Atria Collwood has 26 state citations (5 serious, 21 minor) and 19 verified complaints across 83 inspections since 2021, with the most recent inspection on 2/18/2026. Complaint investigations across the record cover a range of topics including sexual abuse allegations, resident-to-resident boundary incidents, staff speaking harshly to residents, restricted access to personal belongings, transportation delays, temperature discomfort, and bathroom maintenance. The most serious recent complaints involved sexual abuse allegations reviewed in September and December 2025, each investigated with law enforcement involvement and found unsubstantiated; investigators noted the reporting resident provided inconsistent statements and had a medical condition contributing to confusion. Additional complaints covering staff conduct, personal property access, transportation scheduling, and facility maintenance conditions were also investigated and found unsubstantiated following staff and resident interviews that did not corroborate the allegations.
Atria Collwood is a 185-bed assisted living and memory care community in the College area of San Diego, near San Diego State University. It is one of Atria's more affordable California communities, with pricing well below coastal San Diego averages.
The large campus offers the chain's full suite of amenities including restaurant-style dining and structured activities programming.
Among the most affordable Atria communities
Pricing here runs significantly lower than most Atria locations in California, making it accessible for families who want the backing of a national chain without the premium price tag.
Large community with full programming
At 185 beds, this is a substantial community with the scale to support diverse activities, multiple dining options, and dedicated memory care staffing.
Central San Diego location
The College area puts families near major San Diego hospitals, freeways, and the energy of the SDSU neighborhood, with shopping and dining options nearby.
Concerning safety record
This community has a safety score of 4.3 out of 9.9, which is well below average and indicates a significant pattern of citations or complaints in state inspection records. Families should request and carefully review recent inspection reports before making a decision.
Urban neighborhood tradeoffs
The College area near SDSU is livelier and louder than the quiet residential settings some families prefer for senior care. Traffic and street noise may be a factor.
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5308 Monroe Ave, San Diego, CA 92115
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$2,995/mo
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