Page 5 of Best Independent Living in Alabama

Why trust this guide? Our editorial team analyzed 142 independent living communities in AL using AL Dept. of Public Health (ADPH) data, inspection records, complaints, amenities, and facility-level details. How we rank independent living in AL
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Avg Walk Score: 39/ 100The average Walk Score across facilities in Alabama. A third-party neighborhood walkability score (0–100) measuring convenience and context, not healthcare quality. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: 50/ 100
Avg No. of Beds: 90The average licensed bed capacity across facilities in Alabama. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: 90

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Info below is compiled from the AL Dept. of Public Health (ADPH), senior community websites & trusted data sources such as Walk Score & BBB.

Communities are listed from highest to lowest based on our ranking methodology.

Care Types in This Table AL (Assisted Living): Housing with help for daily activities like bathing, dressing, and medication, without 24-hour skilled nursing. NH (Nursing Home): 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. SNF (Skilled Nursing Facility): Round-the-clock nursing care, often for recovery after surgery, injury, or illness. MC (Memory Care): Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. RC (Respite Care): Short-term temporary care that gives family caregivers a break. IL (Independent Living): Community living with dining, activities, and transportation for active seniors who need little personal care.
City and state of the facility. Used for mapping and state-average comparisons.
Licensed bed capacity (maximum allowed). Not the same as how many beds are currently filled.
Indicates whether residents are allowed to have pets in the facility.
Third-party neighborhood walkability score (0–100). Convenience/context metric, not a healthcare quality measure.
Description of bed or unit types offered (e.g. assisted living, memory care), as reported in state or facility disclosures.
A named contact for the facility. Hover the name to see their role — Administrator (state administrator of record or facility-provided administrator), Nursing Director, Medical Director, or Staff. The most authoritative available is shown.
Carillon Oaks
IL
AL
MC
Mobile (Koolman)
48
Facility 48
AL AVG 90
Rank #186 / 242
No
24
Facility 24
AL AVG 39
Rank #281 / 382
1 BedLarry Sweet
The Reserve at Fairhope
IL
AL
MC
RC
Fairhope
38
Facility 38
AL AVG 90
Rank #207 / 242
Yes
23
Facility 23
AL AVG 39
Rank #287 / 382
Studio / 1 BedElizabeth Skipper
Summer Village Magnolia Place
IL
AL
MC
Auburn (Village Hills)
42
Facility 42
AL AVG 90
Rank #200 / 242
Yes
20
Facility 20
AL AVG 39
Rank #298 / 382
1 Bed / 2 BedAmber Griggs
Episcopal Place Apartments
IL
S Birmingham (Highland Park)
-No
78
Facility 78
AL AVG 39
Rank #9 / 382
1 Bed / 2 BedTim Blanton
Grandview Gardens
IL
AL
MC
NH
SNF
Se Huntsville (Redstone Village)
48
Facility 48
AL AVG 90
Rank #186 / 242
No
27
Facility 27
AL AVG 39
Rank #259 / 382
Private / Shared RoomsRobin Huffman
The Terrace at Priceville
IL
AL
MC
RC
Decatur
38
Facility 38
AL AVG 90
Rank #207 / 242
Yes
15
Facility 15
AL AVG 39
Rank #319 / 382
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 BedKatina Eades
Oak Grove Inn
IL
AL
RC
Montgomery
52
Facility 52
AL AVG 90
Rank #176 / 242
No
2
Facility 2
AL AVG 39
Rank #380 / 382
-O'neal Green
Vitality Living at Upland Park
IL
AL
MC
RC
Huntsville
61
Facility 61
AL AVG 90
Rank #152 / 242
Yes
40
Facility 40
AL AVG 39
Rank #184 / 382
-Kathryn Economou
Regency Retirement Village of Birmingham
IL
AL
MC
Birmingham (Sand Ridge)
48
Facility 48
AL AVG 90
Rank #186 / 242
No
19
Facility 19
AL AVG 39
Rank #303 / 382
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 BedChip Cook
Branchwater Village
IL
AL
Boaz
34
Facility 34
AL AVG 90
Rank #213 / 242
Yes
56
Facility 56
AL AVG 39
Rank #81 / 382
-Millie Martin

Rank badges are statewide: each community is ranked against every AL community we track that reports that metric, not just the 142 on this page.

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Overview of Carillon Oaks

Cherish every moment with Carillon Oaks, a distinguished community in Alabama, specializing in independent living, assisted living, and memory care. Those with cognitive conditions receive exceptional care for their unique needs from a compassionate and highly trained team available around the clock. The community also helps with housekeeping and laundry, ensuring a maintenance-free lifestyle.

A jam-packed calendar of engaging activities and enriching programs is conducted to enhance residents’ cognition and allow them to interact with their surroundings. Residents delight in delicious and healthy chef-inspired meals served three times daily to meet their dietary needs and preferences. The community also provides in-house therapy and transportation services to improve residents’ living experiences. Residents enjoy the best of their golden years with the community’s specially designed and secure amenities.

