19 Independent Living Communities near El Cajon, CA
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There are 19 Independent Living Communities in the El Cajon area, with 4 in El Cajon and 15 nearby.
The average cost of independent living in El Cajon is $3,465 per month. This is higher than the national median of $2,500. Cheaper nearby regions include La Mesa with an average starting cost of $2,768.
To help you with your search, browse the 91 reviews below for independent living communities in El Cajon. On average, consumers rate independent living in El Cajon 4.6 out of 5 stars. Better rated regions include Encinitas with an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars.
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Top 10 Independent Living Communities in El Cajon, CA
La Vida Real
Provides: Independent Living
11588 Via Rancho San Diego,, El Cajon, CA 92019
"We're living in La Vida Real. We're here for 2-1/2 months before the pandemic, and we enjoyed every minute of it. I would give everything high marks, like everything else, the food is not up to its..." More
"We're living in La Vida Real. We're here for 2-1/2 months before the pandemic, and we enjoyed every minute of it. I would give everything high marks, like everything else, the food is not up to its..." More
Solstice Senior Living at El Cajon
Provides: Independent Living
444 Prescott Ave, El Cajon, CA 92020
"Solstice is in an excellent location in Downtown El Cajon where you can walk to the library, a park, and great restaurants, yet it's in a quiet area offering a trickling pond surrounded by lovely..." More
"Solstice is in an excellent location in Downtown El Cajon where you can walk to the library, a park, and great restaurants, yet it's in a quiet area offering a trickling pond surrounded by lovely..." More
Lexington Avenue Senior Apartments
Provides: Independent Living
250 E. Lexington Ave , El Cajon, CA 92019
"I had stayed at Lexington Senior (Lexington Avenue Senior Apartments) and I liked it there. The place was very clean. The staff was a bunch of great people, and I couldn't ask for better. We had..." More
"I had stayed at Lexington Senior (Lexington Avenue Senior Apartments) and I liked it there. The place was very clean. The staff was a bunch of great people, and I couldn't ask for better. We had..." More
Persimmon Villas Senior Apartments
Provides: Independent Living
1141 Persimmon Ave, El Cajon, CA 92021
"I've lived here many years and it's a nice place to live. Very near public transportation with a few stores and restaurants not far away. But watch out for the fast cars on this street." More
"I've lived here many years and it's a nice place to live. Very near public transportation with a few stores and restaurants not far away. But watch out for the fast cars on this street." More
Caring Star 2016
Paradise Village
Provides: Independent Living
2700 East 4th Street, National City, CA 91950
"Paradise Village was awesome. If my mother-in-law decided to ever move here to San Diego, we would choose them. We toured independent and assisted, and it was all-in-one. She didn't have to walk..." More
"Paradise Village was awesome. If my mother-in-law decided to ever move here to San Diego, we would choose them. We toured independent and assisted, and it was all-in-one. She didn't have to walk..." More
Lantern Crest Senior Living
Provides: Independent Living
11010 Sunset Trail, Santee, CA 92071
"I visited Lantern Crest Senior Living and I liked it because it's fairly new. It's all in one. They have a cafeteria type eating, like a restaurant. And they take pets. I had a nice tour. They took..." More
"I visited Lantern Crest Senior Living and I liked it because it's fairly new. It's all in one. They have a cafeteria type eating, like a restaurant. And they take pets. I had a nice tour. They took..." More
Caring Star 2016
Grossmont Gardens
Provides: Independent Living
5480 Marengo Avenue, La Mesa, CA 91942
"I am living in Grossmont Gardens, and I've been here for about a year and a half now. It's a nice community, and I like it here. I have a studio with a kitchen and a bathroom. The staff is great...." More
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"I am living in Grossmont Gardens, and I've been here for about a year and a half now. It's a nice community, and I like it here. I have a studio with a kitchen and a bathroom. The staff is great...." More
Move in by June 15th and get July rent FREE!
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The Montera
Provides: Independent Living
5740 Lake Murray Blvd, La Mesa, CA 91942
"My friend has stayed at The Montera, and it was wonderful. Our experience was very good. They had activities like bingos and movies. They play crosswords where they have everybody in an area, and..." More
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"My friend has stayed at The Montera, and it was wonderful. Our experience was very good. They had activities like bingos and movies. They play crosswords where they have everybody in an area, and..." More
Please contact The Montera for current incentives
Ends in 203 days
Caring Star 2015
Atria Collwood
Provides: Independent Living
5308 Monroe Avenue, San Diego, CA 92115
"I really liked this place for my grandma. The reason why I liked it is because she was happy and made a lot of friends there. The facility kept my grandma engaged- from their library to their..." More
"I really liked this place for my grandma. The reason why I liked it is because she was happy and made a lot of friends there. The facility kept my grandma engaged- from their library to their..." More
Waterford Terrace Retirement Community
Provides: Independent Living
5580 Aztec Dr, La Mesa, CA 91942
"I toured Waterford Terrace Retirement Community. They showed me a couple of rooms, the dining area, and the recreation area. The rooms were very nice and very accommodating for me. I use..." More
"I toured Waterford Terrace Retirement Community. They showed me a couple of rooms, the dining area, and the recreation area. The rooms were very nice and very accommodating for me. I use..." More
Monte Vista Village
Provides: Independent Living
2211 Massachusetts Avenue, Lemon Grove, CA 91945
"My mother moved into Monte Vista Village. It is wonderful. 'Cause Lemon Grove is an older area, from the outside it may not look like it's in the best area, but inside the property, the grounds are..." More
June move-in incentive on select apartments; ask for details when you tour.
