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Villa Gardens

842 East Villa Street

Pasadena, CA 91101

340 beds • Est. 1999 (26 years)


FYI Safety Score

7.5 Good

7 citations in the last 2 years and 3 older across 14 inspections. 1 substantiated complaint on file. Last inspected in November 2025.

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Why we like it

Villa Gardens sits in the heart of Pasadena, walking distance from Old Town, the Norton Simon Museum, and the Huntington Library. Part of the Front Porch senior living network, this 340-bed community has been operating for 26 years and offers independent and assisted living with chef-prepared dining.

3 miles away, making it one of the most transit-connected senior communities in LA. 5 miles.

  • One of LA's best locations for staying connected

    Walking distance to Old Town Pasadena, the Rose Bowl, Huntington Library, and the Gold Line metro (0.3 miles). Residents aren't isolated — they're embedded in a real neighborhood with restaurants, museums, and hospitals within minutes.

  • Chef-prepared dining as an everyday standard

    Chef-prepared meals are highlighted as a daily feature, not a special occasion perk. Dining is one of the most important quality-of-life factors in senior living — visit during a meal to experience it firsthand.

  • 26 years of continuous operation

    Licensed since 1999, Villa Gardens has a long track record in one of LA's most desirable neighborhoods. You can ask about long-tenured staff, established routines, and the kind of operational stability that newer communities simply don't have.

  • Backed by the Front Porch network

    Villa Gardens is part of Front Porch, a larger senior living organization. This means more resources, shared best practices, and organizational stability compared to independently operated facilities.

  • 340 beds means you're sharing the space

    This is a large community. Common areas, dining rooms, and hallways will be busy. If your loved one prefers quiet and solitude, the scale might feel overwhelming.

  • Premium Pasadena pricing

    The prime Pasadena location comes with premium pricing to match. More affordable options exist further from city centers, but you'd trade the walkability and cultural access.


Pricing

Starting from $7,105/mo

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Where you'll live

842 East Villa Street, Pasadena, CA 91101

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Amenities & Services

Dining
Housekeeping
Transportation
Activities Program
Fitness Center
Library
Garden

Facility Details

Facility Type
Residential Care Facility for the Elderly (RCFE)
License Number
197602345
Capacity
340 beds
Size
Large Community (50+ beds)
Licensed Since
June 30, 1999 (26 years)
Licensee
Front Porch Communities and Services
Administrator
Shaun Rushforth
ALW Participant
No
Phone
(626) 796-8162
Address
842 East Villa Street, Pasadena, CA 91101

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


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