RankingsCMS data: August 2026

Best Nursing Homes in San Diego, CA (2026)

Compare all 21 eligible CMS-rated nursing homes in San Diego, CA, ranked by public ratings, health inspections, staffing and penalties — never paid placement. See how our ranking method works

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21Nursing Homes in San Diego
3.9/5
+0.7 vs state avgState avg: 3.20San Diego Avg Rating
$48K$13K vs state avgState avg: $61KAvg Fine (When Penalized)
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1No Penalties

Nursing HomeSan Diego, CA

Vi At La Jolla Village

For-profit

★★★★★5 out of 5 stars5.0ExcellentCMS Overall
  • Health Inspection5.0
  • Staffing5.0
  • Quality Measures5.0
60 BedsStandard health inspection Aug 2025

Above California avg of 3.2

4171 Las Palmas SquareSan Diego, CA 92122

(858) 646-3400

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2No Penalties

Nursing HomeSan Diego, CA

Helen Bernardy Center D/P Snf

Government

★★★★★5 out of 5 stars5.0ExcellentCMS Overall
  • Health Inspection5.0
  • Staffing4.0
  • Quality Measures5.0
43 BedsStandard health inspection Mar 2026

Above California avg of 3.2

8060 Frost StSan Diego, CA 92123

(858) 966-5833

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3No Penalties

Nursing HomeSan Diego, CA

The Springs At Pacific Regent

For-profit

★★★★★5 out of 5 stars5.0ExcellentCMS Overall
  • Health Inspection5.0
  • Staffing3.0
  • Quality Measures5.0
59 BedsStandard health inspection Aug 2025

Above California avg of 3.2

3884 Nobel DriveSan Diego, CA 92122

(858) 625-8700

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4No Penalties

Nursing HomeSan Diego, CA

Kearny Mesa Convalescent And Nursing Home

For-profit

★★★★★5 out of 5 stars5.0ExcellentCMS Overall
  • Health Inspection5.0
  • Staffing2.0
  • Quality Measures5.0
98 BedsStandard health inspection May 2025

Above California avg of 3.2

7675 Family Circle DriveSan Diego, CA 92111

(858) 278-8121

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5No Penalties

Nursing HomeSan Diego, CA

Hillcrest Heights Healthcare Center

For-profit

★★★★★5 out of 5 stars5.0ExcellentCMS Overall
  • Health Inspection4.0
  • Staffing5.0
  • Quality Measures4.0
96 BedsStandard health inspection Jan 2025

Above California avg of 3.2

4033 Sixth Avenue ExtSan Diego, CA 92103

(619) 297-4086

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6No Penalties

Nursing HomeSan Diego, CA

Villa Rancho Bernardo Care Center

For-profit

★★★★★5 out of 5 stars5.0ExcellentCMS Overall
  • Health Inspection4.0
  • Staffing5.0
  • Quality Measures4.0
299 BedsStandard health inspection Nov 2024

Above California avg of 3.2

15720 Bernardo Center DriveSan Diego, CA 92127

(858) 672-3900

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7No Penalties

Nursing HomeSan Diego, CA

Arroyo Vista Nursing Center

For-profit

★★★★★5 out of 5 stars5.0ExcellentCMS Overall
  • Health Inspection4.0
  • Staffing3.0
  • Quality Measures5.0
53 BedsStandard health inspection Jan 2026

Above California avg of 3.2

3022 45th StreetSan Diego, CA 92105

(619) 283-5855

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8No Penalties

Nursing HomeSan Diego, CA

University Care Center

For-profit

★★★★★5 out of 5 stars5.0ExcellentCMS Overall
  • Health Inspection4.0
  • Staffing3.0
  • Quality Measures5.0
87 BedsStandard health inspection May 2025

Above California avg of 3.2

5602 University AveSan Diego, CA 92105

(619) 583-1993

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9No Penalties

Nursing HomeSan Diego, CA

Jacob Healthcare Center

For-profit

★★★★★5 out of 5 stars5.0ExcellentCMS Overall
  • Health Inspection4.0
  • Staffing2.0
  • Quality Measures5.0
128 BedsStandard health inspection Jan 2026

