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The cost of independent living in Etter is about $3,530 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 590 options. Read 5727 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: 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: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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.
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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.
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Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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.
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My father lives at Walker Methodist Plaza, and it has been a great experience so far. His apartment itself is newly renovated, so everything is in great condition, the staff is very friendly and...
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.
Our Community At Walker Methodist Plaza, located in historic downtown Anoka, we ease everyday responsibilities and embrace active lifestyles. We are committed to serving your needs, supporting your wants, and enabling your dreams. You can live with as little care as you'd like — and if the time...
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We have been residents at The Farmstead for a year and a half. Though we are in independent-living, we know assisted-living and memory-care residents. Our personal experience and that of the people we know...
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.
The Farmstead at Andover offers a friendly small-town community with independent living, assisted living, and memory care senior living choices conveniently located with-in two blocks of banking and retail shopping.The Farmstead nurtures an empowering senior lifestyle that encourages vitality of...
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Provides: Independent Living
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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.
Enjoy the essence of convenient maintenance-free retirement living, an active lifestyle that balances privacy and companionship of new friends on this beautiful community near the shores of Green Lake. The grounds have become the signature amenity of our community. The beauty and connection to...
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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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We realized that my parents needed to move from their home into a facility. We knew absolutely nothing about where to go nor how to get there. We learned that an organization existed, A Place for Mom. We...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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.
Arbor Oaks Senior Living is located in the small Western Minnesota city of Andover, Anoka County. Bordered on the south by Crooked Lake, Andover offers community residents abundant chances to enjoy seasonal water recreational activities. The annual community celebration, Andover Family Fun Fest,...
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Cost of independent living in Etter, MN

The average cost of senior living in Etter is $3,530 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include St. Marys Point, MN with an average of $3,251 per month.

Independent living costs in Etter, MN, vs. nearby cities

Etter, MN
$3,530/mo
$3,372/mo
$3,392/mo

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

Etter, MN
$3,530/mo
U.S. national average
$4,212/mo

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

$4,501/mo
Independent Living
$3,530/mo

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

Studio
$2,419/mo
1 Bedroom
$2,541/mo
2 Bedroom
$13,039/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$3,920/mo

Senior living costs in Etter 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: Etter, MN
Column state: Minnesota
Column national: U.S.
Community typeEtter, MNMinnesotaU.S.
Independent Living$3,530/mo$3,265/mo$4,212/mo
Assisted Living$4,908/mo$4,415/mo$4,753/mo
Memory Care$4,501/mo$4,219/mo$5,015/mo
Independent Living
Etter, MN:$3,530/mo
Minnesota:$3,265/mo
U.S.:$4,212/mo
Assisted Living
Etter, MN:$4,908/mo
Minnesota:$4,415/mo
U.S.:$4,753/mo
Memory Care
Etter, MN:$4,501/mo
Minnesota:$4,219/mo
U.S.:$5,015/mo
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Independent living costs in Etter, MN, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly independent living costs have shifted over the past five years in Etter 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 Etter, MN

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Etter 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
Etter, MN$2,676/mo$2,506/mo+6.8%
Minnesota$2,703/mo$2,477/mo+9.1%
National$3,256/mo$3,167/mo+2.8%
Etter, MN
2024 average cost:$2,676/mo
2023 average cost:$2,506/mo
Percent change:+6.8%
Minnesota
2024 average cost:$2,703/mo
2023 average cost:$2,477/mo
Percent change:+9.1%
National
2024 average cost:$3,256/mo
2023 average cost:$3,167/mo
Percent change:+2.8%
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What families are saying about independent living in Etter

Recent reviews for independent living in Etter

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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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.

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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Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Friendly and helpful staff. Several reviews from communities RidgePointe Senior Living, New Perspective of Oakdale, Bel Rae Senior Living, and The Lodge at White Bear, A Sky Active Living Community praise the kindness and availability of the staff members. They go above and beyond to make residents and their famili ...
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Variety of activities for all interests. Communities like Heathers Estates, Crest View Senior Community at Blaine, and The Timbers offer a wide range of activities tailored to the interests of their residents. These include educational programs, social events, and outings to local attractions.
Clean and well-maintained living spaces. Both interior and exterior spaces are mentioned as being kept clean and updated in reviews for The Glenn, Rose Arbor and Wildflower Lodge, and Gable Pines. Residents express appreciation for the attention to detail and the feeling of living in a comfortable, well-cared-for environment.
Affordable cost and value for money. Many reviews, such as those from The Boulevard, Crest View Senior Community at Blaine, and New Perspective of Oakdale, highlight the affordability and value for money that their communities offer. Residents appreciate the balance between cost and the quality of services and amenities.
Communication with families and transparency. Communication between families and staff is mentioned as a priority in reviews for The Waters of White Bear Lake, Keystone Place at LaValle Fields, and RosePointe I. Families appreciate regular updates and open dialogue about their loved ones' care and well-being.
Spacious and naturally lit living spaces. Residents of communities like New Perspective of Oakdale, Gable Pines, and The Lodge at Little Canada appreciate the bright, naturally lit living spaces, which contribute to a sense of warmth and openness. Families also note that the spacious apartments provide ample room for storage and c ...
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Etter independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Etter independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Etter, 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 Etter 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 Etter 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
11%
20.6%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
25.5%
34.8%
No sugar
No sugar
18.7%
31.2%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
20.6%
33.9%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
11.8%
10.8%
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Availability of select dining options in Etter 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 Etter communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Etter, MNNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
23.6%
36.9%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
30.3%
43.8%
Room service
Room service
28.7%
37.3%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
7.1%
17.3%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Etter 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 Etter offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Etter, MNNational
Activity director
Activity director
36.1%
45.6%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
17.3%
28.5%
Community service programs
Community service programs
20%
33.4%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
45%
47.8%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
41.5%
49.2%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
46.8%
54.3%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
30.6%
43.4%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
21%
38.6%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
29.5%
42.2%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
37.5%
47.5%
Live performances
Live performances
38.5%
47.2%
Dances
Dances
16.1%
33.3%
Fitness center
Fitness center
26.9%
39.8%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
34.8%
46.8%
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Frequently Asked Questions

Oak Ridge Assisted Living, RosePointe I and RidgePointe Senior Living are the top-rated independent living facilities near Etter, Minnesota. See full list of communities.
There are 590 independent living facilities near Etter, Minnesota. See the full list.
The best independent living facilities near you in Etter, Minnesota are RidgePointe Senior Living, The Lodge at White Bear, A Sky Active Living Community and Talamore Woodbury. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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