A Purpose-Driven Residential Community for Seniors in Rockridge

ABOUT

Rockridge is known for its walkable streets, local businesses, and strong sense of community. Many residents have spent decades here, building daily routines and relationships rooted in the neighborhood.

As longtime residents grow older, maintaining that connection can become more difficult, often forcing a choice between leaving the neighborhood or finding a residential setting that makes daily life easier, safer, and more comfortable.

The proposed senior living community at 6230 Claremont Avenue is intended to respond to this challenge—offering thoughtfully designed private residences, personalized services, and continued connection to College Avenue, Berkeley, and Oakland, within a professionally managed setting grounded in long-term stewardship.

Designed to support aging in place, the community allows older adults to remain connected to the neighborhood they know while benefiting from a supportive residential environment and amenities as their needs evolve.

This is not short-term housing or a transient use, but an enduring residential community intended to serve seniors—and the surrounding neighborhood—for decades.

PROJECT OVERVIEW

Location
6230 Claremont Avenue, Oakland, CA 94618

Number of Units
203 licensed senior living units (RCFE)

Unit Types
159 Independent Living Units:
(701 square feet average unit size)

20 Studios
83 One-Bedroom
56 Two-Bedroom
20 Assisted Living Units
24 Memory Care Units

Amenities

Independent living units with full kitchens and washer/dryers
Units designed to allow for aging in place with memory care and assisted living services
On-site dining and amenities including a café/bistro and bar
Wellness center with fitness, yoga and pilates
Landscaped private courtyards and a skylounge with an outdoor terrace
Underground parking and a dedicated sedan with full time driver for group activities and outings

Project Timeline

01

Initial Application

July 2025

03

Entitlement Application Submission & Review

December 2025 – Now

02

Community Meetings & Engagement

September 2025 – Now

04

Planning Review &
Project Entitlements

Now - Q3 2026

Neighborhood Profile
& Project Contributions

6230 Claremont is ideally located near neighborhood favorites like Safeway and the shops, cafés, and services along College Avenue. With nearby BART station and public transit options, residents can easily access greater Oakland, Berkeley, and San Francisco—whether visiting family, attending appointments, or enjoying the region.

The project adds value to the neighborhood by:

Offering thoughtfully designed residences for seniors in a walkable, amenity-rich setting
Supporting aging in place with easy access to shopping, transit, and everyday services
Encouraging an active, connected lifestyle through nearby transit and neighborhood destinations
Creating local jobs through on-site services and community operations
 

Design Philosophy

The building is designed with a timeless architectural character informed by the surrounding context, drawing from the materials, proportions, and architectural fabric of Rockridge and Berkeley. Its residential expression emphasizes warmth, calm, and comfort—supporting daily life, natural connection, and long-term senior living.

RESIDENCES

Each residence is designed to support independence today and aging over time:

Full kitchens and in-unit laundry.
Universal design features to support mobility and safety.
Seamless access to assisted living and memory care services as needs evolve.
Spacious, open, and flexible layouts that prioritize natural light, open views, privacy, and everyday comfort.

TRANSPORTATION & MOBILITY

Underground parking for residents and staff use, with on-site visitor parking to minimize street parking impact on neighboring residents.
A community sedan with full-time driver for residents scheduled outings and appointments.
Walkable access to College Avenue shops, cafés, and services.
Proximity to BART and public transit connecting residents and staff to Berkeley, Oakland, and San Francisco.

Community Benefits & Long-Term Stewardship

The goal is not simply to build housing, but to create a place that feels intentional, human, and lasting—one that contributes positively to the neighborhood and serves generations of residents with care.

Guided by a long-term vision rooted in care, quality, and long-term responsibility, the community provides meaningful and lasting benefits, including:

Aging in Place: Allowing older adults to remain close to family, friends, and familiar neighborhoods as their needs evolve, reducing displacement and disruption.
Housing Mobility: Providing quality housing options for older community members frees up housing for young families, contributing to long-term community vibrancy and sustainability
Neighborhood Vitality: Supporting nearby shops, cafés, and services along College Avenue through daily, walkable activity.
Meaningful Local Employment: Creating stable, long-term jobs in senior services, wellness, hospitality, and operations.
Transit-Oriented Living: Encouraging reduced car reliance through proximity to BART, public transit, walkability, and on-site transportation services.
Long-Term Stewardship: Providing a carefully maintained, professionally managed residential community designed to earn trust over time and become a well-regarded part of Rockridge.
Neighborhood Accountability: On-site leadership and a dedicated neighborhood contact to address questions during construction and ongoing operations.