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Best Senior Living in Minneapolis, MN

Reviewed by Dr. Jordan Weiss
Updated Apr 2026
We analyzed 5 homes in Minneapolis, MN

Sources: CMS Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services, and Minnesota Department of Health, Office of Aging and Long Term Care.

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The information below is reported by the Minnesota Department of Health, Health Regulation Division.

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Sunrise of Golden Valley
AL

Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.

MC

Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk.

IL

Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support.

Golden Valley
92
Facility 92
MN AVG 61
Rank #141 / 532
Yes
21
Facility 21
MN AVG 43
Rank #487 / 632
Studio / 1 Bed-
54.3%
Facility 54.3%
MN AVG 74.5%
Rank #263 / 316
-2
85.3%
Facility 85.3%
MN AVG 80.3
Rank #49 / 149
1
18
Facility 18
MN AVG 10.6
Rank #232 / 267
18.0
Facility 18.0
MN AVG 10.1
Rank #235 / 267
Minnehaha Senior Living
MC

Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk.

AL

Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.

Minneapolis (Standish)
84
Facility 84
MN AVG 61
Rank #167 / 532
No
73
Facility 73
MN AVG 43
Rank #90 / 632
-
14
Facility 14
MN AVG 18
Rank #79 / 136
94.0%
Facility 94.0%
MN AVG 74.5%
Rank #47 / 316
A+1
61.7%
Facility 61.7%
MN AVG 80.3
Rank #146 / 149
1
3
Facility 3
MN AVG 10.6
Rank #14 / 267
3.0
Facility 3.0
MN AVG 10.1
Rank #15 / 267
The Pillars of Prospect Park
LSL

Luxury Senior Living

AL

Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.

Minneapolis (Prospect Park)
283
Facility 283
MN AVG 61
Rank #4 / 532
Yes
77
Facility 77
MN AVG 43
Rank #63 / 632
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed-
72.8%
Facility 72.8%
MN AVG 74.5%
Rank #209 / 316
-4
84.4%
Facility 84.4%
MN AVG 80.3
Rank #53 / 149
1
16
Facility 16
MN AVG 10.6
Rank #217 / 267
16.0
Facility 16.0
MN AVG 10.1
Rank #221 / 267
The Walkway Apartments
IL

Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support.

AL

Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.

Minneapolis (Lyn-Lake)
-No
98
Facility 98
MN AVG 43
Rank #1 / 632
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Knollwood Place Apartments
NH

Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).

AL

Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.

St. Louis Park (Aquila)
129
Facility 129
MN AVG 61
Rank #64 / 532
No
58
Facility 58
MN AVG 43
Rank #191 / 632
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79.5%
Facility 79.5%
MN AVG 74.5%
Rank #164 / 316
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Sunrise of Golden Valley

4950 Olson Memorial Hwy Frontage Rd, Golden Valley, MN 55422
Overview of Sunrise of Golden Valley

Sunrise of Golden Valley is an exquisite community that offers personalized care for assisted living and memory care. The management and staff ensures that residents get the best of a vibrant lifestyle that is balanced with catering to an individual’s own needs while enjoying their independence. Additionally, it’s nestled in an ideal Minneapolis location that allows for engaging and enriching activities outside of the building. There’s many more in store at Sunrise of Golden Valley that offer many opportunities for everyone while balancing a professional and personal relationship between residents and staff, making families go back and bring another family member they know will love the service and environment in the community.

Life at the Sunrise of Golden Valley provides opportunity and inspiration along with exceptional service and care that is clearly branded as a Sunrise servicea list of activities such as programs and events fill the calendar, and you or your loved one will find a handful of programs and activities interesting to your liking. A few of their services include activities and programs that promote a continuum of growth and meaningful experiences that cultivate their golden years; offering hospice care services; outings and activities to stimulate their mental, physical, and emotional needs; complimentary transportation is available when requested; such as a kitchenette in each residence for those who still want to do their own cooking. Other activities include game activities, religious services, lecture discussion, book clubs, and arts and crafts.

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Overview of Minnehaha Senior Living

Minnehaha Senior Living, located in Minneapolis, MN, is a memory care community dedicated to providing a supportive and enriching environment for residents living with memory challenges such as dementia. As a specialized memory care community, Minnehaha is committed to seamlessly balance quality care and comfort, offering a warm and welcoming atmosphere that fosters a strong sense of belonging.
Minnehaha ensures that residents in memory care receive personalized attention and care. Beyond the specialized memory care features, the community provides general amenities such as social spaces, and gardens, enhancing the overall living experience. Essential services like housekeeping, transportation, and scheduled activities contribute to a worry-free, and engaging environment, enabling residents to build an active social life and cherish meaningful moments within a supportive senior living community.

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Overview of The Pillars of Prospect Park

The Pillars of Prospect Park has set the standard in senior living; they have always excelled in creating a lifestyle that suits the needs of their residents. The top-notch community offers an abundance of opportunities found in its activities and programs that are sure to provide a lending hand every step of the way. The vibrant atmosphere leads to personal growth and blossoming friendships. The Pillars of Prospect Park delivers nothing less than the ordinary. 
The Pillars also offers assisted living and memory care cost is fair considering the upscale environment and services one gets. The home provides a luxury setting that is designed to create a haven-like community; its elegant lifestyle extends to beautiful gardens, an in-house movie theater, restaurant-style dining, scheduled transportation, housekeeping services, and engaging activities planned.

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Overview of The Walkway Apartments

The Walkway Apartments is a 55+ adult community that offers the best balance of urban living and assistance with everyday living.  Offering a range of opportunities tailor-fit for its residents, seniors can surely feel inspired in creating a better life with the continuum of care being provided. Leave the daily chores to the staff as the residents are encouraged to live a hassle-free lifestyle. The Walkway is an elegant senior living home that aims to enhance and enrich the lives of its residents. 
Keeping the residents active and maintaining a healthy wellness, the staff plans engaging activities and programs– recreational activities, fitness activities, and entertainment programs available for residents to take part in at the library, media room, or social areas.

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Overview of Knollwood Place Apartments

Knollwood Place presents Independent Living Residences that exude warmth and timeless charm, set within picturesque campuses. These thoughtfully designed apartment communities offer the perfect balance of privacy and quality. Residents can relish in a variety of amenities and services, including housekeeping and laundry assistance, delectable Kosher meals at the restaurant and Deli, wellness programs, social services, chaplaincy support, and an array of engaging activities.

Knollwood Place also provides on-site rehabilitation services, convenient underground parking, guest accommodations, and a well-equipped fitness center. Embrace a vibrant and enriching lifestyle at Knollwood Place, where comfort and contentment thrive.

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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 Senior Living in Minneapolis, MN

What is senior living?

Senior living is an umbrella term covering independent living, assisted living, memory care, and nursing homes — communities and services designed for adults aged 55 or older.

How many senior living communities are listed on this page?

This page features 5 senior living communities in Minneapolis, MN. Use the filters and comparison tools above to compare ratings, amenities, and pricing.

How do I choose the right senior living community in Minneapolis, 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 Minneapolis, 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 senior living communities in Minneapolis, 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.