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Senior Living Apartments in San Carlos, CA

Last Updated: 2/21/25

If you’re an active, independent older adult looking for senior housing in San Carlos, senior citizen apartments in San Carlos might be the right fit. Apartments for seniors typically don’t include personal care services, but may offer amenities, activities, and maintenance for a stress-free, social lifestyle.

A Place for Mom can help older adults navigate how to apply for senior housing in San Carlos and consider their options. With 80 senior rentals in San Carlos, CA, we can help you find the right apartment for your budget and lifestyle. Whether you’re looking for upscale San Carlos 55-plus apartments or low-income senior apartments for rent in San Carlos, A Place for Mom can simplify your search.


You may also consider nearby communities such as Hayward, San Mateo or Palomar Park.

Senior Apartments Facilities near San Carlos, CA

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Average starting price $2,168/month
Average starting price $4,998/month
Average starting price $6,209/month
Average starting price $6,247/month
Average starting price $5,490/month
Average starting price $3,423/month
Recent reviews of Senior Apartments in San Carlos, CA
Sycamore Hills By the Bay in Hercules, CA
5.0

The only improvement that I can think of that needs to be made at Sycamore Hills By the Bay is there is not enough parking. That is my only complaint about this facility. Everyone is very nice, the facility is really clean. I am really happy with my experience here so far.

Heritage Estates Senior Apts. in Livermore, CA
5.0

It's been great for my mom. I was very impressed. The apartment is very nice. I can't tell u how friendly and helpful everyone has been. My mom is doing very well. She is participating in the activities. Eric has been very helpful with my mom. He's been very good. The only downside is the kitchen area. The cabinets are way too high. My mom would have to get on a step stool to use them. The microwave is high as well. Everything else has been great.

The Broadmoor in San Francisco, CA
5.0

I rate them a five on everything except friendliness. On that they get a ten!!!!! My loved one's circumstances were such she was there a little more than two months. It was an interim stop between acute care and home. They knew that. She was sort of a grump, but everyone treated her well--staff and residents. I am grateful to The Broadmoor for my loved one's positive experience.

Serra Highlands Senior Living

501 King Dr, Daly City, CA 94015

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9.6
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69 reviews

Overall my experience with them has been pretty good. They could do little better on keeping his room clean, especially the bathroom. I will say the staff is very friendly. The care is adequate. [name...

Provides: Assisted Living
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At Serra Highlands Senior Living, you'll find a serene and welcoming senior community with all the comforts of home. Residents enjoy a diverse social calendar with an extensive continued learning program. Surrounded by beautiful wooded walkways, Serra Highlands Senior Livingprovides views of the...

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The Broadmoor

1499 Sutter Street, San Francisco, CA 94109

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15 reviews

My sister was previously a resident at The Broadmoor and her experience at this facility was great. The staff and residents were kind, friendly and helpful. The meals were of good quality. The move in and...

Provides: Senior Apartments, Independent Living

The Broadmoor offers the finest in senior living in San Francisco. We are centrally located in Cathedral Hill to shopping, banks, theatres, and the symphony. All our affordable rates include three meals per day prepared by our chef and served in our formal dining room, maid and linen service, on...

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Brunswick Street Apartments

4619 Brunswick St, Daly City, CA 94014

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5 reviews

The parking is a nightmare. There is a waiting list to get into the parking garage and after one year, I am still struggling to find parking on the street. My car was totaled one night by a hit and run, one...

Provides: Senior Apartments

Sign By Jan 15th, Just Pay $99 to move in and Rent won't be due until March 2021! Welcome to the Brunswick Street Apartments offering studio apartments for 55+ seniors! Conveniently located near public transportation, eateries, Daly City's main streets, our beautiful property has amenities...

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Scott Villa

1560 Middle Ln, Hayward, CA 94545

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1 review

My mom lived at Scott Villa for 5 years and they took wonderful care of her. They are affordable (by comparison), clean, and run by the most caring, lovely staff. My mom was a tough case and they handled all...

