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Park Terrace

21952 Buena Suerte, Rancho Santa Margarita, CA

Assisted LivingMemory CareIndependent Living

3.884 reviewsvia A Place for Mom

About the community

About Park Terrace

Nestled in the hill country around the Santa Ana Mountains, Park Terrace is a senior living community located in northern Rancho Santa Margarita, California. We are a premier community that offers a complete continuum of care, including independent living, assisted living, and memory care services. If you’ve been looking for a full-service rental retirement community that can meet your needs as they change, look no further. Consistently recognised as one of the best places to live in California, this city offers all the elements and advantages of a small city plus the quality of life only a small village can offer. We strive to bring this same sense of community into our way of life here at Park Terrace to create a welcoming setting that’s focused on meaningful connections. Community Amenities & Services Our goal is to create an environment that supports and encourages the mind-body connection through an active, engaging lifestyle. Group fitness classes, pet therapy, and happy hours are offered on a regular basis to help residents build meaningful connections within their community. Between gardening club, cooking classes, art classes, and more, residents have plenty of opportunities to engage in activities that are soothing and make space for creative expression. Residents also enjoy frequently scheduled outings through our complimentary transportation services, and we often participate in community service programs. Sharing joy and engaging in meaningful conversations is such an important part of overall wellness, and we’re happy to create opportunities where residents can do just that. All services at Park Terrace are implemented to simplify the lives of residents so they can lead a more carefree lifestyle. We provide housekeeping, laundry, personal transportation, and daily scheduled transportation services. Our culinary team prepares delicious and nutritious meals, and special dining programs are available. Each seasonal menu includes a variety of meals to accommodate varying dietary needs and preferences, and anytime items are included so you don’t have to stress over missed mealtimes. Residents can socialize over meals and enjoy restaurant-style dining in our spacious and sunny dining room, or they can enjoy a relaxing evening in, with room service. Guests are always welcome to join as well. Your comfort and well-being are our top priorities here at Park Terrace. Our dedicated, experienced staff are available 24/7 to assist residents with their nonmedical care needs. Ambulatory care, medication management, and incontinence care are among the vast services we provide. As a community that provides memory care services, our team has received extensive, specialized training. For residents in need of more focused medical care, our management team schedules routine visits with local podiatrists and other specialized healthcare professionals. Hospice is available on-site as well, should you ever need it. You and your loved ones can rest easy knowing your health and wellness lie in caring, capable hands. Living Arrangements We offer a wide variety of spacious studio, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom apartment floor plans. All units are designed to maximize accessibility and come equipped with individual climate control for maximum comfort. All independent and assisted living units include a fully equipped kitchen, private patio space, and select floor plans can opt-in for additional storage space. Memory care residents who prefer the comfort of companionship do have the option of choosing a semi-private studio as well. Whatever your lifestyle preferences may be, Park Terrace’s inviting, secure apartments make for peaceful retreats. State Licensing Information To explore the licensing information and compliance histories of senior living communities in the state of California, visit the California Community Care Facility Search directory . Related Articles 30+ Essential Documents to Have in Order for Aging Parents Helping Seniors Move: Design and Downsizing Tips for Senior Living 6 Tips for Touring Senior Communities Virtually and In-Person

Published floor plans

Studio

Assisted Living · 0 bedroom

$5,629/month

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1 Bedroom

Assisted Living · 1 bedroom

$6,299/month

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2 Bedrooms

Assisted Living · 2 bedroom

$6,850/month

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Studio

Memory Care · 0 bedroom

$5,485/month

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1 Bedroom

Memory Care · 1 bedroom

$6,000/month

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Semi-Private

Memory Care

$5,485/month

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Studio

Independent Living · 0 bedroom

$5,629/month

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1 Bedroom

Independent Living · 1 bedroom

$6,299/month

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2 Bedrooms

Independent Living · 2 bedroom

$6,850/month

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Price history by floor plan

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Studio$5,485 observed · tracking future changes
$5,485Aug 3, 2026

One source-published starting price observed so far. No price change has been observed yet.

Family and resident feedback

3.8 out of 5 from 84 reviews

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★★★★

Positive

Our Family's Experience

We like the concept of memory care cottages with common garden area. Residents have their apartment and can freely walk outside cottage around the grounds without feeling locked in

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Meals & Dining
4.0 / 5
JoannaOctober 29, 2024

★★★★

Positive

Review for Park Terrace

Very friendly and helpful staff. Nice grounds and atmosphere. Too much emphasis on happy hours and parties. Restaurant staffing is a problem and dinner service is very slow.

