10 Best Independent Living Communities in Minneapolis, MN

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Cost of independent living in Minneapolis, MN

The average cost of senior living in Minneapolis is $2.910 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Ramsey County, MN with an average of $2.537 per month.

Independent living costs in Minneapolis, MN, vs. state and national averages

Minneapolis, MN

$2,910/mo

Minnesota state

$2,948/mo

U.S. national average

$3,510/mo

Independent living costs in Minneapolis, MN, vs. other senior living options

Assisted Living

$5,605/mo

Memory Care

$7,570/mo

Independent Living

$2,910/mo

Independent living costs in Minneapolis, MN, by floor plan type

Studio

$2,724/mo

1 Bedroom

$2,535/mo

2 Bedroom

$3,269/mo

Senior living costs in Minneapolis vs. state and national costs

Cost comparison table showing community type costs by location. This table contains 3 rows of data across 4 columns.

Column communityType: Community type

Column destination: Minneapolis, MN

Column state: Minnesota

Column national: U.S.

Community type	Minneapolis, MN	Minnesota	U.S.
Independent Living	$2,910/mo	$2,948/mo	$3,510/mo
Assisted Living	$5,605/mo	$5,518/mo	$5,805/mo
Memory Care	$7,570/mo	$7,533/mo	$6,971/mo

Independent Living

Minneapolis, MN:$2,910/mo

Minnesota:$2,948/mo

U.S.:$3,510/mo

Assisted Living

Minneapolis, MN:$5,605/mo

Minnesota:$5,518/mo

U.S.:$5,805/mo

Memory Care

Minneapolis, MN:$7,570/mo

Minnesota:$7,533/mo

U.S.:$6,971/mo

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Discover the many ways to pay for senior living

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What families are saying about independent living in Minneapolis

Recent reviews for independent living in Minneapolis

Parkshore Senior Campus in Saint Louis Park, MN

4.9

Being out of state we do not get to visit that much, however when we do speak with our loved one she does seem to enjoy the meals and dining service. We do think the overall value for the money is good and based on our experience so far we would recommend the Parkshore Senior Campus to other ...

Bel Rae Senior Living in Mounds View, MN

4.7

We chose Bel Rae Senior Living because of the newness of the building, the friendly and helpful staff members, and the overall accommodations as well. He has a 1 bedroom apartment and it is a little on the smaller side if your have more furniture. The food is ok and they keep striving to improve ...

Meadow Woods - Martin Luther Campus in Bloomington, MN

5.0

I think they do a great job at Meadow Woods! The staff here is very friendly and easy to work with. They've been very accommodating in regards to some billing issues we've had in regards to getting funding with the VA straightened out. The facility itself is well kept and clean, and they do a ...

Minneapolis independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Minneapolis independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Minneapolis, but support comparisons against nationwide offerings. Our Senior Living Advisors can help you find communities that fit your preferences.

Availability of select dietary accommodations in Minneapolis independent living

Independent living communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of Minneapolis partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.

Minneapolis, MNNational

Nutritionist / dietician

9.4%

17.2%

Low / no sodium

18.9%

28.9%

No sugar

14.2%

26.7%

Vegetarian

16.3%

28.2%

Pureed meals

5.6%

6.5%

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Availability of select dining options in Minneapolis independent living

Our independent living communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of Minneapolis communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.

Minneapolis, MNNational

Professional chef

20.6%

30.7%

Restaurant style dining

24.9%

36.6%

Room service

21.5%

31%

Anytime dining

3.9%

14.4%

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Availability of select programs and activities in Minneapolis independent living

Senior living communities offer a variety of programming to keep seniors socially, mentally, and physically vibrant. The chart below shows what percentage of partnered independent living communities in Minneapolis offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.

Minneapolis, MNNational

Activity director

27.9%

38.4%

Pet-focused programs

12.4%

24%

Community service programs

15.5%

27.8%

Devotional activities on-site

33.9%

41.8%

Parties / BBQs / happy hour

34.8%

42.6%

Outings / off-site activities

39.5%

46.9%

Piano or organ

24%

36.5%

Arts and crafts center

17.6%

31.9%

Educational speakers / life long learning

21.9%

35.4%

Clubs / games / karaoke

27.9%

40.5%

Live performances

27.5%

40.2%

Dances

12%

27.3%

Fitness center

24.9%

34.1%

Fitness classes

26.6%

40%

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Related senior services in Minneapolis, Minnesota

In Minneapolis, MN, seniors have access to local offices and organizations that may help them obtain financial assistance for senior care, including:

The city of Minneapolis is consistently ranked as one of the most bikeable cities in the country, with miles of trails and bike-only lanes. Public transit is available through Minnesota Metro Transit, which operates bus lines all over the Twin Cities and the surrounding metropolitan area. The city also operates two light rails lines — the Green line, which runs from the business district of Minneapolis to St. Paul, and covers the University of Minnesota campus on both the east and west banks of the Mississippi, and the Blue line, which extends from downtown all the way to the southern suburb of Bloomington.

Minneapolis offers several health care providers for seniors wanting to be proactive about their health or for seniors seeking treatment for chronic conditions. The area has several hospitals, with the Hennepin County Medical Center as a prominent option.

Minneapolis is a vibrant city with a deeply rooted love for music, food, and the outdoors. Known for their “Minnesota nice” attitudes, the people of Minneapolis tend to be friendlier than your average city dweller. The city has a number of museums, one of the most interesting and unique of which is the Mill City Museum, located on the banks of the Mississippi River. The former site of a large flour mill owned by General Mills, this historical museum also has tons of outdoor walking paths that follow the banks of the Mississippi all throughout the Twin Cities.

For food, Nicollet Avenue, or ‘Eat Street,’ has tons of award-winning and affordable dining options that highlight the city’s diversity. Shopping enthusiasts will appreciate that the city runs a direct bus route to the Mall of America, one of the largest shopping centers in the world, with hundreds of retail stores. Minneapolis is also a treat for professional sports fans — local teams include the Vikings (NFL), the Wild (NHL), the Twins (MLB), and the Timberwolves (NBA).

Frequently Asked Questions

The Kenwood, The Waters on 50th and Global Pointe Senior Living are the top-rated independent living facilities near Minneapolis, Minnesota. See full list of communities.

There are 221 independent living facilities near Minneapolis, Minnesota. See the full list.

The best independent living facilities near you in Minneapolis, Minnesota are The Lodge at White Bear, A Sky Active Living Community, RosePointe I and Gable Pines. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.

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10 Best Independent Living Communities in Minneapolis, MN

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Cost of independent living in Minneapolis, MN

Independent living costs in Minneapolis, MN, vs. state and national averages

Independent living costs in Minneapolis, MN, vs. other senior living options

Independent living costs in Minneapolis, MN, by floor plan type

Senior living costs in Minneapolis vs. state and national costs

Discover the many ways to pay for senior living

What families are saying about independent living in Minneapolis

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Minneapolis independent living services and amenities

Availability of select dietary accommodations in Minneapolis independent living

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