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Overview of Cedars of Austin

Cedars of Austin offers assisted living, independent living, and memory care in Austin, Minnesota. Assisted living includes help with bathing, dressing, and medication while the resident keeps a private living space. Independent living provides private living with community services but no daily care, while memory care offers a secured setting with supervision for someone at risk of wandering.

The combination of care types may suit a resident whose needs grow over time, because care can change without requiring a move to another community. Cedars of Austin has 140 beds. Respite care is available for short stays, which can give a family caregiver time to travel or recover.

Medicaid is accepted as a payment option for a family using that coverage toward a resident’s care. Transportation is available, with rides arranged through the community. A Walk Score of 86 places the area in the very walkable band, where most errands can be done on foot, so a resident who no longer drives can still reach nearby shops, a pharmacy, or cafes independently.

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Overview of Woodlake Residences

Woodlake Residences in New Hope, MN, names four care types. They are hospice care, skilled nursing, independent living, and assisted living. Independent living gives a private home, the community’s services, and no daily care. Assisted living adds bathing, dressing, and medication to that, and the apartment remains the resident’s.

Licensed nursing care delivered on-site is what skilled nursing designates. Hospice care is comfort and support for a person near the end of life.

At 221 beds, this is a large building, which usually means more residents, more staff, and more on the programme. Palliative Care and Transitional Care are named in the services, and the rehabilitation entries are Rehabilitation Services and Short-Term Rehab, so temporary recovery work and comfort-focused support both happen here.

Medicaid is accepted, which matters to a household whose own savings would not stretch across a long stay. 62 is the Walk Score, inside the somewhat walkable band, and a good few errands can be walked. Somebody starting in independent living whose needs later run deeper finds the deeper levels already on this license.

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Overview of Boulder Estates

Boulder Estates offers assisted living and independent living in Marshall, serving adults over 55. Independent living provides a private living arrangement with community services but no daily care, while assisted living allows a resident to keep an apartment while receiving help with bathing, dressing, medication, and other daily tasks.

The community has 140 beds and offers both care levels in one setting. That may suit a resident whose needs change over time and who would prefer to remain in the same community rather than move elsewhere.

Residents can use the on-site beauty and barbershop for grooming, along with exercise equipment and gardening areas. A whirlpool tub and religious services add options for bathing and worship without leaving the community.

Boulder Estates has a Walk Score of 77, classified as very walkable, so most errands can be completed on foot. Shops, a pharmacy, and cafes are within a short walk, allowing a resident who no longer drives to continue getting out independently.

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Overview of The Pines Assisted Living

The Pines Assisted Living offers independent living, assisted living, nursing home, and skilled nursing within a 95-bed setting in Richfield, MN. With 24-hour staffing, residents have access to various services whenever needed. The community also features shared apartment homes and care suites.

The listed starting price is $4,870. Pets are also allowed, so residents can bring a small animal companion. A Walk Score of 85 out of 100 makes the area very walkable, with most errands possible on foot, so a resident who no longer drives can still get out independently. Moreover, transportation is available.

Starting Price $4,870/Month

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Overview of Valley View Cooperative of Eden Prairie

Valley View Cooperative of Eden Prairie offers independent living in Eden Prairie, MN, in the Golden Triangle neighborhood. Independent living provides private living with community services for residents who do not need daily care. Valley View Cooperative of Eden Prairie may be a good fit for someone seeking a one-bedroom or two-bedroom home while maintaining an independent routine.

Housing options include one-bedroom and two-bedroom residences, with the two-bedroom layout able to suit a couple moving together. Pets are allowed, so residents can bring a pet when moving into the community.

A Walk Score of 30 places the area in a car-dependent setting, meaning most errands require a car or a ride. For a resident who no longer drives, everyday shopping and other errands will generally require transportation.

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Polar Ridge Senior Living

2365 Helen Street North, North St. Paul, MN 55109
Overview of Polar Ridge Senior Living

Polar Ridge Senior Living provides assisted living, independent living, memory care, and respite care in North St. Paul, MN. Independent living offers private living with community services and no daily care, while assisted living provides help with daily tasks such as dressing, bathing, and medication. Memory care provides a secured setting with supervision for someone at risk of wandering. Respite care offers a short stay for a family whose usual caregiver needs to travel or recover.

