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The cost of independent living in North Oaks is about $3,525 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 135 options. Read 1739 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: Senior Apartments
Care types provided by this community
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
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: 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: 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: 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, 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.
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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.
Hazel Senior Living is a brand new assisted living facility in St. Paul with 24-private studio units. We believe in compassionate care while promoting independence for all Residents. Our staff has over 10 years of experience in senior care. Our team consists of Housing Manager, Director of...
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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: 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: 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.
Northgate Woods is one of the best assisted living facilities in Minneapolis, Minnesota. In fact, our facility is recognized globally as one of the best elder care facilities on the planet. We pride ourselves in providing excellent around the clock care for our seniors. Northgate also offers...
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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: 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.
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.

Cost of independent living in North Oaks, MN

The average cost of senior living in North Oaks is $3,525 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Willernie, MN with an average of $3,444 per month.

Independent living costs in North Oaks, MN, vs. nearby cities

North Oaks, MN
$3,525/mo
$3,489/mo

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

North Oaks, MN
$3,525/mo
U.S. national average
$4,211/mo

Independent living costs in North Oaks, MN, vs. other senior living options

$4,669/mo
Independent Living
$3,525/mo

Independent living costs in North Oaks, MN, by floor plan type

Studio
$2,179/mo
1 Bedroom
$2,193/mo
2 Bedroom
$2,806/mo

Senior living costs in North Oaks 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: North Oaks, MN
Column state: Minnesota
Column national: U.S.
Community typeNorth Oaks, MNMinnesotaU.S.
Independent Living$3,525/mo$3,269/mo$4,211/mo
Assisted Living$4,944/mo$4,418/mo$4,752/mo
Memory Care$4,669/mo$4,223/mo$5,014/mo
Independent Living
North Oaks, MN:$3,525/mo
Minnesota:$3,269/mo
U.S.:$4,211/mo
Assisted Living
North Oaks, MN:$4,944/mo
Minnesota:$4,418/mo
U.S.:$4,752/mo
Memory Care
North Oaks, MN:$4,669/mo
Minnesota:$4,223/mo
U.S.:$5,014/mo
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Independent living costs in North Oaks, MN, over time

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

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in North Oaks 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
North Oaks, MN$2,566/mo$2,205/mo+16.4%
Minnesota$2,717/mo$2,477/mo+9.7%
National$3,259/mo$3,168/mo+2.9%
North Oaks, MN
2024 average cost:$2,566/mo
2023 average cost:$2,205/mo
Percent change:+16.4%
Minnesota
2024 average cost:$2,717/mo
2023 average cost:$2,477/mo
Percent change:+9.7%
National
2024 average cost:$3,259/mo
2023 average cost:$3,168/mo
Percent change:+2.9%
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What families are saying about independent living in North Oaks

Recent reviews for independent living in North Oaks

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 with various activities. Residents at multiple communities, such as RosePointe I, The Waters of White Bear Lake, and The Lodge at White Bear, A Sky Active Living Community, enjoy a full calendar of social activities that cater to various interests. These activities foster a strong sense of community and keep resid ...
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Friendly and helpful staff. Reviews consistently highlight the kindness and attentiveness of the staff at their communities, including The Waters of White Bear Lake, The Lodge at White Bear, A Sky Active Living Community, and Crest View Senior Community at Blaine. Residents and their families appreciate the long-term ...
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Wide range of apartment options. Independent living communities, like The Lodge at Little Canada, Gable Pines, and RosePointe II, offer various apartment layouts and sizes to accommodate different preferences and needs. This flexibility allows residents to find a space that suits them best.
Nutritious meals and dining experiences. Residents at various communities, including RosePointe I, The Lodge at White Bear, A Sky Active Living Community, and Bel Rae Senior Living, frequently mention the importance of quality food in their overall satisfaction with their living situation. Many communities offer customizable meal ...
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Clean and well-maintained facilities. Reviews often praise the cleanliness and upkeep of their communities, such as The Waters of White Bear Lake, Gable Pines, and Crest View Senior Community at Blaine. Residents appreciate the attention given to both the private and common areas of their living spaces.
Accessible transportation options. Communities like The Boulevard, Crest View Senior Community at Blaine, and The Waters of White Bear Lake offer convenient transportation services to residents, making it easier for them to attend appointments, go shopping, or explore their surroundings.
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North Oaks independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in North Oaks independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in North Oaks, 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 North Oaks 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 North Oaks partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
North Oaks, MNNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
10.4%
20.6%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
27%
34.8%
No sugar
No sugar
16.5%
31.2%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
16.5%
33.9%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
13.9%
10.8%
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Availability of select dining options in North Oaks 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 North Oaks communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
North Oaks, MNNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
22.6%
36.9%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
30.4%
43.8%
Room service
Room service
28.7%
37.3%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
4.3%
17.3%
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Availability of select programs and activities in North Oaks 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 North Oaks offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
North Oaks, MNNational
Activity director
Activity director
34.8%
45.6%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
16.5%
28.5%
Community service programs
Community service programs
20.9%
33.4%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
45.2%
47.8%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
40.9%
49.2%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
47.8%
54.3%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
27%
43.4%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
19.1%
38.6%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
30.4%
42.2%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
36.5%
47.5%
Live performances
Live performances
36.5%
47.2%
Dances
Dances
13.9%
33.3%
Fitness center
Fitness center
28.7%
39.8%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
34.8%
46.8%
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Frequently Asked Questions

Suite Living of Vadnais Heights, RosePointe I and The Lodge at White Bear, A Sky Active Living Community are the top-rated independent living facilities near North Oaks, Minnesota. See full list of communities.
There are 135 independent living facilities near North Oaks, Minnesota. See the full list.
The best independent living facilities near you in North Oaks, 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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