Page 10 of Best Senior Communities in Minnesota

Why trust this guide? Our editorial team analyzed 632 senior communities in MN using MN Dept. of Health data, inspection records, complaints, amenities, and facility-level details. How we rank senior communities in MN
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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-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. 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. CCRC (Continuing Care Retirement Community): A campus with multiple care levels so residents can age in place without moving. SC (Senior Communities):
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.
Walker Methodist Plaza CityView Senior Living
SC
AL
IL
MC
RC
Anoka
118
Facility 118
MN AVG 61
Rank #78 / 517
Yes
82
Facility 82
MN AVG 45
Rank #33 / 602
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed-
73.7%
Facility 73.7%
MN AVG 75.5%
Rank #164 / 259
-
81.6%
Facility 81.6%
MN AVG 80.3
Rank #74 / 149
1
9
Facility 9
MN AVG 10
Rank #123 / 274
9.0
Facility 9.0
MN AVG 10.0
Rank #137 / 274
Brookdale Willmar
SC
AL
CCRC
IL
MC
NH
SNF
West Willmar
20
Facility 20
MN AVG 61
Rank #344 / 517
Yes
57
Facility 57
MN AVG 45
Rank #203 / 602
Suite-
85.0%
Facility 85.0%
MN AVG 75.5%
Rank #86 / 259
-
48.2%
Facility 48.2%
MN AVG 80.3
Rank #149 / 149
1
10
Facility 10
MN AVG 10
Rank #140 / 274
10.0
Facility 10.0
MN AVG 10.0
Rank #152 / 274
Edgemont Place
SC
MC
RC
Blaine
66
Facility 66
MN AVG 61
Rank #206 / 517
Yes
49
Facility 49
MN AVG 45
Rank #255 / 602
-
10
Facility 10
MN AVG 18
Rank #95 / 136
47.0%
Facility 47.0%
MN AVG 75.5%
Rank #240 / 259
A+-1
10
Facility 10
MN AVG 10
Rank #140 / 274
10.0
Facility 10.0
MN AVG 10.0
Rank #152 / 274
Moorhead Manor
SC
AL
North Moorhead (Moorhead)
30
Facility 30
MN AVG 61
Rank #324 / 517
No
13
Facility 13
MN AVG 45
Rank #537 / 602
-
42
Facility 42
MN AVG 18
Rank #5 / 136
53.3%
Facility 53.3%
MN AVG 75.5%
Rank #217 / 259
-
70.8%
Facility 70.8%
MN AVG 80.3
Rank #124 / 149
1
12
Facility 12
MN AVG 10
Rank #177 / 274
12.0
Facility 12.0
MN AVG 10.0
Rank #189 / 274
River of Life Residential Living
SC
AL
HOS
MC
NH
RESC
SNF
St Paul
5
Facility 5
MN AVG 61
Rank #387 / 517
No
27
Facility 27
MN AVG 45
Rank #434 / 602
Private / Shared Rooms
8
Facility 8
MN AVG 18
Rank #103 / 136
80.0%
Facility 80.0%
MN AVG 75.5%
Rank #108 / 259
A+-1
11
Facility 11
MN AVG 10
Rank #159 / 274
11.0
Facility 11.0
MN AVG 10.0
Rank #171 / 274
Derman Senior Care Inc
SC
AL
St Paul (Saint Anthony Park)
5
Facility 5
MN AVG 61
Rank #387 / 517
No
81
Facility 81
MN AVG 45
Rank #36 / 602
-
13
Facility 13
MN AVG 18
Rank #79 / 136
40.0%
Facility 40.0%
MN AVG 75.5%
Rank #242 / 259
A+-1
7
Facility 7
MN AVG 10
Rank #84 / 274
7.0
Facility 7.0
MN AVG 10.0
Rank #97 / 274
Open Arms Senior Living
SC
AL
IL
MC
Duluth (East Duluth)
30
Facility 30
MN AVG 61
Rank #324 / 517
No
7
Facility 7
MN AVG 45
Rank #573 / 602
Private Rooms-
76.7%
Facility 76.7%
MN AVG 75.5%
Rank #142 / 259
-
91%
Facility 91%
MN AVG 80.3
Rank #18 / 149
1
11
Facility 11
MN AVG 10
Rank #159 / 274
11.0
Facility 11.0
MN AVG 10.0
Rank #171 / 274
Cascade Creek Memory Care
SC
MC
Rochester (Fairway Ridge)
50
Facility 50
MN AVG 61
Rank #251 / 517
No
10
Facility 10
MN AVG 45
Rank #555 / 602
Private Suite-
90.0%
Facility 90.0%
MN AVG 75.5%
Rank #64 / 259
-
81.8%
Facility 81.8%
MN AVG 80.3
Rank #69 / 149
1
12
Facility 12
MN AVG 10
Rank #177 / 274
12.0
Facility 12.0
MN AVG 10.0
Rank #189 / 274
Brookdale Eden Prairie
SC
AL
CCRC
IL
MC
NH
SNF
Eden Prairie
52
Facility 52
MN AVG 61
Rank #242 / 517
Yes
42
Facility 42
MN AVG 45
Rank #316 / 602
Suite-
59.6%
Facility 59.6%
MN AVG 75.5%
Rank #209 / 259
-
77.8%
Facility 77.8%
MN AVG 80.3
Rank #100 / 149
1
10
Facility 10
MN AVG 10
Rank #140 / 274
10.0
Facility 10.0
MN AVG 10.0
Rank #152 / 274
Twin Cities Group Homes LLC
SC
AL
NH
RESC
Ne Minneapolis (Northeast Minneapolis)
4
Facility 4
MN AVG 61
Rank #469 / 517
No
88
Facility 88
MN AVG 45
Rank #13 / 602
-
7
Facility 7
MN AVG 18
Rank #116 / 136
75.0%
Facility 75.0%
MN AVG 75.5%
Rank #147 / 259
A+-1
5
Facility 5
MN AVG 10
Rank #39 / 274
5.0
Facility 5.0
MN AVG 10.0
Rank #49 / 274

