25 Independent Living Communities in Alameda County, CA
The average cost of independent living in Alameda County is $4,018 per month. This is higher than the national median of $2,485. Cheaper nearby regions include Contra Costa County with an average starting cost of $3,584.
To help you with your search, browse the 88 reviews below for independent living communities in Alameda County. On average, consumers rate independent living in Alameda County 4.3 out of 5 stars. Better rated regions include Contra Costa County with an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars.
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Top 10 Independent Living Communities in Alameda County, CA
Caring Star 2015
Casa Sandoval Senior Living
Provides: Independent Living
1200 Russell Way, Hayward, CA 94541
"Casa Sandoval was nice. Everything seemed clean, I saw the apartments, and they were fine, but I didn't care for the two-bedroom. The food looked nice; the lady was nice and gave us a lot of..." More
"Casa Sandoval was nice. Everything seemed clean, I saw the apartments, and they were fine, but I didn't care for the two-bedroom. The food looked nice; the lady was nice and gave us a lot of..." More
Caring Star 2021
Baywood Court
Provides: Independent Living
21966 Dolores Street, Castro Valley, CA 94546
"Baywood Court was really nice. If I was going to stay up here, that's where my mother would go. They had quite a long waiting list though because it is the best, nicest facility around here. The..." More
"Baywood Court was really nice. If I was going to stay up here, that's where my mother would go. They had quite a long waiting list though because it is the best, nicest facility around here. The..." More
Caring Star 2016
Cogir of Fremont Senior Living
Provides: Independent Living
2860 Country Drive, Fremont, CA 94536
"I am interested in Brookdale. The tour guide was the best one so far as he was very knowledgeable. The campus was very nice, and the whole atmosphere was cheerful. We saw a one-bedroom apartment." More
"I am interested in Brookdale. The tour guide was the best one so far as he was very knowledgeable. The campus was very nice, and the whole atmosphere was cheerful. We saw a one-bedroom apartment." More
Caring Star 2016
Carlton Senior Living Fremont
Provides: Independent Living
3800 Walnut Avenue, Fremont, CA 94538
"Our visit at Carlton Senior Living Fremont was wonderful; it's a very lovely place. I liked how nice and clean it was. I liked that they have a restaurant type area for you to have dinner, instead..." More
"Our visit at Carlton Senior Living Fremont was wonderful; it's a very lovely place. I liked how nice and clean it was. I liked that they have a restaurant type area for you to have dinner, instead..." More
Pacifica Senior Living Oakland Heights
Provides: Independent Living
2361 E 29th St, Oakland, CA 94606
"Peaceful, resourceful. Clients appear relaxed and able to cheerful. Staff very helpful." More
"Peaceful, resourceful. Clients appear relaxed and able to cheerful. Staff very helpful." More
Carlton Senior Living San Leandro
Provides: Independent Living
1000 East 14th Street, San Leandro, CA 94577
"Carlton Plaza of San Leandro was absolutely lovely. It was everything my father would have loved. It was a lovely setting, and he absolutely adored it. They had a wonderful restaurant. The people..." More
"Carlton Plaza of San Leandro was absolutely lovely. It was everything my father would have loved. It was a lovely setting, and he absolutely adored it. They had a wonderful restaurant. The people..." More
Acacia Creek
Provides: Independent Living
34400 Mission Boulevard, Union City, CA 94587
"We liked Acacia Creek. The rooms were very nice and had a full kitchen with a stove. It was beautiful. The accommodations and the amenities were very nice. The food was more than adequate. They had..." More
"We liked Acacia Creek. The rooms were very nice and had a full kitchen with a stove. It was beautiful. The accommodations and the amenities were very nice. The food was more than adequate. They had..." More
The Lake Merritt - Independent Senior...
