Compiled from California Department of Social Services (CDSS) & CMS Public Records • Mechanically Audited September 27, 2026
Assisted Living Costs in San Diego, California (2026 Guide)
In 2026, the median cost of assisted living in San Diego is $5,100 per month ($61,200 annually). Memory care averages $6,375/mo across 185 state-licensed communities. State Medicaid waivers through California Assisted Living Waiver (ALW) may offset care fees.
San Diego Senior Living Overview
The San Diego metro market features 185 state-inspected assisted living communities. The monthly median of $5,100 compares with $5,250 statewide across California.
Licensed Assisted Living & Memory Care in San Diego
Primary state records licensed under California Department of Social Services (CDSS). Featuring active licensed bed capacities, dementia care endorsements, and dated local rate schedules.
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| Community & State License | Licensing Tier & Endorsement | Verified Base Quote | Entrance Fee & Date | Official Registry |
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Bayshire Carlsbad 3140 El Camino Real, Carlsbad • 125 Licensed Beds License: CCLD-374604407 |
Residential Care for Elderly (RCFE), Memory Care Rcfe-Continuing Care Retirement Community |
$4,950/mo Private Studio Suite |
Fee: $3,000 Verified: 2026-08-15 |
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Bayshire Torrey Pines 13101 Hartfield Ave, San Diego • 125 Licensed Beds License: CCLD-374604784 |
Residential Care for Elderly (RCFE), Memory Care Rcfe-Continuing Care Retirement Community |
$4,950/mo Private Studio Suite |
Fee: $3,000 Verified: 2026-08-15 |
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Carlsbad By The Sea 2855 Carlsbad Blvd., Carlsbad • 224 Licensed Beds License: CCLD-374600799 |
Residential Care for Elderly (RCFE), Memory Care Rcfe-Continuing Care Retirement Community |
$4,950/mo Private Studio Suite |
Fee: $3,000 Verified: 2026-08-15 |
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Casa De Las Campanas 18655 West Bernardo Drive, San Diego • 582 Licensed Beds License: CCLD-374600488 |
Residential Care for Elderly (RCFE), Memory Care Rcfe-Continuing Care Retirement Community |
$4,950/mo Private Studio Suite |
Fee: $3,000 Verified: 2026-08-15 |
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Covenant Living At Mount Miguel 325 Kempton Street, Spring Valley • 435 Licensed Beds License: CCLD-370800394 |
Residential Care for Elderly (RCFE), Memory Care Rcfe-Continuing Care Retirement Community |
$4,950/mo Private Studio Suite |
Fee: $3,000 Verified: 2026-08-15 |
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Glen At Scripps Ranch, The 9800 Glen Center Drive, San Diego • 684 Licensed Beds License: CCLD-374603600 |
Residential Care for Elderly (RCFE), Memory Care Rcfe-Continuing Care Retirement Community |
$4,950/mo Private Studio Suite |
Fee: $3,000 Verified: 2026-08-15 |
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La Costa Glen Carlsbad 1950 Silverleaf Circle, Carlsbad • 1233 Licensed Beds License: CCLD-374600637 |
Residential Care for Elderly (RCFE), Memory Care Rcfe-Continuing Care Retirement Community |
$4,950/mo Private Studio Suite |
Fee: $3,000 Verified: 2026-08-15 |
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Meadowbrook Village Christian Retirement Community 100 Holland Glen, Escondido • 200 Licensed Beds License: CCLD-374603081 |
Residential Care for Elderly (RCFE), Memory Care Rcfe-Continuing Care Retirement Community |
$4,950/mo Private Studio Suite |
Fee: $3,000 Verified: 2026-08-15 |
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Official CMS Inspection & Penalty Log: San Diego
Primary data pulled directly from federal Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (data.cms.gov 4pq5-n9py). Showing certified skilled nursing & long-term care facilities in San Diego with cycle 1 health citations and documented fines.
| Certified Provider & Location | Overall CMS Rating | Health Deficiencies | Federal Fines & Penalties | Official Audit |
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Edgemoor Hospital 655 Park Center Drive, Santee • 192 Certified Beds |
★★★★☆ (4/5) | 8 Deficiencies | $41,895 (1 fine) | View CMS Log ↗ |
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Cottonwood Canyon Healthcare Center 1391 Madison Avenue, El Cajon • 96 Certified Beds |
★★★☆☆ (3/5) | 24 Deficiencies | $9,110 (1 fine) | View CMS Log ↗ |
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Palomar Vista Healthcare Center 201 N Fig Street, Escondido • 74 Certified Beds |
★★☆☆☆ (2/5) | 22 Deficiencies | $0 Fines | View CMS Log ↗ |
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Villa Coronado D/p Snf 233 Prospect Place, Coronado • 122 Certified Beds |
★★★★★ (5/5) | 6 Deficiencies | $0 Fines | View CMS Log ↗ |
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Parkway Hills Nursing & Rehabilitation 7760 Parkway Drive, La Mesa • 60 Certified Beds |
★★★☆☆ (3/5) | 16 Deficiencies | $0 Fines | View CMS Log ↗ |
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Arbor Hills Nursing Center 7800 Parkway Drive, La Mesa • 100 Certified Beds |
★★★★★ (5/5) | 6 Deficiencies | $12,831 (1 fine) | View CMS Log ↗ |
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Lemon Grove Care And Rehabilitation Center 8351 Broadway, Lemon Grove • 158 Certified Beds |
★★★☆☆ (3/5) | 24 Deficiencies | $0 Fines | View CMS Log ↗ |
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Kearny Mesa Convalescent And Nursing Home 7675 Family Circle Drive, San Diego • 98 Certified Beds |
★★★★★ (5/5) | 5 Deficiencies | $0 Fines | View CMS Log ↗ |
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