The 10 Best Independent Living Communities in Berkeley, CA for 2023
Also serving communities of Albany.
There are 30 Independent Living Communities in the Berkeley area, with 2 in Berkeley and 28 nearby.
The average cost of independent living in Berkeley is $7,400 per month. This is higher than the national median of $2,815. Cheaper nearby regions include Oakland with an average starting cost of $4,419.
To help you with your search, browse the 114 reviews below for independent living communities in Berkeley. On average, consumers rate independent living in Berkeley 4.0 out of 5 stars. Better rated regions include Oakland with an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars.
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Directory of Independent Living Communities in Berkeley, CA
Elegance Berkeley
Provides: Independent Living
2100 San Pablo Ave, Berkeley, CA 94702
"Situated in Poet’s Corner between the West Berkeley Design Loop and the International Marketplace District, Elegance Berkeley is designed to help the Bay Area’s active elders continue to..." More
"Situated in Poet’s Corner between the West Berkeley Design Loop and the International Marketplace District, Elegance Berkeley is designed to help the Bay Area’s active elders continue to..." 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
Pacifica Senior Living Oakland Heights
Provides: Independent Living
2361 E 29th St, Oakland, CA 94606
"The staff are very dedicated to the general welfare of all the residents by creating a great sense community with various activities - such as weekly social events and movies, etc. The food is..." More
"The staff are very dedicated to the general welfare of all the residents by creating a great sense community with various activities - such as weekly social events and movies, etc. The food is..." More
The Point at Rockridge
Provides: Independent Living
4500 Gilbert Street, Oakland, CA 94611
"The Point at Rockridge had a lot more staff than the other places we went to. The apartment was nice and they had very nice balconies. They also have tons of activities. They have art classes,..." More
"The Point at Rockridge had a lot more staff than the other places we went to. The apartment was nice and they had very nice balconies. They also have tons of activities. They have art classes,..." More
Coterie Cathedral Hill
Provides: Independent Living
1001 Van Ness Ave, San Francisco, CA 94109
"This is absolutely a top-notch place to call home! They have valet parking for visitors and residents, 24/7 security, staff befitting of a luxury hotel, and fabulous amenities and daily activities..." More
"This is absolutely a top-notch place to call home! They have valet parking for visitors and residents, 24/7 security, staff befitting of a luxury hotel, and fabulous amenities and daily activities..." More
Byron Park
Provides: Independent Living
1700 Tice Valley Boulevard, Walnut Creek, CA 94595
"I liked Byron Park very much. I did a virtual tour and then we went in person to see them. What I liked, they're on a busy street, they have a large courtyard, and they have lots of activities that..." More
"I liked Byron Park very much. I did a virtual tour and then we went in person to see them. What I liked, they're on a busy street, they have a large courtyard, and they have lots of activities that..." More
Truewood by Merrill, Pinole
Provides: Independent Living
2621 Appian Way, Pinole, CA 94564
"My sister is very comfortable here. The rooms were very nice and had have multiple options, like a studio, one-bedroom, and something in between the two. They have units with balconies, so she can..." More
"My sister is very comfortable here. The rooms were very nice and had have multiple options, like a studio, one-bedroom, and something in between the two. They have units with balconies, so she can..." More
Heritage on the Marina
Provides: Independent Living
3400 Laguna Street, San Francisco, CA 94111
"Heritage on the Marina is proud to be one of San Francisco’s longest-serving retirement communities. It is a non-profit corporation owned and operated by the San Francisco Ladies’ Protection and..." More
"Heritage on the Marina is proud to be one of San Francisco’s longest-serving retirement communities. It is a non-profit corporation owned and operated by the San Francisco Ladies’ Protection and..." More
Belmont Village Albany
Provides: Independent Living
1100 San Pablo Ave, Albany, CA 94706
"I've been to the Belmont Village Albany. We were shown the independent living. Although I know where the assisted living was, we did not go into that area. The woman who gave us the tour was very..." More
"I've been to the Belmont Village Albany. We were shown the independent living. Although I know where the assisted living was, we did not go into that area. The woman who gave us the tour was very..." More
Rivera Senior Living
Provides: Independent Living
1860 Tice Creek, Walnut Creek, CA 94595
"Retirement should be like a vacation!
