Best Assisted Living Facilities in San Marcos, CA

Find local assisted living and retirement communities in the San Marcos, CA area.

Whether you're a San Marcos resident looking for assisted living or considering moving to the city for senior care, there are plenty of options to meet your needs, lifestyle, and budget. There are 12 facilities in total to support the city's seniors, which make up around 29.8% of the population. Wondering how much assisted living costs in the city? Monthly average costs currently sit at $4,869. This article will discuss the best assisted living options in San Marcos to help you find the right home for your loved one.

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229 Communities were found near San Marcos, CA
Right at Home - San Marcos, CA
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4.5

Right at Home - San Marcos, CA

310 Via Vera Cruz #207, San Marcos, CA 92078 (0.9 mi from city center)
Home Care

Right at Home San Marcos provides personalized in-home care and support for seniors and adults with disabilities.

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4.5
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Right at Home San Marcos
Our Rating:
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4.5

Right at Home San Marcos

310 Via Vera Cruz #207, San Marcos, CA 92078 (0.9 mi from city center)
Home Care Memory Care Respite Care

Right at Home San Marcos provides personalized in-home care and support services for seniors and adults with disabilities, focusing on maintaining their independence and quality of life.

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4.5
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Family Matters In-Home Care - San Marcos, CA
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5

Family Matters In-Home Care - San Marcos, CA

100 E. San Marcos Blvd. Suite 400, San Marcos, CA 92069 (1 mi from city center)
Home Care

Family Matters In-Home Care provides non-medical home care services in San Marcos, California and throughout the Greater San Diego area.

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5
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Blue Skies of San Marcos
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4.5

Blue Skies of San Marcos

1119 Via Vera Cruz, San Marcos, CA 92078 (1.2 mi from city center)
Assisted Living Memory Care

Blue Skies Homes San Marcos is an excellent senior assisted-living facility located at 1119 Via Vera Cruz, San Marcos, CA 92078.

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4.5
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Coastal Living at San Marcos 55+ Active Living Community
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5

Coastal Living at San Marcos 55+ Active Living Community

768 Woodward St, San Marcos, CA 92069 (1.5 mi from city center)
Independent Living Senior Apartments

Coastal Living at San Marcos 55+ Active Living Community is a senior living facility offering independent living options.

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5
Pet-friendly
Pool
Fitness center and classes
Outdoor areas
Resident parking
Guest parking
Social and common areas
One Bedroom - Request A Quote For Details
Two Bedroom - Starting at $2,900 per month
Sapphire Pacific - Chardonnay
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5

Sapphire Pacific - Chardonnay

484 Chardonnay Ct, San Marcos, CA 92069 (1.6 mi from city center)
Residential Care Home

Sapphire Chardonnay is a Residential Care Facility for the Elderly (RCFE) in San Diego County.

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5
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Shared Bedroom - Request A Quote For Details
Brookdale San Marcos
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4.5

Brookdale San Marcos

1590 West San Marcos Boulevard, San Marcos, CA 92078 (1.7 mi from city center)
Assisted Living Residential Care Home

Brookdale San Marcos offers assisted living with personalized care services, including assistance with bathing, dressing, and other daily activities, in a comfortable and supportive environment.

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4.5
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Fitness center and classes
Beauty salon/Barber shop
Art classes
Outdoor areas
Guest parking
Library
Laundry services
Gardening
Social and common areas
Transportation services
Studio - Request A Quote For Details
One Bedroom - Starting at $3,790 per month
Two Bedroom - Request A Quote For Details

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Silvergate Retirement Residence - San Marcos
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5

Silvergate Retirement Residence - San Marcos

1550 Security Pl, San Marcos, CA 92078 (1.8 mi from city center)
Assisted Living Independent Living Memory Care

Silvergate Retirement Residence is a full-service retirement community offering Independent Living, Assisted Living, and Memory Care in San Marcos, CA.

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5
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Wi-Fi
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Dining room
Fitness center and classes
Beauty salon/Barber shop
Technology center
Outdoor areas
Resident parking
Guest parking
Library
Laundry services
Social and common areas
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Studio - Request A Quote For Details
One Bedroom - Starting at $2,995 per month
Two Bedroom - Request A Quote For Details
Shared Bedroom - Request A Quote For Details
AAll Care In Home Services
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5

AAll Care In Home Services

1030 La Bonita Dr #338, Lake San Marcos, CA 92078 (2.1 mi from city center)
Home Care

AALL CARE In Home Services provides non-medical in-home care giving services tailored to meet the unique needs of seniors in their own homes.

