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The cost of independent living in River Point is about $3,480 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 132 options. Read 353 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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This is a great community. We liked the care, but they need to keep up more on the cleaning of the hallways. They could use a little improvement in cleaning. They have gotten better when having staff...
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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.
Independent living is about freedom to choose the things you want to do, while leaving chores and home maintenance behind. At Benedictine Heritage Meadows, we’re proud to offer just that. In addition to comfortable residence options, you’ll find an engaging independent living lifestyle — all...
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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.
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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.
Ecumen Sand Prairie offers private apartment homes with attractive floor plans, delicious home-cooked meals and friendly caregivers and companions. You can rely on our trained staff to supervise every aspect of your loved one’s care. With staff on duty around the clock, you’ll have the assurance...
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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.
SisterCare is a 14 room cottage style Assisted Living Facility located in Blue Earth, MN. Blue Earth is located in Southern Minnesota at the intersections of Interstate I-90 and HWY 169. SisterCare is located just 1 block off of the Main Street. We are located close to banking, grocery...
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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
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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.
You want comfort and convenience, at an affordable price. You want independence, with opportunities to connect with others. You want privacy and space, paired with safety and security. You’ll find all of that and more at Spero Senior Living.With 55 brand new units and a variety of floor plans to...
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Cost of independent living in River Point, MN

The average cost of senior living in River Point is $3,480 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Hayward, MN with an average of $3,048 per month.

Independent living costs in River Point, MN, vs. nearby cities

River Point, MN
$3,480/mo
$3,205/mo
$3,205/mo

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

River Point, MN
$3,480/mo
U.S. national average
$4,211/mo

Independent living costs in River Point, MN, vs. other senior living options

$3,914/mo
Independent Living
$3,480/mo

Independent living costs in River Point, MN, by floor plan type

Studio
$2,086/mo
1 Bedroom
$2,406/mo
2 Bedroom
$3,239/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$3,540/mo

Senior living costs in River Point 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: River Point, MN
Column state: Minnesota
Column national: U.S.
Community typeRiver Point, MNMinnesotaU.S.
Independent Living$3,480/mo$3,269/mo$4,211/mo
Assisted Living$3,930/mo$4,418/mo$4,752/mo
Memory Care$3,914/mo$4,223/mo$5,014/mo
Independent Living
River Point, MN:$3,480/mo
Minnesota:$3,269/mo
U.S.:$4,211/mo
Assisted Living
River Point, MN:$3,930/mo
Minnesota:$4,418/mo
U.S.:$4,752/mo
Memory Care
River Point, MN:$3,914/mo
Minnesota:$4,223/mo
U.S.:$5,014/mo
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Independent living costs in River Point, MN, over time

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

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in River Point 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
River Point, MN$3,921/mo$2,808/mo+39.6%
Minnesota$2,421/mo$2,299/mo+5.3%
National$2,898/mo$2,823/mo+2.6%
River Point, MN
2024 average cost:$3,921/mo
2023 average cost:$2,808/mo
Percent change:+39.6%
Minnesota
2024 average cost:$2,421/mo
2023 average cost:$2,299/mo
Percent change:+5.3%
National
2024 average cost:$2,898/mo
2023 average cost:$2,823/mo
Percent change:+2.6%
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What families are saying about independent living in River Point

Recent reviews for independent living in River Point

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.

Mill City Senior Living in Faribault, MN

4.0
Overall it has been a very good experience. Mom and dad like it there. Like all places they are short on staff, but staff they have have been wonderful. The rooms are large. They have a washer and dryer in each room. They have everything that they could need. My mom needs a lot of help and they ...
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The Homestead at Rochester

3.7
I would tell others that they need to really check on the meal programs. The meals come from an outside source and the wait staff sometimes are not very good for this environment of people. The food is not very food and that was one of the things that we were sold on. There are a few things they ...
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River Point independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in River Point independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in River Point, 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 River Point 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 River Point partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
River Point, MNNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
9.2%
20.6%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
22.9%
34.8%
No sugar
No sugar
16.5%
31.2%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
21.1%
33.9%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
11%
10.8%
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Availability of select dining options in River Point 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 River Point communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
River Point, MNNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
14.7%
36.9%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
21.1%
43.8%
Room service
Room service
23.9%
37.3%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
8.3%
17.3%
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Availability of select programs and activities in River Point 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 River Point offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
River Point, MNNational
Activity director
Activity director
32.1%
45.6%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
15.6%
28.5%
Community service programs
Community service programs
12.8%
33.4%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
40.4%
47.8%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
39.4%
49.2%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
42.2%
54.3%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
28.4%
43.4%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
14.7%
38.6%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
22%
42.2%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
35.8%
47.5%
Live performances
Live performances
36.7%
47.2%
Dances
Dances
11.9%
33.3%
Fitness center
Fitness center
19.3%
39.8%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
31.2%
46.8%
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Water's Edge, Mankato Lodge Senior Living and South Grove Lodge Senior Living are the top-rated independent living facilities near River Point, Minnesota. See full list of communities.
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