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| New Perspective Columbia Heights | IL AL MC | Columbia Heights | 85
Facility
85
MN AVG
61
Rank
#159 / 532 | Yes |
60
Facility
60
MN AVG
43
Rank
#173 / 632 | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed | 18
Facility
18
MN AVG
18
Rank
#50 / 137 |
85.9%
Facility
85.9%
MN AVG
76.6%
Rank
#95 / 302 | A+ | 85%
Facility
85%
MN AVG
80.3
Rank
#50 / 149 | 1 | 6
Facility
6
MN AVG
10
Rank
#61 / 276 | 6.0
Facility
6.0
MN AVG
10.0
Rank
#75 / 276 | ||
| Nine Mile Creek Senior Living | IL AL MC | Bloomington (West Bloomington) | 107
Facility
107
MN AVG
61
Rank
#109 / 532 | No |
29
Facility
29
MN AVG
43
Rank
#423 / 632 | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed | 16
Facility
16
MN AVG
18
Rank
#71 / 137 |
93.5%
Facility
93.5%
MN AVG
76.6%
Rank
#50 / 302 | A+ | 80.7%
Facility
80.7%
MN AVG
80.3
Rank
#76 / 149 | 1 | 1
Facility
1
MN AVG
10
Rank
#5 / 276 | 1.0
Facility
1.0
MN AVG
10.0
Rank
#5 / 276 | ||
| New Perspective Highland Park | IL AL MC | St Paul (Highland Park) | 109
Facility
109
MN AVG
61
Rank
#107 / 532 | Yes |
68
Facility
68
MN AVG
43
Rank
#121 / 632 | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed | 18
Facility
18
MN AVG
18
Rank
#50 / 137 |
75.2%
Facility
75.2%
MN AVG
76.6%
Rank
#182 / 302 | A+ | 83.5%
Facility
83.5%
MN AVG
80.3
Rank
#61 / 149 | 1 | 22
Facility
22
MN AVG
10
Rank
#253 / 276 | 22.0
Facility
22.0
MN AVG
10.0
Rank
#260 / 276 | ||
| New Perspective Faribault | IL AL MC | Faribault | 65
Facility
65
MN AVG
61
Rank
#216 / 532 | Yes |
39
Facility
39
MN AVG
43
Rank
#344 / 632 | Studio / 1 Bed | 18
Facility
18
MN AVG
18
Rank
#50 / 137 |
76.9%
Facility
76.9%
MN AVG
76.6%
Rank
#175 / 302 | A+ | 89.1%
Facility
89.1%
MN AVG
80.3
Rank
#28 / 149 | 1 | 22
Facility
22
MN AVG
10
Rank
#253 / 276 | 22.0
Facility
22.0
MN AVG
10.0
Rank
#260 / 276 | ||
| New Perspective Carlson Parkway | IL AL MC | Minnetonka | 115
Facility
115
MN AVG
61
Rank
#88 / 532 | Yes |
32
Facility
32
MN AVG
43
Rank
#395 / 632 | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed | 18
Facility
18
MN AVG
18
Rank
#50 / 137 |
88.7%
Facility
88.7%
MN AVG
76.6%
Rank
#81 / 302 | A+ | 80.4%
Facility
80.4%
MN AVG
80.3
Rank
#78 / 149 | 1 | 5
Facility
5
MN AVG
10
Rank
#40 / 276 | 5.0
Facility
5.0
MN AVG
10.0
Rank
#52 / 276 | ||
| New Perspective Senior Living | Waconia | IL AL MC | Waconia | 120
Facility
120
MN AVG
61
Rank
#72 / 532 | Yes |
37
Facility
37
MN AVG
43
Rank
#357 / 632 | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed | 18
Facility
18
MN AVG
18
Rank
#50 / 137 | - | A+ | - | - | 76.9%
Facility
76.9%
MN AVG
80.3
Rank
#105 / 149 | - | - | - |
| New Perspective Prior Lake | IL AL MC | Prior Lake | 120
Facility
120
MN AVG
61
Rank
#72 / 532 | Yes |
38
Facility
38
MN AVG
43
Rank
#350 / 632 | 1 Bed / 2 Bed | 18
Facility
18
MN AVG
18
Rank
#50 / 137 |
99.2%
Facility
99.2%
MN AVG
76.6%
Rank
#33 / 302 | A+ | 84%
Facility
84%
MN AVG
80.3
Rank
#57 / 149 | 1 | 12
Facility
12
MN AVG
10
Rank
#179 / 276 | 12.0
Facility
12.0
MN AVG
10.0
Rank
#191 / 276 | ||
| New Perspective Eagan | IL AL MC | Eagan | 145
Facility
145
MN AVG
61
Rank
#38 / 532 | Yes |
66
Facility
66
MN AVG
43
Rank
#132 / 632 | 1 Bed / 2 Bed / 3 Bed | 18
Facility
18
MN AVG
18
Rank
#50 / 137 |
