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Compare Nursing Homes in San Francisco–Oakland–Berkeley
Facilities:83
Avg Score:46.6
Scoring 75+:2%
Quick Answer
San Francisco–Oakland–Berkeley has 83 Medicare-certified nursing homes with an average SunsetWell score of 46.6/100. Highest composite score shown: WASHINGTON CENTER (76/100). Typical costs range $6,000-$12,000/month for private pay. 2% of facilities score 75 or higher on the evidence composite.
Market Overview
San Francisco's 83 skilled nursing facilities have an average SunsetWell evidence composite of 46.6.2% score 75 or higher. These figures summarize the available public inputs; review each facility's component data and current services before deciding.
The 21-point gap between the highest and lowest composite results shows how the combined public evidence varies in this market. Families should review current state inspection reports, tour multiple facilities, and verify Medicaid/Medicare acceptance before making decisions.
Score Distribution
90-100 (Exceptional)
0 facilities
75-89 (Excellent)
2 facilities
60-74 (Good)
17 facilities
40-59 (Average)
11 facilities
0-39 (Below Average)
0 facilities
⭐ Excellent (75–89)
#1
WASHINGTON CENTER
14766 WASHINGTON AVENUE, SAN LEANDRO, CA, 94578
Health: 5 stars
Staffing: 4 stars
Quality: 4 stars
76
Excellent · 98th percentile in CA
#2
EXCELL HEALTH CARE CENTER
3025 HIGH STREET, OAKLAND, CA, 94619
Health: 5 stars
Staffing: 4 stars
Quality: 5 stars
75
Excellent · 98th percentile in CA
Good (60–74)
#3
BELLAKEN SKILLED NURSING CENTER
2780 26TH AVENUE, OAKLAND, CA, 94601
Health: 5 stars
Staffing: 4 stars
Quality: 5 stars
74
Good · 98th percentile in CA
#4
MORTON BAKAR CENTER
494 BLOSSOM WAY, HAYWARD, CA, 94541
Health: 5 stars
Staffing: 5 stars
Quality: 5 stars
74
Good · 98th percentile in CA
#5
MEDICAL HILL HEALTHCARE CENTER
475 29TH STREET, OAKLAND, CA, 94609
Health: 4 stars
Staffing: 3 stars
Quality: 5 stars
74
Good · 97th percentile in CA
#6
BETHESDA HOME
22427 MONTGOMERY STREET, HAYWARD, CA, 94541
Health: 4 stars
Staffing: 1 stars
Quality: 5 stars
73
Good · 97th percentile in CA
#7
HAYWARD GARDENS POST ACUTE
1628 B STREET, HAYWARD, CA, 94541
Health: 3 stars
Staffing: 3 stars
Quality: 5 stars
72
Good · 97th percentile in CA
#8
BANCROFT HEALTHCARE CENTER
1475 BANCROFT AVENUE, SAN LEANDRO, CA, 94577
Health: 4 stars
Staffing: 1 stars
Quality: 5 stars
72
Good · 97th percentile in CA
#9
WE CARE SKILLED NURSING FACILITY
21863 VALLEJO STREET, HAYWARD, CA, 94541
Health: 4 stars
Staffing: 3 stars
Quality: 5 stars
69
Good · 96th percentile in CA
#10
OAKLAND HEALTHCARE & WELLNESS CENTER
3030 WEBSTER STREET, OAKLAND, CA, 94609
Health: 4 stars
Staffing: 1 stars
Quality: 4 stars
68
Good · 95th percentile in CA
#11
ST. ANNE'S HOME
300 LAKE STREET, SAN FRANCISCO, CA, 94118
Health: 4 stars
Staffing: 1 stars
Quality: 5 stars
68
Good · 95th percentile in CA
#12
REDWOOD HEALTHCARE CENTER LLC
3145 HIGH STREET, OAKLAND, CA, 94619
Health: 4 stars
Staffing: 3 stars
Quality: 4 stars
68
Good · 94th percentile in CA
#13
CRESTWOOD TREATMENT CENTER
2171 MOWRY AVENUE, FREMONT, CA, 94538
