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The cost of independent living in Fourmile is about $4,430 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 6 options.

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1919 Photos available
1010 Floor plans available
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120 reviews
5 star
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Danberry at Inverness was the perfect place for my mom! The beautiful entrance sets the tone for a warm and welcoming place to live. The people there are so helpful, encouraging, and thoughtful about making...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Danberry at Inverness reflects a complete break from the conventions of ordinary senior living communities by embracing a distinctive philosophy focused on celebrating life with style. Here, you will find every convenience and amenity imaginable for active adults over 55, including a full...
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1414 Photos available
9.9
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131 reviews
9.9
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131 reviews
5 star
96%
4 star
2%
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We were first impressed with how clean and updated it was on our first visit. The price was right in the range we needed. Everyone is so friendly and willing to help. We are very pleased.
Provides: Assisted Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
At the Gardens of Pelham Assisted Living, our retirement community meets the diverse and changing needs of today’s senior citizens. Conveniently located off 1-65 North at exit 246 in Pelham near the Oak Mountain Park, the Garden’s atmosphere is warm and relaxed. Our month-to-month rent, without...
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Photo of Cahaba Ridge Retirement CommunityCommunity card badge
2121 Photos available
1111 Floor plans available
9.9
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26 reviews
9.9
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26 reviews
5 star
100%
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I visited my family at Cahaba Ridge. It is the best place for convenience and a loving community life. All the staff and workers were helpful and very accommodating. My dining experience was first rate. ...
Provides: Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Cahaba Ridge Retirement Community is a part of Resort Lifestyle Communities. The company prides itself on providing a 'resort lifestyle' in its independent retirement communities. Cahaba Ridge will offer an all-inclusive experience where one price takes care of all residents' daily needs,...
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1414 Photos available
77 Floor plans available
9.8
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28 reviews
9.8
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28 reviews
5 star
68%
4 star
21%
3 star
7%
2 star
4%
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1. Well managed & responsive to residents feedback & ideas. 2. Kept very neat & clean always. They are currently ordering new furniture for common areas (even though they are still in good shape, but want...
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
It’s not downsizing your home; it’s upsizing your possibilities. Located on 20 wooded acres in Birmingham’s prestigious Riverchase area, our continuing care retirement community (CCRC) gives you a maintenance-free lifestyle with the retirement you deserve. Our community has a full continuum...
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99 Photos available
4646 Floor plans available
8.4
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38 reviews
8.4
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38 reviews
5 star
69%
4 star
18%
3 star
8%
2 star
0%
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5%
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These answers are what I think of Monark. My mother wouldn't give the same answers. With that being said I recommend Monark to everybody looking for a place for their parents.
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
There's beauty in new beginnings - and a thrill in knowing the possibilities they bring. Just like the metamorphosis of a butterfly, nature has a way of showing us there are wonders to be celebrated in all of life's stages - and now that you've worked hard, it's time to enjoy. Senior living at...
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Photo of The Ridge at Meadowbrook
99 Photos available
8.4
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18 reviews
8.4
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18 reviews
5 star
66%
4 star
17%
3 star
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The Ridge at Grandeview is a comfortable place to live. In the memory part of the assisted living facility, virtually all units are studio apartments. Meals are tasty & they accommodate dietary restrictions...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
The Ridge at Grandeview offers assisted living which means the staff will provide as much or as little support as you need. Services include on-site rehabilitation services, medication management, pharmacy services, individualized service plans and more. We also offer memory care needed for...
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Photo of Somerby at St. Vincent's One Nineteen
88 Photos available
1414 Floor plans available
8.2
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24 reviews
8.2
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24 reviews
5 star
49%
4 star
38%
3 star
13%
2 star
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Staff are good and work very hard to accommodate each person's needs. I got the flu and had to stay in my room for 5 weeks. It was during the holidays so it was not a normal time. I had a couple of meals...
Provides: Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Nestled in an attractively landscaped and wooded pocket of Birmingham, AL, Somerby St. Vincent's One Nineteen provides all that seniors desire from Independent living, Assisted living and specialized Somerside Memory Care options. Somerby offers a comfortable, convenient and rewarding senior...
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2424 Photos available
77 Floor plans available
7.2
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9 reviews
7.2
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9 reviews
5 star
56%
4 star
33%
3 star
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Longleaf is a well run facility. It is clean and functional, with friendly and helpful staff. My aunt has made friends quickly, and she enjoys a variety of activities. My favorite part is that she is...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
THE NEW DESIGN OF CARE, LIFE AND STYLELongleaf Liberty Park is taking a fresh, local approach to senior living, service and care. We've taken every detail into consideration to elevate expectations of what assisted living and memory care should be. Our modern welcoming spaces match our forward...
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We chose Premier Assisted Living mostly because of the location. The meals are great, they really make the effort to try and make things that the residents like and they take care of their sweet tooth. The...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
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Cost of independent living in Fourmile, AL

The average cost of senior living in Fourmile is $4,430 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Westover, AL with an average of $3,833 per month.

