River Valley
River Valley
River Valley Apartments is a welcoming independent living community in Decatur, AL, that offers spacious one- to three-bedroom apartments. Here, older adults can find a home away from home, accompanied by the community’s warm and nurturing environment. 24-hour emergency maintenance, laundry rooms, and recreational opportunities are also offered to enrich residents’ living experiences. Striving to maintain affordability and help older adults live comfortably in retirement, the community follows income and rent restrictions.
Residents can spend their days as they please, as various social events and leisure games. Alongside cozy living spaces and lively gathering areas, a playground is also available for residents’ relaxation and wellness. The area is also surrounded by restaurants, retail stores, and serene parks, ensuring residents have easy access to their needs and leisure. As one of the best options for senior living in Alabama, this independent living community is dedicated to helping older adults thrive in retirement.
Walk Score: 17 / 100 Rank #311 / 382Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 311th out of 382 homes we track in Alabama for walk score. Shows how walkable this facility's neighborhood is compared to the average walk score across Alabama facilities. Higher scores benefit residents, families, and staff.Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings cover every community we track in Alabama that reports data for that category. Communities without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Car-dependent. Most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options.
What does this home offer?
No pets allowed
Room Sizes: 725 / 1,017 / 1,050 sq. ft
Housing Options: 1 Bed / 2 Bed / 3 Bed
Building Type: 2-story
Parking Available
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3.7 miles from city center
Estimated distance in miles from Decatur's city center to River Valley's address, calculated via Google Maps.
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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.
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.
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City and state of the facility. Used for mapping and state-average comparisons.
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Licensed bed capacity (maximum allowed). Not the same as how many beds are currently filled.
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Indicates whether residents are allowed to have pets in the facility.
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Third-party neighborhood walkability score (0–100). Convenience/context metric, not a healthcare quality measure.
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Description of bed or unit types offered (e.g. assisted living, memory care), as reported in state or facility disclosures.
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Better Business Bureau grade for the operating company. Reflects complaint handling and business practices, not clinical care quality.
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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.
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| 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 Bed | - | Katina Eades |
| River Valley | IL | Sw Decatur (Cedar Lake) | - | No |
17
Facility
17
AL AVG
39
Rank
#311 / 382 | 1 Bed / 2 Bed / 3 Bed | - | - |
| Riverside Senior Living | IL | Ne Decatur (Old Decatur Historic District) | - | Yes |
61
Facility
61
AL AVG
39
Rank
#58 / 382 | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed | A+ | - |
| Brookdale Cedar Springs | IL | Decatur | - | Yes |
43
Facility
43
AL AVG
39
Rank
#175 / 382 | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed | A+ | - |
| City Center Village Senior Community | IL RC | Ne Decatur | - | Yes |
54
Facility
54
AL AVG
39
Rank
#95 / 382 | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed | A+ | - |
Financial Assistance for
Independent Living in Alabama
River Valley is located in SW Decatur, Alabama.
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Frequently Asked Questions about River Valley
What neighborhood is River Valley in?
River Valley is in the Cedar Lake neighborhood of SW Decatur.
Is River Valley in a walkable area?
River Valley has a walk score of 17. Car-dependent. Most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options.
Are pets allowed at River Valley?
No, River Valley has a no-pet policy.
Are there photos of River Valley?
Yes — there are 7 photos of River Valley in the photo gallery on this page.
What is the address of River Valley?
River Valley is located at 217 Cedar Lake Rd Sw, Decatur, AL 35603.
What is the phone number of River Valley?
(256) 306-0306 will put you in contact with the team at River Valley.
Does River Valley provide medical or personal care assistance?
No — River Valley is an independent living community. Residents live on their own in private apartments with access to amenities, dining, and social activities.
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