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The cost of independent living in Golden Valley is about $3,344 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 180 options. Read 2588 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
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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.
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent 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.
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: Independent Living, Senior Apartments
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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.
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: Independent Living, Senior Apartments
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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.
Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
The Anthony James is a senior independent living community for adults over the age of fifty-five. We are nestled in a park-like setting, just blocks from groceries, dining, shopping and churches. Our building is accessible and has an elevator. All of our one and two bedroom apartment homes have...
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Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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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.
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: 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: 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.
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Provides: Assisted Living, Independent 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.
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.
Welcome to Loren on Park, an independent living community for people 55+ with a rich history of supporting continuing education and the arts. Located in the heart of the Historic Phillips neighborhood in revitalized Midtown Minneapolis, Loren on Park offers exciting living opportunities for...
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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.
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, Senior Apartments
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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.
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: 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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My dad is doing really well at this place. He is in the memory care and they are attentive and understand him, doing a fine job with the care. The food is fine and dad thinks it has gotten better. My dad...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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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.
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.
Welcome to Prairie Lodge, an assisted living and memory care community located in Brooklyn Center.  We are located next door to the historic landmark Earle Brown Farm and within walking distance of a variety of shopping and dining options.   At Prairie Lodge our focus is on you, our...
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I simply cannot understand some of the other reviewers. The admissions person at Hillcrest was wonderful, and helped us when no one else could (we needed to be close to oxygen therapy). The nurse [name...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Nursing Homes
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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.
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.
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.
What are you looking for in a nursing home? That's the first question we ask because in today's healthcare environment, you have more choices than ever. We offer short-term care to help you get well and return to your home. We also provide long-term nursing home care -- and more intensive...
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Provides: Independent Living, Senior Apartments
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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.
Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
The Crossings at Brookwood is an elegant senior property with an exclusive list of amenities and available activities. As part of the Lang-Nelson family, The Crossings is able to provide its residents with a superior level of customer service. Call today to schedule a tour!
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Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living, Nursing Homes
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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.
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.
Provides: Independent Living, Senior Apartments
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.
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: 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.
The 64-unit Lake Street Station senior apartments in Minneapolis, MN are located on the East Lake Street. The breathtaking housing is very close to the busy Hi-Lake Shopping Center. The independent living community occupying this paradise has immediate access to high- end retail, food, and...
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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.
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.
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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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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Friendly and affordable, Kimberly Meadows features amenities unheard of in other townhome communities, such as full basements with washer and dryer hook-ups and plenty of storage space. Each unit also has a cozy patio with a planting area to grow your favorite summer herbs and flowers. Be close...
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Provides: Independent Living, Senior Apartments
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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.
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: 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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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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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.
Heritage of Edina is an unmatched blend of historic elegance and exceptional service, exemplifying the grace and grandeur of a bygone era. Its Senior Living Community offers personalized service throughout its residents' lives: from independence to a time of needed care. Over 40 years old,...
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Workers and staff are nice. Love my 2 bedroom apartment, spending time in the library, and all of the entertainment that comes to perform.
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent 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.
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.
Endless possibilities await you at Saint Therese at Oxbow Lake--a Brooklyn Park master-planned community located on 15 acres near the Church of St. Gerard. This extraordinary community for older adults encompasses every facet of senior living. It's here that you'll find a way of life that...

Cost of independent living in Golden Valley, MN

The average cost of senior living in Golden Valley is $3,344 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Osseo, MN with an average of $3,269 per month.