Above California avg of 3.2

4075 54th St.San Diego, CA 92105

(619) 582-5168

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10No Penalties

Nursing HomeSan Diego, CA

Mission Hills Post Acute Care

For-profit

★★★★☆4 out of 5 stars4.0Above AverageCMS Overall
  • Health Inspection3.0
  • Staffing3.0
  • Quality Measures5.0
75 BedsStandard health inspection Jun 2025

Above California avg of 3.2

3680 Reynard WaySan Diego, CA 92103

(619) 297-4484

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11No Penalties

Nursing HomeSan Diego, CA

Balboa Nursing & Rehabilitation Center

For-profit

★★★★☆4 out of 5 stars4.0Above AverageCMS Overall
  • Health Inspection3.0
  • Staffing2.0
  • Quality Measures5.0
194 BedsStandard health inspection May 2025

Above California avg of 3.2

3520 Fourth AvenueSan Diego, CA 92103

(619) 291-5270

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12No Penalties

Nursing HomeSan Diego, CA

The Shores Post-Acute

For-profit

★★★☆☆3 out of 5 stars3.0AverageCMS Overall
  • Health Inspection3.0
  • Staffing4.0
  • Quality Measures4.0
305 BedsStandard health inspection Dec 2024

Below California avg of 3.2

2828 Meadowlark DriveSan Diego, CA 92123

(858) 277-6460

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13No Penalties

Nursing HomeSan Diego, CA

Carmel Mountain Rehabilitation & Healthcare Center

For-profit

★★★☆☆3 out of 5 stars3.0AverageCMS Overall
  • Health Inspection2.0
  • Staffing3.0
  • Quality Measures5.0
120 BedsStandard health inspection Apr 2025

Below California avg of 3.2

11895 Avenue Of IndustrySan Diego, CA 92128

(858) 673-0101

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14No Penalties

Nursing HomeSan Diego, CA

Casa De Las Campanas

Non-profit

★★☆☆☆2 out of 5 stars2.0Below AverageCMS Overall
  • Health Inspection2.0
  • Staffing4.0
  • Quality Measures4.0
99 BedsStandard health inspection Aug 2025

Below California avg of 3.2

18655 W. Bernardo DriveSan Diego, CA 92127

(858) 451-9152

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15No Penalties

Nursing HomeSan Diego, CA

Brighton Place San Diego

For-profit

★☆☆☆☆1 out of 5 stars1.0PoorCMS Overall
  • Health Inspection2.0
  • Staffing1.0
  • Quality Measures3.0
99 BedsStandard health inspection Jan 2025

Below California avg of 3.2

1350 N. Euclid AvenueSan Diego, CA 92105

(619) 263-2166

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City report

Care landscape in San Diego

How San Diego compares with the rest of California on three signals families ask about most.

  • Population 65+14.8%

    About 11% lower than the state average of 16.7%.

    Census ACS 2023 (ZIP-weighted)
  • Nurse staff turnover42.8%

    About 17% higher than the state average of 36.7%.

    CMS PBJ 2024
  • Cognitive disability13.2%

    About 14% lower than the state average of 15.3%.

    CDC PLACES (ZIP-weighted)

See full demographics & care economics for San Diego →

FAQ

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How many facilities were evaluated in San Diego, CA?

This page evaluates 21 eligible nursing homes in San Diego, CA and shows the top 21.

How are these rankings calculated?

Facilities are ranked by CMS overall rating first. Ties are broken by fewer penalties, then health inspection rating, then staffing rating.

Should I rely on these rankings alone?

No. Use the rankings to narrow the field, then review facility profiles, confirm details directly with the provider, and get professional guidance for the care decision.

What do the CMS data and inspection dates mean?

CMS data: August 2026. The inspection date is the latest standard health inspection reported in the CMS survey summary, including inspections with no deficiencies. Complaint and fire safety surveys are separate. A recent CMS release can include an older inspection date. Listings absent from the latest imported CMS provider release remain available on the platform but are excluded from current rankings.

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