7 facilities, but not cheap. San Carlos is one of the pricier markets in LA County. Safety scores run above average.
47 beds · $8,700/mo
Best safety record in San Carlos. On the pricier end.
130 beds · $6,274/mo
Very clean inspection history. Large community with more amenities.
6 beds · $7,000/mo
Above-average safety. Small home, more personal attention.
Mostly smaller, home-like settings. San Carlos has 7 licensed assisted living facilities. The majority (4) 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 1 larger community with 50+ beds if you prefer structured activities, on-site dining, and more staff on hand.
Expect to pay around $7,246/mo. That's about 55% more than the county average of $4,675/mo, so this isn't the cheapest market. Prices range from $6,000 up to $8,700 depending on the facility, room type, and level of care. 6 of 7 facilities publish pricing, which is better transparency than most areas.
Look at the safety scores before you visit. The average score in San Carlos is 9.3 out of 9.9. That puts San Carlos 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 San Carlos is $7,246/mo, which is about 55% more than the LA County average. If budget is a concern, it's worth looking at neighboring cities too.
Bayview Villa currently has the highest safety score in San Carlos 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, San Carlos Elms starts at $6,274/mo, and it has a safety score of 9.3. Across all 7 facilities in the area, published prices range from $6,000 to $8,700/mo. Keep in mind that the actual cost depends on the level of care needed.
Unfortunately, none of the facilities we track in San Carlos 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.