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10 Best Independent Living Communities in Pleasant Ridge, AL

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The cost of independent living in Pleasant Ridge is about $3,234 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 44 options. Read 506 reviews, see photos, and learn about amenities that make independent living the ideal next step for adults 55+ who wish to enjoy friendships and hobbies without the hassle of cooking and home maintenance.

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Last Updated: 12/9/25
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Photo of Montreat Apartments
Provides: Senior Apartments
Care types provided by this community
Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Photo of Cedar View Assisted Living
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.
Photo of Hamilton Sunset Retirement Ctr
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.
Photo of Tishomingo Manor
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.
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.
Photo of Sunset Estate
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.
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.
Provides: Senior Apartments
Care types provided by this community
Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Photo of South Morgan Health Care Ctr
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.
Photo of Glendale Community Home
Provides: Assisted Living
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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.
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Photo of Falkville Healthcare Ctr
Provides: Assisted Living, Nursing Homes
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.
Nursing Homes: Nursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.
Photo of Sunset Estates
Provides: Assisted Living
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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.

Cost of independent living in Pleasant Ridge, AL

The average cost of senior living in Pleasant Ridge is $3,234 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Red Bay, AL with an average of $2,493 per month.

Independent living costs in Pleasant Ridge, AL, vs. nearby cities

Pleasant Ridge, AL
$3,234/mo

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

Pleasant Ridge, AL
$3,234/mo
$3,585/mo
U.S. national average
$4,160/mo

Independent living costs in Pleasant Ridge, AL, vs. other senior living options

$3,750/mo
Independent Living
$3,234/mo

Independent living costs in Pleasant Ridge, AL, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$3,031/mo
Studio
$3,365/mo
1 Bedroom
$3,446/mo
2 Bedroom
$4,672/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$2,590/mo

Senior living costs in Pleasant Ridge 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: Pleasant Ridge, AL
Column state: Alabama
Column national: U.S.
Community typePleasant Ridge, ALAlabamaU.S.
Independent Living$3,234/mo$3,585/mo$4,160/mo
Assisted Living$3,750/mo$3,940/mo$4,703/mo
Memory Care$3,750/mo$4,000/mo$4,954/mo
Independent Living
Pleasant Ridge, AL:$3,234/mo
Alabama:$3,585/mo
U.S.:$4,160/mo
Assisted Living
Pleasant Ridge, AL:$3,750/mo
Alabama:$3,940/mo
U.S.:$4,703/mo
Memory Care
Pleasant Ridge, AL:$3,750/mo
Alabama:$4,000/mo
U.S.:$4,954/mo
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Independent living costs in Pleasant Ridge, AL, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly independent living costs have shifted over the past five years in Pleasant Ridge 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.

Pleasant Ridge, ALAL stateNational

Independent living cost trends in Pleasant Ridge, AL

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Pleasant Ridge 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
Pleasant Ridge, AL$2,057/mo$1,733/mo+18.7%
Alabama$2,802/mo$2,750/mo+1.9%
National$3,261/mo$3,166/mo+3.0%
Pleasant Ridge, AL
2024 average cost:$2,057/mo
2023 average cost:$1,733/mo
Percent change:+18.7%
Alabama
2024 average cost:$2,802/mo
2023 average cost:$2,750/mo
Percent change:+1.9%
National
2024 average cost:$3,261/mo
2023 average cost:$3,166/mo
Percent change:+3.0%
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What families are saying about independent living in Pleasant Ridge

Recent reviews for independent living in Pleasant Ridge

Dogwood Fulton, LLC

4.5
The facility and staff were ok, location is great.

Country Cottage - Decatur

5.0
The staff CARES!!! The staff is down to earth and genuinely cares about their residents. My mother has had a hard time moving into assisted living because she is fiercely independent.. the staff here has included her and everything and makes her feel welcome.

The Neighborhood at Sheffield

5.0
My family and loved one had a wonderful experience with The Neighborhood at Sheffield. The staff are personable and caring towards the residents. Everyone is friendly from the staff to residents. The staff are great at communicating with the family and making sure all of our questions are ...
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Pleasant Ridge independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Pleasant Ridge independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Pleasant Ridge, 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 Pleasant Ridge 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 Pleasant Ridge partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Pleasant Ridge, ALNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
32.4%
20.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
43.2%
34.4%
No sugar
No sugar
40.5%
30.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
29.7%
33.6%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
2.7%
10.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Pleasant Ridge 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 Pleasant Ridge communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Pleasant Ridge, ALNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
13.5%
36.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
35.1%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
29.7%
37%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
5.4%
17.2%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Pleasant Ridge 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 Pleasant Ridge offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Pleasant Ridge, ALNational
Activity director
Activity director
51.4%
45.1%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
37.8%
28.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
43.2%
33%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
59.5%
47.5%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
51.4%
48.9%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
59.5%
54%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
43.2%
42.9%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
32.4%
38.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
43.2%
41.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
45.9%
47.1%
Live performances
Live performances
51.4%
46.8%
Dances
Dances
37.8%
33%
Fitness center
Fitness center
13.5%
39.5%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
45.9%
46.4%
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