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10 Best Independent Living Communities in Ellwood, CA

Last Updated: 2/21/25

If you’re looking for independent living in the Ellwood area, our local senior living advisors can help you each step of the way. From affordable independent living for seniors to luxury options, we’ll work with you to understand the cost of independent living in Ellwood. From there, we’ll show you the best independent living communities for your lifestyle, interests, and budget.

Discover unique independent living amenities, social activities, dining, and more independent living benefits. With 10 independent living facilities in Ellwood, A Place for Mom makes it easier to find your new, maintenance-free home.


You may also consider nearby communities such as Santa Barbara, Goleta or Isla Vista.

Ellwood Independent Living Facilities | 62 Reviews

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Average starting price of Independent Living in Ellwood, CA is $5,027/month. Learn more
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Recent reviews of Independent Living in Ellwood, CA
Alexander Gardens in Santa Barbara, CA
4.7

Alexander Gardens is by far the most peaceful, beautiful, and friendly place I've seen. My mom loved being there, and the staff went above and beyond to make Mom feel at home. The grounds are the most beautiful and tranquil and amazing that I've seen in any other resident facility that I visited.

Cliff View Terrace in Santa Barbara, CA
5.0

The care home is an immaculate, beautiful facility and the staff is very professional and many of them have been there since the 80s. Our family is so happy with the great care there. Also, as I understand it, it's the only care home in Santa Barbara that has a physician on staff and he's board certified in geriatrics.

Villa Santa Barbara
4.8

The Villa Santa Barbara is a very nice community for several reasons. The food is better than in any of the past 5 places I have stayed. The rent is better (by far) than in any of the previous places that I've stayed. The managerial staff is top notch! Very friendly and ALWAYS there to help you with any question you may have. They are seriously the best people. Our dining room servers are so polite and great at their jobs. Our chef cares about what we think of her cooking and is always open to resident's suggestions. Also, we are just 3 blocks from State Street so walking to the beach is fantastic as you get to shop all the way down to the ocean! We have a nice pool table that I use frequently and, of course, there are other activities conducted by the staff for the residents. We have an exercise room where I do an hour of cycling a day and workout with the therabands. I would not choose to live in any other assisted living place in the Santa Barbara area.

Westmont of Santa Barbara

190 Viajero Dr, Goleta, CA 93117

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36 reviews

[name removed] the new director has turned Westmont around for the better. He has brought a new and refreshing energy to Westmont. He is proactive and understands and truly cares for the needs of his...

Provides: Independent Living, Assisted Living, Memory Care
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Mariposa at Ellwood Shores Assisted Living in Santa Barbara County is a warm, inviting senior living community designed for your comfort and care.Here, you’ll find Independent and Assisted Living as well as Memory Care options, with amenities and activities designed to promote optimum well-being...

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Wood Glen Senior Living

3010 Foothill Rd, Santa Barbara, CA 93105

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LOVE Wood Glen Hall! A perfect place for family/loved ones. We pre-viewed 9 other facilities in the SB area for our mother and this is the ONLY one that felt like home. The ambiance is cheerful, full of...

Provides: Independent Living, Assisted Living

Nestled in the foothills with a spectacular view of the blue Santa Barbara Mountains, cooled by ocean breezes, ringing with the genial laughter of family and friends, and typifying the gracious, relaxed and respectful service you are right to expect, Wood Glen Hall is a home you can make your...

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Alexander Gardens

2120 Santa Barbara St, Santa Barbara, CA 93105

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It is a lovely facility. It is an older estate donated by the family years ago to be an assisted living home. It almost could operate as a bed and breakfast, it is that nice. A couple of things we learned...

Provides: Assisted Living

Alexander Gardens is a spectacular historic home nestled in the Mission area of downtown Santa Barbara, amongst lush, stunning gardens. Concern for the care and needs of seniors has been a hallmark of Alexander Gardens, since the original family built 'casitas' for their elderly loved ones....

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Maravilla Senior Living Community

5486 Calle Real, Santa Barbara, CA 93111

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6 reviews

My mother has been in independent living at Maravilla for about 5 years already. The grounds, landscaping, and staff haven wonderful. She likes all the walking paths, and has made good friends. There is a...

Provides: Independent Living, Assisted Living, Memory Care
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At Maravilla, you’ll find every retirement lifestyle you could wish for. A full-service community located in scenic Santa Barbara, Maravilla’s beautifully designed campus offers 32 cottages, 60 Senior Residences, 155 Independent Living residences, 108 Assisted Living Suites, and a secured...

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Heritage House

5200 HOLLISTER AVE., Santa Barbara, CA 93111

2 reviews

Finding Heritage House was the best thing that happened to our family when we needed to find an Assisted Living facility for our mother. Prior to moving to Heritage House she lived at Maravilla and our...

Provides: Assisted Living

Rancho Santa Barbara(mobile homes)

333 Old Mill Rd, Santa Barbara, CA 93110

Provides: Senior Apartments

Valle Verde

900 Calle De Los Amigos, Santa Barbara, CA 93105

3 reviews

To: "Room for improvement" 1. Our residential unit has the microwave below the counter. I do not know that all units have this arrangement, but they are being upgraded and remodeled constantly. 2. ...

Provides: Independent Living
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Vista Del Monte

3775 Modoc Rd, Santa Barbara, CA 93105

4 reviews

They are very good but they are more expensive. My parents chose it years ago. First they went to the independent living and then the assisted living and then my father went in to the skilled nursing. They...

Provides: Independent Living, Assisted Living, Memory Care

Rancho Franciscan Senior Apt

221 Hitchcock Way # 107, Santa Barbara, CA 93105

Provides: Independent Living

The Samarkand

2550 Treasure Dr, Santa Barbara, CA 93105

2 reviews
Provides: Independent Living, Assisted Living, Memory Care

A nationally accredited continuing care retirement community, The Samarkand’s scenic 16-acre campus offers views of both the beautiful blue Pacific and the Santa Ynez Mountains. We offer a residential setting for every aspect of retirement. Residential styles availableCottages, villas and...

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Cost of independent living in Ellwood, CA

The average cost of senior living in Ellwood is 5,027 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Santa Maria, CA with an average of 3,481 per month.

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What is independent living?

Independent living offers a stress-free lifestyle for older adults. Independent living communities don’t provide personal care or supervision, but do offer generally healthy adults opportunities for socialization and hassle-free living. Independent living services often include:

  • Nutritious meals and snacks
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
  • Home maintenance and repairs
  • Social activities and outings
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Cliff View Terrace, Palms at Bonaventure and Westmont of Santa Barbara are the top-rated independent living facilities near Ellwood, California. See full list of communities.

There are 10 independent living facilities near Ellwood, California. See the full list.

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