The 15 Best Independent Living Communities in El Cajon, CA for 2018

There are 15 Independent Living Communities in the El Cajon area, with 4 in El Cajon and 11 nearby.

The average cost of independent living in El Cajon is $2,597 per month. This is higher than the national median of $2,450. Cheaper nearby regions include Chula Vista with an average starting cost of $2,427.

To help you with your search, browse the 37 reviews below for independent living communities in El Cajon. On average, consumers rate independent living in El Cajon 4.1 out of 5 stars. Better rated regions include National City with an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars.

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4 Independent Living Communities in El Cajon, CA

Solstice Senior Living at El Cajon

Provides: Independent Living

444 Prescott Ave, El Cajon, CA 92020

"I am living at The Springs of El Cajon, and I've been here for four and a half years. It's a good place, and it's good value. The food is fine." More

La Vida Real

Provides: Independent Living

11588 Via Rancho San Diego,, El Cajon, CA 92019

"I really liked La Vida Real. The setting of the community was beautiful and everyone seemed very congenial. The staff was very helpful. I liked the way it was laid out, the atmosphere, and the..." 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

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

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Lantern Crest Senior Living

Provides: Independent Living

11010 Sunset Trail, Santee, CA 92071

"My grandmother lives at Lantern Crest and only ever has good things to say. She is always busy doing activities and speaks highly of the staff and residents who are always willing to spend time..." More

Grossmont Gardens

Provides: Independent Living

5480 Marengo Avenue, La Mesa, CA 91942

"We found Grossmont Gardens and we're happy with it. My father is still in the process of moving in. It has a full spectrum of care and the staff is extremely pleasant. The room he will be moving..." More

Waterford Terrace Retirement Community

Provides: Independent Living

5580 Aztec Dr, La Mesa, CA 91942

"I looked at several places, and Waterford Terrace was my choice. I came here, and I have not been sorry. The people are nice, the staff is excellent, the food is superb, and the facilities are..." More

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

Monte Vista Village

Provides: Independent Living

2211 Massachusetts Avenue, Lemon Grove, CA 91945

"I recently had a first-hand experience with Monte Vista Village with my 90 year-old Uncle that couldn't have been more positive. From my first phone call inquiry to Tracy W., all of the Staff has..." More

The Montera

Provides: Independent Living

5740 Lake Murray Blvd, La Mesa, CA 91942

"The Montera is very modern and will provide anything. They go from independent living all the way to full Alzheimer's if Mom needs it, but right now she is in independent living. The food is..." 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. " More

Paradise Village

Provides: Independent Living

2700 East 4th Street, National City, CA 91950

"I went to Paradise Village. It was absolutely gorgeous and lovely, but it was not what I needed. I thought it was great for people who were mobile and looking for a place to retire but not for any..." More

St. Paul's Plaza

Provides: Independent Living

1420 East Palomar Street, Chula Vista, CA 91913

"St. Paul's Plaza is fairly new and very nice. They had two dining rooms that offered two meals a day, and washer and dryer in the apartment. They had a bar, weight rooms, swimming pool, and you..." More

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

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

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Recent Reviews of Independent Living in El Cajon

Review of Persimmon Villas Senior Apartments

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. Read more

PVT Rambo
Review of Solstice Senior Living at El Cajon

I am living at The Springs of El Cajon, and I've been here for four and a half years. It's a good place, and it's good value. The food is fine. Read more

Roberta
Review of Solstice Senior Living at El Cajon

I live in the Springs of El Cajon. I like the way that it’s set up. It’s not too big or too spread out. The staff is OK. Most of the food is good. One of the complaints about the dining is that you... Read more

E.B

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