12 facilities, but not cheap. Burlingame is one of the pricier markets in LA County. Safety scores trail most neighboring cities, so look closely at individual facilities.
47 beds · $6,795/mo
Best safety record in Burlingame.
97 beds · $4,200/mo
Above-average safety. Large community with more amenities. Lower cost than most in the area.
6 beds · $6,500/mo
Above-average safety. Small home, more personal attention.
Mostly smaller, home-like settings. Burlingame has 12 licensed assisted living facilities. The majority (7) are residential care homes with 6 beds or fewer, so if you're looking for something intimate where your parent isn't one of dozens of residents, you'll have options. There are also 3 larger communities with 50+ beds if you prefer structured activities, on-site dining, and more staff on hand.
Expect to pay around $5,883/mo. That's about 26% more than the county average of $4,675/mo, so this isn't the cheapest market. Prices range from $4,095 up to $7,500 depending on the facility, room type, and level of care. 10 of 12 facilities publish pricing, which is better transparency than most areas.
Look at the safety scores before you visit. The average score in Burlingame is 7.3 out of 9.9. That's below the county average of 8.5, so take extra time reviewing individual facility scores before visiting. Some places here have rougher inspection histories than others. Our scores come from real California state inspection data, not self-reported reviews.
A few things that might narrow your search. None of the facilities here currently accept Medi-Cal, so you'll need to look at neighboring cities if that's a factor.
It's on the pricier side. The average in Burlingame is $5,883/mo, which is about 26% more than the LA County average. If budget is a concern, it's worth looking at neighboring cities too.
Mills Estate Villa currently has the highest safety score in Burlingame at 8.2 out of 9.9. These scores are based on real state inspection data, not online reviews. We'd recommend checking individual scores for any facility you're considering, since they can vary a lot even within the same city.
Among our top-rated facilities, Oakmont of Burlingame starts at $4,200/mo, and it has a safety score of 7.6. Across all 12 facilities in the area, published prices range from $4,095 to $7,500/mo. Keep in mind that the actual cost depends on the level of care needed.
Unfortunately, none of the facilities we track in Burlingame currently participate in the ALW program. That can change, so it's worth calling facilities directly. You might also look at neighboring cities where Medi-Cal acceptance is more common.