Page 17 of Best Assisted Living in Minnesota

Why trust this guide? Our editorial team analyzed 545 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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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-ranked to lowest-ranked based on our 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. IL (Independent Living): Community living with dining, activities, and transportation for active seniors who need little personal care.
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>
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>
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.
Asst Lvg In Heritage Hall
AL
IL
MC
NH
SNF
Bloomington (West Bloomington)
52
Facility 52
MN AVG 60
Rank #224 / 480
No
50
Facility 50
MN AVG 45
Rank #218 / 527
--
100.0%
Facility 100.0%
MN AVG 75.7%
Rank #1 / 235
---4
16
Facility 16
MN AVG 10
Rank #198 / 249
4.0
Facility 4.0
MN AVG 10.0
Rank #32 / 249
Plainview Estates
AL
Cloquet
8
Facility 8
MN AVG 60
Rank #352 / 480
No
19
Facility 19
MN AVG 45
Rank #431 / 527
--
87.5%
Facility 87.5%
MN AVG 75.7%
Rank #77 / 235
65.6%
Facility 65.6%
MN AVG 80.1
Rank #133 / 143
1
30
Facility 30
MN AVG 10
Rank #242 / 249
30.0
Facility 30.0
MN AVG 10.0
Rank #245 / 249
New Perspective Cloquet
AL
MC
NH
Cloquet
55
Facility 55
MN AVG 60
Rank #215 / 480
Yes
12
Facility 12
MN AVG 45
Rank #473 / 527
Studio
19
Facility 19
MN AVG 17
Rank #36 / 115
-
74.8%
Facility 74.8%
MN AVG 80.1
Rank #104 / 143
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Bayda Group Home Inc
AL
Minneapolis (Midtown Phillips)
4
Facility 4
MN AVG 60
Rank #436 / 480
No
70
Facility 70
MN AVG 45
Rank #92 / 527
--
75.0%
Facility 75.0%
MN AVG 75.7%
Rank #134 / 235
-1
19
Facility 19
MN AVG 10
Rank #218 / 249
19.0
Facility 19.0
MN AVG 10.0
Rank #225 / 249
Upend Home Health Care
AL
St. Paul
4
Facility 4
MN AVG 60
Rank #436 / 480
No
60
Facility 60
MN AVG 45
Rank #149 / 527
--
75.0%
Facility 75.0%
MN AVG 75.7%
Rank #134 / 235
-1
14
Facility 14
MN AVG 10
Rank #184 / 249
14.0
Facility 14.0
MN AVG 10.0
Rank #194 / 249
Mercy Caregivers Of Minnesota
AL
North Minneapolis (Jordan)
4
Facility 4
MN AVG 60
Rank #436 / 480
No
70
Facility 70
MN AVG 45
Rank #92 / 527
Private / Shared Rooms-
50.0%
Facility 50.0%
MN AVG 75.7%
Rank #201 / 235
-1
13
Facility 13
MN AVG 10
Rank #178 / 249
13.0
Facility 13.0
MN AVG 10.0
Rank #188 / 249
Noah Home Care Inc
AL
Burnsville
4
Facility 4
MN AVG 60
Rank #436 / 480
No
46
Facility 46
MN AVG 45
Rank #251 / 527
--
50.0%
Facility 50.0%
MN AVG 75.7%
Rank #201 / 235
-1
8
Facility 8
MN AVG 10
Rank #93 / 249
8.0
Facility 8.0
MN AVG 10.0
Rank #104 / 249
Loon Home Health Care LLC
AL
South Bloomington (West Bloomington)
5
Facility 5
MN AVG 60
Rank #363 / 480
No
51
Facility 51
MN AVG 45
Rank #212 / 527
--
100.0%
Facility 100.0%
MN AVG 75.7%
Rank #1 / 235
-1
18
Facility 18
MN AVG 10
Rank #212 / 249
18.0
Facility 18.0
MN AVG 10.0
Rank #219 / 249
York Gardens Senior Living
AL
MC
Edina
94
Facility 94
MN AVG 60
Rank #124 / 480
Yes
74
Facility 74
MN AVG 45
Rank #72 / 527
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
17
Facility 17
MN AVG 17
Rank #55 / 115
-
79.2%
Facility 79.2%
MN AVG 80.1
Rank #81 / 143
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Ivy Hill Senior Care Inc
AL
Nw Faribault (Faribault)
16
Facility 16
MN AVG 60
Rank #332 / 480
No
81
Facility 81
MN AVG 45
Rank #30 / 527
Private / Shared Rooms-
100.0%
Facility 100.0%
MN AVG 75.7%
Rank #1 / 235
84.3%
Facility 84.3%
MN AVG 80.1
Rank #52 / 143
1
11
Facility 11
MN AVG 10
Rank #145 / 249
11.0
Facility 11.0
MN AVG 10.0
Rank #155 / 249