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5
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Catered Living at Chateau Lake San Marcos
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5

Catered Living at Chateau Lake San Marcos

1502 Circa Del Lago, San Marcos, CA 92078 (2.2 mi from city center)
Assisted Living Independent Living Memory Care

Chateau Lake San Marcos is a resident-owned retirement community offering independent living, assisted living, and memory care options in a resort-style setting.

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5
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Wi-Fi
Pet-friendly
Concierge services
Pool
Meals
Dining room
Fitness center and classes
Technology center
Art classes
Outdoor areas
Resident parking
Guest parking
Library
Laundry services
Social and common areas
Transportation services
Studio - Request A Quote For Details
One Bedroom - Request A Quote For Details
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Summer Hill Rest Home II
Our Rating:
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4.5

Summer Hill Rest Home II

558 Similax Road, San Marcos, CA 92069 (2.4 mi from city center)
Residential Care Home

Summer Hill Rest Home II is an 11-person residential care home that offers supportive services to seniors aged 60 and over.

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4.5
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Country Rose Estate Memory Care
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5

Country Rose Estate Memory Care

1255 Adventure Ln, San Marcos, CA 92069 (2.6 mi from city center)
Assisted Living Memory Care

Country Rose Estate Memory Care specializes in creating tailored programs for Alzheimer's and other related dementia, offering a large secure outdoor area for clients who may be wander risks.

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5
Housekeeping services
Pet-friendly
Meals
Dining room
Outdoor areas
Social and common areas
Shared Bedroom - Starting at $5,000 per month
Overture of San Marcos 55+ Apartment Homes
Our Rating:
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3.5

Overture of San Marcos 55+ Apartment Homes

736 Center Drive, San Marcos, CA 92069 (3 mi from city center)
Independent Living Senior Apartments

Overture San Marcos 55+ Apartment Homes is a senior living community offering independent living apartments with resort-inspired amenities and services focused on active adults.

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Our Rating:
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3.5
Pet-friendly
Pool
Fitness center and classes
Outdoor areas
Resident parking
Guest parking
Library
Laundry services
Screening room
Social and common areas
One Bedroom - Request A Quote For Details
Two Bedroom - Request A Quote For Details
Vista Gardens
Our Rating:
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5

Vista Gardens

1863 Devon Pl, Vista, CA 92084 (3.5 mi from city center)
Memory Care

Vista Gardens Memory Care is a senior living community that provides personalized care services for individuals with memory issues, including Alzheimer’s, Parkinson’s-related dementia, and mild cognitive impairment.

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5
Housekeeping services
Pet-friendly
Meals
Dining room
Beauty salon/Barber shop
Outdoor areas
Gardening
Social and common areas
Transportation services
Shared Bedroom - Starting at $7,000 per month
Rose Garden
Our Rating:
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5

Rose Garden

1266 Pleiades Dr, Vista, CA 92084 (3.9 mi from city center)
Assisted Living Residential Care Home

Rose Garden is a senior living community in Vista, CA, offering assisted living services with a focus on individualized care, medication management, and daily living assistance.

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5
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Gardening
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Shared Bedroom - Request A Quote For Details
Rose Garden
Our Rating:
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5

Rose Garden

1266 Pleiades Drive, Vista, CA 92084 (3.9 mi from city center)
Assisted Living Residential Care Home

Rose Garden is a residential care home in Vista, CA, offering assisted living services.

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Our Rating:
of 5
5
Housekeeping services
Pet-friendly
Meals
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Shared Bedroom - Request A Quote For Details
Champine Manor
Our Rating:
of 5
4.5

Champine Manor

1725 Tobacco Rd., Escondido, CA 92026 (3.9 mi from city center)
Assisted Living Memory Care Residential Care Home

Champine Manor is a memory care facility in Escondido, CA, that cares for seniors with Alzheimer's and dementia.

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4.5
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Pet-friendly
Pool
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Dining room
Beauty salon/Barber shop
Art classes
Outdoor areas
Resident parking
Social and common areas
Transportation services
Silverado Senior Living - Escondido
Our Rating:
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4.5

Silverado Senior Living - Escondido

1500 Borden Road, Escondido, CA 92026 (4.2 mi from city center)
Memory Care Residential Care Home

Silverado Escondido is a specialized memory care community dedicated to enriching life for the memory impaired.

