Talk to an advisor (866) 208-4318

Brookdale Redwood City

Brookdale Redwood City is an assisted living community in Redwood City, CA.

Information last verified:

Brookdale Redwood City

Save

  • Interior

    A cozy bedroom featuring a neatly made bed with green bedding, a bedside lamp, and a large potted plant by the window.

  • Decor

    A cozy lobby area with sofas, a wooden table, and floral decor.

  • Living Room

    Cozy living room with a sofa, armchair, and a table lamp near sliding doors.

  • Building

    A view of a residential building with trees and greenery in the foreground.

  • Windows

    A serene indoor recreation area featuring a swimming pool and hot tub, with natural light streaming through skylights.

  • Dining

    A spacious dining room with elegantly set tables, featuring red napkins and fine tableware.

  • Landscaping

    An outdoor patio area with tables, chairs, and umbrellas in a residential apartment complex.

  • Kitchen

    A cozy kitchen with wooden cabinets, a stove, and a refrigerator.

  • Fireplace

    A cozy living room with patterned sofas, a wooden coffee table with a floral arrangement, and a fireplace.

  • Patio

    An outdoor patio area with tables and umbrellas in a residential apartment complex.

  • Appliances

    A cozy kitchen with wooden cabinets, a stove, refrigerator, and countertop space.

485 Woodside Road, Redwood City, CA 94061

For more information about senior living options: (866) 208-4318

4 from 120 reviews
5 stars
54
4 stars
39
3 stars
13
2 stars
5
1 stars
9

Seniors.FYI Elite Community Awards

Top 5% Senior Living Community in 2022

Add this award to your website

Brookdale Redwood City Costs & Pricing

Brookdale Redwood City offers competitive pricing for its residential options, particularly when compared to the broader San Mateo County and California averages. The cost for a one-bedroom unit at Brookdale Redwood City is $3,355 per month, significantly lower than San Mateo County's average of $5,821 and California's average of $4,340. For those considering studio apartments, Brookdale's rate of $3,910 also stands out against county and state figures - $5,178 in San Mateo County and $4,145 statewide. The two-bedroom option at Brookdale is priced at $5,005 per month, again presenting a more affordable choice compared to the county's average of $6,605 and California's average of $5,270. These figures illustrate that Brookdale Redwood City provides an attractive alternative for residents seeking quality living without the higher costs typically associated with the region.

Floor plansBrookdale Redwood CitySan Mateo CountyCalifornia
1 Bedroom$3,355$5,821$4,340
Studio$3,910$5,178$4,145
2 Bedrooms$5,005$6,605$5,270

Overall Review of Brookdale Redwood City

caveat 9 reviews mention this

Care and communication are mixed

Some residents and families report delayed or inconsistent help when concerns are raised.

A portion of reviewers say staff responsiveness can be a problem, including claims that voicemails and notes do not get returned and that help was not provided quickly when a resident needed it. Others describe caregivers as attentive and caring, and some mention daily welfare checks and knowing when more support is needed. Taken together, the feedback suggests a range in how quickly and consistently care needs are handled day to day.

common 22 reviews mention this

Dining quality is a recurring theme

Dining is frequently mentioned, with most comments centered on taste and how meals are served.

Many reviewers describe the meals as good to very good, sometimes highlighting fresh vegetables, a menu with choices, and the role of the chef. Several also mention limitations, like portions that feel smaller, food described as too salty, or dining service that can feel slower. A few point out that residents typically need to come down for meals, with extra cost for room service, which can affect day-to-day convenience.

  • A spacious dining room with elegantly set tables, featuring red napkins and fine tableware.
  • A well-arranged dining area with neatly set tables and red napkins.
common 24 reviews mention this

Activities keep residents engaged

Residents and families often mention scheduled activities, classes, and outings as a major part of life here.

Reviewers commonly describe a steady calendar of activities such as exercise, art or music events, bingo, and community gatherings. Some also mention outings, religious services, and seasonal or themed events, including comments about water aerobics and social groups. At the same time, a few note they either did not participate or felt programming and engagement could be better, indicating not everyone connects with what’s offered.

caveat 10 reviews mention this

Rooms can feel small

Several reviewers say the living spaces feel tight, especially when compared to expectations.

