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Best Assisted Living Facilities in Boston, MA

Find local assisted living and retirement communities in the Boston, MA area.

We found 79 communities near Boston, MA
Hale House

Hale House

273 Clarendon St, Boston, MA 02116 (0.6 mi from city center)
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The Diane and Mark Goldman Family Residences

The Diane and Mark Goldman Family Residences

1550 Beacon St, Brookline, MA 02446 (0.8 mi from city center)
Independent Living
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Zelma Lacey House

Zelma Lacey House

9 West School Street, Charlestown, MA 02129 (1.4 mi from city center)
Assisted Living
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Susan Bailis Assisted Living Community

Susan Bailis Assisted Living Community

352 Massachusetts Avenue, Boston, MA 02115 (1.4 mi from city center)
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Ryben Staffing

Ryben Staffing

177 Huntington Avenue, Suite 1703, Boston, MA 02115 (1.8 mi from city center)
Home Care
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Compass on the Bay

Compass on the Bay

1380 Columbia Road, South Boston, MA 02127 (2.1 mi from city center)
Memory Care
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Somerville Home

Somerville Home

117 Summer St, Somerville, MA 02143 (2.8 mi from city center)
Assisted Living
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Landmark at Longwood

Landmark at Longwood

63 Parker Hill Avenue, Boston, MA 02120 (2.9 mi from city center)
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VNA Assisted and Senior Living Community

VNA Assisted and Senior Living Community

259 Lowell Street, Somerville, MA 02144 (3.3 mi from city center)
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Vineyard Community Living

Vineyard Community Living

20 Linden Street, Brighton, MA 02134 (3.4 mi from city center)
Home Care
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Youville House

Youville House

1573 Cambridge St, Cambridge, MA 02138 (3.7 mi from city center)
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Goddard House

Goddard House

165 Chestnut St, Brookline, MA 02445 (3.7 mi from city center)
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Rogerson House

Rogerson House

434 Jamaica Way, Jamaica Plain, MA 02130 (3.8 mi from city center)
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The Cambridge Homes

The Cambridge Homes

360 Mount Auburn St, Cambridge, MA 02138 (3.9 mi from city center)
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Providence House

Providence House

180 Corey Road, Brighton, MA 02135 (3.9 mi from city center)
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Cadbury Commons

Cadbury Commons

66 Sherman St, Cambridge, MA 02140 (4 mi from city center)
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The Parc at Harbor View Senior Living

The Parc at Harbor View Senior Living

46 Lincoln St, Winthrop, MA 02152 (4.1 mi from city center)
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Purple Nurse Home Care

Purple Nurse Home Care

125 Cambridge Park Drive, Suite 301, Cambridge, MA 02140 (4.2 mi from city center)
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Mystic Valley Elder Services

Mystic Valley Elder Services

300 Commercial St, Ste 19, Malden, MA 02148 (4.2 mi from city center)
Home Care
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Prospect House

Prospect House

420 Reservoir Avenue, Revere, MA 02151 (4.3 mi from city center)
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Cambridge VNA Network

Cambridge VNA Network

186 Alewife Brook Pkwy # 206, Cambridge, MA 02138 (4.5 mi from city center)
Home Care
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Chestnut Park At Cleveland Circle

Chestnut Park At Cleveland Circle

50 Sutherland Rd, Brighton, MA 02135 (4.5 mi from city center)
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Atria Marina Place

Atria Marina Place

Four Seaport Drive, Quincy, MA 02171 (4.7 mi from city center)
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Neville Place

Neville Place

650 Concord Ave, Cambridge, MA 02138 (4.8 mi from city center)
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Springhouse Senior Living

