Assisted living communities in Scottsdale range from smaller residential care homes to large resort-style campuses offering multiple levels of care. The Scottsdale area costs a median of $6,000/month according to the CareScout 2025 Cost of Care Survey — Scottsdale falls within the Phoenix area regional dataset, which reflects a median of $6,000/month and sits equal to the national median of $6,200/month.
Scottsdale offers one of the most concentrated and competitive senior living markets in Arizona, shaped by the city’s affluent demographics, strong healthcare infrastructure anchored by the Mayo Clinic and HonorHealth Scottsdale, and year-round resort lifestyle. Communities range from established mid-range options in South and Central Scottsdale to luxury resort-style campuses in North Scottsdale near the McDowell Mountains and Pinnacle Peak. Pricing, services, and amenities vary considerably depending on neighborhood, community size, and level of care required.
For families comparing options across the state, see our full breakdown of assisted living costs in Arizona for a detailed statewide analysis including regional pricing differences and long-term planning considerations.
This guide covers costs, top communities, and what families should consider when comparing assisted living options in the Scottsdale area.
Scottsdale Assisted Living Costs (2026)
Assisted living in the Scottsdale area costs a median of $6,000/month (about $72,000 annually), according to the CareScout 2025 Cost of Care Survey. Scottsdale is included within the Phoenix area regional dataset — the closest region for which CareScout publishes Cost of Care data — based on data collected July through November 2025. This sits equal to the national median of $6,200/month and above the Arizona statewide median of $5,600/month.
Families should note that Scottsdale’s actual community pricing often runs above the regional median, particularly in North Scottsdale, where resort-style communities with luxury amenity packages can price significantly higher than $6,000/month.
| Period | Estimated Cost |
|---|---|
| 1 Year | $72,000 |
| 3 Years | $216,000 |
| 5 Years | $360,000 |
These projections do not account for annual rate increases, which typically range between 3% and 7%.
For a deeper breakdown of regional pricing trends, cost drivers, and financial planning strategies, visit our full guide to assisted living costs in Arizona.
For a broader perspective on pricing across the country, see our guide to the national average cost of assisted living, which outlines typical monthly costs, regional differences, and long-term financial considerations.
How Scottsdale Compares to Nearby Areas
Scottsdale’s regional median of $6,000/month reflects the Phoenix area dataset, but Scottsdale’s actual market pricing — particularly in North Scottsdale — tends to run above this figure due to the concentration of luxury and resort-style communities in the area. Among major Arizona markets, Scottsdale is generally regarded as a premium senior living destination, with a wider range of high-end options than Phoenix proper, Mesa, or Chandler.
Families may also consider assisted living options in nearby areas:
- Phoenix — immediately west with a broad assisted living market spanning all price points, including several nationally recognized communities at or below the regional median.
- Mesa — East Valley city with a wide selection of assisted living communities and generally more competitive pricing than Scottsdale.
- Chandler — South Valley community with newer senior living inventory and several award-recognized providers at more accessible price points.
- Tempe — centrally located between Scottsdale and Phoenix with access to major healthcare providers and a range of community types.
Families looking for top-rated providers across the state may also want to review our guide to the best assisted living communities in Arizona, which highlights high-performing communities based on care quality, amenities, and reputation across multiple cities.
Top Scottsdale Assisted Living Communities
The communities below represent a selection of well-regarded assisted living providers located throughout the Scottsdale area.