Provides: Independent Living
1800 Madison Street, Oakland, CA 94612
"We went to The Lake Merritt Independent Senior Living. The lady was great, knew what she was talking about, and was very attentive. The property was very nice. The apartments were nice and cozy and..." More
"We went to The Lake Merritt Independent Senior Living. The lady was great, knew what she was talking about, and was very attentive. The property was very nice. The apartments were nice and cozy and..." More
The Point at Rockridge
Provides: Independent Living
4500 Gilbert Street, Oakland, CA 94611
"The food was really good, and the waiters were very friendly and receptive. You just put your hand up and they come and get you anything you want if they can. They were receptive to modifying the..." More
"The food was really good, and the waiters were very friendly and receptive. You just put your hand up and they come and get you anything you want if they can. They were receptive to modifying the..." More
Belmont Village Albany
Provides: Independent Living
1100 San Pablo Ave, Albany, CA 94706
"Belmont Village Albany, affiliated with the University of California, Berkeley, offers a collaborative experience that embraces Albany’s community-oriented character while sharing the benefits of..." More
"Belmont Village Albany, affiliated with the University of California, Berkeley, offers a collaborative experience that embraces Albany’s community-oriented character while sharing the benefits of..." More
Grand Lake Gardens
Provides: Independent Living
401 Santa Clara Avenue, Oakland, CA 94610
"Living well means more than great dining and the attractions of the Grand-Lakeshore District. Our thoughtfully designed wellness programs for the mind, body, and spirit will help you reach your..." More
"Living well means more than great dining and the attractions of the Grand-Lakeshore District. Our thoughtfully designed wellness programs for the mind, body, and spirit will help you reach your..." More
Caring Star 2018
Heritage Estates
Provides: Independent Living
900 E. Stanley Blvd., Livermore, CA 94550
"I really liked Heritage Estates. It was fairly new, beautiful, and had upgraded amenities. The people were very friendly." More
"I really liked Heritage Estates. It was fairly new, beautiful, and had upgraded amenities. The people were very friendly." More
Caring Star 2019
Waters Edge Lodge
Provides: Independent Living
801 Island Drive, Alameda, CA 94501
"Waters Edge Lodge wasn't super nice, but it was OK, and the location was great. The staff was really nice, and the place seemed happy. I saw the dining room, exercise room, a little café, and a rec..." More
"Waters Edge Lodge wasn't super nice, but it was OK, and the location was great. The staff was really nice, and the place seemed happy. I saw the dining room, exercise room, a little café, and a rec..." More
Marymount Villa
Provides: Independent Living
345 Davis St, San Leandro, CA 94577
"At Marymount Villa we believe everyone can find meaning and joy in life, even when they need a little help with daily living. We offer independent, assisted living, respite and hospice..." More
"At Marymount Villa we believe everyone can find meaning and joy in life, even when they need a little help with daily living. We offer independent, assisted living, respite and hospice..." More
Merrill Gardens at Rockridge
Provides: Independent Living
5238 Coronado Ave., Oakland, CA 94618
"I moved into Merrill Gardens at Rockridge. It's wonderful, it's very open, clean, and bright and peaceful. The staff is without exception caring, very intelligent, and very helpful. I'm very happy...." More
"I moved into Merrill Gardens at Rockridge. It's wonderful, it's very open, clean, and bright and peaceful. The staff is without exception caring, very intelligent, and very helpful. I'm very happy...." More
Piedmont Gardens CCRC
Provides: Independent Living
110 41st Street, Oakland, CA 94611
"A full service continuing care retirement community (CCRC) dedicated to enriching the lives of East Bay Area seniors while offering innovative programs and flexible residency options. Offering a..." More
"A full service continuing care retirement community (CCRC) dedicated to enriching the lives of East Bay Area seniors while offering innovative programs and flexible residency options. Offering a..." More
The Watermark By The Bay
Provides: Independent Living
1440 40th Street, Emeryville, CA 94608
"I'd give this place 10 stars if I could. It's fabulous. They offer assisted living, independent living, and dementia care.
It's in a new building in an arty part of Emeryville that's really a work..." More
"I'd give this place 10 stars if I could. It's fabulous. They offer assisted living, independent living, and dementia care.
