Primrose
About Primrose
Primrose is a licensed residential care facility for the elderly in Santa Maria, Santa Barbara County, California, offering assisted living. Licensed for 14 residents. The monthly price shown is a Chapter estimate for this area and care level — the community can claim this listing and publish its verified pricing.
Last state inspection visit: January 26, 2026 · 3 citations in about five years
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Medi-Cal & Medicare
The Medi-Cal Assisted Living Waiver isn't offered in Santa Barbara County, and Medicare does not pay for assisted living.
State inspection record
For comparison, 28% of larger communities (7+ beds) in California have no Type A citations, and the typical one has 2 Type A citations and 3 Type B citations. Larger homes get visited and cited more often, so compare like with like, and read what each citation was for.
What these terms mean
- Type A citations are the most serious: a violation that poses an immediate or substantial risk to residents' health, safety or personal rights.
- Type B citations are less serious violations that could become a risk to residents if they aren't corrected.
- Substantiated: The state found the allegation was true.
- Not proven (inconclusive or unsubstantiated): There wasn't enough evidence to prove or disprove the allegation.
- Unfounded: The state found the allegation was false or couldn't have happened.
Read Primrose's full inspection and complaint reports on the state's site · How to read a California inspection record
The facts
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Primrose cost & FAQ
How much does Primrose cost?
Primrose's all-in monthly cost is estimated at about $7,100: base rent of about $5,900 plus a typical assisted living add-on of about $1,200. Expect a one-time community fee of around $3,000. This is an estimate based on Santa Maria-area prices for this care level; Primrose hasn't verified it yet, so confirm the current rate when you tour.
What does the monthly price at Primrose include?
The all-in figure combines base rent (room, meals and basic services) with the typical care add-on for average needs. Care costs rise with the level of help a resident needs, so ask Primrose for an assessment-based quote.
What type of care does Primrose provide?
Primrose is listed for assisted living. It holds California state license #425801723 and is licensed for up to 14 residents.
Does Primrose accept Medi-Cal?
The Medi-Cal Assisted Living Waiver isn't available in Santa Barbara County, and Medicare does not pay for assisted living, so most residents here pay privately, sometimes with long-term care insurance or VA benefits.
Has Primrose had any state citations or complaints?
In about the last five years of California Community Care Licensing records (as of October 27, 2026), the state visited Primrose 9 times, most recently on January 26, 2026. It received 2 Type A citations (the most serious kind) and 1 Type B citation. The state investigated 4 complaints: 3 allegations were substantiated, 2 not proven and 0 unfounded. Read the full reports on the state's Care Facility Search before you decide.
How do I tour Primrose?
Pick a time in the tour booker on this page and your request goes to Primrose only. Chapter never sells your information, and you won't get calls from referral agents. You can also call the community directly at (805) 310-6996.
Compare prices nearby: senior living costs in Santa Maria · 2026 California cost report