Assisted Living

Brookdale Santa Monica Gardens

851 2ND St, Santa Monica, CA 90403 · Los Angeles County

At Brookdale Santa Monica Gardens assisted living in Santa Monica, CA, we can assist you with the little things — like simple housekeeping and meals.

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What to know before you visit

Start with the things that matter to your loved one. Use the details below to build your questions, then ask the community what life and care would look like for them.

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A closer look at the community

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Getting to know this community

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Get to know this community in Santa Monica

Brookdale Santa Monica Gardens is listed in Santa Monica, CA, with assisted living in its directory record. The reported license category is RESIDENTIAL CARE ELDERLY. A licensing retrieval date is not recorded here. Check the official state source for current status.

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Details on file

✓Location: Santa Monica, CA
✓Care categories on file: assisted living
✓Outside review ratings available from Google

Questions for your visit

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Topics noted in the summary

How would staff support your loved one’s daily routine and changing care needs?
What staff are available overnight, and how are urgent needs handled?
What is included in the written monthly quote, and which care services cost extra?

Can you show us the current license and latest inspection report, including any follow-up findings?
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Could we speak with current residents or families about daily life and how concerns are handled?
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What would the full monthly cost be for my loved one, and which care services or one-time charges are extra?
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How would you assess my loved one’s needs, and what happens if those needs change?

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At a glance

Reported capacity · confirm unit: 128
Avg. residents/day: —
Ownership: —
Part of a chain: Not reported
Continuing care: Not reported

Pricing & cost

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Level of care	Monthly cost	Source
Assisted Living	$6,030–$9,430/mo (modeled range) 2024–2026 published survey medians, state median adjusted to local Los Angeles prices (BEA regional price parities). Request a quote for exact pricing.	Local market estimate

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Services and details to confirm

These topics come from source records and community websites. They do not confirm that a service is currently offered, available, or included in the price.

State-licensed community
Help with daily activities
Medication management
Restaurant-style dining
Housekeeping & laundry
Social activities
Physical therapy
Memory care
Pet friendly
Scheduled transportation
Chef-prepared meals
On-site salon / barber
Fitness center
Wellness programs
Daily activities & events
Courtyard / outdoor space
Gardens / walking paths
Library
Studio apartments
24/7 staff

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Location

851 2ND St, Santa Monica, CA

Monday: Open 24 hours
Tuesday: Open 24 hours
Wednesday: Open 24 hours
Thursday: Open 24 hours
Friday: Open 24 hours
Saturday: Open 24 hours
Sunday: Open 24 hours

Reviews & reputation

Reviews, when available, are shown with their source. Review ratings are separate from licensing and inspection records.

Google

4.0

14 reviews →

Retrieved 2026-08-03 · individual experiences

Family reviews

No family reviews are available on Haven for Brookdale Santa Monica Gardens.

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Common questions about Brookdale Santa Monica Gardens

How much does Brookdale Santa Monica Gardens cost?

Brookdale Santa Monica Gardens has no current published quote for assisted living in Haven records. The local market planning estimate is $6,030–$9,430 per month (modeled range). 2024–2026 published survey medians, state median adjusted to local Los Angeles prices (BEA regional price parities). Request a quote for exact pricing. This is not a community quote. Ask for a current, itemized price.

What types of care does Brookdale Santa Monica Gardens offer?

Brookdale Santa Monica Gardens in Santa Monica, CA offers assisted living and is licensed for 128 beds.

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Your next steps

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Confirm the fit
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2
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Data sources:State licensing recordGoogleOfficial website

Haven record updated 2026-08-24. We show imported source information. This date does not establish when a license was last checked.

Licensing data retrieved by Haven: Not recorded

Licensing source reported date: Not provided

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Reported license category: RESIDENTIAL CARE ELDERLY

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