It's your time to enjoy luxury senior living that caters to all your needs. Let our senior concierges empower you to live your best retirement years!..." More
"Retirement should be like a vacation!
It's your time to enjoy luxury senior living that caters to all your needs. Let our senior concierges empower you to live your best retirement years!..." More
Caring Star 2018
Eskaton Hazel Shirley Manor
Provides: Independent Living
11025 San Pablo Avenue, El Cerrito, CA 94530
"I'm looking for an independent senior apartment. I felt very comfortable and had confidence to choose this apartment after I talked to the Manager two weeks ago. She is very nice and the most..." More
"I'm looking for an independent senior apartment. I felt very comfortable and had confidence to choose this apartment after I talked to the Manager two weeks ago. She is very nice and the most..." More
Caring Star 2016
Atria Park of Lafayette
Provides: Independent Living
1545 Pleasant Hill Road, Lafayette, CA 94549
"Atria Park of Lafayette offers all the comforts of home, with just the right amount of care. Our dedicated staff provides 24-hour support to assisted living residents, as well as specialized care..." More
"Atria Park of Lafayette offers all the comforts of home, with just the right amount of care. Our dedicated staff provides 24-hour support to assisted living residents, as well as specialized care..." More
Caring Star 2023
Waters Edge Lodge
Provides: Independent Living
801 Island Drive, Alameda, CA 94502
"The most striking thing about Waters Edge Lodge was that they had a nice view from their patio. They also had a nice lounge where they had someone come in and play the piano every day. We liked the..." More
"The most striking thing about Waters Edge Lodge was that they had a nice view from their patio. They also had a nice lounge where they had someone come in and play the piano every day. We liked the..." More
Atria Valley View
Provides: Independent Living
1228 Rossmoor Parkway, Walnut Creek, CA 94595
"We are going to move my mom into Atria Valley View. The size of the facility, and the location are the factors why I chose it. It's also flat as a pancake. They have very nice staff. Just the whole..." More
"We are going to move my mom into Atria Valley View. The size of the facility, and the location are the factors why I chose it. It's also flat as a pancake. They have very nice staff. Just the whole..." More
Caring Star 2016
Merrill Gardens at Lafayette
Provides: Independent Living
1010 Second Street, Lafayette, CA 94549
"Merrill Gardens at Lafayette is located between Berkeley and Walnut Creek in Contra Costa County. The apartment-style community offers all of the amenities of a home without the work. Imagine a..." More
"Merrill Gardens at Lafayette is located between Berkeley and Walnut Creek in Contra Costa County. The apartment-style community offers all of the amenities of a home without the work. Imagine a..." More
Rossmoor Retirement Community
Provides: Independent Living
1001 Golden Rain Rd., Walnut Creek, CA 94595
"I've lived here for 10 years and have never seen a safer, more beautiful place to live. The Bay Area is not a cheap place to live, but relatively speaking, Rossmoor condos cost about half of those..." More
"I've lived here for 10 years and have never seen a safer, more beautiful place to live. The Bay Area is not a cheap place to live, but relatively speaking, Rossmoor condos cost about half of those..." More
Caring Star 2012
The Sequoias San Francisco
Provides: Independent Living
1400 Geary Blvd, San Francisco, CA 94109
"My friend has moved into The Sequoias San Francisco. We are very pleased with this one. We compared it to a couple of others and this one gave us better flexibility. My friend wanted a one- or a..." More
"My friend has moved into The Sequoias San Francisco. We are very pleased with this one. We compared it to a couple of others and this one gave us better flexibility. My friend wanted a one- or a..." More
St. Paul's Towers
Provides: Independent Living
100 Bay Pl, Oakland, CA 94610
"We went to St. Paul's Towers. They don't admit you to an assisted living situation. They assume you are independent, and then as you continue to age, when it's time that you really do need..." More
"We went to St. Paul's Towers. They don't admit you to an assisted living situation. They assume you are independent, and then as you continue to age, when it's time that you really do need..." More