Sunrise of Scottsdale
📍 Location: Scottsdale, AZ (Central Scottsdale)
💲 Estimated Monthly Cost: $5,800 – $7,500
Highlights
- Assisted living and memory care
- U.S. News Best Senior Living 2026 — Best Assisted Living and Best Memory Care
- 98 resident and family surveys analyzed in the rating
- WELL Health-Safety Rating and WELL Equity Rating
- Located at 7370 E Gold Dust Ave in a quiet residential neighborhood near Scottsdale Healthcare Shea Medical Center
Why Families Choose This Community
Sunrise of Scottsdale offers assisted living and memory care in a spacious, light-filled community in Central Scottsdale. The community holds U.S. News Best Senior Living recognition for both assisted living and memory care in 2026, with 98 resident and family surveys analyzed in the rating — one of the strongest dual recognitions in the Scottsdale market. Sunrise of Scottsdale has also earned the WELL Health-Safety Rating and WELL Equity Rating, reflecting the community’s commitment to inclusive and safe environments for both residents and staff. Families consistently highlight the attentive and knowledgeable care team, the well-maintained common areas and gardens, and the community’s personalized programming. The Gold Dust Avenue location provides easy access to Scottsdale Healthcare Shea Medical Center and major North Scottsdale amenities.
The Gardens of Scottsdale
📍 Location: Scottsdale, AZ (South Scottsdale)
💲 Estimated Monthly Cost: $4,500 – $6,500
Highlights
- Assisted living and memory care
- U.S. News Best Senior Living 2026 — Best Assisted Living and Best Memory Care
- High Performing Nationwide for Feels Like Home and Activities and Enrichment
- Operated by Stellar Senior Living, recognized for person-centered care
- Located at 6001 E Thomas Rd in South Scottsdale near major healthcare providers
Why Families Choose This Community
The Gardens of Scottsdale offers assisted living and memory care in South Scottsdale, operated by Stellar Senior Living. The community holds U.S. News Best Senior Living recognition for both assisted living and memory care in 2026, and was additionally designated High Performing Nationwide for Feels Like Home and Activities and Enrichment — recognitions that reflect high resident satisfaction across multiple dimensions of daily life. Families consistently praise the warm, home-like atmosphere, the tenured and caring staff, and the community’s focus on higher-acuity care paired with meaningful programming. The Thomas Road location offers convenient access to South Scottsdale healthcare providers and places The Gardens among the more accessible price points in the Scottsdale market.
Atria Park of Sierra Pointe
📍 Location: Scottsdale, AZ (North Scottsdale)
💲 Estimated Monthly Cost: $5,500 – $7,800
Highlights
- Assisted living and independent living
- Resort-style community with McDowell Mountain views
- Consistently recommended by Seniorly local advisors as a top Scottsdale option
- All-inclusive amenities including pool, fitness, and multiple dining options
- Located at 14500 N Frank Lloyd Wright Blvd in North Scottsdale, 20 miles east of Phoenix
Why Families Choose This Community
Atria Park of Sierra Pointe offers assisted living and independent living in a resort-style setting in North Scottsdale, consistently recognized by senior living advisors as one of the top communities in the Scottsdale market. The community features panoramic McDowell Mountain views, a heated pool, fitness center, and multiple dining venues, with personalized care plans and a care team described by families as consistently friendly, welcoming, and attentive. Atria’s all-inclusive model makes budgeting more predictable for families, and the Frank Lloyd Wright Boulevard location in North Scottsdale provides easy access to the Mayo Clinic, HonorHealth Scottsdale Thompson Peak, and the broader North Scottsdale amenity corridor.
Maravilla Scottsdale
📍 Location: Scottsdale, AZ (North Scottsdale)
💲 Estimated Monthly Cost: $6,000 – $8,500
Highlights
- Assisted living, independent living, and memory care
- Seniorly Best of Senior Living 2025 — No. 10 nationally
- Operated by SRG Senior Living
- Luxury resort-style setting with upscale dining and extensive wellness programming
- Located at 7325 E Princess Blvd in North Scottsdale near major healthcare providers
Why Families Choose This Community
Maravilla Scottsdale offers assisted living, independent living, and memory care in a luxury resort-style setting in North Scottsdale, operated by SRG Senior Living. The community earned national recognition in Seniorly’s Best of Senior Living 2025 awards, ranking No. 10 in the country — a distinction based on sentiment analysis of reviews across cleanliness, dining, staff, value, care services, and overall resident satisfaction. Families consistently highlight the upscale environment, the quality of the chef-prepared dining program, the breadth of social and wellness activities, and the ease of maintaining an independent lifestyle with care support available when needed. Maravilla’s Princess Boulevard location in North Scottsdale places residents close to top-tier healthcare and the best of Scottsdale’s shopping, dining, and outdoor amenities.