50.3%
Facility
50.3%
MN AVG
76.6%
Rank
#265 / 302 | A+ | 69.9%
Facility
69.9%
MN AVG
80.3
Rank
#127 / 149 | 1 | 3
Facility
3
MN AVG
10
Rank
#14 / 276 | 3.0
Facility
3.0
MN AVG
10.0
Rank
#19 / 276 | ||
| Walker Methodist Walker Place | IL AL MC NH RC | Minneapolis (Southwest Minneapolis) | 120
Facility
120
MN AVG
61
Rank
#72 / 532 | No |
74
Facility
74
MN AVG
43
Rank
#86 / 632 | 1 Bed / 2 Bed | 20
Facility
20
MN AVG
18
Rank
#41 / 137 |
96.7%
Facility
96.7%
MN AVG
76.6%
Rank
#37 / 302 | A+ | 91.3%
Facility
91.3%
MN AVG
80.3
Rank
#14 / 149 | 1 | 9
Facility
9
MN AVG
10
Rank
#124 / 276 | 9.0
Facility
9.0
MN AVG
10.0
Rank
#139 / 276 | ||
| Tradition | IL AL | Brooklyn Park | 160
Facility
160
MN AVG
61
Rank
#29 / 532 | Yes |
41
Facility
41
MN AVG
43
Rank
#327 / 632 | 1 Bed / 2 Bed | 12
Facility
12
MN AVG
18
Rank
#84 / 137 |
96.9%
Facility
96.9%
MN AVG
76.6%
Rank
#36 / 302 | A+ | 77.6%
Facility
77.6%
MN AVG
80.3
Rank
#101 / 149 | 1 | 13
Facility
13
MN AVG
10
Rank
#197 / 276 | 13.0
Facility
13.0
MN AVG
10.0
Rank
#209 / 276 | ||
| Carver Ridge Senior Living | IL AL MC RC | Carver | 82
Facility
82
MN AVG
61
Rank
#172 / 532 | No |
20
Facility
20
MN AVG
43
Rank
#492 / 632 | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed | 6
Facility
6
MN AVG
18
Rank
#125 / 137 |
84.1%
Facility
84.1%
MN AVG
76.6%
Rank
#119 / 302 | A+ | 74.6%
Facility
74.6%
MN AVG
80.3
Rank
#112 / 149 | 1 | 1
Facility
1
MN AVG
10
Rank
#5 / 276 | 1.0
Facility
1.0
MN AVG
10.0
Rank
#5 / 276 | ||
| New Perspective Mahtomedi | IL AL MC | Mahtomedi | 30
Facility
30
MN AVG
61
Rank
#336 / 532 | Yes |
58
Facility
58
MN AVG
43
Rank
#191 / 632 | Studio | 18
Facility
18
MN AVG
18
Rank
#50 / 137 |
70.0%
Facility
70.0%
MN AVG
76.6%
Rank
#213 / 302 | A+ | 85.4%
Facility
85.4%
MN AVG
80.3
Rank
#48 / 149 | 1 | 10
Facility
10
MN AVG
10
Rank
#141 / 276 | 10.0
Facility
10.0
MN AVG
10.0
Rank
#154 / 276 | ||
| New Perspective Senior Living | Woodbury | IL AL MC | Woodbury (Century Avenue South) | 80
Facility
80
MN AVG
61
Rank
#175 / 532 | Yes |
35
Facility
35
MN AVG
43
Rank
#372 / 632 | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed | 18
Facility
18
MN AVG
18
Rank
#50 / 137 | - | A+ | - | - | 69%
Facility
69%
MN AVG
80.3
Rank
#131 / 149 | - | - | - |
| Seven Hills Senior Living | IL AL MC | St Paul (Summit - University) | 110
Facility
110
MN AVG
61
Rank
#99 / 532 | No |
87
Facility
87
MN AVG
43
Rank
#17 / 632 | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed | 2
Facility
2
MN AVG
18
Rank
#137 / 137 |
65.5%
Facility
65.5%
MN AVG
76.6%
Rank
#227 / 302 | A | 63%
Facility
63%
MN AVG
80.3
Rank
#144 / 149 | 1 | 10
Facility
10
MN AVG
10
Rank
#141 / 276 | 10.0
Facility
10.0
MN AVG
10.0
Rank
#154 / 276 | ||
| The Kenwood | IL AL | Minneapolis (Calhoun Isles) | 118
Facility
118
MN AVG
61
Rank
#80 / 532 | Yes |
90
Facility
90
MN AVG
43
Rank
#10 / 632 | 1 Bed / 2 Bed | 40
Facility
40
MN AVG
18
Rank
#10 / 137 |
29.7%
Facility
29.7%
MN AVG
76.6%
Rank
#300 / 302 | A+ | 94.2%
Facility
94.2%
MN AVG
80.3
Rank
#5 / 149 | 1 | 20
Facility
20
MN AVG
10
Rank
#244 / 276 | 20.0
Facility
20.0
MN AVG
10.0
Rank
#253 / 276 |
