Page 5 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. 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.
Better Business Bureau grade for the operating company. Reflects complaint handling and business practices, not clinical care quality.
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.
Arbor Glen Senior Living
AL
IL
MC
Lake Elmo
94
Facility 94
MN AVG 61
Rank #135 / 529
Yes
34
Facility 34
MN AVG 45
Rank #380 / 614
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed-
89.4%
Facility 89.4%
MN AVG 75.7%
Rank #73 / 270
-
91.1%
Facility 91.1%
MN AVG 80.3
Rank #17 / 149
1
7
Facility 7
MN AVG 10
Rank #84 / 274
7.0
Facility 7.0
MN AVG 10.0
Rank #97 / 274
Legacy Care Home
AL
MC
RC
Minnetonka
6
Facility 6
MN AVG 61
Rank #389 / 529
No
20
Facility 20
MN AVG 45
Rank #498 / 614
Private Rooms-
100.0%
Facility 100.0%
MN AVG 75.7%
Rank #1 / 270
-
81.7%
Facility 81.7%
MN AVG 80.3
Rank #71 / 149
1
2
Facility 2
MN AVG 10
Rank #10 / 274
2.0
Facility 2.0
MN AVG 10.0
Rank #14 / 274
Amira Choice Champlin
AL
IL
MC
Champlin
138
Facility 138
MN AVG 61
Rank #52 / 529
Yes
36
Facility 36
MN AVG 45
Rank #371 / 614
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed-
58.0%
Facility 58.0%
MN AVG 75.7%
Rank #221 / 270
-
80.4%
Facility 80.4%
MN AVG 80.3
Rank #78 / 149
1
3
Facility 3
MN AVG 10
Rank #14 / 274
3.0
Facility 3.0
MN AVG 10.0
Rank #19 / 274
Beacon Hill
AL
IL
Minnetonka (Glen Lake)
50
Facility 50
MN AVG 61
Rank #257 / 529
No
49
Facility 49
MN AVG 45
Rank #259 / 614
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed-
82.0%
Facility 82.0%
MN AVG 75.7%
Rank #108 / 270
-
89.4%
Facility 89.4%
MN AVG 80.3
Rank #27 / 149
1
7
Facility 7
MN AVG 10
Rank #84 / 274
7.0
Facility 7.0
MN AVG 10.0
Rank #97 / 274
Marcella Manor Senior Living
AL
HOS
RESC
Rochester (Golden Hill)
5
Facility 5
MN AVG 61
Rank #397 / 529
No
49
Facility 49
MN AVG 45
Rank #259 / 614
Private / Semi-Private Rooms
7
Facility 7
MN AVG 18
Rank #116 / 137
80.0%
Facility 80.0%
MN AVG 75.7%
Rank #115 / 270
A+-1
3
Facility 3
MN AVG 10
Rank #14 / 274
3.0
Facility 3.0
MN AVG 10.0
Rank #19 / 274
Boden Senior Living Coon Rapids
AL
MC
RC
Coon Rapids
54
Facility 54
MN AVG 61
Rank #243 / 529
No
39
Facility 39
MN AVG 45
Rank #348 / 614
-
15
Facility 15
MN AVG 18
Rank #74 / 137
87.0%
Facility 87.0%
MN AVG 75.7%
Rank #85 / 270
-
68.5%
Facility 68.5%
MN AVG 80.3
Rank #133 / 149
1
4
Facility 4
MN AVG 10
Rank #27 / 274
4.0
Facility 4.0
MN AVG 10.0
Rank #34 / 274
Walker Methodist – Westwood Ridge
AL
IL
MC
NH
RC
SNF
West St Paul (West Saint Paul)
140
Facility 140
MN AVG 61
Rank #44 / 529
Yes
63
Facility 63
MN AVG 45
Rank #146 / 614
1 Bed / 2 Bed-
82.9%
Facility 82.9%
MN AVG 75.7%
Rank #106 / 270
-
79.8%
Facility 79.8%
MN AVG 80.3
Rank #81 / 149
7
35
Facility 35
MN AVG 10
Rank #267 / 274
5.0
Facility 5.0
MN AVG 10.0
Rank #49 / 274
The Alton Memory Care
AL
HOS
MC
RC
St Paul (Highland Park)
64
Facility 64
MN AVG 61
Rank #218 / 529
No
56
Facility 56
MN AVG 45
Rank #214 / 614
-
18
Facility 18
MN AVG 18
Rank #66 / 137
64.1%
Facility 64.1%
MN AVG 75.7%
Rank #199 / 270
A+
78.5%
Facility 78.5%
MN AVG 80.3
Rank #94 / 149
1
16
Facility 16
MN AVG 10
Rank #218 / 274
16.0
Facility 16.0
MN AVG 10.0
Rank #228 / 274
Amira Choice Plymouth
AL
IL
MC
Plymouth
125
Facility 125
MN AVG 61
Rank #67 / 529
Yes
15
Facility 15
MN AVG 45
Rank #535 / 614
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed-
84.8%
Facility 84.8%
MN AVG 75.7%
Rank #95 / 270
-
91.2%
Facility 91.2%
MN AVG 80.3
Rank #16 / 149
1
10
Facility 10
MN AVG 10
Rank #140 / 274
10.0
Facility 10.0
MN AVG 10.0
Rank #152 / 274
Harrison Bay Senior Living
AL
IL
MC
RC
Mound
85
Facility 85
MN AVG 61
Rank #158 / 529
Yes
45
Facility 45
MN AVG 45
Rank #299 / 614
--
83.5%
Facility 83.5%
MN AVG 75.7%
Rank #103 / 270
-
86.9%
Facility 86.9%
MN AVG 80.3
Rank #42 / 149
1
5
Facility 5
MN AVG 10
Rank #39 / 274
5.0
Facility 5.0
MN AVG 10.0
Rank #49 / 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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Arbor Glen Senior Living

