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National City, California

Southern Highland

Independent Living

2525 Highland Ave, National City, CA 91950

Southern Highland is an independent living community in National City, California.

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Care & support

Daily Care Services

2 services
  • Non-ambulatory care
  • Incontinence care

Daily life & programs

Spaces & services

Amenities

3 features
  • Pet Friendly
  • Activity room
  • Beauty salon / Barber

Outdoor Spaces

1 feature
  • Outdoor common space

Transportation

2 features
  • Scheduled transportation
  • Personal Vehicle Parking

Reviews

Online reputation

3.3

Averaged from 33 reviews published on other websites

AI review summary

Once plagued by roach infestations and neglect, Southern Highlands appears dramatically improved under new management, but families should verify these changes have fully taken hold.

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What reviewers praise
  • Staff & care — New property manager Gregory and his team are repeatedly praised as responsive, present, and genuinely invested in residents' wellbeing.
  • Cleanliness & maintenance — Recent reviews describe a major turnaround from filthy, poorly maintained conditions to swept hallways, clean trash rooms, and updated units.
  • Atmosphere & grounds — Reviewers note brighter lighting, painted common areas, new flooring, and added security presence transforming the building's overall feel.
  • Value & pricing — Free, unlimited laundry and pet-friendly studio units are highlighted as strong perks that add everyday convenience.
Worth asking about
  • Cleanliness & maintenance — Older reviews describe severe roach and bed bug infestations, so families should confirm pest control history and current inspection results.
  • Communication — Since the positive shift is tied closely to one new manager and recent ownership change, ask how improvements will be sustained if staff or management changes again.
  • Daily life & dignity — One reviewer felt the community marketed itself as being for active seniors but housed a broader population, so it's worth clarifying resident demographics and community focus during a tour.

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