Page 7 of Best Independent Living in Alabama

Why trust this guide? Our editorial team analyzed 143 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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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-ranked to lowest-ranked based on our 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. 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.
Better Business Bureau grade for the operating company. Reflects complaint handling and business practices, not clinical care quality.
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.
Somerby Mobile
IL
AL
MC
RC
Mobile (Thornhill)
-Yes
7
Facility 7
AL AVG 34
Rank #125 / 133
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 BedA+-
Fleming Farms (SCALF)
IL
AL
MC
Se Huntsville
32
Facility 32
AL AVG 64
Rank #55 / 65
Yes
23
Facility 23
AL AVG 34
Rank #89 / 133
--Amanda Hamilton
Azalea Place
IL
AL
MC
Auburn (Village Hills)
30
Facility 30
AL AVG 64
Rank #63 / 65
Yes
20
Facility 20
AL AVG 34
Rank #96 / 133
1 Bed / 2 Bed--
Volante Senior Living of Peachtree
IL
AL
MC
Trussville
32
Facility 32
AL AVG 64
Rank #55 / 65
Yes
32
Facility 32
AL AVG 34
Rank #67 / 133
--Kelley Self
City Center Village Senior Community
IL
RC
Ne Decatur
-Yes
54
Facility 54
AL AVG 34
Rank #19 / 133
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 BedA+-
Huntington Place Townhomes
IL
Sw Decatur
56
Facility 56
AL AVG 64
Rank #29 / 65
No
11
Facility 11
AL AVG 34
Rank #117 / 133
2 Bed--
Presbyterian Apartments Inc
IL
Nw Huntsville (Oakwood)
-No
51
Facility 51
AL AVG 34
Rank #22 / 133
Studio / 1 BedA+-
Wesley Acres I & II Apartments
IL
Sw Decatur (Cedar Lake Road Southwest)
-No
41
Facility 41
AL AVG 34
Rank #44 / 133
1 Bed / 2 Bed-Christopher W. Tomlin
McClellan Senior Living
IL
AL
Anniston
60
Facility 60
AL AVG 64
Rank #23 / 65
No
10
Facility 10
AL AVG 34
Rank #121 / 133
--Angie Johnson
Seton Haven
IL
Montgomery (Eastmont)
-No
47
Facility 47
AL AVG 34
Rank #33 / 133
1 Bed--

Rank badges are statewide and care-type specific: each independent living community is ranked against every other AL independent living community we track that reports that metric, not just the 143 on this page. See how we rank facilities

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Overview of City Center Village Senior Community

Surrounded by serene parks like the Elizabeth “Sister” Johnson Park in Decatur, AL, City Center Village Senior Community is an astounding community that offers independent living. Residents experience maintenance-free living with the community’s weekly housekeeping and linen services. The community also ensures convenient access to residents’ needs with scheduled transportation to doctors’ appointments and shopping trips.

With exciting trips and engaging programs, residents are encouraged to live actively and maintain social connections. Three delicious and well-balanced dining options are also served to satisfy residents’ dietary needs and preferences. Amenities include three vast courtyards, a pool side area, a fitness room, and a library, creating the ideal setting for a blissful retirement.

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Overview of Presbyterian Apartments

Surrounded by convenient local amenities and set near Huntsville Hospital in Huntsville, AL, Presbyterian Apartments. is a welcoming community that offers independent living. The community features well-thought-out and spacious floor plans, ensuring residents’ comfort and safety. Here, residents do not have to worry about maintenance with the community’s round-the-clock services.

Residents will not feel lonely with a thoughtfully curated calendar of fun recreational activities and leisure sites nearby. With its ideal location near groceries and delightful restaurants, residents have plenty of dining options that satisfy their dietary needs and preferences. Amenities include a garden club, a library, a community room, and a patio with raised garden beds, creating the ideal setting for a blissful retirement.

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Overview of McClellan Senior Living

McClellan Senior Living provides assisted living and independent living in Anniston, AL. Independent living offers private living with community services and no daily care, while assisted living provides help with daily tasks such as dressing, bathing, and medication while a resident keeps their own apartment.

McClellan Senior Living may be a good fit for a resident whose support needs could increase over time, because the community offers both independent living and assisted living care. Angie Johnson serves as the administrator.

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Overview of Volante Senior Living of Peachtree

Located in the quiet neighborhood of Eagle Drive, Trussville, AL is the extraordinary senior living community of Volante of Peachtree focusing on assisted living. The community strives to help seniors with their daily activities. A reliable and highly trained team strives to provide the highest quality of care and support for seniors to thrive and live to their potential.

There is always something fun to do with engaging activities and enjoyable programs for seniors to stay connected with their surroundings. Whether it is a relaxing alone time you are looking for or a wonderful moment with friends, Volante of Peachtrees strives to provide a place for you. Revel in nutritious and delightful meals for the finest dining experience. Volante of Peachtree is filled with incredible amenities and warmth, ensuring seniors live in comfort and style.

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Seton Haven

3721 Wares Ferry Rd, Montgomery, AL 36109
Overview of Seton Haven

Make the most of your independence at Seton Haven, an exceptional 62+ community that offers independent living. The community strives to maintain affordability, offering income-based rents to ease financial burdens. With fully equipped kitchens and an on-site laundry, residents enjoy a convenient lifestyle.