Ends in 18 days
"My mother moved into Monte Vista Village. It is wonderful. 'Cause Lemon Grove is an older area, from the outside it may not look like it's in the best area, but inside the property, the grounds are..." More
June move-in incentive on select apartments; ask for details when you tour.
Ends in 18 days
Westmont of La Mesa
Provides: Independent Living
9000 Murray Dr, La Mesa, CA 91942
"Westmont of La Mesa, a newly built full service senior living community in San Diego County offering independent living, assisted living and memory care for 145 residents, announces its grand..." More
"Westmont of La Mesa, a newly built full service senior living community in San Diego County offering independent living, assisted living and memory care for 145 residents, announces its grand..." More
MesaView Senior Assisted Living
Provides: Independent Living
7971 Culowee Street, La Mesa, CA 91941
"My Dad lives in MesaView on the Independent Living side and is very happy. They give him enough independence to still do things he is able, while helping on some other things which he needs. I feel..." More
"My Dad lives in MesaView on the Independent Living side and is very happy. They give him enough independence to still do things he is able, while helping on some other things which he needs. I feel..." More
Spring Valley Senior Living
Provides: Independent Living
8914 Troy Street, Spring Valley, CA 91977
"At Spring Valley, we are licensed to accommodate 49 residents and we take great pride in giving individual care to each and every resident. With a 24 Hour Awake Staff, we are truly committed to..." More
"At Spring Valley, we are licensed to accommodate 49 residents and we take great pride in giving individual care to each and every resident. With a 24 Hour Awake Staff, we are truly committed to..." More
Ivy Park at Otay Ranch
Provides: Independent Living
1290 Santa Rosa Drive, Chula Vista, CA 91913
"At Ivy Park our residents are empowered to maximize their independence and personal growth.
We partner with our residents to provide customized care and support. In doing so, we find new ways to..." More
"At Ivy Park our residents are empowered to maximize their independence and personal growth.
We partner with our residents to provide customized care and support. In doing so, we find new ways to..." More
St. Paul's Plaza
Provides: Independent Living
1420 East Palomar Street, Chula Vista, CA 91913
"St. Paul's Plaza was very nice, it was just a little more expensive than the other place, and they didn't have a pool and a spa. The apartments were fairly decent size, very nice, but not much..." More
"St. Paul's Plaza was very nice, it was just a little more expensive than the other place, and they didn't have a pool and a spa. The apartments were fairly decent size, very nice, but not much..." More
Helix Vista Senior Apartments
Provides: Independent Living
1302 Helix Street,, Spring Valley, CA 91977
"Everything is excellent at Helix Vista and I like this place. I feel safe here. I would recommend it to others because it's affordable and it's safe.
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"Everything is excellent at Helix Vista and I like this place. I feel safe here. I would recommend it to others because it's affordable and it's safe.
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Southern Highlands
Provides: Independent Living
2525 Highland Avenue, National City, CA 91950
"I’m in a senior apartment complex at Southern Highlands. It is in a nice location for me because I’m familiar with this area. The staff, so far, has been excellent. In my first month here, I took a..." More
"I’m in a senior apartment complex at Southern Highlands. It is in a nice location for me because I’m familiar with this area. The staff, so far, has been excellent. In my first month here, I took a..." More
Villa Pacifica Apartments
Provides: Independent Living
3630 6th Avenue,, San Diego, CA 92103
"My wife and I have been in Villa Pacifica for six years now. It costs $1,200 plus utility, so it is almost $1,300 a month. It is a very nice place. They take good care of it. Every floor has..." More
"My wife and I have been in Villa Pacifica for six years now. It costs $1,200 plus utility, so it is almost $1,300 a month. It is a very nice place. They take good care of it. Every floor has..." More
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Recent Reviews of Independent Living in El Cajon
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Review of Solstice Senior Living at El Cajon
Solstice is in an excellent location in Downtown El Cajon where you can walk to the library, a park, and great restaurants, yet it's in a quiet area offering a trickling pond surrounded by lovely g... Read more
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Review of Solstice Senior Living at El Cajon
We did tour Solstice Senior Living at El Cajon. We went to a couple of units. We didn't actually like it that much, so we didn't spend too much time there. It's hard to say because they were in a p... Read more
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Review of La Vida Real
I found a place for my mom. It's La Vida Real. We chose it because of its location. It's a beautiful facility. It has a garden; it's beautiful. Also the price is right, and there is availability. T... Read more
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