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Best Independent Living in Hennepin County, MN

Why trust this guide? Our editorial team analyzed 12 independent living communities in Hennepin County, MN using Minnesota Dept. of Human Services (DHS) data, inspection records, complaints, amenities, and facility-level details. How we rank independent living in MN
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Avg Walk Score: 46/ 100The average Walk Score across facilities in Hennepin County, MN. 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: 105The average licensed bed capacity across facilities in Hennepin County, MN. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: 90

Compare Independent Living around Hennepin County

Havenwood of Maple Grove
IL
AL
MC
Maple Grove
185
Facility 185
MN AVG 61
Rank #13 / 532
No
18
Facility 18
MN AVG 43
Rank #510 / 632
-
76.8%
Facility 76.8%
MN AVG 76.6%
Rank #176 / 302
82.2%
Facility 82.2%
MN AVG 80.3
Rank #67 / 149
1
11
Facility 11
MN AVG 10
Rank #160 / 276
11.0
Facility 11.0
MN AVG 10.0
Rank #173 / 276
Harrison Bay Senior Living
IL
AL
MC
RC
Mound
85
Facility 85
MN AVG 61
Rank #159 / 532
No
45
Facility 45
MN AVG 43
Rank #295 / 632
-
83.5%
Facility 83.5%
MN AVG 76.6%
Rank #123 / 302
86.9%
Facility 86.9%
MN AVG 80.3
Rank #42 / 149
1
5
Facility 5
MN AVG 10
Rank #40 / 276
5.0
Facility 5.0
MN AVG 10.0
Rank #52 / 276
Amira Choice Plymouth
IL
AL
MC
Plymouth (Old Rockford Road)
125
Facility 125
MN AVG 61
Rank #68 / 532
No
15
Facility 15
MN AVG 43
Rank #529 / 632
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
84.8%
Facility 84.8%
MN AVG 76.6%
Rank #108 / 302
91.2%
Facility 91.2%
MN AVG 80.3
Rank #16 / 149
1
10
Facility 10
MN AVG 10
Rank #141 / 276
10.0
Facility 10.0
MN AVG 10.0
Rank #154 / 276
Global Pointe Senior Living
IL
AL
MC
RC
Golden Valley (Wayzata Boulevard)
115
Facility 115
MN AVG 61
Rank #88 / 532
No
59
Facility 59
MN AVG 43
Rank #185 / 632
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
87.8%
Facility 87.8%
MN AVG 76.6%
Rank #90 / 302
72.3%
Facility 72.3%
MN AVG 80.3
Rank #120 / 149
1
5
Facility 5
MN AVG 10
Rank #40 / 276
5.0
Facility 5.0
MN AVG 10.0
Rank #52 / 276
Vernon Terrace of Edina
IL
AL
MC
Edina (Grandview)
170
Facility 170
MN AVG 61
Rank #18 / 532
No
70
Facility 70
MN AVG 43
Rank #111 / 632
1 Bed / 2 Bed
87.6%
Facility 87.6%
MN AVG 76.6%
Rank #91 / 302
82.9%
Facility 82.9%
MN AVG 80.3
Rank #62 / 149
1
2
Facility 2
MN AVG 10
Rank #10 / 276
2.0
Facility 2.0
MN AVG 10.0
Rank #14 / 276
Powers Ridge Senior Living
IL
Chanhassen (Lake Drive West)
-Yes
19
Facility 19
MN AVG 43
Rank #500 / 632
1 Bed / 2 Bed / 3 Bed-------
Hayden Grove Senior Living – St. Anthony
IL
AL
MC
St Anthony
-No
67
Facility 67
MN AVG 43
Rank #128 / 632
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed-------
Copperfield Hill Senior Living
IL
AL
MC
Robbinsdale (40Th Avenue North)
-No
80
Facility 80
MN AVG 43
Rank #47 / 632
396 / 495 / 515 / 625 / 658 / 868 / 920 sq. ft-------
Saint Therese of Corcoran
IL
AL
HC
MC
NH
PC
Maple Grove
-No
34
Facility 34
MN AVG 43
Rank #376 / 632
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Beacon Hill
IL
AL
Minnetonka (Glen Lake)
50
Facility 50
MN AVG 61
Rank #259 / 532
No
49
Facility 49
MN AVG 43
Rank #257 / 632
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
82.0%
Facility 82.0%
MN AVG 76.6%
Rank #131 / 302
89.4%
Facility 89.4%
MN AVG 80.3
Rank #27 / 149
1
7
Facility 7
MN AVG 10
Rank #85 / 276
7.0
Facility 7.0
MN AVG 10.0
Rank #99 / 276
Covenant Living of Golden Valley
IL
AL
MC
NH
RC
Golden Valley (Saint Croix Avenue North)
-No
48
Facility 48
MN AVG 43
Rank #272 / 632
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed 66.9% ------

