Millbrae, California
Magnolia Of Millbrae
Assisted Living · Independent Living
201 Chadbourne Avenue, Millbrae, CA 94030
The Magnolia of Millbrae is a rental retirement community in downtown Millbrae offering independent living with assisted living services available within each resident's own apartment.
- Licensed capacity
- 180 residents
Maximum licensed size, not current occupancy.
- Licensed since
- April 1999
License history may include previous operators.
State inspections
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No recent serious complaint findings
Complaint investigations · 3 years before our last check
- Type A citations
- 0
- Complaints with substantiated allegations
- 0
AI summary
Magnolia Of Millbrae shows a citation-free record across more than 27 years of licensed operation, with zero Type A or Type B findings and one investigated allegation that was closed as unfounded.
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- Track record — Across 27.3 years of operation, the community has accumulated no Type A (the state's most severe citation class, tied to resident safety or care) or Type B (administrative, e.g. paperwork or posting) citations, indicating a consistently clean regulatory history.
- Operating tenure — With licensure dating back to 1999, this is a long operating history, and the absence of findings over that span carries more weight than a similarly clean but short record would.
- Complaints — One complaint investigation was filed and closed as unfounded, meaning the state looked into it and found no basis for concern, which is a favorable outcome rather than an open question.
- Recent 3 years — The 8 inspections and 1 complaint investigation in the past three years produced no citations, so the recent trajectory matches the lifetime record rather than diverging from it; this consistency across routine inspections covering resident care plans and medication management is a good sign for ongoing oversight.
Source: California Department of Social Services (CDSS)
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- License number
- License #415600154
- License status
- Licensed
Full history on file
These totals cover the available license history, including older findings. Citation totals include inspections, complaint visits, and other visits.
- Inspection visits
- 4
- Complaint investigation visits
- 1
- Type A citations · most severe class
- 0
- Type B citations · administrative
- 0
- Substantiated allegations
- 0
Available reports · 9
Facility evaluation
Apr 6, 2026
Complaint investigation
Sep 23, 2025
Facility evaluation
Sep 23, 2025
Facility evaluation
Apr 11, 2025
Facility evaluation
Mar 11, 2025
1–5 of 9 reports
Monthly pricing
Total monthly costs depend on room type, select services, and the level of care needed.
Assisted LivingStarting at$7,000 / mo
- 1-Bedroom
- $7,000 / mo
- 2-Bedroom
- $9,350 / mo
Care & support
Daily Care Services
9 services
- Medication management
- Bathing & dressing assistance
- 24-hour supervision
- Activities of daily living (ADL) assistance
- Mobility assistance
- Diabetes / insulin management
- Incontinence care
- Non-ambulatory care
- Wheelchair accessible
Specialized Care
1 service
- Respite / Short-term care
Daily life & programs
Spaces & services
Amenities
22 features
- Furnished units
- Emergency call system
- Private bathroom
- Cable TV
- Kitchenette
- Air conditioning
- Wi-Fi / Internet
- Fitness center / Gym
- Spa services
- Game room / Billiards
- Movie theater / Media room
- Activity room
- Art studio / Craft room
- Library / Reading room
- Housekeeping Included
- Laundry service / Dry cleaning
- Swimming pool / Hot tub
- Guest suites
- Fireplace / Common fireplace
- Pet Friendly
- In-Unit Washer/Dryer
- Café / Bistro
Outdoor Spaces
3 features- Walking paths
- Garden / Courtyard
- Outdoor common space
Dining Options
5 features
- All-day / Flexible meal times
- Accommodates special diets
- Restaurant-style dining
- Professional chef
- Private Dining Room
Transportation
2 features- Scheduled transportation
- Personal Vehicle Parking
Family & Visitors
1 feature- Family support services
Community Services
3 features- Move-in coordination
- Concierge services
- Grocery shopping & errands
Reviews
Online reputation
4.8Average RatingAveraged from 28 reviews published on other websites
AI review summary
Families overwhelmingly praise Magnolia of Millbrae for its caring long-tenured staff, upscale atmosphere, and excellent dining, though cost and fit for higher cognitive care needs deserve a closer look.
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- Staff & care — Reviewers consistently describe staff and leadership as kind, professional, responsive, and notably low-turnover, with some employees there over a decade.
- Dining — Meals are repeatedly called a highlight, with varied, well-prepared menus and attentive dining room staff who know residents by name.
- Atmosphere & grounds — The community is often compared to a luxury hotel or cruise ship, with well-maintained, fresh, clean common areas and spacious apartments.
- Activities — Residents enjoy a robust calendar of speakers, outings, and festive celebrations that many say fosters an active, engaged social community.
- Communication — Family members mention easy access to the executive director and senior leadership, who are described as approachable and quick to respond.
- Value & pricing — Some reviews note rising fees and a high overall cost, so families should clarify current pricing and how it escalates with increased care needs.
- Daily life & dignity — The community may not be equipped for residents with significant cognitive decline since it lacks a dementia waiver, so ask about memory care options and transition plans.
- Cleanliness & maintenance — A few mentions of unreliable WiFi and occasional power outages suggest it's worth confirming current building infrastructure and maintenance responsiveness on a tour.
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