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10 Best Independent Living Communities in Gulf Shores, AL

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Discover unique independent living amenities, social activities, dining, and more independent living benefits. With 99 independent living facilities in Gulf Shores, A Place for Mom makes it easier to find your new, maintenance-free home.

We are also serving Assisted Living facilities in surrounding neighborhoods like Volanta, Seacliff and Magnolia Beach.
You may also consider nearby communities such as Fairhope, Robertsdale and Foley.

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zipAveragecost: $3,488

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Provides: Senior Apartments
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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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.
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.
Carrington Place is an assisted living community located in Satsuma, Mobile County, Alabama. If you are looking for a new residence where you will feel comfortable and secure, then Carrington Place is the community for you. Named after the Satsuma orange, Satsuma is a beautiful city filled with...
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Cost of independent living in Gulf Shores, AL

The average cost of senior living in Gulf Shores is $3,488 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Dauphin Island, AL with an average of $3,235 per month.

Independent living costs in Gulf Shores, AL, vs. nearby cities

Gulf Shores, AL
$3,488/mo
$3,689/mo

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

Gulf Shores, AL
$3,488/mo
$3,478/mo
U.S. national average
$4,017/mo

Independent living costs in Gulf Shores, AL, vs. other senior living options

$3,870/mo
Independent Living
$3,488/mo

Independent living costs in Gulf Shores, AL, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$3,308/mo
Studio
$3,866/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,027/mo
2 Bedroom
$4,736/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$4,648/mo

Senior living costs in Gulf Shores 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: Gulf Shores, AL
Column state: Alabama
Column national: U.S.
Community typeGulf Shores, ALAlabamaU.S.
Independent Living$3,488/mo$3,478/mo$4,017/mo
Assisted Living$3,863/mo$3,866/mo$4,557/mo
Memory Care$3,870/mo$3,907/mo$4,794/mo
Independent Living
Gulf Shores, AL:$3,488/mo
Alabama:$3,478/mo
U.S.:$4,017/mo
Assisted Living
Gulf Shores, AL:$3,863/mo
Alabama:$3,866/mo
U.S.:$4,557/mo
Memory Care
Gulf Shores, AL:$3,870/mo
Alabama:$3,907/mo
U.S.:$4,794/mo
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Independent living costs in Gulf Shores, AL, over time

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

Gulf Shores, ALAL stateNational

Independent living cost trends in Gulf Shores, AL

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Gulf Shores 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
Gulf Shores, AL$2,939/mo$2,644/mo+11.2%
Alabama$2,802/mo$2,750/mo+1.9%
National$3,257/mo$3,166/mo+2.9%
Gulf Shores, AL
2024 average cost:$2,939/mo
2023 average cost:$2,644/mo
Percent change:+11.2%
Alabama
2024 average cost:$2,802/mo
2023 average cost:$2,750/mo
Percent change:+1.9%
National
2024 average cost:$3,257/mo
2023 average cost:$3,166/mo
Percent change:+2.9%
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Discover the many ways to pay for senior living

Planning ahead can better position you to make good choices for your loved one’s care in the future. But if your aging family member needs care now, there are ways to finance the cost of long-term care through a combination of approaches.

What families are saying about independent living in Gulf Shores

Recent reviews for independent living in Gulf Shores

Knollwood Pointe in Mobile, AL

4.3
The activities get a 5!!!! Since we moved Dad in [date removed], the executive director position has changed hands 4 times. That is what I have not been pleased with. Also, no one contacts me when this occurs, so communication on the leadership level has not been good. However, we have a great ...
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Homestead Village of Pensacola

5.0
My dad has been a resident here for over a year. I'm so thankful that he's going to be able to age in place and not have to move to another facility as his dementia progresses. He's happy, and that's what counts most of all.

Homestead Village of Fairhope

4.0
Although my mom is still adjusting I know in my heart that she is where she should be. Her biggest complaint is that she has to ask for any over the counter medicine she wants to take, ( ie: aleve, etc) it's not allowed in the residents apartments. Everyone has been very friendly and ...
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Gulf Shores independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Gulf Shores independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Gulf Shores, 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 Gulf Shores 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 Gulf Shores partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Gulf Shores, ALNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
24.7%
20.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
28.6%
34.1%
No sugar
No sugar
24.7%
31.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
18.2%
33.6%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
1.3%
8.1%
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Availability of select dining options in Gulf Shores 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 Gulf Shores communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Gulf Shores, ALNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
19.5%
36.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
28.6%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
28.6%
36.9%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
6.5%
17.4%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Gulf Shores 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 Gulf Shores offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Gulf Shores, ALNational
Activity director
Activity director
36.4%
45.3%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
29.9%
28.4%
Community service programs
Community service programs
26%
32.8%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
40.3%
49.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
39%
49.8%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
37.7%
54.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
35.1%
43.1%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
23.4%
37.7%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
29.9%
41.7%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
37.7%
47.5%
Live performances
Live performances
32.5%
47.3%
Dances
Dances
26%
32.6%
Fitness center
Fitness center
16.9%
39.8%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
37.7%
47%
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Frequently Asked Questions

Seagrass Village of Gulf Shores, Gardens of Daphne and Asher Point Independent Living of Mobile are the top-rated independent living facilities near Gulf Shores, Alabama. See full list of communities.
There are 99 independent living facilities near Gulf Shores, Alabama. See the full list.
The best independent living facilities near you in Gulf Shores, Alabama are Gardens of Daphne and The Waterford at Carpenter's Creek. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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