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3.0 / 5
AnonymousOctober 24, 2024

★★★★★

Critical

Needs improvement

They are challenged to keep servers in the restaurant. The service is slow and inconsistent. My parents have to wait an hour to eat sometimes after they are seated. It is unacceptable and I have expressed my concern with the management team.

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AnonymousMay 2, 2023

★★★★★

Positive

This was a nice community. It was more expensive than we wanted.

AdamFebruary 23, 2023

★★★★

Critical

Profit over people

Avoid KISCO and Park Terrace at all costs! The director, (who is still there) raised my mother's care level price and moved her up to the next care level EVEN THOUGH HER CARE NEEDS DID NOT CHANGE. He rudely and stubbornly would not bend. I filed a complaint with the County and they asked my permission to escalate the complaint to the State Office in Sacramento. I said yes. Both of my complaints were SUSTAINED. I moved Mom somewhere else. The Orange County attorney for Senior Social Services called me and thanked me

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Anonymous AJanuary 31, 2023

★★★★★

Positive

Perfectly Park Terrace

Park Terrace immediately impressed me (as well as my sister) not only because of the extremely friendly staff, but because of the arrangement and amenities available for the memory care residents. The park-like outdoor community area is AMAZING. The community is pet friendly, which has been a priority for our family and mom. Her dog is such a therapy dog, now not only for my mom, but other pet-loving residents. I was particularly impressed by not only the initial conversation with the director who listened to what

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Penny RDecember 21, 2022

Verified overview

What we know from public sources

Care options
Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
Public price status
Published starting price available
Last source check
August 3, 2026

Source-published features

Amenities and services

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Meals & dining

  • Café or Bistro
  • Restaurant Style Dining
  • Professional Chef
  • Meals Provided
  • Room Service
  • Special Dining Programs
  • Guest Meals
  • Anytime Dining
  • International Cuisine

Health & wellness

  • Incontinence Care
  • Diabetic Care
  • Memory Care
  • Staffing & Ancillary Services
  • Non-Ambulatory Care
  • Medication Management

Services & convenience

  • Resident Parking Available
  • Property Convenient to Public Transit
  • Complimentary Transportation
  • Uncovered Parking
  • Transportation at Cost
  • Pet Care Available
  • Dogs Allowed
  • Weight Limit (lbs)
  • Cats Allowed
  • Laundry Service / Drycleaning
  • Housekeeping
  • Beautician
  • Italian
  • Filipino
  • Japanese
  • Spanish
  • English
  • Arabic
  • German

Activities & engagement

  • Community Service Programs
  • Sensory-based Programs
  • Live Well Programs
  • Trivia Games
  • Live Musical Performances
  • Water Aerobics
  • Tai Chi
  • Brain fitness / Dakim
  • Gardening Club
  • Pet-focused Programs
  • Cooking Classes
  • Wii Bowling
  • Happy Hour
  • Wine Tasting
  • Catholic Services
  • Activities On-site
  • Stretching Classes
  • BBQs or Picnics
  • Birthday Parties
  • Educational Speakers / Life Long Learning
  • Live Dance or Theater Performances
  • Art Classes
  • Day Trips and Outings
  • Devotional Activities On-Site
  • Karaoke
  • Yoga / Chair Yoga
  • Devotional Activities Offsite
  • Holiday Parties
  • Other Religious Services
  • Visiting Chaplain or Priest
  • Activities Off-site
  • Intergenerational Programs

Outdoor spaces

  • Library
  • Outside Patio
  • Beauty Salon
  • Butterfly garden / Hummingbird garden
  • Main Street Shops
  • Central Fireplace
  • Meeting Room
  • Indoor Common Areas
  • Outdoor Common Areas
  • TV Lounge
  • Game Room
  • Piano or Organ
  • Swimming Pool
  • Fitness Center
  • Billiards Lounge
  • Arts and Crafts Center
  • Raised Garden Beds

Apartment & room features

  • Air Conditioned
  • Handicap Accessible
  • Wi-Fi/high-speed internet
  • Cable or Satellite TV
  • Kitchenette
  • Ground Floor Units

Official oversight

Inspection and quality records

Inspection coverage has not yet been completed for this community. “Not covered” is not the same as “no violations found.”

Coverage last checked August 3, 2026.

Questions to confirm with the community

Additional care fees
Not publicly disclosed
Move-in fee
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