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If you’re looking for independent living in the Torrance area, our local senior living advisors can help you each step of the way. From affordable independent living for seniors to luxury options, we’ll work with you to understand the cost of independent living in Torrance. From there, we’ll show you the best independent living communities for your lifestyle, interests, and budget.
Discover unique independent living amenities, social activities, dining, and more independent living benefits. With 58 independent living facilities in Torrance, A Place for Mom makes it easier to find your new, maintenance-free home.
We are also serving Independent Living facilities in surrounding neighborhoods like Harbor, Madrona and Torrance Heights Civic.
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Independent Living Facilities near Torrance, CA
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Last Updated: 10/4/22
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Average starting price $4,740/month
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Recent reviews of Independent Living in Torrance, CA
Brookdale Anaheim
The community provided compassionate care with medications and patience when she called them often when she wasn't feeling well. Housekeeping did a great job keeping her room clean and picked up. Laundry services excellent. Receptionists were always very friendly. Sales department very nice and extremely flexible with move in and move out dates.
Read moreBelmont Village Hollywood Hills in Los Angeles, CA
Although we got mixed signals about whether our loved one could take their own meds or needed them distributed we are so glad they could take us in on such short notice and that sense informs all answered. It is a friendly place.
Read moreGarden of Palms in Los Angeles, CA
Garden of Palms community is absolutely lovely. The meals and dining service is excellent, and they activities they have for the residents are also excellent. We would absolutely recommend this community to others.
Read moreSpring Senior Assisted Living
20900 Earl St, Torrance, CA 90503 | (< 1 mile)from Torrance center
Starting at
$X,XXX+ monthly
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Provides: Assisted Living
Spring Senior Assisted Living is a Genesis community which conveniently located in the residential neighborhood of Torrance, CA outside of Los Angeles. Our quiet beaches stretch nearly a mile and half along the Pacific Ocean and our very safe city is well known for its low crime rates. Residents...
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I would recommend the community to others for their loved ones. The staff, location, and the good value for the community all stands out to me. The community is very clean. The staff communication with...
Brookdale South Bay
5481 Torrance Boulevard, Torrance, CA 90503 | 1.8 milesfrom Torrance center
Starting at
$X,XXX+ monthly
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Provides: Independent Living, Assisted Living
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Trade home maintenance for more time to do what you want to do. Our independent living community in Torrance, California has several floor plans to choose from, including studio, one-bedroom and two-bedroom options, so you’ll be able to find the just the right pet-friendly apartment to fit your...
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I was pleasantly surprised how great Brookdale is compared to some of the other communities I toured and saw. The activities that the residents have to choose from, is wonderful. My loved one feels at home...
Oakmont of Torrance
3620 Lomita Blvd, Torrance, CA 90505 | 1.8 milesfrom Torrance center
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$X,XXX+ monthly
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Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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This was a fantastic experience for the family and our loved one. The community is beautiful and the staff are nice. It feels like you are in a home away from home. There is a dining room and the...
Sunrise at Palos Verdes
25535 Hawthorne Boulevard, Torrance, CA 90505 | 2.8 milesfrom Torrance center
Starting at
$X,XXX+ monthly
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Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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A Torrance, CA, community offering assisted living and memory care Convenient to medical support at Torrance Memorial Hospital, Kaiser Permanente South Bay and Harbor-UCLA Medical Center Perfectly situated in the heart of the Palos Verdes Peninsula to allow residents, family members and friends...
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I would recommend Sunrise to others for their loved ones. This seems to offer the best care for the best value. The community has a middle level care for mild memory care needs, which is what drew me to...
Clearwater at South Bay
3210 W Sepulveda Blvd, Torrance, CA 90505 | (< 1 mile)from Torrance center
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$X,XXX+ monthly
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Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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Make a lifelong commitment to living well with Clearwater at South Bay, an assisted living & memory care community in Torrance offering well-appointed apartment homes with both private and shared living options. Our community encourages residents to live a purposeful life by offering meaningful...
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It's a very homey place. Give them some time for the staff to get to know your loved one. It takes some time to get into the groove of things. Overall it has been a good experience. They are understaffed. My...
The Kensington Redondo Beach
801 South Pacific Coast Highway, Redondo Beach, CA 90277 | 2.2 milesfrom Torrance center
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Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
To Love and Care for Your Family as We do Our OwnThe Kensington is designed to be home for seniors who are looking for assisted living and memory care services. We believe the comfort of familiarity is precious, so our enhanced program enables us to offer care beyond what the traditional assisted...
