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The cost of independent living in Castle Rock is about $3,807 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 36 options. Read 186 reviews, see photos, and learn about amenities that make independent living the ideal next step for adults 55+ who wish to enjoy friendships and hobbies without the hassle of cooking and home maintenance.

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Provides: Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
This is a lake view Adult Foster Care facility for 55 and older. Will welcome residents with beginning dementia, Parkinson's disease and Alzheimer's. It contains four large master bedrooms with call light system and a large guest room. 24-Hour supervision with licensed staff. Will...
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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.
Welcome to the Rosemount Plaza Apartments an inviting community that offers everything seniors 62 or those with disabilities desire, including the peacefulness of concrete construction, controlled entry, and handicap accessible main doors in quiet Rosemount. These fantastic 1 bedroom apartment...
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Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
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.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living, Nursing Homes
Care types provided by this community
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.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Nursing Homes: Nursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.
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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.
Summerhill is a three story building built on a beautifully landscaped campus located on a quiet street. Shopping, restaurants, and services are within a short distance. Summerhill is in the heart of the city, yet located in a residential setting. Built in 2003 our building is handicap...
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Cost of independent living in Castle Rock, MN

The average cost of senior living in Castle Rock is $3,807 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Prior Lake, MN with an average of $3,255 per month.

Independent living costs in Castle Rock, MN, vs. nearby cities

Castle Rock, MN
$3,807/mo
$3,745/mo

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

Castle Rock, MN
$3,807/mo
U.S. national average
$4,203/mo

Independent living costs in Castle Rock, MN, vs. other senior living options

$4,624/mo
Independent Living
$3,807/mo

Independent living costs in Castle Rock, MN, by floor plan type

Studio
$5,633/mo
1 Bedroom
$3,689/mo
2 Bedroom
$4,003/mo

Senior living costs in Castle Rock 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: Castle Rock, MN
Column state: Minnesota
Column national: U.S.
Community typeCastle Rock, MNMinnesotaU.S.
Independent Living$3,807/mo$3,145/mo$4,203/mo
Assisted Living$4,770/mo$4,281/mo$4,740/mo
Memory Care$4,624/mo$4,073/mo$5,004/mo
Independent Living
Castle Rock, MN:$3,807/mo
Minnesota:$3,145/mo
U.S.:$4,203/mo
Assisted Living
Castle Rock, MN:$4,770/mo
Minnesota:$4,281/mo
U.S.:$4,740/mo
Memory Care
Castle Rock, MN:$4,624/mo
Minnesota:$4,073/mo
U.S.:$5,004/mo
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Independent living costs in Castle Rock, MN, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly independent living costs have shifted over the past five years in Castle Rock and how those changes compare with state and national trends. The figures represent quarterly averages of what seniors actually paid after moving into A Place for Mom partner communities.

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Independent living cost trends in Castle Rock, MN

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Castle Rock have changed in the last two years and how those changes compare with state and national trends. The figures represent averages of actual costs paid by seniors who moved into A Place for Mom partner communities in 2023 and 2024.

Cost comparison table showing 2023 and 2024 median costs by location. This table contains 3 rows of data across 4 columns.
Column location: Location
Column cost2024: 2024 average cost
Column cost2023: 2023 average cost
Column percentChange: Percent change
Location2024 average cost2023 average costPercent change
Castle Rock, MN$2,556/mo$1,861/mo+37.3%
Minnesota$2,454/mo$2,450/mo+0.2%
National$3,151/mo$2,953/mo+6.7%
Castle Rock, MN
2024 average cost:$2,556/mo
2023 average cost:$1,861/mo
Percent change:+37.3%
Minnesota
2024 average cost:$2,454/mo
2023 average cost:$2,450/mo
Percent change:+0.2%
National
2024 average cost:$3,151/mo
2023 average cost:$2,953/mo
Percent change:+6.7%
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What families are saying about independent living in Castle Rock

Recent reviews for independent living in Castle Rock

Milestone Senior Living Faribault

4.6
During the time, that my loved one was there they enjoyed the food. We picked this community, becasue the head nurse at the time was amazing and my loved ones were familar with the facilty. It was clean, and the staff was friendly. It was really good. I would recommend to other families.

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 ...
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The Sanctuary of West St. Paul in West Saint Paul, MN

4.4
We chose The Sanctuary because I liked how many activities they were planning and I thought that the staff were really knowledgeable. The room sizes at the facility are very nice and spacious. I would recommend to others looking.

Castle Rock independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Castle Rock independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Castle Rock, 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 Castle Rock 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 Castle Rock partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Castle Rock, MNNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
10%
20.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
26.7%
34.4%
No sugar
No sugar
20%
30.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
26.7%
33.6%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
16.7%
10.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Castle Rock 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 Castle Rock communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Castle Rock, MNNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
26.7%
36.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
23.3%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
33.3%
37%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
3.3%
17.2%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Castle Rock 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 Castle Rock offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Castle Rock, MNNational
Activity director
Activity director
40%
45.1%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
23.3%
28.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
26.7%
33%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
46.7%
47.5%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
46.7%
48.9%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
53.3%
54%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
30%
42.9%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
30%
38.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
33.3%
41.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
43.3%
47.1%
Live performances
Live performances
40%
46.8%
Dances
Dances
23.3%
33%
Fitness center
Fitness center
43.3%
39.5%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
43.3%
46.4%
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Beehive Homes of Lakeville, Havenwood of Burnsville and The Timbers are the top-rated independent living facilities near Castle Rock, Minnesota. See full list of communities.
There are 36 independent living facilities near Castle Rock, Minnesota. See the full list.
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