Andara by Cogir
📍 Location: Scottsdale, AZ (North Scottsdale)
💲 Estimated Monthly Cost: $5,500 – $7,500
Highlights
- Assisted living, independent living, and memory care
- Seniorly Community Score of 9.9 out of 10, based on 100 reviews across multiple platforms
- Resort-style amenities including heated pool, spa, bocce ball, putting green, and bistro pub
- Revere Memory Care approach using relationship-based methods
- Located at 11415 N 114th St on the outskirts of the Tonto National Forest in North Scottsdale
Why Families Choose This Community
Andara by Cogir offers assisted living, independent living, and memory care in a resort-style community at the edge of the Tonto National Forest in North Scottsdale, operated by Cogir Senior Living. The community holds a Seniorly Community Score of 9.9 out of 10, based on 100 reviews across multiple platforms — one of the highest scores in the Scottsdale market. Families consistently highlight the stunning desert setting, the breadth of amenities including a heated pool and spa, bocce ball court, putting green, bistro pub and outdoor fire pit, and the attentive and engaged activity programming. Andara’s Revere Memory Care approach uses relationship-based methods to support residents with Alzheimer’s and dementia, with personalized care plans and dedicated programming designed to foster connection and meaningful daily experiences.
Gardens Care Senior Living Scottsdale
📍 Location: Scottsdale, AZ (North Scottsdale)
💲 Estimated Monthly Cost: $4,200 – $6,000
Highlights
- Assisted living, independent living, and memory care
- U.S. News Best Senior Living 2026 — Best Assisted Living and Best Memory Care
- High Performing Nationwide for Feels Like Home and Activities and Enrichment
- Long-established campus founded in 1999 with tenured, compassionate staff
- Located at 9185 E Desert Cove Ave in North Scottsdale with desert mountain views
Why Families Choose This Community
Gardens Care Senior Living Scottsdale offers assisted living, independent living, and memory care on a well-established campus in North Scottsdale, founded in 1999 and operated by Gardens Care Senior Living. The community holds U.S. News Best Senior Living recognition for both assisted living and memory care in 2026, and was additionally designated High Performing Nationwide for Feels Like Home and Activities and Enrichment. Families consistently praise the warm, home-like atmosphere, the long-tenured and compassionate staff, and the community’s genuine commitment to individualized care. The Desert Cove Avenue campus features desert mountain views, a garden patio, chef-prepared meals with special diet accommodations, and an activities calendar designed to foster social connection and resident engagement. Gardens Care represents one of the strongest value options among U.S. News-recognized communities in the Scottsdale market.
Editorial Disclaimer
Communities listed in this guide were selected based on publicly available information and are presented for informational purposes only. Inclusion does not constitute a formal endorsement. Families should visit communities in person, review licensing information with AZ Care Check, and speak directly with staff when evaluating assisted living options.
How to Choose a Scottsdale Assisted Living Community
Selecting an assisted living community requires evaluating several important factors that go beyond cost alone.
Care needs. Different communities offer different levels of care. Families should ensure the facility can support both current and anticipated future care requirements — and confirm what happens if needs change significantly after move-in.
Cost structure. Some communities offer all-inclusive monthly pricing while others charge separately for care services, medication management, and personal assistance. In Scottsdale’s premium market, the gap between base rent and total monthly cost can be significant. Families should request a written breakdown of all fees before signing any agreements.
