Occupancy rate
76%
Lower than the Minnesota average: 79.7%The Waters on 50th
Assisted Living, Independent Living & Memory Care · Minneapolis, MN
The Waters on 50th
Assisted Living, Independent Living & Memory Care · Minneapolis, MN
Overview of The Waters on 50th
The Waters on 50th occupies 3500 W 50th St in Southwest Minneapolis, a 110-bed community that covers real ground on the care spectrum: independent living, assisted living, and memory care, with actual licensing approval for dementia care rather than just a general assisted living designation. The mid-rise building holds studio, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom units, running 451 up to 1,348 square feet.
Location works heavily in this community’s favor. The Walk Score is 89, close to the top of the scale, and occupancy currently sits at 76 percent. Abbott Northwestern’s Joint Replacement Center is just 4.12 miles out, close enough that specialized medical care isn’t a logistical headache.
The amenity list reads more like a hospitality property than a typical care facility: a full-service restaurant with seasonal menus, a dedicated concierge, a wellness center, spa and salon services. Underneath that layer, though, the actual care infrastructure is solid: therapy and rehabilitation, enhanced care, transportation, and recreational and educational programming round out daily life.
On the regulatory side, inspections here have tended to focus on medication management and dietary and food service, the kind of operational areas state regulators commonly review at communities offering memory care.
The Waters on 50th is a Minneapolis community built to combine genuine dementia-care licensing with a hospitality-driven daily experience, in a location where getting around rarely requires a car.
Capacity and availability
Residents per day
83
110-bed community
A larger shared setting that may offer more common spaces and organized community services.
Walk Score: 89 / 100
Very walkable. Most errands can be accomplished on foot, and many essentials are within a short walk.
About this community
Occupancy
Lower than the Minnesota average: 79.7%Occupied beds
83 / 110
Average occupied beds in Minnesota homes
59 beds
Facility TypeAssisted Living
StatusApproved For Dementia Care
CountyHennepin
Enhanced Care
Activities
Specific ProgramsThe Waters Difference, Signature Programs, Intentional Design, Culinary Experience, Living & Care Options, Salon & Spa
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 2024 · 2 years of data
These figures come from state-published and/or federal inspection records. The period covered can vary depending on document availability.
6 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 2024 vs. Minnesota state average
Overall vs. MN average
0 Worse
No metrics in this bucket.
2 Better
Metrics better than Minnesota average:
• Total deficiencies (40% below)
• Deficiencies per inspection (40% below)
• Total deficiencies (40% below)
• Deficiencies per inspection (40% below)
Deficiencies
| This Facility | MN Average | vs. MN Avg |
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Total deficiencies
Formal regulatory issues recorded by inspectors across all inspection types.
| 6 | 10 | This facility has 40% fewer total deficiencies than a typical Minnesota assisted living residence (6 vs. MN avg 10).↓ 40% better |
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Deficiencies per inspection
Average deficiencies per inspection.
| 6.0 | 10 | This facility has 40% fewer deficiencies per inspection than a typical Minnesota assisted living residence (6 vs. MN avg 10).↓ 40% better |
Inspections
| This Facility | MN Average | vs. MN Avg |
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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?
No pets allowed
Room Sizes: 451 - 495 / 506 - 1050 / 1170 - 1348 sq. ft.
Housing Options: Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Building Type: Mid-rise
Fitness and Recreation
Living Spaces & Floor Plans for The Waters on 50th
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5.3 miles from city center
Estimated distance in miles from Minneapolis's city center to The Waters on 50th's address, calculated via Google Maps.
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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.
NH (Nursing Home):
24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs.
SNF (Skilled Nursing Facility):
Round-the-clock nursing care, often for recovery after surgery, injury, or illness.
MC (Memory Care):
Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia.
RC (Respite Care):
Short-term temporary care that gives family caregivers a break.
RESC (Residential Care):
Personal care and daily-living support in a smaller, more intimate residential setting.
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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| Mount Olivet Careview Home | AL MC NH RESC SNF | Minneapolis (Southwest Minneapolis) | 155 | No | 76 | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | 10 | 20
Facility
20
MN AVG
10
Rank
#242 / 274 | 2.0
Facility
2.0
MN AVG
10.0
Rank
#14 / 274 |
| Walker Methodist Walker Place | AL IL MC NH RC SNF | Minneapolis (Southwest Minneapolis) | 120 | Yes | 74 | 1 Bed / 2 Bed | 20 | 96.7% | A+ | 91.3%
Facility
91.3%
MN AVG
80.3
Rank
#14 / 149 | 1 | 9
Facility
9
MN AVG
10
Rank
#123 / 274 | 9.0
Facility
9.0
MN AVG
10.0
Rank
#137 / 274 | ||
| The Waters on 50th | AL IL MC | Minneapolis (Southwest Minneapolis) | 110 | No | 89 | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed | - | 75.5% | - | 77.2%
Facility
77.2%
MN AVG
80.3
Rank
#103 / 149 | 1 | 6
Facility
6
MN AVG
10
Rank
#60 / 274 | 6.0
Facility
6.0
MN AVG
10.0
Rank
#72 / 274 | ||
| Jones-Harrison Senior Living | AL MC NH SNF | Minneapolis (Calhoun Isles) | 53 | No | 56 | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed | - | 92.5% | - | 72.7%
Facility
72.7%
MN AVG
80.3
Rank
#118 / 149 | 1 | 9
Facility
9
MN AVG
10
Rank
#123 / 274 | 9.0
Facility
9.0
MN AVG
10.0
Rank
#137 / 274 | ||
| Golden Nest Assisted Living | AL | Minneapolis (Windom Park) | 24 | Yes | 76 | - | 21 | 91.7% | A+ | 98.5%
Facility
98.5%
MN AVG
80.3
Rank
#1 / 149 | 1 | 30
Facility
30
MN AVG
10
Rank
#265 / 274 | 30.0
Facility
30.0
MN AVG
10.0
Rank
#270 / 274 |
Financial Assistance for
Assisted Living in Minnesota
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Frequently Asked Questions about The Waters on 50th
What neighborhood is The Waters on 50th in?
The Waters on 50th is in the Southwest Minneapolis neighborhood of Minneapolis.
Is The Waters on 50th in a walkable area?
The Waters on 50th has a walk score of 89. 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 on 50th?
The Waters on 50th's occupancy is 76%.
Are pets allowed at The Waters on 50th?
No, The Waters on 50th has a no-pet policy.
How many beds does The Waters on 50th have?
The Waters on 50th has 110 beds.
Has The Waters on 50th had any deficiencies?
The Waters on 50th has had 6 reported deficiencies since 2024 according to records from Minnesota Dept. of Human Services (DHS).
Are there photos of The Waters on 50th?
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