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This is the best place we have heard of or been too. The staff is great. The communication is excellent, and they let us know of any changes to our loved one. They do have true Registered Nurses' on...
Palmcrest Grand Retirement
3503 Cedar Avenue, Long Beach, CA 90807 | 8.5 milesfrom Torrance center
Starting at
$X,XXX+ monthly
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Provides: Independent Living, Assisted Living, Memory Care
Palmcrest Grand is a private retirement and Assisted Living Residence, as well as a separate newly renovated Memory Care Community. It is spacious, modern, licensed and offers a complete range of facilities that provide for the necessities and pleasure which make life comfortable and exciting....
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Excellent marketing director and wonderful staff.
Regent Villa Retirement Home
201 W Wardlow Rd, Long Beach, CA 90807 | 8.7 milesfrom Torrance center
Starting at
$X,XXX+ monthly
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Provides: Assisted Living
Regent Villa Retirement HomeRegent Villa Retirement Home in Long Beach, CA is a quiet, peaceful assisted living community. The community features balconies that allow you to enjoy the view of the surrounding greenery. The neighborhood itself offers plenty of fun and activities while still...
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Devotional activities onsite
So far so good. The staff are really great. They're very nice, and they stay in touch with me and are on top of things. My loved one likes it there. At first she liked the food, but it has changed over...
South Bay Senior Living
22711 S Vermont Ave, Torrance, CA 90502 | 3.1 milesfrom Torrance center
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$X,XXX+ monthly
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Provides: Assisted Living
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We were very pleased with the experience that my loved one had here. The staff are very friendly. I felt that the community was a like a family and it felt right at home. The staff were right on top of...
Bixby Knolls Towers
3747 Atlantic Avenue, Long Beach, CA 90807 | 9 milesfrom Torrance center
Starting at
$X,XXX+ monthly
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Provides: Independent Living, Assisted Living
Bixby Knolls Towers is located in Long Beach, California and has the perfect outdoor setting for any senior who wants a relaxing environment, filled with wildlife sounds, large trees, and green grass. Residents can take a stroll through our spacious yard, enjoying the beauty that our assisted...
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This community met and exceeded my expectations. I have dealt with other nursing homes and senior residences and I have been very happy here. In dealing with administration they are always responsive and...
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Palos Verdes Villa
29661 S Western Ave, Rancho Palos Verdes, CA 90275 | 6.3 milesfrom Torrance center
Starting at
$X,XXX+ monthly
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Provides: Assisted Living
We are located just a few minutes from the Pacific Ocean, near the 110 Freeway. Our newly remodeled 73-unit complex is equipped with all the modern amenities including air conditioning, cable TV, and security system. Our spacious rooms are equipped with an intercom system that connects each room...
...Cats allowed
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My sister has been with PV Villa for about 2 years now. She has been the happiest I have seen her, especially after all her health problems. They are very friendly and when she had medical problems they let...
Harbor Terrace
435 W. 8th Street, San Pedro, CA 90731 | 7.5 milesfrom Torrance center
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Provides: Independent Living, Assisted Living
Harbor Terrace was voted BEST RETIREMENT AND ASSISTED LIVING in the entire SOUTH BAY by Daily Breeze readers 2012-2013. We are family owned and our management staff has over 36 years experience. We are walking distance from unique shops, delicious restaurants, theaters, banks and open air...
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I like that this is a smaller facility so there personal attention but there is still a lot of activity variety. I would definitely recommend this community to others
Heritage Pointe Apartments
1801 Aviation Way, Redondo Beach, CA 90278 | 3.3 milesfrom Torrance center
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Provides: Senior Apartments
Heritage Pointe Home is Heritage Pointe. At Heritage Pointe, we provide our seniors, age 62 and over, with one and two bedroom apartment homes for rent in Redondo Beach, CA. Our community is located near a variety of area conveniences such as parks, restaurants, grocery stores, and pharmacies....
...Cats allowed
Dogs allowed
Heritage Pointe is fine and it is comfortable for what I need. It is a nice and quiet place and the surroundings are very nice. If it wasn't for covid, i'm sure there would be more things going on. But...
Sunrise of Hermosa Beach
1837 Pacific Coast Highway, Hermosa Beach, CA 90254 | 3.8 milesfrom Torrance center
Starting at
$X,XXX+ monthly
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Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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Located just minutes from the Hermosa Beach Pier and King Harbor in Redondo Beach, Sunrise of Hermosa Beach sits right in the heart of Hermosa Beach, less than a mile from the Pacific Ocean. We pride ourselves in our wide variety of activities, our caring and compassionate team and our beautiful...
