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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 |
Eventide Linden Tree Circle, nestled in Moorhead, Minnesota—a retreat that gracefully combines assisted living and independent living services. With the choice of cozy one-bedroom or two-bedroom room types, this is where stress finds no foothold, and a reputation for providing a socially enriching, physically active, and intellectually stimulating home for seniors takes center stage.
Safety and support define the experience here, with offerings extending from assisted living to memory care and nursing home services, all enveloped in an aura of warmth and attentiveness. The commitment to quality is tangible, with a 24/7 caring office that ensures a high standard of care.
What truly sets this community apart is its unwavering dedication to preserving residents’ independence, even extending it to memory care, where recovery and emotional well-being are pivotal considerations. Eventide Linden Tree Circle invites you to discover a chapter of life where care and growth blend seamlessly.
A cozy and elegant independent living and assisted living community, Summit Place Senior Campus is one of Bloomington’s premier senior living homes. Residents can rest assured that staff and management are ready to attend to any needs and ensure they are comfortable and secure in the community. Summit Place is ideal for families to entrust their loved ones to professional care staff as they fulfill and nurture seniors’ lifestyles and personal growth.
The senior living facility has proven to excel in providing an exceptional standard of senior care. The friendly and dedicated staff makes residents feel like family. Their engaging activities and programs to name a few, are the recreational activities, fitness activities, and entertainment programs available for residents to participate in at the library, media room, or social areas.
An ethereal senior living community located at 19th Avenue NW, Rochester, MN, Benedictine Living Community offers a spectrum of living options. These include assisted living, independent living, skilled nursing, memory care, rehabilitation, and respite care. The community ensures relaxing and secure residences with spacious floor plans such as suites, one-bedrooms with balconies, and two-bedroom. Combining comfort and professionalism, Benedictine Living Community ensures a vibrant life for seniors to enjoy.
The community values the independence and wellness of its residents, providing them with top-notch care and assistance to enjoy a maintenance and worry-free lifestyle. Furthermore, Benedictine Living Community serves nutritious and delicious meals that satisfy the dietary needs and cravings of the seniors. For the residents’ comfort and leisure, community amenities include raised garden beds, several courtyards, a pool table, an aesthetic view from apartment homes, and 12 acres of beautifully landscaped grounds.
Woodbury Senior Living stands as a true gem within Minnesota, offering a comprehensive range of services, from assisted living to memory care. This community also extends its offerings to skilled nursing and transitional care, providing seniors with a harmonious blend of support and independence. The community’s dedication to residents’ overall happiness is further evidenced by its round-the-clock nursing staff, ensuring continuous care and support. A range of services, including housekeeping, freshly cooked meals, and social engagement opportunities, contribute to the vibrant lifestyle offered.
The interior boasts a timeless atmosphere, creating a sense of comfort and belonging. Residents can also avail themselves of a wellness and fitness room, a tranquil chapel, an on-site beauty salon and barbershop, and various dedicated areas for art and music. The well-appointed apartments are equipped with modern conveniences such as an emergency response system, private balconies, and individually controlled temperature settings. With its array of offerings and commitment to creating a reliable and trustworthy home, Woodbury Senior Living is a haven that families can wholeheartedly rely on.
Live independently with Nokomis Square Cooperative Senior Living Community, a dedicated 55+ community that offers cooperative living. The community features 200 one- and two-bedroom accommodations, ensuring residents’ comfort and safety. Residents can keep their peace of mind with assistance from the management and dedicated services.
Here, residents meet new friends and live actively with various activities and engaging events. With top-notch kitchen features, residents can prepare meals according to their dietary needs and preferences. The community is great for those aiming to downsize in retirement, especially with its vibrant and welcoming environment.
Meadowood Shores Senior Apartments located in New Brighton, MN, is a senior living community offering independent living accommodations and amenities for individuals aged 62 and above. They offer one to two bedroom accommodations mostly featuring balconies, full kitchen with basic appliances, and rooms with emergency call systems.
Included in their monthly fee are eight full meals, scheduled transportation, cable and internet, and access to their weekly wellness clinic. The community provides residents with access to their activities, and wellness programs, as well as social events.
Boasting a legacy of innovative care in Saint Louis Park, Minnesota, Saint Therese is an idyllic senior living community that offers a wide range of care options to accommodate individual lifestyle preferences and care needs. The community offers independent living, assisted living, long-term care, transitional care, memory care, and hospice & palliative care, ensuring all of its residents’ needs are met. Residents are guaranteed to thrive with inviting residences and community spaces, convenient amenities, hardworking employees and friendly neighbors.
