27 facilities at some of the lower price points in California. Safety scores trail most neighboring cities, so look closely at individual facilities.
These scores are part of the FYI Safety Scorecard, California's independent safety rating for assisted living. See how Fremont compares statewide.
40 beds · $4,100/mo
Best safety record in Fremont.
40 beds · $6,320/mo
Above-average safety. Offers memory care. On the pricier end.
140 beds · $3,745/mo
Above-average safety. Large community with more amenities. Offers memory care.
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Mostly smaller, home-like settings. Fremont has 27 licensed assisted living facilities. The majority (19) are residential care homes with 6 beds or fewer, so if you're looking for something intimate where your parent isn't one of dozens of residents, you'll have options. There are also 6 larger communities with 50+ beds if you prefer structured activities, on-site dining, and more staff on hand.
Expect to pay around $4,649/mo. That's roughly 12% less than the statewide average, making this one of the more affordable areas to look. Prices range from $2,295 up to $7,896 depending on the facility, room type, and level of care. 24 of 27 facilities publish pricing, which is better transparency than most areas.
Look at the safety scores before you visit. The average score in Fremont is 5.8 out of 10. That's below the statewide 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. Only 4% of facilities here accept Medi-Cal through the Assisted Living Waiver program, so your options will be limited. 15 facilities offer specialized memory care if that's what you need.
Start by comparing facilities on what actually matters: safety record, pricing, care types, and size. We list all 27 licensed assisted living facilities in Fremont 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.
Compared with most of California, Fremont is more affordable. The average here is $4,649/mo, about 12% less than the typical California city we track. Prices still vary a lot depending on the facility and level of care.
Safety varies a lot by facility. Of the 27 facilities in Fremont with a FYI Safety Score, 3 land in the Good or Excellent range and 13 fall into the Poor or Severe range. Across the 27 facilities with an inspection record, 70% have zero substantiated complaints. These scores come from California state inspection data, not online reviews, so they reflect what regulators actually documented.
Fremont Rtrmt Com-Happy Lvng by Cogir/Cogir Fremon currently has the highest safety score in Fremont at 7.8 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, Fremont Hills starts at $3,745/mo, and it has a safety score of 7.4. Across all 27 facilities in the area, published prices range from $2,295 to $7,896/mo. Keep in mind that the actual cost depends on the level of care needed.
4% of facilities in Fremont participate in the Assisted Living Waiver (ALW) program, which is California's way of covering assisted living costs through Medi-Cal. Eligibility requirements can be strict, so it's worth calling ahead to ask about availability and waitlists.
Yes, 15 facilities in Fremont offer specialized memory care for residents with Alzheimer's or other forms of dementia. Among the top-rated: Brookdale North Fremont and Fremont Hills. Memory care units typically have additional security measures and staff trained in dementia care, so expect higher pricing than standard assisted living.
Every licensed facility we track in Fremont, ranked by our recommendation. Each links to its full safety record, pricing, and details.