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4.5
Pet-friendly
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Kings Care Assisted Living, LLC
Our Rating:
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4.5

Kings Care Assisted Living, LLC

247 Presley Place, Vista, CA 92083 (4.2 mi from city center)
Assisted Living Memory Care Residential Care Home

Kings Care Assisted Living, LLC provides assisted living services for seniors needing help with daily living activities in a supportive and active lifestyle environment.

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Our Rating:
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4.5
Housekeeping services
Pet-friendly
Meals
Outdoor areas
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Social and common areas
Transportation services
Shared Bedroom - Request A Quote For Details
Windsor Gardens
Our Rating:
of 5
4.5

Windsor Gardens

1600 W 9th Ave, Escondido, CA 92029 (4.3 mi from city center)
Independent Living Senior Apartments

Windsor Gardens is a 132-unit affordable senior community in Escondido, California.

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Our Rating:
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4.5
Outdoor areas
Social and common areas
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Avocado Creek
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5

Avocado Creek

1080 Avocado Ave, Escondido, CA 92026 (4.4 mi from city center)
Assisted Living Residential Care Home

Avocado Creek is a small, home-like assisted living facility in Escondido, CA, providing compassionate care and various amenities to its residents.

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5
Housekeeping services
Pet-friendly
Meals
Dining room
Fitness center and classes
Beauty salon/Barber shop
Art classes
Outdoor areas
Resident parking
Library
Laundry services
Social and common areas
Transportation services
Shared Bedroom - Starting at $3,000 per month
Vista del Lago
Our Rating:
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4.5

Vista del Lago

1817 Avenida del Diablo, Escondido, CA 92029 (4.6 mi from city center)
Memory Care

Vista del Lago is a memory care community specializing in the needs of seniors with Alzheimer's disease and other related dementias.

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Our Rating:
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4.5
Pet-friendly
Meals
Dining room
Beauty salon/Barber shop
Art classes
Outdoor areas
Social and common areas
Studio - Request A Quote For Details
Shared Bedroom - Request A Quote For Details
Hawkins Suite
Our Rating:
of 5
4.5

Hawkins Suite

1723 Casero Place, Escondido, CA 92029 (4.6 mi from city center)
Assisted Living Residential Care Home

Hawkins Suite is an assisted living facility in Escondido, California, offering a range of accommodations and care services.

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Our Rating:
of 5
4.5
Housekeeping services
Concierge services
Meals
Art classes
Outdoor areas
Resident parking
Laundry services
Social and common areas
Transportation services
One Bedroom - Starting at $6,641 per month
Shared Bedroom - Request A Quote For Details
La Costa Elder Care
Our Rating:
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4.5

La Costa Elder Care

2641 Abedul Street, Carlsbad, CA 92009 (4.6 mi from city center)
Assisted Living Memory Care Residential Care Home

La Costa Elder Care provides assisted living services for up to 6 seniors in Carlsbad, CA.

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Our Rating:
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4.5
Housekeeping services
Pet-friendly
Meals
Outdoor areas
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One Bedroom - Starting at $6,500 per month
Las Villas Del Norte
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4.5

Las Villas Del Norte

1325 Las Villas Way, Escondido, CA 92026 (4.7 mi from city center)
Assisted Living Independent Living Memory Care

Las Villas del Norte is a senior living community in Escondido, CA, offering independent living, assisted living, and memory care services.

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4.5
Housekeeping services
Pet-friendly
Pool
Meals
Dining room
Fitness center and classes
Beauty salon/Barber shop
Outdoor areas
Library
Laundry services
Social and common areas
Transportation services
Studio - Request A Quote For Details
One Bedroom - Request A Quote For Details
Shared Bedroom - Request A Quote For Details

