The 20 Best Assisted Living Facilities in Berkeley, CA

112 communities near Berkeley, CA

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Belmont Village Senior Living Albany

1100 San Pablo Avenue, Albany, CA 94706

Assisted Living , Memory Care , Independent Living

" Belmont Village Senior Living Albany deserves a full five stars! As an aunt with a cherished niece who recently moved in, I couldn't be more impressed with this community. Its strong affiliation with UC Berkeley creates a vibrant and intellectually stimulating environment, perfect for alumni who want to stay connected to their academic roots. The assisted living programs here are truly outstandi..." - Maryanne

From $8,095/mo

9.9

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The Ivy at Berkeley

2000 Dwight Way, Berkeley, CA 94704

Assisted Living , Memory Care

MorningStar of Berkeley is a vibrant senior living community that offers a nurturing environment with a focus on comprehensive care and medical services. Nestled in the heart of a culturally diverse neighborhood, the community provides residents with access to a wide range of healthcare services. Residents benefit from a robust 24-hour call system, supervision, and assistance with daily activit...

From $7,795/mo

9.8

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Merrill Gardens at Rockridge

5238 Coronado Avenue, Oakland, CA 94618

Assisted Living , Memory Care , Independent Living

Nestled in the vibrant Rockridge neighborhood, Merrill Gardens at Rockridge offers a welcoming environment for its residents. This community is thoughtfully designed to provide both comfort and care, with a focus on fostering independence and a fulfilling lifestyle. Residents have access to a wide range of medical services and support, including 24-hour supervision, medication management, and spec...

From $4,800/mo

9.9

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The Point At Rockridge Senior Living

4500 Gilbert Street, Oakland, CA 94611

Assisted Living , Memory Care , Independent Living

The Point at Rockridge Senior Living is a welcoming community designed to meet the diverse needs of its residents. Nestled in a vibrant neighborhood, it offers an engaging environment where seniors can enjoy a rich array of amenities and services. A key focus of The Point at Rockridge is its commitment to health and safety. This is evidenced by its Accushield thermal temperature scanning kiosk, wh...

From $4,738/mo

9.9

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Waters Edge Lodge

801 Island Drive, Alameda, CA 94502

Assisted Living , Independent Living

"This is a caring facility with a genuine regard for the residents. The front desk, activities, and caregiver staff are hired with care to be professional and warm. The facility director is quite good. The residence does a good job of monitoring the health of people living there. The grounds are gorgeous, with water views and many opportunities to walk along the paths beside the water." - Gail

From $4,112/mo

9.9

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Elegance Berkeley

2100 San Pablo Avenue, Berkeley, CA 94702

Assisted Living , Memory Care

Elegance Berkeley is a vibrant senior living community designed to support the well-being of its residents through an array of care and medical services. Nestled in a walkable urban location, this community offers a blend of modern comforts and essential care. With a focus on holistic health, Elegance Berkeley provides access to 24-hour nursing and supervision, ensuring that residents receive the ...

From $7,045/mo

9.3

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Westmont Of Pinole

2850 Estates Avenue, Pinole, CA 94564

Assisted Living , Memory Care , Independent Living

Westmont of Pinole is a vibrant senior living community dedicated to promoting wellness and independence for its residents. Nestled off San Pablo Bay, this community offers a serene environment with easy access to nearby neighborhoods such as El Sobrante, Hercules, and Richmond. The community is committed to providing a comprehensive range of health and wellness services, ensuring that residents r...

From $4,495/mo

9.9

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Aegis Living Moraga

950 Country Club Drive, Moraga, CA 94556

Assisted Living , Memory Care

Nestled amidst the serene wooded hills, Aegis Living Moraga offers an inviting atmosphere that combines the charm of a countryside setting with the convenience of nearby urban amenities. This senior living community is recognized for its exceptional care and personalized services, making it a welcoming home for its residents. Aegis Living Moraga is renowned for its comprehensive care and medical ...

From $5,350/mo

9.9

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1440 by the Bay

1440 40th Street, Emeryville, CA 94608

Assisted Living , Memory Care

"This is a lovely modern architecture building that looks more like an apartment building than an assisted living facility. When you walk in you will first notice a gym next to the entrance and a large modern staircase. It's got a restaurant and cafe! I've been visiting my friend's mom (who lives out of state) and she is happy to live here. When the team asked me to write a review, I was excited to..." - Dinah

From $4,500/mo

9.8

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Oakmont Of Mariner Point

2400 Mariner Square Drive, Alameda, CA 94501

Assisted Living , Memory Care

"My father in law lived here a little before he passed away recently and I can’t thank the team and staff enough for all they did for him and our family " - Missy

From $7,495/mo

9.8

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East Bay Assisted Living

1301 East 31st Street, Oakland, CA 94602

Assisted Living , Memory Care

East Bay Assisted Living presents a welcoming and supportive environment for seniors, emphasizing a family-oriented approach to assisted living. With a strong focus on community and cultural enrichment, the facility caters to the diverse needs of its residents, offering a blend of comfort, care, and camaraderie. Residents and staff form close-knit relationships, fostering a sense of belonging and ...

