Best Independent Living in Minnetonka, MN

Why trust this guide? Our editorial team analyzed 5 independent living communities in Minnetonka, MN using MN Dept. of Health data, inspection records, complaints, amenities, and facility-level details. How we rank independent living in MN
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Info below is compiled from the MN Dept. of Health, senior community websites & trusted data sources such as Walk Score & BBB.

Communities are listed from highest-ranked to lowest-ranked based on our methodology.

Care Types in This Table AL (Assisted Living): Housing with help for daily activities like bathing, dressing, and medication, without 24-hour skilled nursing. MC (Memory Care): Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. IL (Independent Living): Community living with dining, activities, and transportation for active seniors who need little personal care.
City and state of the facility. Used for mapping and state-average comparisons.
Licensed bed capacity (maximum allowed). Not the same as how many beds are currently filled.
Indicates whether residents are allowed to have pets in the facility.
Third-party neighborhood walkability score (0–100). Convenience/context metric, not a healthcare quality measure.
Description of bed or unit types offered (e.g. assisted living, memory care), as reported in state or facility disclosures.
Number of years the company has been in operation.
Reported or derived occupancy for the facility—typically how fully licensed capacity is utilized. Compare across peers in the same market.
Better Business Bureau grade for the operating company. Reflects complaint handling and business practices, not clinical care quality.
Minnesota interviews residents directly — covering food, activities, staff, privacy, and sense of choice — including those with memory loss. The facility's score is compared to similarly sized facilities statewide and converted to a 1–5 star rating. <em>Source: MN DHS Assisted Living Report Card</em>
Minnesota surveys the primary family contact for each resident, asking about meals, staff responsiveness, safety, and likelihood to recommend. Scores are compared to peer facilities and converted to a 1–5 star rating. "–" = too few responses to score; "X" = facility refused to participate. <em>Source: MN DHS Assisted Living Report Card</em>
The percentage of residents who reported satisfaction with food variety and mealtimes in Minnesota's statewide quality-of-life survey. Food tends to score lower than other domains statewide, so scores above 85% reflect strong performance relative to peers. <em>Source: MN DHS Assisted Living Report Card</em>
Count of regulatory inspections in the reporting window. Higher volume can reflect more oversight visits, complaint-driven surveys, or routine licensure cycles.
Total count of deficiencies (cited regulatory issues) recorded in the selected reporting period. Read alongside inspection counts for context.
The average number of deficiencies this facility receives each time it's inspected, calculated as total deficiencies ÷ total inspections. A lower number suggests more consistent compliance with safety and care standards.
New Perspective Carlson Parkway
IL
AL
MC
Minnetonka
115
Facility 115
MN AVG 110
Rank #67 / 167
Yes
32
Facility 32
MN AVG 46
Rank #145 / 217
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
19
Facility 19
MN AVG 21
Rank #20 / 50
88.7%
Facility 88.7%
MN AVG 76.7%
Rank #24 / 80
A+
80.4%
Facility 80.4%
MN AVG 80.1
Rank #41 / 76
1
5
Facility 5
MN AVG 10
Rank #20 / 89
5.0
Facility 5.0
MN AVG 10.0
Rank #27 / 89
Orchards of Minnetonka Senior Living
IL
AL
MC
Minnetonka
175
Facility 175
MN AVG 110
Rank #13 / 167
Yes
31
Facility 31
MN AVG 46
Rank #148 / 217
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90.3%
Facility 90.3%
MN AVG 80.1
Rank #11 / 76
1
3
Facility 3
MN AVG 10
Rank #5 / 89
3.0
Facility 3.0
MN AVG 10.0
Rank #9 / 89
Sunrise of Minnetonka
IL
AL
MC
Minnetonka
74
Facility 74
MN AVG 110
Rank #129 / 167
Yes
31
Facility 31
MN AVG 46
Rank #148 / 217
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed-
50.0%
Facility 50.0%
MN AVG 76.7%
Rank #74 / 80
-
88.4%
Facility 88.4%
MN AVG 80.1
Rank #19 / 76
1
16
Facility 16
MN AVG 10
Rank #73 / 89
16.0
Facility 16.0
MN AVG 10.0
Rank #78 / 89
Havenwood Of Minnetonka
IL
AL
MC
Minnetonka
115
Facility 115
MN AVG 110
Rank #67 / 167
No
17
Facility 17
MN AVG 46
Rank #187 / 217
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RidgePointe Senior Living
IL
Minnetonka (Oak Knoll)
-Yes
57
Facility 57
MN AVG 46
Rank #79 / 217
1 Bed / 2 Bed---------

Rank badges are statewide and care-type specific: each independent living community is ranked against every other MN independent living community we track that reports that metric, not just the 5 analyzed for Minnetonka. See how we rank facilities

Overview of New Perspective Carlson Parkway

New Perspective Carlson Parkway offers assisted living, independent living, and memory care in Minnetonka, MN. Assisted living provides help with daily tasks while a resident lives in an apartment, independent living provides apartment living without daily care, and memory care provides a secured setting with supervision for someone who may be at risk of wandering. With all three care levels in one community, a resident whose needs grow can move to a different level without leaving the community. The combination suits someone who wants apartment living now but may need more support over time.

