Merrill Gardens at Rolling Hills Estates
Assisted Living, Independent Living & Memory Care · Rolling Hills Estates, CA

Merrill Gardens at Rolling Hills Estates

Assisted Living, Independent Living & Memory Care · Rolling Hills Estates, CA

Overview of Merrill Gardens at Rolling Hills Estates

Step into the extraordinary senior living community of Merrill Gardens at Rolling Hills Estates set in the peaceful Silver Spur Road, Rolling Hills offering assisted living, independent living, and memory care. Live in comfort and style with a wide array of snug and sophisticated residences of Merrill Gardens at Rolling Hills Estates. A kind and dedicated team aims to deliver top-tier care and assistance around the clock for seniors to flourish and experience a meaningful retirement.

Enjoy fun activities and exciting programs for leisure and wellness. With its serene spaces and incredible amenities, Merrill Gardens at Rolling Hills Estates strives to provide a safe place for seniors to enjoy their golden years. With flexible mealtimes, residents delight with tasty and healthy meals catering to dietary needs and preferences. Merrill Gardens at Rolling Hills Estates is a haven for seniors to spend their golden years in comfort and luxury.

Bed community size
150-bed community Rank #342 / 1644Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 342nd out of 1644 homes in California for bed count. Shows this facility's certified or reported bed count compared to other California facilities. Larger communities may offer more amenities, programs, and on-site services for residents and families.Facilities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings are based only on facilities in California that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
A larger shared setting that may offer more common spaces and organized community services.
Years in operation
5 years in operation Rank #996 / 1497Years in operation — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 996th out of 1497 homes in California for years in operation. Shows how long this facility has been in operation compared to other California facilities. Longer operating histories may benefit residents, families, and staff.Facilities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings are based only on facilities in California that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
An established community with some operational experience and growing routines.
Walk Score
Walk Score: 74 / 100 Rank #597 / 2087Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 597th out of 2087 homes in California for walk score. Shows how walkable this facility's neighborhood is compared to the average walk score across California facilities. Higher scores benefit residents, families, and staff.Facilities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings are based only on facilities in California that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Very walkable. Most errands can be accomplished on foot, and many essentials are within a short walk.

About this community

Occupancy

Occupancy rate
66%
Rank #1073 / 1492Occupancy rate — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 1073rd out of 1492 homes in California for occupancy. Shows this facility's occupancy rate versus the California average, with its Statewide rank out of 1492. Higher occupancy signals strong local demand and financial stability.Facilities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings are based only on facilities in California that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Lower than the Georgia average: 72.8%
Occupied beds
99 / 150
Average occupied beds in Georgia homes 88 beds

Awards

The Reputation 800 Award 2026
The Reputation 800 Award 2025
Seniorly 2025
Seniorly 2024
Great Place to Work 2024-2025

License Details

Facility TypeResidential Care Elderly
IssuanceOctober 8, 2020
CountyLos Angeles

Ownership & Operating Entity

Merrill Gardens at Rolling Hills Estates is legally operated by Shi-Iii Mg Dev, Gp Rolling Hills and Merrill Gardens, and administered by Tracey E Holder.

Safety & Compliance

Emergency SystemsResident call system.
Safety Features24-hour staffing.

Staffing & Medical

1 service
Licensed Nurses/CNAs

Additional Policies & Features

HousekeepingYes

Amenities & Lifestyle

Transportation Options
Anytime Dining
On-Site Maintenance
Weekly Housekeeping
Fitness Center
Pets Welcome
Wellness Program
Activities

Pricing & Financial Information

Starting Price$6,800 per month

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Inspection History

In California, the Department of Social Services (for assisted living facilities) and the Department of Public Health (for nursing homes) conduct inspections to ensure resident safety and regulatory compliance.

Inspection Score Info A composite 0–100 score combining this facility's inspections, citations, complaints, and enforcement actions relative to the California state average. The score below shows how many points this facility sits above or below the typical California assisted living residence score (the benchmark); higher is better.This is a proprietary Assisted Living Magazine score.

6 points above the California average for assisted living residences (81/100)

Rank #568 / 1400 in California Inspection Score — State benchmarked This home is ranked 568th out of 1400 homes in California for inspection score. Shows this facility's inspection score compared to the California average among 1400 comparable communities in the ranking pool. Facilities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings are based only on facilities in California that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking. This is a proprietary Assisted Living Magazine score. Inspection score: 87 out of 100. Letter grade B+. 6 points above the California average for assisted living residences (81/100)

Inspection Scorecard Info This scorecard compares key inspection, citation, and complaint metrics at this facility against the California state average. Metrics rated ≥15% worse than average are highlighted in red; those ≥15% better are highlighted in green.

Since 2021 vs. California state average
Overall vs. CA average 2 Worse Metrics worse than California average:
• Total visits (31% above)
• Official inspections (25% above)
1 At Avg Metrics at California average:
• Moderate citations (Type B) (at CA avg)
6 Better Metrics better than California average:
• Total citations (60% below)
• Serious citations (Type A) (100% below)
• Citations per inspection (94% below)
• Complaint visits (8% below)
• Other visits (43% below)
• Complaint investigations (20% below)

Citations Info Citations are formal regulatory issues recorded during state inspections.

