Page 2 of Best Independent Living in Montgomery, AL

Why trust this guide? Our editorial team analyzed 14 independent living communities in Montgomery, 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. 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. 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.
The Cedars
IL
AL
MC
NH
SNF
Montgomery (Woodley Park)
-Yes
18
Facility 18
AL AVG 34
Rank #103 / 133
Private Rooms-
The Gardens of Waterford
IL
Montgomery
-No
18
Facility 18
AL AVG 34
Rank #103 / 133
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Asher Point Independent Living of Montgomery
IL
Montgomery (Montgomery East)
-No
60
Facility 60
AL AVG 34
Rank #13 / 133
1 Bed / 2 Bed-
The Crossings at Eastchase Memory Care
IL
AL
MC
Montgomery
32
Facility 32
AL AVG 64
Rank #55 / 65
No
55
Facility 55
AL AVG 34
Rank #18 / 133
-Rebecca Dennis

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 14 analyzed for Montgomery. See how we rank facilities

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Overview of Asher Point Independent Living of Montgomery

Retire in style with Asher Point Independent Living of Montgomery (Formerly Holiday Eastdale Estates) in Montgomery, Alabama, a peaceful senior living community that offers an idyllic setting for independent living. Residents feel supported and safe at the comfort of their well-designed apartments with a variety of floor plans to choose from, all equipped with kitchenettes, bathrooms, and individually controlled heating and cooling units. With a variety of inviting communal areas and scheduled activities for socializing and making friends, residents here never feel isolated.

Life is made easy for all residents with the convenience of services, such as housekeeping, light linen, maintenance, and scheduled transport. With more free time to spend, residents are free to explore the community’s wonderful outdoor areas, including their beautiful gardens and outdoor seating areas. Here, residents enjoy fun games, activities, and amenities, including an activity room, game room, library, business center, a fully equipped gym, and beauty salon/barbershop. Resident’s dietary and nutritional needs are met, thanks to a culinary team that prepares three homestyle meals every day. At Asher Point Independent Living of Montgomery, enjoy a social, supportive, and safe community you can call home.

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Overview of The Crossings at Eastchase Memory Care

The Crossings at Eastchase Memory Care offers independent living, assisted living, and memory care in Montgomery, AL. Independent living provides private living with community services and no daily care, while assisted living adds help with daily tasks such as dressing, bathing, and medication. Memory care provides a secured setting with supervision for a resident at risk of wandering.

The community has 32 beds, making it smaller in scale so staff and residents can get to know each other. All three care levels are available on one campus. That may suit a resident whose care needs could grow over time without requiring a move to another community.

Staffing is available around the clock, with staff present at any time of day or night. The area has a Walk Score of 55 out of 100 and is somewhat walkable, meaning some errands can be done on foot for a resident who no longer drives. Rebecca Dennis serves as the administrator. The community may be a good fit for a resident who wants private living without daily care, needs help with everyday tasks, or requires a secured setting because of wandering risk.

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The Cedars

3300 Lynchburg Dr, Montgomery, AL 36116
Overview of The Cedars

The Cedars Montgomery is a renowned senior living community in Montgomery, Alabama. With its beautiful surroundings, the community offers a peaceful haven for seniors seeking a vibrant and engaging lifestyle. Boasting a range of exceptional amenities and personalized care services, The Cedars Montgomery is dedicated to providing a nurturing and comfortable environment where residents can thrive. Their attentive and warm staff are always present for the needs of each resident.

At The Cedars Montgomery, residents are welcomed into spacious and thoughtfully designed accommodations, ranging from cozy rooms to relaxing common halls where the residents can spend time together. They also organize a diverse range of social and educational activities, including cultural outings, wellness programs, and engaging events, promoting an active and enriched lifestyle for its residents.

 

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Overview of The Gardens of Waterford

With Tisha Nickson serving as administrator, The Gardens of Waterford has served as an independent living community in Montgomery for two decades. It maintains a long-standing presence for seniors seeking autonomy with community support. The community at 3920 Antoinette Dr sits in a car-dependent neighborhood where personal transportation is essential for running errands, though Baptist Medical Center South lies just under half a mile away in this established residence.

Occupants live independently in private apartments while enjoying shared, community-wide common spaces. The facility features cozy seating areas and lounge spaces appointed with armchairs and fireplaces, and a piano in the common area for those who love music. The dining room provides table service for meals, inviting residents to daily gatherings. Such shared spaces present opportunities for connection without requiring occupants to leave home for social activity. The Gardens of Waterford has built its reputation on stability and familiarity within Montgomery’s senior living landscape. For independent seniors who value a long-established community with a calm, residential setting, the facility offers a 20-year-proven foundation. Pets are not allowed.

To schedule a visit or learn more information, contact The Gardens of Waterford.

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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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Data source Alabama Department of Health
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Independent Living in Montgomery at a glance

Avg Walk Score: 41/ 100The average Walk Score across facilities in Montgomery, AL. 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 Montgomery, AL. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: 90
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Frequently Asked Questions about Independent Living in Montgomery, AL

What is the average cost of independent living in Montgomery, AL?

The average monthly cost of independent living in Montgomery, AL is approximately $1,591. Actual rates vary by community, level of care, and floorplan.

What is the price range for independent living in Montgomery, AL?

Independent living in Montgomery, AL typically ranges from $495 - $3,168 per month, depending on the community, room type, and care needs.

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 14 independent living communities in Montgomery, AL. Use the filters and comparison tools above to compare ratings, amenities, and pricing.

How do I choose the right independent living community in Montgomery, AL?

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 Montgomery, AL, 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 Montgomery, AL?

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.