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The cost of independent living in Richmond is about $2,188 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 28 options. Read 54 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.

As you explore independent living near you, you may also want to consider options in areas like You may also consider nearby communities such as St. Cloud, Sartell and Cold Spring.

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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.
Get settled in an affordable townhome, recently refurbished with a spacious kitchen, lots of cabinet space, up-to-date appliances, new bathroom, master bedroom with a large closet and new carpeting on the first and second levels. Each unit also has air conditioners and a full basement with washer...
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Toured lots of facilities in the area and found a new home. Apt homes are nice and roomy and they offer tons of activities, outings and in house religious services along with beauty salon. Staff works...
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.
Ridgeview Place/Prairie Ridge is an assisted living community located in beautiful Sauk Rapids, Benton County, Minnesota. Prairie Ridge is a memory care unit for residents with dementia and/or Alzheimer’s located on the beautiful grounds of Ridgeview Place. Beautifully landscaped grounds and...
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Cost of independent living in Richmond, MN

The average cost of senior living in Richmond is $2,188 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Eden Valley, MN with an average of $1,801 per month.

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Richmond, MN vs. nearby cities

Richmond, MN
$2,188/mo
$2,036/mo

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Richmond, MN vs. the state and national average

Richmond, MN
$2,188/mo
U.S. national average
$4,070/mo

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Richmond vs. other types of senior living

$2,945/mo
Independent Living
$2,188/mo

Median monthly costs of Independent Living in Richmond, MN by room type

Studio
$1,694/mo
1 Bedroom
$1,807/mo
2 Bedroom
$1,958/mo

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What families are saying about independent living in Richmond

Recent reviews for independent living in Richmond

The Sanctuary at St. Cloud in Saint Cloud, MN

5.0
Kind and friendly staff. Family and children are always welcome. Being in a carefree, safe envrionment. New, clean rooms and community spaces. Chef [name removed] wonderful cuisine. variety of creative activities., The other residents are full of fun and laughs.

Benedict Court in Saint Cloud, MN

5.0
Very good. Staff is helpful and the apartment is amazing! There are three meals a day served and the residents have choices to choose from. The staff communication with the family is good, especially when it comes to staffing issues.

Chateau Waters in Sartell, MN

5.0
I would tell my friends it is a definitely the place to be. My room is beautiful, it is like living in my own home. It has a washer and dryer, a kitchenette with a microwave-all the appliances are full size. The kitchen even has an island it. The activities right now include exercise ...
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Richmond independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Richmond independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Richmond, 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 Richmond 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 Richmond 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
3.7%
20.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
14.8%
34.1%
No sugar
No sugar
11.1%
30.7%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
7.4%
33.4%
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Availability of select dining options in Richmond 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 Richmond communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Richmond, MNNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
7.4%
36.4%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
14.8%
43.4%
Room service
Room service
11.1%
36.9%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
3.7%
17.3%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Richmond 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 Richmond offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Richmond, MNNational
Activity director
Activity director
25.9%
44.8%
Community service programs
Community service programs
14.8%
32.6%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
25.9%
47.9%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
29.6%
48.8%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
29.6%
54.1%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
22.2%
42.7%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
7.4%
37.8%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
11.1%
41.3%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
25.9%
47.1%
Live performances
Live performances
22.2%
46.6%
Dances
Dances
11.1%
32.5%
Fitness center
Fitness center
14.8%
39.5%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
22.2%
46.2%
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Talamore St Cloud, Benedict Village and Benedict Court are the top-rated independent living facilities near Richmond, Minnesota. See full list of communities.

There are 28 independent living facilities near Richmond, Minnesota. See the full list.

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