This FacilityCA Averagevs. CA Avg
Total citations Info Formal regulatory issues recorded by inspectors across all inspection types. 410 This facility has 60% fewer total citations than a typical California assisted living residence (4 vs. CA avg 10).↓ 60% better
Serious citations (Type A) Info Citations that pose an immediate risk to resident health or safety. Type A citations are the most serious and typically require prompt corrective action. 03 This facility has 100% fewer serious citations (type a) than a typical California assisted living residence (0 vs. CA avg 3).↓ 100% better Rank #1 / 1159 Serious citations (Type A) — State benchmarked This home is ranked 1st out of 1159 homes in California for # of serious citations. Shows this facility's # of serious citations compared to the California average among 1159 comparable communities in the ranking pool. Facilities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings are based only on facilities in California that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.
Moderate citations (Type B) Info Citations that do not pose an immediate risk but still represent a departure from required care or operational standards. 44 This facility has moderate citations (type b) in line with the California average (4 vs. CA avg 4).— At avg
Citations per inspection Info Average citations per inspection. 0.23.3 This facility has 94% fewer citations per inspection than a typical California assisted living residence (0.2 vs. CA avg 3.3).↓ 94% better

Inspections & Visits Info State inspections evaluate whether the facility meets health and safety standards.

This FacilityCA Averagevs. CA Avg
Total visits Info Combined count of complaint visits, other regulatory visits, and official scheduled inspections. 2116 This facility has 31% more total visits than a typical California assisted living residence (21 vs. CA avg 16).↑ 31% worse
Complaint visits Info On-site visits triggered by formal complaints filed by residents, families, or staff. 1213 This facility has 8% fewer complaint visits than a typical California assisted living residence (12 vs. CA avg 13).↓ 8% better Rank #918 / 1386 Complaint visits — State benchmarked This home is ranked 918th out of 1386 homes in California for # of complaint visits. Shows this facility's # of complaint visits compared to the California average among 1386 comparable communities in the ranking pool. Facilities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings are based only on facilities in California that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.
Other visits Info Regulatory visits that are neither routine inspections nor complaint investigations — administrative check-ins, follow-up reviews, licensing-related visits. 47 This facility has 43% fewer other visits than a typical California assisted living residence (4 vs. CA avg 7).↓ 43% better
Official inspections Info Routine, scheduled inspections conducted by state regulators to evaluate whether the facility meets federal and state standards. 54 This facility has 25% more official inspections than a typical California assisted living residence (5 vs. CA avg 4).↑ 25% worse
Complaint investigations Info On-site investigations triggered by complaints filed with California regulators. 810 This facility has 20% fewer complaint investigations than a typical California assisted living residence (8 vs. CA avg 10).↓ 20% better

Inspection Reports Summary Info An editor-reviewed summary of the themes and findings across this facility's recent inspection reports.

  • The most recent inspection on February 25, 2026 substantiated one medication error deficiency, with staff retrained and a plan of correction submitted.
  • The facility had a prior substantiated deficiency for serving cold food for all three meals in multiple 2023 investigations, but the heating lamp was repaired.
  • Annual inspections from September 14, 2024 through October 22, 2025 found no deficiencies, with clean, sanitary conditions and proper infection control documented.

What does this home offer?

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Room Sizes: 351-419 / 435-475 / 605-915 / 1005-1185 sq. ft

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Housing Options: Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed

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Building Type: Mid-rise

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Address 2.3 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from Rolling Hills Estates's city center to Merrill Gardens at Rolling Hills Estates's address, calculated via Google Maps. — 3.15 miles to nearest hospital (Torrance Memorial Medical Center)

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Frequently Asked Questions about Merrill Gardens at Rolling Hills Estates

Who is the owner of Merrill Gardens at Rolling Hills Estates?

Merrill Gardens at Rolling Hills Estates is legally operated by Shi-Iii Mg Dev, Gp Rolling Hills and Merrill Gardens, and administered by Tracey E Holder.

Is Merrill Gardens at Rolling Hills Estates in a walkable area?

Merrill Gardens at Rolling Hills Estates has a walk score of 74. Very walkable. Most errands can be accomplished on foot, and many essentials are within a short walk.

What is the occupancy rate at Merrill Gardens at Rolling Hills Estates?

Merrill Gardens at Rolling Hills Estates's occupancy is 66%.

How long has Merrill Gardens at Rolling Hills Estates been in business?

Merrill Gardens at Rolling Hills Estates has been operating for approximately 5 years, based on available licensing and registration records.

Are pets allowed at Merrill Gardens at Rolling Hills Estates?

Yes, Merrill Gardens at Rolling Hills Estates allows residents to bring their pets.

Who is the administrator of Merrill Gardens at Rolling Hills Estates?

Tracey E Holder is the administrator of Merrill Gardens at Rolling Hills Estates.

How many beds does Merrill Gardens at Rolling Hills Estates have?

Merrill Gardens at Rolling Hills Estates has 150 beds.

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