Havenwood of Maple Grove

18695 73Rd Ave N, Maple Grove, MN 55311
Overview of Havenwood of Maple Grove

Indulge in a low-stress and maintenance-free lifestyle at Havenwood of Maple Grove, a thriving senior living community in Hennepin County, Maple Grove, MN, offering independent living, assisted living, and memory care. Spend your retirement days in beautifully designed and well-maintained accommodations while being supported by a dedicated team, available to provide round-the-clock assistance and supervision. Memory care residents are provided with personalized routines and activities that mirror their former lifestyles and interests through the Village Program.

At Havenwood of Maple Grove, residents are surrounded with plenty of opportunities for engagement and wellness, as well as a community of like-minded individuals who share the same enthusiasm for a vibrant living experience. There’s never a dull moment with their wide array of activities, including regular socials, live entertainment, lifelong learning, and fitness and wellness programs. The community handles maintenance, housekeeping and cooking, sor residents have more time to explore the convenient amenities that foster learning, staying fit, and spending more time with the people they love the most.

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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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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 Global Pointe Senior Living

Ideally located in Hennepin County, Golden Valley, MN, Global Pointe Senior Living is a leading senior living community that offers independent living, assisted living, memory care, and respite care. Enjoy the comfort and privacy offered by thoughtfully designed apartments in variations of studio, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom floor plans. An expert care team is available to provide excellent care, complemented with an emergency call system that provides access to the Global Pointe care team 24-hours a day.

Fostering connections, well-being, and fulfillment, the community offers a wide array of amenities, interesting programs, and activities. Residents are guaranteed to stay on top of their health and fitness with a fully-staffed, state-of-the-art wellness center. Enjoy chef-prepared meals made from fresh ingredients in the fine dining restaurant or at the cozy Café Bistro. Providing vibrant spaces, exceptional, round-the-clock care, and compassionate teams, Global Pointe Senior Living warrants a welcoming environment that allows residents to flourish and thrive.

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Overview of Vernon Terrace of Edina

Located in the welcoming community of Hennepin County, Edina, MN, Vernon Terrace of Edina is a distinctive senior living community, offering independent living, assisted living, and memory care. Residents thrive in their beautiful accommodations, with a variety of pet-friendly one and two bedroom layouts available to help them find just the right fit for their needs. The community offers high-quality care services, enriching activities, personalized support, and a worry-free lifestyle, all while being conveniently near parks, the library, clinics, and shops.

Committed to providing a place to live well, the community goes above and beyond and provides more than just the basic needs of life. Here, residents also enjoy access to a range of amenities and participation in a wide array of interesting and stimulating activities. There’s a wellness center to make sure residents stay active and fit, a theater and a library for enjoyment, and cozy lounge and community rooms for socialization.

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Overview of Powers Ridge Senior Living

Situated in West Chanhassen, MN, Powers Ridge is a lively senior living community that offers a serene space for independent living. Comfortably retire in spacious, well appointed apartments that come in various floor plans and luxury finishes, secured entry, and access to a wide array of amenities. A caring on-site management and maintenance professionals are alway available to meet residents needs and ensure their living space is always neat and relaxing.

Committed to giving its residents all the comforts of home without the usual hassle of homeownership, the community provides access to a wide array of convenient amenities. Residents enjoy access to a pool, fitness center, business center, clubhouse, a kids’ park, and an on-site salon, providing residents with plenty of opportunities for relaxation and entertainment. Pets are also welcomed, fostering companionship and alleviating loneliness among residents.

