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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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Community is wonderful. Having a chapel on campus to visit and worship. All of the amenities on campus are great to have. We have a gift shop to browse. Everyone is so nice (staff and residents) and I feel...
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.
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Your lifestyle will flow with the serenity of the Mississippi River when you make your home at Cutters Grove Apartment Homes. Observe nature with the unsurpassed beauty of the trees, unruffled wildlife and acres of parkland as your neighbor. Fishing docks, picnic gazebos, walking trails,...
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Provides: Independent Living, Nursing Homes
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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.
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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My dad is doing really well at this place. He is in the memory care and they are attentive and understand him, doing a fine job with the care. The food is fine and dad thinks it has gotten better. My dad...
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.
Welcome to Prairie Lodge, an assisted living and memory care community located in Brooklyn Center.  We are located next door to the historic landmark Earle Brown Farm and within walking distance of a variety of shopping and dining options.   At Prairie Lodge our focus is on you, our...
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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.
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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.
Welcome to Loren on Park, an independent living community for people 55+ with a rich history of supporting continuing education and the arts. Located in the heart of the Historic Phillips neighborhood in revitalized Midtown Minneapolis, Loren on Park offers exciting living opportunities for...
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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.
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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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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
The Crossings at Brookwood is an elegant senior property with an exclusive list of amenities and available activities. As part of the Lang-Nelson family, The Crossings is able to provide its residents with a superior level of customer service. Call today to schedule a tour!
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1101 On Main is Catholic Eldercare's new independent living rental apartments that are designed with all the amenities that are usually only offered in a condominium-style building - only without association fees.  Located in Northeast Minneapolis, the historic charm of the...
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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.
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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.
Opened in 2017, Abiitan Mill City offers one-of-a-kind 55+ sophisticated senior living in the Mill City neighborhood of Minneapolis. Our newly constructed building offers independent living, enhanced assisted living and memory care. Abiitan residents enjoy a maintenance-free residence, premier...
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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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These ratings are based on the experience prior to COVID. I cautiously recommend this community, I would say to keep checking on your loved one. There have been times family members have visited my...
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.
Millers Landing is Situated along the Mississippi River, Millers Landing Senior Living is close to the Guthrie Theater, Stone Arch Bridge, restaurants, parks and walking paths. Immerse yourself in an environment with other individuals who share your passion for downtown Minneapolis and a taste of...
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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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Our Brand New Community is conveniently located in NE Minneapolis near shopping, dinning as well as social events. Close to downtown. The building is one year old. The people are very friendly. Close to area churches. Near bus line. Spacious 1 & 2 bedroom floor plans. Wheelchair accessible. Ample...
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Even at times with the staff members being understaffed they are extremely friendly. There are so many activities here you can really be as busy as you would like. They have different water aerobics classes...
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.
At Affinity at Ramsey we’ve created a new kind of 55+ lifestyle community for people who are ambitious about the years ahead and aren’t willing to compromise their freedom.Rents start at $1508, which includes everything: Water, Sewer, Trash, Gas, Electricity, Internet/WiFi and Direct TV Service!...
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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.
The 64-unit Lake Street Station senior apartments in Minneapolis, MN are located on the East Lake Street. The breathtaking housing is very close to the busy Hi-Lake Shopping Center. The independent living community occupying this paradise has immediate access to high- end retail, food, and...
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This quiet residential neighborhood offers beautiful woodland surroundings with mature trees and pleasant wildlife. Spacious floor plans, a washer and dryer in every unit and convenient tuck-under garages make Parkwood Heights an extremely popular place to live. Some units have been remodeled...
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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: 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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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Risor is a vibrant new community of rental apartments designed for those aged 55+ who are ready to celebrate the next adventure. Shed the obligations of homeownership and spend time with the hobbies and people that bring joy and meaning to your world. Our Bloomington location offers river bluff...
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Cost of independent living in Lester Prairie, MN

The average cost of senior living in Lester Prairie is $3,105 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Cokato, MN with an average of $2,475 per month.

Independent living costs in Lester Prairie, MN, vs. nearby cities

Lester Prairie, MN
$3,105/mo
$3,036/mo

Independent living costs in Lester Prairie, MN, vs. state and national averages

Lester Prairie, MN
$3,105/mo
U.S. national average
$4,017/mo

Independent living costs in Lester Prairie, MN, vs. other senior living options

$4,039/mo
Independent Living
$3,105/mo

Independent living costs in Lester Prairie, MN, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$3,827/mo
Studio
$4,520/mo
1 Bedroom
$3,364/mo
2 Bedroom
$3,637/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$2,030/mo

Senior living costs in Lester Prairie 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: Lester Prairie, MN
Column state: Minnesota
Column national: U.S.
Community typeLester Prairie, MNMinnesotaU.S.
Independent Living$3,105/mo$3,081/mo$4,017/mo
Assisted Living$4,358/mo$4,249/mo$4,557/mo
Memory Care$4,039/mo$4,022/mo$4,794/mo
Independent Living
Lester Prairie, MN:$3,105/mo
Minnesota:$3,081/mo
U.S.:$4,017/mo
Assisted Living
Lester Prairie, MN:$4,358/mo
Minnesota:$4,249/mo
U.S.:$4,557/mo
Memory Care
Lester Prairie, MN:$4,039/mo
Minnesota:$4,022/mo
U.S.:$4,794/mo
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Independent living costs in Lester Prairie, MN, over time

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

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Lester Prairie 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
Lester Prairie, MN$2,635/mo$2,457/mo+7.3%
Minnesota$2,717/mo$2,477/mo+9.7%
National$3,257/mo$3,166/mo+2.9%
Lester Prairie, MN
2024 average cost:$2,635/mo
2023 average cost:$2,457/mo
Percent change:+7.3%
Minnesota
2024 average cost:$2,717/mo
2023 average cost:$2,477/mo
Percent change:+9.7%
National
2024 average cost:$3,257/mo
2023 average cost:$3,166/mo
Percent change:+2.9%
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What families are saying about independent living in Lester Prairie

Recent reviews for independent living in Lester Prairie

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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Lester Prairie independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Lester Prairie independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Lester Prairie, 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 Lester Prairie 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 Lester Prairie 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
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20.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
22.8%
34.1%
No sugar
No sugar
17.4%
31.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
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Pureed meals
Pureed meals
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Availability of select dining options in Lester Prairie 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 Lester Prairie communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
22.5%
36.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
26.8%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
23%
36.9%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
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Availability of select programs and activities in Lester Prairie 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 Lester Prairie offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Lester Prairie, MNNational
Activity director
Activity director
33.8%
45.3%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
15.5%
28.4%
Community service programs
Community service programs
16.9%
32.8%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
40.8%
49.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
41.1%
49.8%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
44.6%
54.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
28.9%
43.1%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
18.1%
37.7%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
25.1%
41.7%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
34.3%
47.5%
Live performances
Live performances
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47.3%
Dances
Dances
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Fitness center
Fitness center
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39.8%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
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