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Watermark Laguna Niguel

27762 Forbes Road, Laguna Niguel, CA

Assisted LivingMemory CareIndependent Living

4.57 reviewsvia A Place for Mom

About the community

About Watermark Laguna Niguel

WATERMARK LAGUNA NIGUEL A premier destination for Assisted Living and Memory Care is NOW OPEN in Laguna Niguel. Inspired by the laid-back Southern California lifestyle, Watermark Laguna Niguel is a modern Assisted Living and Memory Care community that invites older adults to embrace resort-style living paired with customized care. Located among quaint coffee shops and local stores, it brings a new lifestyle for seniors to a city you already love. Set in an enviable location, our community graciously balances upscale living with the small-town vibe that’s a hallmark of life in Laguna Niguel. Watermark Laguna Niguel brings together intentional design that captures the SoCal spirit and innovative programs in an intimate community where nurturing care meets inspired living. With 78 Assisted Living residences and 32 Memory Care residences, this community is ideally suited to meet the unique wants and needs of any individual. We’re focused on inspiring joy and purpose in our residents every day with refined residences for Assisted Living and Memory Care, signature dining, thoughtful care, enriching programs, curated wellness offerings, and a wealth of amenities including concierge services. For all residents, we seek to enhance health and well-being through expert care and support services for sleep, exercise, nutrition, and other aspects of life. Watermark Laguna Niguel makes it easy to grow and thrive with engaging programs like our award-winning Watermark University, excursions through Extraordinary Outings, and inviting courtyards and common areas that encourage connection. More than just an inviting and comfortable place to call home, Watermark Laguna Niguel is also a setting in which residents have easy access to the things that make life worth living.

Published floor plans

Studio

Assisted Living · 0 bedroom

$4,795/month

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1 Bedroom

Assisted Living · 1 bedroom

$7,570/month

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Studio

Memory Care · 0 bedroom

$8,995/month

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Semi-Private

Memory Care

$6,295/month

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Tracked published prices

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Studio$4,795 observed · tracking future changes
$4,795Aug 3, 2026

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

Family and resident feedback

4.5 out of 5 from 7 reviews

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★★★★

Positive

Watermark Laguna Niguel

I gave low ratings in administration and quality of care because, although the facility is very beautiful and clean, it was significantly understaffed and experienced a high turnover in leadership. During the little over a year that my mom lived there, there were three different directors. When she moved out, they were already searching for a fourth, as the third director was leaving at the same time we were. The front reception desk should be staffed 24/7, but it was only covered during regular working hours. Bec

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AnonymousFebruary 17, 2026

★★★★★

Positive

I had a very nice tour/visit with [name removed] at Watermark Laguna Niguel I appreciated the care and attention provided for the residents The apartments/studios are light, bright and cheerful Watermark is definitely on my list to consider for my loved one

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SusanJanuary 12, 2026

★★★★★

Positive

This is the best senior living home!

The staff here are incredibly loving, caring and attentive. I highly recommend “A Place for mom” for anyone who is looking for loving and nurturing environment. Thank you everyone for all that you have done.

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Bemarie CSeptember 13, 2025

★★★★

Positive

Best we found

I recommend Watermark! Facility is very new, maybe a year & a half to 2 yrs old. Very luxurious decor. Caregivers r courteous & attentive & caring towards the residents. Between lunch & dinner 1 caregiver does educational stuff w/the residents, and exercise so the residents r engaged & not bored. Very good food! I've had my mom in 2 other memory care facilities. Compared to the other 2 this one is the best

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Joanna RMay 27, 2025

★★★★★

Positive

Improvements are constantly being made for enjoyment and service.

There are some communication problems for families when trying to find information or contacting directly with staff. Food needs to be changed more often. I hear from others that the food is repetitive. But the new executive director is very responsive and trying to change these items. New staff has been hired too, as another activities person has introduced new ideas. They are also filling the facility with more new residents so socializing could improve.

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AnonymousMarch 31, 2025

★★★★★

Positive

A great start to a new lifestyle for my mom!

My mother has been there for 3 months now and is very much enjoying it. Not everything is perfect of course since they are still not at capacity and in the middle of signing on new clients for the first time and hiring more staff as more clients sign on, but overall they are doing a wonderful job of taking care of my mom in the assisted living division. The facility is brand new and has a beautiful elegant aesthetic with tasteful whimsical décor on the walls and a pleasant scent in the air. She especially enjoys th

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Judy WAugust 1, 2024

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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

  • Restaurant Style Dining
  • Professional Chef
  • Guest Meals
  • Special Dining Programs
  • Meals Provided
  • International Cuisine
  • Low / No Sodium
  • Café or Bistro

Health & wellness

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

Services & convenience

  • Covered Parking
  • Resident Parking Available
  • Transportation at Cost
  • Cats Allowed
  • Pet Care Available
  • Dogs Allowed
  • Laundry Service / Drycleaning
  • Housekeeping
  • Grocery Shopping and Errands
  • English

Activities & engagement

  • Educational Speakers / Life Long Learning
  • Day Trips and Outings
  • Art Classes
  • Pet-focused Programs
  • Holiday Parties
  • Dances
  • Happy Hour
  • Intergenerational Programs
  • Activities Off-site
  • Activities On-site
  • Live Well Programs
  • Community Service Organizations
  • Community Service Programs
  • BBQs or Picnics
  • Birthday Parties
  • Brain fitness / Dakim
  • Men's Club

Outdoor spaces

  • Beauty Salon
  • Indoor Common Areas
  • Meeting Room
  • TV Lounge
  • Outdoor Common Areas
  • Computer or Media Center
  • Barber Shop
  • Library
  • Outside Patio
  • Arts and Crafts Center
  • Movie or Theater Room
  • Raised Garden Beds
  • Game Room
  • Fitness Center
  • Billiards Lounge

Apartment & room features

  • Respite or Short Term Stays Offered
  • Kitchenette
  • Air Conditioned
  • Cable or Satellite TV

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
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Move-in fee
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