Calvary Center Cooperative in Golden Valley, Minneapolis, is a senior living community set up for those aged 55 and older, where residents own their units and live in a building with eleven floors and 118 homes. This place sits in the 55427 neighborhood, with Robbinsdale Armstrong Senior High School, Sandburg Middle School, and Neill Elementary School nearby, so there's a school presence in the area, though not much public transit as the transit score sits at 23 out of 100, which means you'll see more cars than buses here, and walking is somewhat doable, with a walk score of 68, so some errands are easier on foot. The cooperative offers choices in home size, with 1-bedroom, 2-bedroom, and 3-bedroom floor plans ranging from about 609 to 1,503 square feet, including specific units like Unit 501, Unit 611, and Units 706 & 709 that sometimes come up for sale or rent through real estate companies including RE/MAX and Keller Williams, among others.
Ebenezer professionally manages the building, which keeps things clean and working, and there's a Resident Services Coordinator on-site as well as property caretakers available 24/7, offering a little peace of mind if something needs fixing or if extra help is needed. The building is set up with a courtyard and mature landscaping, plus common areas like a community suite with a kitchen, rooftop patio, greenhouse, and a Skyline Room where you can look out over downtown Minneapolis, perfect for folks that like a good view or a spot for gatherings. The facility aims for comfort and connection, and you find regular community events, from parades and tree planting with the Mayor, to fitness classes, craft activities, movies, bingo, gardening, and woodworking, with a focus on keeping everyone involved and active.
If amenities are a concern, there are more than a few: a barber shop, a beauty salon, laundry in the building, underground parking for $45 a month, Wi-Fi, carwash, grocery and prescription delivery, guest rooms, community room, dining room, exercise room, woodshop, billiard and game rooms, library, and a craft room. The building is smoke-free and designed for senior comfort, with both independent living and support for those needing assisted living, memory care, or even nursing home services, so as needs change, the cooperative offers help where needed. Residents can age in place, and take part in programs for health, entertainment, technology, transportation, and legal or financial resources. The place neighbors Calvary Center Church and Apartments but operates on its own, although it shares some programs with the wider community. Cooperative ownership means residents are active in decisions and community life, and the atmosphere is relaxed, friendly, and intended for those who want a balance of privacy and social opportunities all under one roof.
