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5 Best Independent Living Communities in San Antonito, NM

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The cost of independent living in San Antonito is about $4,653 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 5 options. Read 126 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 The Montebello on Academy
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9.8
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25 reviews
9.8
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25 reviews
5 star
56%
4 star
16%
3 star
20%
2 star
4%
1 star
4%
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My grandma has been living at The Montebello for a while now, and we couldn’t be happier. The staff are warm, attentive, and truly care about the residents. The place is always clean, welcoming, and she’s...
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.
The Montebello on Academy is a Retirement Community located in the prestigious Northeast Heights. Within its elegant setting, you will find Independent & Assisted Living with all-inclusive rates, 24-hour Assisted Living team and a Rehabilitation Therapy department. A variety of planned adult...
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Photo of Coronado Villa Retirement Resort
1313 Photos available
1212 Floor plans available
9.8
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26 reviews
9.8
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26 reviews
5 star
84%
4 star
4%
3 star
8%
2 star
4%
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Coronado Villa is the kind of place that gives its resident's children peace of mind. My parents moved into the Villa 8 years ago and immediately began to enjoy their clean, well-appointed apartment, meet...
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.
Coronado Villa in Albuquerque, New Mexico is an independent living community that offers luxury apartments for your enjoyment. Albuquerque is a part of Bernalillo County. Living in an area where the sun shines 310 days of the year gives you the opportunity to pursue golf, tennis, and local...
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Photo of Brookdale Tramway Ridge
88 Photos available
77 Floor plans available
8.9
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100 reviews
8.9
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100 reviews
5 star
40%
4 star
34%
3 star
16%
2 star
5%
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5%
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I give each one of the above a 5 - I am sad our loved one was not able to stay there longer - she went to the hospital for a long stay - then suggested she be moved to a loving home in Rio Rancho - I really...
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.
Exceptional Senior LivingNew Mexico families looking for a more personalized senior living experience can find it here, at our luxurious senior living community that offers assisted living and Alzheimer’s and dementia care in Albuquerque, New Mexico. Known for its vibrant arts and culture...
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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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7.0
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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 La Vida Llena Retirement Community
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.
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Cost of independent living in San Antonito, NM

The average cost of senior living in San Antonito is $4,653 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Los Cerrillos, NM with an average of $4,444 per month.

Independent living costs in San Antonito, NM, vs. nearby cities

San Antonito, NM
$4,653/mo
$4,653/mo
$4,986/mo

Independent living costs in San Antonito, NM, vs. state and national averages

San Antonito, NM
$4,653/mo
U.S. national average
$4,153/mo

Independent living costs in San Antonito, NM, vs. other senior living options

$5,102/mo
Independent Living
$4,653/mo

Independent living costs in San Antonito, NM, by floor plan type

Studio
$4,973/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,578/mo
2 Bedroom
$6,385/mo

Senior living costs in San Antonito 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 Antonito, NM
Column state: New Mexico
Column national: U.S.
Community typeSan Antonito, NMNew MexicoU.S.
Independent Living$4,653/mo$4,302/mo$4,153/mo
Assisted Living$4,411/mo$4,391/mo$4,698/mo
Memory Care$5,102/mo$4,589/mo$4,946/mo
Independent Living
San Antonito, NM:$4,653/mo
New Mexico:$4,302/mo
U.S.:$4,153/mo
Assisted Living
San Antonito, NM:$4,411/mo
New Mexico:$4,391/mo
U.S.:$4,698/mo
Memory Care
San Antonito, NM:$5,102/mo
New Mexico:$4,589/mo
U.S.:$4,946/mo
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Independent living costs in San Antonito, NM, over time

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

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in San Antonito 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 Antonito, NM$5,049/mo$4,610/mo+9.5%
New Mexico$2,809/mo$2,697/mo+4.1%
National$2,806/mo$2,764/mo+1.5%
San Antonito, NM
2024 average cost:$5,049/mo
2023 average cost:$4,610/mo
Percent change:+9.5%
New Mexico
2024 average cost:$2,809/mo
2023 average cost:$2,697/mo
Percent change:+4.1%
National
2024 average cost:$2,806/mo
2023 average cost:$2,764/mo
Percent change:+1.5%
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What families are saying about independent living in San Antonito

Recent reviews for independent living in San Antonito

Westwind House Assisted Living in Albuquerque, NM

4.5
My mom is eating the meal. It is not like home cooking but I think it is good. The staff are good people who help out very well. I am pleased that she is getting taken care of.The staff assist with her ADL and there has been no problems. A Place For Mom helped us find this community. They are ...
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The Village At Alameda in Albuquerque, NM

5.0
The Village at Alameda is a very nice place. Mom and Dad really like it. The food is good. The staff is great. The place is clean. They keep the apartments clean. If extra cleaning is needed, it is taken care of it right away. Hope this helps.

Sandia Senior Suites in Albuquerque, NM

4.5
My husband is going through a transitional phase after a fall. The staff are doing their absolute best to make him comfortable and provide good care to him. The staff communicate with me very well and even told me that I can call my husband anytime I want. My husband also receives care from a ...
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San Antonito independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in San Antonito independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in San Antonito, 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 Antonito 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 Antonito 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
40%
20.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
60%
34.4%
No sugar
No sugar
60%
30.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
60%
33.6%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
20%
10.5%
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Availability of select dining options in San Antonito 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 Antonito communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
60%
36.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
60%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
60%
37%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
20%
17.2%
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Availability of select programs and activities in San Antonito 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 Antonito offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
60%
45.1%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
40%
28.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
60%
33%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
40%
47.5%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
60%
48.9%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
60%
54%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
60%
42.9%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
60%
38.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
40%
41.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
60%
47.1%
Live performances
Live performances
60%
46.8%
Dances
Dances
40%
33%
Fitness center
Fitness center
40%
39.5%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
60%
46.4%
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Frequently Asked Questions

The Montebello on Academy, Coronado Villa Retirement Resort and Brookdale Tramway Ridge are the top-rated independent living facilities near San Antonito, New Mexico. See full list of communities.
There are 5 independent living facilities near San Antonito, New Mexico. See the full list.
The best independent living facility near you in San Antonito, New Mexico is Morada Quintessence. This independent living community received the highest ranking based on verified family reviews.
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