Rank badges are statewide and care-type specific: each assisted living community is ranked against every other MN assisted living community we track that reports that metric, not just the 545 on this page. See how we rank facilities

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Overview of Mercy Caregivers of Minnesota

Live a worry-free retirement at Mercy Caregivers of Minnesota, a friendly haven in Minneapolis, MN, that offers assisted living. Residents can keep their peace of mind with top-tier care tailored to their daily living activities around the clock. Alongside accessible accommodations, the community also helps with housekeeping and chores to ensure residents have a hassle-free living.

Here, residents can interact with their surroundings and gain meaningful experiences with a variety of engaging activities and enriching programs. Mealtimes promote social interactions and satisfy dietary needs with delicious and healthy dining options. With transportation services, residents can travel conveniently and safely. The community is a good option for those aiming to maintain their independence in retirement, especially with its dedicated services and well-maintained amenities.

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Overview of York Gardens Senior Living

York Gardens Senior Living offers assisted living and memory care in Edina, MN. Assisted living provides help with daily tasks such as bathing, dressing, and medication while a resident lives in a private apartment; memory care provides a secured setting with supervision for someone at risk of wandering. Having both care levels can suit a resident whose needs grow over time, because care can change without leaving the community.

York Gardens Senior Living has 94 beds in a mid-rise building. Housing options include studio, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom private apartments. A studio provides a single private space, while a two-bedroom apartment can suit a couple moving together or someone who wants a companion.

Respite care provides a short stay, which can suit a family whose usual caregiver needs to travel or recover. A beauty salon and barber shop let residents receive grooming services within the community, and rehabilitation services support residents who need therapy as part of their care. Pets are allowed, so a resident can bring a pet when moving in. A Walk Score of 74 places the area in the very walkable band, meaning most errands can be done on foot; a resident who no longer drives can still get out independently.

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Overview of Ivy Hill Senior Care

Maintain independence at Ivy Hill Senior Care., a distinguished community in Faribault, MN, that offers assisted living. With high-quality care around the clock, residents do not have to worry about their daily living activities, like bathing and dressing. Cleaning, laundry, and other household chores are also taken care of, ensuring residents have a hassle-free living.

Residents have more opportunity to interact with their surroundings and live actively with plenty of fun activities and engaging programs. Delicious and healthy meals are also served to meet residents’ dietary needs and preferences. Medication management is also available, ensuring residents take their medicine as prescribed. The community’s nurturing and friendly environment create the ideal setting where residents can thrive in their golden years.

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Overview of Asst Lvg in Heritage Hall

Asst Lvg in Heritage Hall provides independent living, assisted living, memory care, and skilled nursing in Bloomington, MN. Independent living offers private living with community services and no daily care. Assisted living provides help with tasks such as bathing, dressing, and medication management, while memory care offers a secured setting with supervision. Skilled nursing provides licensed nursing care on site around the clock.

Several care levels are available here. That may suit a resident whose needs could grow over time without requiring a move to another community. The home has 52 beds, creating a smaller setting where staff and residents may get to know one another. Total nurse staffing is 5h 18m per resident per day, representing the total daily nurse time assigned per resident.

Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay are accepted. Medicare can apply to short term skilled care after a hospital stay, Medicaid can matter when savings may not cover a long stay, and private pay allows direct payment. A Walk Score of 50 / 100 places the area in the somewhat walkable band, meaning some errands can be done on foot, so a resident who no longer drives may still be able to complete certain errands independently.

Pets are allowed, so a resident may be able to bring a pet when moving in. On site beauty and barber services provide grooming without leaving the community, while the fitness center and walking path offer places for exercise. Rehabilitation services, short term rehab, and transitional care support time limited recovery needs, and respite care offers a short stay for someone whose usual caregiver needs to travel or recover.

