Best Assisted Living in Clearwater, FL (2026)

There is no single "best" assisted living in Clearwater — only the best fit for your parent's needs and budget. Below we rank the licensed Clearwater providers by capacity and standing so you can shortlist quickly.

Below: a ranked shortlist, our ranking criteria, 2026 Clearwater costs, and local context. Talk to a free advisor for current openings.

Top assisted living options in Clearwater

Ranked by licensed capacity from current Florida AHCA records. Confirm any license at quality.healthfinder.fl.gov before you commit.

1. Grand Villa Of Clearwater — a 220-bed licensed community in Clearwater (AHCA #6670).
2. Oaks Of Clearwater, The — a 175-bed residence in Clearwater (AHCA #4818).
3. The Grove At Countryside — a 131-bed residence in Clearwater (AHCA #13954).
4. Pruittplace- Clearwater, LLC — a 130-bed community in Clearwater (AHCA #10143).
5. Colliers At Clearwater — a 119-bed licensed community in Clearwater (AHCA #9227).
6. Wickshire Countryside — a 119-bed community in Clearwater (AHCA #9748).
7. Aravilla Clearwater — a 100-bed licensed community in Clearwater (AHCA #13583).
8. Elevate Senior Living At Clearwater — an established 100-bed provider in Clearwater (AHCA #13876).
9. Cottages At Belleair — an established 98-bed provider in Clearwater (AHCA #9666).
10. The Preserve At Dunedin — a 93-bed community in Clearwater (AHCA #12158).

How we rank

1. Current AHCA licensure with no open disciplinary action
2. Bed capacity and the level of care the license supports
3. Reputation with current resident families
4. Willingness to disclose all-in monthly cost up front
5. Firsthand walkthrough notes

What assisted living costs in Clearwater (2026)

Clearwater pricing runs $3,700–$5,850/month, above the metro average for Tampa Bay — a reflection of local real-estate and the mix of small residential homes versus larger communities.

• Assisted living (standard): $3,700–$5,850/month
• Memory care: $5,100–$7,400/month
• In-home care: $28–$40/hour

To trim cost in Clearwater, families commonly choose a companion (shared) suite, favor a small residential home over a big campus, pay only for the care level actually needed, and tap VA Aid & Attendance or the Florida SMMC Medicaid waiver where eligible.

Senior care in Clearwater, Pinellas County

Clearwater draws snowbirds and year-round retirees to its Gulf beaches and the Countryside area, sustaining one of the highest per-capita concentrations of senior communities in Pinellas. Anchored by Morton Plant Hospital, Clearwater pairs beach-town living with a mature network of assisted-living, memory-care, and rehab providers in Countryside and along US-19.

Nearby hospitals: Morton Plant Hospital (BayCare), Clearwater (BayCare urgent/specialty). Proximity to a hospital matters for rehab discharges, dementia emergencies, and ongoing specialist visits — families in Clearwater often shortlist communities a short drive from these.

Areas families ask about: Countryside, Sand Key, Island Estates, Downtown Clearwater, Clearwater Beach.

Best for your situation

The right assisted living pick in Clearwater depends on care level, budget, and how close you need to be to Morton Plant Hospital (BayCare). A free local advisor can narrow this list to two or three genuine fits — get matched.