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Overview of Walker Methodist Plaza CityView Senior Living

Tucked away in Anoka County, Anoka, MN, Walker Methodist Plaza CityView Senior Living is a hassle-free senior living community that offers independent living, assisted living, memory care, care suites, and transitional care. The community ensures residents’ needs are accommodated even as it changes with their extensive list of care options and an array of bright and spacious apartments for a comfortable living. Residents enjoy peace of mind knowing that they are in excellent hands of compassionate caregivers available to offer support with medication management or attending to their personal needs.

The community ensures residents’ living experience is convenient, comfortable, and memorable through its wide array of delightful amenities and activities that allow residents to live active and full lives. Residents enjoy healthy, flavorful, and varied menus, combined with lively fitness classes in the state-of-the-art fitness center for a healthy and fit lifestyle. On-site conveniences, such as a citywide pedicab, free scheduled transportation, housekeeping and laundry services, a salon, and accessible skyway between buildings, make residents’ day to day lives as comfortable and convenient as possible.

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Brookdale Willmar

1501 19Th Avenue South West, Willmar, MN 56201
Overview of Brookdale Willmar

Burrowed in the picturesque town of Willmar, Minnesota, Brookdale Willmar offers a welcoming assisted living lifestyle for seniors seeking to redefine their independence. Nestled in a serene, secure setting, the community offers a carefree environment where residents can engage in their favorite activities, from leisurely walks to spirited card games, without the hassle of home maintenance, lawn care, or grocery shopping. The apartment-style community combines the comforts of home with the convenience of having everything taken care of, allowing residents to focus on enjoying life to the fullest.

Assisted living at Brookdale Willmar is designed to provide the perfect balance of support and independence for seniors. Residents receive personalized care tailored to their needs, whether it’s assistance with dressing, bathing, or daily tasks like housekeeping, laundry, and meals. With compassionate care available 24/7, residents and their families can have peace of mind knowing help is always at hand. The vibrant community features an exciting calendar of activities, restaurant-style dining, and excellent amenities, including an on-site beauty salon, piano, and beautiful courtyard gardens.

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Overview of Edgemont Place

Residing in the quiet Ulysses Lane Northeast, Blane, MN, Edgemont Place is an astounding senior living community that offers memory care and respite care. Featuring a snug and sophisticated private and companion suite, seniors optimize comfort and safety. Let go of your worries and gain meaningful experiences with top-tier care and support from a competent and highly qualified team.

The community utilizes a holistic and innovative approach to meet seniors’ special needs and interests. With engaging activities and exciting programs, residents discover new hobbies and rekindle passions for enjoyment and wellness. Catering to dietary needs and preferences, the community serves healthy and tasty meals for the finest dining experience. Edgemont Place is ideal for seniors seeking to live an active retirement while keeping their dignity with its incredible amenities and welcoming community.

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Moorhead Manor

1710 13Th Avenue, North Moorhead, MN 56560
Overview of Moorhead Manor

Live blissfully at Moorhead Manor, an inviting retreat in North Moorhead, MN, that offers assisted living. With its intimate and nurturing setting, residents are guaranteed to receive the utmost care for their daily living activities 24/7. Housekeeping and laundry services are also provided, so residents have more time to do the things they love.

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 takes care of medication so that residents can take their medicine as prescribed. Residents are guaranteed the finest retirement experience accompanied by the community’s dedicated services.

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Overview of River of Life Residential Living

River of Life Residential Living is a compassionate community in Saint Paul, MN, that offers personal care, skilled nursing, and long-term stay. Committed to residents’ welfare, the community provides individualized care for their healthcare needs. The community also employs a faith-based approach to care, ensuring residents feel at ease during their stay.

