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Enjoy being close to a variety of stores, entertainment options and all things University of Washington at Merrill Gardens at the University, a remarkable senior living community in Seattle, WA. The community offers independent living and assisted living with 123 studio, one, and two bedroom private apartments. Here, residents enjoy various services for their convenience, including concierge services, scheduled transportation, 24-hour support, weekly housekeeping, and restaurant-style dining.
Residents here are guaranteed an active and vibrant lifestyle with a dedicated Active Living Program Director overseeing a packed calendar of enriching activities and various wellness programs. The community features an array of amenities designed for residents’ comfort and welfare, including a library, movie theater, fitness area, wine bar, salon, and a piano. The meeting spaces, cozy living areas, refreshing patios and courtyard provides a relaxing space for socializing.
Similar to the Washington average: 72.5%Key information about the people who lead and staff this community.
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.
This scorecard compares key inspection, citation, 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.
Deficiencies
| This Facility | WA Average | vs. WA Avg |
|---|---|---|---|
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Total deficiencies
Formal regulatory issues recorded by inspectors across all inspection types.
| 27 | 31 | This facility has 13% fewer total deficiencies than a typical Washington assisted living residence (27 vs. WA avg 31).↓ 13% better |
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Deficiencies per year
Average deficiencies per year since 2023.
| 9 | 10.3 | This facility has 13% fewer deficiencies per year than a typical Washington assisted living residence (9 vs. WA avg 10.3).↓ 13% better |
An editor-reviewed summary of the themes and findings across this facility's recent inspection reports.
Pets Allowed
Room Sizes: 525 / 770 / 930 sq. ft
Housing Options: Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Building Type: 3-story
Transportation Services
Fitness and Recreation
5.4 miles from city center
Estimated distance in miles from Seattle's city center to Merrill Gardens at The University's address, calculated via Google Maps.
— 0.95 miles to nearest hospital (Seattle Children's Heart Center)
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Merrill Gardens at The University is located in Seattle, Washington.
Here are the financial assistance programs available to residents in Washington.
The information below is reported by the Washington Department of Social and Health Services, Residential Care Services.
| Cogir of Queen Anne |
AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.
IL Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support. | Seattle (Uptown) | 115
Facility
115
WA AVG
81
Rank
#60 / 366 | Yes |
93
Facility
93
WA AVG
51
Rank
#24 / 628 | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed |
100.0%
Facility
100.0%
WA AVG
74.4%
Rank
#1 / 285 | 12 | 5
Facility
5
WA AVG
8
Rank
#245 / 284 | 68
Facility
68
WA AVG
31
Rank
#263 / 284 | 5.7
Facility
5.7
WA AVG
3.4
Rank
#213 / 284 |
| Truewood by Merrill, First Hill |
AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.
IL Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support.
MC Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk. | Seattle (Downtown Seattle) | 75
Facility
75
WA AVG
81
Rank
#191 / 366 | Yes |
99
Facility
99
WA AVG
51
Rank
#1 / 628 | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed |
45.3%
Facility
45.3%
WA AVG
74.4%
Rank
#268 / 285 | 4 | 1
Facility
1
WA AVG
8
Rank
#119 / 284 | 16
Facility
16
WA AVG
31
Rank
#87 / 284 | 4.0
Facility
4.0
WA AVG
3.4
Rank
#131 / 284 |
| Brookdale West Seattle |
NH Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).
AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.
IL Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support. | Seattle (Fairmount Park) | 60
Facility
60
WA AVG
81
Rank
#246 / 366 | Yes |
87
Facility
87
WA AVG
51
Rank
#54 / 628 | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed |
58.3%
Facility
58.3%
WA AVG
74.4%
Rank
#245 / 285 | 6 | 0
Facility
0
WA AVG
8
Rank
#1 / 284 | 44
Facility
44
WA AVG
31
Rank
#218 / 284 | 7.3
Facility
7.3
WA AVG
3.4
Rank
#253 / 284 |
| Merrill Gardens at Ballard |
AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.
IL Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support.
MC Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk. | Seattle (Adams) | 50
Facility
50
WA AVG
81
Rank
#293 / 366 | Yes |
97
Facility
97
WA AVG
51
Rank
#12 / 628 | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed | - | 3 | 0
Facility
0
WA AVG
8
Rank
#1 / 284 | 14
Facility
14
WA AVG
31
Rank
#77 / 284 | 4.7
Facility
4.7
WA AVG
3.4
Rank
#167 / 284 |
| Merrill Gardens at The University |
AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.
IL Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support. | Seattle (University District) | 45
Facility
45
WA AVG
81
Rank
#313 / 366 | Yes |
88
Facility
88
WA AVG
51
Rank
#49 / 628 | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed |
73.3%
Facility
73.3%
WA AVG
74.4%
Rank
#159 / 285 | 5 | 0
Facility
0
WA AVG
8
Rank
#1 / 284 | 27
Facility
27
WA AVG
31
Rank
#155 / 284 | 5.4
Facility
5.4
WA AVG
3.4
Rank
#209 / 284 |
Merrill Gardens at The University is in the University District neighborhood of Seattle.
Merrill Gardens at The University has a walk score of 88. Very walkable. Most errands can be accomplished on foot, and many essentials are within a short walk.
According to WA state health department records, Merrill Gardens at The University's license number is 2588.
According to WA state health department records, Merrill Gardens at The University's license expires on August 31, 2026.
Merrill Gardens at The University's occupancy is 73%.
Merrill Gardens at The University has 45 beds.
Yes — there are 4 photos of Merrill Gardens at The University in the photo gallery on this page.
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