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10 Best Independent Living Communities in Wagner, CA

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The cost of independent living in Wagner is about $3,689 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 145 options.

Read 2249 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 Modesto, Tracy and Stockton.

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I have lived here at Castle Vista for one year. The duplexes are very spacious and it is a quiet community. I have met many nice people and really enjoy the activities. The maintenance is great. I don't have...
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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.
Castle Vista is a retirement community located in beautiful Atwater, California. This residential area is pleased to offer a number of duplex accommodations for active seniors 55 years or older seeking to make the most of their retirement years. Situated in 77 acres of lush, landscaped...
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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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My dad is in this community and they are very attentive and very hands on. He is always out in the open interacting with people and not just sitting in his room. It is working out pretty well. They feed him...
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: 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: 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.
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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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.
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.
Season’s at Laguna Ridge is Elk Grove’s premier 55+ affordable luxury communities. Season’s at Laguna Ridge was built in 2008 and has been the talk of the town every since. With spacious 1 and 2 bedroom floor plans and ample amenities we are sure to fit all your needs. We are conveniently located...
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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: 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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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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There has been quite a turnover recently. They are now back to staff level at The Parkview. I think The Parkview is doing a great job with the recommendations from the Governor. I believe memory care...
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.
The Parkview brings a fresh approach to assisted living and memory care in the Pleasanton area.  Discover the perfect blend...the independence you want with the assistance you need.Enjoy private apartment living, including stunning views of the surrounding hills and the convenience of the...
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The food is good and they have a separate room available for families to eat together. They offer daily activities and my aunt seems to like the singalongs. We like that the residents seem to be in good...
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.
CreekView is a lovely assisted living community that is situated in Pleasanton, Alameda County, California. The mild weather and warm temperatures of the area matches the name of the community which is centrally located nearby restaurants, shopping centers and outlets, medical offices, and many...
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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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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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I am very happy residing in this community. The staff has been so wonderful. I really appreciate how perfect and nice the staff has been they are very responsible. I prepare my own meals and really enjoy...
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.
The right floorplan...the right style...the right location...the right community...for those adults 55+ and older! Vintage At Laguna offers exactly what you're looking for in a home. From Smoke Free,spacious floorplans that your budget will love, to our caring and attentive management team, our...
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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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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.

Cost of independent living in Wagner, CA

The average cost of senior living in Wagner is $3,689 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Modesto, CA with an average of $3,512 per month.

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

Wagner, CA
$3,689/mo
U.S. national average
$3,520/mo

Independent living costs in Wagner, CA, vs. other senior living options

$7,052/mo
Independent Living
$3,689/mo

Independent living costs in Wagner, CA, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$3,330/mo
Studio
$3,326/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,487/mo
2 Bedroom
$6,292/mo

Senior living costs in Wagner 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: Wagner, CA
Column state: California
Column national: U.S.
Community typeWagner, CACaliforniaU.S.
Independent Living$3,689/mo$4,174/mo$3,520/mo
Assisted Living$5,442/mo$6,206/mo$5,830/mo
Memory Care$7,052/mo$7,329/mo$6,999/mo
Independent Living
Wagner, CA:$3,689/mo
California:$4,174/mo
U.S.:$3,520/mo
Assisted Living
Wagner, CA:$5,442/mo
California:$6,206/mo
U.S.:$5,830/mo
Memory Care
Wagner, CA:$7,052/mo
California:$7,329/mo
U.S.:$6,999/mo
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Independent living costs in Wagner, CA, over time

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

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Wagner 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
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Location2024 average cost2023 average costPercent change
Wagner, CA$3,713/mo$3,601/mo+3.1%
California$3,916/mo$3,864/mo+1.4%
National$3,416/mo$3,319/mo+2.9%
Wagner, CA
2024 average cost:$3,713/mo
2023 average cost:$3,601/mo
Percent change:+3.1%
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 Wagner

Recent reviews for independent living in Wagner

Castle Vista in Atwater, CA

5.0
I have lived at Castle Vista since April 2014. It is a great place to retire. The residents are caring and friendly. I have made many friends here. The maintenance is excellent. One phone call is all you need if you have a problem. There are daily activities. Always something fun to do. I have a ...
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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.

Bruceville Point Senior Living in Elk Grove, CA

5.0
My father is currently a resident at Bruceville Point Senior Living and the experience has been great. The Memory Care wing is very well managed, with very little staff turnover. The cleanliness and friendliness are great.

Wagner independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Wagner independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Wagner, 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 Wagner 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 Wagner partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
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Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
13.8%
21.2%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
40%
35.7%
No sugar
No sugar
36.6%
32%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
42.1%
34.8%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
17.2%
11.7%
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Availability of select dining options in Wagner 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 Wagner communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
31%
37.6%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
37.9%
44.8%
Room service
Room service
39.3%
38.2%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
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Availability of select programs and activities in Wagner 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 Wagner offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
42.8%
46.5%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
28.3%
29.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
29%
34.2%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
46.9%
48.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
46.9%
50.1%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
51%
54.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
40%
44.2%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
35.9%
39.7%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
35.2%
43%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
45.5%
48.3%
Live performances
Live performances
44.8%
48.1%
Dances
Dances
28.3%
34.3%
Fitness center
Fitness center
29.7%
40.7%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
45.5%
47.6%
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Frequently Asked Questions

Cogir of Brentwood, Truewood by Merrill, Modesto and Stratford at Beyer Park are the top-rated independent living facilities near Wagner, California. See full list of communities.
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The best independent living facility near you in Wagner, California is Cogir of Brentwood. This independent living community received the highest ranking based on verified family reviews.
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