Map of Assisted Living in San Marcos

Find the right senior living community by location
  • Right at Home - San Marcos, CA
  • Right at Home San Marcos
  • Family Matters In-Home Care - San Marcos, CA
  • Blue Skies of San Marcos
  • Coastal Living at San Marcos 55+ Active Living Community
  • Sapphire Pacific - Chardonnay
  • Brookdale San Marcos
  • Silvergate Retirement Residence - San Marcos
  • AAll Care In Home Services
  • Catered Living at Chateau Lake San Marcos
  • Summer Hill Rest Home II
  • Country Rose Estate Memory Care
  • Overture of San Marcos 55+ Apartment Homes
  • Vista Gardens
  • Rose Garden
  • Rose Garden
  • Champine Manor
  • Silverado Senior Living - Escondido
  • Kings Care Assisted Living, LLC
  • Windsor Gardens
  • Avocado Creek
  • Vista del Lago
  • Hawkins Suite
  • La Costa Elder Care
  • Las Villas Del Norte

Senior Living Statistics for San Marcos, California

Average Senior Living Costs by Housing Type


San Marcos, California offers a variety of senior housing options at different price points. The most expensive option is a detached cottage in a nursing home, which averages $8,576 per month. Meanwhile, the least expensive option is assisted living, averaging $4,869 per month. Independent living is another fairly affordable option at $5,184 per month, while memory care and other types of nursing home units can also be on the pricier side.
Housing Type Average Monthly Cost
Assisted Living $4,869
Memory Care $6,220
Independent Living $5,184
Nursing Home: Private Room $5,500
Nursing Home: Semi-Private Room $4,643
Nursing Home: Studio $5,226
Nursing Home: One Bedroom $5,787
Nursing Home: Two Bedroom $6,689
Nursing Home: Detached Cottage $8,576

Average Cost of Assisted Living in San Marcos


Assisted living costs a monthly average of 4869 in San Marcos. While costs vary based on the level of care and community, San Marcos is generally pricier than nearby options. For example, assisted living in Murrieta costs $3,486 per month on average, and in French Valley, it's $3,249 per month. Compared to the state average of $4,357 and the national average of $4,546, San Marcos stands out for its higher costs.
City Average Monthly Cost
San Marcos $4,869
Murrieta $3,486
French Valley $3,249

Here is how the average cost of assisted living in San Marcos compares to California and the national average:
Area Average Monthly Cost
San Marcos $4,869
California $4,357
United States $4,546

Senior Living Availability in San Marcos


San Marcos offers several options for senior living communities - 12 to be exact. For those who are not set on living in San Marcos, there are 229 facilities in the surrounding area and 2,558 throughout California.
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San Marcos

229

Surrounding Area

2558

California

San Marcos Senior Demographics


Seniors make up 29.8% of the population in San Marcos. The gender distribution is fairly even with 49.6% male and 50.4% female residents. The age breakdown is 11.4% in their 50s, 9.3% in their 60s, 6.1% in their 70s, and 3% over 80. In terms of marital status, 52.5% are married, 9.6% are divorced, 32.9% have never married, and 5% are widowed. The city's diversity includes 55.1% White, 37.3% Hispanic, 19.3% mixed race, and 10.9% Asian.

Population

San Marcos has a population of 94,078.
  • 49.6% Male
  • 50.4% Female

Marital Status

  • 52.5% Married
  • 9.6% Divorced
  • 32.9% Never Married
  • 5% Widowed

Age

Seniors make up about 29.8% of the population.
  • 11.4% in their 50s
  • 9.3% in their 60s
  • 6.1% in their 70s
  • 3% in their 80s

Diversity

  • 55.1% White
  • 1.5% Black
  • 10.9% Asian
  • 0.8% Native
  • 0.1% Pacific
  • 12.4% Identifying as Other
  • 19.3% Mixed Race
  • 37.3% Hispanic

Additional Cities with Assisted Living Near San Marcos

The average cost of senior living in cities near San Marcos, California varies. Some of the more affordable options include Fallbrook ($4,318 per month) and Imperial Beach ($4,223 per month). Moderately-priced options include Santee ($4,532 per month) and Oceanside ($4,552 per month). Some of the more expensive cities are Carlsbad ($4,856 per month) and Encinitas ($4,726 per month).

City Average Monthly Cost
City Average Monthly Cost
San Diego $4,570
Escondido $4,676
Carlsbad $4,856
Oceanside $4,552
El Cajon $4,502
La Mesa $4,711
Vista $4,689
Chula Vista $4,363
Poway $4,577
City Average Monthly Cost
Encinitas $4,726
National City $4,388
Lemon Grove $4,579
Santee $4,532
Fallbrook $4,318
Alpine $4,197
Spring Valley $4,491
Imperial Beach $4,223
Ramona $4,495

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.