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Merrill Gardens at Auburn
Assisted Living, Independent Living & Memory Care · Auburn, WA
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Merrill Gardens at Auburn

Assisted Living, Independent Living & Memory Care · Auburn, WA
18 1St St Se, Auburn, WA 98002 View map Calculator: See prices in your area
Merrill Gardens at Auburn accepts Medicaid.
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Overview of Merrill Gardens at Auburn

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Nestled in the tranquil neighborhood of Auburn, WA, Merrill Gardens at Auburn is an enticing community that offers assisted living, independent senior living, and memory care services. This community is characterized by its caring, welcoming, and authentic atmosphere. Daily interactions with residents, families, and team members provide a fulfilling and satisfying experience for the team. The presence of a highly skilled and kindhearted team is a point of pride, as they consistently go above and beyond to ensure exceptional care.

At Magnolia Gardens Senior Care, residents enjoy a vibrant lifestyle with a dynamic calendar of activities managed by the Active Living Program Director. With an abundance of engaging options, every day is filled with opportunities for fulfillment. The community also features spacious private apartments and inviting amenities, including a theater, library, and bistro, ensuring seniors experience a comfortable and rewarding retirement.

Facility Direct Line (253) 258-3054
Facility Direct Line (253) 258-3054
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Bed community size
65-bed community Rank #224 / 366Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 224th out of 366 homes in Washington. Shows this facility's certified or reported bed count compared to other Washington facilities. Larger communities may offer more amenities, programs, and on-site services for residents and families.Rankings are based only on facilities in Washington 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 moderately sized community that may balance personal attention with shared amenities and social activities.
Walk Score
Walk Score: 88 / 100 Rank #49 / 628Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 49th out of 628 homes in Washington. Shows how walkable this facility's neighborhood is compared to the average Walk Score across Washington facilities. Higher scores benefit residents, families, and staff.Rankings are based only on facilities in Washington 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.

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Occupancy

Occupancy rate
72%
Rank #178 / 310Occupancy rate — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 178th out of 310 homes in Washington. Shows this facility's occupancy rate versus the Washington average, with its Statewide rank out of 310. Higher occupancy signals strong local demand and financial stability.Rankings are based only on facilities in Washington 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.
Similar to the Washington average: 72.5%
Occupied beds
47 / 65
Average occupied beds in Washington homes 73 beds

Awards

Sensight Resident Satisfaction Award 2025
The Reputation 800 Award 2025
The Reputation 800 Award 2024
Great Place to Work 2024-2025

License Details

Facility TypeBoarding Home
StatusOperating
ExpirationMay 31, 2027
CountyKing
License Number2506

Staffing

Key information about the people who lead and staff this community.

Leadership

ContactHottell, Natasha (per state records, record updated Jul 2026)

Staffing & Medical

2 services
Licensed Nurses/CNAs
24-Hour Staffing

Additional Policies & Features

HousekeepingYes

Amenities & Lifestyle

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

Pricing & Financial Information

Starting Price$3,295 per month

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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.

Since 2023 · 3 years of data 35 deficiencies

Inspection Scorecard Info 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
Overall vs. WA average 2 Worse Metrics worse than Washington average:
• Total deficiencies (13% above)
• Deficiencies per year (14% above) 0 Better No metrics in this bucket.
Latest Inspection October 21, 2025 Complaint Investigation

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

This FacilityWA Averagevs. WA Avg
Total deficiencies Info Formal regulatory issues recorded by inspectors across all inspection types. 3531 This facility has 13% more total deficiencies than a typical Washington assisted living residence (35 vs. WA avg 31).↑ 13% worse
Deficiencies per year Info Average deficiencies per year since 2023. 11.710.3 This facility has 14% more deficiencies per year than a typical Washington assisted living residence (11.7 vs. WA avg 10.3).↑ 14% worse

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

  • August 12, 2025 re-inspection found three fire and life safety deficiencies remained, including fire doors not latching and a breaker panel missing fire alarm circuit labeling.
  • May 13, 2024 fire and life safety inspection cited 14 deficiencies, including failure to sound fire alarms during drills, malfunctioning fire doors, and missing emergency lighting documentation.
  • October 21, 2025 complaint investigation found no fire code violations or harm after smoke detector activation from smoldering stove incident.
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Room Sizes: 422 / 455 / 610 / 699 / 924 / 1052 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 0.1 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from Auburn's city center to Merrill Gardens at Auburn's address, calculated via Google Maps. — 4.69 miles to nearest hospital (St. Francis Hospital)

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The information below is reported by the Washington Department of Social and Health Services, Residential Care Services.

