Horizon House
Horizon House sits right in downtown Seattle, at 900 University Street, and the location does a lot of the talking. A Walk Score of 98 puts it about as close to a walker’s paradise as it gets. Most errands, appointments, and outings don’t require a car at all. The 90-bed high-rise offers independent living, assisted living, memory care, and respite care, all under one roof, with Brittany Hallett leading the community.
Occupancy sits at 73 percent, meaning 66 of the 90 beds are filled. Apartment layouts run from one-bedroom to two-bedroom to penthouse, so there’s some range depending on what a resident needs or can afford.
Health and wellness, arts and culture, civic engagement, creative endeavors, gardening, lifelong learning, philanthropy, dining and nutrition education, and exercise and movement are all named, structured tracks; rehabilitation services are available too. On the amenity side, residents get an aquatic center, a balance and mobility fitness program called BEAM, a massage studio, and acupuncture, plus everyday conveniences like valet parking, a concierge desk, and group transportation for outings. Pets are welcome, which matters for anyone not willing to leave a companion behind.
State inspections here have tended to center on fire-safety systems, emergency preparedness, staffing and staff credentials, and care planning and documentation, the same broad categories regulators watch across most licensed communities. Medicaid is accepted, giving families a coverage option to factor into long-term planning.
What emerges is a downtown high-rise built for residents who want walkability, a genuinely broad program calendar, and room to move between care levels without relocating, provided the tradeoffs of urban high-rise living fit what a family is looking for.
About this community
Occupancy
Staffing
Key information about the people who lead and staff this community.
Inspection History
In Washington, the Department of Social and Health Services, Residential Care Services conducts unannounced inspections and issues reports on the quality of care in all licensed settings.
Inspection Scorecard
This scorecard compares key inspection, deficiency, and complaint metrics at this facility against the Washington state average. Metrics rated ≥15% worse than average are highlighted in red; those ≥15% better are highlighted in green.
Since 2023 vs. Washington state average• Deficiencies per inspection (18% above) 1 Better Metrics better than Washington average:
• Total deficiencies (23% below)
Deficiencies
| This Facility | WA Average | vs. WA Avg |
|---|---|---|---|
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Total deficiencies
| 24 | 31 | This facility has 23% fewer total deficiencies than a typical Washington assisted living residence (24 vs. WA avg 31).↓ 23% better |
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Deficiencies per inspection
| 4 | 3.4 | This facility has 18% more deficiencies per inspection than a typical Washington assisted living residence (4 vs. WA avg 3.4).↑ 18% worse |
Inspections
| This Facility | WA Average | vs. WA Avg |
|---|---|---|---|
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Total inspections
| 6 | 9 | This facility has had 33% fewer total inspections than the Washington average (6 vs. WA avg 9). More inspections can mean more regulatory scrutiny rather than worse care.↓ 33% fewer |
Inspection Reports Summary
An editor-reviewed summary of the themes and findings across this facility's recent inspection reports.
- The May 20, 2025 fire safety inspection found previous violations corrected and ongoing upgrades to the wet system, with only two remaining deficiencies related to fire damper inspection and memory care fire doors.
- The February 20, 2025 complaint investigation confirmed failure to correct fire and life safety violations from multiple prior inspections, including extinguishing system service and missing fire/smoke damper documentation.
- The December 16, 2024 complaint investigation substantiated expired staff credentials placing 63 residents at risk, while aggressive speech by staff was found but caused no resident harm.
What does this home offer?
Pets Allowed
Housing Options: 1 Bed / 2 Bed / Penthouse
Building Type: High-rise
Transportation Services
Fitness and Recreation
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0.5 miles from city center
Estimated distance in miles from Seattle's city center to Horizon House's address, calculated via Google Maps.
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| Horizon House | AL IL MC RC | Seattle (Downtown Seattle) | 90
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90
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81
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98
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98
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51
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#1 / 282 | 19
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Financial Assistance for
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Horizon House is located in Seattle, Washington State.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Horizon House
What neighborhood is Horizon House in?
Horizon House is in the Downtown Seattle neighborhood of Seattle.
Is Horizon House in a walkable area?
Horizon House has a walk score of 98. Walker's paradise. Daily errands do not require a car, with many shops and services nearby.
What is the license number of Horizon House?
According to WA state health department records, Horizon House's license number is 212.
When does Horizon House's license expire?
According to WA state health department records, Horizon House's license expires on August 31, 2026.
What is the occupancy rate at Horizon House?
Horizon House's occupancy is 73%.
Are pets allowed at Horizon House?
Yes, Horizon House allows residents to bring their pets.
How many beds does Horizon House have?
Horizon House has 90 beds.
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