Prioritizing residents’ holistic wellness, pastoral services, physical, and occupational therapy are provided. Hospice care is also available to ease residents’ pain and discomfort in their end-of-life journey. With Bluestone Physician Services, residents do not have to worry about their medical needs. Here, residents are guaranteed to have the finest retirement experience, accompanied by the community’s comprehensive services and nurturing environment.

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Overview of Derman Senior Care

Peacefully nestled in St. Paul, MN, Derman Senior Care. is a distinct community that offers assisted living. Exceptional care tailored to residents’ daily living activities is also provided 24/7 to ensure their comfort and safety. Here, housekeeping and laundry are taken care of, so residents enjoy a hassle-free living.

With a carefully curated calendar of enriching activities and exciting events, residents have more opportunities to interact with their surroundings and live actively. Mealtimes are also something to look forward to, with delicious and well-balanced dining options that cater to their dietary needs and preferences. Medication management and incontinence care are also available for convenience and comfort. Here, residents will surely have the finest retirement experience, accompanied by the community’s well-maintained amenities and compassionate services.

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Open Arms Senior Living

4414 Martin Rd, Duluth, MN 55803
Overview of Open Arms Senior Living

Tucked away in beautiful Duluth, MN, Open Arms Senior Living is a trusted senior living community offering trusted assisted living and memory care services. Live in comfort and style with the beautifully designed and accommodating residences of Open Arms Senior Living. The community boasts a team of dedicated and well-trained professionals providing top-tier care and support for seniors to thrive and live their lives to the fullest.

With its commitment to enhancing seniors’ quality of life, the community carefully crafts care plans tailored to seniors’ special needs and aspirations. Meet people from diverse backgrounds and learn new things through enjoyable activities and engaging programs. There is always something to look forward to with healthy and tasty meals catering to dietary needs and preferences. Open Arms Senior Living is a great place for seniors to enjoy their golden years wholly with its fabulous amenities and serene landscapes.

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Overview of Cascade Creek Memory Care

A proud member of the Anthem senior living community, Cascade Creek Memory Care is one of the trusted homes in Rochester. The home is characterized by its unique personality and character, offering both private and companion suites to provide residents with the floor plan that suits them best. They have a passionate and enthusiastic staff dedicated to ensuring our residents are engaged and encouraged to participate in community life.

Cascade Creek’s services include 24-hour nursing care, stimulating activities, engaging social activities, and specialized memory care programs; amenities include walking trails, outdoor common areas, indoor lounge areas, an elegant dining room, and a recreational room available.

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Overview of Brookdale Eden Prairie

Brookdale Eden Prairie is a continuing care retirement community in Eden Prairie, Minnesota, with independent living, assisted living, memory care, nursing home care, and skilled nursing. Independent living offers private living with community services and no daily care, while assisted living includes help with bathing, dressing, and medication management. Memory care is provided in a secured setting with supervision for someone at risk of wandering. Skilled nursing provides licensed nursing care on site around the clock.

Having several care levels in one community may suit a resident whose needs grow over time and who may want to remain in the same community. Brookdale Eden Prairie has 52 beds, with housing available in suite layouts. Pets are allowed, so residents can bring a pet with them.

Residents can use the fitness center and therapy room, visit the café or bistro, and make appointments at the beauty or barber shop. The courtyard and garden offer places to spend time outdoors. Transportation and outings provide ways to leave the community for planned activities. A Walk Score of 42 places the area in a car dependent setting, so most errands require a car or a ride.

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Overview of Twin Cities Group Homes

Twin Cities Group Homes has provided residential care out of a single-story house on 22nd Avenue Northeast in Minneapolis for six years. The home accommodates up to four residents and currently houses three people, representing a 75 percent occupancy rate. This ground-floor layout lets residents move easily between their bedrooms and the shared kitchen area without using stairs.

The local community stands out for its high walkability score of 88 out of 100, allowing staff and visiting families to complete most daily errands or access local services on foot. Routine state surveys from the Minnesota Department of Health confirm that the facility maintains substantial compliance with all applicable regulations, following recent inspection focuses on safety paperwork, fire protection systems, and abuse-prevention planning.

Prospective residents looking for a highly accessible urban neighborhood can call the house supervisor to ask about the single open bed.

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Weighting overview

  • 35%
    Resident Experience
  • 25%
    Regulatory
  • 15%
    Visual Media
  • 10%
    Website
  • 10%
    Stability
  • 5%
    Environment
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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 Senior Communities in Minnesota

What is senior living?

Senior communities are residential settings designed for adults aged 55 or older, with options ranging from active independent living to assisted living and memory care.

How many senior communities are listed on this page?

This page features 632 senior communities in Minnesota. Use the filters and comparison tools above to compare ratings, amenities, and pricing.

How do I choose the right senior community 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 senior communities 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.