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The cost of independent living in Tarsus is about $4,049 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 72 options. Read 730 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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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
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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.
Provides: Independent Living
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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.
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Provides: Independent Living
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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.
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My mom is doing great as a resident in the community. She enjoys the meals and the activities are good. She has been happy so far and the staff are good with the care and good at giving my updates where it...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent 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.
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.
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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Provides: Assisted Living, Independent 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.
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: 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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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.
Lighthouse Pointe is set in a private wooded environment on Hwy.27 just south of Carrollton. It is convenient to shopping, doctors and hospitals. Lighthouse Pointe is a full service personal care facility designed to provide the mature adult with living accommodations and other essential services...
Provides: Independent Living
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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.
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Cost of independent living in Tarsus, AL

The average cost of senior living in Tarsus is $4,049 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Ashville, AL with an average of $3,068 per month.

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

Tarsus, AL
$4,077/mo

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

Tarsus, AL
$4,077/mo
$3,583/mo
U.S. national average
$4,152/mo

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

$4,115/mo
Independent Living
$4,077/mo

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

Semi-Private
$4,346/mo
Studio
$4,340/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,506/mo
2 Bedroom
$6,679/mo

Senior living costs in Tarsus 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: Tarsus, AL
Column state: Alabama
Column national: U.S.
Community typeTarsus, ALAlabamaU.S.
Independent Living$4,077/mo$3,583/mo$4,152/mo
Assisted Living$4,018/mo$3,925/mo$4,712/mo
Memory Care$4,115/mo$3,984/mo$4,946/mo
Independent Living
Tarsus, AL:$4,077/mo
Alabama:$3,583/mo
U.S.:$4,152/mo
Assisted Living
Tarsus, AL:$4,018/mo
Alabama:$3,925/mo
U.S.:$4,712/mo
Memory Care
Tarsus, AL:$4,115/mo
Alabama:$3,984/mo
U.S.:$4,946/mo
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Independent living costs in Tarsus, AL, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly independent living costs have shifted over the past five years in Tarsus 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 Tarsus, AL

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Tarsus 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
Tarsus, AL$3,254/mo$3,024/mo+7.6%
Alabama$2,827/mo$2,692/mo+5.0%
National$3,251/mo$3,154/mo+3.1%
Tarsus, AL
2024 average cost:$3,254/mo
2023 average cost:$3,024/mo
Percent change:+7.6%
Alabama
2024 average cost:$2,827/mo
2023 average cost:$2,692/mo
Percent change:+5.0%
National
2024 average cost:$3,251/mo
2023 average cost:$3,154/mo
Percent change:+3.1%
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What families are saying about independent living in Tarsus

Recent reviews for independent living in Tarsus

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.

The Pines at Birmingham

4.1
The facility is pretty nice, I think some things could be upgraded. But mom is very pleased. The staff is very friendly and quick to address any issues we have. They do housekeeping often and her room is very clean. The food is good, mom is happy with it. Communication with the family is very ...
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Tarsus independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Tarsus independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Tarsus, 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 Tarsus 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 Tarsus partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
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Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
23%
20.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
31.1%
34.4%
No sugar
No sugar
26.2%
30.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
24.6%
33.5%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
3.3%
10.4%
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Availability of select dining options in Tarsus 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 Tarsus communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Tarsus, ALNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
24.6%
36.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
32.8%
43.4%
Room service
Room service
24.6%
36.9%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
9.8%
17.2%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Tarsus 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 Tarsus offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
41%
45.1%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
26.2%
28.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
31.1%
33%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
49.2%
47.5%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
44.3%
48.8%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
45.9%
54%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
36.1%
42.9%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
32.8%
38.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
36.1%
41.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
42.6%
47.1%
Live performances
Live performances
39.3%
46.7%
Dances
Dances
26.2%
33%
Fitness center
Fitness center
26.2%
39.4%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
41%
46.4%
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