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The cost of independent living in Santa Clara is about $5,851 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 95 options. Read 1101 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: 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.
Town Park Towers, conveniently located close to San Jose’s historic downtown, is a comfortable, secure, residential living facility for low- to moderate-income seniors, age 62 and older. Town Park Towers has studios, alcoves, and one-bedroom apartments, each with a private bath, complete kitchen,...
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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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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.
HMC of Campbell is located in the beautiful state of California where the weather is deemed to be perfect year round. The senior care facility that has been in business for more than 30 years provides superior care for the elderly that requires assisted living. We are known for the compassion...
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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: 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: 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.
MorningStar at West San Jose is dedicated to making your retirement years carefree through a lifestyle of comfort, enjoyment and wellness. Our four-story community in beautiful west San Jose offers 69 assisted living suites (studio, one and two-bedroom) and 34 suites devoted to the individualized...
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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: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living, Nursing Homes
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.
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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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: 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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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: 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: 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: 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, 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: 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
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.
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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.
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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.
Located in beautiful Palo Alto on the Taube Koret Campus for Jewish Life, Moldow Family Residences aims to be a "place where your spirit can thrive." We offer a complete care system for senior adults. Our independent living apartments cater to active adults. The maintenance-free units vary in...
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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.
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.
Welcome to The Grove of Los Gatos!The Grove of Los Gatos is the newest addition to the Calson Community portfolio. With over 20 years of experience in managing communities and holding partial ownership in several properties, Calson Management is committed to providing exceptional living...
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Cost of independent living in Santa Clara, CA

The average cost of senior living in Santa Clara is $5,851 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include San Carlos, CA with an average of $5,724 per month.

Independent living costs in Santa Clara, CA, vs. nearby cities

Santa Clara, CA
$5,851/mo
$5,870/mo
$5,848/mo

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

Santa Clara, CA
$5,851/mo
U.S. national average
$4,203/mo

Independent living costs in Santa Clara, CA, vs. other senior living options

$6,690/mo
Independent Living
$5,851/mo

Independent living costs in Santa Clara, CA, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$6,538/mo
Studio
$7,030/mo
1 Bedroom
$8,326/mo
2 Bedroom
$9,751/mo

Senior living costs in Santa Clara 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: Santa Clara, CA
Column state: California
Column national: U.S.
Community typeSanta Clara, CACaliforniaU.S.
Independent Living$5,851/mo$4,697/mo$4,203/mo
Assisted Living$5,305/mo$4,503/mo$4,740/mo
Memory Care$6,690/mo$5,458/mo$5,004/mo
Independent Living
Santa Clara, CA:$5,851/mo
California:$4,697/mo
U.S.:$4,203/mo
Assisted Living
Santa Clara, CA:$5,305/mo
California:$4,503/mo
U.S.:$4,740/mo
Memory Care
Santa Clara, CA:$6,690/mo
California:$5,458/mo
U.S.:$5,004/mo
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Independent living costs in Santa Clara, CA, over time

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

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Santa Clara 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
Santa Clara, CA$3,976/mo$4,139/mo-3.9%
California$3,692/mo$3,631/mo+1.7%
National$3,261/mo$3,166/mo+3.0%
Santa Clara, CA
2024 average cost:$3,976/mo
2023 average cost:$4,139/mo
Percent change:-3.9%
California
2024 average cost:$3,692/mo
2023 average cost:$3,631/mo
Percent change:+1.7%
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2024 average cost:$3,261/mo
2023 average cost:$3,166/mo
Percent change:+3.0%
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What families are saying about independent living in Santa Clara

Recent reviews for independent living in Santa Clara

Golden Heritage Living in San Jose, CA

5.0
This place is an excellent facility that specializes in the care of Chinese speaking people. It is well maintained and the staff is always ready to help. My mom lived there until she passed .

The Parkview in Pleasanton, CA

5.0
The food the staff and the activities are all great my mom is very happy here. I would recommend this community to others.

Westmont of Morgan Hill

4.5
In August, we will have been in residence at Westmont for nine years. The Facility Director, was first to greet us, and he made us feel very welcome. We were initially attracted by the beauty of the facility and its location in Morgan Hill Since then, we have become even more fond of the ...
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Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Warm and welcoming staff. Reviews consistently highlight the friendliness and kindness of staff members at various communities, such as Cogir of Fremont and Holiday Warburton Place. Residents and their families appreciate the attentiveness and compassion of the caregivers, creating a supportive environment.
Varied activities for residents. Activities offerings at communities like Atria Willow Glen and Westmont of Milpitas bring joy and engagement to residents' lives. From music performances to exercise classes, there is something for everyone to enjoy.
Clean and well-maintained living spaces. Throughout the reviews, the cleanliness and upkeep of communities' living spaces stand out as a top priority. Residents of Bridgepoint and Cogir of Fremont praise the pristine bathrooms, renovated patios, and modern common areas.
Reasonable value and pricing. Many families find that the communities they've chosen, such as Westmont of Milpitas and Holiday Warburton Place, offer a reasonable value for the services and care provided. Some communities even include washer and dryers in each unit.
Individualized attention and care. Several communities, including Atria Willow Glen and Cogir of Fremont, focus on providing personalized care and attention to residents. Families and residents express appreciation for the accommodating nature of staff members and the tailored care plans.
Engaging social environment. Residents at various communities, like Atria Willow Glen and Cogir of Fremont, enjoy the opportunities to socialize with their peers. Whether it's through organized activities or casual interactions, a strong sense of community is fostered.
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Santa Clara independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Santa Clara independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Santa Clara, 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 Santa Clara 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 Santa Clara partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Santa Clara, CANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
22%
20.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
35.4%
34.4%
No sugar
No sugar
31.7%
30.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
37.8%
33.6%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
18.3%
10.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Santa Clara 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 Santa Clara communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Santa Clara, CANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
28%
36.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
35.4%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
29.3%
37%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
19.5%
17.2%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Santa Clara 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 Santa Clara offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Santa Clara, CANational
Activity director
Activity director
40.2%
45.1%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
23.2%
28.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
22%
33%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
34.1%
47.5%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
39%
48.9%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
42.7%
54%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
29.3%
42.9%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
35.4%
38.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
34.1%
41.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
37.8%
47.1%
Live performances
Live performances
39%
46.8%
Dances
Dances
23.2%
33%
Fitness center
Fitness center
31.7%
39.5%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
37.8%
46.4%
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Pacific Gardens, Holiday Warburton Place and Villa Serena Retirement are the top-rated independent living facilities near Santa Clara, California. See full list of communities.
There are 95 independent living facilities near Santa Clara, California. See the full list.
The best independent living facilities near you in Santa Clara, California are Sunrise of Sunnyvale, Cogir of Fremont Senior Living and Westmont of Morgan Hill. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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