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The cost of independent living in Vadnais Heights is about $3,294 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 161 options. Read 1716 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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Photo of Redeemers Arms
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.
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Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Nursing Homes
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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.
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.
Our attractive campus consists of two attached buildings, which include St. Anthony Health Center and Chandler Place. St. Anthony Health Center offers long-term and short-term care for residents who require intensive rehabilitation and skilled nursing services. Chandler Place Retirement...
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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.
Parkway Gardens Senior Apartment is an independent Senior Community for 55 and better. Our apartment community features a spacious community room with a full kitchen, a fitness center, wellness clinic, library, stretching room, business center, game room with billiard, laundry facility on every...
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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.
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: 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: 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
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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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My dad just loves Meadowood Shores! Meadowood is the independent living side of the campus. He didn't want to move from his house but he realized he needed a change, just too lonesome after mom passed a...
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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Photo of Ravoux Hi Rise
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 Central Towers Limited Partner
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.
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.
Photo of Cerenity Senior Care Marian
Provides: Memory Care, Independent Living
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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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My mother was recently at Cerenity Care Center for transitional care after a minor stroke. I was very impressed by the friendly and conscientious staff. I was especially grateful for the little extras they...
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, 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.
Summit Hill Assisted Living is located in a peaceful and picturesque area of Saint Paul, Ramsey County, Minnesota, where your loved ones will feel right at home. Surrounded by greenery and with the convenience of a shopping center near by, our residents love living here. The security of our...
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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.
From the moment you pull up to the entrance of Sun Cliffe apartment homes, you know you've discovered something special. Here we offer gracious living that includes elegant interior designs, a beautiful community room with full kitchen, a fitness room, elevator, controlled access, storage rooms...
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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.
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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
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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.
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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.
Echo Ridge's mission is to provide a unique senior living community for adults 55 and better.  At Echo Ridge, embrace a lifestyle low in maintenance and high in comfort, complete with a general store, beauty shop, fitness center, library, wood shop, billiards room and chapel. ...
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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.
Crest View Senior Communities offers all the services you're ever likely to need. From senior housing, assisted living to skilled care services,you'll find that Crest View offers choices and options to fit your individual needs and is conveniently located close to shopping, churches, medical...
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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.
Set in a quiet, scenic community with a beautiful wooded backdrop, Waterford Townhomes provide a comfortable, affordable neighborhood for busy families. New windows and siding, plus some units have been remodeled with maple cabinetry, dishwashers and microwaves.

Cost of independent living in Vadnais Heights, MN

The average cost of senior living in Vadnais Heights is $3,294 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Willernie, MN with an average of $3,220 per month.

Independent living costs in Vadnais Heights, MN, vs. nearby cities

Vadnais Heights, MN
$3,294/mo
$3,325/mo

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

Vadnais Heights, MN
$3,294/mo
U.S. national average
$4,153/mo

Independent living costs in Vadnais Heights, MN, vs. other senior living options

$4,380/mo
Independent Living
$3,294/mo

Independent living costs in Vadnais Heights, MN, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$6,400/mo
Studio
$4,963/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,025/mo
2 Bedroom
$3,745/mo

Senior living costs in Vadnais Heights 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: Vadnais Heights, MN
Column state: Minnesota
Column national: U.S.
Community typeVadnais Heights, MNMinnesotaU.S.
Independent Living$3,294/mo$3,146/mo$4,153/mo
Assisted Living$4,698/mo$4,282/mo$4,698/mo
Memory Care$4,380/mo$4,074/mo$4,946/mo
Independent Living
Vadnais Heights, MN:$3,294/mo
Minnesota:$3,146/mo
U.S.:$4,153/mo
Assisted Living
Vadnais Heights, MN:$4,698/mo
Minnesota:$4,282/mo
U.S.:$4,698/mo
Memory Care
Vadnais Heights, MN:$4,380/mo
Minnesota:$4,074/mo
U.S.:$4,946/mo
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Independent living costs in Vadnais Heights, MN, over time

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

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Vadnais Heights 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
Vadnais Heights, MN$2,607/mo$2,294/mo+13.6%
Minnesota$2,732/mo$2,477/mo+10.3%
National$3,261/mo$3,166/mo+3.0%
Vadnais Heights, MN
2024 average cost:$2,607/mo
2023 average cost:$2,294/mo
Percent change:+13.6%
Minnesota
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 Vadnais Heights

Recent reviews for independent living in Vadnais Heights

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

Diverse social calendar. Residents at various communities enjoy an active social lifestyle with a wide range of activities and events, including movie nights, game nights, outings, and religious services. For instance, at Polar Ridge Senior Living, there are game nights, Mass offered, and presentation sessions with sn ...
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Friendly and helpful staff. Staff members at multiple communities are described as friendly, helpful, and caring by residents and their families. For example, at The Waters of White Bear Lake, the staff communication with families is great. The staff at The Lodge at White Bear, A Sky Active Living Community are appreci ...
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Nutritious meal options. Quality food is a significant factor in overall satisfaction at several communities. Residents at RosePointe I appreciate the nutritious meals and the variety of options at the dining room and bistro. Other communities, like New Perspective of Oakdale, offer meal plans and excellent food wit ...
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Independent living with assistance when needed. Communities like RosePointe I, Polar Ridge Senior Living, and New Perspective of Oakdale offer independent living with the flexibility to ask for assistance when required. Residents can choose to participate in activities, dining options, and social events while maintaining their privacy a ...
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Clean and well-maintained facilities. The cleanliness and upkeep of common areas and living spaces are a priority at various communities. At The Waters of White Bear Lake, the facility is described as beautiful, with huge windows, spacious apartments, a clean and friendly atmosphere, and loads of things to do. Other communities, l ...
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Flexible housing options. Communities provide various housing options tailored to residents' needs. For instance, at RosePointe I, residents can choose from a variety of apartment sizes and layouts. At The Waters of White Bear Lake, the apartments are spacious, and they have a choice of menus and excellent dining ser ...
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Vadnais Heights independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Vadnais Heights independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Vadnais Heights, 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 Vadnais Heights 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 Vadnais Heights 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
10.6%
20.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
25.5%
34.4%
No sugar
No sugar
14.2%
30.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
15.6%
33.6%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
13.5%
10.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Vadnais Heights 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 Vadnais Heights communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
22.7%
36.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
29.1%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
27%
37%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
3.5%
17.2%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Vadnais Heights 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 Vadnais Heights offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
31.2%
45.1%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
15.6%
28.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
19.9%
33%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
37.6%
47.5%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
37.6%
48.9%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
43.3%
54%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
25.5%
42.9%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
18.4%
38.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
29.1%
41.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
33.3%
47.1%
Live performances
Live performances
34.8%
46.8%
Dances
Dances
13.5%
33%
Fitness center
Fitness center
29.8%
39.5%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
29.8%
46.4%
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