Page 15 of Best Assisted Living in Minnesota

Why trust this guide? Our editorial team analyzed 530 assisted living communities in MN using MN Dept. of Health data, inspection records, complaints, amenities, and facility-level details. How we rank assisted living in MN
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Avg Monthly Cost: $6,180The average monthly cost across facilities in Minnesota. Reflects published or estimated base rates and can vary with care level, room type, and amenities. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: $5,600
Avg Walk Score: 45/ 100The average Walk Score across facilities in Minnesota. A third-party neighborhood walkability score (0–100) measuring convenience and context, not healthcare quality. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: 50/ 100
Avg No. of Beds: 61The average licensed bed capacity across facilities in Minnesota. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: 90

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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. RESC (Residential Care): Personal care and daily-living support in a smaller, more intimate residential setting. IL (Independent Living): Community living with dining, activities, and transportation for active seniors who need little personal care. HC (Home Care): Professional care delivered in the person's own home, from companionship to skilled nursing. HOS (Hospice Care): Comfort-focused care for those with a terminal illness, prioritizing quality of life over treatment.
City and state of the facility. Used for mapping and state-average comparisons.
Licensed bed capacity (maximum allowed). Not the same as how many beds are currently filled.
Indicates whether residents are allowed to have pets in the facility.
Third-party neighborhood walkability score (0–100). Convenience/context metric, not a healthcare quality measure.
Description of bed or unit types offered (e.g. assisted living, memory care), as reported in state or facility disclosures.
Number of years the company has been in operation.
Reported or derived occupancy for the facility—typically how fully licensed capacity is utilized. Compare across peers in the same market.
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>
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>
Count of regulatory inspections in the reporting window. Higher volume can reflect more oversight visits, complaint-driven surveys, or routine licensure cycles.
Total count of deficiencies (cited regulatory issues) recorded in the selected reporting period. Read alongside inspection counts for context.
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.
Barross Cottage II LLC
AL
Two Harbors
10
Facility 10
MN AVG 61
Rank #373 / 529
No
49
Facility 49
MN AVG 45
Rank #259 / 614
--
90.0%
Facility 90.0%
MN AVG 75.7%
Rank #67 / 270
1
20
Facility 20
MN AVG 10
Rank #242 / 274
20.0
Facility 20.0
MN AVG 10.0
Rank #251 / 274
Affinity Quality Living LLC
AL
HC
RESC
Shakopee
5
Facility 5
MN AVG 61
Rank #397 / 529
No
29
Facility 29
MN AVG 45
Rank #427 / 614
-
3
Facility 3
MN AVG 18
Rank #135 / 137
-1
6
Facility 6
MN AVG 10
Rank #60 / 274
6.0
Facility 6.0
MN AVG 10.0
Rank #72 / 274
Martha House LLC
AL
Shakopee
5
Facility 5
MN AVG 61
Rank #397 / 529
No
12
Facility 12
MN AVG 45
Rank #550 / 614
-
6
Facility 6
MN AVG 18
Rank #125 / 137
60.0%
Facility 60.0%
MN AVG 75.7%
Rank #204 / 270
1
8
Facility 8
MN AVG 10
Rank #101 / 274
8.0
Facility 8.0
MN AVG 10.0
Rank #115 / 274
Scott Care Home Inc
AL
Savage
5
Facility 5
MN AVG 61
Rank #397 / 529
No
49
Facility 49
MN AVG 45
Rank #259 / 614
--
60.0%
Facility 60.0%
MN AVG 75.7%
Rank #204 / 270
1
5
Facility 5
MN AVG 10
Rank #39 / 274
5.0
Facility 5.0
MN AVG 10.0
Rank #49 / 274
Family Choice Assisted Living
AL
St Paul (North Of Maryland)
5
Facility 5
MN AVG 61
Rank #397 / 529
No
45
Facility 45
MN AVG 45
Rank #299 / 614
--
60.0%
Facility 60.0%
MN AVG 75.7%
Rank #204 / 270
1
5
Facility 5
MN AVG 10
Rank #39 / 274
5.0
Facility 5.0
MN AVG 10.0
Rank #49 / 274
Caring Group Home LLC
AL
N Minneapolis
4
Facility 4
MN AVG 61
Rank #479 / 529
No
75
Facility 75
MN AVG 45
Rank #81 / 614
Private Rooms-
100.0%
Facility 100.0%
MN AVG 75.7%
Rank #1 / 270
1
11
Facility 11
MN AVG 10
Rank #159 / 274
11.0
Facility 11.0
MN AVG 10.0
Rank #171 / 274
Golden Bay Homes LLC
AL
Inver Grove Heights
6
Facility 6
MN AVG 61
Rank #389 / 529
Yes
38
Facility 38
MN AVG 45
Rank #354 / 614
Private Rooms--1
0
Facility 0
MN AVG 10
Rank #1 / 274
0.0
Facility 0.0
MN AVG 10.0
Rank #1 / 274
Eventide Catered Living
AL
HOS
IL
MC
NH
RC
SNF
Moorhead
145
Facility 145
MN AVG 61
Rank #38 / 529
No
44
Facility 44
MN AVG 45
Rank #308 / 614
--
77.7%
Facility 77.7%
MN AVG 75.7%
Rank #143 / 270
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Nedka Care LLC
AL
New Hope
5
Facility 5
MN AVG 61
Rank #397 / 529
No
34
Facility 34
MN AVG 45
Rank #380 / 614
--
80.0%
Facility 80.0%
MN AVG 75.7%
Rank #115 / 270
1
7
Facility 7
MN AVG 10
Rank #84 / 274
7.0
Facility 7.0
MN AVG 10.0
Rank #97 / 274
Heritage Haven III
AL
MC
Duluth (Piedmont Heights)
33
Facility 33
MN AVG 61
Rank #321 / 529
No
4
Facility 4
MN AVG 45
Rank #592 / 614
-
26
Facility 26
MN AVG 18
Rank #24 / 137
84.8%
Facility 84.8%
MN AVG 75.7%
Rank #95 / 270
1
36
Facility 36
MN AVG 10
Rank #269 / 274
36.0
Facility 36.0
MN AVG 10.0
Rank #273 / 274

