Best Assisted Living Facilities in Rancho Santa Margarita, CA

Find local assisted living and retirement communities in the Rancho Santa Margarita, CA area.

In Rancho Santa Margarita, California, seniors comprise about 35.5% of the population, highlighting a substantial need for quality senior living options. The city provides three senior living facilities, complemented by 531 in the broader surrounding region, offering a variety of choices from independent and assisted living to memory care and comprehensive nursing homes. With the average cost of assisted living at $4,024 per month, Rancho Santa Margarita remains quite affordable compared to state and national averages. In this article, we’ll explore some of the top assisted living options available, helping you find the best care for your loved ones tailored to their specific needs and lifestyle.

52 Communities were found near Rancho Santa Margarita, CA
Essential Home Health Care

Essential Home Health Care

25352 Barents, Laguna Hills, CA 92653 (6.2 mi from city center)
Home Care
Lake Forest Country Home

Lake Forest Country Home

24176 Mccoy Rd, Lake Forest, CA 92630 (6.3 mi from city center)
Memory Care
Meridian at Laguna Hills
Our Rating:
of 5
9.5

Meridian at Laguna Hills

24552 Paseo De Valencia, Laguna Hills, CA 92653 (6.3 mi from city center)
Assisted Living
Our Rating:
of 5
9.5
Watermark Laguna Niguel
Our Rating:
of 5
9.5

Watermark Laguna Niguel

27762 Forbes Road, Laguna Niguel, CA 92677 (6.7 mi from city center)
Assisted Living
Our Rating:
of 5
9.5
San Sebastian
Our Rating:
of 5
9.5

San Sebastian

24299 Paseo De Valencia, Ste 1000, Laguna Woods, CA 92637 (6.7 mi from city center)
Independent Living
Our Rating:
of 5
9.5
ActivCare Laguna Hills
Our Rating:
of 5
9.8

ActivCare Laguna Hills

25200 Paseo de Alicia, Laguna Hills, CA 92653 (6.8 mi from city center)
Memory Care
Our Rating:
of 5
9.8
MorningStar of Mission Viejo
Our Rating:
of 5
9.7

MorningStar of Mission Viejo

28570 Marguerite Pkwy, Mission Viejo, CA 92692 (7.1 mi from city center)
Assisted Living
Our Rating:
of 5
9.7
Ivy Park of Wellington
Our Rating:
of 5
9.5

Ivy Park of Wellington

24962 Calle Aragon, Laguna Woods, CA 92637 (7.1 mi from city center)
Assisted Living
Our Rating:
of 5
9.5
The Ivy at Wellington
Our Rating:
of 5
8.5

The Ivy at Wellington

24903 Moulton Pkwy, Laguna Hills, CA 92653 (7.2 mi from city center)
Assisted Living
Our Rating:
of 5
8.5
Arcadian at Aliso
Our Rating:
of 5
8.5

Arcadian at Aliso

24552 Pacific Park Drive, Aliso Viejo, CA 92656 (7.2 mi from city center)
Assisted Living
Our Rating:
of 5
8.5
TheKey of San Juan Capistrano, CA
Our Rating:
of 5
8.5

TheKey of San Juan Capistrano, CA

29222 Rancho Viejo Road, Suite 217, San Juan Capistrano, CA 92675 (7.7 mi from city center)
Home Care
Our Rating:
of 5
8.5
Ivy Park at Laguna Woods
Our Rating:
of 5
7.2

Ivy Park at Laguna Woods

24441 C. Sonora, Laguna Woods, CA 92637 (7.9 mi from city center)
Assisted Living
Our Rating:
of 5
7.2
Stat Response Home Care Inc
Our Rating:
of 5
7.2

Stat Response Home Care Inc

65 Enterprise, Aliso Viejo, CA 92656 (8.2 mi from city center)
Home Care
Our Rating:
of 5
7.2
Belmont Village Aliso Viejo
Our Rating:
of 5
9.7

Belmont Village Aliso Viejo

300 Freedom Ln, Aliso Viejo, CA 92656 (8.3 mi from city center)
Assisted Living
Our Rating:
of 5
9.7
Niguel Hills Villa II
Our Rating:
of 5
9

Niguel Hills Villa II

24965 Via Larga, Laguna Niguel, CA 92677 (8.7 mi from city center)
Residential Care Home
Our Rating:
of 5
9
Vividus Senior Living
Our Rating:
of 5
9

