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10 Best Independent Living Communities in Goodhue County, MN

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The cost of independent living in Goodhue County is about $3,415 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 405 options. Read 3443 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, 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.
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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My wife and I recently made the transition into this community and I could not be more pleased with our experience so far. My favorite thing about this establishment would have to be the staff. They are...
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.
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When my father was at Cherrywood Pointe, we noticed that they were very short-staffed, They did admit that they were short staffed as well. It would take up to 30 minutes for someone to get to him when he...
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.
Photo of Stewartville Care Ctr
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.
Photo of Root River Estates
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: 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: 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.
Photo of Restful Living LLC
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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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
From the moment you pull up to the entrance of Sun Cliffe apartment homes, you know you've discovered something special. Here we offer gracious living that includes elegant interior designs, a beautiful community room with full kitchen, a fitness room, elevator, controlled access, storage rooms...
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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.
Summit Hill Assisted Living is located in a peaceful and picturesque area of Saint Paul, Ramsey County, Minnesota, where your loved ones will feel right at home. Surrounded by greenery and with the convenience of a shopping center near by, our residents love living here. The security of our...
Photo of The Plaza
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.
Photo of The Homeplace Of Durand LLC
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.
The HOMEPLACE of Durand (Wisconsin) provides 12 senior healthcare apartments to individuals and couples. These individuals direct their care and enter into a Service Agreement that identifies their desired services. As tenants ‘age in place’, they may alter the Agreement and continue their...
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There is no federal funding here, so if they run out of money then they will have to move, or we will have to pay. There were some mistakes with the medication management. She really liked the friendliness...
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.
Nine Mile Creek Senior Living is located in Bloomington, Minnesota, near Moir Park. We service the areas surrounding the Twin Cities in a friendly, fun, and loving way. We offer the culture and entertainment of the big city with the quiet country life so many of our residents seem to enjoy. Our...
Photo of Echo Ridge
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.
Echo Ridge's mission is to provide a unique senior living community for adults 55 and better.  At Echo Ridge, embrace a lifestyle low in maintenance and high in comfort, complete with a general store, beauty shop, fitness center, library, wood shop, billiards room and chapel. ...
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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.
Terrific location near various shopping areas, grocery stores and more. Complementary van transportation to local shopping areas 4 days/week. On the 5th day, trips to casinos, restaurant, etc. Large 1 & 2 bedroom apartments with spacious closet space. NEWLY REMODELED kitchens and bathrooms....
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Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, 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.
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.
Photo of Waterford
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.
Set in a quiet, scenic community with a beautiful wooded backdrop, Waterford Townhomes provide a comfortable, affordable neighborhood for busy families. New windows and siding, plus some units have been remodeled with maple cabinetry, dishwashers and microwaves.
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Hubby & I have been fortunate to call Riverview Highlands Apts home for 3 years. The building is well managed and maintained and our fellow residents have come to feel like family. The apt is spacious with...
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.
Riverview Highlands apartments are a senior housing community located in the serene city of St Paul's, Ramsey County, MN. Located on the banks of the stunning River Mississippi, Riverview offers an enriching lifestyle to its residents with the beauty of nature within grasp. The amazing view of...
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My mother was recently at Cerenity Care Center for transitional care after a minor stroke. I was very impressed by the friendly and conscientious staff. I was especially grateful for the little extras they...
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: Memory Care, 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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Photo of Highland Path
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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I am very comfortable in this community. The place is well maintained and home like. The room I'm in is pleasant, there is plenty of sunshine pouring in every day. There is a grocery delivery system in place...
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.
Highlands on Graham is a comfortable and secure senior housing complex located in St. Paul, Ramsey County, Minnesota. With spacious rooms and friendly residents, Highlands on Graham is a great choice for your new home. St. Paul is an active city with generous and supportive citizens. Several...
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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.
Photo of Superior Street Cottages
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.

Cost of independent living in Goodhue County, MN

The average cost of senior living in Goodhue County is $3,415 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Miesville, MN with an average of $3,375 per month.

Independent living costs in Goodhue County, MN, vs. nearby counties

Goodhue County, MN
$3,415/mo
$3,707/mo
$3,865/mo

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

Goodhue County, MN
$3,415/mo
U.S. national average
$4,176/mo

Independent living costs in Goodhue County, MN, vs. other senior living options

$4,344/mo
Independent Living
$3,415/mo

Independent living costs in Goodhue County, MN, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$5,001/mo
Studio
$4,951/mo
1 Bedroom
$3,817/mo
2 Bedroom
$4,130/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$3,870/mo

Senior living costs in Goodhue County 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: Goodhue County, MN
Column state: Minnesota
Column national: U.S.
Community typeGoodhue County, MNMinnesotaU.S.
Independent Living$3,415/mo$3,161/mo$4,176/mo
Assisted Living$4,654/mo$4,306/mo$4,718/mo
Memory Care$4,344/mo$4,100/mo$4,972/mo
Independent Living
Goodhue County, MN:$3,415/mo
Minnesota:$3,161/mo
U.S.:$4,176/mo
Assisted Living
Goodhue County, MN:$4,654/mo
Minnesota:$4,306/mo
U.S.:$4,718/mo
Memory Care
Goodhue County, MN:$4,344/mo
Minnesota:$4,100/mo
U.S.:$4,972/mo
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Independent living costs in Goodhue County, MN, over time

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

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Goodhue County 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
Goodhue County, MN$2,746/mo$2,509/mo+9.4%
Minnesota$2,717/mo$2,477/mo+9.7%
National$3,257/mo$3,166/mo+2.9%
Goodhue County, MN
2024 average cost:$2,746/mo
2023 average cost:$2,509/mo
Percent change:+9.4%
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 Goodhue County

Recent reviews for independent living in Goodhue County

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.

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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Goodhue County independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Goodhue County independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Goodhue County, 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 Goodhue County 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 Goodhue County partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Goodhue County, MNNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
12.3%
20.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
26.2%
34.5%
No sugar
No sugar
18.1%
31%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
22.6%
33.7%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
10.6%
10.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Goodhue County 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 Goodhue County communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Goodhue County, MNNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
24%
36.6%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
29.8%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
29.2%
37%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
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Availability of select programs and activities in Goodhue County 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 Goodhue County offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Goodhue County, MNNational
Activity director
Activity director
36.2%
45.2%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
18.9%
28.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
20.9%
33.1%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
43.5%
47.6%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
42.3%
49%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
46%
54%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
31.5%
43%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
24%
38.3%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
30.1%
41.9%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
38.2%
47.2%
Live performances
Live performances
40.1%
46.9%
Dances
Dances
16.2%
33.1%
Fitness center
Fitness center
29.8%
39.6%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
35.7%
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