From $3,000/mo

9.8

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Elders Inn On Webster

1721 Webster Street, Alameda, CA 94501

Assisted Living , Memory Care

Elders Inn is a vibrant senior living community that prides itself on offering exceptional care and medical services to its residents. Nestled in a charming neighborhood, this community ensures that every individual feels supported and cared for, with a range of health care services that include 24-hour supervision, medication management, and specialized care for conditions such as dementia and Pa...

From $7,900/mo

9.8

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Merrill Gardens At Lafayette

1010 2nd Street, Lafayette, CA 94549

Assisted Living , Memory Care , Independent Living

"Merrill Gardens Lafayette Senior Living is a wonderful community that truly excels in providing excellent care to its residents. The staff are incredibly kind & thoughtful, ensuring that every resident feels included & valued in their activities. One of the highlights of Merrill Gardens is their Friday evening entertainment. The variety of singers & musicians who perform create a lively atmospher..." - Annette

From $4,000/mo

9.8

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Elder Ashram

3121 Fruitvale Avenue, Oakland, CA 94606

Assisted Living , Memory Care

Age Song Wood Park is an assisted living community located in Oakland, CA. This is a large sized assisted living community with units. Communities this size typically offer 1-bedroom apartments, multiple levels of care, restaurant style dining, and a robust resident enrichment program. The listed community cost is $4,800 per month which is around 21% over the average of $3,973 in Oakland. The ...

From $3,450/mo

9.7

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El Cerrito Royale

6510 Gladys Avenue, El Cerrito, CA 94530

Assisted Living , Board and Care Home , Memory Care

El Cerrito Royale is a vibrant senior living community that offers a welcoming and supportive environment for its residents. Nestled in the heart of California, this large community provides a comprehensive range of health care services designed to meet the diverse needs of its residents. With a 24-hour call system and round-the-clock supervision, residents can feel assured of their safety and wel...

From $4,075/mo

9.3

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Angels Windsor House

2741 Hillegass Avenue, Berkeley, CA 94705

Assisted Living , Board and Care Home

Angels Windsor House is a charming and intimate assisted living and board and care home located in the beautiful city of Berkeley, California. This small community is dedicated to providing its residents with exceptional care and medical services, ensuring their daily needs are met and their overall well-being is maintained. The staff at Angels Windsor House is committed to creating a nurturing an...

From $7,000/mo

8.6

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Moraga Royale

1600 Canyon Road, Moraga, CA 94556

Assisted Living , Memory Care , Independent Living

Nestled in the serene surroundings of California, Moraga Royale is a vibrant senior living community that prides itself on providing exceptional care and medical services to its residents. This large community offers a wide range of health care services, ensuring that every individual's needs are meticulously attended to. With 12-16 hour nursing care, a 24-hour call system, and round-the-clock sup...

From $3,500/mo

9.4

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Oakland Heights Senior Living

2330 2350 2361 East 29Th Street, Oakland, CA 94606

Assisted Living

Welcome to Pacifica Senior Living Oakland, a large assisted living community in Oakland, CA. Pacifica Senior Living Oakland is located at 2330, 2350, 2361 E 29Th St, and offers assisted living services for older adults. We know that price is an important factor in

From $4,900/mo

8.4

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Lafayette Gardens

3486 Monroe Avenue, Lafayette, CA 94549

Assisted Living , Board and Care Home , Memory Care

"Anyone who needs to provide a safe, caring and contemporary environment, rendering care with dignity to their loved ones, should consider Lafayette Gardens. My mom had been a resident there and not a day or night went by that I wasn't thankful and reassured by the respectful care the staff rendered, the safety of the facility and their unique understanding of this special population. Medication ma..." - Siyona R.

From $5,600/mo

9.8

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Lake Park Senior Living & Healthcare Center

1850 Alice Street, Oakland, CA 94612

Assisted Living , Independent Living , Skilled Nursing Facility

Welcome to Lake Park Senior Living, a large assisted living community in Oakland, CA. Located at 1850 Alice Street, Lake Park Senior Living offers assisted living and independent living services for older adults. Seniorly estimated pricing for Lake Park Senior Living starts at $6,888 per month, which is above $6,319, the average monthly cost of assisted living communities in Oakland...

