Medium-capacity home · Offers a balance of services and community atmosphere.
Abiitan Mill City
Abiitan Mill City sits at 428 S 2nd St in downtown Minneapolis, a 110-bed community managed by Ecumen and owned by Erwan Moison. It’s been running for 11 years, and it doesn’t specialize in just one level of care. Independent living, assisted living, and memory care all exist under the same roof, though residents do need to be 55 or older to move in.
Location is genuinely a strength here. The Walk Score is 92, close to the top of the scale, so daily errands rarely require a car. Units run one and two bedrooms, from 694 up to 2,204 square feet, and right now 98 of the 110 beds are filled, putting occupancy at 89 percent.
Two named programs stand out for flexibility: Adult Day Services and Short-Term Transitional Care, alongside respite care and home care support. That combination matters for families who don’t need a permanent move right away but want a real option in place when circumstances shift.
On the regulatory side, inspections here have tended to center on fire-safety systems and medication management, the kind of operational areas state regulators routinely review at communities like this one.
Eleven years of operation, a highly walkable downtown location, and flexible short-term care options: what this shows is how Abiitan Mill City is a Minneapolis community built to handle a range of senior living needs, from an occasional day program to a full move-in, without requiring a family to start over somewhere new as those needs shift.
Community insights.
About this community
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 (27% below)
• Deficiencies per inspection (19% below)
Deficiencies
| This Facility | MN Average | vs. MN Avg |
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Total deficiencies
| 8 | 11 | This facility has 27% fewer total deficiencies than a typical Minnesota assisted living residence (8 vs. MN avg 11).↓ 27% better |
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Deficiencies per inspection
| 8.0 | 9.91 | This facility has 19% fewer deficiencies per inspection than a typical Minnesota assisted living residence (8 vs. MN avg 9.91).↓ 19% better |
Inspections
| This Facility | MN Average | vs. MN Avg |
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Total inspections
| 1 | 1 | This facility has total inspections in line with the Minnesota average (1 vs. MN avg 1).— At avg |
Lawsuit overview for Abiitan Mill City
Summary of court-record activity tied to this facility, compiled from publicly available case dockets.
Source: State court e-filing records
What does this home offer?
No pets allowed
Room Sizes: 694 - 794 / 979 - 2204 sq. ft.
Housing Options: 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Building Type: Mid-rise
Fitness and Recreation
Living Spaces & Floor Plans for Abiitan Mill City
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0.4 miles from city center
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Compare Assisted Living around Minneapolis
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.
Care Types in This Table
AL (Assisted Living):
Housing with help for daily activities like bathing, dressing, and medication, without 24-hour skilled nursing.
NH (Nursing Home):
24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs.
SNF (Skilled Nursing Facility):
Round-the-clock nursing care, often for recovery after surgery, injury, or illness.
MC (Memory Care):
Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia.
RC (Respite Care):
Short-term temporary care that gives family caregivers a break.
IL (Independent Living):
Community living with dining, activities, and transportation for active seniors who need little personal care.
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City and state of the facility. Used for mapping and state-average comparisons.
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Licensed bed capacity (maximum allowed). Not the same as how many beds are currently filled.
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Indicates whether residents are allowed to have pets in the facility.
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Third-party neighborhood walkability score (0–100). Convenience/context metric, not a healthcare quality measure.
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Description of bed or unit types offered (e.g. assisted living, memory care), as reported in state or facility disclosures.
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Number of years the company has been in operation.
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Reported or derived occupancy for the facility—typically how fully licensed capacity is utilized. Compare across peers in the same market.
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Better Business Bureau grade for the operating company. Reflects complaint handling and business practices, not clinical care quality.
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Minnesota interviews residents directly — covering food, activities, staff, privacy, and sense of choice — including those with memory loss. The facility's score is compared to similarly sized facilities statewide and converted to a 1–5 star rating. <em>Source: MN DHS Assisted Living Report Card</em>
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Minnesota surveys the primary family contact for each resident, asking about meals, staff responsiveness, safety, and likelihood to recommend. Scores are compared to peer facilities and converted to a 1–5 star rating. "–" = too few responses to score; "X" = facility refused to participate. <em>Source: MN DHS Assisted Living Report Card</em>
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The percentage of residents who reported satisfaction with food variety and mealtimes in Minnesota's statewide quality-of-life survey. Food tends to score lower than other domains statewide, so scores above 85% reflect strong performance relative to peers. <em>Source: MN DHS Assisted Living Report Card</em>
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Count of regulatory inspections in the reporting window. Higher volume can reflect more oversight visits, complaint-driven surveys, or routine licensure cycles.
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Total count of deficiencies (cited regulatory issues) recorded in the selected reporting period. Read alongside inspection counts for context.