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The Reserve at Fairhope

604 Reserve Lp, Fairhope, AL 36532
Overview of The Reserve at Fairhope

The Reserve at Fairhope is the Eastern Shore’s newest independent living, assisted living, and memory care community, offering upscale senior living in Fairhope, Alabama. The community features well-appointed, luxury apartments and cottage homes at a monthly rate, along with an active, connected lifestyle with something new to enjoy around every corner. The Reserve at Fairhope is conveniently located near Fairhope’s delightful boutiques, restaurants, and galleries, providing residents with a sophisticated style and relaxed pace.

The Reserve at Fairhope offers a continuum of quality, compassionate care to meet every need, with upscale aesthetics, modern amenities, and convenient services that combine to create an ideal future home. The community provides added peace of mind with the extra support of assisted living and memory care available on site. The Reserve at Fairhope features a state-of-the-art fitness center, a variety of dining experiences, a full-service salon, innovative lifestyle programming, and abundant activities and social outings. Residents can enjoy fresh, delicious chef-prepared meals, salon services, group fitness classes, scheduled transportation, and concierge service. The community offers a variety of spacious, thoughtfully designed living spaces, including independent living cottages and apartments, assisted living apartments, and memory care accommodations, all featuring luxurious details, thoughtful design, and convenient floorplans.

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Overview of Summer Village Magnolia Place

Find the care you need at Summer Village Magnolia Place, an exceptional community in Auburn, AL, offering independent living, assisted living, and memory care. With its top-notch care and beautifully furnished accommodations, residents can keep their peace of mind. The community also handles the housekeeping and maintenance, so residents can have more time to do the things they love.

Highlighting residents’ interests and capabilities, a well-thought-out calendar of fun recreational activities and enriching programs is conducted. Delightful and healthy meals are also served to satisfy residents’ dietary needs and preferences. Residents enjoy the best of their golden years with the community’s top-notch services and state-of-the-art amenities.

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Overview of Episcopal Place Apartments

Ideally situated in the thriving neighborhood of Birmingham, AL, Episcopal Place Apartments is an exceptional community that offers independent living. Featuring 141 specially designed and spacious accommodations, the community strives to maintain affordability to ease the financial burdens of eligible residents. Residents also enjoy a worry-free lifestyle with the community helping with housekeeping and maintenance.

Residents celebrate milestones and enjoy various events with the community’s well-thought-out calendar of fun recreational programs. With delightful restaurants and convenient local amenities nearby, residents have plenty of dining options that can satisfy their dietary needs and preferences. The community’s vibrant setting and state-of-the-art amenities create the perfect setting for a blissful retirement.

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Grandview Gardens

11000 Turnmeyer Dr Se, Huntsville, AL 35803
Overview of Grandview Gardens

Grandview Gardens at Redstone Village is a trusted community in Huntsville, AL, offering assisted living and memory care. Those with cognitive conditions can keep their peace of mind with a kind and highly trained team attending to their needs around the clock. Specially designed and spacious accommodations are provided in a nurturing and inviting environment, ensuring residents thrive in retirement.

Fun recreational activities and engaging programs are conducted to keep residents active and socially engaged. Here, residents enjoy mealtimes with friends that satisfy their dietary needs and preferences with delightful and nutritious dining options. The community is ideal for those needing assistance to live comfortably in their golden years.

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Overview of The Terrace at Priceville

Situated in Priceville, AL, The Terrace at Priceville is a warm and welcoming senior living community, offering independent living, assisted living, and memory care. Here, residents can enjoy beautifully designed apartments and various services tailored to their needs. With amenities like restaurant-style dining, a spacious activity center, and engaging social events, seniors will find plenty of opportunities to connect and thrive.

At The Terrace at Priceville, they are dedicated to providing a caring environment that promotes a carefree lifestyle. They focus on hospitality and support, offering services like housekeeping, transportation, and security, alongside access to medical care as needed. With a range of recreational activities and a full-service salon, residents can explore new interests and enjoy a vibrant community life.

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Overview of Oak Grove Inn

Oak Grove Inn in Montgomery, AL, is a phenomenal senior living community, offering independent living and assisted living services. Committed to delivering unparalleled care to residents in a comfortable and homelike environment, the community features a highly dedicated and equipped team that works round-the-clock catering to the immediate needs and interests of its residents. Moreover, well-appointed and cozy accommodations with varying floor plans are available to further enhance the comfort and relaxation throughout their stay.

Dedicated to helping its residents continue living life to the fullest extent possible, the community offers top-of-the-line amenities and services, including a rich array of fun and engaging activities and programs, combined with healthy and delectable meals. At Oak Grove Inn, residents are provided with the services they need to continue living their retirement journey with utmost comfort and peace of mind in an inviting environment that maintains a supportive atmosphere.