Provides: Assisted Living
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Heritage Estates Senior Apts.

900 E Stanley Blvd., Livermore, CA 94550

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We just moved my dad into the Heritage Assisted Living facility, the staff has been great, they are friendly and have a great sense of humor, the food is good and overall we are very pleased with the...

Provides: Senior Apartments
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Livermore Valley. Home of California's oldest wine producing region. And it can be your new home, too. If you are lucky enough to have been aged over 62 years, you can enjoy the good life at Heritage Estates Senior Apartments. Sip world-class wines quietly on your balcony or soak in nearby views...

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Cogir of Vista Terrace

900 6th Ave, Belmont, CA 94002

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3 reviews

The property at the Cogir of Vista Terrace is limited for activities. There is nowhere to meet and greet outside. There is also not enough variety on the food menu.

Provides: Assisted Living
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Welcome to Vista Terrace of Belmont Senior Living!We offer both independent and assisted living. We offer studios, one-bedrooms and two-bedroom apartments, many have lovely views of the bay area and also the Belmont hills, and some of our apartments have charming walk-out terraces. Pets are...

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Sycamore Hills By the Bay

1550 Sycamore Ave, Hercules, CA 94547

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
8.5
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6 reviews

On activities, there are activities available, but my mother has chosen not to engage. That could change, but I can't speak to the quality of the activities. Based on the experience we have had so far, we...

Provides: Senior Apartments

Sycamore Hills by the Bay apartments is the San Francisco Bay Area's newest apartment community for the 55+ senior! Sycamore Hills By the Bay is located in Hercules, CA, and offers convenient access to pubic transportation, shopping, and dining.

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The Villa at San Mateo

4000 S El Camino Real, San Mateo, CA 94403

1 review

Very nice

Provides: Senior Apartments
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Town Park Towers

60 N 3rd St, San Jose, CA 95112

1 review

Most potential. Surprisingly generous neighborhood for access to cultural intellectual access, SJ Museum, and SJ State U. and architecture and culture worth exploring, and inviting walks in all directions.

Provides: Senior Apartments
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Town Park Towers, conveniently located close to San Jose’s historic downtown, is a comfortable, secure, residential living facility for low- to moderate-income seniors, age 62 and older. Town Park Towers has studios, alcoves, and one-bedroom apartments, each with a private bath, complete kitchen,...

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Presidio Gate Apartments

2770 Lombard St, San Francisco, CA 94123

1 review
Provides: Senior Apartments

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Park Towers

700 Laurel Ave, San Mateo, CA 94401

Provides: Senior Apartments

Newark Gardens

35300 Cedar Blvd, Newark, CA 94560

Provides: Senior Apartments

Newark Gardens II

35322 Cedar Blvd, Newark, CA 94560

Provides: Senior Apartments

Newark Gardens II

35322 Cedar Blvd, Newark, CA 94560

Provides: Senior Apartments

Casa Pacifica

1060 Terra Nova Blvd, Pacifica, CA 94044

Provides: Senior Apartments

Rotary Plaza

433 Alida Way, South San Francisco, CA 94080

Provides: Senior Apartments

Wisteria Place

33821 Alvarado Niles Road, Union City, CA 94587

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Wisteria Place

33821 Alvarado Niles Road, Union City, CA 94587

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Rosewood Terrace

33935 Alvarado Niles Road, Union City, CA 94587

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Rosewood Terrace

33935 Alvarado Niles Road, Union City, CA 94587

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Heritage Village

38050 Fremont Blvd, Fremont, CA 94536

Provides: Senior Apartments

Rancho Luna

3939 Monroe Avenue, Fremont, CA 94536

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Rancho Luna

3939 Monroe Avenue, Fremont, CA 94536

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Rancho Sol Apartments

3599 Pennsylvania Ave, Fremont, CA 94536

Provides: Senior Apartments

Pasa Tiempo Apartments

39548 Fremont Blvd, Fremont, CA 94538

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Cost of senior apartments in San Carlos, CA

The average cost of senior living in San Carlos is 2,168 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Redwood City, CA with an average of 2,141 per month.