From $4,900/mo

7.7

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Top rated assisted living in Berkeley, CA

In Berkeley, California, there are 98 assisted living communities, with 25 rated above 8. Top-rated facilities include Belmont Village Senior Living Albany, Merrill Gardens At Lafayette, Waters Edge Lodge, Westmont Of Pinole, and Merrill Gardens At Rockridge. The area comprises 23 large, 8 medium, and 67 small communities. Recent activity facilitated by Seniorly includes 5 moves and 27 tours. Local advisors are Linda Iwamoto, Christine Sevier, Steve Villa, and Lauren Ross.

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Belmont Village Senior Living Albany

1100 San Pablo Avenue, Albany, CA 94706

Assisted Living , Memory Care , Independent Living

From $8,095/mo

9.9

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Merrill Gardens At Lafayette

1010 2nd Street, Lafayette, CA 94549

Assisted Living , Memory Care , Independent Living

From $4,000/mo

9.8

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Waters Edge Lodge

801 Island Drive, Alameda, CA 94502

Assisted Living , Independent Living

From $4,112/mo

9.9

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Westmont Of Pinole

2850 Estates Avenue, Pinole, CA 94564

Assisted Living , Memory Care , Independent Living

From $4,495/mo

9.9

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Merrill Gardens at Rockridge

5238 Coronado Avenue, Oakland, CA 94618

Assisted Living , Memory Care , Independent Living

From $4,800/mo

9.9

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Best value assisted living in Berkeley, CA

In Berkeley, California, the best value assisted living communities, based on a combination of high ratings and low cost of care, include Cardinal Point, The Point At Rockridge Senior Living, Aegis Living Moraga, Pacifica Senior Living Northridge, and Terrace View Assisted Living. This analysis is based on 1,476 reviews and 25 price data points, ensuring a comprehensive evaluation of quality and affordability.

The average price of these communities is $2,378 lower than the maximum price of similar assisted living communities in Berkeley, CA

$5,522

$3,200

$7,900

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Cardinal Point at Mariner Square

2431 Mariner Square Drive, Alameda, CA 94501

Continuing Care Retirement Community(CCRC)

"My mom moved in to Cardinal Point when it was just built in 2006 and totally enjoyed living there for 11 years. I am so grateful that she developed many friendships there and had a great life after my dad passed. I highly recommend Cardinal Point as the food is very delicious, it is decorated beautifully, very clean and has lots of activities. The water views are amazing! Even today, after se..." - David

From $7,500/mo

9.9

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The Point At Rockridge Senior Living

4500 Gilbert Street, Oakland, CA 94611

Assisted Living , Memory Care , Independent Living

From $4,738/mo

9.9

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Aegis Living Moraga

950 Country Club Drive, Moraga, CA 94556

Assisted Living , Memory Care

From $5,350/mo

9.9

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Terrace View Assisted Living

2828 Terrace View Avenue, Antioch, CA 94531

Assisted Living , Board and Care Home

Terrace View Assisted Living in Antioch is a board and care home located in Antioch, CA that offers a quaint environment. The cost at this home starts at $2,800, while the average cost for a senior living community in Antioch, CA is $4,500. These are estimated prices. At a board and care home, residents can expect to receive more personalized care, compared to that of a larger senior l...

From $4,500/mo

9.8

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Luxury assisted living in Berkeley, CA

In Berkeley, California, there are two luxury assisted living communities that offer premium senior living experiences. These communities feature modern design, high-end finishes, gourmet meals prepared by expert chefs, and wine tastings hosted by sommeliers. Residents benefit from concierge-level service delivered by a dedicated staff, ensuring personalized attention and comfort.

9.9

Average Seniorly Community score of luxury communities

5 assisted living communities

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Coterie at Cathedral Hill

1001 Van Ness Avenue, San Francisco, CA 94109

Assisted Living , Memory Care , Independent Living

"My father in law toured this place last month. The quality of the building is really nice. Ultimately the independent living apartments and amenities are incredible and the assisted living / alz care feels like many other places with just a nicer building." - Kara

From $8,800/mo

9.9

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Aegis Living Corte Madera

5555 Paradise Drive, Corte Madera, CA 94925

Assisted Living , Memory Care

"Just visited this community with my dear friend Kevin. The facility looked great and we tried some food. Pretty good." - James

From $6,150/mo

9.9

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Sagebrook Senior Living San Francisco

2750 Geary Boulevard, San Francisco, CA 94118

Assisted Living , Memory Care

"I am so thankful to have my stepfather at Sagebrook. The staff are very friendly and helpful the facility is beautiful and I feel at home there. The food is great, the courtyard is lovely, and everybody smiles all around. During this pandemic especially, I am so relieved that he is in such a safe and caring environment." -