Hayden Grove Senior Living in Bloomington offers the next level of care beyond the independent, assisted living, and memory care lifestyle we know today. The retirement home provides services for those needing full support with everyday living. Thanks to the team of dedicated staff who strive to deliver the best quality of service that balances individuality and independence for seniors to enhance their lifestyle.
The luxurious Hayden Grove aims to let its residents live a worry-free lifestyle by ensuring companionship and meaningful conversations to upraise graceful aging. Community features include many engaging activities such as arts and crafts, cards and puzzles, and bingo; amenities that include utilities, restaurant-style dining, a cafe, and a library; essential services such as hair salon, transportation, housekeeping, and maintenance.
Gramercy Park Cooperative is a tightly-knit, active 62+ adults who wish to retire in a luxurious community. The nurturing environment empowers and enhances the quality of life for residents by providing tailored care to each unique individual. Residents are given the freedom and choice given to each resident, and the staff ensures that they attend to the unique needs of each individual with kindness and compassion.
Gramercy Park’s all-inclusive amenities include delicious and nutritious daily meals, weekly housekeeping and laundry, transportation to and from, specialized programs, social gatherings, and educational activities.
Nestled in Duluth, Minnesota, Primrose of Duluth is a distinguished assisted living community with memory care services. They understand that each resident is a unique individual with their own preferences, emotions, and social needs so their care plans are tailored to meet the specific requirements of each resident, ensuring personalized and comprehensive support.
For residents who need memory care, Primrose offers specially designed apartments that provide a spacious and beautiful living environment. With a warm home-like ambiance, these memory care apartments are thoughtfully crafted to enhance the person-centered care approach that Primrose is known for. By creating an atmosphere that promotes comfort and familiarity, residents can feel at ease and receive the highest quality of care in a setting that feels like home.
The Linden Apartments is a charming residence located in Morehead, Minnesota. The community offers a supportive atmosphere and a range of living options, including thoughtfully designed assisted living apartments for seniors. The focus is on keeping the residents engaged, happy, and at the center of everything they do. From personalized care plans to tailored amenities, the environment is created to promote independence and enhance the quality of life for the residents.
Within the community, welcoming common areas foster a sense of belonging. Residents can enjoy socializing and connecting with others while taking advantage of the on-site hair salon. Safety is prioritized with an emergency call system and secure building, ensuring peace of mind for both residents and their families. In addition to the exceptional care and services provided, there is a comprehensive wellness center and convenient underground parking. A dedicated caregiving staff is available 24 hours a day, providing professional and compassionate support to meet the unique needs of each resident.
