5480 Marengo Ave
La Mesa, CA 91942
425 beds • Est. 2023 (2 years) • Accepts Medi-Cal (ALW) • Get directions
3 serious and 6 minor state citations across 72 state inspections, with 6 substantiated complaints. Last inspected in June 2026.
Safety data last updated July 2026
Part of the FYI Safety Scorecard, the independent safety rating for every California assisted living facility.
Grossmont Gardens Senior Living is a 425-bed assisted living community in La Mesa, one of the largest residential care facilities in San Diego County. The community's scale supports extensive programming, amenities, and staffing infrastructure.
Extensive community resources
At 425 beds, Grossmont Gardens is among the largest assisted living communities in the region, offering a wide range of activities, dining options, and on-site services that smaller communities can't match.
East County accessibility
La Mesa's central East County location provides convenient access for families across San Diego while offering a quieter, more affordable alternative to coastal communities.
Sibling memory care campus
Grossmont Gardens operates a dedicated memory care community nearby in La Mesa, which can simplify transitions if a resident's needs change over time.
Below-average safety record
3 serious and 6 minor citations across 72 state inspections, with 6 verified complaints. Worth asking directly about recent findings and how they've been addressed before deciding.
Very large facility feel
A 425-bed community operates more like a large campus than a residential home. Some families prefer a smaller, more intimate setting where staff know every resident by name.
Pricing is estimated, please contact the facility to confirm.
5480 Marengo Ave, La Mesa, CA 91942
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