Northport Highlands
Assisted Living, Memory Care & Respite Care · Northport, MI
Northport Highlands
Assisted Living, Memory Care & Respite Care · Northport, MI
Overview of Northport Highlands
Northport Highlands is a 41-bed assisted living and memory care community at 215 S. High Street in Northport, Leelanau County, Michigan. Operated by Parkside of Northport, LLC, the facility offers assisted living, memory care, respite care, and rehabilitation services with 24-hour staffing and a 1 to 4 staff-to-resident ratio. License.
The facility provides three daily meals with nutrition tailored to individual needs. Physical amenities include a heated indoor pool, fitness room, housekeeping and laundry services, private dining room, and outdoor patio and garden. Programming is structured around physical therapy, aqua aerobics, and resident council meetings.
The inspection record demonstrates exceptional consistency.
July 2009 original licensing found substantial compliance with zero deficiencies at the initial 41-bed capacity.
Three subsequent renewals in February 2023, February 2024, and June 2025 each documented substantial compliance with no violations noted. The June 2025 inspection covered 13 residents and 8 staff members and found no deficiencies related to resident care, safety, or administrative rules.
No complaint investigations were reported across the 16-year record. The stable zero-deficiency history across multiple inspection cycles suggests reliable operational controls and sustained administrative attention to licensing requirements.
The facility’s 16-year operational tenure without regulatory citation is notable.
The maintenance of constant 41-bed capacity since inception indicates institutional stability and absence of expansion pressures. Census data from June 2025 showed 13 residents, reflecting current occupancy at roughly one-third capacity. The moderately walkable setting (walk score 51, ranked 208th statewide) positions the community near Grand Traverse Bay, providing access to regional services and waterfront amenities. This location profile suits residents valuing scenic setting and seasonal recreational access.
The zero-deficiency record across all four inspections in the available history is clinically significant. It reflects either disciplined operational execution or documentation of minimal resident census during inspections, or both. The small facility size and consistent staffing ratio may facilitate the kind of oversight that larger operations find difficult to maintain.
Northport Highlands is suited for residents requiring assisted living or memory care with therapeutic programming, aquatic amenities, and waterfront setting in smaller-scale community.
41-bed community Rank #287 / 435Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 287th out of 435 homes in Michigan. Shows this facility's certified or reported bed count compared to other Michigan facilities. Larger communities may offer more amenities, programs, and on-site services for residents and families.Rankings are based only on facilities in Michigan 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.
Walk Score: 51 / 100 Rank #208 / 703Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 208th out of 703 homes in Michigan. Shows how walkable this facility's neighborhood is compared to the average Walk Score across Michigan facilities. Higher scores benefit residents, families, and staff.Rankings are based only on facilities in Michigan 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.
About this community
Facility TypeHomes For The Aged
StatusRegular
IssuanceAugust 1, 2026
ExpirationJuly 31, 2027
CountyLeelanau
License NumberAH450293385
Owner NameParkside Of Northport, LLC
Emergency Systemspersonal call system
Rehabilitation Services
Respite Care
Nursing Services
24-Hour Staffing
Staff-to-Resident Ratio:
1:4
Three Meals A Day
Housekeeping
Laundry Service
Fitness Room
Heated Indoor Pool
Outdoor Patio And Garden
Private Dining Room
Activities
Specific ProgramsPhysical Therapy, Aqua Aerobics, Resident Council Meetings
Inspection History
In Michigan, the Department of Licensing and Regulatory Affairs (LARA) conducts unannounced inspections and investigations to ensure long-term care facilities comply with state health codes.
Since 2009 · 17 years of data
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The information below is reported by the Michigan Department of Licensing and Regulatory Affairs (LARA).
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| Northport Highlands | AL MC RC | Northport | 41 | No | - | 51 | - |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Northport Highlands
Who is the owner of Northport Highlands?
Northport Highlands is legally operated by Parkside of Northport, LLC.
Is Northport Highlands in a walkable area?
Northport Highlands has a walk score of 51. Moderately walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities.
What is the license number of Northport Highlands?
According to MI state health department records, Northport Highlands's license number is AH450293385.
When does Northport Highlands's license expire?
According to MI state health department records, Northport Highlands's license expires on July 31, 2027.
How many beds does Northport Highlands have?
Northport Highlands has 41 beds.
Are there photos of Northport Highlands?
Yes — there are 3 photos of Northport Highlands in the photo gallery on this page.
What is the address of Northport Highlands?
Northport Highlands is located at 215 S. High St, Northport, MI 49670.
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