Brookdale South Bay offers a range of living options with varying costs that reflect its premium services and amenities. For semi-private rooms, residents can expect to pay $4,630 per month, which is significantly higher than the Los Angeles County average of $3,349 and the statewide average of $3,333. Studio apartments are also priced above the local and state averages at $5,730 compared to $4,172 in Los Angeles County and $4,145 statewide. The trend continues with one-bedroom units costing $7,430 - well above both county ($4,603) and state ($4,340) benchmarks. Finally, for those seeking more space in a two-bedroom unit, the monthly fee is set at $9,635, markedly exceeding the county's average of $6,164 and California's average of $5,270. Overall, Brookdale South Bay's pricing reflects its position within a competitive market while providing additional value in terms of quality care and amenities.
Floor plans
Brookdale South Bay
Los Angeles County
California
Semi-Private
$4,630
$3,349
$3,333
Studio
$5,730
$4,172
$4,145
1 Bedroom
$7,430
$4,603
$4,340
2 Bedrooms
$9,635
$6,164
$5,270
Overall Review of Brookdale South Bay
common34 reviews mention this
Staff friendliness is a constant
Residents and families repeatedly describe staff as friendly, responsive, and caring.
Across many reviews, people highlight helpful, professional staff who are attentive to needs and quick to respond. Multiple reviewers describe warm, welcoming interactions at the front desk and across departments, including dining and housekeeping. A few reviews mention negative experiences or feeling rushed, but the larger pattern is consistently positive about how staff treat residents and families.
differentiator18 reviews mention this
Dining is repeatedly praised
Dining stands out with residents describing meals they look forward to.
Food quality comes up often, with reviewers describing meals as excellent or wonderful and noting they enjoy dining as a routine part of community life. Several residents and families mention the dining experience in more detail, including staff recognizing them by name and having guests dine with them. The community also offers restaurant-style dining and a range of special dietary options, including gluten-free and low/no-sodium meals.
common17 reviews mention this
Activities make community life
Reviews frequently mention the amount of activities and daily opportunities to get involved.
Many reviewers describe a busy calendar of activities, including exercise, music and performances, movie nights, lectures, games, and social events. Families also mention residents being engaged and making friends through community gatherings and outings. This lines up with the community offering scheduled daily activities, fitness programs, and a wide variety of on-site and off-site options.
caveat5 reviews mention this
Cost and value come up
Some reviewers say the pricing feels high for what they expected.
While many people recommend the community, a smaller set of reviews calls out affordability, including comments about rent increases and feeling overcharged. Others describe it as expensive compared with alternatives they toured or considered. Pricing sits above county and state benchmarks for most unit types, with one unit type noted as below county and above state.
common6 reviews mention this
Assistance availability is described
Residents describe getting help with daily support when needed.
Several reviews mention that assistance is available as needs change, including help with activities of daily living and medication-related support. One family also describes a more intensive care situation and emphasizes attentive daily caregivers. The community also states care services such as medication management, meal preparation and service, diabetic care, and physical therapy.
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Features
Housing
1-bedroom apartments
2-bedroom apartments
Studio apartments
Types of Care
Assisted Living
Independent Living
Pets
Cats allowed
Dogs allowed
Amenities
Activities off-site
Activities on-site
Air-conditioning
Beautician on-site
Cable or satellite TV
Computer center
Devotional services off-site
Devotional services on-site
Dining room
Fully furnished
Garden
Ground floor units
Guasts at mealtime
Handicap accessible
Housekeeping services
Indoor common areas
Kitchenette
Laundry
Move-in coordination
Outdoor common areas
Outdoor space
Party space
Private cleaning services
Resident parking
Respite or short term stays offered
TV room
Telephone
Wi-Fi/high-speed internet available
Transportation
Los Angeles International (7 miles away)
Long Beach (Daugherty) (13 miles away)
Transportation & parking
Care Services
Ambulatory care
Assistance with dressing
Diabetic care
Hospice waiver
Meal preparation and service
Medication management
Physical therapy
Dining
Diabetes diet
Gluten-free
Guest meals
International cuisine
Low / no sodium
Meals provided
No Sugar
Professional chef
Restaurant style dining
Room service
Special dietary restrictions
Vegan
Vegetarian
Activities
Activities off-site
Art classes
Arts and crafts
Book club
Catholic services
Community-sponsored activities
Devotional activities offsite
Devotional activities on-site
Educational speakers / life long learning
Fitness programs
Games
Gardening club
Jewish services
Live musical performances
Mormon/LDS services
Other religious services
Protestant services
Religious services
Scheduled daily activities
Stories
Tai Chi
Visiting Rabbi
Visiting chaplain or priest
Wii bowling
Yoga / chair yoga
Nearby Places of Interest
This part of Torrance, California is a vibrant and convenient area with a variety of amenities nearby. Residents can enjoy easy access to popular dining options such as McDonald's, In-N-Out Burger, and Lazy Dog Restaurant & Bar. There are also several pharmacies within close proximity for any medical needs. The area offers multiple parks like Sunnyglen Park and Noble Park, providing opportunities for outdoor recreation and relaxation. For healthcare services, there are reputable physicians like Lighthouse Pediatrics and UCLA Health Manhattan Beach Pediatrics nearby. Additionally, seniors can easily access entertainment options at theaters like AMC Del Amo 18 and cafes such as Starbucks for socializing. Places of worship like St Catherine Laboure Church cater to spiritual needs, while transportation options including the Aviation/LAX Metro Station make it convenient for travel. Overall, this part of Torrance offers a well-rounded community with various resources suitable for senior living.
