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The cost of independent living in Santa Rosa is about $5,125 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 39 options. Read 392 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 Oakmont of Varenna, a CCRC
1515 Photos available
88 Floor plans available
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.
Varenna, one of the nations most luxurious retirement communities offering five-star services and amenities with a continuum of care in the heart of Santa Rosa, Sonoma County's wine country. You will find an inviting, supportive and active resort lifestyle, located on 30 acres of exceptional...
Photo of Med - USA Residential Care Facility
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 Badger Creek
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 Spring Lake Village
Provides: Assisted Living, 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.
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.
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.
Westlake Springs Retirement. Although the Springs enjoys country views of rolling hills and green farmlands, the property is near shopping, a short distance from a medical complex and a short putt to the newest golf course. You can participate in a wide range of activities, both in-house and away...
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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.
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 Oak Tree Lodge
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: 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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Cost of independent living in Santa Rosa, CA

The average cost of senior living in Santa Rosa is $5,125 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Cloverdale, CA with an average of $4,661 per month.

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

Santa Rosa, CA
$5,125/mo

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

Santa Rosa, CA
$5,125/mo
U.S. national average
$4,203/mo

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

$5,918/mo
Independent Living
$5,125/mo

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

Semi-Private
$6,071/mo
Studio
$5,798/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,933/mo
2 Bedroom
$7,199/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$5,495/mo

Senior living costs in Santa Rosa 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 Rosa, CA
Column state: California
Column national: U.S.
Community typeSanta Rosa, CACaliforniaU.S.
Independent Living$5,125/mo$4,697/mo$4,203/mo
Assisted Living$5,008/mo$4,503/mo$4,740/mo
Memory Care$5,918/mo$5,458/mo$5,004/mo
Independent Living
Santa Rosa, CA:$5,125/mo
California:$4,697/mo
U.S.:$4,203/mo
Assisted Living
Santa Rosa, CA:$5,008/mo
California:$4,503/mo
U.S.:$4,740/mo
Memory Care
Santa Rosa, CA:$5,918/mo
California:$5,458/mo
U.S.:$5,004/mo
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Independent living costs in Santa Rosa, CA, over time

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

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Santa Rosa 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 Rosa, CA$4,276/mo$4,294/mo-0.4%
California$3,692/mo$3,631/mo+1.7%
National$3,261/mo$3,166/mo+3.0%
Santa Rosa, CA
2024 average cost:$4,276/mo
2023 average cost:$4,294/mo
Percent change:-0.4%
California
2024 average cost:$3,692/mo
2023 average cost:$3,631/mo
Percent change:+1.7%
National
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 Rosa

Recent reviews for independent living in Santa Rosa

Villa Capri in Santa Rosa, CA

4.4
Villa Capri is a very nice facility. We feel that my loved one is receiving good care there. They have not been good at helping us navigate his emotional response to being there, such as how to answer his questions about why he is there and when can he go home. That said, it's a beautiful, clean ...
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Nazareth Agua Caliente Villas in Sonoma, CA

4.5
They are very caring and loving for the residents. They have great staff working here from the top down. The administrator is there all the time and she really cares. This trickles down and am happy with everything. The only thing I would change is some décor changes.

Mirabel Lodge in Forestville, CA

4.3
My loved one seems very happy. The residents seem very happy as well. The Mirabel Lodge is like being at home. It is very clean. There is no odors. The staff is very interactive. I am not sure about the value yet. They have great activities. Hoping that it really works out.

Santa Rosa independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Santa Rosa independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Santa Rosa, 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 Rosa 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 Rosa partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Santa Rosa, CANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
29.4%
20.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
44.1%
34.4%
No sugar
No sugar
44.1%
30.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
44.1%
33.6%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
17.6%
10.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Santa Rosa 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 Rosa communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Santa Rosa, CANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
41.2%
36.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
44.1%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
44.1%
37%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
32.4%
17.2%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Santa Rosa 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 Rosa offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Santa Rosa, CANational
Activity director
Activity director
44.1%
45.1%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
35.3%
28.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
35.3%
33%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
38.2%
47.5%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
44.1%
48.9%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
44.1%
54%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
41.2%
42.9%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
41.2%
38.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
41.2%
41.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
44.1%
47.1%
Live performances
Live performances
44.1%
46.8%
Dances
Dances
38.2%
33%
Fitness center
Fitness center
32.4%
39.5%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
38.2%
46.4%
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Frequently Asked Questions

Ivy Park at Santa Rosa, Brookdale Paulin Creek and Solstice at Santa Rosa are the top-rated independent living facilities near Santa Rosa, California. See full list of communities.
There are 39 independent living facilities near Santa Rosa, California. See the full list.
The best independent living facilities near you in Santa Rosa, California are Cogir of Sonoma Senior Living and Cogir of Rohnert Park Senior Living. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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