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What are senior apartments?

Senior apartments offer a no-frills housing option for active and independent seniors. Units are often designed with senior-friendly features for accessibility, such as elevators and wide doorways. In general, senior apartments don’t provide health care services or daily assistance. Many senior apartments include:

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San Carlos, California

Cost of Living

Cost of living is a big influence in selecting which community fits best. The rent burden for San Carlos is about 20.8% of the average person’s monthly income. The median monthly rent in San Carlos is about $3,115 and the median value for a house for San Carlos is about $1,251,370.

Demographics and Values

Based on gender, 47.7% are male and 52.3% are female. The median age of San Carlos is 42 years old. Out of the total population of San Carlos, 6.5% have some form of disability, 2.8% do not have health insurance, 71.2% participate in the labor force, and 4.9% are widows. San Carlos has a population density of 2,135 people per square mile. The current population of San Carlos consists of 30,499 people. Demographically, San Carlos is 0.6% black, 0.1% Native American, 5.1% mixed race, 14.8% Asian, 77.3% white, 10.2% Hispanic, 1.9% other or not specified, and 0.3% Pacific Islander or Native Hawaiian. In terms of education, 30.8% have a graduate degree, 9.1% have a high-school diploma, and 66.3% have a college degree. In San Carlos, 4.4% of the population are veterans.

State Information

An overview of California

The state of California has a cost of living index of 138.7 where a score of 100 is the national average, and anything above 100 is considered more expensive than the average. The state has a grocery index rating of 121.4 and a housing index rating of 227.3. The quality of life enjoyed by the average California citizen is ranked 19th nation-wide. Additionally, California is ranked 7th by healthcare standards. Residents of California enjoy its natural beauty which ranks 5th in the United States. There are 391 general hospitals and 1,108 health centers that provide care for 39,715,372 California residents. The top three hospitals in the state are considered to be Mills-peninsula Medical Center, Alta Bates Summit Medical Center, and And Santa Monica’s UCLA Medical Center and Orthopedic Hospital.

Social demographics of the state

In terms of religion, 31% of California residents attend religious services among the 23,558 different congregations that are available in the state. The top three Christian denominations in the state are Evangelical Protestant-20%, Mainline Protestant-10%, and Historically Black Protestant-2%. The top three non-Christian denominations in the state are Jewish-2%, Buddhist-2%, and Hindu-2%. In California there are 395 masonic lodges. In the last presidential election 62% of California residents voted Democrat and 32% voted Republican. The state of California ranks 1st in the country for diversity and the state is considered very LGBTQ friendly. The state has a median age of 37 and 26% of its population being over the age of 55.

State-wide weather information

The average monthly precipitation for the state of California is around 2.04 inches. The most precipitation occurs in December with an average of 16.26 inches of precipitation a month. The average air quality index rating in California is 57.1 AQI. The highest seasonal air quality index rating occurs in the month of August with a rating of 83.0 AQI. The average humidity across the state is 61%. The highest monthly average humidity rating is 81% in the month of July. During the summer, the average temperature in California is around 71F.The average high summer temperature is around 116F in the month of July. In the summer, the average low temperature drops to around 34F during the month of June. During the winter, the average temperature in California drops to around 47F. During the winter, the average high temperature peaks at around 76F during the month of February. The average low temperature during the winter drops to around 8F in the month of January. While residents of California mostly enjoy pleasant conditions, it’s important to be aware of inclement weather as well, which in California can include earthquakes (high), floods, and and tornadoes.

Wildlife to be found in California

The state of California has a diverse array of plant and animal life. Local plant life can consist of chamise, California juniper, California fan palm, and Joshua tree. While venturing throughout the state, you might see animals such as the coyotes, the cougars, the snakes, or the black bears. The state animal of California is the California grizzly bear.

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The Broadmoor, Sycamore Hills By the Bay and Brunswick Street Apartments are the top-rated senior apartments near San Carlos, California. See full list of communities.

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