Sholom Home West, situated in the heart of Minnesota, emerges as a sanctuary dedicated to providing seniors with comfort, care, and a vibrant sense of community. Rooted in a rich legacy of compassion, this 179-bed senior care community offers various services, from short-term rehabilitation to long-term care. Meticulously tailored by an interdisciplinary team of professionals, individualized care plans address the distinctive needs of each resident, whether recovering from an accident, surgery, illness or simply seeking a supportive environment. Sholom Home West, where compassion seamlessly intertwines with community, welcomes seniors to thrive within its nurturing environment.
Sholom Home West goes beyond the ordinary, providing on-site medical services, including X-ray, lab services, podiatry, optometry, orthotics, audiology, and dental care to enhance overall well-being. The community prioritizes a holistic approach, incorporating therapy clinics for physical, occupational, and speech therapies, along with recreational, music, and pet therapies that significantly enrich the lives of residents. Amidst its walls, Sholom Home West creates an atmosphere of solace and companionship. Essential services such as daily housekeeping, linen, and personal laundry ensure a standard of comfort and cleanliness. Community rooms serve as inviting spaces for resident and family gatherings. Kosher meals and snacks are savored, complemented by the safety net of 24/7 admissions, registered nurses, and dedicated care specialists offering round-the-clock support. Lastly, the outdoor courtyard stands as a tranquil oasis for reflection, while the chapel, library, gift shop, and onsite beauty/barbershop nurture the mind, body, and spirit.
Located in the heart of Bloomington, Minnesota, Summerhouse of Bloomington is a premier senior living community under the esteemed umbrella of Presbyterian Homes & Services. Exclusively devoted to independent living, this senior living community presents a collection of apartment homes that celebrate the essence of vibrant senior living.
Close to an array of retail shops, restaurants, and medical facilities, the community resonates with a sense of convenience that seamlessly complements the tapestry of modern living. Summerhouse of Bloomington invites exploration, allowing individuals to indulge in cherished pastimes or venture into social territories.
Primrose Retirement Community of Duluth is a haven that redefines senior living. They proudly accept Medicare and VA benefits with their unparalleled range of lifestyle options, including independent living, assisted living, and memory care. The home exceeds all qualifications for quality senior living.
Residents can enjoy the home’s vibrant atmosphere, with dining areas, salons, and fitness centers just a stone’s throw away. They can also indulge in the spacious and exquisite rooms that require no maintenance, allowing them to savor a carefree lifestyle. The home’s memory care apartments are also thoughtfully designed, catering to individual preferences through a person-centered care approach. Primrose also features a well-stocked library, a fireplace for chilly evenings, and a state-of-the-art fitness center. With resident parking, a convenient laundry room, and an array of amenities to enhance daily life, the home ensures that every aspect of its residents’ well-being is catered to.
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.
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.
Conveniently settled in Plymouth, MN, Plymouth Towne Square is a classic senior living community that offers affordable, independent living for adults ages 55 and older. Residents can choose from a variety of one- and two-bedroom apartments with convenient in-unit amenities, such as air conditioner, individual climate control, cable-ready, and more. Located in Plymouth City Center, the community provides quick access to shopping, dining, a movie theater, medical professionals, nature trails and parks that encourages a vibrant and active lifestyle.
Committed to making its residents’ lives easier, more enjoyable, and relaxing, the community features a variety of delightful amenities. Residents benefit from the convenience of having access to a heated underground parking, three laundry rooms on each floor, and a computer room with Wi-Fi access. An arts and crafts room, garden spots, grill and picnic tables, library, and a solarium and porch provide plenty of opportunities for leisure and exploration. At Plymouth Towne Square, residents are granted a vibrant living experience without hurting their pockets.
Ranking Methodology
How we rank these independent living communities
Every community above is evaluated across six weighted categories using public data including state inspection records, review platforms, BBB profiles, and operator-published materials.
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 Minnesota
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 194 independent living communities in Minnesota. Use the filters and comparison tools above to compare ratings, amenities, and pricing.
How do I choose the right independent living 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 independent living 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.













