Tamalpais
About Tamalpais
Tamalpais is a licensed residential care facility for the elderly in Greenbrae, Marin County, California, offering independent living, assisted living. Licensed for 341 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: July 6, 2026 · 9 citations in about five years
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Medi-Cal & Medicare
The Medi-Cal Assisted Living Waiver isn't offered in Marin 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 Tamalpais's full inspection and complaint reports on the state's site · How to read a California inspection record
The facts
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Tamalpais cost & FAQ
How much does Tamalpais cost?
Tamalpais's all-in monthly cost is estimated at about $6,700: base rent of about $5,600 plus a typical independent living add-on of about $1,100. Expect a one-time community fee of around $3,000. This is an estimate based on Greenbrae-area prices for this care level; Tamalpais hasn't verified it yet, so confirm the current rate when you tour.
What does the monthly price at Tamalpais 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 Tamalpais for an assessment-based quote.
What type of care does Tamalpais provide?
Tamalpais is listed for independent living, assisted living. It holds California state license #210102761 and is licensed for up to 341 residents.
Does Tamalpais accept Medi-Cal?
The Medi-Cal Assisted Living Waiver isn't available in Marin 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 Tamalpais 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 Tamalpais 30 times, most recently on July 6, 2026. It received 6 Type A citations (the most serious kind) and 3 Type B citations. The state investigated 6 complaints: 1 allegation was substantiated, 9 not proven and 1 unfounded. Read the full reports on the state's Care Facility Search before you decide.
How do I tour Tamalpais?
Pick a time in the tour booker on this page and your request goes to Tamalpais only. Chapter never sells your information, and you won't get calls from referral agents. You can also call the community directly at (415) 461-2300.
Compare prices nearby: senior living costs in Greenbrae · 2026 California cost report