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California Active Adult Retirement Communities

California, with its diverse geography ranging from scenic coastlines to serene mountains, offers an ideal environment for active adults 55+. The state's mild climate, numerous outdoor activities, and vibrant cultural scenes provide a fulfilling lifestyle for retirees seeking adventure and relaxation.

Active 55+ community lifestyle offers vibrant, social living for seniors. Residents enjoy numerous amenities like fitness centers, pools, golf courses, and clubhouses. Engaging activities include classes, clubs, and events fostering friendships, wellness, and a strong sense of community.

PREMIER COMMUNITIES

Vallecito, Newbury Park, CA - Nestled in the hills of Newbury Park, among large beautiful trees, this 55+ manufactured housing community is one of the most attractive and welcoming neighborhoods in California. Besides our resort-style amenities, professional staff, and friendly neighbors, Vallecito boasts a gorgeous southwestern California location. Breathe in the endless rolling hills and experience the good life beneath the beautiful California sunshine. Come check us out and start living the ultimate California lifestyle today!

Community Lifestyles: 55+ Communities, Active Retirement, Manufactured Homes, Oceanfront or Coastal (or near), Mountain Living (or near)

Experience serene retirement at Sunrise Estates, a 55+ manufactured home community in Banning, CA. Enjoy stunning views of the San Jacinto Mountains, amenities like a pool and game room, and social activities. Close to Palm Springs' attractions and outdoor recreation.

Community Lifestyles: 55+ Communities, Active Retirement, Manufactured Homes, Mountain Living (or near)

Sun City Roseville

Sun City Roseville

Sun City Roseville

7050 Del Webb Blvd
Roseville, CA 95747

22 homes $425,000 - $999,999 / 25 models

Pets Allowed Pet Friendly

Nestled in the beauty of its Northern California surroundings, Sun City Roseville offers a feeling of peace and tranquility. Sun City Roseville is a 1200 acre community of active adults who live in 3110 single story ranch style homes, ranging from 878 to 2681 square feet. The common areas have lovely oak trees, winding creeks, and many excellent amenities.

Community Lifestyles: 55+ Communities, Active Retirement, Golf Course Living

Friendly Village of Simi - Simi Valley, CA - Whether you choose to be active or enjoy the restful ambiance of Simi Valley, there is something for everyone at Friendly Village Simi, an active 55+ community. Breathe in the stunning natural beauty of coastal California. We take pride in our wide selection of fantastic amenities and activities galore, so you can stay as busy or relaxed as you like.

Community Lifestyles: 55+ Communities, Active Retirement, Manufactured Homes, Mountain Living (or near)

Rossmoor is a nationally recognized and award winning senior adult community located in the picturesque 2,000 acre Tice Valley area of Walnut Creek. The community is only two miles from downtown Walnut Creek, and 20 miles from downtown San Francisco. Surrounded by acres of open space, the gated community is home to 8,700 residents residing in 6,400 attractive garden-style and mid-rise condominiums.

Community Lifestyles: 55+ Communities, Active Retirement, Golf Course Living

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Atria Tamalpais Creek

Atria Tamalpais Creek

Atria Tamalpais Creek

853 Tamalpais Avenue
Novato, CA 94947

Atria Senior Living Group, the nation’s fourth largest assisted living owner-operator, provides respectful, quality care that helps more than 14,000 older people live life to the fullest. Atria communities are not nursing homes; rather, they ...

Community Lifestyles: Active Retirement

The Windham

The Windham

The Windham

1100 East Spruce Avenue
Fresno, CA 93720

We specialize in full-service senior living communities that offer an enriched lifestyle drawn from thoughtful details. When Andrew Kohlberg, our founder and president, purchased Kisco’s first retirement community in 1990, two thoughts emerge...

Community Lifestyles: Active Retirement

Vineyard Commons

Vineyard Commons

Vineyard Commons

3585 Round Barn Boulevard
Santa Rosa, CA 95403

With over 300 senior living communities located in 43 U.S. states and 7 Canadian provinces, Holiday Retirement provides seniors with independent living services like chef-prepared meals daily, transportation and housekeeping services, plenty of so...

Community Lifestyles: Active Retirement

Mission Commons

Mission Commons

Mission Commons

10 Terracina Boulevard
Redlands, CA 92373

With over 300 senior living communities located in 43 U.S. states and 7 Canadian provinces, Holiday Retirement provides seniors with independent living services like chef-prepared meals daily, transportation and housekeeping services, plenty of so...

