Senior Living & Senior Housing in Santa Monica, CA
Explore 29 senior living and senior housing options in Santa Monica, CA — from retirement communities and independent living to assisted living and memory care. Compare all 29 senior communities in Santa Monica using state-licensed data.
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851 4th Street
Best for residents seeking a smaller, intimate upscale community with restaurant-style dining and 24-hour nursing support. The social activities and full housekeeping services create a refined, low-maintenance lifestyle.
2107 Ocean Ave
Best for those looking to age in place, with a full continuum of care from independent living through memory care available on-site as needs evolve. This upscale, medium-sized community offers restaurant-style dining, extensive outdoor spaces including gardens and a putting green, fitness amenities, and pet-friendly living.
851 2nd St
Best for those looking to age in place, with a full continuum from independent living through memory care available on-site as needs evolve. This premium, medium-sized community offers pet-friendly living, outdoor garden spaces, fitness and wellness amenities, and an active social calendar with on-site transportation.
1312 15th St
Best for active residents seeking upscale assisted living with restaurant-style dining and garden access, with memory care services available on-site should needs evolve.
1447 17th Street
Best for residents seeking comprehensive care support with 24-hour nursing and medication management in a medium-sized community. The combination of restaurant-style dining, fitness center, and organized social activities suits those wanting both wellness services and an engaging community life.
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