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10 Best Independent Living Communities in Wright County, MN

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The cost of independent living in Wright County is about $3,129 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 10 options. Read 19 reviews, see photos, and learn about amenities that make independent living the ideal next step for adults 55+ who wish to enjoy friendships and hobbies without the hassle of cooking and home maintenance.

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Wright County Independent Living Facilities | 19 Reviews

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Last Updated: 11/22/25
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Photo of Havenwood of Buffalo
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Knowledgeable and helpful staff and a plethora of hosted activities inside the building and out. Whole place feels alive no matter where you are. Nice, bright dining room with an everyday menu and rotating...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
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.
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The staff are caring and very supportive of my family member. During COVID they started OVER charging for extra items. they charged us $25 dollars just to get my family member a cup of water. Also if they...
Provides: Assisted 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.
What is assisted living at Lake Ridge? A carefree, active senior lifestyle enhanced with the personal care and health care you need to maintain your independence. You’ll enjoy a private apartment ready for you to furnish as you wish and decorate to make it home. Housekeeping and laundry are done...
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I think they are doing a good job. Any issues we are having are more with my loved one than the facility itself. Cottagewood is a great place. The staff is friendly. Another really good thing is they have...
Provides: Assisted 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.
Cottagewood Senior Community is an assisted living community located in the quiet town of Buffalo, MN. We have grounds that are professionally kept, and a huge fountain that greets everyone as they enter our facility. Buffalo is a small town with the kind of charm that visiting relatives will...
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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
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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.
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Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
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.
Provides: Senior Apartments
Care types provided by this community
Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
One-level living in a lovely setting built for seniors and disabled persons. Controlled access entry, cozy community room, beautiful outside gardens, picnic and playground, plus a convenient parking lot with plug-ins for cold winter days.
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
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.
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.
Provides: Assisted 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.
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Cost of independent living in Wright County, MN

The average cost of senior living in Wright County is $3,129 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Clearwater, MN with an average of $2,354 per month.

Independent living costs in Wright County, MN, vs. nearby counties

Wright County, MN
$3,129/mo
$3,249/mo

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

Wright County, MN
$3,129/mo
U.S. national average
$4,157/mo

Independent living costs in Wright County, MN, vs. other senior living options

$3,919/mo
Independent Living
$3,129/mo

Independent living costs in Wright County, MN, by floor plan type

Studio
$5,345/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,245/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,345/mo

Senior living costs in Wright County 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: Wright County, MN
Column state: Minnesota
Column national: U.S.
Community typeWright County, MNMinnesotaU.S.
Independent Living$3,129/mo$3,141/mo$4,157/mo
Assisted Living$3,926/mo$4,272/mo$4,707/mo
Memory Care$3,919/mo$4,063/mo$4,941/mo
Independent Living
Wright County, MN:$3,129/mo
Minnesota:$3,141/mo
U.S.:$4,157/mo
Assisted Living
Wright County, MN:$3,926/mo
Minnesota:$4,272/mo
U.S.:$4,707/mo
Memory Care
Wright County, MN:$3,919/mo
Minnesota:$4,063/mo
U.S.:$4,941/mo
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What families are saying about independent living in Wright County

Recent reviews for independent living in Wright County

New Perspective Waconia

5.0
We toured this community. And we fell in love . It had everything mom needed. The food is always being raved by my mother. The caregivers here are great and helpful. It is alway clean and tidy. She enjoys the activities like bingo and rosary they even have a bus that will take them to walgreens ...
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The Sanctuary at St. Cloud in Saint Cloud, MN

5.0
Kind and friendly staff. Family and children are always welcome. Being in a carefree, safe envrionment. New, clean rooms and community spaces. Chef [name removed] wonderful cuisine. variety of creative activities., The other residents are full of fun and laughs.

Willows Landing in Monticello, MN

4.1
Overall it has been a good experience. It has taken my loved one a long time to adjust, and she's still working on that. But mostly it has been positive. She's meeting new people and getting out a little bit more, which has been wonderful for her. The apartment is nice. It has great light, ...
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Wright County independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Wright County independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Wright County, 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 Wright County 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 Wright County partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Wright County, MNNational
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
11.1%
34.4%
No sugar
No sugar
11.1%
30.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
11.1%
33.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Wright County 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 Wright County communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Wright County, MNNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
22.2%
36.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
22.2%
43.4%
Room service
Room service
11.1%
36.9%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Wright County 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 Wright County offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
22.2%
45.1%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
11.1%
28.3%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
33.3%
47.5%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
33.3%
48.8%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
44.4%
54%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
33.3%
42.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
22.2%
41.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
22.2%
47.1%
Live performances
Live performances
33.3%
46.7%
Fitness center
Fitness center
11.1%
39.4%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
33.3%
46.4%
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