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Best Independent Living in St. Paul, MN

Why trust this guide? Our editorial team analyzed 13 independent living communities in St Paul, MN using Minnesota Dept. of Human Services (DHS) data, inspection records, complaints, amenities, and facility-level details. How we rank independent living in MN
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Dec 2025
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Avg Walk Score: 54/ 100The average Walk Score across facilities in St Paul, 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: 111The average licensed bed capacity across facilities in St Paul, MN. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: 90

Compare Independent Living around St Paul

The Waters of Highland Park
IL
AL
MC
St Paul (Highland Park)
87
Facility 87
MN AVG 61
Rank #154 / 532
No
73
Facility 73
MN AVG 43
Rank #90 / 632
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90.8%
Facility 90.8%
MN AVG 76.6%
Rank #68 / 302
-
86.4%
Facility 86.4%
MN AVG 80.3
Rank #45 / 149
1
10
Facility 10
MN AVG 10
Rank #141 / 276
10.0
Facility 10.0
MN AVG 10.0
Rank #154 / 276
Arbor Glen Senior Living
IL
AL
MC
Lake Elmo
94
Facility 94
MN AVG 61
Rank #136 / 532
Yes
34
Facility 34
MN AVG 43
Rank #376 / 632
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed-
89.4%
Facility 89.4%
MN AVG 76.6%
Rank #78 / 302
-
91.1%
Facility 91.1%
MN AVG 80.3
Rank #17 / 149
1
7
Facility 7
MN AVG 10
Rank #85 / 276
7.0
Facility 7.0
MN AVG 10.0
Rank #99 / 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
Lilydale Senior Living
IL
AL
MC
Sunfish Lake (West 7Th-Fort Road)
135
Facility 135
MN AVG 61
Rank #57 / 532
No
42
Facility 42
MN AVG 43
Rank #316 / 632
-
15
Facility 15
MN AVG 18
Rank #75 / 137
88.1%
Facility 88.1%
MN AVG 76.6%
Rank #88 / 302
A+
77.4%
Facility 77.4%
MN AVG 80.3
Rank #102 / 149
1
4
Facility 4
MN AVG 10
Rank #27 / 276
4.0
Facility 4.0
MN AVG 10.0
Rank #36 / 276
The Waters of Oakdale
IL
AL
MC
Oakdale
100
Facility 100
MN AVG 61
Rank #119 / 532
No
59
Facility 59
MN AVG 43
Rank #185 / 632
--
51.0%
Facility 51.0%
MN AVG 76.6%
Rank #263 / 302
-
89.1%
Facility 89.1%
MN AVG 80.3
Rank #28 / 149
1
5
Facility 5
MN AVG 10
Rank #40 / 276
5.0
Facility 5.0
MN AVG 10.0
Rank #52 / 276
Walker Methodist – Westwood Ridge
IL
AL
MC
NH
RC
West St Paul (West Saint Paul)
140
Facility 140
MN AVG 61
Rank #44 / 532
Yes
63
Facility 63
MN AVG 43
Rank #145 / 632
1 Bed / 2 Bed-
82.9%
Facility 82.9%
MN AVG 76.6%
Rank #129 / 302
-
79.8%
Facility 79.8%
MN AVG 80.3
Rank #81 / 149
7
35
Facility 35
MN AVG 10
Rank #270 / 276
5.0
Facility 5.0
MN AVG 10.0
Rank #52 / 276
Sholom Home West
IL
AL
HC
MC
PC
RC
NH
St Paul (West Seventh - Fort Road)
-No
73
Facility 73
MN AVG 43
Rank #90 / 632
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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
Legends of Apple Valley
IL
St Paul
-No
31
Facility 31
MN AVG 43
Rank #404 / 632
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Autumn Glen Senior Living
IL
AL
St Paul
-No
27
Facility 27
MN AVG 43
Rank #438 / 632
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The Lodge at White Bear – Sky Active
IL
AL
St Paul
-No
68
Facility 68
MN AVG 43
Rank #121 / 632
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The Commons on Marice
IL
AL
St Paul
-No
52
Facility 52
MN AVG 43
Rank #238 / 632
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Talamore Woodbury
IL
AL
MC
St Paul
-No
19
Facility 19
MN AVG 43
Rank #500 / 632
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Overview of Autumn Glen Senior Living

Autumn Glen Senior Living, established in 2015, has grown from strength to strength, providing a range of living options that cater to the unique needs of seniors. Their beautiful community offers independent living, specialized memory care, and assisted living homes.. Managed by the esteemed Good Men Group, a company with over 50 years of experience in senior care, Autumn Glen Senior Living is dedicated to delivering exceptional service and a high quality of life.
Within this picturesque community, residents have access to a host of amenities and services designed to enhance their well-being. The assisted living homes are thoughtfully designed to provide comfort, privacy, and a sense of belonging. Each home offers a cozy and inviting atmosphere where residents can feel at ease and receive the support they need. Residents at Autumn Glen Senior Living benefit from 24-hour on-site staffing, ensuring their safety and peace of mind. The community also provides scheduled transportation services, making it convenient for residents to access nearby amenities, shops, and attractions. Weekly housekeeping, laundry, and linen services are provided, relieving residents of household chores and allowing them to focus on enjoying their retirement years.

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Overview of Legends of Apple Valley

Legends of Apple Valley offers an incredible opportunity for affordable apartments that redefine the concept of premier senior living. Step into their thoughtfully designed one, two, or three-bedroom apartment homes, where every detail has been carefully crafted to create a welcoming and inviting atmosphere. Conveniently located near shopping centers, restaurants, and beautiful parks, this community truly embraces the essence of vibrant living.

Immerse yourself in the serenity of the landscaped outdoor patio, stay active in the state-of-the-art fitness center, or engage in a friendly card game in the cozy cat craft or card room. This is a place where luxury meets convenience, where you can truly relish in maintenance-free living. With 24-hour emergency maintenance services, you can rest easy knowing that assistance is always just a phone call away. Indulge in the ultimate movie experience in the theater room, treat yourself to a pampering session at the on-site beauty salon, or cozy up by the inviting fireplace with a good book. Discover a new chapter of vibrant senior living at Legends of Apple Valley, where affordable luxury and impeccable amenities come together.

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Overview of Talamore Woodbury

Talamore Woodbury is more than just a senior living community—it’s a haven that embodies the essence of assisted senior living. Here, residents can embrace the freedom of independent living, receive the personalized support they need in assisted living, and find solace in specialized memory care services. Nestled in a vibrant and close-knit community, Talamore Woodbury offers a truly enriching retirement lifestyle.
The community’s elegant surroundings exude a sense of refined luxury and create a warm and inviting atmosphere that residents can call home. With its prime location, Talamore Woodbury provides convenient access to popular destinations like Starbucks, Valley Creek Park, Tamarack Village, and more, allowing residents to truly savor their surroundings. High ceilings and expansive windows bathe the living spaces in natural light, while quartz countertops add a touch of modern elegance. The community offers a variety of inviting spaces, including a library that invites residents to immerse themselves in captivating stories and a fireside lounge where cherished memories are made. Outdoor enthusiasts will relish backyard barbecues, and movie and game nights provide endless entertainment for all.

 

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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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Frequently Asked Questions about Independent Living in St. Paul, MN

What is the average cost of independent living in St. Paul, MN?

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

What is the price range for independent living in St. Paul, MN?

Independent living in St. Paul, 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 13 independent living communities in St. Paul, MN. Use the filters and comparison tools above to compare ratings, amenities, and pricing.

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