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10 Best Independent Living Communities in St Paul, MN

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Discover unique independent living amenities, social activities, dining, and more independent living benefits. With 195 independent living facilities in St Paul, A Place for Mom makes it easier to find your new, maintenance-free home.

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The highest-rated senior living communities stand out for their exceptional care and support of seniors in independent living, assisted living, memory care and home care. Our Best of Senior Living Award winners represent the top reviewed senior care providers nationwide based on reviews submitted by residents and families.

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Provides: Senior Apartments
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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I just love it here. It's better than any place I've ever been. They have a big area for you to sit where you can read a book. There's a nice pond in the back and a walking area. There's a lot of...
Provides: Senior Apartments
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
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Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
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Cost of independent living in St Paul, MN

The average cost of senior living in St Paul is $3,230 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Arden Hills, MN with an average of $3,150 per month.

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in St Paul, MN vs. nearby cities

St Paul, MN
$3,230/mo
$3,226/mo

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in St Paul, MN vs. the state and national average

St Paul, MN
$3,230/mo
U.S. national average
$4,020/mo

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in St Paul vs. other types of senior living

$4,258/mo
Independent Living
$3,230/mo

Median monthly costs of Independent Living in St Paul, MN by room type

Semi-Private
$4,352/mo
Studio
$4,878/mo
1 Bedroom
$3,296/mo
2 Bedroom
$3,532/mo

Average cost of Independent Living in St Paul over time

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What families are saying about independent living in St Paul

Recent reviews for independent living in St Paul

Personal Care Senior Living Columbia Heights

4.1
All of the staff at Personal Care Senior Living Columbia Heights seem friendly. I'm not crazy about the overall communication with my family. It has taken three months for them to trim her nails, even after several requests. She was taken to the hospital yesterday and we weren't able to get a ...
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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 ...
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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 ...
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St Paul independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in St Paul independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in St Paul, 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 St Paul 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 St Paul partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
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Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
12.3%
20%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
22.7%
33.4%
No sugar
No sugar
17.5%
30.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
21.4%
32.8%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
6.5%
7.7%
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Availability of select dining options in St Paul 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 St Paul communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
22.1%
35.8%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
24.7%
42.6%
Room service
Room service
24%
36.1%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
7.1%
16.9%
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Availability of select programs and activities in St Paul 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 St Paul offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
31.2%
44.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
16.2%
27.7%
Community service programs
Community service programs
17.5%
32.1%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
36.4%
48.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
39.6%
48.9%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
42.9%
53.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
24%
42.2%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
20.1%
36.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
25.3%
40.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
31.2%
46.6%
Live performances
Live performances
33.1%
46.3%
Dances
Dances
13.6%
31.8%
Fitness center
Fitness center
29.9%
38.9%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
29.2%
46.1%
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Frequently Asked Questions

RosePointe I, RidgePointe Senior Living and The Lodge at White Bear, A Sky Active Living Community are the top-rated independent living facilities near St Paul, Minnesota. See full list of communities.

There are 195 independent living facilities near St Paul, Minnesota. See the full list.

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

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