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The average number of deficiencies this facility receives each time it's inspected, calculated as total deficiencies ÷ total inspections. A lower number suggests more consistent compliance with safety and care standards.
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| New Perspective Arden Hills | AL IL MC | Arden Hills | 160
Facility
160
MN AVG
61
Rank
#29 / 529 | Yes |
33
Facility
33
MN AVG
45
Rank
#392 / 614 | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed | 19
Facility
19
MN AVG
18
Rank
#47 / 137 |
61.3%
Facility
61.3%
MN AVG
75.7%
Rank
#203 / 270 | A+ | 63.7%
Facility
63.7%
MN AVG
80.3
Rank
#141 / 149 | 1 | 10
Facility
10
MN AVG
10
Rank
#140 / 274 | 10.0
Facility
10.0
MN AVG
10.0
Rank
#152 / 274 | ||
| Walker Methodist Walker Place | AL IL MC NH RC SNF | Minneapolis (Southwest Minneapolis) | 120
Facility
120
MN AVG
61
Rank
#71 / 529 | Yes |
74
Facility
74
MN AVG
45
Rank
#87 / 614 | 1 Bed / 2 Bed | 20
Facility
20
MN AVG
18
Rank
#43 / 137 |
96.7%
Facility
96.7%
MN AVG
75.7%
Rank
#33 / 270 | A+ | 91.3%
Facility
91.3%
MN AVG
80.3
Rank
#14 / 149 | 1 | 9
Facility
9
MN AVG
10
Rank
#123 / 274 | 9.0
Facility
9.0
MN AVG
10.0
Rank
#137 / 274 | ||
| The Kenwood | AL IL | Minneapolis (Calhoun Isles) | 118
Facility
118
MN AVG
61
Rank
#79 / 529 | Yes |
90
Facility
90
MN AVG
45
Rank
#10 / 614 | 1 Bed / 2 Bed | 40
Facility
40
MN AVG
18
Rank
#10 / 137 |
29.7%
Facility
29.7%
MN AVG
75.7%
Rank
#268 / 270 | A+ | 94.2%
Facility
94.2%
MN AVG
80.3
Rank
#5 / 149 | 1 | 20
Facility
20
MN AVG
10
Rank
#242 / 274 | 20.0
Facility
20.0
MN AVG
10.0
Rank
#251 / 274 | ||
| Abiitan Mill City | AL IL MC | Minneapolis (Central Minneapolis) | 110
Facility
110
MN AVG
61
Rank
#98 / 529 | No |
92
Facility
92
MN AVG
45
Rank
#6 / 614 | 1 Bed / 2 Bed | 11
Facility
11
MN AVG
18
Rank
#89 / 137 |
89.1%
Facility
89.1%
MN AVG
75.7%
Rank
#75 / 270 | - | 73.3%
Facility
73.3%
MN AVG
80.3
Rank
#115 / 149 | 1 | 8
Facility
8
MN AVG
10
Rank
#101 / 274 | 8.0
Facility
8.0
MN AVG
10.0
Rank
#115 / 274 | ||
| Minnehaha Senior Living | AL IL MC | Minneapolis (Standish) | 84
Facility
84
MN AVG
61
Rank
#166 / 529 | No |
73
Facility
73
MN AVG
45
Rank
#91 / 614 | - | 15
Facility
15
MN AVG
18
Rank
#74 / 137 |
94.0%
Facility
94.0%
MN AVG
75.7%
Rank
#46 / 270 | - | 61.7%
Facility
61.7%
MN AVG
80.3
Rank
#146 / 149 | 1 | 3
Facility
3
MN AVG
10
Rank
#14 / 274 | 3.0
Facility
3.0
MN AVG
10.0
Rank
#19 / 274 |
Financial Assistance for
Assisted Living in Minnesota
Abiitan Mill City is located in Minneapolis, Minnesota.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Abiitan Mill City
What neighborhood is Abiitan Mill City in?
Abiitan Mill City is in the Central Minneapolis neighborhood of Minneapolis.
Is Abiitan Mill City in a walkable area?
Abiitan Mill City has a walk score of 92. Walker's paradise. Daily errands do not require a car, with many shops and services nearby.
What is the occupancy rate at Abiitan Mill City?
Abiitan Mill City's occupancy is 89%.
How long has Abiitan Mill City been in business?
Abiitan Mill City has been operating for approximately 11 years, based on available licensing and registration records.
Are pets allowed at Abiitan Mill City?
No, Abiitan Mill City has a no-pet policy.
How many beds does Abiitan Mill City have?
Abiitan Mill City has 110 beds.
Has Abiitan Mill City had any deficiencies?
Abiitan Mill City has had 8 reported deficiencies since 2025 according to records from Minnesota Dept. of Human Services (DHS).
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