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Overview of Vitality Living at Upland Park

Vitality Living at Upland Park is a dynamic community that goes above and beyond to exceed resident satisfaction in assisted living, independent living, and memory care living. Here, lifestyle options include a range of choices, such as active adult living, catering to maintenance-free living for adults aged 55 and older. With licensed nurses available 24/7 and personal care assistance, residents can rest assured that their health and well-being are in capable and caring hands. For those seeking assisted senior living or specialized care for dementia patients, Vitality Living at Upland Park offers the utmost support and personalized attention.
With a plethora of floor plans to choose from, residents can find their perfect home, complete with upscale amenities like front porches and rear patios, adding a touch of charm to their living spaces. Residents are treated to freshly prepared nutritious meals daily, ensuring their well-being and satisfaction. Moreover, small pets are warmly welcomed in this inviting community, adding to the sense of home and comfort. A wealth of amenities awaits, from a library and beauty parlor to a fitness center, golf simulator, and sports bar, ensuring there’s something for everyone to enjoy.

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Overview of Regency Retirement Village of Birmingham

Spend your golden years with the charming senior living community of Regency Retirement Village of Birmingham in West Oxmoor Road, Birmingham, AL, which offers assisted living and memory care. With cozy and sophisticated one-bedroom and two-bedroom residences, seniors experience unmatched comfort and security. Ease your worries and receive the finest care and assistance from a dedicated and highly qualified team available around the clock.

Enjoy every moment of your best years with engaging activities and exciting events for an active and well-engaged lifestyle. Have the finest dining experience and eat healthy with well-prepared menus that cater to dietary needs and preferences. Regency Retirement Village of Birmingham is great for seniors looking to live their best years without worries in its meticulously designed spaces and lovely community.

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Overview of Branchwater Village

Close to Medical Center Parkway, Branchwater Village is a 34-bed assisted living community in Boaz, Alabama. The community emphasizes family involvement to care for and support its residents.

The neighborhood scores 56 for walkability. This means some errands and services are reachable on foot, though a car is handy for most trips. Such a setting suits residents who cherish access to nearby services while having a more tranquil and residential feel.

To know the community’s available services, dining options, activities, and room choices, families will find visiting in person helpful. A tour will paint a clear picture of the facility’s everyday life and how it matches your loved one’s requirements.

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Weighting overview

  • 35%
    Resident Experience
  • 25%
    Regulatory
  • 15%
    Visual Media
  • 10%
    Website
  • 10%
    Stability
  • 5%
    Environment
01

Resident & Family Experience 35%

The single largest share of every ranking. Aggregated review sentiment and volume from major platforms — the closest signal to real resident experience.

  • Includes
  • Review Sentiment
  • Review Volume
02

Regulatory & Safety Record 25%

State inspection records, citations, and complaint visits. We weight per-inspection rates more heavily than raw counts.

  • Includes
  • State Inspections
  • Citations/Inspection
  • % Inspections w/ Citations
  • Complaint Visits
  • Accreditations
  • BBB Rating
03

Visual Media & Transparency 15%

Communities that publish high-quality visuals give families a real preview. No photos or tours = a negative transparency signal.

  • Includes
  • Video Tours
  • Virtual Walkthroughs
  • Photo Quantity
  • Photo Quality
04

Website & Operator Transparency 10%

Site quality and whether the operator publishes basic accountability information — staff names, contact details, ownership.

  • Includes
  • Website Content
  • Mobile Usability
  • Staff Info Available
  • Owner Info Available
05

Community Stability 10%

Operational signals indicating whether a community is well-run and meeting demand.

  • Includes
  • Occupancy Rate
  • Bed Options
06

Environment & Pricing 5%

Walkability and pricing transparency. Walk Score is weighted higher for Independent Living than for Memory Care, where most residents do not leave unaccompanied.

  • Includes
  • Walk Score
  • Pricing Transparency
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Frequently Asked Questions about Independent Living in Alabama

What is independent living?

Independent living communities are residential settings for active older adults — typically with private apartments or cottages, shared amenities (dining, fitness, activities), and no built-in medical care.

How many independent living communities are listed on this page?

This page features 142 independent living communities in Alabama. Use the filters and comparison tools above to compare ratings, amenities, and pricing.

How do I choose the right independent living community in Alabama?

Start by matching the level of care offered to the resident's current and anticipated needs, then compare licensing status, staff-to-resident ratios, recent inspection results, and pricing. Tour at least two or three communities in Alabama, talk to current residents and families, and confirm what is included in the base rate versus billed as add-on services.

What should I look for when visiting independent living communities in Alabama?

Pay attention to staff interactions with residents, cleanliness and odor, food quality at meal times, the activity calendar, and how questions about pricing and care plans are answered. Ask to see the most recent state inspection report, the move-out / level-of-care-change policy, and a sample monthly bill that lists every fee.