Senior Living & Senior Housing in Palo Alto, CA
Explore 14 senior living and senior housing options in Palo Alto, CA — from retirement communities and independent living to assisted living and memory care. Compare all 14 senior communities in Palo Alto using state-licensed data.
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850 Webster Street
Best for active retirees seeking an upscale, medium-sized community with restaurant-style dining, fitness amenities, and a robust social calendar. The on-site gardens and courtyard spaces, combined with housekeeping and transportation services, suit those who want to remain engaged without managing household logistics.
2701 El Camino Real
Best for active residents seeking upscale amenities and restaurant-style dining in a medium-sized community, with memory care services available on-site should needs evolve.
899 East Charleston Road
Best for active residents seeking upscale amenities, restaurant-style dining, and outdoor gardens with walking paths, plus a fitness center and robust social programming. Pet owners and those wanting room flexibility will find options suited to their needs.
4075 El Camino Way
Best for active residents seeking upscale assisted living with private accommodations and a full social calendar, supported by 24-hour nursing and accessible outdoor spaces including courtyards and patios.
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