Multiple reviewers raise concerns about apartment size, describing units as small or rooms as more limited than they expected after tours or tours shown. Some also mention specific layout drawbacks, like distance to shared dining areas across buildings, and limitations in kitchen space. Others contrast this by saying rooms are a comfortable downsizing option, but the room-size tradeoff comes up often enough to be a clear concern.

common 16 reviews mention this

Community spaces and grounds stand out

Reviewers frequently mention the grounds, courtyard, and common spaces as pleasant places to spend time.

Many reviewers describe well-kept outdoor areas like courtyards and gardens where residents can sit, visit, or watch daily life. Indoor common spaces are also mentioned positively, including a dining room layout that feels open and bright to some visitors. A smaller number of comments point to upkeep issues, such as areas described as run down or in disrepair, but the overall pattern is that the community layout is a meaningful part of the experience.

How we summarize

Counts show how many written reviews mention each theme; a review can touch several themes, and only frequently mentioned themes are displayed.

Features

Housing

  • 130 resident community capacity 130 resident community capacity
  • 1-bedroom apartments 1-bedroom apartments
  • 2-bedroom apartments 2-bedroom apartments
  • Studio apartments Studio apartments

Types of Care

  • Assisted Living Assisted Living
  • Independent Living Independent Living

Pets

  • Cats allowed Cats allowed
  • Dogs allowed Dogs allowed

Amenities

  • Activities on-site Activities on-site
  • Air-conditioning Air-conditioning
  • Beautician on-site Beautician on-site
  • Beauty salon Beauty salon
  • Cable or satellite TV Cable or satellite TV
  • Computer center Computer center
  • Devotional services off-site Devotional services off-site
  • Devotional services on-site Devotional services on-site
  • Dining room Dining room
  • Fitness room Fitness room
  • Full kitchen Full kitchen
  • Fully furnished Fully furnished
  • Gaming room Gaming room
  • Garden Garden
  • Ground floor units Ground floor units
  • Guasts at mealtime Guasts at mealtime
  • Handicap accessible Handicap accessible
  • Housekeeping services Housekeeping services
  • Indoor common areas Indoor common areas
  • Kitchenette Kitchenette
  • Laundry Laundry
  • Move-in coordination Move-in coordination
  • Outdoor common areas Outdoor common areas
  • Outdoor space Outdoor space
  • Overnight guests Overnight guests
  • Private bathrooms Private bathrooms
  • Resident parking Resident parking
  • Respite or short term stays offered Respite or short term stays offered
  • Restaurant-style dining Restaurant-style dining
  • Small library Small library
  • Swimming pool Swimming pool
  • Swimming pool / hot tub Swimming pool / hot tub
  • Telephone Telephone
  • Wellness center Wellness center
  • Wheelchair accessible showers Wheelchair accessible showers
  • Wi-Fi/high-speed internet available Wi-Fi/high-speed internet available

Transportation

  • San Francisco International (13 miles away) San Francisco International (13 miles away)
  • Metropolitan Oakland International (17 miles away) Metropolitan Oakland International (17 miles away)
  • San Jose International (18 miles away) San Jose International (18 miles away)
  • Community operated transportation Community operated transportation
  • Transportation & parking Transportation & parking
  • Transportation arrangement Transportation arrangement
  • Transportation arrangement (non-medical) Transportation arrangement (non-medical)

Care Services

  • 12-16 hour nursing 12-16 hour nursing
  • 24-hour call system 24-hour call system
  • 24-hour supervision 24-hour supervision
  • Activities of daily living assistance Activities of daily living assistance
  • Assistance with bathing Assistance with bathing
  • Assistance with dressing Assistance with dressing
  • Assistance with transfers Assistance with transfers
  • Coordination with health care providers Coordination with health care providers
  • Diabetes diet Diabetes diet
  • Diabetic care Diabetic care
  • High acuity care High acuity care
  • Incontinence care Incontinence care
  • Meal preparation and service Meal preparation and service
  • Medication management Medication management
  • Mental wellness program Mental wellness program
  • Special dietary restrictions Special dietary restrictions
  • Transportation arrangement (medical) Transportation arrangement (medical)
  • Transportation to doctors appointments Transportation to doctors appointments

