Best Nursing Homes in SANTA MONICA, CA (2025)

SANTA MONICA, California has 12 Medicare-certified nursing homes with an average quality rating of 2.3 stars. 0 facilities earn the top five-star rating, while facilities average 0 RN hours per resident per day.

SANTA MONICA Quick Facts:

•100% chain-owned facilities (national average: 76%)
•100% of facilities have abuse violations
•Average facility size: 89 beds (mid-size facilities)

Nursing Home Costs in SANTA MONICA

Nursing home costs in SANTA MONICA, California average $385-$499 per day ($11,550-$14,970/month) for skilled nursing care, which is 35% above the national median according to the 2024 Genworth Cost of Care Survey. Most facilities accept Medicare for short-term rehabilitation (up to 100 days), private insurance, and Medicaid for eligible residents. Some facilities also participate in Veterans Aid & Attendance programs for qualifying veterans and spouses.

Market Overview

SANTA MONICA's nursing homes include 100% for-profit facilities.

Choosing a Nursing Home in SANTA MONICA

Note that 12 facilities (100%) have documented abuse violations—review inspection reports carefully before deciding.

All nursing homes in SANTA MONICA are licensed and inspected by the California Department of Public Health. Medi-Cal covers nursing home care for eligible California residents. For advocacy and complaints, contact the California Long-Term Care Ombudsman at 1-800-231-4024. California law requires nursing homes to maintain minimum staffing ratios, conduct quarterly inspections, and report all incidents to state authorities. Families can file complaints with the California Long-Term Care Ombudsman program, which investigates concerns about quality of care, resident rights, and facility conditions.

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Showing 12 of 12 facilities in SANTA MONICA

PACIFIC POST ACUTE

1323 17TH STREET, SANTA MONICA, CA 90404

Phone: (310)453-5456

Distance: 0 miles | Beds: 49 | Est. Occupancy: 84% (~8 available)

For-ProfitCMS Rating: 4/5 Stars

SANTA MONICA HEALTH CARE CENTER

1320 20TH STREET, SANTA MONICA, CA 90404

Phone: (310)829-4301

Distance: 0 miles | Beds: 59 | Est. Occupancy: 87% (~8 available)

For-ProfitCMS Rating: 4/5 Stars

SUNSET PARK HEALTHCARE

2250 29TH STREET, SANTA MONICA, CA 90405

Phone: (310)450-7694

Distance: 0 miles | Beds: 44 | Est. Occupancy: 94% (~3 available)

For-ProfitCMS Rating: 4/5 Stars

BRENTWOOD HEALTH CARE CENTER

1321 FRANKLIN STREET, SANTA MONICA, CA 90404

Phone: (310)828-5596

Distance: 0 miles | Beds: 59 | Est. Occupancy: 93% (~4 available)

For-ProfitCMS Rating: 3/5 Stars

FIRESIDE HEALTH CARE CENTER

947 3RD STREET, SANTA MONICA, CA 90403

Phone: (310)393-7117

Distance: 0 miles | Beds: 66 | Est. Occupancy: 89% (~7 available)

For-ProfitCMS Rating: 2/5 Stars

BERKLEY WEST HEALTHCARE CENTER

1623 ARIZONA AVENUE, SANTA MONICA, CA 90404

Phone: (310)829-4565

Distance: 0 miles | Beds: 54 | Est. Occupancy: 79% (~11 available)

For-ProfitCMS Rating: 1/5 Stars

OCEAN POINTE HEALTHCARE CENTER

1330 17TH STREET, SANTA MONICA, CA 90404

Phone: (310)829-5411

Distance: 0 miles | Beds: 72 | Est. Occupancy: 93% (~5 available)

For-ProfitCMS Rating: 2/5 Stars

GOOD SHEPHERD HEALTH CARE CENTER OF SANTA MONICA

1131 ARIZONA AVE., SANTA MONICA, CA 90401

Phone: (310)451-4800

Distance: 0 miles | Beds: 48 | Est. Occupancy: 92% (~4 available)

For-ProfitCMS Rating: 1/5 Stars

BEACHWOOD POST-ACUTE & REHAB

1340 15TH STREET, SANTA MONICA, CA 90404

Phone: (310)451-9706

Distance: 0 miles | Beds: 227 | Est. Occupancy: 94% (~13 available)

For-ProfitCMS Rating: 1/5 Stars

BERKLEY EAST HEALTHCARE CENTER

2021 ARIZONA AVE, SANTA MONICA, CA 90404

Phone: (310)829-5377

Distance: 0 miles | Beds: 207 | Est. Occupancy: 56% (~92 available)

For-ProfitCMS Rating: 2/5 Stars

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