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10 Best Independent Living Communities in Desert View Highlands, CA

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Discover unique independent living amenities, social activities, dining, and more independent living benefits. With 14 independent living facilities in Desert View Highlands, A Place for Mom makes it easier to find your new, maintenance-free home.

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1616 Photos available
33 Floor plans available
9.7
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64 reviews
9.7
Review score
64 reviews
5 star
66%
4 star
26%
3 star
8%
2 star
0%
1 star
0%
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The place is quiet and clean. I never had any problems with other residents. Overall the housekeeping I'm getting is pretty good, and they visit my apartment regularly. The food they serves is fine but I...
Provides: Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Rancho Village provides a fulfilling, independent lifestyle in a welcoming environment. Located in the beautiful desert country of Palmdale, you'll be charmed by the graceful elegance of our facilities and our warm and caring staff. We're just minutes from shopping, a restaurant circle and...
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77 Photos available
8.4
Review score
14 reviews
8.4
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14 reviews
5 star
58%
4 star
14%
3 star
14%
2 star
0%
1 star
14%
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Price is same as other homes and facilities. PV offers more programs for residents and families. PV's staff was by far the friendliest: the owner, business mgr, care/food/maintenance/front counter/medical...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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55 Photos available
9.2
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24 reviews
9.2
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24 reviews
5 star
66%
4 star
17%
3 star
13%
2 star
4%
1 star
0%
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From my first contact Bellamar has been Amazing! They took the time to get to know my mom and not just her diagnosis. We got her placed quickly and she is thriving, living her best life!
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Prestige Assisted Living at Lancaster is a new addition to the community. It is located in a residential neighborhood with easy access from a nearby major street. It is near shopping, medical and dental clinics, the hospital, a skilled nursing center and convenient to public transportation....
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2727 Photos available
66 Floor plans available
8.3
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57 reviews
8.3
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57 reviews
5 star
47%
4 star
35%
3 star
7%
2 star
4%
1 star
7%
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When looking for an assisted living I found The Havens. The Havens offers assisted living with a variety of activities and safe clean environment. The staff is friendly and helpful. They offer a level of...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
The Havens at Antelope Valley is located in the California High Desert—just 55 miles from Los Angeles. Our community's ideal location is nearby shopping malls, restaurants, medical services, and parks and recreation centers. We are far enough away from the city to enjoy the peace of a residential...
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Provides: Senior Apartments
Care types provided by this community
Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Provides: Assisted Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
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Provides: Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Provides: Senior Apartments
Care types provided by this community
Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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Provides: Senior Apartments
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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Provides: Senior Apartments
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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Provides: Senior Apartments
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.

Cost of independent living in Desert View Highlands, CA

The average cost of senior living in Desert View Highlands is $4,430 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Duarte, CA with an average of $3,785 per month.

Independent living costs in Desert View Highlands, CA, vs. nearby cities

Desert View Highlands, CA
$4,430/mo
$4,376/mo
$4,376/mo

Independent living costs in Desert View Highlands, CA, vs. state and national averages

Desert View Highlands, CA
$4,430/mo
U.S. national average
$4,016/mo

Independent living costs in Desert View Highlands, CA, vs. other senior living options

$5,087/mo
Independent Living
$4,430/mo

Independent living costs in Desert View Highlands, CA, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$4,663/mo
Studio
$4,236/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,079/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,305/mo

Senior living costs in Desert View Highlands vs. state and national costs

Cost comparison table showing community type costs by location. This table contains 3 rows of data across 4 columns.
Column communityType: Community type
Column destination: Desert View Highlands, CA
Column state: California
Column national: U.S.
Community typeDesert View Highlands, CACaliforniaU.S.
Independent Living$4,430/mo$4,504/mo$4,016/mo
Assisted Living$3,383/mo$4,369/mo$4,557/mo
Memory Care$5,087/mo$5,269/mo$4,794/mo
Independent Living
Desert View Highlands, CA:$4,430/mo
California:$4,504/mo
U.S.:$4,016/mo
Assisted Living
Desert View Highlands, CA:$3,383/mo
California:$4,369/mo
U.S.:$4,557/mo
Memory Care
Desert View Highlands, CA:$5,087/mo
California:$5,269/mo
U.S.:$4,794/mo
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Independent living costs in Desert View Highlands, CA, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly independent living costs have shifted over the past five years in Desert View Highlands and how those changes compare with state and national trends. The figures represent quarterly averages of what seniors actually paid after moving into A Place for Mom partner communities.