Community Lifestyles: Active Retirement

Emeritus at Chatsworth

Emeritus at Chatsworth

Emeritus at Chatsworth

20801 Devonshire Street
Chatsworth, CA 91311

Nestled amidst old-growth shade trees on beautifully landscaped grounds with a courtyard, lovely patio garden and walking trails, Emeritus at Chatsworth is considered one of the premier assisted living communities in the San Fernando Valley. Locat...

Community Lifestyles: Active Retirement

Quiet Life Spot

Quiet Life Spot

Quiet Life Spot

4536 W. Feemster Avenue
Visalia, CA 93277

Quiet Life Spot is located in Visalia, California. With six beds, it's considered a smaller facility, or a board and care home. This may appeal to the senior in search of a more intimate residential setting. Seniors accustomed to living in sing...

Community Lifestyles: Active Retirement

Merrill Gardens at Willow Glen is located in San, Jose California. Willow Glen is like a small town neighborhood, with a tree-lined main street populated by outdoor cafes, coffee shops, boutiques and bookstores. Our community includes independent ...

Community Lifestyles: Active Retirement

The Gables

The Gables

The Gables

201 E. Foothill Blvd
Monrovia, CA 91016

The Gables provides a full range of choices for today's seniors. Choosing a senior living community represents a lifestyle choice and we understand that our residents are choosing much more than a comfortable living environment to call home. Our B...

Community Lifestyles: Active Retirement

Fairwinds-Ivey Ranch

Fairwinds-Ivey Ranch

Fairwinds-Ivey Ranch

4490 Mesa Drive
Oceanside, CA 92056

Leisure Care offers more than a dozen senior residences throughout Arizona, California, Colorado, Idaho, Missouri, New Mexico, and Washington. Leisure Care residences are supported by a caring staff that offers program options including independen...

Community Lifestyles: Active Retirement

Villa Serena

Villa Serena

Villa Serena

1340 Pomeroy Avenue
Santa Clara, CA 95051

Villa Serena is a retirement community located in beautiful Santa Clara, California. Villa Serena offers the fun of a vibrant retirement community and the independent lifestyle you value. Our retirement community has gorgeous landscaping and is se...

Community Lifestyles: Active Retirement

Crosswood Oaks

Crosswood Oaks

Crosswood Oaks

6650 Crosswoods Circle
Citrus Heights, CA 95621

Picture yourself enjoying the carefree, independent lifestyle you desire in a private community nestled amongst majestic California Oaks. Established in 1976, Crosswood Oaks in Citrus Heights, CA, blends nature with refinement throughout. In the l...

Community Lifestyles: Active Retirement

Fairwinds - West Hills

Fairwinds - West Hills

Fairwinds - West Hills

8138 Woodlake Avenue
West Hills, CA 91304

“Having it all” would be a fitting description of Fairwinds – West Hills Retirement Community. Live surrounded by the serenity of western San Fernando Valley and enjoy incredible views from every apartment. Choose your lifestyle of ...

Community Lifestyles: Active Retirement

Drake Terrace At San Rafael

Drake Terrace At San Rafael

Drake Terrace At San Rafael

275 Los Ranchitos Road
San Rafael, CA 94903

Tucked in the hills of Marin County, Drake Terrace offers a tasteful lifestyle for Independent and Assisted Living in a peaceful environment with beautifully landscaped grounds and walking paths. In the center of the community is a lovely courtyar...

Community Lifestyles: Active Retirement

Aegis of Napa

Aegis of Napa

Aegis of Napa

2100 Redwood Road
Napa, CA 94558

Áegis of Napa is located in the heart of the scenic wine country of Napa Valley. A charming Victorian-style building with a bed and breakfast-like atmosphere welcomes all who visit. Our lovely sun-drenched front porch creates a warm and invitin...

Community Lifestyles: Active Retirement

Chancellor Place of Lodi

Chancellor Place of Lodi

Chancellor Place of Lodi

2220 West Kettleman Lane
Lodi, CA 95242

Chancellor Place of Lodi provides our residents with lifestyles, housing, care and services in comfortable surroundings combined with exceptional amenities, programs and care. Through Brookdale's signature Personalized Assisted Living we customize...