The community has 115 beds and offers studio, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom apartments. A studio is a single-room apartment, while a two-bedroom apartment can suit a couple moving together or someone who wants a companion. Respite care provides a short stay when a family caregiver needs to travel or recover, and short-term rehabilitation is available during recovery from an illness or injury.

Residents can use on-site physical and occupational therapy, so rehabilitation does not require arranging transportation elsewhere. Chef-created dining, gardening, happy hour, playing cards, a secured courtyard, a garden patio, and transportation for community outings give residents specific ways to spend time, gather, enjoy the outdoors, and leave the community for outings. Pets are allowed, and religious services are available. The starting price is $1,800 per month. A Walk Score of 32 places the area in a car-dependent setting, so most errands require a car or a ride. Brad Johnson serves as director.

Starting Price $1,800/Month

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Overview of Orchards of Minnetonka Senior Living

Orchards of Minnetonka Senior Living offers independent living, assisted living, and memory care in Minnetonka, MN. Independent living provides private living with community services and no daily care, while assisted living adds help with daily tasks such as bathing, dressing, and medication.

Memory care provides a secured setting with supervision for someone at risk of wandering. With all three care levels available in one community, Orchards of Minnetonka Senior Living may be a good fit for a resident whose needs may grow over time because moving to a different level of care does not require leaving the community.

The community has 175 beds, bringing more residents, staff, and usually more programming. A Walk Score of 31 places the area in a car dependent setting, so most errands require a car or a ride. Respite care is also available for a short stay when someone’s usual caregiver needs to travel or recover.

Residents can use the fitness center, library, beauty salon, fire pit, and putting green for exercise, reading, personal grooming, and outdoor recreation. Pets are allowed, so a resident can continue living with a pet after moving to the community.

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Sunrise of Minnetonka

18605 Old Excelsior Blvd, Minnetonka, MN 55345
Overview of Sunrise of Minnetonka

Sunrise of Minnetonka is an senior living community located in Minnetonka, Minnesota, providing residents with every opportunity to focus on their wellness and well-being as they enjoy life alongside good friends. The community offers room rates starting at $2,645 per month and provides life-enriching care in a beautiful setting, with scenic grounds featuring flower and vegetable gardens, light-filled interiors, and a centralized location near Minneapolis and other exciting locales. Sunrise of Minnetonka’s outstanding team delivers loving, compassionate care, fostering a strong sense of community and helping residents experience joy through individualized care plans tailored to their unique needs.

The community offers a variety of amenities and services, including a nostalgic jukebox in the bistro, a living room fireplace, an on-site salon/barber shop, and a culinary team that creates mouth-watering dishes using fresh, seasonal ingredients. Sunrise of Minnetonka welcomes pets with loving cuddles and comfy laps, ensuring a warm and welcoming environment for all. Conveniently located near the intersection of Highways 101 and 7, the community is close to various shopping centers, parks, restaurants, and coffee shops, as well as the famous General Store. Residents have access to medical support from nearby hospitals and care facilities, ensuring comprehensive care and support throughout their stay at Sunrise of Minnetonka.

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Havenwood Of Minnetonka

17710 Old Excelsior Boulevard, Minnetonka, MN 55345
Overview of Havenwood of Minnetonka

Three care types are offered at Havenwood of Minnetonka in Minnetonka, MN. They are independent living, memory care, and assisted living.

Independent living skips daily care, and assisted living delivers it by having staff to help with bathing, dressing, and medication. Approved for dementia care, the level above assisted living is memory care.

The 115 beds are covered by an Enhanced Assisted Living program. Respite Care is named too. The three care types may suit someone whose needs are likely to grow.

Starting Price $2,695/Month

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Overview of RidgePointe Senior Living

Enjoy countless opportunities for socialization and fulfilling living at RidgePointe Senior Living, a vibrant senior living community in Hennepin County, Minnetonka, MN, offering independent living. Relax in bright and spacious accommodations that come in various floor plans, including one-bedroom and two-bedroom floor plans. The community is surrounded by wooded areas, mature trees, planned green spaces, and gardens, providing a relaxing and healing environment that fosters relaxation.

The community takes pride in their countless amenities designed to make residents’ lifestyle easier. Here, residents benefit from the convenience of scheduled van service, weekly housekeeping, daily continental breakfast, three complimentary dinners per month, and well-designed common areas that fosters continuing passions and discovery. With an art studio, woodshop, art galleries, raised garden beds, a library computer station, as well as a beautiful piano in a spacious lobby, residents never run out of things to explore and live a productive daily life.

Starting Price $1,350/Month

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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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Independent Living in Minnetonka at a glance

Avg Walk Score: 34/ 100The average Walk Score across facilities in Minnetonka, 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: 120The average licensed bed capacity across facilities in Minnetonka, MN. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: 90
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Frequently Asked Questions about Independent Living in Minnetonka, MN

What is the average cost of independent living in Minnetonka, MN?

The average monthly cost of independent living in Minnetonka, MN is approximately $2,094. Actual rates vary by community, level of care, and floorplan.

What is the price range for independent living in Minnetonka, MN?

Independent living in Minnetonka, MN typically ranges from $476 - $3,960 per month, depending on the community, room type, and care needs.

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 5 independent living communities in Minnetonka, MN. Use the filters and comparison tools above to compare ratings, amenities, and pricing.

How do I choose the right independent living community in Minnetonka, 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 Minnetonka, 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 Minnetonka, 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.