Merrill Gardens at Rockridge
Provides: Independent Living
5238 Coronado Ave., Oakland, CA 94618
"Merrill Gardens at Rockridge was very nice. That place was our second choice. Their main attraction was that they had two-bedroom apartments available. So, they had more space. They had a lovely..." More
"Merrill Gardens at Rockridge was very nice. That place was our second choice. Their main attraction was that they had two-bedroom apartments available. So, they had more space. They had a lovely..." 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 Carlisle
Provides: Independent Living
1450 Post Street, San Francisco, CA 94109
"I had an in-person tour of The Carlisle, and I loved it. It is beautiful. They did a PCR test for Covid, which was good. I met the residents there who were in their 90's and very mobile. They told..." More
"I had an in-person tour of The Carlisle, and I loved it. It is beautiful. They did a PCR test for Covid, which was good. I met the residents there who were in their 90's and very mobile. They told..." 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
Heritage Park At Hilltop
Provides: Independent Living
3811 Lakeside Dr, San Pablo, CA 94806
"My brother found Heritage Park at Hilltop for my mom. It is affordable. It is clean and very homey. My mom seems to be happy and feels good being there. People seem to be happy when I was there.
" More
"My brother found Heritage Park at Hilltop for my mom. It is affordable. It is clean and very homey. My mom seems to be happy and feels good being there. People seem to be happy when I was there.
" More
Ivy Park at Cathedral Hill
Provides: Independent Living
1550 Sutter Street, San Francisco, CA 94109
"My mother moved into Coventry Place. It's excellent. They're not big, but I'm guessing for these kinds of facilities, they're good-sized. I wouldn't call them big, though. The staff is very..." More
"My mother moved into Coventry Place. It's excellent. They're not big, but I'm guessing for these kinds of facilities, they're good-sized. I wouldn't call them big, though. The staff is very..." More
The Broadmoor
Provides: Independent Living
1499 Sutter Street, San Francisco, CA 94109
"I was able to visit The Broadmoor when I was looking for a place for my sister. It was very nice. The people there were very hospitable, inviting, and very nice. They invited us to lunch which I..." More
"I was able to visit The Broadmoor when I was looking for a place for my sister. It was very nice. The people there were very hospitable, inviting, and very nice. They invited us to lunch which I..." More
Grand Lake Gardens - CLOSED
Provides: Independent Living
401 Santa Clara Avenue, Oakland, CA 94610
"The staff at Grand Lake Gardens who gave us the interview was extremely helpful. We felt very comfortable in that interview. She also took us around and showed us a couple of rooms, a 1-bedroom,..." More
"The staff at Grand Lake Gardens who gave us the interview was extremely helpful. We felt very comfortable in that interview. She also took us around and showed us a couple of rooms, a 1-bedroom,..." More
Sycamore Hills by the Bay
Provides: Independent Living
1550 Sycamore Avenue, Hercules, CA 94547
"We chose Sycamore Hills by the Bay because it was close to our house, the price was reasonable, and it had everything that we wanted right now for my dad. The rooms are very nice and clean. It is..." More
"We chose Sycamore Hills by the Bay because it was close to our house, the price was reasonable, and it had everything that we wanted right now for my dad. The rooms are very nice and clean. It is..." More
Presentation Adult Day Health
Provides: Independent Living
301 Ellis Street, San Francisco, CA 94102
Upside San Francisco
Provides: Independent Living
1 Brady St, San Francisco, CA, 94103, San Franc...
"Upside is truly an exclusive opportunity to live independently on your own terms. We offer luxury living options with over 2,500+ apartments in our network across the country alongside a dedicated..." More
"Upside is truly an exclusive opportunity to live independently on your own terms. We offer luxury living options with over 2,500+ apartments in our network across the country alongside a dedicated..." More
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