Occupancy rate
91%
Higher than the Minnesota average: 79.7%The Waters of Highland Park
Assisted Living, Independent Living & Memory Care · St Paul, MN
The Waters of Highland Park
Assisted Living, Independent Living & Memory Care · St Paul, MN
The Waters of Highland Park is an assisted living community located at 678 Snelling Avenue South in the Highland Park neighborhood of St. Paul, Minnesota. The modern facility holds state approval for specialized dementia care and features an architectural layout focused on natural light, high ceilings, wide hallways, and large window profiles.
The 87-bed community operates at approximately 91 percent occupancy, providing specialized memory care alongside standard assisted living services. Daily programming incorporates wellness initiatives, creative arts, music, and spiritual groups.
The property welcomes pets and features a neighborhood walk score of 73, indicating a highly walkable environment with pedestrian access to regional parks, retail outlets, and restaurants. For medical convenience, the building sits within short driving proximity of the Minneapolis VA Medical Center.
Interested families and prospective residents can contact the Snelling Avenue South administrative office directly to inquire about apartment floor plans, confirm current entry fees, or coordinate a property tour.
Capacity and availability
Residents per day
79
87-bed community
A larger shared setting that may offer more common spaces and organized community services.
Walk Score: 73 / 100
Very walkable. Most errands can be accomplished on foot, and many essentials are within a short walk.
About this community
Occupancy
Higher than the Minnesota average: 79.7%Occupied beds
79 / 87
Average occupied beds in Minnesota homes
59 beds
Facility TypeAssisted Living
StatusApproved For Dementia Care
CountyRamsey
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
These figures come from state-published and/or federal inspection records. The period covered can vary depending on document availability.
10 deficiencies
1 inspection
Inspection Scorecard
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
0 Worse
No metrics in this bucket.
2 At Avg
Metrics at Minnesota average:
• Total deficiencies (at MN avg)
• Deficiencies per inspection (at MN avg) 0 Better No metrics in this bucket.
• Total deficiencies (at MN avg)
• Deficiencies per inspection (at MN avg) 0 Better No metrics in this bucket.
Deficiencies
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Total deficiencies
Formal regulatory issues recorded by inspectors across all inspection types.
| 10 | 10 | This facility has total deficiencies in line with the Minnesota average (10 vs. MN avg 10).— At avg |
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Deficiencies per inspection
Average deficiencies per inspection.
| 10.0 | 10 | This facility has deficiencies per inspection in line with the Minnesota average (10 vs. MN avg 10).— At avg |
Inspections
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Total inspections
Combined count of all inspections conducted at this facility.
| 1 | 1 | This facility has total inspections in line with the Minnesota average (1 vs. MN avg 1).— At avg |
What does this home offer?
Pets Allowed
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4.4 miles from city center
Estimated distance in miles from St Paul's city center to The Waters of Highland Park's address, calculated via Google Maps.
— 2.29 miles to nearest hospital (Minneapolis VA Medical Center)
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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 to lowest based on our ranking 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.
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City and state of the facility. Used for mapping and state-average comparisons.
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Licensed bed capacity (maximum allowed). Not the same as how many beds are currently filled.
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Indicates whether residents are allowed to have pets in the facility.
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Third-party neighborhood walkability score (0–100). Convenience/context metric, not a healthcare quality measure.
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Description of bed or unit types offered (e.g. assisted living, memory care), as reported in state or facility disclosures.
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Number of years the company has been in operation.
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Reported or derived occupancy for the facility—typically how fully licensed capacity is utilized. Compare across peers in the same market.
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Better Business Bureau grade for the operating company. Reflects complaint handling and business practices, not clinical care quality.
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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>
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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>
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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>
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Count of regulatory inspections in the reporting window. Higher volume can reflect more oversight visits, complaint-driven surveys, or routine licensure cycles.
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Total count of deficiencies (cited regulatory issues) recorded in the selected reporting period. Read alongside inspection counts for context.
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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.
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| Lilydale Senior Living | AL IL MC | Sunfish Lake | 135 | Yes | 42 | - | 15 | 88.1% | A+ | 77.4%
Facility
77.4%
MN AVG
80.3
Rank
#102 / 149 | 1 | 4
Facility
4
MN AVG
10
Rank
#27 / 274 | 4.0
Facility
4.0
MN AVG
10.0
Rank
#34 / 274 | ||
| New Perspective Highland Park | AL IL MC | St Paul (Highland Park) | 109 | Yes | 68 | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed | 19 | 75.2% | A+ | 83.5%
Facility
83.5%
MN AVG
80.3
Rank
#61 / 149 | 1 | 22
Facility
22
MN AVG
10
Rank
#251 / 274 | 22.0
Facility
22.0
MN AVG
10.0
Rank
#258 / 274 | ||
| The Waters of Highland Park | AL IL MC | St Paul (Highland Park) | 87 | Yes | 73 | - | - | 90.8% | - | 86.4%
Facility
86.4%
MN AVG
80.3
Rank
#45 / 149 | 1 | 10
Facility
10
MN AVG
10
Rank
#140 / 274 | 10.0
Facility
10.0
MN AVG
10.0
Rank
#152 / 274 | ||
| Lexington Landing | AL IL MC | St Paul (Highland Park) | 64 | No | 58 | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed | - | 85.9% | - | 88.8%
Facility
88.8%
MN AVG
80.3
Rank
#32 / 149 | 1 | 4
Facility
4
MN AVG
10
Rank
#27 / 274 | 4.0
Facility
4.0
MN AVG
10.0
Rank
#34 / 274 | ||
| Rakhma Joy Home | AL MC | St Paul (Macalester - Groveland) | 10 | No | 81 | Private Rooms / Semi-Private Rooms | - | 80.0% | - | 95%
Facility
95%
MN AVG
80.3
Rank
#3 / 149 | 1 | 6
Facility
6
MN AVG
10
Rank
#60 / 274 | 6.0
Facility
6.0
MN AVG
10.0
Rank
#72 / 274 |
Financial Assistance for
Assisted Living in Minnesota
The Waters of Highland Park is located in St Paul, Minnesota.
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Frequently Asked Questions about The Waters of Highland Park
What neighborhood is The Waters of Highland Park in?
The Waters of Highland Park is in the Highland Park neighborhood of St Paul.
Is The Waters of Highland Park in a walkable area?
The Waters of Highland Park has a walk score of 73. Very walkable. Most errands can be accomplished on foot, and many essentials are within a short walk.
What is the occupancy rate at The Waters of Highland Park?
The Waters of Highland Park's occupancy is 91%.
Are pets allowed at The Waters of Highland Park?
Yes, The Waters of Highland Park allows residents to bring their pets.
How many beds does The Waters of Highland Park have?
The Waters of Highland Park has 87 beds.
Has The Waters of Highland Park had any deficiencies?
The Waters of Highland Park has had 10 reported deficiencies since 2025 according to records from Minnesota Dept. of Human Services (DHS).
Are there photos of The Waters of Highland Park?
Yes — there are 4 photos of The Waters of Highland Park in the photo gallery on this page.
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