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Palo Alto Commons

4075 El Camino Way

Palo Alto, CA 94306

250 beds • Est. 2021 (4 years)

FYI Safety Score™

7.2 Fair

3 serious and 0 minor state citations across 30 state inspections, with 1 substantiated complaint. Last inspected in June 2026.

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Safety data last updated July 2026

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Why we like it

Palo Alto Commons is a 250-bed assisted living community in the heart of Palo Alto, one of Silicon Valley's most desirable cities. Its central Peninsula location puts residents close to Stanford Medical Center and the cultural amenities of downtown Palo Alto.

As one of the larger communities in the area, it offers a full spectrum of services and programming.

  • Prime Silicon Valley location

    Located in Palo Alto with proximity to Stanford Medical Center, excellent dining, and cultural offerings — a strong draw for families who want their loved ones close to top-tier healthcare.

  • Large community with broad resources

    At 250 beds, Palo Alto Commons has the scale to support diverse activity programming, dining options, and round-the-clock staffing depth.

  • Average safety record

    3 serious and 0 minor citations across 30 state inspections, with 1 verified complaint. Ask what's changed and how past issues were corrected when you visit.

  • Pricing not yet available

    We don't have verified pricing for this community yet. Given the Palo Alto location, families should expect premium pricing typical of the Peninsula market.

Pricing

Assisted Living

Studio$8,500–$8,800/mo
1 Bedroom$9,850–$10,800/mo
Private Room$10,500/mo
2 Bedroom$11,950–$13,900/mo

Memory Care

Shared Room$7,050/mo
Private Room$12,000–$14,000/mo

Pricing is estimated, please contact the facility to confirm.

Where you'll live

4075 El Camino Way, Palo Alto, CA 94306

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Amenities & Services

24-Hour Staff
Licensed Nurse
Emergency Call System
Memory Care Program
Dining
Housekeeping
Laundry
Concierge
Activities Program
Fitness Center
Library
Courtyard
Swimming Pool
Pet Friendly
Wi-Fi
Cable TV

Frequently asked questions

How safe is Palo Alto Commons?
Palo Alto Commons has a FYI Safety Score of 7.2 out of 10, based on California state inspection records. 3 state citations and 1 verified complaints have been documented since 2022 across 30 inspections.
How much does Palo Alto Commons cost?
Palo Alto Commons starts at $7,050 per month. Contact the facility directly for current pricing, room availability, and care-level costs.
Does Palo Alto Commons offer memory care?
Palo Alto Commons does not currently list Memory Care. Care types available include: Assisted Living.
Does Palo Alto Commons accept Medi-Cal?
Palo Alto Commons is not currently listed as a participant in the Assisted Living Waiver (ALW) program for Medi-Cal.
When was Palo Alto Commons last inspected?
The most recent state inspection visit to Palo Alto Commons was on 2026-06-01. The facility has received 30 total inspection visits on record.
How many violations does Palo Alto Commons have?
Palo Alto Commons has 3 state citations and 1 verified complaints since 2022 across 30 inspections. Our FYI Safety Score for this facility is 7.2 out of 10, which accounts for the severity and recency of these findings.
How long has Palo Alto Commons been in operation?
Palo Alto Commons has been licensed for 4 years in Palo Alto, California, with a licensed capacity of 250 beds.

Facility Details

Facility Type
Residential Care Facility for the Elderly (RCFE)
License Number
435202819
Size
250 beds (Large Community (50+ beds))
Licensed Since
June 30, 2021 (4 years)
Licensee
Wellquest Palo Alto Tenantco,Llc ; Wellquest Et Al
Administrator
Li Li
Phone
(650) 494-0760
Address
4075 El Camino Way, Palo Alto, CA 94306

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

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