Residents are provided with an abundance of opportunities to stay active and healthy with onsite wellness and fitness programs, personal care services such as a barber and beauty salon, and a brimming calendar of engaging activities. The community also offers their pastoral care program that supports residents’ spiritual needs with regular Mass and ecumenical worship services. At Saint Therese, residents are guaranteed to be met with compassionate care and assistance in every stage of their retirement, empowering them to continue living fully and happily.
Prepare to be captivated by the awe-inspiring views of the shoreline, a constant reminder of the natural wonders that envelop The Shores. This assisted living community is a gem nestled within the inviting neighborhood of Duluth. The remarkable community offers 40 thoughtfully designed apartments, providing residents with a life of comfort and convenience. A team of highly trained staff stands ready to deliver exceptional care, catering to the unique needs of each individual.
The sun-kissed outdoor patios beckon, offering the perfect setting for laughter-filled gatherings and heartfelt conversations. The charming garden room provides a tranquil oasis where nature’s beauty intertwines with serenity. Within the warm and inviting common areas, lifelong friendships blossom and stories are shared, fostering a deep sense of belonging. The calendar is brimming with exciting activities, offering residents ample opportunities to engage, explore, and thrive. Whether it’s immersing oneself in local attractions or participating in the on-site wellness programs, each day presents new avenues for personal growth and independence. With a dedicated team committed to delivering exceptional experiences, this assisted living community sets the standard for senior residential homes.
For four decades, Catholic Eldercare has been a haven of tranquility for countless seniors seeking a safe and nurturing abode in Northeast Minneapolis. As a distinguished institution in the world of senior care, this establishment offers an array of comprehensive services, including assisted living, independent living, skilled nursing, memory care, transitional care, adult day services, and pastoral care. The home has been providing exceptional services to people of all faiths, fostering a vibrant community of residents who cherish the spiritual, social, and recreational programs and activities that are available to them.
The care center provides a range of practical services to assist with everyday life, including housekeeping, shopping trips, outings, and laundry services, to name but a few. And with a comprehensive emergency call system and daily safety checks, family members can rest easy knowing their loved ones are in good hands. It also has state-of-the-art amenities, including physical, occupational, and speech therapies, daily music therapy sessions, and health monitoring and education to ensure that residents receive the best care possible. Aside from its robust medical and wellness offerings, Catholic Eldercare also caters to the creative and social needs of its residents through a variety of pursuits, including watercolor painting, poetry writing, and concerts.
Ebenezer Tower Apartments is a retirement home at 2523 Portland Ave S in Minneapolis’s Phillips neighborhood, offering independent living, assisted living, and memory care in a high-rise. Studio, 1-bedroom, and 2-bedroom apartments range from 342 to 730 square feet, each with in-unit kitchen and bathroom, closet space, and some with balconies. Rent includes heat, air conditioning, water, and electricity. Minimum age is 50; pets allowed. Pricing is from $615 to $1,105/month.
Situated 1.6 miles from downtown Minneapolis with a walk score of 76, the community sits 0.27 miles from Children’s Minnesota – Minneapolis Hospital. The facility is managed by Brenda Johnson, Vice President of Operations, whose background includes nursing and licensed nursing home administration. Ebenezer Tower does not accept Medicare or Medicaid and requires private pay.
Services include 24-hour on-site caretaker, off-street reserved parking, weekly check cashing, community computer with internet access, art program, garden club, exercise room, volunteer opportunities, beauty/barbershop, grocery delivery service, and laundry facilities. Specific programs include tax credit apartment homes, HUD Section 8 federally-subsidized housing options, exercise programs, and volunteer programs. The facility describes offerings across three care levels; independent, assisted, and memory care; but operational detail regarding staffing, care ratios, and service delivery is not publicly available.
Ebenezer Tower is not CMS-certified for Medicare or Medicaid. Inspection history, deficiency counts, citation data, and regulatory compliance records are not disclosed. The Minnesota Department of Health, Health Regulation Division may conduct inspections if the facility holds an assisted living license, but records are not publicly available.
Families should ask about state licensing status, inspection history, staffing credentials, emergency response procedures, building safety, and payment terms and lease requirements.
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.













