Monarch Estates

At Monarch Estates, residents can enjoy a life of total comfort surrounded by the peaceful woodland landscape of Auburn, Alabama.

The community offers independent living, designed to help residents live a maintenance-free lifestyle full of state-of-the-art conveniences. 

Monarch Estates’ all-inclusive monthly rentals are accessible and affordable, giving residents total access to on-site amenities and services like: 

• Premium restaurant-style dining services
• On-site rooms for playing board games and cards
• On-site devotional services and dedicated chapel
• Spacious patio with scenic residential views
• Resident kitchen
• Accessible computers with internet
• Community-use fireplace
• Room for multi-purpose activities and life enrichment
• Access to daily life enrichment activities
• Fitness room with exercise equipment
• On-site library, fully-stocked with books and other media
• Secured walking paths throughout the grounds
• Easy access to laundry facilities on-campus
• Parking spaces
• Spaces for residents to lounge and commune with others
• Private dining rooms for personal celebrations
• Billiard room with pool tables
• Outdoor spaces to explore and enjoy
• Professional beautician and barber services 
• Wifi access throughout the common spaces

The dedicated kitchen staff prepares meals three times per day, using fresh, wholesome ingredients that give residents selections they’ll love. Menu options change daily, but have included popular items like:

• Beef Kabobs
• Molten chocolate cake
• Beef Tenderloin on mint and fava bean puree
• Homemade Gnocchi
• Thanksgiving corn pudding
• White Cranberry Cashew Truffles
• Sausage and Mussels with Garlic Lemon Sauce
• Watermelon, feta and arugula salad with balsamic glaze
• Irish beef stew
• Family-style lobster stuffed mushrooms
• Skillet Barbecue Chicken

Located an hour outside of Montgomery, Auburn is a moderately-sized suburban area with a lot to offer. The community is only minutes away from the East Alabama Medical Center, where residents can get access to health care when needed.

Down the street, residents will find world-class shopping at the Auburn Mall, home to dozens of stores, shops, and restaurants. 

Montgomery is a historical city with a rich history, offering important metropolitan amenities with a flair of Southern charm. Residents will have fun planning day trips to attractions around the city, including points of interest like:

• The Donald E. Davis Arboretum
• The Montgomery Museum of Fine Arts
• The Civil Rights Memorial

Monarch Estates provides shuttle rides for free, letting residents at no extra charge.

Monarch Estates offers a wide range of life enrichment programming that encourages social interaction and peer involvement, creating daily opportunities for residents to nurture their intellectual, spiritual, and physical well-being. 

Popular events on-campus may include: 

• Ladderball 
• Rummikub
• Chair Exercise
• Coffee Klatch
• Adventure travel video screenings
• Arts and crafts
• Holiday celebrations
• Live performances
• Mindful Movement
• Wii Virtual Sports
• Bingo
• Storytelling
• Fitness classes and activities
• Shuffleboard
• Volunteering
• Knitting and crocheting classes
• Raffles

Monarch Estates has many homes for families to choose from when they move in, each designed for residents’ maximum comfort and security.

Availability varies, but apartment homes at Monarch Estates include:

• Studio (Starting at 335 sq ft)
• One-bedroom (Starting at 542 sq ft)
• Two-bedroom (Starting at 877 sq ft)

Each apartment features the community’s premium in-unit amenities, giving residents everything they need to call Monarch Estates home. Some amenities may vary per unit, but include: 

• Carpeting
• Hookups for landlines
• In-unit kitchenettes
• Patios/balconies
• Heating and air conditioning
• Wheelchair accessibility
• Private apartments
• Window treatments
• All-inclusive utilities
• Cable TV access
• Emergency response systems

From the pristine landscaping to the community’s central location, there’s a lot to love about Monarch Estates. The community is much more than a place to stay – it’s a home where neighbors become family.

According to online reviews from residents who loved their experience with Monarch Estates, they would recommend the community to family and friends because:

• The concierge services are included with the monthly fees, giving residents easy access to important amenities at no extra charge
• The community is nestled in a beautiful location, just minutes from the nearby town
• There is plenty of space for residents to enjoy time with their family and friends in the common areas
• The apartments, dining room, and common spaces are always pristine and welcoming, thanks to the community’s convenient housekeeping services and diligent maintenance staff 
• Residents are encouraged to live an independent lifestyle at Monarch Estates, determining their own daily routine
• The community has many floor plans to consider, creating options that are budget-friendly for incoming families

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q: Where is Monarch Estates located?

Monarch Estates is located at: 

1550 E University Dr

Auburn, AL 36830

Q: What care services and amenities does Monarch Estates provide?

Monarch Estates is a dedicated independent living community offering everything residents need to live each day to the fullest, including amenities like:

• Linen services and laundry facilities
• Access to 24/7 emergency response services
• Free parking (for residents and their guests)
• On-site restaurant-style dining
• Weekly housekeeping and linen care
• Inclusive utilities
• Scheduled transportation options
• Life enrichment programming

To learn more about the amenities residents have access to at Monarch Estates, please use the link above to make an inquiry.

Q: What levels of care does Monarch Estates provide?

Monarch Estates provides independent living on-site. They do not offer assisted living or nursing care, however additional levels of care (like health care services/skilled nursing care and personal care) are available through local third-party care providers. 

To learn more about the levels of care available through Monarch Estates, please use the link above to make an inquiry.

Q: How much does Monarch Estates cost?

While rates for each Monarch Estates floor plan vary, the community offers affordable options that are suitable for most lifestyles and budgets. All of the Holiday Retirement Living agreements are short-term or month-to-month leases, giving residents total control over the length of their stay.

To get a personalized quote for Monarch Estates, and to see which units are available to rent, please use the link above marked “Get Pricing”.

Q: Is Monarch Estates pet-friendly?

Residents may live with a pet during their stay at Monarch Estates, however, all animals must comply with the community’s pet policy. For more information, please use the link above to make an inquiry.

Q: Do the residents seem active and engaged at Monarch Estates?

Life enrichment programming is a key part of Monarch Estates’ commitment to exceptional retirement living. Staying active is a vital part of living a healthy, lifestyle, and Monarch Estates makes it easier than ever with their engaging daily activities and events. 

To learn more about upcoming life enrichment opportunities at Monarch Estates and how they help residents live thriving, active lives, please use the link above to make an inquiry.

There are two hospitals within 25 miles of Monarch Estates, East Alabama Medical Center which is 3.3 miles away, and Lake Martin Community Hospital, which is 22.5 miles away.

Some of the key amenities available at Monarch Estates are:

• Pet Friendly
• Activity Center
• Outdoor Areas
• Beauty & Barber