11020 39Th St N, Lake Elmo, MN 55042
Overview of Arbor Glen Senior Living

Experience warmth and a deep sense of community at Arbor Glen Senior Living, a blissful senior living community in Lake Elmo, MN, offering independent living, assisted living, and memory care. Residents experience the peace of their own private space with a variety of floor plans to choose from, including a studio, one, and two bedroom apartments. A dedicated care team provides individualized care that helps residents greet the day with greater energy and gusto.

Committed to helping residents live a maintenance-free lifestyle, the community offers a variety of convenient services, such as housekeeping, laundry, transportation, and maintenance services. Meaningful programming featuring a vibrant calendar of activities, exercise classes, restaurant outings, and bible study, helps residents live an active and productive life. Residents delight in delicious meals that are made with freshest available ingredients, cooked to perfection, creating an enjoyable dining experience.

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Overview of Legacy Care Home

Legacy Care Home is a cozy and welcoming community in Minnetonka, MN, dedicated to offering residents compassionate assisted living services. They welcome residents in a small, intimate setting with the ideal caregiver-to-resident ratio for personalized care and focused supervision. Residents here are guaranteed to thrive with the support of extensive care services, including daily living assistance, personal care, medication management, and more.

To further improve residents’ comfort and convenience, the community also offers housekeeping, transportation, and laundry services for a carefree living experience. Meals are also prepared using fresh ingredients with accommodations for special diets. With its dedication to enriching every aspect of residents’ lives, the community also offers a wide array of engaging social and recreational activities for a fulfilling lifestyle.

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Overview of Amira Choice Champlin

Set in Anoka County, Champlin, MN, Amira Choice Champlin is an excellent senior living community that offers independent living, assisted living, and memory care. Discover a warm and inviting living space with an array of thoughtfully designed studio, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom apartments with open design, and plenty of personal storage. Residents benefit from the compassionate care and support provided by a team of dedicated caregivers who help residents with activities like dressing, bathing and medication management.

In addition to comprehensive support and assistance, residents are also provided with plenty of opportunities to stay active, engaged, and entertained with a full calendar of activity programs. From social events, fitness classes, and scheduled group outings, to guest entertainment, and various clubs, there are plenty of interesting activities to choose from. The community serves up a delicious and varied menu of three chef-prepared meals daily, with extended hours to fit residents’ schedule. An array of spiritual programs are also provided to ensure residents’ overall needs, including the spiritual ones are met. Housekeeping, laundry, and personal maintenance are also handled to ensure residents have plenty of time to explore the finest things the community has to offer.

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Beacon Hill

5300 Beacon Hill Rd, Minnetonka, MN 55345
Overview of Beacon Hill

Overlooking the tranquil community of Minnetonka, MN, the Beacon Hill is a trusted senior living community that provides independent living, assisted living, memory care, and hospice care services. Here, residents can select from convenient and well-appointed accommodations tailored to the needs and preferences of its residents. With a highly equipped and compassionate team, residents can acquire the utmost care and support that they deserve.

Offering classic amenities and services, residents can enjoy the following: basic cable tv, fitness center, library, telephone service, business office services, dining services, garage parking, general store, handyman services, and rehabilitative services. Meet new people and create unforgettable memories within the beautifully made shared spaces of this community. With Beacon Hill, seniors are assured of a worthwhile living experience.

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Overview of Marcella Manor Senior Living

Marcella Manor is an assisted living community in Rochester, Minnesota with a dedicated team that provides valuable support for vital everyday activities (ADLs), streamlined medication administration, uninterrupted access to round-the-clock nursing services, thorough housekeeping, and laundry assistance. This assisted living community presents senior residents with private or semi-private living, offering an opportunity to infuse personal touches into their surroundings by incorporating cherished items like beds, dressers, decor, cozy chairs, and beloved blankets.

