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Independent Living near Edina, Minnesota
Vernon Terrace of Edina
5250 Vernon Ave S, Edina, MN 55436
Vernon Terrace offers beautiful Senior Apartment Living in the heart of Edina, MN. We are conveniently located just blocks from major freeways, shopping, and medical facilities. We have a number of amenities, including free van service to shopping, medical appointments and weekly outings. Free...
Avidor Edina, 55+ Active Adult Apartment Homes
5220 Eden Avenue, Edina, MN 55436
The Waters of Edina
6300 Colonial Way, Edina, MN 55436
Set in a serene wooded landscape with a pond, and adjacent to Colonial Church, The Waters of Edina features walking paths nestled amidst water features and mature evergreens. Inside, the warm glow of fireplaces and beautifully appointed interior spaces promote wellbeing, socializing and a sense...
Yorktown Continental
7151 York Avenue, Edina, MN 55435
The Yorktown Continental Apartments is a 12-story building of 263 one bedroom apartments for independent seniors. We are within walking distance to the Galleria, Southdale Mall, Target, CVS, Walgreens, Cub Foods, Byerly's, YMCA, lots of entertainment and The Hennepin County Library Government...
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Village Shores
6501 Woodlake Drive, Richfield, MN 55423
Village Shores Senior Community is located in Richfield, Minnesota’s thriving urban center. Located in the Lakes of Lyndale District, Village Shores is surrounded by Wood Lake and Richfield Lake which offer walking trails and green spaces for residents. In addition, the location offers many...
Brookdale Edina
3330 Edinborough Way, Edina, MN 55435
It's time to start enjoying the carefree lifestyle you deserve and when you come home to our luxurious, unique community, with its towering 18 stories and stunning views of downtown Minneapolis, you’ll see that each day opens up a whole realm of possibilities. Our continuing care community...
The Pines Senior & Assisted Community
400 W 67th St, Minneapolis, MN 55423
The Pines is a beautiful site nestled into the heart of Richfield. Around the corner from picturesque Wood Lake, The Pines is situated in a residential neighborhood less than a block from the hub of activity. This cozy retreat is the perfect home for those who are ready to let go of worries and...
Knollwood Place Apartments
3630 Phillips Pkwy, St. Louis Park, MN 55426
Located in the St. Luis Park of Minneapolis, Minnesota, Knollwood Place Apartments is part of the impressive Ackerberg Family Sholom West Campus facilities. We are proud to be well known for our exceptional senior living facilities and senior care services. This special location has 153...
Augustana Chapel View Apartments
605 Minnetonka Mills Rd, Hopkins, MN 55343
Our Mission is to foster fullness of life for the older adult and other people in need through the provision of housing and health care in a Christian environment. Augustana Care Corporation offers four independent living/with services and assisted living communities with a Christian Focus:...
The Glenn Hopkins
1011 Feltl Court, Hopkins, MN 55343
OverviewThe Glenn Hopkins (formerly St. Therese Southwest) has been providing exceptional service to the senior community for 30 years beginning in 1988. Our caring staff have a combined experience level of over 50 years in the senior care service industry. Many of our staff have extensive...
Friendship Village of Bloomington a CCRC
8100 Highwood Dr, Bloomington, MN 55438
The Friendship Village of Bloomington is an assisted living community located in the serene area of Bloomington, Hennepin County, Minnesota. The scenic community is surrounded by independent living apartments; a peaceful and calm neighborhood assuring residents of security within the community...
The Kenwood
825 Summit Ave, Minneapolis, MN 55403
The Kenwood Retirement Community, right in the heart of beautiful Minneapolis, brings Independent and Assisted Living to a new high. Here, seniors experience an active, carefree life in a luxurious but affordable environment. With 12 different floor plans to choose from, all offering unique and...
Avidor Minnetonka, 55+ Active Adult Apartment Homes
12610 Ridgedale Drive, Hopkins, MN 55305
Waters of Eden Prairie
431 Prairie Center Dr, Eden Prairie, MN 55344
Set on a serene nature preserve overlooking a pond with a walking path, The Waters of Eden Prairie provides a tranquil hideaway — across from the Eden Prairie Mall and near other area attractions.Eden Prairie is located just southwest of the Minneapolis-St. Paul metro area, and has been...
Augustana Apartments of Minneapolis
1510 11th Ave S, Minneapolis, MN 55404
Our Mission is to foster fullness of life for the older adult and other people in need through the provision of housing and health care in a Christian environment. Augustana Apartments, located conveniently close to downtown Minneapolis offers spacious apartments with fabulous views of the...
Summit Place Senior Campus
8501 Flying Cloud Drive, Eden Prairie, MN 55344
Summit Place is Retirement living like no other. We offer beautiful Town Homes, Independent & Assisted Living apartment homes and Reflections suites/apartments for those with Memory Loss. What sets this retirement community apart is its commitment to health, fitness and lifelong...
Flourish Senior Living
9000 Golden Valley Rd., Golden Valley, MN 55427
Home isn’t just a place you live. It’s also a feeling that lives in you. At Flourish Senior Living in Golden Valley, MN, we work hard to bring that feeling out in all we do. From our straight-forward services and easy-to-understand pricing to our wealth of inviting on-site amenities, we provide...