Residents have easy access to leisure and recreation with the community’s ideal location near delightful restaurants and convenient local amenities. Emergency pull cords and off-street parking are available for residents’ safety. The community is ideal for those looking to downsize in retirement without hassles, especially with its cozy amenities and welcoming environment.

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Overview of Huntington Place Townhomes

Huntington Place Townhomes in Decatur, AL, is a highly regarded independent living community that has a variety of two-bedroom townhomes for older adults. The community’s small and welcoming environment ensures older adults can feel at home during their stay. Alongside convenient apartment features, an on-site property manager and recreational activities are also available for residents’ convenience. Committed to helping residents maintain their independence in retirement, the community ensures its amenities and living spaces are well-maintained.

Social events, light exercises, and various activities provide residents with more opportunities for leisure and wellness. A tennis court, a spacious courtyard, and walking trails are among the state-of-the-art amenities that residents can use to connect with friends and try new hobbies. Schools, public transportation, and other local amenities surround the area, ensuring easy access to necessities and recreation. This independent living community is a great choice for senior living in Alabama, as it has plenty of services and top-notch amenities for older adults.

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Overview of Wesley Acres I & II Apartments

Make every moment count at Wesley Acres I & II Apartments, an astounding community in Decatur, AL, offering independent living. The community features one- and two-bedroom accommodations, ensuring residents are comfortable and safe. An emergency call system and on-site health screenings are also available to optimize residents’ safety.

Residents will not feel lonely with a thoughtfully curated calendar of fun recreational activities and exciting events, highlighting their interests and capabilities. Scheduled transportation and meals-on-wheels are available for residents’ convenience. With its income-based rent and exceptional services, residents can rest their worries and thrive in their golden years.

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Overview of Fleming Farms (scalf)

Fleming Farms (scalf) offers assisted living, independent living, and memory care in Huntsville, AL. Assisted living provides help with daily tasks such as dressing, bathing, and medication while a resident keeps an apartment. Independent living provides private living with community services and no daily care, while memory care provides a secured setting with supervision for someone at risk of wandering. The combination of care levels may suit a resident whose needs grow over time without requiring a move to another community.

The community has 32 beds, giving it a smaller setting where staff and residents can get to know each other. Housing includes memory care private rooms and suites, studios, one bedroom apartments, and two bedroom apartments. A studio provides one private living space, while a two bedroom apartment can suit a couple moving together or someone who wants a companion. Pets are allowed, and respite care provides a short stay for a resident whose usual caregiver needs to travel or recover.

Residents have an outdoor swimming pool, patio spaces, a fitness center, raised garden beds, a movie theater, an arts and crafts center, and a billiards lounge for recreation and activities on site. Restaurant style dining features meals prepared by a professional chef, while the café and bistro provide a setting for casual visits. An on site beauty salon and barber shop support grooming without leaving the community, and rehabilitation services provide therapy on site rather than requiring separate transportation. Transportation is also available for residents who do not drive themselves. Amanda Hamilton serves as the administrator.

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Somerby Mobile

901 Somerby Dr, Mobile, AL 36695
Overview of Somerby Mobile

Led by executive director Matt Milstead, Somerby Mobile is a mid-rise assisted living community operating for 21 years on Somerby Drive in Mobile, Alabama, offering multiple levels of care comprising assisted living, independent living, memory care, and respite care. Occupants can choose from studio, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom floor plans to fit their needs and preferences.

To help residents uphold independence and individuality, the community provides daily assistance with activities and personalized support. Therapy services exist on-site, complementing the set of care options. For families seeking short-term care solutions for their loved ones, respite care is offered. Life here is designed around engagement and comfort. Residents enjoy a full schedule of activities and programs alongside fitness and recreation opportunities. The well-lit lounge areas are cozy gathering spaces, and transportation services help with local trips and errands. Pet-friendly living exists for those wanting their companions nearby. The community sits in a car-dependent neighborhood about 10 miles from Mobile’s city center, where most daily errands demand a vehicle. This suburban setting suits residents and families who travel primarily by car.

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Azalea Place

1601 Professional Pkwy, Auburn, AL 36830
Overview of Azalea Place

Azalea Place is a compassionate assisted living community in Auburn, AL, that offers personal care for up to 42 older adults. Featuring one- and two-bedroom cottages in a warm and welcoming environment, the community ensures older adults feel at home during their stay. Here, residents can maintain their independence without hassles, with an LPN and care assistants available around the clock, nutritious meals, and recreational activities. The community strives to help residents live comfortably in retirement through personalized care options and accessible rooms.

Different activities, light exercises, and social events provide residents with various options for recreation and wellness. A library, a living room, and an activity room with a large screen TV also ensure residents can freely interact with their surroundings. Local amenities, restaurants, and leisure sites surround the area, ensuring accessibility and convenience. This assisted living community is a good option for senior living in Alabama, providing dedicated services to help those needing minimal assistance to live comfortably in retirement.

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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 143 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.

Independent Living in Alabama at a glance

Avg Walk Score: 34/ 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: 64The average licensed bed capacity across facilities in Alabama. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: 90