Marcella Manor goes beyond comprehensive offerings by accommodating recommended therapy regimens (physical, occupational, speech) and providing empathetic hospice care as required, thereby embodying a steadfast commitment to cultivating an environment of care and support. Notably, a distinguishing feature of the establishment is its resident-focused philosophy, wherein a nurse practitioner assumes the role of primary care provider, alleviating the obligation for family members to interrupt their professional commitments for medical appointments. In the realm of holistic well-being, a visiting podiatrist conducts regular assessments of foot health every 2-3 months.

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Overview of Boden Senior Living Coon Rapids

Based in the enticing community of Coon Rapids, MN, the Boden Senior Living Coon Rapids is a dedicated senior living community providing assisted living and memory care services. Here, residents can select from well-appointed and cozy accommodations tailored to their needs and preferences. As for memory care services, the community offers a safe and caring environment as well as enriching connections program for those with cognitive conditions like Alzheimer’s disease and dementia.

Explore its exceptional amenities and services wherein residents can enjoy 3 delightful and healthy chef-prepared meals, medication management throughout the day, enhanced care with 24/7 nurse coverage, and regular visiting physicians. Explore its beautifully created share spaces. At the Boden Senior Living Coon Rapids, seniors are guaranteed the utmost care and support.

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Overview of Walker Methodist – Westwood Ridge

Residents enjoy an ultimately relaxing stay at Walker Methodist – Westwood Ridge, nestled in the serene neighborhood of West St. Paul, MN, where independent living, assisted living, and memory care come together in harmony. Here, seniors can select from a variety of accommodations, including cozy studios and spacious one- and two-bedroom apartments, all within a community known for its exceptional care services and consistently high ratings.

This community offers a fulfilling lifestyle, where comfort and convenience blend seamlessly with a wealth of amenities. The friendly, well-trained team ensures each resident enjoys a healthy, active life, with a vibrant schedule of social, educational, and entertaining activities. Here, seniors thrive in an enriching community that fosters connections and enhances quality of life. Choose Walker Methodist – Westwood Ridge for an active and rewarding lifestyle today.

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Overview of The Alton Memory Care

The Alton Memory Care is a three-story, 64-bed residential community in the Highland Park area of St Paul, Minnesota, offering a set of specialized care: assisted living, memory care, hospice, and respite services in one place. Serving the community for 18 years, it brings stability and continuity to a care setting made for older adults with complex needs.

The home occupies a somewhat walkable neighborhood with a Walk Score of 56, where some daily errands can be run on foot, and nearby transit makes visiting by family members easy. The facility tends to maintain an occupancy rate around 64 percent, which can mean a more intimate scale and individualized attention versus communities operating at full capacity. With multiple care types offered in the same community, the setting can cater to occupants whose needs evolve without requiring a move.

The home’s compliance with licensing standards across employee training, infection control, medication management, food service, and care documentation has been assessed by state health department inspections. Such inspections help ensure the facility upholds safe practices and meets regulatory requirements for its specialized populations.

For families contemplating The Alton Memory Care, touring can provide a firsthand sense of its layout, the quality of common areas and accommodations, and staff-resident interactions across the different care units.

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Overview of Amira Choice Plymouth

Situated in the heart of Plymouth, MN, the Amira Choice Plymouth is an award-winning senior living community that provides independent living, assisted living, and memory care services. Here, residents can choose from a wide array of accommodations including studio, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom. Having a trained and dedicated team, residents can received round-the-clock personalized care and services.

With its above-and-beyond amenities and services, residents can enjoy the following: dining room with chef-prepared meals and table-side service, housekeeping and laundry services, on-site salon and spa, fitness and wellness programs, community rooms for parties, and schedule transportation. Participate in a full packed calendar of social activities and life enrichment programs to boost engagement and growth. Equipped with the right tools and people, seniors can never go wrong with Amir Choice Plymouth.

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Overview of Harrison Bay Senior Living

Located in beautiful neighborhood of Mound, MN, the Harrison Bay Senior Living is an esteemed community offering independent living, assisted living, and memory care services. Well-appointed and cozy accommodations tailored to the levels of care are available for its residents. With a competent and empathetic team, residents can receive the highest quality of care and support that they need. In terms of memory care, those with cognitive conditions are served with specialized care and support along with a thoughtfully designed compassionate community.

Experience its top-notch amenities and services including delectable and nutritious meals, housekeeping and laundry services, comprehensive health and wellness programs, social and recreational opportunities, and educational and spiritual opportunities. Meet new friends from different walks of life through the aforementioned. With Harrison Bay Senior Living, seniors are assured of an empowering retirement.

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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.