Vividus Senior Living

25131 Via Portola, Laguna Niguel, CA 92677 (8.7 mi from city center)
Residential Care Home
Our Rating:
of 5
9
Silverado San Juan Capistrano
Our Rating:
of 5
9

Silverado San Juan Capistrano

30311 Camino Capistrano, San Juan Capistrano, CA 92675 (8.8 mi from city center)
Memory Care
Our Rating:
of 5
9
Seniors R Special
Our Rating:
of 5
9

Seniors R Special

1396 Spectrum, Irvine, CA 92618 (8.8 mi from city center)
Home Care
Our Rating:
of 5
9
Serra Sol Memory Care
Our Rating:
of 5
8.5

Serra Sol Memory Care

31451 Avenida Los Cerritos, San Juan Capistrano, CA 92675 (9.1 mi from city center)
Memory Care
Our Rating:
of 5
8.5
Care Assist Services
Our Rating:
of 5
8.5

Care Assist Services

31726 Rancho Viejo Rd, Ste 107, San Juan Capistrano, CA 92675 (9.4 mi from city center)
Home Care
Our Rating:
of 5
8.5
Ivy Glenn Terrace III
Our Rating:
of 5
8.5

Ivy Glenn Terrace III

23851 Wardlow Circle, Laguna Niguel, CA 92677 (9.4 mi from city center)
Residential Care Home
Our Rating:
of 5
8.5
Ivy Glenn Terrace I
Our Rating:
of 5
8.5

Ivy Glenn Terrace I

29571 Ivy Glenn Terrace, Laguna Niguel, CA 92677 (9.5 mi from city center)
Our Rating:
of 5
8.5
Capistrano Senior Living
Our Rating:
of 5
9.3

Capistrano Senior Living

31741 Rancho Viejo Rd, San Juan Capistrano, CA 92675 (9.5 mi from city center)
Assisted Living
Our Rating:
of 5
9.3
Adagio San Juan
Our Rating:
of 5
9.3

Adagio San Juan

31822 San Juan Creek Road, San Juan Capistrano, CA 92675 (9.5 mi from city center)
Residential Care Home
Our Rating:
of 5
9.3
Crestavilla
Our Rating:
of 5
7.2

Crestavilla

30111 Niguel Rd, Laguna Niguel, CA 92677 (9.8 mi from city center)
Assisted Living
Our Rating:
of 5
7.2

Map of Assisted Living in Rancho Santa Margarita

Find the right senior living community by location
  • Essential Home Health Care
  • Lake Forest Country Home
  • Meridian at Laguna Hills
  • Watermark Laguna Niguel
  • San Sebastian
  • ActivCare Laguna Hills
  • MorningStar of Mission Viejo
  • Ivy Park of Wellington
  • The Ivy at Wellington
  • Arcadian at Aliso
  • TheKey of San Juan Capistrano, CA
  • Ivy Park at Laguna Woods
  • Stat Response Home Care Inc
  • Belmont Village Aliso Viejo
  • Niguel Hills Villa II
  • Vividus Senior Living
  • Silverado San Juan Capistrano
  • Seniors R Special
  • Serra Sol Memory Care
  • Care Assist Services
  • Ivy Glenn Terrace III
  • Ivy Glenn Terrace I
  • Capistrano Senior Living
  • Adagio San Juan
  • Crestavilla

Senior Living Statistics for Rancho Santa Margarita, California

Average Senior Living Costs by Housing Type


The average monthly cost of assisted living in Rancho Santa Margarita is $4,024. There are many other options for care, including independent living, which costs $4,204 per month, and memory care, which averages $5,375. Nursing home costs vary from $4,531 for a semi-private room to $8,104 for a two-bedroom unit, with private rooms at $5,048, studios at $5,961, and one-bedroom options at $6,130. Costs will vary significantly depending on the facility and the level of care you choose, allowing you to find an option that best suits your budget and needs.
Housing Type Average Monthly Cost
Assisted Living $4,024
Memory Care $5,375
Independent Living $4,204
Nursing Home: Private Room $5,048
Nursing Home: Semi-Private Room $4,531
Nursing Home: Studio $5,961
Nursing Home: One Bedroom $6,130
Nursing Home: Two Bedroom $8,104