Community Lifestyles: Active Retirement

Bridgecreek

Bridgecreek

Bridgecreek

3601 Holt Avenue
West Covina, CA 91791

With over 300 senior living communities located in 43 U.S. states and 7 Canadian provinces, Holiday Retirement provides seniors with independent living services like chef-prepared meals daily, transportation and housekeeping services, plenty of so...

Community Lifestyles: Active Retirement

Emeritus at Alhambra

Emeritus at Alhambra

Emeritus at Alhambra

1 East Commonwealth
Alhambra, CA 91801

This is a simple promise that the staff at Emeritus at Alhambra — and throughout Emeritus Senior Living communities — has shared since our community first opened its doors. It's a simple promise to be compassionate and kind, understandin...

Community Lifestyles: Active Retirement

The Fountains at Sea Bluffs

The Fountains at Sea Bluffs

The Fountains at Sea Bluffs

25411 Sea Bluffs Drive
Dana Point, CA 92629

Located in Orange County, California, just minutes from the Pacific Ocean, The Fountains at Sea Bluffs offers extraordinary retirement living in a spectacular setting. Nearby Dana Point Harbor offers an exciting variety of possibilities - from wh...

Community Lifestyles: Active Retirement

The Lexington

The Lexington

The Lexington

5440 Ralston St
Ventura, CA 93003

The Lexington provides a full range of choices for today's seniors. Choosing a senior living community represents a lifestyle choice and we understand that our residents are choosing much more than a comfortable living environment to call home. Ou...

Community Lifestyles: Active Retirement

Primrose

Primrose

Primrose

7707 Rush River Drive
Sacramento, CA 95831

Located in Sacramento, California, the Primrose senior living community provides residents with the Alzheimer's care that they need. While also encouraging the involvement of family members, the Primrose staff takes special care to provide for res...

Community Lifestyles: Active Retirement

Inn at the Park

Inn at the Park

Inn at the Park

10 Marquette
Irvine, CA 92612

Inn at the Park provides a full range of choices for today's seniors. Choosing a senior living community represents a lifestyle choice and we understand that our residents are choosing much more than a comfortable living environment to call home. ...

Community Lifestyles: Active Retirement

The Sands RV & Golf Resort

The Sands RV & Golf Resort

The Sands RV & Golf Resort

16400 Bubbling Wells Rd
Desert Hot Springs, CA 92240

Pets Allowed Pet Friendly

Community Lifestyles: 55+ Communities, Active Retirement, Manufactured Homes, RV Communities

Community Amenities: 9-Hole Golf Course, BBQ Area, Free Wifi, Gated Community, Golf Pro Shop, Heated Swimming Pool, Hot Tubs, Laundry Facilities, Mail Center, Pet Friendly, Pickleball, Planned Activities, Card Tables, Restrooms, RV Sites, Shower Facilities, Shuffleboard, Social Events, Clubhouse, Common Area Free WiFi, Community Center w/ Fully Equipped Kitchen, Computer Center w/ Free WiFi, Dog Run, Driving Range, Fitness Center,

Atria Chateau Gardens

Atria Chateau Gardens

Atria Chateau Gardens

1185 Pedro Street
San Jose, CA 95126

At Atria Chateau Gardens, you’ll find a vibrant senior living community set in a beautiful, historic atmosphere just a few blocks from downtown Willow Glen. Enjoy long walks through landscaped grounds graced with prize roses and English garde...

Community Lifestyles: Active Retirement

This is a simple promise that the staff at Emeritus at Creekside Lodge — and throughout Emeritus assisted living communities — has shared since 1988, when Creekside Lodge first opened its doors. It's a simple promise to be compassionate ...

Community Lifestyles: Active Retirement

The Atrium at San Jose

The Atrium at San Jose

The Atrium at San Jose

1009 Blossom River Way
San Jose, CA 95123

The Atrium at San Jose provides a full range of choices for today's seniors. Choosing a senior living community represents a lifestyle choice and we understand that our residents are choosing much more than a comfortable living environment to call...

Community Lifestyles: Active Retirement

Active 55+ community lifestyle offers vibrant, social living for seniors. Residents enjoy numerous amenities like fitness centers, pools, golf courses, and clubhouses. Engaging activities include classes, clubs, and events fostering friendships, wellness, and a strong sense of community.

California, with its diverse geography ranging from scenic coastlines to serene mountains, offers an ideal environment for active adults 55+. The state's mild climate, numerous outdoor activities, and vibrant cultural scenes provide a fulfilling lifestyle for retirees seeking adventure and relaxation.

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