1 / 6Quick Facts
- Rental terms
- Month-to-month rental, no buy-in fee
- Dining flexibility
- Residents set their own meal times
What Families Think
Novelle has a perfect 5-star Google rating, though only from a small number of reviews (13), and no detailed reviewer comments are available to describe day-to-day experience. The community description emphasizes flexible, restaurant-style dining and rental terms without a large buy-in fee.
The Good
- Flexible dining schedule, residents choose meal times
- Month-to-month rental with no large buy-in fee
- Perfect 5.0 Google rating
The Bad
- Very few Google reviews (13) to judge experience
- No published pricing available
AI-generated from reviews and community data.
About Novelle
Novelle is a luxury senior living community in San Jose, California, offering independent living, assisted living, and memory care services. The community combines a wine-country aesthetic with mid-century modern design and is operated by Merrill Gardens, a senior living leader with over 30 years of experience.
Dining at Novelle features restaurant-style service with a broad selection of well-balanced, nutritious meals made with quality ingredients. Residents enjoy flexibility in setting their own schedule and choosing when and what they want to eat, with dining service provided in comfortable elegance.
The community maintains a full social calendar and provides a warm, caring environment designed to support residents' independence and wellbeing. Month-to-month rental options are available without large buy-in fees, allowing residents flexibility in their living arrangements.
Types of Care
Need help deciding?
Tell us what you're looking for and we'll match you with communities that fit — free, and you choose who contacts you.
Help Me ChooseReviews
5overall · 13 ratings combined
5★ on Google (13)
No reviews yet for this community.
Frequently Asked Questions
What types of care does Novelle offer?
Novelle offers Assisted Living and Independent Living.
Where is Novelle located?
Novelle is located at 3355 Almaden Expy in San Jose, California.
What do families say about Novelle?
Novelle has a perfect 5-star Google rating, though only from a small number of reviews (13), and no detailed reviewer comments are available to describe day-to-day experience. The community description emphasizes flexible, restaurant-style dining and rental terms without a large buy-in fee.
Work at Novelle? Claim this listing to update photos, pricing, and details — it's free.
Nearby Communities
Other senior living options within 25 miles of San Jose.

Dry Creek Guest Home
San Jose, California2.4 mi
5(2)
Assisted Living

Oak Canyon Living
San Jose, California3.1 mi
5(2)
Assisted Living

The Watermark at San Jose
San Jose, California3.7 mi
4.7(33)
Assisted LivingIndependent Living

Palmia, Aged 55+ Apartments
Fremont, California14.7 mi
4.4(37)
Independent Living

Priya Living Warm Springs Fremont
Fremont, California15.1 mi
4.7(15)
Independent Living

Florence Residential Care Home
Fremont, California16.4 mi
5(1)
Independent Living