Dining

  • Anytime dining Anytime dining
  • Diabetes diet Diabetes diet
  • Guest meals Guest meals
  • International cuisine International cuisine
  • Low / no sodium Low / no sodium
  • Low fat Low fat
  • Meals provided Meals provided
  • No Sugar No Sugar
  • Professional chef Professional chef
  • Restaurant style dining Restaurant style dining
  • Room service Room service
  • Special dietary restrictions Special dietary restrictions

Activities

  • Activities off-site Activities off-site
  • Art classes Art classes
  • Catholic services Catholic services
  • Community-sponsored activities Community-sponsored activities
  • Concierge services Concierge services
  • Cooking classes Cooking classes
  • Day trips and outings Day trips and outings
  • Devotional activities offsite Devotional activities offsite
  • Devotional activities on-site Devotional activities on-site
  • Educational speakers / life long learning Educational speakers / life long learning
  • Fitness programs Fitness programs
  • Happy hour Happy hour
  • Jewish services Jewish services
  • Karaoke Karaoke
  • Live well programs Live well programs
  • Planned day trips Planned day trips
  • Protestant services Protestant services
  • Religious services Religious services
  • Resident-run activities Resident-run activities
  • Scheduled daily activities Scheduled daily activities
  • Wine tasting Wine tasting

Languages Spoken

  • English English

Nearby Places of Interest

Located in the heart of Redwood City, California, this area boasts a variety of amenities ideal for senior living. With several parks nearby such as Red Morton Community Park and Magical Bridge Playground, residents can enjoy nature and outdoor activities. The proximity to multiple pharmacies like CVS and Walgreens ensures easy access to healthcare needs. In terms of dining options, popular restaurants such as In-N-Out Burger and True Food Kitchen offer delicious meals for every palate. For medical care, reputable institutions like Kaiser Permanente Redwood City Medical Center and Stanford Hospital are just a short distance away. Transportation is convenient with the Redwood City Caltrain Station nearby. Overall, this neighborhood provides a balanced mix of recreational, healthcare, and dining options that cater to the needs of seniors looking for a vibrant community to call home.

Parks

  • Red Morton Community Park (0.7 miles)
  • Magical Bridge Playground (0.9 miles)
  • Burton Park (2.7 miles)
  • Edgewood County Park (3.1 miles)
  • Highlands Park (3.2 miles)
  • Crestview Park (3.5 miles)
  • Marlin Park (4.3 miles)

Pharmacies

  • CVS Pharmacy (1.1 miles)
  • CVS Pharmacy (1.1 miles)
  • Rite Aid (1.1 miles)
  • Walgreens (2.3 miles)
  • Walgreens (2.5 miles)
  • CVS Pharmacy (3.3 miles)
  • CVS Pharmacy (3.5 miles)

Cafes

  • Coffeebar (1.1 miles)
  • Starbucks (1.1 miles)
  • Philz Coffee (1.1 miles)
  • Starbucks (2.1 miles)
  • Verve Coffee Roasters (3.7 miles)
  • Café Venetia (3.8 miles)
  • HanaHaus (3.8 miles)

Physicians

  • Kaiser RWC Birch Building (1.2 miles)
  • California Skin Institute (1.4 miles)
  • Redwood City Women's Health Center (1.9 miles)
  • Menlo Medical Clinic in Menlo Park - 1300 Crane (2.3 miles)
  • CCRM Fertility of San Francisco (2.3 miles)
  • Menlo Park Psychiatry & Sleep Medicine, Alex Dimitriu, MD (2.3 miles)
  • Stanford Otolaryngology (3.4 miles)

Transportation

  • Redwood City Caltrain Station (1.2 miles)
  • San Carlos Airport Control Tower (3.1 miles)
  • San Carlos Airport (SQL) (3.4 miles)
  • Hillsdale Station (6.3 miles)
  • Mountain View Caltrain Station (9.6 miles)

Hospitals

  • Kaiser Permanente Redwood City Medical Center (1.3 miles)
  • Sequoia Hospital (1.9 miles)
  • VA Medical Center-Menlo Park (3.4 miles)
  • Stanford Hospital (3.6 miles)
  • Hoover Pavilion (3.6 miles)
  • Lucile Packard Children's Hospital (3.6 miles)
  • Stanford Health Care (3.6 miles)

