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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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Last updated
Feb 2026
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12 homes
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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
- - - - ----
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% - - ----

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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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.