15 facilities, but not cheap. Los Osos is one of the pricier markets in LA County. Safety records here are among the best in the county.
Small residential homes, not big institutions. All 15 facilities in Los Osos are on the smaller side (15 homes with 6 beds or fewer). That means a more personal feel, but it also means fewer amenities like group activities or on-site medical staff. If that tradeoff matters to you, it's worth visiting a few to see the difference.
Expect to pay around $6,422/mo. That's about 37% more than the county average of $4,675/mo, so this isn't the cheapest market. Prices range from $5,200 up to $7,040 depending on the facility, room type, and level of care. 11 of 15 facilities publish pricing, which is better transparency than most areas.
Look at the safety scores before you visit. The average score in Los Osos is 9.6 out of 9.9. That puts Los Osos in the top third of LA County, which is a good sign. Facilities here tend to have cleaner inspection histories than average. 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 Los Osos is $6,422/mo, which is about 37% more than the LA County average. If budget is a concern, it's worth looking at neighboring cities too.
Bay Osos Rcfe Ii currently has the highest safety score in Los Osos at 9.9 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, Bay Osos Rcfe I starts at $6,010/mo, and it has a safety score of 9.5. Across all 15 facilities in the area, published prices range from $5,200 to $7,040/mo. Keep in mind that the actual cost depends on the level of care needed.
Unfortunately, none of the facilities we track in Los Osos 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.