The combination of care levels can suit a resident whose needs may grow over time without requiring a move to a different community. Polar Ridge Senior Living has 138 beds. A Walk Score of 80 out of 100 places the area in the very walkable category, meaning most errands can be done on foot and a resident who no longer drives may still reach nearby shops, a pharmacy, or cafes independently. The Monthly Activity Calendar and memory care Activity Calendar show scheduled activities for residents, including programming organized for those in memory care, and Lifespark COMPLETE is also offered as a specific program. Troy Rehkamp is the director.

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Overview of Oak Meadows Senior Living

Oak Meadows Senior Living offers assisted living, independent living, and memory care in Oakdale, MN. Independent living provides a private home with community services and no daily care, while assisted living includes help with everyday tasks such as dressing, bathing, and taking medication. Memory care is provided in a secured setting with supervision for someone at risk of wandering.

The community has 150 beds, with care areas named The Ponds for independent living, The Pines for assisted living, and The Woods for memory care. Having several care levels in one community may suit a resident whose needs grow over time, since changing to a different level of care does not require leaving the community. A Walk Score of 66 means the area is somewhat walkable, with some errands possible on foot, giving a resident who no longer drives some opportunities to get out independently. Pets are allowed, so a resident can continue living with a pet.

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Overview of Ecumen Worthington the Meadows

Under one license in Worthington, MN, Ecumen Worthington the Meadows covers assisted living, independent living, and memory care. Private living with the community’s services attached and no daily care is the independent living offering. Memory care provides a secure setting and supervision for somebody at risk of wandering. Bathing, dressing, and medication get help at the assisted living level.

All three together provide the solution for a resident whose needs grow, without the community changing. The bed count reaches 128.

Seventy-three for Walk Score is very walkable, and most errands can be done on foot. Pets are allowed, and a Salon, a Fireplace, a Library, and Outings are the named amenities, covering grooming, shared space, reading, and organized trips out.

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Overview of Roseville’s Preserve

Roseville’s Preserve offers assisted living, independent living, and memory care in Roseville, MN. Independent living provides private living with community services and no daily care, while assisted living adds help with tasks such as bathing, dressing, and medication. Memory care provides a secured setting with supervision.

The range of care levels may suit a resident whose needs grow over time, because the available options can support a move between care levels without leaving the community. The community opened in 2020 and has 120 beds. Pets are allowed, so a resident can keep a pet while living in the community.

A beauty salon supports on-site personal grooming, while the library and movie theater give residents places to read and watch films. An outdoor terrace provides a designated place to spend time outside, and scheduled transportation is available for planned trips. A Walk Score of 69 places the area in the somewhat walkable category, meaning some errands can be done on foot; a resident who no longer drives may be able to handle some errands independently.

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Overview of Auburn Homes and Services Waconia

Auburn Homes and Services Waconia, situated in the beautiful town of Waconia, MN, is an esteemed senior living providing outstanding assisted living, memory care, skilled nursing care, and rehabilitation services. The community features an elegant and professional atmosphere, ensuring service is delivered well with compassion and integrity. Residents can choose from cozy studios, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom luxury, and private apartments, providing a perfect blend of privacy and community.

Here, residents are treated to delicious and nutritious meals while enjoying a wide array of activities and programs that invigorate the body, mind, and spirit. Live life to the fullest with its top-tier amenities and services, catering to unique individual needs, assisted by a dedicated team. Every moment is crafted to celebrate life and foster a vibrant and fulfilling experience for all.

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    Visual Media
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    Website
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    Stability
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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.

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Regulatory & Safety Record 25%

State inspection records, citations, and complaint visits. We weight per-inspection rates more heavily than raw counts.

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  • State Inspections
  • Citations/Inspection
  • % Inspections w/ Citations
  • Complaint Visits
  • Accreditations
  • BBB Rating
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Visual Media & Transparency 15%

Communities that publish high-quality visuals give families a real preview. No photos or tours = a negative transparency signal.

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  • Virtual Walkthroughs
  • Photo Quantity
  • Photo Quality
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Website & Operator Transparency 10%

Site quality and whether the operator publishes basic accountability information — staff names, contact details, ownership.

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  • Website Content
  • Mobile Usability
  • Staff Info Available
  • Owner Info Available
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Community Stability 10%

Operational signals indicating whether a community is well-run and meeting demand.

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  • Occupancy Rate
  • Bed Options
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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.

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  • 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 217 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.

Independent Living in Minnesota at a glance

Avg Walk Score: 46/ 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: 110The average licensed bed capacity across facilities in Minnesota. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: 90