Restaurants
McDonald's (0.3 miles)
Redondo Beach Pier (1.1 miles)
Jus' Poke (1.2 miles)
In-N-Out Burger (1.3 miles)
Lazy Dog Restaurant & Bar (1.5 miles)
Scotty's on The Strand (2.3 miles)
King's Hawaiian Bakery (2.4 miles)
Pharmacies
CVS Pharmacy (0.5 miles)
CVS Pharmacy (0.7 miles)
Walgreens (0.8 miles)
Rite Aid (1.1 miles)
CVS Pharmacy (1.4 miles)
Rite Aid (1.4 miles)
CVS Pharmacy (1.5 miles)
Parks
Sunnyglen Park (0.8 miles)
Noble Park (2.4 miles)
Charles H. Wilson Park (2.9 miles)
Polliwog Park (3.5 miles)
De Portola Park (3.5 miles)
Sur La Brea Park (3.9 miles)
Physicians
Lighthouse Pediatrics (1.2 miles)
UCLA Health Manhattan Beach Pediatrics (3.5 miles)
Harbor Ucla Medical Center - David Durkovich Do (4.5 miles)
Paulson Theresa A Palos Verdes Dermatology Rolling Hills Estates (4.8 miles)
Monica B Espiritu M.D. | Kaiser Permanente (5.6 miles)
Brookdale South Bay offers a range of living options with varying costs that reflect its premium services and amenities. For semi-private rooms, residents can expect to pay $4,630 per month, which is significantly higher than the Los Angeles County average of $3,349 and the statewide average of $3,333. Studio apartments are also priced above the local and state averages at $5,730 compared to $4,172 in Los Angeles County and $4,145 statewide. The trend continues with one-bedroom units costing $7,430 - well above both county ($4,603) and state ($4,340) benchmarks. Finally, for those seeking more space in a two-bedroom unit, the monthly fee is set at $9,635, markedly exceeding the county's average of $6,164 and California's average of $5,270. Overall, Brookdale South Bay's pricing reflects its position within a competitive market while providing additional value in terms of quality care and amenities.
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1-bedroom apartments
Assisted Living
Independent Living
Cats allowed
Dogs allowed
Activities off-site
Air-conditioning
Beautician on-site
Cable or satellite TV
Computer center
Devotional services off-site
Dining room
Fully furnished
Garden
Ground floor units
Handicap accessible
Housekeeping services
Indoor common areas
Kitchenette
Laundry
Move-in coordination
Outdoor common areas
Party space
Resident parking
Respite or short term stays offered
Telephone
Wi-Fi/high-speed internet available
Los Angeles International (7 miles away)
Transportation & parking
Ambulatory care
Assistance with dressing
Diabetic care
Hospice waiver
Meal preparation and service
Medication management
Physical therapy
Diabetes diet
Special dietary restrictions
Art classes
Book club
Catholic services
Educational speakers / life long learning
Fitness programs
Games
Jewish services
Live musical performances
Tai Chi
Wii bowling
Home-like board-and-care with furnished rooms and a garden, plus comprehensive daily care.
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