Heritage Place

    21255 John Milless Drive, Rogers, MN, 55374
    4.0 · 24 reviews
    • Independent living
    AnonymousCurrent/former resident
    4.0

    Comfortable social community confirm safety

    I've lived here and overall I'm very happy - my bright, modern apartment is comfortable and clean, the grounds (beautiful patio and community garden) are well kept, and maintenance and staff are friendly and responsive. There are lots of social activities, wonderful neighbors, computer access, free basic cable and garage parking; it's independent living with several small but nice floor plans. Downsides: some units are small, amenities are limited, and there have been troubling incidents (bullying, management inaction and safety/health concerns) that you should ask about. If you want a social, independent senior community with helpful staff, this is a good fit - just confirm safety and management policies first.

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    4.04 · 24 reviews

    Overall rating

    1. 5
    2. 4
    3. 3
    4. 2
    5. 1
    • Care

      4.8
    • Staff

      4.3
    • Meals

      3.0
    • Amenities

      3.9
    • Value

      5.0

    Pros

    • Friendly, welcoming staff
    • Responsive, effective maintenance
    • Clean, well‑maintained building and apartments
    • Beautifully tended gardens and outdoor patio
    • Active, social community with many activities
    • Tight‑knit, supportive resident community
    • Pet‑friendly policy and community garden
    • Spacious, bright, modern apartment options
    • Variety of floor plans
    • Heated garage/covered parking available
    • Large community room with kitchen and hearth room/TV
    • Coffee chats, patio gatherings, and informal social groups
    • Free/complimentary offerings (basic cable, some therapy sessions)
    • Helpful, knowledgeable housing director
    • Quick move‑in availability reported
    • Independent‑living focus for self‑sufficient seniors
    • Clean common areas and detailed housekeeping standards
    • Computer access and basic amenities included
    • Meal‑assistance options nearby (Meal On Wheels, senior center connections)
    • Maintenance and staff described as going above and beyond

    Cons

    • Reports of resident bullying, rumors, and hostility
    • Management allegedly refused mediation or failed to address interpersonal conflicts
    • On‑site manager described as unhelpful in multiple complaints
    • Lease enforcement failures (policies not enforced consistently)
    • Health‑code violation reported (dog feces outside unit windows)
    • Property damage and parking area damage reported
    • Police report and theft incidents noted by reviewers
    • Security and safety concerns for some residents
    • Limited amenities compared with larger senior communities
    • Small apartment size reported by some reviewers
    • Exercise room limited to basic equipment
    • No meal service provided (independent living only)

    Summary review

    Overall sentiment in the reviews for Heritage Place is strongly mixed but leans positive on staff performance, physical upkeep, and community life while showing notable and recurring concerns about interpersonal conflict, management response, and security. A majority of reviewers emphasize friendliness and helpfulness of the staff and maintenance teams, frequent praise for cleanliness, and appreciation for the attractive outdoor spaces (patio and gardens). Multiple accounts describe bright, modern, and comfortable apartments, a variety of floor plans, and practical conveniences such as heated garage parking, community rooms (including a large room with a kitchen and a hearth room with a large TV), basic cable, computer access, and quick move‑in availability. Residents frequently highlight active social programming — coffee chats, bingo, patio gatherings, chair yoga, puzzles, cards, movies and more — and point to a tight‑knit, mutually supportive resident network that makes the place feel welcoming and neighborly.

    Facilities and amenities receive mixed but generally favorable comments. The property is repeatedly described as clean and well maintained; maintenance staff are praised for responsiveness and going above and beyond. Outdoor amenities (gardens and patio) are a clear strong point, and the presence of a community garden and pet‑friendly policy are important positives for many reviewers. The exercise room and other amenity spaces are functional but modest — reviewers note an exercise room with basic equipment and a limited set of common areas relative to larger senior living complexes. Dining is minimal by design: Heritage Place operates as independent living with no formal meal program on site, though reviewers note nearby or in‑community options such as Meal On Wheels and connections to the senior center for additional services.

    Staff and management impressions are predominantly positive but not uniform. Many reviewers single out specific staff members (including the housing director and maintenance personnel) as friendly, helpful and knowledgeable, and several accounts describe management accommodating moves and resident needs. However, a cluster of serious complaints contrasts sharply: multiple reviewers report incidents of bullying, rumors, and verbal hostility among residents. Those reviewers also state that management refused mediation or failed to act effectively to resolve interpersonal disputes. A small but significant number of comments allege lease‑enforcement failures and cite health‑code issues (one report of dog feces outside unit windows), parking area damage, theft, and even a police report. This creates an important pattern: while day‑to‑day operations, cleanliness and staff responsiveness earn high marks, there are documented lapses in conflict resolution, enforcement of community rules, and some security oversight.

    Who this community fits best: Heritage Place appears well suited to mobile, independent seniors who value cleanliness, a sociable resident population, active programming, and pleasant outdoor spaces. The independent‑living model and modest amenity package are appropriate for people who want autonomy and moderate communal offerings rather than full assisted‑living services or extensive on‑site amenities. Prospective residents who prioritize strong social life, friendly staff, quick maintenance response, and well‑kept grounds are likely to be pleased.

    Caveats and recommendations based on review patterns: prospective residents and families should explicitly inquire about complaint resolution and security policies during tours — ask how management handles interpersonal conflicts, what mediation options exist, how lease rules and pet policies are enforced, and for the facility’s incident history and responses. Inspect availability and condition of parking/garage spaces, confirm pet‑policy enforcement and sanitation procedures, and evaluate whether the modest exercise and amenity offerings meet your expectations. Because several reviewers reported serious interpersonal and safety concerns, meeting current residents and asking about the community culture and recent incidents will help determine whether Heritage Place’s strengths (cleanliness, staff responsiveness, active social life, and attractive grounds) outweigh the reported governance and security issues for your personal priorities.

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    About Heritage Place

    Heritage Place sits in Rogers, Minnesota at 21255 John Milless Drive and offers independent living and continuing care for seniors who want safety, comfort, and a friendly community. This modern, warm 55+ complex has 75 apartments and covers 64,726 square feet, with studio, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom layouts, including special floor plans called Chestnut and Oak. Some units have a den, one or two bathrooms, and sizes like 774 or 861 square feet, and there's a smoke-free policy indoors. Every apartment comes with air conditioning, a complete kitchen, step-in showers, and full-size washers and dryers, which help make day-to-day living easier. The community has billiard tables, a fireplace lounge, common rooms, a lending library, an activity room, a sunny exercise space, and social lounges on every floor. Outdoors, residents enjoy a garden for flowers and vegetables, a patio with umbrella tables, and easy places to gather. Heritage Place allows pets and offers plenty of activities onsite, plus a dining area where meals get served.

    Residents find a mix of care types here, from independent living and assisted living to memory support and skilled nursing. The staff provides daily health care and support, memory care for those with Alzheimer's or dementia, onsite homecare, and hospice as needed. There's 24-hour maintenance service and management on-site every day but Sunday to help with needs as they arise. People get complimentary transportation, friendly help from accessible staff, and structured programs for social and educational fun, aiming to keep everyone's lives active and healthy. Heritage Place has enforced smoke-free rules inside and focuses on safety with features like step-in showers and attentive care. Updates for new floorplans are regular, so residents can look for options that fit changing needs. The average community rating stands at 8.9 out of 10. Heritage Place stands out as a choice in the Suburban Twin Cities market, especially in the Champlin - Rogers area, where people want a blend of independence and help for a happy retirement.

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