Overview of Mount Royal Pines III

Twenty-seven years is a long time for any assisted living community to stay open, and Mount Royal Pines III has spent all of them in Duluth, Minnesota, at 50 E St Marie St. It’s a 54-bed community in a three-story apartment building, with one- and two-bedroom units for residents to choose from.

The neighborhood scores a 61 on walkability, moderately walkable, so some errands can be handled on foot while others still call for a car. Twenty-four-hour staffing is in place, and home care is available as an additional service beyond the standard residential setup. Transportation services help fill in the gaps for anything outside walking range.

Inside, there’s a fitness center, a wellness program, a library, and a salon, the kind of everyday amenities that let residents handle small parts of daily life without leaving the building. Pets are allowed here too, so a move doesn’t have to mean giving up a companion animal.

Aspirus St. Luke’s Hospital and its emergency department sit under two miles away, close enough to be a real factor if medical access matters to the decision. What Mount Royal Pines III offers, based on nearly three decades in operation, is stability: a pet-friendly, moderately walkable community with round-the-clock staffing and enough on-site amenities to cover most of daily life without extra trips.

Bed community size
54-bed community Rank #244 / 529Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 244th out of 529 homes in Minnesota for Bed Count. Shows this facility's certified or reported bed count compared to other Minnesota facilities. Larger communities may offer more amenities, programs, and on-site services for residents and families.Facilities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings are based only on facilities in Minnesota that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
A moderately sized community that may balance personal attention with shared amenities and social activities.
Years in operation
27 years in operation Rank #23 / 138Years in operation — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 23rd out of 138 homes in Minnesota for Years In Operation. Shows how long this facility has been in operation compared to other Minnesota facilities. Longer operating histories may benefit residents, families, and staff.Facilities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings are based only on facilities in Minnesota that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
A longer operating history, which may indicate experience navigating regulations and delivering ongoing care.
Walk Score
Walk Score: 61 / 100 Rank #159 / 632Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 159th out of 632 homes in Minnesota for Walk Score. Shows how walkable this facility's neighborhood is compared to the average Walk Score across Minnesota facilities. Higher scores benefit residents, families, and staff.Facilities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings are based only on facilities in Minnesota that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Moderately walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities.
BBB Rating
BBB Rating: A+ (Not Accredited)
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About this community

Awards

Best Assisted Living in Duluth

License Details

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Safety & Compliance

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Staffing

Key information about the people who lead and staff this community.

Leadership

ContactKathy Anderson, Manager (per BBB, record updated Jul 2026)

Staffing & Medical

1 service
24-Hour Staffing

Additional Services

1 service
Home Care

Amenities & Lifestyle

Fitness Center
Library
Salon
Beauty Shop
Dining Room
Restaurant
Transportation
Wellness Program

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What does this home offer?

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Pets Allowed

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Room Sizes: 337 - 390 / 444 / 504 - 539 / 564 - 629 sq. ft

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Housing Options: 1 Bed / 2 Bed

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Building Type: 3-story

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Transportation Services

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Fitness and Recreation

Managed by Melissa Whiteside

Executive Director

Living Spaces & Floor Plans for Mount Royal Pines III

2 bedroom
1 Bedroom
1 Bedroom

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Address 3.3 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from Duluth's city center to Mount Royal Pines III's address, calculated via Google Maps. — 1.74 miles to nearest hospital (Aspirus St. Luke's Hospital - Emergency Department)

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The information below is reported by the Minnesota Department of Health, Health Regulation Division.

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Financial Assistance for
Assisted Living in Minnesota

Mount Royal Pines III is located in Duluth, Minnesota.
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Elderly Waiver

Minnesota Medicaid EW

Age 65+
General Minnesota resident, Medicaid-eligible, nursing home-level care need.
Income Limits (2025) ~$2,829/month 300% FBR, individual
Asset Limits $3,000 individual, higher than most states
MN

Higher asset limit; rural access focus.

Benefits
Personal care (5-7 hours/day) Respite (240 hours/year) Adult day care (~$70/day) Home aides

Essential Community Supports (ECS)

Minnesota ECS

Age 65+
General Minnesota resident, at risk of decline but not nursing home level.
Income Limits ~$1,732/month individual, varies
Asset Limits $3,000 individual
MN

Bridges gap for those ineligible for waivers.