Abiitan Mill City
428 S 2nd St, Minneapolis, MN 55401
Opened in 2017, Abiitan Mill City offers one-of-a-kind 55+ sophisticated senior living in the Mill City neighborhood of Minneapolis. We are proud to be an Ecumen community with more than 150 years of experience. We offer independent living, assisted living and memory care in the heart of the...
RidgePointe
12600 & 12800 Marion Lane West, Minnetonka, MN 55305
RidgePointe is an active, independent, senior community for residents 62 or better, conveniently located in Minnetonka. Our inviting atmosphere and countless social opportunities allow you to enjoy as much activity as you wish. We are proud to offer a comprehensive amenities package, including...
The Waters of Plymouth
11305 Highway 55, Plymouth, MN 55441
The Waters of Plymouth, a relatively new impressively beautiful community, is located in Plymouth, Hennepin County, Minnesota. Plymouth provides opportunities for residents and guests to get out and enjoy natural and cultural attractions. Those visiting Plymouth will enjoy discovering the French...
Learn More About Independent Living in Edina, MN
Consistently voted one of Minnesota’s top places to live, Edina offers something for everyone at a quiet suburban pace. The city is filled with lots of parks and great shopping and dining options — all just a short bus ride away from the cultural amenities of downtown Minneapolis.
Independent living communities — also known simply as retirement communities — in Edina are geared towards seniors who are able to live on their own, without daily assistance, and prefer to live among people their age. This usually means residents are self-sufficient and do not require hands-on care. Think of Edina retirement communities as age-restricted (typically 55+) complexes, which provide organized activities, meal services, and transportation.
Cost of Independent Living in Edina, MN
In 2019, the median monthly cost of independent living in Edina was about $3,300 in the city proper, $2,000 within the metropolitan area, and $2,100 in the state of Minnesota.
Learn More About Edina, MN
Cost of Living
The cost of living in Edina is considered to be more expensive than the average U.S. city. The total household expenses are rated nearly 10 points higher than the national average, however the city enjoys low food and beverage costs.
Index Scores
All index scores are based on a scale that has the national average set at 100. A score of 200 indicates that the cost is twice as expensive as the national average, while a score of 50 indicates that the cost is half as expensive.
Income and Housing
Local Hospitals
The top hospitals that service Edina include:
- Facility type: faith-based acute care
- Bed count: 330+
- Specialties: cardiovascular care, diagnostic imaging
Park Nicollet Methodist Hospital
- Facility type: nonprofit acute care
- Bed count: 340+
- Specialties: emergency services, diagnostic imaging, home health, intensive care
- Facility type: nonprofit acute care
- Bed count: 700+
- Specialties: diagnostic imaging, cardiovascular system, skilled nursing care
Weather and Climate
Edina’s climate is classified as warm summer continental, which means the city experiences four distinct seasons with a wide variation in seasonal temperature. The summers range from warm to hot and the winters tend to be very cold. The average humidity level is 67%, and humidity levels are often highest during December at about 77%.
Seasonal Temperatures
Air Quality
- Relative Air Quality Index: 74
This index is based on a scale that has the national average set at 100. A score of 200 indicates twice the presence of air pollutants than the national average, while a score of 50 indicates half the presence.
Precipitation
- Average annual precipitation: 29.4″
Demographics and Values
Population Statistics
Race & Ethnicity
These figures were taken from the most recent U.S. Census.
LGBTQ+ Inclusivity
These scores were taken from the 2019 Human Rights Campaign’s Municipal Equality Index.
- Non-discrimination laws in Minneapolis: 30/30
- Overall inclusivity: 100/100
2016 Presidential Election Results for Hennepin County
Arts, Culture, Entertainment, and Recreation
If shopping is your thing, then Edina is the place for you! Edina is home to America’s first fully enclosed shopping mall, the Southdale Center, as well as the upscale Galleria Mall. In addition, the 50th and France area offers a wide variety of shops and restaurants with all of the charm of a small town.
In the summer residents flock to Centennial Lakes Park, the crown jewel of the Edina Parks system, to enjoy mini golf and lawn games, as well as concerts and movies at the outdoor amphitheater. In the winter, residents lace up their skates and hit the ice. All year long, visitors can also enjoy the park’s paved pathways and the public art promenade.
Backing up its strong commitment to the Arts, the Edina Art Center offers classes in photography, pottery, painting, and drawing to residents of all ages. Edina also hosts two nationally recognized Art Fairs each year: the Edina Art Fair in June, and the Fall into the Arts Festival in September. Accommodating Edina’s vibrant senior community, the Senior Center in the Grandview Library, is a hub for fitness and arts classes, as well as game and social clubs.
Transportation
Getting around Edina is easy. The city has partnered with DARTS to provide the CloverRide circulator bus service to Edina residents and visitors. CloverRide is a reliable, continuous service providing accessible transportation from senior housing locations to amenities like grocery stores or retail and recreation spots.
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