Independent living costs in Fourmile, AL, vs. nearby cities

Fourmile, AL
$4,430/mo

Independent living costs in Fourmile, AL, vs. state and national averages

Fourmile, AL
$4,430/mo
$3,623/mo
U.S. national average
$4,245/mo

Independent living costs in Fourmile, AL, vs. other senior living options

$4,719/mo
Independent Living
$4,430/mo

Independent living costs in Fourmile, AL, by floor plan type

Studio
$3,495/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,325/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,873/mo

Senior living costs in Fourmile vs. state and national costs

Cost comparison table showing community type costs by location. This table contains 3 rows of data across 4 columns.
Column communityType: Community type
Column destination: Fourmile, AL
Column state: Alabama
Column national: U.S.
Community typeFourmile, ALAlabamaU.S.
Independent Living$4,430/mo$3,623/mo$4,245/mo
Assisted Living$4,719/mo$3,967/mo$4,788/mo
Memory Care$4,719/mo$4,029/mo$5,057/mo
Independent Living
Fourmile, AL:$4,430/mo
Alabama:$3,623/mo
U.S.:$4,245/mo
Assisted Living
Fourmile, AL:$4,719/mo
Alabama:$3,967/mo
U.S.:$4,788/mo
Memory Care
Fourmile, AL:$4,719/mo
Alabama:$4,029/mo
U.S.:$5,057/mo
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Independent living costs in Fourmile, AL, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly independent living costs have shifted over the past five years in Fourmile and how those changes compare with state and national trends. The figures represent quarterly averages of what seniors actually paid after moving into A Place for Mom partner communities.

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Independent living cost trends in Fourmile, AL

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Fourmile have changed in the last two years and how those changes compare with state and national trends. The figures represent averages of actual costs paid by seniors who moved into A Place for Mom partner communities in 2023 and 2024.

Cost comparison table showing 2023 and 2024 median costs by location. This table contains 3 rows of data across 4 columns.
Column location: Location
Column cost2024: 2024 average cost
Column cost2023: 2023 average cost
Column percentChange: Percent change
Location2024 average cost2023 average costPercent change
Fourmile, AL$4,878/mo$4,618/mo+5.6%
Alabama$2,622/mo$2,515/mo+4.3%
National$3,060/mo$2,928/mo+4.5%
Fourmile, AL
2024 average cost:$4,878/mo
2023 average cost:$4,618/mo
Percent change:+5.6%
Alabama
2024 average cost:$2,622/mo
2023 average cost:$2,515/mo
Percent change:+4.3%
National
2024 average cost:$3,060/mo
2023 average cost:$2,928/mo
Percent change:+4.5%
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What families are saying about independent living in Fourmile

Recent reviews for independent living in Fourmile

Homeland Assisted Living Facility in Jemison, AL

5.0
My parents have been here almost a year. The staff and owner are friendly and have genuine concern for the residents. They get to know the residents, so when something is not right (mentally/physically) they know and can address it quickly. It’s never easy for a person to transition from ...
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Kirkwood by the River in Birmingham, AL

5.0
My parents moved into Kirkwood by the River 9 years ago and I've NEVER had a complaint about anything. This is the best run and kindest retirement place anyone could ever find. The entire staff are kind, thoughtful, patient and courteous. A wonderful place in a great setting with Christian ...
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Fair Haven Retirement Community in Birmingham, AL

4.0
There have been some issues with the billing but I'm having a meeting with them this week to get that resolved. Based on our experience I would recommend them.

Fourmile independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Fourmile independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Fourmile, but support comparisons against nationwide offerings. Our Senior Living Advisors can help you find communities that fit your preferences.

Availability of select dietary accommodations in Fourmile independent living

Independent living communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of Fourmile partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Fourmile, ALNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
83.3%
21.1%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
66.7%
35.5%
No sugar
No sugar
50%
31.8%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
83.3%
34.6%
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Availability of select dining options in Fourmile independent living

Our independent living communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of Fourmile communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Fourmile, ALNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
83.3%
37.4%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
83.3%
44.6%
Room service
Room service
66.7%
38%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
33.3%
17.6%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Fourmile independent living

Senior living communities offer a variety of programming to keep seniors socially, mentally, and physically vibrant. The chart below shows what percentage of partnered independent living communities in Fourmile offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Fourmile, ALNational
Activity director
Activity director
100%
46.3%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
66.7%
29.2%
Community service programs
Community service programs
66.7%
34%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
100%
48.2%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
100%
49.9%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
83.3%
54.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
50%
44.1%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
83.3%
39.5%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
83.3%
42.9%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
83.3%
48.2%
Live performances
Live performances
83.3%
47.8%
Dances
Dances
66.7%
34%
Fitness center
Fitness center
83.3%
40.6%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
83.3%
47.5%
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Danberry at Inverness, Gardens of Pelham and Cahaba Ridge Retirement Community are the top-rated independent living facilities near Fourmile, Alabama. See full list of communities.
There are 6 independent living facilities near Fourmile, Alabama. See the full list.
The best independent living facilities near you in Fourmile, Alabama are Danberry at Inverness, Gardens of Pelham and Cahaba Ridge Retirement Community. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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