Desert View Highlands, CACA stateNational

Independent living cost trends in Desert View Highlands, CA

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Desert View Highlands have changed in the last two years and how those changes compare with state and national trends. The figures represent averages of actual costs paid by seniors who moved into A Place for Mom partner communities in 2023 and 2024.

Cost comparison table showing 2023 and 2024 median costs by location. This table contains 3 rows of data across 4 columns.
Column location: Location
Column cost2024: 2024 average cost
Column cost2023: 2023 average cost
Column percentChange: Percent change
Location2024 average cost2023 average costPercent change
Desert View Highlands, CA$3,392/mo$3,124/mo+8.6%
California$3,674/mo$3,505/mo+4.8%
National$3,226/mo$3,103/mo+4.0%
Desert View Highlands, CA
2024 average cost:$3,392/mo
2023 average cost:$3,124/mo
Percent change:+8.6%
California
2024 average cost:$3,674/mo
2023 average cost:$3,505/mo
Percent change:+4.8%
National
2024 average cost:$3,226/mo
2023 average cost:$3,103/mo
Percent change:+4.0%
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Discover the many ways to pay for senior living

Planning ahead can better position you to make good choices for your loved one’s care in the future. But if your aging family member needs care now, there are ways to finance the cost of long-term care through a combination of approaches.

What families are saying about independent living in Desert View Highlands

Recent reviews for independent living in Desert View Highlands

Oakmont of Valencia

5.0
We've had a great experience at Oakmont of Valenicia. It is like the Cadillac of facilities (and we've seen quite a few). We feel like Mom is getting excellent care there.

Foothill Retirement in Tujunga, CA

4.6
They are very responsive to what my dad needed. They are so friendly and kind. They were very concerned about my dad's health.

Prestige Assisted Living at Lancaster

4.8
When speaking to any member of the staff, they stop and give you their full attention. The members of the staff know each resident. They consistently express kindness towards the residents and each other. They work well together and appear to enjoy their working environment. The on-staff nurse ...
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Desert View Highlands independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Desert View Highlands independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Desert View Highlands, but support comparisons against nationwide offerings. Our Senior Living Advisors can help you find communities that fit your preferences.

Availability of select dietary accommodations in Desert View Highlands independent living

Independent living communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of Desert View Highlands partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Desert View Highlands, CANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
9.1%
20.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
18.2%
34.1%
No sugar
No sugar
36.4%
31.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
18.2%
33.6%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
9.1%
8.1%
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Availability of select dining options in Desert View Highlands independent living

Our independent living communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of Desert View Highlands communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Desert View Highlands, CANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
27.3%
36.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
36.4%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
36.4%
36.9%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
27.3%
17.4%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Desert View Highlands independent living

Senior living communities offer a variety of programming to keep seniors socially, mentally, and physically vibrant. The chart below shows what percentage of partnered independent living communities in Desert View Highlands offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Desert View Highlands, CANational
Activity director
Activity director
36.4%
45.3%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
18.2%
28.4%
Community service programs
Community service programs
18.2%
32.8%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
27.3%
49.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
36.4%
49.8%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
36.4%
54.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
27.3%
43.1%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
27.3%
37.7%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
27.3%
41.7%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
36.4%
47.5%
Live performances
Live performances
36.4%
47.3%
Dances
Dances
36.4%
32.6%
Fitness center
Fitness center
18.2%
39.8%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
36.4%
47%
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Frequently Asked Questions

Holiday Rancho Village, Palm Vista Senior Living and Prestige Assisted Living at Lancaster are the top-rated independent living facilities near Desert View Highlands, California. See full list of communities.
There are 14 independent living facilities near Desert View Highlands, California. See the full list.
The best independent living facility near you in Desert View Highlands, California is Holiday Rancho Village. This independent living community received the highest ranking based on verified family reviews.
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