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10 Best Independent Living Communities in Wayzata, MN

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Discover unique independent living amenities, social activities, dining, and more independent living benefits. With 94 independent living facilities in Wayzata, A Place for Mom makes it easier to find your new, maintenance-free home.

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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.
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.
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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 THE CAVANAGH SENIOR APARTMENTS!The Cavanagh is the area's brand new 55+ community. You'll immediately notice the exceptional design and first-class finishes. The apartments are spacious; the amenities include an in-home washer and dryer and a private balcony or patio. Plus, the...
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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.
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Cost of independent living in Wayzata, MN

The average cost of senior living in Wayzata is $3,142 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Loretto, MN with an average of $3,064 per month.

Independent living costs in Wayzata, MN, vs. nearby cities

Wayzata, MN
$3,142/mo
$3,186/mo
$3,205/mo

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

Wayzata, MN
$3,142/mo
U.S. national average
$4,016/mo

Independent living costs in Wayzata, MN, vs. other senior living options

$4,091/mo
Independent Living
$3,142/mo

Independent living costs in Wayzata, MN, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$3,454/mo
Studio
$4,253/mo
1 Bedroom
$3,581/mo
2 Bedroom
$3,859/mo

Senior living costs in Wayzata 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: Wayzata, MN
Column state: Minnesota
Column national: U.S.
Community typeWayzata, MNMinnesotaU.S.
Independent Living$3,142/mo$3,081/mo$4,016/mo
Assisted Living$4,438/mo$4,249/mo$4,557/mo
Memory Care$4,091/mo$4,022/mo$4,794/mo
Independent Living
Wayzata, MN:$3,142/mo
Minnesota:$3,081/mo
U.S.:$4,016/mo
Assisted Living
Wayzata, MN:$4,438/mo
Minnesota:$4,249/mo
U.S.:$4,557/mo
Memory Care
Wayzata, MN:$4,091/mo
Minnesota:$4,022/mo
U.S.:$4,794/mo
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Independent living costs in Wayzata, MN, over time

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

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Wayzata 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
Wayzata, MN$2,342/mo$2,403/mo-2.5%
Minnesota$2,732/mo$2,477/mo+10.3%
National$3,261/mo$3,166/mo+3.0%
Wayzata, MN
2024 average cost:$2,342/mo
2023 average cost:$2,403/mo
Percent change:-2.5%
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 Wayzata

Recent reviews for independent living in Wayzata

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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Wayzata independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Wayzata independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Wayzata, 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 Wayzata 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 Wayzata partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Wayzata, MNNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
11.3%
20.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
22.5%
34.1%
No sugar
No sugar
20%
31.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
21.3%
33.6%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
8.8%
8.1%
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Availability of select dining options in Wayzata 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 Wayzata communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Wayzata, MNNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
31.3%
36.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
37.5%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
30%
36.9%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
5%
17.4%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Wayzata 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 Wayzata offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
43.8%
45.3%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
17.5%
28.4%
Community service programs
Community service programs
22.5%
32.8%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
51.2%
49.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
50%
49.8%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
53.8%
54.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
38.8%
43.1%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
25%
37.7%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
36.3%
41.7%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
41.3%
47.5%
Live performances
Live performances
43.8%
47.3%
Dances
Dances
18.8%
32.6%
Fitness center
Fitness center
30%
39.8%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
41.3%
47%
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Frequently Asked Questions

RidgePointe Senior Living, Copperfield Hill and Sunrise of Minnetonka are the top-rated independent living facilities near Wayzata, Minnesota. See full list of communities.
There are 94 independent living facilities near Wayzata, Minnesota. See the full list.
The best independent living facilities near you in Wayzata, Minnesota are RosePointe I and Gable Pines. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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