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10 Best Independent Living Communities in Steele Center, MN

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The cost of independent living in Steele Center is about $2,745 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 115 options.

Read 469 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. You may also consider nearby communities such as Owatonna, Faribault and Albert Lea.

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Photo of Wilderness Lake View
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Provides: Independent Living
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.
This is a lake view Adult Foster Care facility for 55 and older. Will welcome residents with beginning dementia, Parkinson's disease and Alzheimer's. It contains four large master bedrooms with call light system and a large guest room. 24-Hour supervision with licensed staff. Will...
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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
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.
Photo of Mala Strana Assisted Living
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Provides: Assisted Living
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.
Photo of Mills Harbour and Lake Mills Care Center
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living, Nursing Homes
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.
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.
About ABCM CorporationLake Mills Care Center is owned by ABCM Corporation, Hampton, IA. ABCM is a multi-facility provider offering top-quality, long-term care services unmatched in the state of Iowa. We believe in a Person Directed Care approach to long-term care, encouraging the individuals we...
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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.
How inviting to live in this peaceful community enhanced with beautifully landscaped courtyards and southern views of the quaint city of St. Peter. Even the name sounds cozy. Each unit features a private entry — plus a washer/dryer and single detached garage are included in the monthly rent.
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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 Good Samaritan Society-St Peter
Provides: Independent Living, Nursing Homes
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.
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.
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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.
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: 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...
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.
Kingsley Place Independent Senior living features 55 luxury apartments for active adults 55 or better. This beatiful new community is nestled between Orchard Lake and Kingsley Lake and boasts water and woodland view. Located near ample dining and shopping options, just off of HWY 35 and Kenwood...

Cost of independent living in Steele Center, MN

The average cost of senior living in Steele Center is $2,745 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Claremont, MN with an average of $2,578 per month.

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

Steele Center, MN
$2,745/mo
U.S. national average
$3,520/mo

Independent living costs in Steele Center, MN, vs. other senior living options

$6,795/mo
Independent Living
$2,745/mo

Independent living costs in Steele Center, MN, by floor plan type

Studio
$2,584/mo
1 Bedroom
$2,644/mo

Senior living costs in Steele Center 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: Steele Center, MN
Column state: Minnesota
Column national: U.S.
Community typeSteele Center, MNMinnesotaU.S.
Independent Living$2,745/mo$2,945/mo$3,520/mo
Assisted Living$4,453/mo$5,527/mo$5,830/mo
Memory Care$6,795/mo$7,592/mo$6,999/mo
Independent Living
Steele Center, MN:$2,745/mo
Minnesota:$2,945/mo
U.S.:$3,520/mo
Assisted Living
Steele Center, MN:$4,453/mo
Minnesota:$5,527/mo
U.S.:$5,830/mo
Memory Care
Steele Center, MN:$6,795/mo
Minnesota:$7,592/mo
U.S.:$6,999/mo
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What families are saying about independent living in Steele Center

Recent reviews for independent living in Steele Center

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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Steele Center independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Steele Center independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Steele Center, 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 Steele Center 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 Steele Center 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
9.6%
21.2%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
24.3%
35.7%
No sugar
No sugar
17.4%
32%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
20.9%
34.8%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
11.3%
11.7%
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Availability of select dining options in Steele Center 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 Steele Center communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Steele Center, MNNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
16.5%
37.6%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
22.6%
44.8%
Room service
Room service
25.2%
38.2%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
9.6%
17.8%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Steele Center 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 Steele Center offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Steele Center, MNNational
Activity director
Activity director
35.7%
46.5%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
17.4%
29.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
16.5%
34.2%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
42.6%
48.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
41.7%
50.1%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
44.3%
54.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
28.7%
44.2%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
16.5%
39.7%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
26.1%
43%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
39.1%
48.3%
Live performances
Live performances
40%
48.1%
Dances
Dances
13.9%
34.3%
Fitness center
Fitness center
21.7%
40.7%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
34.8%
47.6%
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South Grove Lodge Senior Living, Mankato Lodge Senior Living and The Waters of Kingsley Shores and Kingsley Place are the top-rated independent living facilities near Steele Center, Minnesota. See full list of communities.
There are 115 independent living facilities near Steele Center, Minnesota. See the full list.
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