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The cost of independent living in Hilltop is about $3,271 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 194 options. Read 2308 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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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.
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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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.
Warm, family like atmosphere with many social activities. Has community and dining room. Park like back yard with walking paths, screened gazebo, gas grill and picnic tables.Special events include BBQ, yard sale and more.
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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.
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.
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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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My grandfather lives at meadow ridge and I can finally say he has found himself a great home. We had switched from 2 other assisted livings because they were not to his liking. He is very particular...
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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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
With patios on the first floor and balconies on the second and third, you'll be able to enjoy the lovely wooded landscape of Plymouth Ponds all year long. Summer is best, of course, with our inviting outdoor pool, private dog park, basketball court, picnic areas and shaded walking paths. As a...
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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.
Welcome to Pine Manor Estates! We are pleased to offer you Circle Pines newest active senior community. This state of the art facility was built in 2005 and was carefully designed with the active senior lifestyle in mind. You will be impressed by our professionally decorated common areas,...
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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.
Walker at Tree Tops is a warm and friendly community of active seniors who enjoy their independence but appreciate all the services we can provide. We are located in a pleasant neighborhood offering two grocery stores, barbershop, bakery, floral shop, meat market, and restaurants just two blocks...
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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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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Located in an attractive, long-established area of St. Paul. Every apartment home has been carefully planned to be truly above the ordinary, with twelve different floor plans, each offering a three-season, enclosed porch and many with newly renovated interiors. We are like a quiet community...
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My parents have enjoyed 8+ years of experience living at Walker Place, which is nestled in a South Minneapolis residential area near Lake Harriet. It offers a safe, relaxed, & homey environment. As Mom &...
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.
Walker Methodist Place is an assisted living community located in Minneapolis, MN. Minneapolis is a busy city with about 382,000 residents in Hennepin County with lots of shops, restaurants, movies and shows. Residents who enjoy getting out can go for group activities, they can run errands and...
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: 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, Home 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.
Home Care: Home care relies on trained aides to provide companionship and non-medical care for seniors living at home.
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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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From the moment we walked through the doors, we knew this was the place for our. So welcoming and friendly. You can tell that the culture is one of caring and help. I can see why the facility is full. ...
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.
Epiphany Assisted Living is located on the beautiful Epiphany Campus in Coon Rapids. The Campus includes Epiphany Church and school. Also, Epiphany Pines Senior Housing. Epiphany Assisted Living is a non-denominational building. Epiphany Assisted Living has 50 apartments and 14 unit Memory...
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Osseo Commons A 55+ Community Located on Central Avenue in a the small town of Osseo, this new building is waiting for you! Osseo Commons offers convenient and spacious living with numerous retail and professional services just outside your front door. The one bedroom, one bedroom plus den, and...

Cost of independent living in Hilltop, MN

The average cost of senior living in Hilltop is $3,271 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Blaine, MN with an average of $3,221 per month.

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

Hilltop, MN
$3,271/mo
$3,246/mo

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

Hilltop, MN
$3,271/mo
U.S. national average
$4,153/mo

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

$4,330/mo
Independent Living
$3,271/mo

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

Semi-Private
$4,717/mo
Studio
$5,005/mo
1 Bedroom
$3,795/mo
2 Bedroom
$3,711/mo

Senior living costs in Hilltop 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: Hilltop, MN
Column state: Minnesota
Column national: U.S.
Community typeHilltop, MNMinnesotaU.S.
Independent Living$3,271/mo$3,146/mo$4,153/mo
Assisted Living$4,648/mo$4,282/mo$4,698/mo
Memory Care$4,330/mo$4,074/mo$4,946/mo
Independent Living
Hilltop, MN:$3,271/mo
Minnesota:$3,146/mo
U.S.:$4,153/mo
Assisted Living
Hilltop, MN:$4,648/mo
Minnesota:$4,282/mo
U.S.:$4,698/mo
Memory Care
Hilltop, MN:$4,330/mo
Minnesota:$4,074/mo
U.S.:$4,946/mo
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Independent living costs in Hilltop, MN, over time

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

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Hilltop 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
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Location2024 average cost2023 average costPercent change
Hilltop, MN$2,708/mo$2,026/mo+33.7%
Minnesota$2,732/mo$2,477/mo+10.3%
National$3,261/mo$3,166/mo+3.0%
Hilltop, MN
2024 average cost:$2,708/mo
2023 average cost:$2,026/mo
Percent change:+33.7%
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2024 average cost:$2,732/mo
2023 average cost:$2,477/mo
Percent change:+10.3%
National
2024 average cost:$3,261/mo
2023 average cost:$3,166/mo
Percent change:+3.0%
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What families are saying about independent living in Hilltop

Recent reviews for independent living in Hilltop

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

Active social calendar and engaging events. Many reviews praise the wide range of resident-led social, spiritual, and educational activities offered at RosePointe I, Crest View Senior Community at Blaine, and RosePointe I, with opportunities to choose from and accommodate different dietary needs. Residents of RosePointe II and Ro ...
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Thoughtful and caring staff. Numerous reviews highlight the friendly, skilled, and helpful staff at communities like RosePointe I, Chandler Place, and Crest View Senior Community at Blaine, providing excellent care and support to residents. At RosePointe I, the management team is commended for their informed and hel ...
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Lovely dining experiences with nutritious options. Reviews consistently mention the great dining experiences at various communities, such as RosePointe I, Chandler Place, and RosePointe I, where residents appreciate the nutritious, hot, and delicious meals, as well as the fine dining options and alternatives to choose from.
Safe and clean facilities and grounds. Communities like Gable Pines and Tradition Living are praised for their cleanliness, both for the private rooms and shared spaces, including the beautifully maintained buildings and gardens. Residents of The Kenwood appreciate the quiet, residential area surrounding their community.
Welcoming and inclusive community atmosphere. Residents and staff work together to create welcoming and inclusive communities at places like RosePointe I, RosePointe II, and Crest View Senior Community at Blaine, where residents are encouraged to form friendships and participate in various activities.
Individualized living arrangements. Several reviews note the flexibility in living arrangements and options, such as the choice of meal plans and apartment sizes, allowing residents to personalize their living experience at RosePointe I and The Lodge at Little Canada.
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Hilltop independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Hilltop independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Hilltop, 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 Hilltop 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 Hilltop 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
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20.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
22.4%
34.4%
No sugar
No sugar
15.2%
30.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
17.6%
33.6%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
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Availability of select dining options in Hilltop 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 Hilltop communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
24.8%
36.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
30.3%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
27.9%
37%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
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Availability of select programs and activities in Hilltop 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 Hilltop offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
32.1%
45.1%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
13.3%
28.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
18.8%
33%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
41.2%
47.5%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
38.2%
48.9%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
46.1%
54%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
27.3%
42.9%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
18.8%
38.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
27.3%
41.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
34.5%
47.1%
Live performances
Live performances
33.9%
46.8%
Dances
Dances
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33%
Fitness center
Fitness center
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39.5%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
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New Perspective Columbia Heights, Chandler Place and The Harbors Senior Living of Fridley are the top-rated independent living facilities near Hilltop, Minnesota. See full list of communities.
There are 194 independent living facilities near Hilltop, Minnesota. See the full list.
The best independent living facilities near you in Hilltop, Minnesota are The Lodge at White Bear, A Sky Active Living Community, RosePointe I and Gable Pines. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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