Rank badges are statewide: each community is ranked against every MN community we track that reports that metric, not just the 530 on this page.

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Overview of Barross Cottage II

Barross Cottage II is an assisted living facility located on 13th Avenue in Two Harbors, Minnesota. Operating as a single-story property with a total capacity of 10 beds, the home maintains a 90 percent occupancy rate. The small-scale residential layout keeps all private bedrooms and shared living spaces on a single floor, assisting residents who have mobility limitations or require a low-maintenance living environment.

The care framework provides non-medical assistance with daily living activities, personal care routines, and meals in a residential setting. The surrounding neighborhood carries a walkability score of 49 out of 100, indicating that while a few local services are accessible on foot, a personal vehicle or local transit is necessary for most community errands and medical appointments.

Prospective families can get in touch with the facility administration to check current room vacancies and admission requirements.

Contact Barross Cottage II LLC

Overview of Affinity Quality Living

Peacefully nestled in Shakopee, MN, Affinity Quality Living is a distinct retreat that offers assisted living. With exceptional support around the clock, residents do not have to worry about their daily living activities and household chores. An emergency alert system and secure accommodations are also provided, ensuring residents’ safety.

There’s no need to worry about recreation and wellness, with a thoughtfully curated calendar of activities and cozy communal spaces. Here, residents enjoy restaurant-style dining with delicious and well-balanced meals, catering to dietary needs and preferences. For convenience and safety, transportation services are also provided. With its well-maintained amenities and high-quality servives, residents enjoy the utmost care they deserve.

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Overview of Martha House

Live a worry-free retirement at Martha House, an astounding community in Shakopee, MN, that offers assisted living. With exceptional support around the clock, residents do not have to worry about their daily living activities. The community also helps with housekeeping and chores, ensuring residents have more time to do the things they love.

Residents can make new friends and gain meaningful experiences with plenty of fun activities and enriching programs based on their interests and capabilities. Delicious and healthy meals are also served to meet residents’ dietary needs and preferences. With transportation services and parking spaces, residents can travel conveniently. Promoting an inviting and supportive environment, the community is ideal for those needing assistance to make the most of their best years.

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Overview of Scott Care Home

Gain fun experiences at Scott Care Home., an astounding haven in Savage, MN, that offers assisted living. Here, residents receive the highest quality of care for their daily living activities, including grooming and dressing, around the clock. The community also strives to maintain residents’ independence, helping with cleaning, laundry, and other household tasks.

Stimulating programs and exciting events are conducted, encouraging residents to live actively and make new friends. Mealtimes promote social interaction and satisfy dietary needs with delicious and healthy dining options. Medication management is also provided, so residents do not have to worry about their prescriptions. The community is a good option for those needing assistance to live comfortably in their golden years.

