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Best Assisted Living Facilities in Boston, MA

Find local assisted living and retirement communities in the Boston, MA area.

We found 69 communities near Boston, MA
Brookdale Quincy Bay

Brookdale Quincy Bay

99 Brackett Street, Quincy, MA 02169 (6.6 mi from city center)
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Avita of Needham

Avita of Needham

880 Greendale Ave, Needham, MA 02492 (6.6 mi from city center)
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Assisted Living Residences at Hancock Park

Assisted Living Residences at Hancock Park

164 Parkingway, Quincy, MA 02169 (6.6 mi from city center)
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One on One Home Care

One on One Home Care

815 Washington St Suite 4, Newton, MA 02460 (6.6 mi from city center)
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NewBridge Independent Living

NewBridge Independent Living

5000 Great Meadow Road, Dedham, MA 02026 (6.6 mi from city center)
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Living Angels

Living Angels

3 Allied Drive., #303, Dedham, MA 02026 (6.6 mi from city center)
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Hebrew Rehabilitation Center

Hebrew Rehabilitation Center

1200 Centre Street, Boston, MA 02131 (6.6 mi from city center)
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Fuller Village

Fuller Village

1399 Blue Hill Avenue, Milton, MA 02186 (6.7 mi from city center)
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NewBridge on the Charles

NewBridge on the Charles

6000 Great Meadow Rd, Dedham, MA 02026 (6.7 mi from city center)
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Dovetail Health

Dovetail Health

140 Kendrick St, Needham, MA 02494 (6.8 mi from city center)
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Mystic Valley Elder Services

Mystic Valley Elder Services

300 Commercial St, Ste 19, Malden, MA 02148 (6.8 mi from city center)
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Comfort Keepers Inc

Comfort Keepers Inc

67 Federal Avenue, Quincy, MA 02169 (6.9 mi from city center)
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Stone Rehabilitation and Senior Living

Stone Rehabilitation and Senior Living

277 Elliot St, Newton, MA 02464 (6.9 mi from city center)
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Right at Home - Boston Metro West - Newton Upper Falls, MA

Right at Home - Boston Metro West - Newton Upper Falls, MA

1191 Chestnut St Suite 2-6, Newton, MA 02464 (7 mi from city center)
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Charter Senior Living of Dedham

Charter Senior Living of Dedham

391 Common St, Dedham, MA 02026 (7 mi from city center)
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Prospect House

Prospect House

420 Reservoir Avenue, Revere, MA 02151 (7.1 mi from city center)
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The Atrium at Faxon Woods

The Atrium at Faxon Woods

2003 Falls Boulevard, Quincy, MA 02169 (7.4 mi from city center)
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The Wingate Residences of Needham and One Wingate Way

The Wingate Residences of Needham and One Wingate Way

235 Gould Street, Needham, MA 02494 (7.5 mi from city center)
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Traditions of Dedham

Traditions of Dedham

735 Washington Street, Dedham, MA 02026 (7.5 mi from city center)
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FirstLight Home Care of West Suburban Boston, MA

FirstLight Home Care of West Suburban Boston, MA

109 Highland Avenue, Suite B-3, Needham Heights, MA 02494 (7.5 mi from city center)
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Clearview Home Care

Clearview Home Care

14 Upham St., Newton, MA 02465 (7.8 mi from city center)
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Homewatch CareGivers

Homewatch CareGivers

40 Eastern Ave, Malden, MA 02148 (8 mi from city center)
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Ameriken Caring Services

Ameriken Caring Services

199 Revere St., Revere, MA 02151 (8 mi from city center)
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Commonwealth Caregivers

Commonwealth Caregivers

56 Pickering St., Needham, MA 02492 (8.1 mi from city center)
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Comforcare Senior Svc

Comforcare Senior Svc

400 Franklin St, Braintree, MA 02184 (8.2 mi from city center)
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  • Brookdale Quincy Bay
  • Avita of Needham
  • Assisted Living Residences at Hancock Park
  • One on One Home Care
  • NewBridge Independent Living
  • Living Angels
  • Hebrew Rehabilitation Center
  • Fuller Village
  • NewBridge on the Charles
  • Dovetail Health
  • Mystic Valley Elder Services
  • Comfort Keepers Inc
  • Stone Rehabilitation and Senior Living
  • Right at Home - Boston Metro West - Newton Upper Falls, MA
  • Charter Senior Living of Dedham
  • Prospect House
  • The Atrium at Faxon Woods
  • The Wingate Residences of Needham and One Wingate Way
  • Traditions of Dedham
  • FirstLight Home Care of West Suburban Boston, MA
  • Clearview Home Care
  • Homewatch CareGivers
  • Ameriken Caring Services
  • Commonwealth Caregivers
  • Comforcare Senior Svc

Senior Living Statistics for Boston, Massachusetts

Senior Housing Costs


Based on data from 2023-2024, the cost of senior housing in Boston varies depending on the type of accommodation and level of care.
Housing Type Average Cost in Boston
Assisted Living $7,213
Memory Care $7,212
Independent Living $6,352
Nursing Home: Private Room $7,319
Nursing Home: Semi-Private Room $7,091
Nursing Home: Studio $8,083
Nursing Home: One Bedroom $9,226
Nursing Home: Two Bedroom N/A
Nursing Home: Detached Cottage N/A

Cost of Living in Boston


In 2024, the cost of living in Boston includes expenses such as housing, groceries, transportation, healthcare, and utilities, which can vary significantly based on the city's location and size.
City Average Cost
Boston $7,213
Brockton $6,886
Millis-Clicquot $6,744

Here is how the cost of living in Boston compares to Massachusetts and the national average:
Area Average Cost
Boston $7,213
Massachusetts $6,822
United States $4,546

Available Senior Living Facilities in Boston


Number of senior living facilities in:

Boston

7

Surrounding Area

285

Massachusetts

365

Boston Demographics


Based on information from 2023, here are some details around the population of Boston, such as age distribution for seniors, and racial diversity.

Population:

Boston has a population of 665,945.
  • 48.2% Male
  • 51.8% Female

Marital Status:

  • 31.3% Married
  • 9.6% Divorced
  • 55.4% Never Married
  • 3.7% Widowed

Age:

Seniors make up about 28.1% of the population.
  • 10.8% in their 50s
  • 9% in their 60s
  • 5.3% in their 70s
  • 3% in their 80s

Diversity:

  • 48.6% White
  • 22.5% Black
  • 9.7% Asian
  • 0.3% Native
  • 0.1% Pacific
  • 6.8% Identifying as Other
  • 12% Mixed Race
  • 19.6% Hispanic

Cities Near Boston

Not set on Boston? See the average cost of senior housing communities in neighboring cities.
City Average Cost
City Average Cost
Newton $7,029
Quincy $7,120
Dover $5,999
Woburn $7,178
Danvers $7,202
Cambridge $7,080
City Average Cost
Needham $6,942
Plymouth $7,315
Canton $6,992
Braintree $7,107
Beverly $6,980
Dedham $6,969
City Average Cost
Framingham $6,998
Malden $7,223
Milford $6,754
Marlborough $7,168
Portsmouth $6,125
Norwell $6,910

Senior Living Ratings Methodology

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

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.

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.

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.

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.

Staff Size

We highlighted assisted living communities that offer high staff-to-resident ratios, often with a maximum of eight residents per caregiver.