Health: 5 stars
Staffing: 5 stars
Quality: 5 stars
67
Good · 94th percentile in CA
#14
MCCLURE POST ACUTE
2910 MCCLURE STREET, OAKLAND, CA, 94609
Health: 4 stars
Staffing: 3 stars
Quality: 5 stars
65
Good · 93rd percentile in CA
#15
MISSION VALLEY POST ACUTE
2400 PARKSIDE DRIVE, FREMONT, CA, 94536
Health: 5 stars
Staffing: 3 stars
Quality: 5 stars
64
Good · 92nd percentile in CA
#16
VISTA POST ACUTE
3269 D STREET, HAYWARD, CA, 94541
Health: 4 stars
Staffing: 4 stars
Quality: 3 stars
63
Good · 91st percentile in CA
#17
LAUREL HEIGHTS COMMUNITY CARE
2740 CALIFORNIA ST, SAN FRANCISCO, CA, 94115
Health: 4 stars
Staffing: 4 stars
Quality: 5 stars
63
Good · 90th percentile in CA
#18
HAYWARD HEALTHCARE & WELLNESS CENTER
1805 WEST STREET, HAYWARD, CA, 94545
Health: 3 stars
Staffing: 1 stars
Quality: 4 stars
61
Good · 89th percentile in CA
#19
FREMONT HEALTHCARE CENTER
39022 PRESIDIO WAY, FREMONT, CA, 94538
Health: 3 stars
Staffing: 4 stars
Quality: 4 stars
60
Good · 89th percentile in CA
✓ Average (40–59)
#20
THE AVENUES TRANSITIONAL CARE CENTER
2043 19TH AVENUE, SAN FRANCISCO, CA, 94116
Health: 3 stars
Staffing: 5 stars
Quality: 5 stars
59
Average · 88th percentile in CA
#21
PRINCETON MANOR HEALTHCARE CENTER, LLC
2124 57TH AVENUE, OAKLAND, CA, 94621
Health: 3 stars
Staffing: 1 stars
Quality: 4 stars
58
Average · 87th percentile in CA
#22
FRUITVALE HEALTHCARE CENTER
3020 EAST 15TH STREET, OAKLAND, CA, 94601
Health: 5 stars
Staffing: 4 stars
Quality: 4 stars
58
Average · 87th percentile in CA
#23
SAN FRANCISCO POST ACUTE
5767 MISSION STREET, SAN FRANCISCO, CA, 94112
Health: 4 stars
Staffing: 3 stars
Quality: 5 stars
58
Average · 86th percentile in CA
#24
NILES CANYON POST ACUTE
38650 MISSION BOULEVARD, FREMONT, CA, 94536
Health: 5 stars
Staffing: 3 stars
Quality: 4 stars
58
Average · 86th percentile in CA
#25
ST ANTHONY CARE CENTER
553 SMALLEY AVENUE, HAYWARD, CA, 94541
Health: 5 stars
Staffing: 2 stars
Quality: 4 stars
58
Average · 86th percentile in CA
#26
THE REHABILITATION CENTER OF OAKLAND
210 40TH STREET WAY, OAKLAND, CA, 94611
Health: 1 stars
Staffing: 1 stars
Quality: 4 stars
57
Average · 85th percentile in CA
#27
VICTORIAN POST ACUTE
2121 PINE STREET, SAN FRANCISCO, CA, 94115
Health: 4 stars
Staffing: 3 stars
Quality: 5 stars
56
Average · 85th percentile in CA
#28
TICE VALLEY POST ACUTE
1975 TICE VALLEY BLVD., WALNUT CREEK, CA, 94595
Health: 4 stars
Staffing: 4 stars
Quality: 5 stars
56
Average · 84th percentile in CA
#29
GOLDEN HARBOR HEALTHCARE CENTER
442 SUNSET BOULEVARD, HAYWARD, CA, 94541
Health: 2 stars
Staffing: 1 stars
Quality: 4 stars
55
Average · 83rd percentile in CA
#30
OAKLAND HEIGHTS NURSING AND REHABILITATION
2361 EAST 29TH STREET, OAKLAND, CA, 94606
Health: 4 stars
Staffing: 3 stars
Quality: 5 stars
55
Average · 83rd percentile in CA
How to Choose the Right Facility
If quality is your top priority:
→ Consider: WASHINGTON CENTER, EXCELL HEALTH CARE CENTER
These facilities score 75+ on the combined evidence composite. Open each profile to see whether inspections, staffing, and clinical measures tell a consistent story.
