Flats at Colebridge sits at 851 Bell Avenue in Tarrant, Alabama, standing three stories high with 56 senior apartments built in 2016 by Vantage Group, and it's an affordable living option for people aged 62 and older who want to live on their own with a bit of help if they need it, and you see its wide range of rental units, including studios, one-bedrooms at 742 square feet, and two-bedrooms with 916 square feet, plus some three- and four-bedroom options that aren't as common but do exist in the building, all fitted with full kitchens, Energy Star appliances, air conditioning, central heat and air, decorative blinds, washer and dryer hookups, and dishwashers because the idea is to give practical comfort without a high price tag, and there's uncovered parking and off-street parking, so you won't have to walk too far with groceries, and folks who like to be outdoors can relax at the covered picnic area with grills, use the gazebo, or sit in the indoor and outdoor common spaces, while folks who like socializing can join resident activities, holiday parties, and other scheduled events in the community room.
Some people mention crime and neglect in the area, the elevators have been broken at times, and there are known pest problems and complaints about strangers coming into the building, so safety and cleanliness can be a concern, and the building's managed by various companies like Hollyhand Companies, Jefferson County Housing Authority, Gateway Management, and Vantage Development, all under the funding help of HUD and Jefferson County's community services, so you have to meet income requirements to live here, and there's a refundable deposit equal to one month's rent, though most costs aren't always listed, but the average reported rent is around $275.
Every apartment is handicap accessible with ground floor units, and the property is built for easy access with wide doorways and ramps, which helps anyone who uses a walker or has other mobility issues, and with a non-smoking rule inside, smokers do have a place outdoors, and you'll get a community laundry room if you don't have your own machine. The Flats offers transportation help by being close to a bus line, has health care staff for medication management, offers specialized therapy, and support with daily living needs for folks who want to live independently but need some help, and while the staff are friendly and trained, they do handle a lot between assisted living, memory care, and independent living, serving people who just want a quiet place to stay, maybe play a game of cards in the common room, or spend time at the computer center, and the place aims to be a welcoming, inclusive community, but it's best for seniors comfortable in a low-frills, affordable environment who can handle occasional building problems, as it's really meant for people who don't mind some rough edges in return for modern comforts at a lower price.
