RankingsCMS data: August 2026

Best Nursing Homes in Santa Monica, CA (2026)

Compare all 12 eligible CMS-rated nursing homes in Santa Monica, CA, ranked by public ratings, health inspections, staffing and penalties — never paid placement. See how our ranking method works

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12Nursing Homes in Santa Monica
2.5/5
-0.7 vs state avgState avg: 3.20Santa Monica Avg Rating
$82K+$21K vs state avgState avg: $61KAvg Fine (When Penalized)
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1No Penalties

Nursing HomeSanta Monica, CA

Pacific Post Acute

For-profit

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

Above California avg of 3.2

1323 17th StreetSanta Monica, CA 90404

(310) 453-5456

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22 Penalties

Nursing HomeSanta Monica, CA

Fireside Health Care Center

For-profit

★★★★☆4 out of 5 stars4.0Above AverageCMS Overall
  • Health Inspection3.0
  • Staffing3.0
  • Quality Measures5.0
66 BedsStandard health inspection Jan 2026

Above California avg of 3.2

947 3rd StreetSanta Monica, CA 90403

(310) 393-7117

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3No Penalties

Nursing HomeSanta Monica, CA

Brentwood Health Care Center

For-profit

★★★☆☆3 out of 5 stars3.0AverageCMS Overall
  • Health Inspection3.0
  • Staffing3.0
  • Quality Measures4.0
59 BedsStandard health inspection Dec 2025

Below California avg of 3.2

1321 Franklin StreetSanta Monica, CA 90404

(310) 828-5596

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41 Penalty

Nursing HomeSanta Monica, CA

Santa Monica Health Care Center

For-profit

★★★☆☆3 out of 5 stars3.0AverageCMS Overall
  • Health Inspection3.0
  • Staffing4.0
  • Quality Measures4.0
59 BedsStandard health inspection Apr 2025

Below California avg of 3.2

1320 20th StreetSanta Monica, CA 90404

(310) 829-4301

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51 Penalty

Nursing HomeSanta Monica, CA

Berkley West Healthcare Center

For-profit

★★★☆☆3 out of 5 stars3.0AverageCMS Overall
  • Health Inspection2.0
  • Staffing4.0
  • Quality Measures5.0
54 BedsStandard health inspection Jan 2026

Below California avg of 3.2

1623 Arizona AvenueSanta Monica, CA 90404

(310) 829-4565

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6No Penalties

Nursing HomeSanta Monica, CA

Sunset Park Healthcare

For-profit

★★☆☆☆2 out of 5 stars2.0Below AverageCMS Overall
  • Health Inspection2.0
  • Staffing3.0
  • Quality Measures4.0
44 BedsStandard health inspection May 2025

Below California avg of 3.2

2250 29th StreetSanta Monica, CA 90405

(310) 450-7694

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71 Penalty

Nursing HomeSanta Monica, CA

Ocean Park Healthcare

For-profit

★★☆☆☆2 out of 5 stars2.0Below AverageCMS Overall
  • Health Inspection2.0
  • Staffing3.0
  • Quality Measures3.0
41 BedsStandard health inspection May 2025

Below California avg of 3.2

2828 Pico BoulevardSanta Monica, CA 90405

(310) 450-7694

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81 Penalty

Nursing HomeSanta Monica, CA

Good Shepherd Health Care Center Of Santa Monica

For-profit

★★☆☆☆2 out of 5 stars2.0Below AverageCMS Overall
  • Health Inspection2.0
  • Staffing1.0
  • Quality Measures5.0
48 BedsStandard health inspection Feb 2026

Below California avg of 3.2

1131 Arizona Ave.Santa Monica, CA 90401

(310) 451-4800

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92 Penalties

Nursing HomeSanta Monica, CA

Ocean Pointe Healthcare Center

For-profit

★★☆☆☆2 out of 5 stars2.0Below AverageCMS Overall
  • Health Inspection2.0
  • Staffing4.0
  • Quality Measures4.0
72 BedsStandard health inspection Jun 2026

Below California avg of 3.2

1330 17th StreetSanta Monica, CA 90404

(310) 829-5411

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103 Penalties

Nursing HomeSanta Monica, CA

Berkley East Healthcare Center

For-profit

★★☆☆☆2 out of 5 stars2.0Below AverageCMS Overall
  • Health Inspection1.0
  • Staffing3.0
  • Quality Measures5.0
207 BedsStandard health inspection Mar 2026

Below California avg of 3.2

2021 Arizona AveSanta Monica, CA 90404

(310) 829-5377

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113 Penalties

Nursing HomeSanta Monica, CA

Beachwood Post-Acute & Rehab

For-profit

★☆☆☆☆1 out of 5 stars1.0PoorCMS Overall
  • Health Inspection1.0
  • Staffing3.0
  • Quality Measures4.0
227 BedsStandard health inspection Jun 2025

Below California avg of 3.2

1340 15th StreetSanta Monica, CA 90404

(310) 451-9706

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125 Penalties

Nursing HomeSanta Monica, CA

Santa Monica Rehabilitation Center

For-profit

★☆☆☆☆1 out of 5 stars1.0PoorCMS Overall
  • Health Inspection1.0
  • Staffing2.0
  • Quality Measures4.0
144 BedsStandard health inspection May 2026

Below California avg of 3.2

1338 20th StreetSanta Monica, CA 90404

(310) 255-2800

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City report

Care landscape in Santa Monica

How Santa Monica compares with the rest of California on three signals families ask about most.

  • Population 65+18.7%

    About 12% higher than the state average of 16.7%.

    Census ACS 2023 (ZIP-weighted)
  • Nurse staff turnover39.5%

    A little higher than the state average of 36.7%.

    CMS PBJ 2024
  • Cognitive disability12.6%

    About 18% lower than the state average of 15.3%.

    CDC PLACES (ZIP-weighted)

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FAQ

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How many facilities were evaluated in Santa Monica, CA?

This page evaluates 12 eligible nursing homes in Santa Monica, CA and shows the top 12.

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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