Page 36 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. 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. 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.
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.
Sabainah Healthcare II
SC
NH
SNF
Anoka
4
Facility 4
MN AVG 61
Rank #94 / 95
No
34
Facility 34
MN AVG 45
Rank #70 / 104
100.0%
Facility 100.0%
MN AVG 75.5%
Rank #1 / 60
144.0
Serendipitous Living
SC
IL
Apple Valley (Cedar Grove)
5
Facility 5
MN AVG 61
Rank #387 / 517
No
11
Facility 11
MN AVG 45
Rank #549 / 602
100.0%
Facility 100.0%
MN AVG 75.5%
Rank #1 / 259
1
26
Facility 26
MN AVG 10
Rank #259 / 274
26.0
Facility 26.0
MN AVG 10.0
Rank #266 / 274
Unique Homes LLC
SC
AL
North Minneapolis (Shingle Creek)
5
Facility 5
MN AVG 61
Rank #387 / 517
No
29
Facility 29
MN AVG 45
Rank #419 / 602
80.0%
Facility 80.0%
MN AVG 75.5%
Rank #108 / 259
1
17
Facility 17
MN AVG 10
Rank #227 / 274
17.0
Facility 17.0
MN AVG 10.0
Rank #236 / 274
Unique Homes LLC
SC
AL
N Robbinsdale (Robbinsdale)
5
Facility 5
MN AVG 61
Rank #387 / 517
No
35
Facility 35
MN AVG 45
Rank #372 / 602
80.0%
Facility 80.0%
MN AVG 75.5%
Rank #108 / 259
1
22
Facility 22
MN AVG 10
Rank #251 / 274
22.0
Facility 22.0
MN AVG 10.0
Rank #258 / 274
Lakeland Health Services LLC
SC
AL
Coon Rapids
5
Facility 5
MN AVG 61
Rank #387 / 517
No
28
Facility 28
MN AVG 45
Rank #429 / 602
40.0%
Facility 40.0%
MN AVG 75.5%
Rank #242 / 259
1
11
Facility 11
MN AVG 10
Rank #159 / 274
11.0
Facility 11.0
MN AVG 10.0
Rank #171 / 274
Nuvision Homecare Services LLC
SC
AL
North Robbinsdale (Robbinsdale)
4
Facility 4
MN AVG 61
Rank #469 / 517
No
33
Facility 33
MN AVG 45
Rank #386 / 602
50.0%
Facility 50.0%
MN AVG 75.5%
Rank #223 / 259
1
11
Facility 11
MN AVG 10
Rank #159 / 274
11.0
Facility 11.0
MN AVG 10.0
Rank #171 / 274
Ontime Care LLC
SC
AL
Ne Fridley (Fridley)
5
Facility 5
MN AVG 61
Rank #387 / 517
No
23
Facility 23
MN AVG 45
Rank #454 / 602
-1
6
Facility 6
MN AVG 10
Rank #60 / 274
6.0
Facility 6.0
MN AVG 10.0
Rank #72 / 274
The Estates at Excelsior
SC
AL
HOS
MC
NH
RC
SNF
Excelsior
45
Facility 45
MN AVG 61
Rank #262 / 517
No
40
Facility 40
MN AVG 45
Rank #337 / 602
63.3%
Facility 63.3%
MN AVG 75.5%
Rank #192 / 259
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South Shore Care Center
SC
HOS
MC
NH
RC
SNF
Worthington
69
Facility 69
MN AVG 61
Rank #200 / 517
No
5
Facility 5
MN AVG 45
Rank #578 / 602
75.7%
Facility 75.7%
MN AVG 75.5%
Rank #144 / 259
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Regent At Burnsville
SC
AL
IL
MC
NH
SNF
Burnsville
170
Facility 170
MN AVG 61
Rank #18 / 517
No
27
Facility 27
MN AVG 45
Rank #434 / 602
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Overview of Sabainah Healthcare II

Sabainah Healthcare II is a four-bed nursing home in Anoka, Minnesota, providing skilled nursing care. Licensed nursing staff are on site around the clock, making the community suitable for residents who need ongoing clinical support.

The small size may suit someone who prefers a setting where staff and residents can get to know each other. All four beds are filled, reflected in the community’s 100% occupancy figure.

Contact Sabainah Healthcare II

Serendipitous Living

7935 Upper 139Th Court West, Apple Valley, MN 55044
Overview of Serendipitous Living

Serendipitous Living offers independent living in Apple Valley, Minnesota, with private living and community services rather than daily care. Residents need to manage routine daily tasks without regular assistance, making the home a better fit for someone who remains independent.

Located in the Cedar Grove neighborhood, the community has five beds, creating a small setting where staff and residents can get to know one another. All five beds are currently occupied, and the intimate scale may suit someone who prefers a smaller community.