Restaurants

  • In-N-Out Burger (1.4 miles)
  • Chick-Fil-A (1.8 miles)
  • The Village Bakery (3.3 miles)
  • True Food Kitchen (3.4 miles)
  • Bazille (3.5 miles)
  • Shake Shack (3.5 miles)
  • In-N-Out Burger (3.5 miles)

Theaters

  • Cinepolis San Mateo (6.4 miles)
  • ShowPlace ICON at San Antonio Centre (7.7 miles)

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does it cost to live at Brookdale Redwood City in Redwood City, CA?
What floor plans and room types does Brookdale Redwood City offer?
Where is Brookdale Redwood City?
Does Brookdale Redwood City allow residents to have pets?
What photos are available for Brookdale Redwood City in Redwood City, California?

Nearby Communities

  • Affordable Home Care Agency

    Affordable Home Care Agency

    Redwood City, CA

    4.8 from 19 reviews
     

    pro Prime Redwood City location with nearby amenities and affordable home care services.

  • Cypress Home

    Cypress Home

    Redwood City, CA

     
     

    pro Intimate board-and-care with 24/7 supervision and personalized daily living support.

  • Gordon Manor

    Gordon Manor

    Redwood City, CA

    4.3 from 14 reviews
    $4,000 to $5,000 / month

    pro Engaged, compassionate staff with strong communication and a beautiful outdoor garden.

  • Encina Care Home

    Encina Care Home

    Redwood City, CA

    4.6 from 77 reviews
     

    pro Small, fully furnished board-and-care with 24/7 supervision, daily living assistance, activities, and medical transport.

  • Kensington Place Redwood City

    Kensington Place Redwood City

    Redwood City, CA

    4.7 from 93 reviews
    $9,712 to $15,195 / month

    pro Helpful, respectful staff; spotless, well-maintained environment with personalized care and strong memory-care programming.

  • King's Villa RCFE

    King's Villa RCFE

    Redwood City, CA

     
    $3,500 / month

    pro Affordable private-room price with strong local amenities.

  • Atherton Gardens

    Atherton Gardens

    Redwood City, CA

    5 from 5 reviews
    $5,000 / month

    pro Caring, individualized staff with strong family and hospice coordination in a clean, peaceful setting.

  • Vi At Palo Alto

    Vi At Palo Alto

    Palo Alto, CA

    4.5 from 76 reviews
    $5,770 to $7,790 / month

    pro Luxurious, well-maintained CCRC with extensive activities, quality dining, and strong care near Stanford.

  • Webster House

    Webster House

    Palo Alto, CA

    4.7 from 6 reviews
    $3,800 / month

    pro Intimate, well-maintained community with restaurant-style dining, friendly staff, and a convenient downtown Palo Alto location.

Assisted Living in Nearby Cities

Related Resources

  • assisted living vs skilled nursingExploring the Contrasts Between Assisted Living and Skilled Nursing

    The article compares assisted living and skilled nursing facilities, detailing their differing levels of assistance, medical support, cost structures, and day-to-day experiences. It emphasizes that assisted living is for those needing help with daily activities while maintaining independence, whereas skilled nursing facilities provide intensive medical care with 24-hour staff supervision.

  • when to move from assisted living to nursing home8 Key Indicators That Suggest It May Be Time to Transition from Assisted Living to Skilled Nursing Care

    The transition from assisted living to skilled nursing care is often prompted by complex medical needs that assisted living cannot meet, with key indicators including frequent health declines, increased falls, severe memory issues, and caregiver burnout. Families should recognize these signs early to discuss options with healthcare providers and prepare for the emotional and logistical aspects of moving to a facility that offers comprehensive medical support.

  • active senior livingVibrant Senior Living: A Comprehensive Guide for Active Older Adults

    Vibrant Senior Living emphasizes active senior living communities that promote independence and engagement through diverse amenities and activities, fostering wellness and social interaction among older adults. These communities range from independent to assisted living, with a focus on personal growth, family involvement, financial planning, and leveraging technology to enhance residents' experiences.

Call a senior care advisor
By clicking submit, you agree to our Partner's Terms of Use. You also consent to receive calls and texts, which may be autodialed, from our Partner. Your consent is not a condition to using our Partner's service. Please visit our Partner's Privacy Policy for information about their privacy practices.