Page 14 of Best Independent Living in Minnesota

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Avg Walk Score: 45/ 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: 61The average licensed bed capacity across facilities in Minnesota. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: 90
Overview of Meadows on Fairview Al

Meadows on Fairview Al is an assisted living community located in Wyoming, Minnesota. The 75-bed facility has an occupancy rate of 92%, with an average resident stay of 21 days. Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay are accepted, offering families flexible coverage options. Nurse staffing averages 7 hours and 25 minutes per resident per day to provide a substantial level of care for residents who need support with daily activities and medical oversight.

The community focuses on physical wellness and spiritual connection. Residents have access to YMCA ForeverWell classes, a dedicated Spiritual Health program, and weekly and monthly worship services. Residents’ social lives are filled with organized activities and events, including monthly outings to engage with the broader community.

The walk score of 46 is a somewhat car-dependent location, which is common in suburban Minnesota. Visiting family members can access some nearby services on foot.

When it comes to dining, meals are served restaurant-style with tableside service. Residents can eat in communal dining areas or have meals brought to their rooms. There’s a therapy gym that supports residents’ physical recovery and maintenance. Amenities include a beauty and barber salon, screened porch, and outdoor patios and gardens. The community is pet-friendly, so residents can bring their companions, which adds a meaningful connection to the setting.

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Overview of Haven Homes Assisted Living

Haven Homes Assisted Living is a senior living community in Maple Plain, MN offering nursing home care, assisted living, hospice care, independent living, memory care, respite care, and skilled nursing. Assisted living helps with daily tasks while a resident maintains an apartment, while independent living provides private living without daily care. Memory care offers a secured setting with supervision for someone at risk of wandering.

Skilled nursing provides licensed nursing care on site around the clock. Respite care supports a short stay when a resident’s usual caregiver needs time away, and hospice care and spiritual care are available for residents receiving end of life services. The range of care levels may be a good fit for a resident whose needs change over time, since the community offers options from independent living through skilled nursing and hospice care.

Haven Homes Assisted Living has 106 beds. Total nurse staffing is 5 hours and 5 minutes per resident each day, representing the total daily nurse time allocated to each resident. Payment options are Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay: Medicare applies to short term skilled care after a hospital stay rather than long term residence, Medicaid can be relevant when savings may not cover a long stay, and private pay means paying directly for care.

Short term rehabilitation is available, allowing a resident to receive rehabilitation services at the community rather than arrange transportation elsewhere. A beauty salon and barber shop provide grooming services on site, the fitness center supports resident exercise, and the outdoor terrace and courtyards provide outdoor areas. Scheduled transportation is available for planned trips, and pets are allowed, so a resident may bring a pet to the community. With a Walk Score of 45, the area is car dependent, meaning most errands require a car or a ride; scheduled transportation may help with planned trips for residents who no longer drive.

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Overview of St Mark’s Heritage Community

St Mark’s Heritage Community provides independent living, assisted living, memory care, nursing home and skilled nursing, hospice care, palliative care, and respite care in Austin, MN. Independent living offers private living with community services and no daily care, while assisted living provides help with tasks such as bathing, dressing, and medication management. Memory care provides a secured setting with supervision, and nursing home or skilled nursing care provides licensed nursing on site around the clock.

Hospice care and palliative care support residents with serious illness through care focused on comfort and symptom management. Respite care offers a short stay for someone whose usual caregiver needs to travel or recover. The range of care can suit a resident whose needs change over time, allowing movement between care levels without leaving the community.

The community has 54 beds, making it a smaller setting where residents and staff can get to know one another. A Walk Score of 86 means the area is very walkable, with most errands possible on foot, so a resident who no longer drives can still get out independently. Pets are allowed, allowing a resident to continue living with a pet.

Short-term rehabilitation is available for a temporary recovery stay after an illness, injury, or procedure. Controlled access doors and a secure outdoor garden provide features relevant to residents who need a more contained setting, while pet-friendly visits allow animals to remain part of visits with residents. Payment options are Medicaid, Medicare, and private pay.

St Mark’s Heritage Community opened in 1963. Total nurse staffing is 5 hours 14 minutes per resident per day, representing the daily hands-on nursing time assigned per resident.

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Overview of Prairie Bluffs Senior Living
Prairie Bluffs Senior Living is a premier senior community located in Eden Prairie, Minnesota. It offers Independent Living, Assisted Living, Enhanced Assisted Living, and Memory Care. The community provides exceptional accommodations and comprehensive wellness services.

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The Rosemount

14344 Cameo Avenue West, Rosemount, MN 55068
Overview of The Rosemount
The Rosemount is a senior living community located in Rosemount, MN. It offers independent living, assisted living, and memory care services. The community is designed to provide a supportive environment that encourages independence and social engagement.

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Overview of The Meadows Senior Living
The Meadows Senior Living is a comfortable apartment community featuring options of independent living, assisted living, and memory care in Savage, Minnesota. It offers customizable care plans and a range of amenities aimed at comfort and convenience. Residents can enjoy engaging activities and high-quality dining prepared by an in-house chef.

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Amira Choice Roseville

2996 Cleveland Avenue North, Roseville, MN 55113
Overview of Amira Choice Roseville
Amira Choice Roseville offers enhanced assisted living care with a dedicated team of caregivers. Residents enjoy a variety of services including full-service dining, spiritual support, and engaging programming. The community provides 24-hour care and a high caregiver-to-resident ratio to assist with daily living activities.

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Silvercrest Properties LLC

3633 Park Center Boulevard, St. Louis Park, MN 55416
Overview of Silvercrest Properties
Silvercrest Properties is a senior living community located in St. Louis Park, MN. It offers a range of services including independent living, assisted living, and memory care. The community focuses on wellness, dignity, and care for its residents.

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Overview of The Legacy of Farmington
The Legacy of Farmington is a senior living community located in Farmington, MN. It offers a vibrant environment with support and care for residents through various events and programs. The community provides options for independent living, assisted living, and memory care.

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Overview of Heritage Pointe Senior Living
Heritage Pointe Senior Living is a senior living community located in Marshall, Minnesota. It offers various lifestyle options including independent living, assisted living, and memory care. The community provides spacious apartments, nutritious meals, and a vibrant calendar of events.

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Weighting overview

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    Resident Experience
  • 25%
    Regulatory
  • 15%
    Visual Media
  • 10%
    Website
  • 10%
    Stability
  • 5%
    Environment
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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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  • Review Sentiment
  • Review Volume
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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.

  • Includes
  • 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.

  • Includes
  • Video Tours
  • 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.

  • Includes
  • 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.

  • Includes
  • 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.

  • 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 216 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.