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Family Choice Assisted Living

272 Arlington Ave W, St Paul, MN 55117
Overview of Family Choice Assisted Living

Focusing on the comfort and satisfaction of seniors, Family Choice Assisted Living located in Arlington Avenue, St. Paul, MN is a premier senior living community that provides a variety of care services. These include Medication Management, 24-hour Care, ADT Security, Meal Preparation, Private Rooms, Nurses, Housekeeping, and Activities of Daily Living. The community features five bedrooms and two bathrooms, all inclusive of Wi-Fi and cable.

With over a decade of experience in senior care, Family Choice Assisted Living focuses on delivering the needs of its residents. Promoting a healthy relationship among its residents, the community conducts recreational activities for seniors to engage and enjoy their environment. Family Choice Assisted Living serves hearty and nutritious meals three times daily, ensuring the satisfaction of its residents.

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Overview of Caring Group Home

Live a worry-free retirement at Caring Group Home, a distinguished community in Minneapolis, MN, that offers assisted living. Daily living activities, including bathing and dressing, are also taken care of 24/7, ensuring residents’ comfort. The community also provides medication management and incontinence care to maintain residents’ independence without hassles.

Enriching cultural activities and stimulating programs are conducted to keep residents active and well-connected. Meal preparation, housekeeping, and laundry are also taken care of, providing residents with a worry-free lifestyle. Travelling to medical appointments is not a problem with transportation services. Here, residents can rest assured of finding the right care for their ever-changing needs, especially with its friendly setting and well-kept amenities.

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Golden Bay Homes LLC

2700 62Nd St E, Inver Grove Heights, MN 55076
Overview of Golden Bay Homes

Live the best of your retirement at Golden Bay Homes, a welcoming haven in Inner Grove Heights, MN, that offers assisted living. Those with stroke, MS, Parkinson’s disease, diabetes, and cancer, among others, are welcome to spend their golden years in its purposely built and secure accommodations. With a compassionate and well-trained team available around the clock, residents receive top-tier assistance for their daily living activities, including bathing and grooming. The community’s over 46 years of experience proves its dedication to providing the highest quality of care for residents to maintain their independence without hassles.

Here, residents can learn new things and enjoy their hobbies with a jam-packed calendar of enriching activities and exciting events. Three delicious and well-balanced meals are also served in different dining areas, ensuring residents enjoy mealtimes that satisfy their dietary needs and preferences. Medication management and incontinence management are available for comfort and convenience. Welcoming residents in its warm and nurturing environment, the community strives to provide the finest retirement experience.

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Overview of Eventide Catered Living

Eventide Catered Living in Moorhead, Minnesota is an oasis of assisted and independent living services that cater to the diverse needs of seniors. Nestled in this vibrant community is a haven that offers not just care, but a gateway to a life that’s holistically healthy, where residents can savor each moment.

At Eventide Catered Living, the heart of community living beats strong. The carefully designed common spaces invite residents to connect and thrive together. Meals that delight the taste buds and home maintenance are seamlessly provided, allowing residents to focus on what truly matters. The dedicated staff, vigilant 24 hours a day, extends personalized care, even aiding with diabetes management and insulin monitoring. This retirement community is an invitation to embrace a life enriched with care, camaraderie, and holistic well-being.

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Nedka Care LLC

4856 Flag Avenue North, New Hope, MN 55428
Overview of Nedka Care

Situated in the serene residential area of New Hope, MN, Nedka Care is a compassionate community that offers assisted living. Here, residents receive high-quality assistance for their daily living activities and household tasks from a compassionate and well-trained team available around the clock. The community also provides medication management and incontinence care for residents’ convenience.

Residents will not run out of things to do with a variety of fun recreational activities and engaging programs that aim to keep them active. Mealtimes also promote social interactions with delightful and healthy meals served three times daily. Here, residents do not have to worry about travelling to their medical appointments, as transportation services are also available. The community creates the ideal setting for residents to make the most of their best years without worries.

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Overview of Heritage Haven III

Heritage Haven III has spent 26 years in Duluth, Minnesota, and what it’s built its identity around is specific: dementia and memory care. The 33-bed community sits at 3044 Morris Thomas Rd, about 3.3 miles from downtown, in a stretch of the city where a car is essentially required. The Walk Score here is 4, about as car-dependent as it gets.

