
48 Assisted Living Facilities near Murrieta, CA
With an average cost of $3,130 in Murrieta, it’s often difficult to find assisted living communities that provide high-quality care at an affordable price. At Caring.com, our mission is to make this process as smooth and painless as possible, and we’ve helped many families along the way.
This guide provides everything you need to quickly compare communities and narrow your search, including 47 unique reviews from residents and our comprehensive database that gives pricing, amenity information, photos and more on the 22 facilities in Murrieta.
Top 10 Assisted Living Facilities in Murrieta, CA
Brookdale Murrieta
Renaissance Village Murrieta
Murrieta Maples RCFE
Golden Oak Residential
Pacifica Living Center
Better Life Assisted Living
Best Life Assisted Living
Copper Canyon Senior Care
Lafayette Home Care 5
Crown Manor
Silver Moon Assisted Living
Paradise Homes
Lafayette Home Care 3
White's Love and Care Elderly Home #2
Lafayette Home Care 2
Spring Meadow Home Care
Providence Residential Care
Elderly Care Family Partners Murrieta
Atria Park of Vintage Hills
Wildomar Senior Assisted Living
Vineyard Ranch at Temecula
Chardonnay Hills Care Home
Sunny Rose Glen
Birds of Paradise Assisted Living
The Hills of Alcoba II
Guiding Hands, RCFE
Fairhill Court Elder Care
Lighthouse Residential Care
Pacifica Senior Living Menifee Valley
Eben Haven
The Hills of Alcoba I
Sun City Gardens
Benchmark Care Assisted Living
Generous Homecare
Good Life, The
Highgate at Temecula
The Grand Chateau, LLC
Sandy Lodge Care Home
Serenity Haven
What to Consider About Assisted Living in Murrieta
Located in southwestern Riverside County, Murrieta, California is a rapidly growing city with almost 12 percent of residents ages 65 and over. Aging adults looking for assisted living facilities in Murrieta will find 21 there and 37 in nearby cities. These facilities are licensed and regulated by the California Department of Social Services, Community Care Licensing Division.
Benefits and Drawbacks of Assisted Living in Murrieta
- The cost of living in Murrieta is considered higher than the national average by 36 percent. It is lower than the state average by 16 percent, which makes it one of the more affordable cities for seniors with a limited income.
- The Murrieta area is home to world-class medical facilities, including Rancho Springs Medical Center, Loma Linda University Medical Center and Inland Valley Medical Center in the event of medical emergencies or illnesses.
- Murrieta residents experience some of the worse air quality conditions in the nation. The Air Quality Index (AQI) reports constant Ozone and particle pollutants due to pollen and wildfires. The city is ranked in the top 10 for worse air quality in three categories by the American Lung Association (ALC).
- Seniors can enjoy the mild year-round weather in Murrieta, with temperature lows averaging between 40 degrees to 60 degrees Fahrenheit. The warmest months, June through November, have an average high-temperature between 75 to 82 degrees Fahrenheit. The average high for winter averages between 68 to 73 degrees Fahrenheit.
- Murrieta is considered one of the safest places to live in the nation with a crime rate lower than 73 percent of California neighborhoods. Seniors can enjoy a evening walk, feeling safe, knowing the town has almost no violent crime rate.
- California is not tax-friendly and doesn't provide seniors with any tax-exemption on retirement income besides SSI. Murrieta residents have a 7.5 percent sales tax, which is lower than the 8.54 percent state average.
Paying for Assisted Living in Murrieta
Average Monthly Costs
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Assisted Living costs in Murrieta start around $3,114 per month on average, while the nationwide average cost of assisted living is $4,000 per month, according to the latest figures from Genworth’s Cost of Care Survey.
It’s important to note that assisted living rates in Murrieta and the surrounding suburbs can vary widely based on factors such as location, the level of care needed, apartment size and the types of amenities offered at each community.
Financial Assistance for Assisted Living in Murrieta
Eligible seniors can find financial assistance services in Murrieta through the Home and Community-Based Services (HCBS) Assisted Living Waiver (ALW), Supplemental Security Income (SSI) and the optional state supplement (OSS).
Learn more about these programs, plus who’s eligible, on our Assisted Living in California page.


More Ways to Pay for Assisted Living
While many families use their own funds or personal assets to pay for assisted living, there are plenty of additional options to cover these costs. Some additional ways to finance assisted living costs include:
- Veterans Benefits
- Life Insurance Policy
- Long-Term Care Insurance
- Reverse Mortgage
For more information about different ways to finance assisted living, visit our Assisted Living in California page.
Free Assisted Living Resources in Murrieta
Murrieta and the surrounding area are home to numerous government agencies and non-profit organizations offering help for seniors searching for or currently residing in an assisted living community. These organizations can also provide assistance in a number of other eldercare services such as geriatric care management, elder law advice, estate planning, finding home care and health and wellness programs.
To see a list of free assisted living resources in Murrieta, please visit our Assisted Living in California page.
Assisted Living Laws and Regulations in Murrieta
Murrieta-area assisted living communities must adhere to the comprehensive set of state laws and regulations that all assisted living communities in California are required to follow. Visit our Assisted Living in California page for more information about these laws.


Other Options in Murrieta, CA
Recent Reviews of Assisted Living in Murrieta
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Review of Silver Moon Assisted Living
My dad currently lives here and this is truly the nicest assisted living home I’ve ever seen (and he’s been at a lot). The owner, April, is so kind and communicates so well with things regarding my... Read more
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Review of Renaissance Village Murrieta
I would call Renaissance Village Murrieta resort-ish. I was very impressed. I would live there. Everybody was excellent. We saw the residents and they were perfectly content. They had things to ent... Read more
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Review of Renaissance Village Murrieta
Renaissance Village Murrieta had just three nurses on three floors in the evening, and it wasn't enough care. It was very pretty, and the rooms were very pretty, but they had a third floor that cou... Read more
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