Best Assisted Living in Albert Lea, Minnesota
8 communities found
MyLivingChoice lists 8 assisted living communities in Albert Lea. Families rate them 4.3 out of 5 on average, across 92 public reviews.
- 8communities
- 4.3average rating, 5 rated
- 92family reviews read
Oak Park Place Albert Lea
Albert Lea, Minnesota
4.9(51)
Assisted LivingMemory Care
Waters Edge Independent and Assisted Living
Albert Lea, Minnesota
4.5(20)
Assisted Living
Good Samaritan - Albert Lea - Bancroft Creek
Albert Lea, Minnesota
4.6(5)
Assisted LivingIndependent LivingSkilled Nursing / Long Term Care
Prairie Senior Cottages of Albert Lea
Albert Lea, Minnesota
4.3(6)
Assisted LivingIndependent Living
Brian's Elder Care Inc
Albert Lea, Minnesota
Assisted Living
Broadway Care Assisted Living Plus
Albert Lea, Minnesota
Assisted Living
Good Samaritan - Albert Lea - Hidden Creek
Albert Lea, Minnesota
Assisted LivingIndependent LivingSkilled Nursing / Long Term Care
Knutson Place Assisted Living
Albert Lea, Minnesota
3(10)
Assisted LivingIndependent Living
Best-rated assisted living in Albert Lea
Ranked by family rating, weighted by how many families have reviewed each one. No community pays to appear here.
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4.9 (51 reviews)· Assisted Living, Memory Care
Families describe Oak Park Place Albert Lea as a warm, well-run community where staff know residents personally and communication during move-in and ongoing care has been consistently positive. Reviewers highlight…
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Waters Edge Independent and Assisted Living
4.5 (20 reviews)· Assisted Living· 51 units
Waters Edge is a small assisted living community in Albert Lea, Minnesota, holding a strong 4.5 out of 5 rating from 20 Google reviews. No detailed review text or amenity information was provided, so specific strengths…
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Good Samaritan - Albert Lea - Bancroft Creek
4.6 (5 reviews)· Assisted Living, Independent Living, Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care
The handful of available reviews are brief but consistently positive, with families praising the campus and staff. Beyond these short comments, the community offers 24-hour skilled nursing support and a direct connection…
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Prairie Senior Cottages of Albert Lea
4.3 (6 reviews)· Assisted Living, Independent Living
Prairie Senior Cottages of Albert Lea has only a handful of Google reviews, giving mixed signals: two short reviews praise the caregiving, while one detailed review describes serious concerns about staff conduct, food…
- 5
3 (10 reviews)· Assisted Living, Independent Living
Reviews for Knutson Place are sharply divided: some families praise a caring, friendly staff and a fresh, welcoming facility with good food, while others report serious safety and care concerns. The community's overall…
What families say about assisted living in Albert Lea
Counted across the review summaries of 8 Albert Lea communities: the share whose families mention each theme.
Praised most
- Caring, attentive staff 50%
- Building and grounds 50%
- Medical and nursing care 38%
- Activities and social life 25%
- Cleanliness 25%
Concerns raised
- Cost and billing 63%
- Communication with families 50%
- Staff attitude 13%
- Staffing levels and turnover 13%
“I deliver here every week. All of the kitchen staff are the best, they have a smile, a hello, and a treat for me when I show up. The food always looks and smells awesome. Five stars”
“Some of the residents invite me to have lunch with them, and it is an honor to do that when I am able. Such a beautiful facility, staff seems friendly and the residents seem happy to be there to (which speaks volumes).”
Assisted Living in Albert Lea: the figures
- •Most common amenities: social activities (6), 24-hour staff (6), medication management (6), housekeeping (6), wheelchair accessible (6), emergency call system (6).
Assisted Living near Albert Lea
Cities within about 35 miles with senior living inventory, and how families rate it.
| City | Communities | RatingAverage rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Austin19.6 mi | 15 | 4.4 / 5 | 19.6 mi |
| Owatonna30.1 mi | 11 | 4.2 / 5 | 30.1 mi |
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About these figures
Computed on October 15, 2026 from the 8 communities listed in Albert Lea, 92 public family reviews on Google, Yelp and MyLivingChoice, state licensing records and, for nursing homes, CMS Care Compare. The best-rated list ranks communities by average family rating weighted by how many families have reviewed each one, so a 4.9 from three reviews does not outrank a 4.7 from two hundred. No community pays to appear in the best-rated list or in these figures; sponsored and partner listings in the directory results are marked as such. Figures refresh as listings and reviews change.
Reading on this
Guides from MyLivingChoice that families in Albert Lea ask about.
- Home Care in Minnesota: Agencies, Medicare Home Health Ratings, and What It Costs
- Nursing Home vs. Assisted Living: Which Level of Care Does Your Loved One Actually Need?
- Signs It Is Time to Move From Home Care to Assisted Living
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Assisted Living in Albert Lea: Common Questions
How many assisted living communities are in Albert Lea, Minnesota?
MyLivingChoice lists 8 assisted living communities in Albert Lea, Minnesota, each with photos, care details, and reviews from families.
Which assisted living communities in Albert Lea are rated highest?
Based on combined ratings across Google, Yelp, and MyLivingChoice reviews, top-rated options include Oak Park Place Albert Lea (4.9★, 51 ratings), Good Samaritan - Albert Lea - Bancroft Creek (4.6★, 5 ratings), Waters Edge Independent and Assisted Living (4.5★, 20 ratings).
What types of senior care are available in Albert Lea?
Beyond assisted living, Albert Lea has independent living (8 communities), skilled nursing / long term care (6 communities), home health (3 communities). Every option is listed with photos, reviews, and contact details.
How do families rate assisted living in Albert Lea?
Families rate Albert Lea assisted living communities 4.3 out of 5 on average, across 92 public Google reviews of local communities.
What do families praise, and complain about, in Albert Lea assisted living communities?
Across the review summaries of 8 Albert Lea communities, the most common praise is caring, attentive staff (mentioned for 50%), building and grounds (mentioned for 50%), medical and nursing care (mentioned for 38%). The most common concerns are cost and billing (63%), communication with families (50%), staff attitude (13%).
Prefer to stay home?
Home care agencies serving Albert Lea bring help to the house: daily living, companionship, and respite for family caregivers.
