The Heritage At Northern Hills
The Heritage at Northern Hills sits on the north side of Sioux City, in the Teton Trace neighborhood of Woodbury County, at 4002 Teton Trace. It’s a two-story, 128-bed community that’s been open for 26 years, offering independent living, assisted living, and respite care under one administrator, Christy Nikkel. The neighborhood is car-dependent, with a Walk Score of 18: most errands mean getting in a car rather than walking down the block.
Inside, residents choose from studio, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom layouts. Right now 63 of the community’s 128 beds are filled, putting occupancy at 49 percent, well below full capacity. Care comes from a team that includes a registered nurse, licensed practical nurses, and certified medication aides, with support available around the clock.
Daily life includes a movie theater, a game room, a salon and barbershop, and a café, plus a restaurant-style dining room for meals. Transportation services help residents get to appointments or run errands without needing a car of their own. Pets are welcome here, so a move doesn’t have to mean parting with a dog or cat.
Iowa’s Department of Inspections, Appeals, and Licensing reviews long-term care communities like this one for health and safety compliance. At The Heritage at Northern Hills, the themes that have come up in that process include medication management, staffing and staff credentials, and care planning and documentation.
With a mix of independent living, assisted living, and respite options in one place, this is a community built for families who want room to shift the level of care as needs change, without having to relocate to a different facility altogether.
About this community
Occupancy
The Heritage At Northern Hills is administered by Christy Nikkel.
Inspection History
In Iowa, the Department of Inspections, Appeals, and Licensing conducts unannounced health and safety surveys to monitor compliance and protect residents in long-term care settings.
Inspection Scorecard
This scorecard compares key inspection, deficiency, and complaint metrics at this facility against the Iowa state average. Metrics rated ≥15% worse than average are highlighted in red; those ≥15% better are highlighted in green.
Since 2004 vs. Iowa state average• Total deficiencies (59% above) 0 Better No metrics in this bucket.
Deficiencies
| This Facility | IA Average | vs. IA Avg |
|---|---|---|---|
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Total deficiencies
| 43 | 27 | This facility has 59% more total deficiencies than a typical Iowa assisted living residence (43 vs. IA avg 27).↑ 59% worse |
Inspections
| This Facility | IA Average | vs. IA Avg |
|---|---|---|---|
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Total inspections
| 22 | 15 | This facility has had 47% more total inspections than the Iowa average (22 vs. IA avg 15). More inspections can mean more regulatory scrutiny rather than worse care.↑ 47% more |
What does this home offer?
Pets Allowed
Housing Options: Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Building Type: Two-story
Transportation Services
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Info below is compiled from the IA Dept. of Inspections, Appeals & Licensing (DIAL), senior community websites & trusted data sources such as Walk Score & BBB.
Communities are listed from highest to lowest based on our ranking methodology.
| The Heritage At Northern Hills | AL IL RC | Sioux City (Teton Trace) | 128
Facility
128
IA AVG
71
Rank
#32 / 406 | Yes |
18
Facility
18
IA AVG
45
Rank
#430 / 528 | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed | 26
Facility
26
IA AVG
19
Rank
#75 / 286 | 49.2% | - | 22 | 10
Facility
10
IA AVG
7
Rank
#232 / 294 | 4
Facility
4
IA AVG
0.9
Rank
#269 / 294 |
| Sunrise Retirement Community | AL IL MC NH RC SNF | Sioux City | 74
Facility
74
IA AVG
71
Rank
#136 / 406 | Yes |
22
Facility
22
IA AVG
45
Rank
#411 / 528 | Studio | 52
Facility
52
IA AVG
19
Rank
#5 / 286 | 90.5% | A+ | 25 | 3
Facility
3
IA AVG
7
Rank
#89 / 294 | 6
Facility
6
IA AVG
0.9
Rank
#284 / 294 |
| Charter Senior Living of Northpark Place | AL IL RESC RC | Sioux City | 60
Facility
60
IA AVG
71
Rank
#213 / 406 | Yes |
59
Facility
59
IA AVG
45
Rank
#160 / 528 | - | 32
Facility
32
IA AVG
19
Rank
#39 / 286 | - | - | 9 | 5
Facility
5
IA AVG
7
Rank
#146 / 294 | 0
Facility
0
IA AVG
0.9
Rank
#1 / 294 |
| Bickford of Sioux City | AL MC | Sioux City (Indian Hills Drive) | 41
Facility
41
IA AVG
71
Rank
#320 / 406 | Yes |
40
Facility
40
IA AVG
45
Rank
#295 / 528 | Private Rooms | 26
Facility
26
IA AVG
19
Rank
#75 / 286 | 48.8% | B- | 22 | 7
Facility
7
IA AVG
7
Rank
#186 / 294 | 6
Facility
6
IA AVG
0.9
Rank
#284 / 294 |
| Heart of Siouxland Senior Care | AL | Sioux City | -
Facility
-
IA AVG
71
Rank
#401 / 406 | No |
66
Facility
66
IA AVG
45
Rank
#118 / 528 | - | - | 0 | - | - | - | - |
Financial Assistance for
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The Heritage At Northern Hills is located in Sioux City, Iowa.
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Frequently Asked Questions about The Heritage At Northern Hills
What neighborhood is The Heritage At Northern Hills in?
The Heritage At Northern Hills is in the Teton Trace neighborhood of Sioux City.
Is The Heritage At Northern Hills in a walkable area?
The Heritage At Northern Hills has a walk score of 18. Car-dependent. Most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options.
What is the license number of The Heritage At Northern Hills?
According to IA state health department records, The Heritage At Northern Hills's license number is S0058.
When does The Heritage At Northern Hills's license expire?
According to IA state health department records, The Heritage At Northern Hills's license expires on December 12, 2027.
What is the occupancy rate at The Heritage At Northern Hills?
The Heritage At Northern Hills's occupancy is 49%.
How long has The Heritage At Northern Hills been in business?
The Heritage At Northern Hills has been operating for approximately 26 years, based on available licensing and registration records.
Are pets allowed at The Heritage At Northern Hills?
Yes, The Heritage At Northern Hills allows residents to bring their pets.
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