...Activity Director
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Overall, it's a great community. The rooms are nice. The staff seems very eager to help. It's a great location. On the con side, it's very expensive. They seem understaffed, and the staff seems a little...
Merrill Gardens at Rolling Hills Estates
627 Silver Spur Rd, Rolling Hills Estates, CA 90274 | 4.6 milesfrom Torrance center
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$X,XXX+ monthly
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Provides: Independent Living, Assisted Living, Memory Care
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Merrill Gardens at Rolling Hills Estates is located in the heart of the Palos Verdes Peninsula. Our new senior community provides luxury senior living near a variety of shopping and dining options. Merrill Gardens at Rolling Hills Estates offers independent retirement living, assisted living and...
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Our loved one has not moved in yet, but the staff we have spoke with have been great. On our tour we were able to see the entire facility and it is immaculate. We saw some activities going on, we saw the...
Belmont Village RPV
5701 Crestridge Road, Rancho Palos Verdes, CA 90275 | 5 milesfrom Torrance center
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$X,XXX+ monthly
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Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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Belmont Village facility of Rancho Palos Verdes is located in a beautiful Palos Verdes peninsula residential neighborhood, overlooking the Pacific Ocean and greater Los Angeles basin. This area, which is known for its dramatic views from the Palos Verdes Hills, is convenient for our senior living...
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we were impressed by the joyful atmosphere. The staff is friendly and efficient. The community is very nice. I would recommend this community to others. I fell this community is one of the best in the...
Vista Del Mar Senior Living
3360 Magnolia Avenue, Long Beach, CA 90806 | 8.3 milesfrom Torrance center
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Provides: Independent Living, Assisted Living, Memory Care
Vista Del Mar is a warm and inviting retirement community with the best in assisted living in Long Beach. Our large corner campus affords us the luxury of providing many hotel-like amenities for our residents and their families. Our resident accommodations are the most spacious of any in the...
...Cats allowed
Dogs allowed
We are very happy with our choice of VDM for mom. The staff is very caring and always seems to be on top of things. Right now her care needs are on the low side but, if her needs increase, we are...
Villa Sorrento
23450 Madison Street, Torrance, CA 90505 | 1.5 milesfrom Torrance center
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Provides: Assisted Living
Villa Sorrento is an assisted living community in the quiet, beautiful town of Torrance, CA. The lovely location has a moderate year round climate that is generally warm and low on humidity. Torrance is a comfortable place to live and a wonderful getaway for visitors with family at the assisted...
...Cats allowed
Dogs allowed
We chose this community because they had respite and they were very close to where we lived. Also, the price was good. The room sizes were adequate. The food was adequate, my mom enjoyed it. I thought this...
Regency Palms Long Beach
117 E 8th St, Long Beach, CA 90813 | 9.5 milesfrom Torrance center
Starting at
$X,XXX+ monthly
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Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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Get ready for retirement living that makes you say WOW! At Regency Palms Long Beach, you’ll enjoy the privacy and independence of home living, paired with the comfort and security of having a caring, passionate, dedicated staff available 24 hours a day to help with anything you might need. Spend...
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The Regency Palms is a well kept, if not posh assisted living facility that allows for a unique balance of both intimate and communal social interaction. Caregiving, kitchen, life enrichment, maintenance and...
The Breakers of Long Beach
210 East Ocean Blvd, Long Beach, CA 90802 | 9.9 milesfrom Torrance center
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Provides: Independent Living, Assisted Living
The Breakers is a beautiful historical landmark building, a tradition in Long Beach since 1926. Ideally situated overlooking the Pacific Ocean in one of Long Beach’s most desirable areas, conveniently located in the heart of downtown Long Beach. Next door to the Performing Arts Center, and an...
...Cats allowed
Dogs allowed
Not much I can say except terrific. Perfect location and very affordable with the VA 1644 and help from her savings/investments/condo. Any of my final 4 would be good in that regard. Spotless, friendly, both...
The Canterbury
5801 West Crestridge Road, Rancho Palos Verdes, CA 90274 | 5 milesfrom Torrance center
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Provides: Independent Living, Assisted Living, Nursing Homes
Of all the area’s retirement communities,The Daily Breeze has given The Canterburya “South Bay's Best” Award for years. Experience the freedom of an active life in the lush, rolling hills of Rancho Palos Verdes. With the Pacific as a backdrop, The Canterbury’s ideal location is surpassed only by...
