6 facilities, but not cheap. Berkeley is one of the pricier markets in LA County. Safety scores trail most neighboring cities, so look closely at individual facilities.
A mix of large communities and smaller homes. Berkeley has 6 licensed facilities. 3 are larger communities with 50+ beds, which typically offer more structured programming, dining options, and round-the-clock staffing. The remaining 3 fall in between.
Expect to pay around $8,523/mo. That's about 61% more than the county average of $5,290/mo, so this isn't the cheapest market. Prices range from $6,673 up to $13,290 depending on the facility, room type, and level of care. 6 of 6 facilities publish pricing, which is better transparency than most areas.
Look at the safety scores before you visit. The average score in Berkeley is 6.9 out of 10. That's below the county average of 7.8, so take extra time reviewing individual facility scores before visiting. Some places here have rougher inspection histories than others. Our scores come from real California state inspection data, not self-reported reviews.
A few things that might narrow your search. None of the facilities here currently accept Medi-Cal, so you'll need to look at neighboring cities if that's a factor. If you need memory care for Alzheimer's or dementia, know that only 3 facilities here offer it.
Start by comparing facilities on what actually matters: safety record, pricing, care types, and size. We list all 6 licensed assisted living facilities in Berkeley with their FYI Safety Scores, drawn from California state inspection data, plus any verified pricing, so you can narrow the list before you ever pick up the phone. Many placement services are paid referral agents who only show you facilities that pay them. Here you can compare every licensed option directly.
It's on the pricier side. The average in Berkeley is $8,523/mo, about 61% more than the typical California city we track. If budget is a concern, it's worth looking at neighboring cities too.
Safety varies a lot by facility. Of the 6 facilities in Berkeley with a FYI Safety Score, 3 land in the Good or Excellent range and 2 fall into the Poor or Severe range. Across the 6 facilities with an inspection record, 67% have zero substantiated complaints. These scores come from California state inspection data, not online reviews, so they reflect what regulators actually documented.
The Ivy at Berkeley currently has the highest safety score in Berkeley at 8.9 out of 10. These scores are based on real state inspection data, not online reviews. We'd recommend checking individual scores for any facility you're considering, since they can vary a lot even within the same city.
Among our top-rated facilities, The Ivy at Berkeley starts at $10,468/mo, and it has a safety score of 8.9. Across all 6 facilities in the area, published prices range from $6,673 to $13,290/mo. Keep in mind that the actual cost depends on the level of care needed.
Unfortunately, none of the facilities we track in Berkeley currently participate in the ALW program. That can change, so it's worth calling facilities directly. You might also look at neighboring cities where Medi-Cal acceptance is more common.
Yes, 3 facilities in Berkeley offer specialized memory care for residents with Alzheimer's or other forms of dementia. Among the top-rated: The Ivy at Berkeley. Memory care units typically have additional security measures and staff trained in dementia care, so expect higher pricing than standard assisted living.
