123 S Catalina Ave, Redondo Beach, CA 90277
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State licensedAssisted Living
The Kensington Redondo Beach
Redondo Beach, CaliforniaState inspected Aug 10, 2026, 2 citations since 2022
About The Kensington Redondo Beach
The Kensington Redondo Beach provides compassionate assisted living for seniors who value independence with reliable support. Our California community combines personalized care with the coastal charm of Redondo Beach, helping residents maintain dignity while receiving the help they need with daily activities.
Community at a glance
Capacity
132 residents
State license
#198320032, Licensed
Location
Redondo Beach, CA
Status
Listed in a public registry
Care & services offered
Assisted Living
Contact & location
801 S Pacifica Coast Highway, Redondo Beach, California 90277
California inspection record
From the California Department of Social Services, Community Care Licensing Division, which licenses and inspects The Kensington Redondo Beach. Checked October 8, 2026. See the state's record and reports
State inspectors last visited The Kensington Redondo Beach on August 10, 2026.
Since May 2022, California's Community Care Licensing Division has made 4 routine inspections, 7 complaint visits and 1 other visit.
Inspectors issued 2 Type B citations. A Type B citation means a potential risk if not corrected.
Across 7,137 licensed communities in California, the average in the state's record is 5.9 citations and 27% have none.
The state investigated 5 complaints, and found 2 allegations substantiated.
Last visit
Aug 10, 2026
Routine inspections
4
Type A citations
0
Type B citations
2
Visits and citations
| Kind of visit | Visits | Type A | Type B |
|---|---|---|---|
| Routine inspections | 4 | 0 | 0 |
| Complaint investigations | 7 | 0 | 1 |
| Other visits | 1 | 0 | 1 |
Type A: an immediate risk to residents' health, safety or personal rights. Type B: a potential risk if not corrected. Routine inspections on Aug 10, 2026, Aug 1, 2025, Jul 27, 2024, Aug 16, 2023.
Complaints
- December 10, 20251 unsubstantiated
- December 2, 20252 unsubstantiated
- November 10, 20222 unsubstantiated
- June 26, 20221 unsubstantiated
- May 23, 20222 allegations substantiated, 1 citation
- substantiated:
- the state found it more likely than not that it happened.
- inconclusive:
- the state could not prove or disprove it.
- unsubstantiated:
- it may have happened, but there was not enough evidence.
- unfounded:
- the state found it false or not possible.
License
- License number
- 198320032
- License type
- Residential Care Elderly
- Status
- Licensed
- Licensed capacity
- 132 residents
- Licensed since
- July 11, 2019
- Licensee
- Kensington Redondo Owner LLC; Kensington Et Al
- Administrator
- May, Robert
Location
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801 S Pacifica Coast HighwayRedondo Beach, CA 90277
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Assisted Living: frequently asked questions
Has The Kensington Redondo Beach had any violations?+
California's Community Care Licensing Division has issued The Kensington Redondo Beach 0 Type A citations and 2 Type B citations since May 2022. Type A means an immediate risk to residents' health, safety or personal rights; Type B means a potential risk if not corrected.
When was The Kensington Redondo Beach last inspected?+
State inspectors last visited on August 10, 2026. Each visit's report is public on the state's facility search.
Have there been complaints about The Kensington Redondo Beach?+
The state investigated 5 complaints since May 2022. Of the allegations, 2 were substantiated, 0 inconclusive, 6 unsubstantiated and 0 unfounded.
How much does assisted living cost?+
The national median is around $6,200 per month, though it ranges from roughly $4,500 to $11,800 depending on location, apartment size, and level of care.
Does Medicare pay for assisted living?+
Medicare does not cover the room-and-board cost of assisted living. Medicaid may help in many states through waivers, and VA benefits can offset costs for eligible veterans.
What's the difference from a nursing home?+
Assisted living is for people who need help with daily tasks but are largely independent. Nursing homes (skilled nursing) provide 24-hour medical and rehabilitative care.