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Overview of Hayden Grove Senior Living – St. Anthony

Settled in the residential neighborhood of Anthony, MI, the Hayden Grove Senior Living – St. Anthony is an inviting community offering independent living, assisted living, and memory care services. Spacious and bright accommodations with several floor plans are available depending on the care options of its residents. With its competent and dedicated team, residents can maximize a living experience in a community founded in dignity and grace.

Experience its top-of-the-line amenities and services including elegant restaurant-style dining with well-balanced and delicious meals 7 days a week, controlled entry system, underground parking, massage and physical therapy, community rooms, craft room, library, and beauty salon. Meet new people in the Coffee & Snacks Bistro and Wellness Center. Equipped with the right tools and people, seniors can never go wrong with the Hayden Grove Senior Living – St. Anthony.

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Overview of Copperfield Hill Senior Living

Situated in the peaceful area of Hennepin County, Robbinsdale, MN, Copperfield Hill Senior Living is a thriving senior living community that offers independent living, assisted living, and memory care. Residents can comfortably age in place with the help of a compassionate care team that collaborates with residents, their families, and healthcare providers in creating a care plan that meets all of their needs. Safety and comfort are guaranteed with tastefully designed studio, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom apartments.

Residents dealing with the challenges of Alzheimer’s and other forms of dementia are given the right amount of care and assistance with their memory care program that combines a homelike, family atmosphere with specialized care and unique programming. The community also provides plenty of opportunities for socialization, fostering a sense of belonging and reducing feelings of loneliness. With their wide array of supportive services, deliciously prepared meals, and a trained team available 24-hours a day, the community warrants a nourishing environment for a fulfilling retirement experience.

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Prestigious Care Homes

4369 Ewing Ave N, Minneapolis, MN 55422
Overview of Prestigious Care Homes

Kick-start your worry-free retirement journey with Prestigious Care Homes, a blissful community in Minneapolis, MN, offering independent living, assisted living, and in-home care. They strive to provide residents from different backgrounds with an affordable living environment with access to personalized care services, should the need arise. Their care services are designed to help residents maintain their independence while offering them compassionate support with their daily living activities, medication management, and more.

With household chores handled for them, residents can focus on living their lives fully and maintaining their well-being. There’s also an array of fun and engaging activities available to residents, giving them plenty of opportunities to stay active, engaged, and well-connected. At Prestigious Care Homes, they go above and beyond in giving residents comfort and convenience in every aspect of their lives.

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Saint Therese of Corcoran

6450 Wedgwood Rd N Unit 105, Maple Grove, MN 55311
Overview of Saint Therese of Corcoran

Providing plenty of opportunities for intergenerational interaction and meaningful connections, Saint Therese of Corcoran is a reliable senior living community in Hennepin County, Maple Grove, MN, offering independent living, assisted living, and memory care. Settled into a walkable neighborhood surrounded by open spaces, bike paths, parks and countryside, the community fosters an active and vibrant lifestyle. The community takes on an individualized approach to care, providing residents with personalized care plans that are tailored to their unique needs.

At Saint Therese of Corcoran, residents maintain the independence they want with the level of daily support they need. In addition to personalized care, the community offers plenty of opportunities for social interaction, enjoyment and wellness through their wide array of engaging activities and amenities. Here, residents are free to take a class of their liking, swim in the indoor pool, shop at a farmer’s market, and work out in the fitness center. Whatever it is you want to do, Saint Therese of Corcoran is there to assist you in living the retirement lifestyle that you desire.

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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 Independent Living in Hennepin County, MN

What is independent living?

Independent living communities are residential settings for active older adults — typically with private apartments or cottages, shared amenities (dining, fitness, activities), and no built-in medical care.

How many independent living communities are listed on this page?

This page features 12 independent living communities in Hennepin County, MN. Use the filters and comparison tools above to compare ratings, amenities, and pricing.

How do I choose the right independent living community in Hennepin County, MN?

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 Hennepin County, MN, 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 independent living communities in Hennepin County, MN?

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.