Best Independent Living in Bloomington, Minnesota
11 communities found
Bloomington lists 11 independent living communities, all residential in scale, with an average rating of 4.5 drawn from 11 rated communities and 197 reviews read. Common amenities across these communities include gathering and activity spaces, social activities, housekeeping, wheelchair accessibility, and 24-hour staff.
- 11communities
- 4.5average rating, 11 rated
- 197family reviews read
Nine Mile Creek Senior Living
Bloomington, Minnesota
4.8(35)
Independent LivingMemory Care
Applewood Pointe of Bloomington at Valley West
Bloomington, Minnesota
4.8(13)
Independent Living
Applewood Pointe of Bloomington- Lyndale
Bloomington, Minnesota
4.8(13)
Independent Living
SummerHouse of Bloomington
Bloomington, Minnesota
4.8(10)
Independent Living
Ridgeview Terrace
Bloomington, Minnesota
4.8(6)
Independent Living
Applewood Pointe of Bloomington at Southtown
Bloomington, Minnesota
4.5(21)
Independent Living
Amira Bloomington
Bloomington, Minnesota
4.4(10)
Independent Living
Meadow Woods Assisted Living
Bloomington, Minnesota
4.3(24)
Assisted LivingIndependent Living
Oxboro Heights - 55+ Apartments
Bloomington, Minnesota
4.3(7)
Independent Living
Founders Ridge
Bloomington, Minnesota
4.2(21)
Assisted LivingIndependent LivingSkilled Nursing / Long Term Care
Friendship Village Of Bloomington
BLOOMINGTON, Minnesota
4(37)
Independent LivingMemory CareSkilled Nursing / Long Term Care
Best-rated independent living in Bloomington
Ranked by family rating, weighted by how many families have reviewed each one. No community pays to appear here.
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4.8 (35 reviews)· Independent Living, Memory Care
Nine Mile Creek Senior Living offers independent living, assisted living, and memory care together, though no written family reviews describe specific experiences.
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Applewood Pointe of Bloomington- Lyndale
4.8 (13 reviews)· Independent Living
Applewood Pointe of Bloomington- Lyndale holds a 4.8-star average from 13 Google reviews, though no detailed comments describe specific experiences.
- 3
Applewood Pointe of Bloomington at Valley West
4.8 (13 reviews)· Independent Living
This 62+ cooperative community lets residents own their homes with maintenance support, holding a 4.8 Google rating from a small number of reviewers.
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4.8 (10 reviews)· Independent Living
SummerHouse of Bloomington holds a 4.8 out of 5 average from 10 Google reviews, without detailed review commentary available.
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4.8 (6 reviews)· Independent Living
Ridgeview Terrace holds a strong average Google rating from a small number of reviewers, with no detailed reviews or amenity information available.
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Applewood Pointe of Bloomington at Southtown
4.5 (21 reviews)· Independent Living
Applewood Pointe of Bloomington at Southtown holds a 4.5 out of 5 rating from 21 Google reviews, without detailed review commentary available.
- 7
4.4 (10 reviews)· Independent Living
Amira Bloomington holds a strong overall Google rating, though no specific review comments describe what families like or dislike.
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4.3 (24 reviews)· Assisted Living, Independent Living
Meadow Woods Assisted Living holds a 4.3 out of 5 rating from 24 Google reviewers, suggesting generally positive family experiences.
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Oxboro Heights - 55+ Apartments
4.3 (7 reviews)· Independent Living
Oxboro Heights, an independent living community for adults 55 and older, holds a 4.3-out-of-5 Google rating based on a small number of reviews.
- 10
4.2 (21 reviews)· Assisted Living, Independent Living, Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care
Founders Ridge offers independent living, assisted living, and skilled nursing care, holding a 4.2 out of 5 rating from 21 Google reviews.
What families say about independent living in Bloomington
Counted across the review summaries of 11 Bloomington communities: the share whose families mention each theme.
Families most often mention caring, attentive staff, food and dining, and building and grounds, each noted in 18% of the 11 communities, with memory care also appearing in 18% and activities and social life in 9%. Concerns center on communication with families and cost and billing, each cited in 73% of communities, while staff attitude and staffing levels and turnover each appear in 9%.
