45 Years of Independent and Assisted Living in the San Gabriel Valley
The Oaks of Pasadena is a single-campus senior living community in Pasadena, California, that has operated continuously since 1981. Senior Care Finder's directory lists 1 community, encompassing two distinct settings on the same 27-acre property: the 86-apartment Oaks of Pasadena independent living campus and The Retreat, an intimate, 9-resident assisted living home. The Oaks of Pasadena offers independent living and assisted living.
Visit the official The Oaks of Pasadena website, or explore The Oaks of Pasadena on Senior Care Finder to see current details.
Company at a Glance
● Location: 2954 E Del Mar Blvd, Pasadena, California 91107
● Founded: 1981; the community celebrated 45 years of operation in July 2026 with a Great Gatsby-themed event
● Current leadership: No individually named owner, executive director, or leadership team was identified
● Portfolio size: 1 community, per Senior Care Finder's directory, comprising two physical settings on the same 27-acre property: the 86-apartment Oaks of Pasadena independent living campus and The Retreat, a separate 9-resident assisted living home located next door at 365 El Nido Avenue
● States served: California
● Care and lifestyle options: Independent living and assisted living
● Official website: oaksofpasadena.com
Senior Living and Care Options
The Oaks of Pasadena offers two levels of living, each in its own physical setting on the same property:
● Independent living (studio, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom apartments at the main Oaks campus)
● Assisted living (at The Retreat, a separate 9-resident home)
The main Oaks of Pasadena campus offers maintenance-free independent living apartments for adults age 55 and older, with full-size kitchens in one- and two-bedroom units and kitchenettes in studios. The Retreat, located next door, is a licensed assisted living home capped at 9 residents, providing support with bathing, dressing, medication reminders, and other daily activities in a home-like setting. The Oaks of Pasadena does not offer memory care or skilled nursing directly. Families should confirm current availability and pricing directly on the Senior Care Finder listing.
What Makes The Oaks of Pasadena Different?
45 Years of Continuous Operation in Pasadena
The Oaks of Pasadena opened its doors in 1981 and has operated continuously in the same Pasadena location ever since, among the first communities of its kind in the area. The community celebrated its 45th anniversary in July 2026 with a Great Gatsby-themed event, reflecting a long, stable operating history in a single location rather than a multi-site or recently established portfolio.
Two Distinct Care Settings on One Property
Rather than combining independent and assisted living within a single building, The Oaks of Pasadena maintains two physically separate settings: the 86-apartment main campus for independent living, and The Retreat, a distinct 9-resident home next door for assisted living. This physical separation is a differentiator allowing each setting to maintain its own distinct scale and atmosphere.
An Expansive Campus With Resort-Style Grounds
The Oaks of Pasadena sits on a 27-acre property that includes an arboretum, gardens, a swimming pool, and paved walking paths. This scale of outdoor grounds, uncommon for a single independent/assisted living community, is a differentiator from communities with more limited outdoor space.
An Intentionally Small-Scale Assisted Living Option
The Retreat is capped at 9 residents by design, a deliberately small scale compared to most assisted living communities. The company describes this as providing a more home-like, individualized setting than larger, more institutional facilities, with residents keeping their own bedrooms and sharing common living areas.
Signature Programs and Services
The Oaks of Pasadena does not describe a distinctly named, company-wide clinical program; its differentiation centers on its physical campus, long operating history, and the intentionally small scale of The Retreat rather than a specific branded care program.
Life at The Oaks of Pasadena
Life at the main Oaks campus may include restaurant-style dining with a flexible meal plan, complimentary local transportation, housekeeping services, and a full calendar of social activities and clubs. Life at The Retreat centers on individualized assistance plans, shared living areas, and round-the-clock support for daily activities. Both settings welcome pets. Studio, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom independent living apartments have historically started in the range of $4,000 to $7,850 per month, though families should confirm current pricing directly, since rates are subject to change.
Families evaluating The Oaks of Pasadena should ask specifically about current apartment and Retreat availability, current staffing levels, and current pricing for the specific unit type or care setting they are considering.
What Residents and Families Say
Senior Care Finder's own listing for The Oaks of Pasadena shows a 5.0 rating. Recurring themes in publicly available feedback include spacious apartments, friendly and accessible staff, and an attractive, tree-filled campus, though experience can vary by individual and time period. Families are encouraged to review recent feedback directly.
Leadership
Research did not identify a specific, named owner, executive director, or leadership team for The Oaks of Pasadena through a primary source. Given the community's single-location structure, day-to-day leadership likely resides with an on-site executive director or administrator.
Visit the official The Oaks of Pasadena website for the community's own description of its history and services.
Recent News, Growth, and Recognition
The Oaks of Pasadena Celebrates 45 Years With Great Gatsby-Themed Event
In July 2026, The Oaks of Pasadena celebrated 45 years of serving the Pasadena senior community with a Great Gatsby-themed event, marking the community's continued operation since it first opened in 1981.
Read the company's own announcement.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Oaks of Pasadena? The Oaks of Pasadena is a single-campus senior living community in Pasadena, California, operating since 1981, offering independent living and assisted living.
Where is The Oaks of Pasadena located? The Oaks of Pasadena is located at 2954 E Del Mar Blvd, Pasadena, California 91107.
Who owns The Oaks of Pasadena? This research did not identify a specific named owner or leadership team for The Oaks of Pasadena through a primary source.
What is The Retreat? The Retreat is The Oaks of Pasadena's separate, 9-resident assisted living home, located next door to the main independent living campus at 365 El Nido Avenue.
Does The Oaks of Pasadena offer memory care or skilled nursing? No. The Oaks of Pasadena offers independent living and assisted living only.
How big is The Oaks of Pasadena? The main campus includes 86 independent living apartments, and The Retreat is capped at 9 assisted living residents, together situated on a 27-acre property.
What do reviews say about The Oaks of Pasadena? Recurring themes include spacious apartments, friendly staff, and an attractive campus. Families should review recent, current feedback for the most up-to-date perspective.
How much does The Oaks of Pasadena cost? Independent living apartments have historically started around $4,000 per month for a studio, with higher rates for one- and two-bedroom units. Pricing is subject to change; families should contact the community directly for current rates.
How can families find out more about The Oaks of Pasadena? Families can view The Oaks of Pasadena's listing on Senior Care Finder or visit the community's own website.
Explore The Oaks of Pasadena
Contacting The Oaks of Pasadena directly is the best way to confirm current availability across both its independent living campus and The Retreat. Explore The Oaks of Pasadena on Senior Care Finder for current details and ratings.
Pricing, availability, and resident experience can change over time; families should confirm current details directly with the community.
The Oaks of Pasadena is a paid Senior Care Finder partner. Partner status does not replace the need for families to independently evaluate the community, services, pricing, licensing information, and recent reviews.
Company information, leadership details, programs, recognition, and news were reviewed using publicly available sources. Information last reviewed August 2026.
