Plainview Estates
Plainview Estates is an eight-bed residential care home located at 2507 Fairview Avenue in Cloquet, Minnesota. The property is a single-story house that currently provides lodging for seven residents, meaning it operates at near-full occupancy. The ground-floor setup eliminates the need for residents to climb stairs when moving between their rooms and the kitchen.
The daily routine centers on providing housing, meals, and assistance with personal care. The surrounding Carlton County neighborhood carries a walkability score of 19 out of 100, which means staff, residents, and visitors depend on a vehicle for medical appointments and shopping trips.
Families researching local care options can contact the facility operator directly to ask about the single open bed, inquiring also about how the team has addressed recent state inspection findings regarding emergency planning, medication routines, fire safety compliance, and care records.
About this community
Occupancy
Inspection History
In Minnesota, the Department of Health, Health Regulation Division is the primary authority for conducting onsite inspections and reporting on the quality of care in residential facilities.
Inspection Scorecard
This scorecard compares key inspection, deficiency, and complaint metrics at this facility against the Minnesota state average. Metrics rated ≥15% worse than average are highlighted in red; those ≥15% better are highlighted in green.
Since 2025 vs. Minnesota state average• Total deficiencies (200% above) 0 Better No metrics in this bucket.
Deficiencies
| This Facility | MN Average | vs. MN Avg |
|---|---|---|---|
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Total deficiencies
| 30 | 10 | This facility has 200% more total deficiencies than a typical Minnesota assisted living residence (30 vs. MN avg 10).↑ 200% worse |
Inspection Reports Summary
An editor-reviewed summary of the themes and findings across this facility's recent inspection reports.
- April 15, 2025 follow-up survey found 30 deficiencies including emergency preparedness, medication administration errors, and food service violations, with many required policies and documentation missing or incomplete.
- The facility failed to maintain a written emergency plan, fire safety compliance, 24/7 RN access, and proper medication storage and administration procedures.
- Staffing plans, resident reassessments, dementia care disclosures, and treatment records were incomplete or missing, indicating widespread failures in resident care and regulatory compliance.
What does this home offer?
Building Type: Single-story
Housekeeping Services
Social and Recreational Activities
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2.1 miles from city center
Estimated distance in miles from Cloquet's city center to Plainview Estates's address, calculated via Google Maps.
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Compare Assisted Living around the area
Info below is compiled from the MN Dept. of Health, senior community websites & trusted data sources such as Walk Score & BBB.
Communities are listed from highest to lowest based on our ranking methodology.
| Presbyterian Homes of Bloomington | AL IL MC NH SNF | Bloomington (West Bloomington) | 111
Facility
111
MN AVG
61
Rank
#97 / 528 | No |
37
Facility
37
MN AVG
43
Rank
#357 / 632 | 1 Bed / 2 Bed | 29
Facility
29
MN AVG
18
Rank
#20 / 138 | 81.1% | - | 87.1%
Facility
87.1%
MN AVG
80.3
Rank
#41 / 149 | 4 | 21
Facility
21
MN AVG
10
Rank
#248 / 274 | 5.3
Facility
5.3
MN AVG
10.0
Rank
#71 / 274 | ||
| Trillium Woods | AL IL MC NH SNF | Plymouth (Glacier Vista) | 44
Facility
44
MN AVG
61
Rank
#273 / 528 | No |
4
Facility
4
MN AVG
43
Rank
#585 / 632 | - | 11
Facility
11
MN AVG
18
Rank
#89 / 138 | 72.7% | A+ | - | - | - | 3 | 4
Facility
4
MN AVG
10
Rank
#27 / 274 | 1.3
Facility
1.3
MN AVG
10.0
Rank
#12 / 274 |
| Golden LivingCenter in Moorhead | AL NH | Moorhead | 42
Facility
42
MN AVG
61
Rank
#280 / 528 | No |
48
Facility
48
MN AVG
43
Rank
#272 / 632 | - | - | 86.7% | - | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| Pelican Valley Senior Living | AL HOS MC NH RC SNF | Pelican Rapids (East Mill Avenue) | 28
Facility
28
MN AVG
61
Rank
#344 / 528 | No |
58
Facility
58
MN AVG
43
Rank
#191 / 632 | Private Rooms | - | 91.1% | - | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| Plainview Estates | AL | Cloquet | 8
Facility
8
MN AVG
61
Rank
#384 / 528 | No |
19
Facility
19
MN AVG
43
Rank
#500 / 632 | - | - | 87.5% | - | 65.6%
Facility
65.6%
MN AVG
80.3
Rank
#139 / 149 | 1 | 30
Facility
30
MN AVG
10
Rank
#265 / 274 | 30.0
Facility
30.0
MN AVG
10.0
Rank
#270 / 274 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Plainview Estates
Is Plainview Estates in a walkable area?
Plainview Estates has a walk score of 19. Car-dependent. Most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options.
What is the occupancy rate at Plainview Estates?
Plainview Estates's occupancy is 88%.
Are pets allowed at Plainview Estates?
No, Plainview Estates has a no-pet policy.
How many beds does Plainview Estates have?
Plainview Estates has 8 beds.
Are there photos of Plainview Estates?
Yes — there is 1 photo of Plainview Estates in the photo gallery on this page.
What is the address of Plainview Estates?
Plainview Estates is located at 2507 Fairview Avenue, Cloquet, MN 55720.
What is the phone number of Plainview Estates?
(218) 879-2733 will put you in contact with the team at Plainview Estates.
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