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Brookdale Ocean House

2107 Ocean Ave

Santa Monica, CA 90405

150 beds • Est. 2005 (20 years)


FYI Safety Score

6.2 Below Average

Brookdale Ocean House recorded 10 state citations (1 serious, 9 minor) and 8 verified complaints since 2021 across 29 inspections. Among the substantiated findings, a complaint investigation confirmed that a resident fell late at night and did not receive staff assistance until the following morning; the facility also failed to report the incident to Community Care Licensing as required, resulting in a citation. A second substantiated complaint documented physical plant deficiencies, including a hole in a bathroom ceiling covered with a board and torn, worn carpeting in a resident room posing a safety hazard, which also resulted in a citation. An earlier verified complaint confirmed that an elevator had been out of service for several months, with residents on upper floors reporting difficulty accessing their rooms. The most recent complaint, investigated in July 2025, examined allegations of inadequate staffing and residents being left soiled for extended periods; 9 of 12 residents interviewed reported that staffing met their needs.


Why we like it

Brookdale Ocean House is a 150-bed assisted living and memory care community at 2107 Ocean Avenue in Santa Monica — just blocks from the Pacific Ocean. Operated by Brookdale Senior Living, it features a rooftop patio with ocean views, pet-friendly apartments, a therapy room, and amenities including a theater, billiards room, and putting green.

The community has been operating for 20 years.

  • Ocean views from a Santa Monica rooftop

    Located on Ocean Avenue, this community offers what few assisted living facilities in LA can — a rooftop patio with actual ocean views and coastal air. For residents who love the beach, this location is genuinely special.

  • Both assisted living and memory care available

    The community offers both assisted living and memory care, meaning residents can transition to specialized cognitive support without leaving the building. That continuity avoids the trauma of relocating to an unfamiliar facility.

  • 20 years of continuous operation

    Licensed since 2005, this community has had two decades to establish itself in one of LA's most desirable neighborhoods. Ask about staff tenure and long-term resident satisfaction.

  • Strong amenity mix with unique features

    A therapy room, putting green, theater, billiards, greenhouse/gardening area, and fireside living room go beyond the standard amenity checklist. These spaces suggest investment in quality of life, not just care basics.

  • Santa Monica pricing is among the highest in LA

    Ocean Avenue real estate doesn't come cheap, and that's reflected in the monthly costs. Check the pricing section carefully and compare against communities even a few miles inland where rates can be significantly lower.

  • 150 beds in an urban setting

    This is a mid-to-large community on a constrained urban lot. Outdoor space is limited to the rooftop, courtyard, and landscaped areas — there's no sprawling campus here. If your loved one values room to roam, the location tradeoff is real.

  • Brookdale corporate experience may vary locally

    Brookdale's national brand provides infrastructure and protocols, but the day-to-day resident experience depends heavily on local management. Ask about the current Executive Director's tenure and read recent reviews.


Pricing

Assisted Living

Suite$6,085/mo

Pricing is estimated, please contact the facility to confirm.

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Where you'll live

2107 Ocean Ave, Santa Monica, CA 90405

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Amenities & Services

24-Hour Staff
Emergency Call System
Memory Care Program
Dining
Activities Program
Fitness Center
Beauty Salon
Library
Movie Theater
Garden
Courtyard
Pet Friendly
Wi-Fi

Frequently asked questions

How safe is Brookdale Ocean House?
Brookdale Ocean House has a FYI Safety Score of 6.2 out of 9.9, our proprietary score based on California state inspection records. 10 state citations and 8 verified complaints have been documented since 2021 across 29 inspections.
How much does Brookdale Ocean House cost?
Brookdale Ocean House starts at $6,085 per month. Contact the facility directly for current pricing, room availability, and care-level costs.
Does Brookdale Ocean House offer memory care?
Brookdale Ocean House does not currently list Memory Care. Care types available include: Independent Living, Assisted Living.
Does Brookdale Ocean House accept Medi-Cal?
Brookdale Ocean House is not currently listed as a participant in the Assisted Living Waiver (ALW) program for Medi-Cal.
When was Brookdale Ocean House last inspected?
The most recent state inspection visit to Brookdale Ocean House was on 2025-09-13. The facility has received 29 total inspection visits on record.
How many violations does Brookdale Ocean House have?
Brookdale Ocean House has 10 state citations and 8 verified complaints since 2021 across 29 inspections. Our FYI Safety Score for this facility is 6.2 out of 9.9, which accounts for the severity and recency of these findings.
How long has Brookdale Ocean House been in operation?
Brookdale Ocean House has been licensed for 20 years in Santa Monica, California, with a licensed capacity of 150 beds.

Facility Details

Facility Type
Residential Care Facility for the Elderly (RCFE)
License Number
198204758
Size
150 beds (Large Community (50+ beds))
Licensed Since
August 18, 2005 (20 years)
Licensee
Blc Ocean House Lp
Administrator
Helen Lee
Phone
(310) 399-3227
Address
2107 Ocean Ave, Santa Monica, CA 90405

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


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