Overview of Plainview Estates

Plainview Estates is an eight-bed residential care home located at 2507 Fairview Avenue in Cloquet, Minnesota. The property is a single-story house that currently provides lodging for seven residents, meaning it operates at near-full occupancy. The ground-floor setup eliminates the need for residents to climb stairs when moving between their rooms and the kitchen.

The daily routine centers on providing housing, meals, and assistance with personal care. The surrounding Carlton County neighborhood carries a walkability score of 19 out of 100, which means staff, residents, and visitors depend on a vehicle for medical appointments and shopping trips.

Families researching local care options can contact the facility operator directly to ask about the single open bed, inquiring also about how the team has addressed recent state inspection findings regarding emergency planning, medication routines, fire safety compliance, and care records.

Bed community size
8-bed community Rank #384 / 528Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 384th out of 528 homes in Minnesota for bed count. Shows this facility's certified or reported bed count compared to other Minnesota facilities. Larger communities may offer more amenities, programs, and on-site services for residents and families.Facilities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings are based only on facilities in Minnesota that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
A smaller, more intimate setting that may offer a quieter environment and closer staff-resident interactions.
Walk Score
Walk Score: 19 / 100 Rank #500 / 632Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 500th out of 632 homes in Minnesota for walk score. Shows how walkable this facility's neighborhood is compared to the average walk score across Minnesota facilities. Higher scores benefit residents, families, and staff.Facilities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings are based only on facilities in Minnesota that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Car-dependent. Most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options.

About this community

Occupancy

Occupancy rate
88%
Rank #80 / 282Occupancy rate — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 80th out of 282 homes in Minnesota for occupancy. Shows this facility's occupancy rate versus the Minnesota average, with its Statewide rank out of 282. Higher occupancy signals strong local demand and financial stability.Facilities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings are based only on facilities in Minnesota that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Higher than the Minnesota average: 79.7%
Occupied beds
7 / 8
Average occupied beds in Minnesota homes 59 beds

License Details

Facility TypeAssisted Living
StatusApproved
CountyCarlton

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Inspection History

In Minnesota, the Department of Health, Health Regulation Division is the primary authority for conducting onsite inspections and reporting on the quality of care in residential facilities.

Since 2025 · 1 year of data 30 deficiencies

Inspection Scorecard Info This scorecard compares key inspection, deficiency, and complaint metrics at this facility against the Minnesota state average. Metrics rated ≥15% worse than average are highlighted in red; those ≥15% better are highlighted in green.

Since 2025 vs. Minnesota state average
Overall vs. MN average 1 Worse Metrics worse than Minnesota average:
• Total deficiencies (200% above)
0 Better No metrics in this bucket.

Deficiencies Info Deficiencies are formal regulatory issues recorded during state inspections.

This FacilityMN Averagevs. MN Avg
Total deficiencies Info Formal regulatory issues recorded by inspectors across all inspection types. 3010 This facility has 200% more total deficiencies than a typical Minnesota assisted living residence (30 vs. MN avg 10).↑ 200% worse

Inspection Reports Summary Info An editor-reviewed summary of the themes and findings across this facility's recent inspection reports.

  • April 15, 2025 follow-up survey found 30 deficiencies including emergency preparedness, medication administration errors, and food service violations, with many required policies and documentation missing or incomplete.
  • The facility failed to maintain a written emergency plan, fire safety compliance, 24/7 RN access, and proper medication storage and administration procedures.
  • Staffing plans, resident reassessments, dementia care disclosures, and treatment records were incomplete or missing, indicating widespread failures in resident care and regulatory compliance.

Performance summary

Key indicators of commitment to quality care and safety.

Ratings

Staffing Rating
1 / 5

Based on the Minnesota Department of Health, Health Regulation Division surveys measuring staffing levels, including hours of care provided per resident per day.

Ranked 148th (tied) of 158 homes in Minnesota See full Minnesota ranking
Quality of Life Rating
3 / 5

Based on the Minnesota Department of Health, Health Regulation Division surveys measuring resident well-being and satisfaction.

Ranked 54th (tied) of 136 homes in Minnesota

Resident Health Rating
5 / 5

Based on the Minnesota Department of Health, Health Regulation Division surveys measuring health outcomes and care quality for residents.

Ranked 1st (tied) of 134 homes in Minnesota

Safety Rating
3 / 5

Based on the Minnesota Department of Health, Health Regulation Division surveys measuring how well the facility maintains a safe environment for residents.

Ranked 55th (tied) of 134 homes in Minnesota

Scores

QoL Overall Satisfaction
66.7% Moderate

Based on the Minnesota Department of Health, Health Regulation Division surveys measuring resident well-being and satisfaction.

Minnesota average: 72.4%

Food Quality Score
65.6% Moderate

Based on the Minnesota Department of Health, Health Regulation Division surveys measuring satisfaction with food quality and meal service.

Community Activities Score
97.2% High

Based on the Minnesota Department of Health, Health Regulation Division surveys measuring meaningful activities and engagement opportunities.

Safety & Privacy Score
90.3% High

Based on the Minnesota Department of Health, Health Regulation Division surveys measuring safety and privacy conditions for residents.

Religion & Spirituality Score
83.3% High

Based on the Minnesota Department of Health, Health Regulation Division surveys measuring support for religious and spiritual needs.

What does this home offer?

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Building Type: Single-story

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Places of interest near Plainview Estates

Address 2.1 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from Cloquet's city center to Plainview Estates's address, calculated via Google Maps.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Plainview Estates

Is Plainview Estates in a walkable area?

Plainview Estates has a walk score of 19. Car-dependent. Most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options.

What is the occupancy rate at Plainview Estates?

Plainview Estates's occupancy is 88%.

Are pets allowed at Plainview Estates?

No, Plainview Estates has a no-pet policy.

How many beds does Plainview Estates have?

Plainview Estates has 8 beds.

Are there photos of Plainview Estates?

Yes — there is 1 photo of Plainview Estates in the photo gallery on this page.

What is the address of Plainview Estates?

Plainview Estates is located at 2507 Fairview Avenue, Cloquet, MN 55720.

What is the phone number of Plainview Estates?

(218) 879-2733 will put you in contact with the team at Plainview Estates.

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