Springhouse Senior Living

44 Allandale Street, Jamaica Plain, MA 02130 (5.2 mi from city center)
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  • Hale House
  • The Diane and Mark Goldman Family Residences
  • Zelma Lacey House
  • Susan Bailis Assisted Living Community
  • Ryben Staffing
  • Compass on the Bay
  • Somerville Home
  • Landmark at Longwood
  • VNA Assisted and Senior Living Community
  • Vineyard Community Living
  • Youville House
  • Goddard House
  • Rogerson House
  • The Cambridge Homes
  • Providence House
  • Cadbury Commons
  • The Parc at Harbor View Senior Living
  • Purple Nurse Home Care
  • Mystic Valley Elder Services
  • Prospect House
  • Cambridge VNA Network
  • Chestnut Park At Cleveland Circle
  • Atria Marina Place
  • Neville Place
  • Springhouse Senior Living

Senior Living Statistics for Boston, Massachusetts

Senior Housing Costs


Based on data from 2023-2024, the cost of senior housing in Boston varies depending on the type of accommodation and level of care.
Housing Type Average Cost in Boston
Assisted Living $7,213
Memory Care $7,212
Independent Living $6,352
Nursing Home: Private Room $7,319
Nursing Home: Semi-Private Room $7,091
Nursing Home: Studio $8,083
Nursing Home: One Bedroom $9,226
Nursing Home: Two Bedroom N/A
Nursing Home: Detached Cottage N/A

Cost of Living in Boston


In 2024, the cost of living in Boston includes expenses such as housing, groceries, transportation, healthcare, and utilities, which can vary significantly based on the city's location and size.
City Average Cost
Boston $7,213
Brockton $6,886
Millis-Clicquot $6,743

Here is how the cost of living in Boston compares to Massachusetts and the national average:
Area Average Cost
Boston $7,213
Massachusetts $6,822
United States $4,546

Available Senior Living Facilities in Boston


Number of senior living facilities in:

Boston

7

Surrounding Area

298

Massachusetts

392

Boston Demographics


Based on information from 2023, here are some details around the population of Boston, such as age distribution for seniors, and racial diversity.

Population:

Boston has a population of 4,218.
  • 53.8% Male
  • 46.2% Female

Marital Status:

  • 29.7% Married
  • 12.2% Divorced
  • 55.1% Never Married
  • 3% Widowed

Age:

Seniors make up about 38% of the population.
  • 13.4% in their 50s
  • 11.4% in their 60s
  • 10% in their 70s
  • 3.2% in their 80s

Diversity:

  • 85.3% White
  • 4.2% Black
  • 2.5% Asian
  • 0% Native
  • 0% Pacific
  • 4.4% Identifying as Other
  • 3.6% Mixed Race
  • 7.7% Hispanic

Cities Near Boston

Not set on Boston? See the average cost of senior housing communities in neighboring cities.
City Average Cost
City Average Cost
Newton $7,029
Quincy $7,120
Woburn $7,178
Dover $5,999
Danvers $7,202
Needham $6,942
City Average Cost
Plymouth $7,315
Cambridge $7,080
Dedham $6,969
Canton $6,992
Framingham $6,998
Braintree $7,107
City Average Cost
Beverly $6,980
Chelmsford $7,123
Norwell $6,910
Hingham $7,080
Lynn $7,236
Malden $7,223

Senior Living Ratings Methodology

Our experts spent over 50 hours researching the best communities in each city, focusing on these key factors.

Cost

Assisted living costs vary greatly based on the facility and level of care. We considered communities that are suitable for various budgets and offer solid value. All prices listed are from community websites.

Available Care

We value communities that offer more than standard living services, such as memory care and independent living. We think this is beneficial for older adults, as it allows a community to meet your changing needs over time.

Reviews

We read through dozens of reviews for every single contender and include a summary of our findings. In most cases, we see common themes regarding positive and negative feedback about each community. Just remember not to take individual reviews at face value.

Amenities

Amenities can help an assisted living community feel like a luxury resort or a home away from home. Our research focuses on communities that offer extra perks and benefits for seniors to enjoy.

Location

Location can be important. Since many seniors like to have certain comforts nearby, we look at communities close to parks, shopping areas, hospitals, museums, and other practical or entertaining points of interest.

Staff Size

We highlighted assisted living communities that offer high staff-to-resident ratios, often with a maximum of eight residents per caregiver.