...Cats allowed
Dogs allowed
First of all, of course, they're quite expensive. My aunt didn't like the fact that hey had to ask about her financial situation. When we asked why they were asking these kinds of questions they said they...
Huntington Retirement Hotel
20920 Earl St, Torrance, CA 90503 | (< 1 mile)from Torrance center
Provides: Independent Living, Assisted Living, Memory Care
Huntington Retirement Hotel offers a luxurious home for our residents. Tastefully decorated rooms and one bedroom suites, complete with kitchenettes, are available in a variety of sizes and decor. We offer an elegant dining room and a variety of common areas for different activities. Our...
...I toured Huntington for my mother, and overall, I think it was a very nice community. The rooms seemed a little secluded to me, and more apartment-like than in some other communities I had visited. My mom is...
Westchester Villa
220 West Manchester Boulevard, Inglewood, CA 90301 | 8.8 milesfrom Torrance center
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
The balmy Mediaterranean climate and lively culture scene of the Southern California community of Inglewood, Los Angeles County combine to make life pleasant and comfortable for residents of Westchester Villa assisted living community. Efforts by the Inglewood Cultural Arts, Inc. ensure that...
...Lovely people and a well maintained facility. They answer our questions and inquiries about mom’s care quickly and are always friendly and welcoming when we visit. They are caring and patient with the...
Carson Senior Assisted Living
345 East Carson Street, Carson, CA 90745 | 4.1 milesfrom Torrance center
Starting at
$X,XXX+ monthly
Provides: Independent Living, Assisted Living, Memory Care
Carson Senior Assisted Living Carson Senior Assisted Living is an assisted living community located in Carson, California, in Los Angeles County and home to over 91,000 people. Carson is a great shopping town, about 14-miles from LAX, and residents will find a lot of great stores, shops,...
...Occasionally, the community has issues with smell. The staff could be better about communicating with the families. Sometimes, when they are training care giving staff, it seems they could be a bit more...
Centinela Assisted Living Centre
1000 S Flower St, Inglewood, CA 90301 | 8 milesfrom Torrance center
Provides: Independent Living, Assisted Living
Devotional activities onsite
Activities off site
The director is very wonderful. If there’s a problem they help us take care of it right away. They stay in touch with us. We’re out of state so the communication is really helpful! It’s been a really good...
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Cost of independent living in Torrance, CA
The average cost of senior living in Torrance is 4,380 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Gardena, CA with an average of 3,550 per month.
Monthly average independent living cost comparisons
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- $4,380Torrance, CA
- $6,667
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Research services for seniors in Torrance, California
In Torrance, California, seniors have access to local offices and organizations that may help them obtain financial assistance for senior care, including:
Financial assistance
In Torrance, California, seniors have access to local offices and organizations that may help them obtain financial assistance for senior care, including:
Transportation
Torrance, California, is somewhat car dependent. Seniors can expect to need a car for most errands. Transit options in Torrance include bus routes and public paratransit services. Seniors may receive fare discounts. Torrance has somewhat limited biking infrastructure and is somewhat walkable.
Health care
Torrance offers several health care providers for seniors wanting to be proactive about their health or for seniors seeking treatment for chronic conditions. The area has several hospitals, including Torrance Memorial Medical Center and Providence Little Company of Mary Medical Center Torrance.
Senior activities
Torrance is a coastal community featuring several welcoming and rare attractions that help distinguish the city from its neighboring urban areas. Home to the Strand Bike Trail and numerous swimming beaches along Santa Monica Bay, this city is a popular destination for nature-loving tourists and residents alike. For others, the Chen Art Gallery boasts one of the most substantial collections of Chinese art in the U.S., and the Western Museum of Flight contains several aircrafts and aviation-related artifacts.
What is independent living?
Independent living offers a stress-free lifestyle for older adults. Independent living communities don’t provide personal care or supervision, but do offer generally healthy adults opportunities for socialization and hassle-free living. Independent living services often include:
- Nutritious meals and snacks
- Housekeeping
- Laundry
- Home maintenance and repairs
- Social activities and outings
Complete guide to independent living
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Frequently asked questions
What are the top rated independent living facilities near Torrance, California?
Lakewood Park Manor, Crestavilla and The Terraces at Park Marino are the top rated independent living facilities near Torrance, California. See full list of communities.
How many independent living facilities are there near Torrance, California?
There are 58 independent living facilities near Torrance, California. See the full list.
What are the best independent living facilities in Torrance, California?
The best independent living facilities near you in Torrance, California are Palmcrest Grand Retirement. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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