85% of its beds are filled, 28 out of 33, which speaks to the ongoing demand in a city this size. The community is approved for dementia care specifically, not just equipped to handle it as an afterthought, and that approval comes with a dedicated wellness program built around it. Personalized support and memory care therapies round out what’s actually offered to residents who need that level of attention.

Licensed nurses and CNAs staff the place, and home care is available as an additional service beyond the residential setup. For day-to-day life, there are art classes and fitness sessions, small things, but they’re the kind of structure that keeps residents engaged rather than just occupying space.

On the regulatory side, inspections at facilities like this one tend to center on medication management, fire safety systems, staffing credentials, and care planning documentation, the same handful of areas regulators watch across assisted living generally.

What Heritage Haven III offers, in the end, is a long-tenured, dementia-focused community in Duluth with real staffing behind it and near-full occupancy to show for it. That’s a narrow lane, but it’s one this facility has been running in for over two decades.

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Weighting overview

  • 35%
    Resident Experience
  • 25%
    Regulatory
  • 15%
    Visual Media
  • 10%
    Website
  • 10%
    Stability
  • 5%
    Environment
01

Resident & Family Experience 35%

The single largest share of every ranking. Aggregated review sentiment and volume from major platforms — the closest signal to real resident experience.

  • Includes
  • Review Sentiment
  • Review Volume
02

Regulatory & Safety Record 25%

State inspection records, citations, and complaint visits. We weight per-inspection rates more heavily than raw counts.

  • Includes
  • State Inspections
  • Citations/Inspection
  • % Inspections w/ Citations
  • Complaint Visits
  • Accreditations
  • BBB Rating
03

Visual Media & Transparency 15%

Communities that publish high-quality visuals give families a real preview. No photos or tours = a negative transparency signal.

  • Includes
  • Video Tours
  • Virtual Walkthroughs
  • Photo Quantity
  • Photo Quality
04

Website & Operator Transparency 10%

Site quality and whether the operator publishes basic accountability information — staff names, contact details, ownership.

  • Includes
  • Website Content
  • Mobile Usability
  • Staff Info Available
  • Owner Info Available
05

Community Stability 10%

Operational signals indicating whether a community is well-run and meeting demand.

  • Includes
  • Occupancy Rate
  • Bed Options
06

Environment & Pricing 5%

Walkability and pricing transparency. Walk Score is weighted higher for Independent Living than for Memory Care, where most residents do not leave unaccompanied.

  • Includes
  • Walk Score
  • Pricing Transparency
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Frequently Asked Questions about Assisted Living in Minnesota

What's the difference between assisted living and memory care in Minnesota?

Assisted living in Minnesota supports residents with daily activities (bathing, dressing, medication management) while preserving independence. Memory care is a specialized form of assisted living for residents living with Alzheimer's or dementia, and adds 24/7 secured environments, dementia-trained staff, and structured routines designed to reduce confusion and wandering.

What's the difference between assisted living and a nursing home in Minnesota?

Assisted living in Minnesota is a residential model focused on housing, hospitality, and help with daily activities. Nursing homes (skilled nursing facilities) provide 24/7 medical care from licensed nurses for residents with significant health needs, and are regulated more strictly under both state and federal CMS rules.

Does Minnesota Medicaid cover assisted living?

Minnesota Medicaid does not directly pay room-and-board for assisted living, but most states (including Minnesota) offer Home and Community-Based Services (HCBS) waivers that can offset the cost of care services delivered inside a licensed community. Eligibility, waitlists, and covered services vary — check directly with the state Medicaid agency.

What is assisted living?

Assisted living combines private or semi-private apartments with help on activities of daily living (meals, bathing, dressing, medication management) and a social calendar — for residents who need some support but do not need 24/7 medical care.

How many assisted living facilities are listed on this page?

This page features 530 assisted living facilities in Minnesota. Use the filters and comparison tools above to compare ratings, amenities, and pricing.

How do I choose the right assisted living facility in Minnesota?

Start by matching the level of care offered to the resident's current and anticipated needs, then compare licensing status, staff-to-resident ratios, recent inspection results, and pricing. Tour at least two or three communities in Minnesota, talk to current residents and families, and confirm what is included in the base rate versus billed as add-on services.

What should I look for when visiting assisted living facilities in Minnesota?

Pay attention to staff interactions with residents, cleanliness and odor, food quality at meal times, the activity calendar, and how questions about pricing and care plans are answered. Ask to see the most recent state inspection report, the move-out / level-of-care-change policy, and a sample monthly bill that lists every fee.