From $4,500/mo

9.9

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Buena Vista Manor House

399 Buena Vista Avenue East, San Francisco, CA 94117

Assisted Living , Memory Care

"Buena Vista Manor House has been run by David for decades. They have provided a great community service for San Franciscans for many years. Located about the Haight in Buena Vista Terrace, residents can turn back the clocks to this amazing Art Deco style community. This assisted living is a local run business. " - Frank

From $5,100/mo

9.9

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The Ivy at Golden Gate

1601 19th Avenue, San Francisco, CA 94122

Assisted Living , Memory Care , Independent Living

"Really the best nursing home in San Francisco. The ivy at golden gate is better than those new ones like the Frank Residences or Coterie. This facility has been around a long time with a lot of care staff having been there for years. " - James

From $7,895/mo

9.7

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Advisor recommended assisted living in Berkeley, CA

Seniorly's local advisors, who are senior living experts in Berkeley, California, recommend two assisted living communities: The Point At Rockridge Senior Living and El Cerrito Royale. Out of 98 communities in the area, these are highlighted by the advisors, including Linda Iwamoto, Christine Sevier, Steve Villa, and Lauren Ross, as top choices.

9.6

Average Seniorly Community score of advisor recommended communities

2 assisted living communities

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The Point At Rockridge Senior Living

4500 Gilbert Street, Oakland, CA 94611

Assisted Living , Memory Care , Independent Living

From $4,738/mo

9.9

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El Cerrito Royale

6510 Gladys Avenue, El Cerrito, CA 94530

Assisted Living , Board and Care Home , Memory Care

From $4,075/mo

9.3

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Pet friendly assisted living in Berkeley, CA

In Berkeley, California, several assisted living communities allow pets, providing a welcoming environment for animal lovers. These pet-friendly communities include Belmont Village Senior Living Albany, Coterie Cathedral Hill, Aegis Living Corte Madera, Atria Park Of Lafayette, and Aegis Living Pleasant Hill. Each offers facilities and services accommodating both residents and their pets, ensuring a comfortable living experience.

9.9

Average Seniorly Community score of pet friendly communities

5 assisted living communities

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Belmont Village Senior Living Albany

1100 San Pablo Avenue, Albany, CA 94706

Assisted Living , Memory Care , Independent Living

From $8,095/mo

9.9

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Coterie at Cathedral Hill

1001 Van Ness Avenue, San Francisco, CA 94109

Assisted Living , Memory Care , Independent Living

From $8,800/mo

9.9

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Aegis Living Corte Madera

5555 Paradise Drive, Corte Madera, CA 94925

Assisted Living , Memory Care

"Just visited this community with my dear friend Kevin. The facility looked great and we tried some food. Pretty good." - James

From $6,150/mo

9.9

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Atria Park Of Lafayette

1545 Pleasant Hill Road, Lafayette, CA 94549

Assisted Living , Memory Care

"I have been coming to the Atria community for over five years and I am always amazed by the warm, dedicated care team. Everyone from the nurse to the med techs is so kind and attentive. We recently had a new caregiver, Rosemarie, who has been very helpful in providing us with the care we need. My mother also spent her last two years here in the Memory Care Unit, where she received loving care from..." - Samantha

From $3,495/mo

9.9

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Aegis Living Pleasant Hill

1660 Oak Park Boulevard, Pleasant Hill, CA 94523

Assisted Living , Memory Care

"My family's experience with Aegis Living Pleasant Hill has been overwhelmingly positive. The facility is well-maintained and the staff make it a friendly, welcoming environment. My father has lived there for 2+ years and it seems he's enjoying the activities like courtyard golf and speed bingo. I highly recommend this facility for anyone looking for good assisted living." - Evelyn

From $6,450/mo

9.9

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Compare average cost of in Berkeley, CA area with nearby cities

The figures below show the average monthly starting costs for of nearby cities. Keep in mind that these figures are an average, and that the numbers used to calculate it spanned a wide range. In fact, Seniorly data suggests that most families will underestimate their monthly budget by almost 20%, meaning that once inclusions and services are factored in, they can actually afford more than they originally thought.

$6,450/mo

Albany

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$5,701/mo

El Cerrito

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$5,711/mo

Oakland

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$5,448/mo

Orinda

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$6,052/mo

Richmond

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$5,437/mo

Alameda

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Explore other types of communities in Berkeley, CA

Independent Living

For active older adults who want to downsize to a home in a retirement community but don't need help to live independently.

Memory Care

A supervised and secured community designed to support engagement and quality of life for residents living with dementia.

Continuing Care Retirement Communities

For residents who want to age in place as their care needs change—from Independent Living to nursing care. Requires a buy-in fee.

Nursing Homes

For seniors with more serious medical needs who require skilled care following a hospitalization, illness, or surgery. Nursing Homes are also known as skilled nursing facilities.

Board and Care Home

Homes in residential neighborhoods that are equipped and staffed to provide daily care for a small number of residents.