Kensington at Walnut Creek, the

1580 Geary Road, Walnut Creek, CA 94597 ·

Assisted livingMemory careIndependent livingLicensedListing not claimedListing not claimedKensington at Walnut Creek, the hasn’t confirmed or added to this page yet. Everything here comes from state records, their website and public reviews.
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Monthly cost$5,956/moStarting price+ care fees, ask
Clear Rating71/ 100FairMedium confidence
Safety, 5 years2Type A citationsNone cited again at the next visit31 state visits
Size200residentsLarge communityLicensed since 2023

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MC Shared · Memory Care$5,956/ month
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$5,956
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Rating & safety How to read thisThese are the state’s own categories. Type A: problems that, if not corrected, put residents’ health, safety or rights at direct and immediate risk. Type B: problems that could become a risk without correction, or record-keeping problems that affect care. Both must be corrected. Complaints the state didn’t confirm are shown but never counted against the community.

Our score, and what state inspectors found

Checked 4 Nov 2026

Our scoreMedium confidence

71/ 100Fair

Fair means 70–84 on our 0–100 scale.

  • Safety record 53%73
  • Inspection quality 35%63
  • What families say 12%89
How this score is worked out

We combine the state safety record (53%), how routine inspections went (35%) and what families say (12%). Payment never changes a score. Full method on the Clear Rating page.

The state record, last 5 years

2Type AType AThe state’s most serious category: problems that, if not corrected, have a direct and immediate risk to the health, safety or personal rights of residents.most serious categoryNone cited again at the next visit
4Type BType BThe state’s less serious category: problems that could become an immediate risk without correction, or record-keeping problems that affect care.less serious categoryNone cited again at the next visit
4 of 6Complaintsconfirmed by the state

2 Type A citations and 4 Type B citations in five years, from 31 state visits. The state confirmed 4 of 6 complaints.

Type A and B are the state’s categories for what inspectors found at the time.

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Visits, newest first

2026

  1. 8 Jul 2026Case management visit

    No citations.

  2. 13 Apr 2026ComplaintNot confirmed

    The state didn’t find enough evidence to confirm the complaint.

  3. 17 Feb 2026Case management visit

    No citations.

2025

  1. 18 Dec 2025Case management visit

    No citations.

  2. 18 Dec 2025Case management visit

    No citations.

Daily life Where this comes fromFrom the community’s own website. Not checked by the state.

From the community’s own website

  • DiningTalented chefs blend familiar favorites with fresh, seasonal flavors. Elevated and comforting dining. Social dining spaces designed for conversation.…
  • ActivitiesThe Kensington offers a wide range of enriching programs and engaging social events, including clubs, happy hours, live entertainment, movement…
  • TransportScheduled transportation, concierge services for transportation, valet parking, and house car services are available.

Location

Where it is, and how far it is from home

1580 Geary Road, Walnut Creek, CA 94597From the state license record.Get directions

Reviews

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Checked 4 Nov 2026

4.6★★★★★

49 Google reviews · as of 4 Nov 2026

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  • ★★★★★

    The energy, warmth and care of this place radiates the moment you walk in. The rooms are thoughtfully designed without feeling drab and are filled with light and all the amenities to be safe and comfortable. The staff is super nice and helpful and it just has a really good vibe....unlike many others elderly care homes. Great location right next to srouts.

    Jun 2026 · Google
  • ★★★★★

    The Kensington is a great assisted living facility, their staff is very attentive and are always looking for ways to educated the community. I was able to participate in their Virtual Dementia Experience and it was eye opening. I’m grateful for their commitment to our community and seniors.

    Jan 2026 · Google
  • ★★★★★

    The Kensington at Walnut Creek is a truly beautiful community, beginning the moment you walk into the lobby. The space feels warm and elegant, with a dining area that looks as though it was plucked straight out of Napa Valley, alongside a cozy library and inviting sitting areas that encourage connection and calm. My grandmother moved to The Kensington in 2006 and lived there for a number of…

    Jan 2026 · Google
  • ★★★★★

    I’ve had the pleasure of visiting The Kensington at Walnut Creek several times while exploring top-tier senior living communities in the East Bay, and I can confidently say—it truly stands out. The facility is spotless, thoughtfully designed, and offers an inviting layout that fosters both activities and social connection. What impressed me most is the genuine care and compassion evident…

    Jan 2026 · Google
  • ★★★★★

    The Kensington at Walnut Creek is a gem in senior living. From the moment you walk in, you’re greeted by a team that truly cares—warm, attentive, and always ready to help. The updated rooms are spacious, beautifully designed with a neutral color palette, and thoughtfully laid out to support both comfort and independence. The lifestyle here is vibrant and engaging. Whether residents prefer quiet…

    Sep 2025 · Google

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License

From the state license record

License #
079201241
Type
Residential care for the elderly (RCFE)
Capacity
200 residents
Since
2023
Licensee
Kensington Tenant LLC & Kisco Senior Living, LLC
County
Contra Costa
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What Type A and Type B mean

Type A
“Violations of the regulations and the Health and Safety Code that, if not corrected, have a direct and immediate risk to the health, safety or personal rights of those in care.”
Type B
“Violations of the regulations and the Health and Safety Code that, without correction, could become an immediate risk to the health, safety or personal rights of clients, or a record keeping violation that would impact the care of clients and/or protection of their resources, or a violation that would impact those services required to meet clients’ needs.”

Source: California Department of Social Services, Community Care Licensing Division, Evaluator Manual. Quoted as the state writes them.

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