For urgent placement:
Contact several facilities to confirm current availability and required services. Consider expanding the search to nearby metros if needed, and ask a discharge planner or ombudsman for help interpreting urgent options.
Important: Always tour facilities personally, review current state inspection reports, and verify Medicare/Medicaid acceptance before making final decisions. Scores provide a consistent comparison but cannot replace in-person evaluation.
Detailed Comparison
| Rank | Facility | SunsetWell Score® (0-100 weighted) | Percentile (vs. state peers) | Health | Staffing | Quality |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 76 | 98th | 5/5 | 4/5 | 4/5 | |
| 2 | 75 | 98th | 5/5 | 4/5 | 5/5 | |
| 3 | 74 | 98th | 5/5 | 4/5 | 5/5 | |
| 4 | 74 | 98th | 5/5 | 5/5 | 5/5 | |
| 5 | 74 | 97th | 4/5 | 3/5 | 5/5 | |
| 6 | 73 | 97th | 4/5 | 1/5 | 5/5 | |
| 7 | 72 | 97th | 3/5 | 3/5 | 5/5 | |
| 8 | 72 | 97th | 4/5 | 1/5 | 5/5 | |
| 9 | 69 | 96th | 4/5 | 3/5 | 5/5 | |
| 10 | 68 | 95th | 4/5 | 1/5 | 4/5 | |
| 11 | 68 | 95th | 4/5 | 1/5 | 5/5 | |
| 12 | 68 | 94th | 4/5 | 3/5 | 4/5 | |
| 13 | 67 | 94th | 5/5 | 5/5 | 5/5 | |
| 14 | 65 | 93rd | 4/5 | 3/5 | 5/5 | |
| 15 | 64 | 92nd | 5/5 | 3/5 | 5/5 | |
| 16 | 63 | 91st | 4/5 | 4/5 | 3/5 | |
| 17 | 63 | 90th | 4/5 | 4/5 | 5/5 | |
| 18 | 61 | 89th | 3/5 | 1/5 | 4/5 | |
| 19 | 60 | 89th | 3/5 | 4/5 | 4/5 | |
| 20 | 59 | 88th | 3/5 | 5/5 | 5/5 | |
| 21 | 58 | 87th | 3/5 | 1/5 | 4/5 | |
| 22 | 58 | 87th | 5/5 | 4/5 | 4/5 | |
| 23 | 58 | 86th | 4/5 | 3/5 | 5/5 | |
| 24 | 58 | 86th | 5/5 | 3/5 | 4/5 | |
| 25 | 58 | 86th | 5/5 | 2/5 | 4/5 | |
| 26 | 57 | 85th | 1/5 | 1/5 | 4/5 | |
| 27 | 56 | 85th | 4/5 | 3/5 | 5/5 | |
| 28 | 56 | 84th | 4/5 | 4/5 | 5/5 | |
| 29 | 55 | 83rd | 2/5 | 1/5 | 4/5 | |
| 30 | 55 | 83rd | 4/5 | 3/5 | 5/5 |
Additional Resources
State Oversight
- • State Health Department: Check current inspection reports
- • Medicare Nursing Home Compare: medicare.gov/care-compare
- • State Ombudsman: Resident advocacy and complaints
Financial Planning
- • Elder Law Attorney Referral: Plan Medicaid eligibility
- • Veterans Benefits: VA Aid & Attendance
- • Long-Term Care Insurance: Review policy coverage
Disclaimer: This guide is educational only. SunsetWell scores are based on CMS data and peer-group analysis. Always tour facilities personally, speak with staff, review current state inspection reports, and consult healthcare professionals before making placement decisions.
Last updated: June 2026 | Data source: CMS Nursing Home Compare, State Health Departments, SunsetWell Analysis