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Unique Homes LLC

4922 Newton Avenue, North Minneapolis, MN 55430
Overview of Unique Homes

Spend every moment of your retirement at Unique Homes, a distinct retreat in North Minneapolis, MN, that offers assisted living. Residents here receive the utmost care for their daily living activities, including bathing and transferring assistance, around the clock. A convenient lifestyle is also guaranteed, with the community helping with cleaning, laundry, and other household tasks.

Here, residents are encouraged to live actively and make new friends with a thoughtfully curated calendar of engaging activities and enriching programs. Mealtimes foster comfort and satisfy dietary needs with delicious and healthy dining options. Medication management is also available to ensure residents will not miss taking their medicine. The community is a good option for those needing assistance to live a worry-free retirement, especially with its top-notch services and well-maintained amenities.

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Overview of Unique Homes

Conveniently situated in Robbinsdale, MN, Unique Homes is an inviting haven that offers assisted living. Residents can keep their peace of mind and receive the highest quality of care tailored to their daily living activities around the clock. Cleaning, laundry, and other chores are also taken care of, striving to maintain residents’ independence without hassles.

There’s no dull moment with a variety of fun exercises and enriching programs that highlight residents’ interests and capabilities. Here, residents have a delightful dining experience that caters to their dietary needs and tastes. Transportation services and medication management are also provided for convenience and safety. With its supportive environment and inviting gathering spaces, the community ensures residents can make the most of their golden years.

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Overview of Lakeland Health Services

Lakeland Health Services is a dedicated home care provider in Coon Rapids, MN, that offers home health aide. Older adults can ease their worries with compassionate professionals, like nurses, that take care of their healthcare needs. Homemaker services, including light housekeeping and laundry, are also offered to maintain older adults’ independence without hassles.

With friendly companions, older adults are encouraged to maintain social connections and live actively. 24-hour emergency assistance and respite care are also offered to meet older adults’ preferences. This home care provider is a good option for those aiming to age in place, especially with its dedicated services delivered to the comfort of their home.

Contact Lakeland Health Services LLC

Overview of Nuvision Homecare Services

Nuvision Homecare Services is a dedicated home care agency in Robbinsdale, MN, that offers home health care. Older adults receive top-notch support for their daily living activities and personal needs in the comfort of their home. Medical social services are also provided for convenience.

Therapy services, including physical, occupational, and speech therapy, are also provided to improve older adults’ living experiences. With a registered nurse or a physician who oversees their care, older adults do not have to worry about their healthcare needs. This home care provider is a good option for those looking to spend their retirement in their place of residence.

Contact Nuvision Homecare Services LLC

Overview of Ontime Care

Ontime Care is a trusted home care provider in Fridley, MN, that offers home health care. Older adults can ease their worries with care plans tailored to their unique needs. Medical social services are also provided for convenience.

Therapy services, including physical, occupational, and speech therapy, are also provided to help improve older adults’ living experiences. With friendly companions, older adults are encouraged to live actively and maintain social connections. Well-balanced meals are also prepared to meet older adults’ dietary needs and preferences. This home care provider is a good option for those aiming to spend their golden years in the comfort of their homes.

Contact Ontime Care LLC

Overview of The Estates at Excelsior

The Estates at Excelsior is a nursing home in Excelsior, MN, offering long-term care, rehabilitation, and skilled nursing. Promoting a nurturing and inviting environment, the community ensures older adults are well-cared for during their stay. Residents also receive high-quality services, including 24-hour care, housekeeping, laundry, and nutritious meals, ensuring a worry-free living. Focusing on residents’ holistic well-being, the community strives to provide the best possible care tailored to their unique needs and habits.

Arts and crafts, music therapy, and sensory activities are among the many activities that residents can participate in to make friends and create unforgettable memories. A beauty and barbershop and thoughtfully curated amenities are also available, so residents can rest comfortably. Situated near Highway 7 in the tree-lined neighborhood of Excelsior, the community guarantees accessibility and convenience. This nursing home is one of the trusted choices for senior living in Minnesota, especially with its top-tier services.

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Overview of South Shore Care Center

South Shore Care Center is a community in Worthington, Minnesota, that provides transitional care, rehabilitation, long-term care, memory care, respite care, and hospice services for older adults. Owned by Cbay Worthington Holdings LLC, it is located about a mile from Sanford Worthington Medical Center and accepts Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay.

The community has 69 beds and operates at about 49 percent occupancy, with an average resident stay of 126 days. Registered nurses, licensed nurses, and nurse aides provide nearly four hours of nursing care per resident each day, supported by rehabilitation and other specialized clinical services.

A secured unit with exit-alert systems helps protect residents who are at risk of wandering. This added safety measure extends beyond the memory care program, providing additional security throughout the community. The surrounding neighborhood has a Walk Score of 5, making most errands and visits best completed by car.

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Overview of Regent at Burnsville
Regent at Burnsville provides high quality senior living options and health care. It offers a warm atmosphere and friendly staff dedicated to service and well-being. The community features various living options including independent living, assisted living, care suites, and memory care.

Contact Regent At Burnsville

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 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.