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10 Best Independent Living Communities in Thousand Oaks, CA

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The cost of independent living in Thousand Oaks is about $5,402 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 28 options. Read 588 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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Cost of independent living in Thousand Oaks, CA

The average cost of senior living in Thousand Oaks is $5,402 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include West Hollywood, CA with an average of $4,796 per month.

Independent living costs in Thousand Oaks, CA, vs. nearby cities

Thousand Oaks, CA
$5,402/mo

Independent living costs in Thousand Oaks, CA, vs. state and national averages

Thousand Oaks, CA
$5,402/mo
U.S. national average
$4,203/mo

Independent living costs in Thousand Oaks, CA, vs. other senior living options

$6,223/mo
Independent Living
$5,402/mo

Independent living costs in Thousand Oaks, CA, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$5,857/mo
Studio
$6,101/mo
1 Bedroom
$6,857/mo
2 Bedroom
$9,180/mo

Senior living costs in Thousand Oaks 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: Thousand Oaks, CA
Column state: California
Column national: U.S.
Community typeThousand Oaks, CACaliforniaU.S.
Independent Living$5,402/mo$4,697/mo$4,203/mo
Assisted Living$4,418/mo$4,503/mo$4,740/mo
Memory Care$6,223/mo$5,458/mo$5,004/mo
Independent Living
Thousand Oaks, CA:$5,402/mo
California:$4,697/mo
U.S.:$4,203/mo
Assisted Living
Thousand Oaks, CA:$4,418/mo
California:$4,503/mo
U.S.:$4,740/mo
Memory Care
Thousand Oaks, CA:$6,223/mo
California:$5,458/mo
U.S.:$5,004/mo
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Independent living costs in Thousand Oaks, CA, over time

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

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Thousand Oaks 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
Thousand Oaks, CA$4,262/mo$3,756/mo+13.5%
California$3,673/mo$3,556/mo+3.3%
National$3,207/mo$3,144/mo+2.0%
Thousand Oaks, CA
2024 average cost:$4,262/mo
2023 average cost:$3,756/mo
Percent change:+13.5%
California
2024 average cost:$3,673/mo
2023 average cost:$3,556/mo
Percent change:+3.3%
National
2024 average cost:$3,207/mo
2023 average cost:$3,144/mo
Percent change:+2.0%
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What families are saying about independent living in Thousand Oaks

Recent reviews for independent living in Thousand Oaks

Brookdale Gardens of Tarzana

5.0
I have no complaints about the care my mother has been receiving at this community. The housekeeping does a great job at keeping her bedroom nicely maintained as well as the rest of the building. The staff have been very friendly and are always attentive to her needs. I overall have been very ...
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The Reserve at Thousand Oaks

4.8
I would recommend you come here to live. There are nice accommodations, and the entire community is very nice. There are three meals a day, activities, exercises, movies, housekeeping, and linen changing that is included in the monthly fee. They have a washer and dryer in my unit and a ...
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Brookdale Santa Monica Gardens

5.0
My mother has been living at the Gardens. She is so happy there. The staff is friendly and caring. Great Food and lots of social activities. The location is great. In the residential part of Santa Monica with a big parking garage. Safe neighborhood to go for walks. One block to the beach ...
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Thousand Oaks independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Thousand Oaks independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Thousand Oaks, 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 Thousand Oaks 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 Thousand Oaks partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Thousand Oaks, CANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
50%
20.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
65.4%
34.4%
No sugar
No sugar
65.4%
30.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
65.4%
33.6%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
34.6%
10.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Thousand Oaks 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 Thousand Oaks communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Thousand Oaks, CANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
57.7%
36.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
65.4%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
61.5%
37%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
46.2%
17.2%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Thousand Oaks 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 Thousand Oaks offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Thousand Oaks, CANational
Activity director
Activity director
65.4%
45.1%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
50%
28.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
57.7%
33%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
61.5%
47.5%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
73.1%
48.9%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
69.2%
54%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
57.7%
42.9%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
57.7%
38.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
65.4%
41.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
69.2%
47.1%
Live performances
Live performances
69.2%
46.8%
Dances
Dances
57.7%
33%
Fitness center
Fitness center
65.4%
39.5%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
69.2%
46.4%
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Frequently Asked Questions

Atria Grand Oaks, The Reserve at Thousand Oaks and Atria Hillcrest are the top-rated independent living facilities near Thousand Oaks, California. See full list of communities.
There are 28 independent living facilities near Thousand Oaks, California. See the full list.
The best independent living facilities near you in Thousand Oaks, California are Sunrise at Sterling Canyon and Gardens at Northridge. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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