Average Cost of Assisted Living in Rancho Santa Margarita


Assisted living costs in Rancho Santa Margarita average $4,024 per month, which is a few hundred dollars more than the cost in nearby cities. For example, the average cost of assisted living in Lake Mathews is $3,612, which is $412 less than Rancho Santa Margarita.
City Average Monthly Cost
Rancho Santa Margarita $4,024

Here is how the average cost of assisted living in Rancho Santa Margarita compares to California and the national average:
Area Average Monthly Cost
Rancho Santa Margarita $4,024
California $4,357
United States $4,546

Senior Living Availability in Rancho Santa Margarita


There are currently 3 senior living facilities to choose from in Rancho Santa Margarita. Still considering where you or your loved one will settle? The surrounding area has 531 facilities to choose from, and there are a total of 1,923 facilities in the state of California.
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Rancho Santa Margarita

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Surrounding Area

1923

California

Rancho Santa Margarita Senior Demographics


In Rancho Santa Margarita, California, seniors constitute a notable 35.5% of the community's 47,702 residents. This group is slightly more female at 50.4% compared to 49.6% male. Breaking down the ages, 17.7% of the senior population are in their 50s, 11.4% in their 60s, 4% in their 70s, and 2.4% aged 80 and over. Regarding marital status, 59.7% are married, 9.1% are divorced, 28.2% have never married, and 3% are widowed. The city's senior demographic is predominantly 68.4% White, with a mix of 12.5% Asian, 20.4% Hispanic, and 11.7% identifying as mixed race. Smaller segments include 1.7% Black, 0.5% Native American, and 0.1% Pacific, along with 5.2% identifying as other, showcasing a culturally diverse community backdrop.

Population

Rancho Santa Margarita has a population of 47,702.
  • 49.6% Male
  • 50.4% Female

Marital Status

  • 59.7% Married
  • 9.1% Divorced
  • 28.2% Never Married
  • 3% Widowed

Age

Seniors make up about 35.5% of the population.
  • 17.7% in their 50s
  • 11.4% in their 60s
  • 4% in their 70s
  • 2.4% in their 80s

Diversity

  • 68.4% White
  • 1.7% Black
  • 12.5% Asian
  • 0.5% Native
  • 0.1% Pacific
  • 5.2% Identifying as Other
  • 11.7% Mixed Race
  • 20.4% Hispanic

Additional Cities with Assisted Living Near Rancho Santa Margarita

The average cost of senior living in neighboring cities of Rancho Santa Margarita, California, varies, starting at $3,955 per month in Orange and reaching $4,507 per month in Glendale. Prices are generally consistent throughout other nearby cities, including Anaheim, Torrance, Long Beach, Mission Viejo, and Newport Beach, each offering their distinct amenities for seniors.

City Average Monthly Cost
City Average Monthly Cost
Los Angeles $4,304
Anaheim $3,957
Torrance $4,156
Pasadena $4,124
Orange $3,955
Long Beach $4,087
Mission Viejo $4,315
Huntington Beach $4,003
Glendale $4,507
City Average Monthly Cost
Newport Beach $4,029
Garden Grove $3,968
Fullerton $4,144
Burbank $4,306
Laguna Niguel $4,432
San Juan Capistrano $4,280
Costa Mesa $3,979
Rancho Palos Verdes $4,011
Irvine $3,982

Senior Living Ratings Methodology

Our experts spent over 50 hours researching the best communities in each city, focusing on these key factors.

Senior Living Ratings Methodology

Available Care

We value communities that offer more than standard living services, such as memory care and independent living. We think this is beneficial for older adults, as it allows a community to meet your changing needs over time.

Amenities

Amenities can help an assisted living community feel like a luxury resort or a home away from home. Our research focuses on communities that offer extra perks and benefits for seniors to enjoy.

Location

Location can be important. Since many seniors like to have certain comforts nearby, we look at communities close to parks, shopping areas, hospitals, museums, and other practical or entertaining points of interest.

Reviews

We read through dozens of reviews for every single contender and include a summary of our findings. In most cases, we see common themes regarding positive and negative feedback about each community. Just remember not to take individual reviews at face value.

Cost

Assisted living costs vary greatly based on the facility and level of care. We considered communities that are suitable for various budgets and offer solid value. All prices listed are from community websites.