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.
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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
| 4.0 | 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 |
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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Info below is compiled from the WA Dept. of Social & Health Services (DSHS), senior community websites & trusted data sources such as Walk Score & BBB.
Communities are listed from highest to lowest based on our ranking methodology.
Care Types in This Table
AL (Assisted Living):
Housing with help for daily activities like bathing, dressing, and medication, without 24-hour skilled nursing.
MC (Memory Care):
Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia.
RC (Respite Care):
Short-term temporary care that gives family caregivers a break.
IL (Independent Living):
Community living with dining, activities, and transportation for active seniors who need little personal care.
HOS (Hospice Care):
Comfort-focused care for those with a terminal illness, prioritizing quality of life over treatment.
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City and state of the facility. Used for mapping and state-average comparisons.
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Licensed bed capacity (maximum allowed). Not the same as how many beds are currently filled.
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Indicates whether residents are allowed to have pets in the facility.
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Third-party neighborhood walkability score (0–100). Convenience/context metric, not a healthcare quality measure.
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Description of bed or unit types offered (e.g. assisted living, memory care), as reported in state or facility disclosures.
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Reported or derived occupancy for the facility—typically how fully licensed capacity is utilized. Compare across peers in the same market.
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Better Business Bureau grade for the operating company. Reflects complaint handling and business practices, not clinical care quality.
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Count of regulatory inspections in the reporting window. Higher volume can reflect more oversight visits, complaint-driven surveys, or routine licensure cycles.
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Inspection events categorized as complaint-related by the state regulator.
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Total count of deficiencies (cited regulatory issues) recorded in the selected reporting period. Read alongside inspection counts for context.
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The average number of deficiencies this facility receives each time it's inspected, calculated as total deficiencies ÷ total inspections. A lower number suggests more consistent compliance with safety and care standards.
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| Murano Senior Living | AL IL MC | Seattle | 130
Facility
130
WA AVG
81
Rank
#28 / 356 | Yes |
98
Facility
98
WA AVG
51
Rank
#7 / 619 | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed |
60.0%
Facility
60.0%
WA AVG
75%
Rank
#228 / 276 | - | 5 | 3
Facility
3
WA AVG
8
Rank
#204 / 282 | 11
Facility
11
WA AVG
31
Rank
#54 / 279 | 2.2
Facility
2.2
WA AVG
3.4
Rank
#46 / 279 |
| Horizon House | AL IL MC RC | Seattle | 90
Facility
90
WA AVG
81
Rank
#127 / 356 | Yes |
98
Facility
98
WA AVG
51
Rank
#7 / 619 | 1 Bed / 2 Bed / Penthouse |
73.3%
Facility
73.3%
WA AVG
75%
Rank
#157 / 276 | - | 6 | 0
Facility
0
WA AVG
8
Rank
#1 / 282 | 24
Facility
24
WA AVG
31
Rank
#131 / 279 | 4.0
Facility
4.0
WA AVG
3.4
Rank
#127 / 279 |
| Aegis Living West Seattle | AL HOS MC RC | Seattle (North Admiral) | 84
Facility
84
WA AVG
81
Rank
#152 / 356 | Yes |
76
Facility
76
WA AVG
51
Rank
#107 / 619 | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed |
81.0%
Facility
81.0%
WA AVG
75%
Rank
#115 / 276 | F | 10 | 3
Facility
3
WA AVG
8
Rank
#204 / 282 | 41
Facility
41
WA AVG
31
Rank
#198 / 279 | 4.1
Facility
4.1
WA AVG
3.4
Rank
#137 / 279 |
| Empress Senior Living at Laurelhurst | AL MC | Seattle (Hawthorne Hills) | 73
Facility
73
WA AVG
81
Rank
#192 / 356 | Yes |
78
Facility
78
WA AVG
51
Rank
#90 / 619 | Studio / 1 Bed |
72.6%
Facility
72.6%
WA AVG
75%
Rank
#166 / 276 | - | 5 | 0
Facility
0
WA AVG
8
Rank
#1 / 282 | 19
Facility
19
WA AVG
31
Rank
#110 / 279 | 3.8
Facility
3.8
WA AVG
3.4
Rank
#124 / 279 |
| Quail Park Memory Care Residences of West Seattle | AL MC | Seattle (Junction) | 66
Facility
66
WA AVG
81
Rank
#212 / 356 | No |
97
Facility
97
WA AVG
51
Rank
#12 / 619 | 330 / 369 / 372 / 376 / 446 / 480 sq. ft |
86.4%
Facility
86.4%
WA AVG
75%
Rank
#67 / 276 | - | 7 | 0
Facility
0
WA AVG
8
Rank
#1 / 282 | 19
Facility
19
WA AVG
31
Rank
#110 / 279 | 2.7
Facility
2.7
WA AVG
3.4
Rank
#65 / 279 |
Financial Assistance for
Assisted Living in Washington
Horizon House is located in Seattle, Washington State.
Here are the financial assistance programs available to residents in Washington State.
Frequently Asked Questions about Horizon House
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.
Has Horizon House had any deficiencies?
Horizon House has had 24 reported deficiencies since 2023 according to records from WA Dept. of Social and Health Services (DSHS).
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