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Brookdale Place of San Marcos

1590 W San Marcos Blvd

San Marcos, CA 92078

245 beds • Est. 2000 (25 years)


FYI Safety Score

9.4 Excellent

1 serious and 0 minor state citation across 20 state inspections, with 1 substantiated complaint. Last inspected in April 2026.

Safety data last updated July 2026

Part of the FYI Safety Scorecard, the independent safety rating for every California assisted living facility.


Why we like it

Brookdale Place of San Marcos is a 245-bed assisted living community in San Marcos, a growing North San Diego County city nestled between Escondido and Carlsbad. This large-campus community combines one of the strongest safety records in the Brookdale network with moderate pricing for the San Diego market.

San Marcos offers a suburban inland setting with easy freeway access to the coast.

  • Strong safety record

    Among the cleaner records in the state: 1 serious and 0 minor citations across 20 state inspections, with 1 verified complaint. A record this consistent is one of the clearest signs a home is well-run.

  • Outdoor pool and spa on-site

    Amenities include an outdoor pool and spa — less common at assisted living communities and a meaningful differentiator for active residents.

  • Facility-verified pricing from $3,495/month

    Starting price confirmed directly by the facility, not estimated from third-party sources. A clearer baseline for budget planning.

  • Managed by Integral Senior Living

    Part of a portfolio managing nearly 6,000 units, with standardized associate training and branded programs: Vibrant Life® activities and Elevate® dining.

  • Designer remodel currently underway

    Common spaces are mid-renovation. Ask which areas are affected and the expected completion timeline before committing to a move-in date.

  • 245-bed community

    One of the larger assisted living communities in San Marcos. Worth asking on a tour how the community maintains personalized routines at this scale.

  • Assisted living only

    No memory care on-site. Residents who later need higher acuity care would need to relocate to a different community.


Pricing

Assisted Living

1 Bedroom$3,495–$4,195/mo
Studio$3,795/mo
2 Bedroom$4,630/mo

Pricing is estimated, please contact the facility to confirm.


Where you'll live

1590 W San Marcos Blvd, San Marcos, CA 92078

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Amenities & Services

Dining
Housekeeping
Activities Program

Frequently asked questions

How safe is Brookdale Place of San Marcos?
Brookdale Place of San Marcos has a FYI Safety Score of 9.4 out of 10, based on California state inspection records. 1 state citations and 1 verified complaints have been documented since 2021 across 20 inspections.
How much does Brookdale Place of San Marcos cost?
Brookdale Place of San Marcos starts at $3,495 per month. Contact the facility directly for current pricing, room availability, and care-level costs.
Does Brookdale Place of San Marcos offer memory care?
Brookdale Place of San Marcos does not currently list Memory Care. Care types available include: Assisted Living.
Does Brookdale Place of San Marcos accept Medi-Cal?
Brookdale Place of San Marcos is not currently listed as a participant in the Assisted Living Waiver (ALW) program for Medi-Cal.
When was Brookdale Place of San Marcos last inspected?
The most recent state inspection visit to Brookdale Place of San Marcos was on 2026-04-02. The facility has received 20 total inspection visits on record.
How many violations does Brookdale Place of San Marcos have?
Brookdale Place of San Marcos has 1 state citations and 1 verified complaints since 2021 across 20 inspections. Our FYI Safety Score for this facility is 9.4 out of 10, which accounts for the severity and recency of these findings.
How long has Brookdale Place of San Marcos been in operation?
Brookdale Place of San Marcos has been licensed for 25 years in San Marcos, California, with a licensed capacity of 245 beds.

Facility Details

Facility Type
Residential Care Facility for the Elderly (RCFE)
License Number
374601046
Size
245 beds (Large Community (50+ beds))
Licensed Since
December 26, 2000 (25 years)
Licensee
Blc-Brookdale Place of San Marcos Lp
Administrator
Preston, Mario
Phone
(760) 471-9904
Address
1590 W San Marcos Blvd, San Marcos, CA 92078

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


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