Praised most
- Caring, attentive staff 18%
- Food and dining 18%
- Building and grounds 18%
- Memory care 18%
- Activities and social life 9%
Concerns raised
- Communication with families 73%
- Cost and billing 73%
- Staff attitude 9%
- Staffing levels and turnover 9%
“9 Mile Creek is a wonderful place to live. My FIL lived there for about 8 months. They treated and took care of him like their own family. I highly reccomend this place.”
“I have lived here for almost five years. Such a blessing! I m convenient to groceries, restaurants, beautiful Bryant Park and so much more! The best things a discovered when I moved in were the very friendly residents and the wonderful variety of activities and participation opportunities.”
“For the time that my mother spent at Meadow Woods Asst Living I was satisfied with the service and care she received. Catholic and Lutheran services were held weekly.”
Independent Living in Bloomington: the figures
- •Most common amenities: gathering / activity spaces (11), social activities (11), housekeeping (10), wheelchair accessible (10), 24-hour staff (10), private rooms (9).
How families pay for independent living in Minnesota
Most Minnesota families start by paying privately, drawing on savings, retirement income, and often the proceeds from selling a home. Long-term care insurance, when a parent or spouse has a policy, can also help cover the monthly cost of assisted living, memory care, or independent living. Veterans and surviving spouses may qualify for VA Aid and Attendance, a benefit that adds a monthly payment on top of a regular VA pension for those who need help with daily activities. It is worth checking early, since VA claims can take time to process.
The full picture for the state: Independent Living in Minnesota. Prices by city and the programs that help: what senior living costs in Minnesota.
Independent Living near Bloomington
Cities within about 35 miles with senior living inventory, and how families rate it.
| City | Communities | RatingAverage rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Richfield2.8 mi | 17 | 4.4 / 5 | 2.8 mi |
| Edina4.2 mi | 29 | 4.4 / 5 | 4.2 mi |
| Burnsville5.7 mi | 38 | 4.3 / 5 | 5.7 mi |
| Eagan5.7 mi | 18 | 4.5 / 5 | 5.7 mi |
| Savage6.6 mi | 7 | 4.5 / 5 | 6.6 mi |
| Eden Prairie7.4 mi | 20 | 4.6 / 5 | 7.4 mi |
| Apple Valley8.3 mi | 16 | 4.2 / 5 | 8.3 mi |
| Hopkins8.5 mi | 18 | 4.2 / 5 | 8.5 mi |
All of Minnesota: Independent Living in Minnesota. Closer to home? Compare independent living near you, sorted by distance.
About these figures
Computed on October 10, 2026 from the 11 communities listed in Bloomington, 197 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; the written summary was last revised September 25, 2026.
Reading on this
Guides from MyLivingChoice that families in Bloomington ask about.
- Home Care in Minnesota: Agencies, Medicare Home Health Ratings, and What It Costs
- Complete Independent Living Moving Checklist For Stress-Free Senior Relocation
- How Independent Living Supports An Active Senior Lifestyle
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Independent Living in Bloomington: Common Questions
How many independent living communities are in Bloomington, Minnesota?
MyLivingChoice lists 11 independent living communities in Bloomington, Minnesota, each with photos, care details, and reviews from families.
Which independent living communities in Bloomington are rated highest?
Based on combined ratings across Google, Yelp, and MyLivingChoice reviews, top-rated options include Nine Mile Creek Senior Living (4.8★, 35 ratings), Applewood Pointe of Bloomington at Valley West (4.8★, 13 ratings), Applewood Pointe of Bloomington- Lyndale (4.8★, 13 ratings).
What types of senior care are available in Bloomington?
Beyond independent living, Bloomington has assisted living (11 communities), skilled nursing / long term care (6 communities), memory care (5 communities), home health (4 communities). Every option is listed with photos, reviews, and contact details.
How do families rate independent living in Bloomington?
Families rate Bloomington independent living communities 4.5 out of 5 on average, across 197 public Google reviews of local communities.
What do families praise, and complain about, in Bloomington independent living communities?
Across the review summaries of 11 Bloomington communities, the most common praise is caring, attentive staff (mentioned for 18%), food and dining (mentioned for 18%), building and grounds (mentioned for 18%). The most common concerns are communication with families (73%), cost and billing (73%), staff attitude (9%).
Prefer to stay home?
Home care agencies serving Bloomington bring help to the house: daily living, companionship, and respite for family caregivers.