Benefits
In-home support (2-4 hours/week) Respite (up to 5 days/year) Transportation (~5 trips/month)

Alternative Care (AC) Program

Minnesota Alternative Care Program

Age 65+
General Minnesota resident, NFLOC, not MA-eligible.
Income Limits (2025) ~$1,255-$2,829/month (100%-300% FPL); sliding scale copays.
Asset Limits $3,000 (individual); home equity limit $713,000.
MN

CDCS option; statewide via counties.

Benefits
Personal care (4-6 hours/day) Respite (~5 days/year) Home health Meals Home mods

Minnesota Senior Health Options (MSHO)

Minnesota Senior Health Options

Age 65+
General Minnesota resident, eligible for MA and Medicare Parts A/B.
Income Limits (2025) ~$1,255/month (100% FPL for MA); spenddown allowed.
Asset Limits $3,000 (individual), $6,000 (couple).
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7 health plans (e.g., UCare, HealthPartners); care coordinator assigned.

Benefits
Personal care (5-7 hours/day) Medical care Respite Adult day care Home mods $900/year groceries (some plans)

Minnesota Senior Care Plus (MSC+)

Minnesota Senior Care Plus

Age 65+
General Minnesota resident, MA-eligible, not on Medicare.
Income Limits (2025) ~$1,255/month (100% FPL); spenddown allowed.
Asset Limits $3,000 (individual), $6,000 (couple).
MN

Includes EW services; 7 health plans available.

Benefits
Personal care (5-7 hours/day) Respite Adult day care Home mods Limited nursing home care

Consumer Support Grant (CSG)

Minnesota Consumer Support Grant

Age 65+ or disabled
General Minnesota resident, eligible for MA personal care but opts for grant.
Income Limits (2025) ~$1,255/month (MA-eligible); spenddown allowed.
Asset Limits $3,000 individual
MN

Can hire family; statewide via counties.

Benefits
Cash (~$500-$1,500/month) for personal care Respite Home mods Assistive tech

Medicare Savings Program (MSP)

Minnesota Medicare Savings Program

Age 65+ or disabled
General Minnesota resident, Medicare Part A/B.
Income Limits (2025) ~$2,510/month (QMB), ~$3,380/month (SLMB), ~$3,598/month (QI)—individual.
Asset Limits $9,430 (individual), $14,130 (couple).
MN

Three tiers; no waitlist; includes Extra Help for Part D.

Benefits
Covers Part B premiums ($174.70/month) Deductibles ($240/year) Copays (~20%)

VA Aid and Attendance (A&A) and Housebound Benefits

Minnesota VA Aid and Attendance/Housebound

Age 65+ or disabled veteran/spouse
General Minnesota resident, wartime service, need for ADL help (A&A) or homebound.
Income Limits (2025) Net income < ~$1,984/month (veteran with dependent, A&A); pension offsets income.
Asset Limits ~$155,356 net worth limit
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High veteran demand in rural/urban areas.

Benefits
Cash (~$1,433-$2,642/month veteran, ~$951-$1,318 spouse) for care costs (e.g., in-home, assisted living)

Frequently Asked Questions about Mount Royal Pines III

What neighborhood is Mount Royal Pines III in?

Mount Royal Pines III is in the Chester Park neighborhood of Duluth.

Is Mount Royal Pines III in a walkable area?

Mount Royal Pines III has a walk score of 61. Moderately walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities.

Does Mount Royal Pines III have different floorplan options?

Yes — see the floorplan options available at Mount Royal Pines III on this page.

Are pets allowed at Mount Royal Pines III?

Yes, Mount Royal Pines III allows residents to bring their pets.

Are there photos of Mount Royal Pines III?

Yes — there are 3 photos of Mount Royal Pines III in the photo gallery on this page.

What is the address of Mount Royal Pines III?

Mount Royal Pines III is located at 50 E St Marie St, Duluth, MN 55803.

What is the phone number of Mount Royal Pines III?

(218) 724-5500 will put you in contact with the team at Mount Royal Pines III.

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