The manager [name removed]is excellent and the maintenance people are very responsive...
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.
We are a senior community for those who are the age of 62 or better. We are a market rate community located in Hercules, California, in a very convenient location with easy access to Highway 80 and Highway 4. We are very close to shopping, parks and recreation.
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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.
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.
The home you’ve been looking for – a lifestyle that is comfortable, yet affordable. Ultra-spacious suites with balconies and patios. You will enjoy an array of activities, outings and entertainment. Close to shopping and BART, this friendly environment lets you enjoy life while our...
Photo of Eskaton Hazel Shirley Manor
Provides: Independent Living, Senior Apartments
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.
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 Via Community
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.
Photo of Oregon Park Apartments
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.
Photo of San Rafael Commons
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.
Photo of St Michael's Extended Care
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.
Here at St. MichaelÆs, we cater to residents who need a secure and safe place to spend their golden years. Our caring staff greets each resident in the morning with a smile. We offer numerous recreational activities that residents can partake in, and we encourage families to get involved as well....
Photo of Orinda Senior Village
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.

Cost of independent living in San Pablo, CA

The average cost of senior living in San Pablo is $5,481 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include San Anselmo, CA with an average of $5,470 per month.

Independent living costs in San Pablo, CA, vs. nearby cities

San Pablo, CA
$5,481/mo
$5,579/mo

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

San Pablo, CA
$5,481/mo
U.S. national average
$4,203/mo

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

$6,169/mo
Independent Living
$5,481/mo

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

Semi-Private
$7,464/mo
Studio
$7,482/mo
1 Bedroom
$9,062/mo
2 Bedroom
$9,329/mo

Senior living costs in San Pablo 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 Pablo, CA
Column state: California
Column national: U.S.
Community typeSan Pablo, CACaliforniaU.S.
Independent Living$5,481/mo$4,697/mo$4,203/mo
Assisted Living$4,817/mo$4,503/mo$4,740/mo
Memory Care$6,169/mo$5,458/mo$5,004/mo
Independent Living
San Pablo, CA:$5,481/mo
California:$4,697/mo
U.S.:$4,203/mo
Assisted Living
San Pablo, CA:$4,817/mo
California:$4,503/mo
U.S.:$4,740/mo
Memory Care
San Pablo, CA:$6,169/mo
California:$5,458/mo
U.S.:$5,004/mo
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Independent living costs in San Pablo, CA, over time

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

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in San Pablo 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 Pablo, CA$2,999/mo$3,022/mo-0.7%
California$3,673/mo$3,502/mo+4.9%
National$3,207/mo$3,101/mo+3.4%
San Pablo, CA
2024 average cost:$2,999/mo
2023 average cost:$3,022/mo
Percent change:-0.7%
California
2024 average cost:$3,673/mo
2023 average cost:$3,502/mo
Percent change:+4.9%
National
2024 average cost:$3,207/mo
2023 average cost:$3,101/mo
Percent change:+3.4%
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What families are saying about independent living in San Pablo

Recent reviews for independent living in San Pablo

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.

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

San Pablo independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in San Pablo independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in San Pablo, 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 Pablo 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 Pablo partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
San Pablo, CANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
22.2%
20.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
27.8%
34.4%
No sugar
No sugar
22.2%
30.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
44.4%
33.6%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
11.1%
10.5%
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Availability of select dining options in San Pablo 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 Pablo communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
San Pablo, CANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
33.3%
36.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
38.9%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
33.3%
37%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
16.7%
17.2%
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Availability of select programs and activities in San Pablo 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 Pablo offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
San Pablo, CANational
Activity director
Activity director
38.9%
45.1%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
22.2%
28.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
22.2%
33%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
44.4%
47.5%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
44.4%
48.9%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
61.1%
54%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
33.3%
42.9%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
33.3%
38.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
38.9%
41.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
38.9%
47.1%
Live performances
Live performances
38.9%
46.8%
Dances
Dances
27.8%
33%
Fitness center
Fitness center
44.4%
39.5%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
38.9%
46.4%
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