Location within Scottsdale. The city spans a large geographic area, from South Scottsdale near Thomas Road to far North Scottsdale near Pinnacle Peak. Proximity to family members, hospitals, and familiar neighborhoods matters significantly across a market this spread out.
Luxury vs. value. Scottsdale has a higher concentration of luxury communities than most Arizona markets. Families should evaluate whether premium amenities align with their loved one’s care priorities and budget, or whether a well-regarded mid-range community better fits their needs.
Contract terms. Families should carefully review contracts, fee structures, move-in requirements, and policies related to care level changes or transitions to higher levels of care.
Visit in person. Whenever possible, families should tour communities and observe staff interactions, cleanliness and safety practices, dining quality, activity programming, and overall resident engagement. Visiting at mealtime can be especially informative.
Arizona families can also look up a community’s license status and inspection history using AZ Care Check, the state’s public database of assisted living licensing and inspection records.
Nearby Cities to Consider
Families searching for assisted living near Scottsdale may also want to explore communities in nearby areas:
- Phoenix — immediately west with a broad assisted living market and several nationally recognized communities at a range of price points.
- Mesa — East Valley city with competitive pricing and a wide range of assisted living options.
- Chandler — South Valley community with newer senior living inventory and several award-recognized providers.
- Tempe — centrally located with access to major healthcare providers and a range of community types.
- Fountain Hills — smaller community just east of Scottsdale with several well-regarded senior living options in a quieter setting.
Families comparing options beyond Scottsdale should also review our guide to the best assisted living communities in Arizona.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average cost of assisted living in Scottsdale?
Assisted living in the Scottsdale area costs a median of $6,000 per month, or about $72,000 annually, according to the CareScout 2025 Cost of Care Survey. Scottsdale falls within the Phoenix area regional dataset. Families should note that actual community pricing in Scottsdale — particularly in North Scottsdale — often runs above this regional median due to the concentration of luxury and resort-style communities in the market.
How many assisted living communities are in Scottsdale?
The Scottsdale area is home to more than 150 profiled assisted living communities, ranging from small residential care homes to large resort-style campuses. Scottsdale has one of the highest concentrations of luxury senior living options in Arizona, reflecting the city’s demographics and year-round resort lifestyle.
How do I compare assisted living communities in Scottsdale?
Families should evaluate communities based on care services offered, resident and family reviews, staffing levels and ratios, amenities, pricing transparency, and proximity to hospitals and family members. In Scottsdale’s premium market, it is especially important to request a full written breakdown of all monthly fees — including care add-ons — before making a final decision. Visiting in person at different times of day is strongly recommended. Arizona families can also review licensing and inspection records through AZ Care Check at the Arizona Department of Health Services.
Are assisted living costs in Scottsdale negotiable?
Some communities may offer move-in incentives, reduced community fees, or promotional pricing depending on occupancy levels and availability. Families should ask directly about current promotions and confirm all fee structures in writing before signing any agreements.
How does Scottsdale compare to Phoenix for assisted living costs?
The regional median for both Scottsdale and Phoenix is $6,000/month based on the Phoenix area CareScout dataset. However, Scottsdale’s actual market pricing — particularly in North Scottsdale — tends to run higher than Phoenix proper, reflecting the area’s concentration of luxury communities. Families with more budget-sensitive needs may find comparable care quality at lower price points in Phoenix neighborhoods like Arcadia, Ahwatukee, or North Central Phoenix.
Does Medicaid cover assisted living in Scottsdale?
Arizona Medicaid may provide limited assistance through the Arizona Long-Term Care System (ALTCS), administered by the Arizona Health Care Cost Containment System (AHCCCS). Coverage is service-based and does not typically include full room and board costs. Eligibility depends on income, assets, functional care needs, and program availability. Families should confirm current program details directly with AHCCCS or consult a qualified elder law advisor familiar with Arizona Medicaid rules.
Last reviewed: June 2026.