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Overview of Plainview Estates

Plainview Estates is an eight-bed residential care home located at 2507 Fairview Avenue in Cloquet, Minnesota. The property is a single-story house that currently provides lodging for seven residents, meaning it operates at near-full occupancy. The ground-floor setup eliminates the need for residents to climb stairs when moving between their rooms and the kitchen.

The daily routine centers on providing housing, meals, and assistance with personal care. The surrounding Carlton County neighborhood carries a walkability score of 19 out of 100, which means staff, residents, and visitors depend on a vehicle for medical appointments and shopping trips.

Families researching local care options can contact the facility operator directly to ask about the single open bed, inquiring also about how the team has addressed recent state inspection findings regarding emergency planning, medication routines, fire safety compliance, and care records.

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Overview of Upend Home Health Care

Upend Home Health Care runs a four-bed care facility in a single-story house at 1698 Beech Street in St. Paul, Minnesota. The property operates with three residents currently living on-site, maintaining a 75 percent occupancy rate. This ground-floor configuration allows the residents to get to their private rooms and the kitchen without climbing stairs.

The day-to-day schedule covers basic meals, lodging, and non-medical personal assistance. The surrounding neighborhood carries a walkability score of 60 out of 100, meaning a few basic trips and errands can be managed on foot, though a car or local transit is still helpful for major medical visits and shopping.

Prospective representatives researching local options can call the house supervisor to ask about the single available bed.

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Overview of New Perspective Cloquet

Tucked in the sunlit Horizon Circle, Cloquet, MN, New Perspective Cloquet is a trusted senior living community offering assisted living and memory care. Featuring a wide selection of beautifully designed and spacious studio floor plans, the community ensures seniors enjoy a relaxing and elegant retirement. With a compassionate and highly skilled team delivering top-tier care and assistance around the clock, seniors let go of their worries and maximize their freedom.

Seek new learnings and reignite past interests with engaging activities and fun programs to maintain an active and happy lifestyle. Look forward to mealtimes with delightful and healthy meals catering to dietary needs and preferences. Embraced by a secured courtyard and serene spaces, New Perspective Cloquet is great for seniors to spend their golden years without worries about maintenance and keep their dignity.

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Overview of Bayda Group Home

Spend a worry-free retirement at Bayda Group Home., an outstanding retreat in Minneapolis, MN, that offers assisted living. With its commitment to improving residents’ welfare, top-tier care is provided for their daily living activities 24/7. Household services, medication reminders, and incontinence care are also provided to ensure residents can maintain their independence without hassles.

Here, residents can celebrate milestones and special events with a fun-packed calendar of recreational activities and engaging programs. Delightful and healthy meals are also served to satisfy residents’ dietary needs and preferences. The community also provides transportation services, so residents can travel conveniently and safely. Residents are guaranteed the finest retirement experience amidst the community’s beautiful and stress-free setting.

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Overview of Millennium Homes

Live without worries at Millennium Homes, an idyllic retreat in North New Hope, MN, that offers assisted living. Daily living activities, including bathing and transferring, are also taken care of 24/7, ensuring residents’ comfort. The community also provides medication management to ensure residents take their medications as prescribed.

Fun recreational activities and exciting programs are conducted, encouraging residents to live actively and remain socially connected. Residents have a delightful dining experience with delicious and healthy meals daily, catering to their dietary needs and preferences. The community is ideal for those needing assistance to live comfortably in retirement, especially with its cozy communal spaces and purposefully designed amenities.

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Overview of Loon Home Health Care

Loon Home Health Care provides assisted living in South Bloomington, MN. Residents receive help with daily tasks such as dressing, bathing, and medication while keeping their own apartment. The home has five beds, which may suit someone who prefers a smaller community where staff and residents can get to know each other.

The home is in the West Bloomington neighborhood and has 100% occupancy, so all available beds are filled. Its Walk Score is 51, classified as somewhat walkable. Some errands can be done on foot, and a resident who no longer drives may still be able to reach certain nearby destinations independently.

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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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Assisted Living in Minnesota at a glance

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: 60The average licensed bed capacity across facilities in Minnesota. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: 90
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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 545 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.