It's in a new building in an arty part of Emeryville that's really a work..." More
St. Regis Retirement Center
Provides: Independent Living
23950 Mission Boulevard, Hayward, CA 94544
"I moved into St. Regis Retirement Center. The bathrooms are very small; there's just a shower and there are only two handholds to get into the shower. I've had a stroke and I'm 50% paralyzed so..." More
"I moved into St. Regis Retirement Center. The bathrooms are very small; there's just a shower and there are only two handholds to get into the shower. I've had a stroke and I'm 50% paralyzed so..." More
Arbor Vista Senior Apartments
Provides: Independent Living
1300 S. Livermore Avenue, Livermore, CA 94550
"Great changes in the last 2-3 years. Staff is friendly. The landlord made a miracle happen so quickly. My mom loves it there.
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"Great changes in the last 2-3 years. Staff is friendly. The landlord made a miracle happen so quickly. My mom loves it there.
" More
Berkeley Town House
Provides: Independent Living
2550 Dana Street, Berkeley, CA 94704
"We moved here in 2009 and find the location superb. It's a 10-minute walk from the University of California, Berkeley, and its many public lectures, seminars, exhibits, and performances. The..." More
"We moved here in 2009 and find the location superb. It's a 10-minute walk from the University of California, Berkeley, and its many public lectures, seminars, exhibits, and performances. The..." More
Newark Gardens
Provides: Independent Living
35300 Cedar Boulevard, Newark, CA 94560
"The residents in Newark Gardens II are in their 60s and 70s. They're very happy with the activities that the facility arranges for them. It seems like majority of the residents are Chinese. There..." More
"The residents in Newark Gardens II are in their 60s and 70s. They're very happy with the activities that the facility arranges for them. It seems like majority of the residents are Chinese. There..." More
The Groves at Dublin Ranch
Provides: Independent Living
3115 Finnian Way, Dublin, CA 94568
"I chose to live at Dublin Ranch Senior Apartments because it was near where I stayed before. I liked that it was quiet and clean. They had small and big rooms which were all nice. I stayed in one..." More
"I chose to live at Dublin Ranch Senior Apartments because it was near where I stayed before. I liked that it was quiet and clean. They had small and big rooms which were all nice. I stayed in one..." More
Vineyard Village Apartments
Provides: Independent Living
3700 Pacific Avenue, Livermore, CA 94550
"I stayed at Vineyard Village Apartments for almost 12 years. It was a one-story, old building. It was very well-kept despite the old age. My apartment had a one-bed bedroom, dining area, living..." More
"I stayed at Vineyard Village Apartments for almost 12 years. It was a one-story, old building. It was very well-kept despite the old age. My apartment had a one-bed bedroom, dining area, living..." More
Heritage Park Livermore
Provides: Independent Living
1089 Bluebell Drive, Livermore, CA 94551
"I chose Heritage Park Livermore because they were the only place available at that time. It's an over-55 community, so there's not a lot of elderly people there but there's a lot of younger people..." More
"I chose Heritage Park Livermore because they were the only place available at that time. It's an over-55 community, so there's not a lot of elderly people there but there's a lot of younger people..." More
Hayward Village Senior Apartments
Provides: Independent Living
22078 Arbor Avenue,, Hayward, CA 94541
"I used to stay at Hayward Village. They don't have much amenities. They had a swimming at the back but it was rarely used. They had a small community room, which was like a library where they held..." More
"I used to stay at Hayward Village. They don't have much amenities. They had a swimming at the back but it was rarely used. They had a small community room, which was like a library where they held..." More
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Review of Stoneridge Creek
I picked Stoneridge Creek because there were so many worthwhile activities that met my needs like water exercise. I know the City Pleasanton, the facility was very pretty, and it had green grass. T... Read more
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Review of Merrill Gardens at Rockridge
I moved into Merrill Gardens at Rockridge. It's wonderful, it's very open, clean, and bright and peaceful. The staff is without exception caring, very intelligent, and very helpful. I'm very happy.... Read more
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Review of St. Regis Retirement Center
I moved into St. Regis Retirement Center. The bathrooms are very small; there's just a shower and there are only two handholds to get into the shower. I've had a stroke and I'm 50% paralyzed so it'... Read more
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