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Nazareth House

2121 North First Street

Fresno, CA 93703

110 beds • Est. 1975 (51 years)

FYI Safety Score™

6.8 Fair

4 serious and 5 minor state citations across 15 state inspections, with 1 substantiated complaint. Last inspected in September 2026.

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Why we like it

Nazareth House Fresno is a 110-bed assisted living community in Fresno, operated by the Sisters of Nazareth, a Catholic nonprofit order with roots dating back to the 1800s. The Nazareth House tradition emphasizes compassionate care for elderly residents regardless of their financial situation.

Located in California's Central Valley, this is a solid mid-size option for families in the Fresno metro area.

  • Catholic Faith Built In

    Sisters of Nazareth operates this community. Daily Mass and on-site pastoral care are structural parts of daily life, not optional add-ons.

  • Seven-Acre Campus

    The grounds include seven acres of gardens with paved walkways designed for regular resident use — notably large for an urban Fresno location.

  • Pricing Confirmed by Facility

    Starting price of ~$4,000/month is facility-verified, not estimated from averages. Studio rooms have been cited at $3,300 in recent listings.

  • Average safety record

    4 serious and 5 minor citations across 15 state inspections, with 1 verified complaint. Ask what's changed and how past issues were corrected when you visit.

  • Catholic Orientation Is Central

    The faith dimension is foundational, not background. Families who want secular programming or a non-denominational environment should factor this in before touring.

  • Ask Specifically About Memory Care

    At least one reviewer explicitly cautioned against the memory care unit. If memory care is part of your planning horizon, ask for specifics on that wing during your visit.

  • Common Space Condition

    Recent reviews flagged the relaxation room as dated and temporarily used for storage. Worth checking current state of common areas on your tour.

Pricing

Assisted Living

Shared Room$4,000–$4,500/mo
Studio$5,600–$6,500/mo
1 Bedroom$7,750/mo

Independent Living

Shared Room$4,000–$4,500/mo
Studio$5,600–$6,500/mo
1 Bedroom$7,750/mo

Pricing is estimated, please contact the facility to confirm.

Where you'll live

2121 North First Street, Fresno, CA 93703

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Frequently asked questions

How safe is Nazareth House?
Nazareth House has a FYI Safety Score of 6.8 out of 10, based on California state inspection records. 9 state citations and 1 verified complaints have been documented since 2021 across 15 inspections.
How much does Nazareth House cost?
Nazareth House starts at $4,000 per month. Contact the facility directly for current pricing, room availability, and care-level costs.
Does Nazareth House offer memory care?
Nazareth House does not currently list Memory Care. Care types available include: Assisted Living.
Does Nazareth House accept Medi-Cal?
Nazareth House is not currently listed as a participant in the Assisted Living Waiver (ALW) program for Medi-Cal.
When was Nazareth House last inspected?
The most recent state inspection visit to Nazareth House was on 2026-09-14. The facility has received 15 total inspection visits on record.
How many violations does Nazareth House have?
Nazareth House has 9 state citations and 1 verified complaints since 2021 across 15 inspections. Our FYI Safety Score for this facility is 6.8 out of 10, which accounts for the severity and recency of these findings.
How long has Nazareth House been in operation?
Nazareth House has been licensed for 51 years in Fresno, California, with a licensed capacity of 110 beds.

Facility Details

Facility Type
Residential Care Facility for the Elderly (RCFE)
License Number
100400448
Size
110 beds (Large Community (50+ beds))
Licensed Since
June 6, 1975 (51 years)
Licensee
Poor Sisters of the Nazareth
Administrator
O'Neill, Rosemary, R.N.
Phone
(559) 614-7757
Address
2121 North First Street, Fresno, CA 93703

License data from the California Department of Social Services, Community Care Licensing Division. View full state record

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