Page 5 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. 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.
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.
Willows of Ramsey Hill
SC
MC
St Paul (Cathedral Hill)
60
Facility 60
MN AVG 61
Rank #222 / 517
Yes
85
Facility 85
MN AVG 45
Rank #20 / 602
--
80.0%
Facility 80.0%
MN AVG 75.5%
Rank #108 / 259
87.3%
Facility 87.3%
MN AVG 80.3
Rank #36 / 149
1
2
Facility 2
MN AVG 10
Rank #10 / 274
2.0
Facility 2.0
MN AVG 10.0
Rank #14 / 274
Woodcrest Assisted Living
SC
AL
MC
Alexandria
10
Facility 10
MN AVG 61
Rank #363 / 517
No
13
Facility 13
MN AVG 45
Rank #537 / 602
Private / Semi-Private Rooms
8
Facility 8
MN AVG 18
Rank #103 / 136
90.0%
Facility 90.0%
MN AVG 75.5%
Rank #64 / 259
78.1%
Facility 78.1%
MN AVG 80.3
Rank #99 / 149
1
5
Facility 5
MN AVG 10
Rank #39 / 274
5.0
Facility 5.0
MN AVG 10.0
Rank #49 / 274
Arbor Glen Senior Living
SC
AL
IL
MC
Lake Elmo
94
Facility 94
MN AVG 61
Rank #132 / 517
Yes
34
Facility 34
MN AVG 45
Rank #376 / 602
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed-
89.4%
Facility 89.4%
MN AVG 75.5%
Rank #70 / 259
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
SC
AL
MC
RC
Minnetonka
6
Facility 6
MN AVG 61
Rank #379 / 517
No
20
Facility 20
MN AVG 45
Rank #490 / 602
Private Rooms-
100.0%
Facility 100.0%
MN AVG 75.5%
Rank #1 / 259
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
SC
AL
IL
MC
Champlin
138
Facility 138
MN AVG 61
Rank #52 / 517
Yes
36
Facility 36
MN AVG 45
Rank #367 / 602
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed-
58.0%
Facility 58.0%
MN AVG 75.5%
Rank #212 / 259
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
SC
AL
IL
Minnetonka (Glen Lake)
50
Facility 50
MN AVG 61
Rank #251 / 517
No
49
Facility 49
MN AVG 45
Rank #255 / 602
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed-
82.0%
Facility 82.0%
MN AVG 75.5%
Rank #103 / 259
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
Wealshire of Bloomington
SC
MC
Bloomington (East Bloomington)
119
Facility 119
MN AVG 61
Rank #77 / 517
No
21
Facility 21
MN AVG 45
Rank #484 / 602
Studio
17
Facility 17
MN AVG 18
Rank #68 / 136
84.9%
Facility 84.9%
MN AVG 75.5%
Rank #89 / 259
-1
6
Facility 6
MN AVG 10
Rank #60 / 274
6.0
Facility 6.0
MN AVG 10.0
Rank #72 / 274
Marcella Manor Senior Living
SC
AL
HOS
RESC
Rochester (Golden Hill)
5
Facility 5
MN AVG 61
Rank #387 / 517
No
49
Facility 49
MN AVG 45
Rank #255 / 602
Private / Semi-Private Rooms
7
Facility 7
MN AVG 18
Rank #116 / 136
80.0%
Facility 80.0%
MN AVG 75.5%
Rank #108 / 259
-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
SC
AL
MC
RC
Coon Rapids
54
Facility 54
MN AVG 61
Rank #237 / 517
No
39
Facility 39
MN AVG 45
Rank #344 / 602
-
15
Facility 15
MN AVG 18
Rank #73 / 136
87.0%
Facility 87.0%
MN AVG 75.5%
Rank #80 / 259
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
SC
AL
IL
MC
NH
RC
SNF
West St Paul (West Saint Paul)
140
Facility 140
MN AVG 61
Rank #44 / 517
Yes
63
Facility 63
MN AVG 45
Rank #143 / 602
1 Bed / 2 Bed-
82.9%
Facility 82.9%
MN AVG 75.5%
Rank #101 / 259
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

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Overview of Willows of Ramsey Hill

Settled in Ramsey County, St. Paul, MN, Willows of Ramsey Hill is a distinctive senior living community that offers specialized memory care. The community features a highly trained and experienced team who helps create an individualized care plan, customized to perfectly fit each resident’s lifestyle and needs. Residents dealing with memory care challenges are guaranteed to thrive within the community despite their afflictions with the support of a compassionate care team and 24-hour emergency call systems in each residence.

The community provides plenty of enriching opportunities through an array of health & wellness programs and a wide range of daily activities that help keep memory care residents engaged, active, and happy. Delicious and nutritious breakfasts, lunches, and dinners are prepared daily by a dedicated in-house chef and dining team that works hard to deliver an enjoyable dining experience to residents. The community also offers an array of complimentary amenities to support residents’ health and well-being.

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Woodcrest Assisted Living

1201 Ridgeview Terrace Ne, Alexandria, MN 56308
Overview of Woodcrest Assisted Living

Woodcrest Assisted Living is a trusted community in Alexandria, MN, that offers assisted living. Here, residents receive personalized care 24/7, ensuring they can maintain their independence without worries for their daily living activities. Housekeeping and laundry are also taken care of, ensuring residents feel at ease during their stay.

A jam-packed calendar of exciting social events and wellness programs, including light exercises and fun games, is conducted for residents’ leisure and engagement. With carefully planned menus, residents have a hassle-free dining experience that satisfies their dietary needs and preferences. A security system and wheelchair-accessible spaces are also provided for residents’ safety. The community is ideal for those seeking a worry-free retirement, especially with its dedicated services and extensive amenities.

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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

Beacon Hill offers assisted living and independent living in Minnetonka, Minnesota. Assisted living includes help with dressing, bathing, and medication while a resident keeps a private living space; independent living provides private living with community services and no daily care.

Having both care levels in one community may suit a resident who wants independent living now but may need assisted living later without moving to a different community. Beacon Hill is in the Glen Lake neighborhood and has 50 beds.

Housing options include studio, one bedroom, and two bedroom layouts. A studio is a single private space, while a two bedroom layout can suit a couple moving together; with a Walk Score of 49, the area is car dependent, so most errands require a car or a ride, and a resident who no longer drives would generally need transportation for routine errands.

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Overview of Wealshire of Bloomington

Wealshire of Bloomington provides memory care in Bloomington, MN. Memory care offers a secured setting with supervision, so Wealshire of Bloomington may be a good fit for a resident living with dementia who needs that level of support. The community is in the East Bloomington neighborhood.

Wealshire of Bloomington has 119 beds and is housed in a single-story building. Studio housing provides a single private living space for one resident.

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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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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.