Independent living costs in Golden Valley, MN, vs. nearby cities

Golden Valley, MN
$3,344/mo

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

Golden Valley, MN
$3,344/mo
U.S. national average
$4,176/mo

Independent living costs in Golden Valley, MN, vs. other senior living options

$4,416/mo
Independent Living
$3,344/mo

Independent living costs in Golden Valley, MN, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$4,695/mo
Studio
$4,884/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,221/mo
2 Bedroom
$4,454/mo

Senior living costs in Golden Valley 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: Golden Valley, MN
Column state: Minnesota
Column national: U.S.
Community typeGolden Valley, MNMinnesotaU.S.
Independent Living$3,344/mo$3,161/mo$4,176/mo
Assisted Living$4,719/mo$4,306/mo$4,718/mo
Memory Care$4,416/mo$4,100/mo$4,972/mo
Independent Living
Golden Valley, MN:$3,344/mo
Minnesota:$3,161/mo
U.S.:$4,176/mo
Assisted Living
Golden Valley, MN:$4,719/mo
Minnesota:$4,306/mo
U.S.:$4,718/mo
Memory Care
Golden Valley, MN:$4,416/mo
Minnesota:$4,100/mo
U.S.:$4,972/mo
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Independent living costs in Golden Valley, MN, over time

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

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Golden Valley 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
Golden Valley, MN$2,626/mo$2,551/mo+2.9%
Minnesota$2,717/mo$2,477/mo+9.7%
National$3,257/mo$3,166/mo+2.9%
Golden Valley, MN
2024 average cost:$2,626/mo
2023 average cost:$2,551/mo
Percent change:+2.9%
Minnesota
2024 average cost:$2,717/mo
2023 average cost:$2,477/mo
Percent change:+9.7%
National
2024 average cost:$3,257/mo
2023 average cost:$3,166/mo
Percent change:+2.9%
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What families are saying about independent living in Golden Valley

Recent reviews for independent living in Golden Valley

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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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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Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Wide variety of activities for residents. Residents across multiple communities, including RidgePointe Senior Living, The Waters of Edina, and RosePointe I, praise the diverse range of activities offered. From movie nights and bingo to educational sessions and outings, there's something for everyone to enjoy.
Caring and friendly staff. Numerous reviews express appreciation for the caring and friendly nature of the staff at their communities. Families and residents alike share stories of long-term friendships developed with caregivers at Waterford Estates and Manor, Village Shores, and RidgePointe Senior Living.
Delicious meals and dining experiences. Quality food is a significant factor in residents' overall satisfaction with their community. At RosePointe I, The Waters of Edina, and Broadwell Senior Living, the meals are described as tasty, nutritious, and accommodating to individual preferences.
Well-maintained interior spaces and grounds. Reviews consistently mention cleanliness as a priority, with some commenting specifically on the upkeep of private rooms, communal areas, and outdoor spaces like gardens and walking trails. Residents of Village Shores, Friendship Village of Bloomington a CCRC, and RosePointe I appreciate t ...
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Individualized attention to accommodate resident needs. Reviews from The Waters of Edina, Vernon Terrace of Edina, and Waterford Estates and Manor highlight the accommodating nature of caregivers in addressing the unique needs of each resident, ensuring they feel cared for and supported.
Thoughtful communication between families and staff. Families value clear and consistent communication with loved ones and staff to ensure care needs are being met. At Broadwell Senior Living, RidgePointe Senior Living, and The Waters of Edina, community directors regularly schedule meetings with senior residents and their families both in p ...
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Golden Valley independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Golden Valley independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Golden Valley, 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 Golden Valley 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 Golden Valley 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%
20.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
25.3%
34.5%
No sugar
No sugar
17.5%
31%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
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33.7%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
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Availability of select dining options in Golden Valley 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 Golden Valley communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
30.5%
36.6%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
37.7%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
35.1%
37%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
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Availability of select programs and activities in Golden Valley 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 Golden Valley offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
38.3%
45.2%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
17.5%
28.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
24.7%
33.1%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
48.7%
47.6%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
42.9%
49%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
52.6%
54%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
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43%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
25.3%
38.3%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
33.1%
41.9%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
38.3%
47.2%
Live performances
Live performances
40.3%
46.9%
Dances
Dances
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Fitness center
Fitness center
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39.6%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
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