Merrill Gardens at Auburn
AL
IL
MC
Auburn (1St Street Southeast)
65
Facility 65
WA AVG 82
Rank #224 / 366
Yes
88
Facility 88
WA AVG 51
Rank #49 / 628
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
72.3%
Facility 72.3%
WA AVG 74.8%
Rank #164 / 270
6
1
Facility 1
WA AVG 8
Rank #118 / 281
35
Facility 35
WA AVG 31
Rank #179 / 277
5.8
Facility 5.8
WA AVG 3.4
Rank #211 / 277
Wesley Lea Hill
AL
HC
IL
MC
NH
SNF
Auburn (Rivers Bend)
20
Facility 20
WA AVG 82
Rank #356 / 366
Yes
13
Facility 13
WA AVG 51
Rank #570 / 628
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed-3
0
Facility 0
WA AVG 8
Rank #1 / 281
28
Facility 28
WA AVG 31
Rank #155 / 277
9.3
Facility 9.3
WA AVG 3.4
Rank #262 / 277
Alpine Fairways Care Home
AL
Auburn (Rivers Bend)-No
11
Facility 11
WA AVG 51
Rank #583 / 628
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Peace and Love Care Adult Family Home
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IL
MC
PC
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Auburn-No
12
Facility 12
WA AVG 51
Rank #575 / 628
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Financial Assistance for
Assisted Living in Washington

Merrill Gardens at Auburn is located in Auburn, Washington.
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Community Options Program Entry System (COPES)

WA Medicaid COPES

Age 65+ or disabled
General Washington resident, Medicaid-eligible, nursing home-level care need.
Income Limits (2025) ~$2,829/month 300% FBR, individual
Asset Limits $2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple).
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High demand in urban areas (e.g., Seattle).

Benefits
Personal care (5-7 hours/day) Respite (240 hours/year) Adult day care ($70/day) Home modifications ($1,500 avg.)

Washington Family Caregiver Support Program

WA NFCSP

Age Caregiver of someone 60+ (or with dementia)
General Washington resident.
Income Limits No strict limit; prioritizes low-income.
Asset Limits Not applicable.
WA

High urban demand; rural outreach.

Benefits
In-home respite (4-6 hours/day) Adult day care (~$70/day) Short-term facility care (up to 5 days)

Community First Choice (CFC)

Washington Community First Choice

Age 65+ (or disabled 18+)
General WA resident, Medicaid-eligible, need help with 2+ ADLs/IADLs.
Income Limits (2025) ~$2,829/month; QIT optional.
Asset Limits $2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple).
WA

Broader than COPES; serves ~20,000; self-directed option.

Benefits
Personal care (4-6 hours/day) Respite (~240 hours/year) Assistive devices Training Transportation

Older Americans Act (OAA) Services

Washington OAA Services

Age 60+
General WA resident; no income/asset limits.
Income Limits (2025) None; donations encouraged.
Asset Limits Not assessed.
WA

13 AAAs; includes Meals on Wheels; rural focus.

Benefits
Meals (~$5-$7/meal) Transportation Homemaker services (~4 hours/week) Respite (~5 days/year) Legal aid

Medicare Savings Program (MSP)

Washington Medicare Savings Program

Age 65+ or disabled
General WA resident, Medicare Part A/B.
Income Limits (2025) ~$2,510/month (QMB), ~$3,380/month (SLMB), ~$3,598/month (QI)—individual.
Asset Limits $9,430 (individual), $14,130 (couple).
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Includes Extra Help for Part D; no waitlist.

Benefits
Covers Part B premiums ($174.70/month) Deductibles ($240/year) Copays (~20%)

VA Aid and Attendance (A&A) and Housebound Benefits

Washington VA Aid and Attendance/Housebound

Age 65+ or disabled veteran/spouse
General WA resident, wartime service, ADL help (A&A) or homebound.
Income Limits (2025) Net income < ~$1,984/month (veteran with dependent, A&A); pension offsets income.
Asset Limits ~$155,356 net worth
WA

High veteran use; supports rural/urban needs.

Benefits
Cash (~$1,433-$2,642/month veteran, ~$951-$1,318 spouse) for care costs

Senior Citizens Property Tax Exemption

Washington Senior Property Tax Exemption

Age 61+ or disabled retiree
General WA resident, homeowner, income-based.
Income Limits (2025) ~$45,000-$70,000/year varies by county, e.g., King: $70,000
Asset Limits Not assessed; home value cap varies ~$250,000-$400,000
WA

Saves ~$500-$1,500/year; offered statewide.

Benefits
Tax exemption (~$500-$1,500/year depending on county)

Senior Farmers’ Market Nutrition Program (SFMNP)

Washington SFMNP

Age 60+
General WA resident, low-income.
Income Limits (2025) ~$2,322/month 185% FPL
Asset Limits Not assessed.
WA

Vouchers (~$80/season); serves ~20,000 via AAAs.

Benefits
Vouchers (~$80/season) for produce at farmers’ markets

Frequently Asked Questions about Merrill Gardens at Auburn

What neighborhood is Merrill Gardens at Auburn in?

Merrill Gardens at Auburn is in the 1st Street Southeast neighborhood of Auburn.

Is Merrill Gardens at Auburn in a walkable area?

Merrill Gardens at Auburn has a walk score of 88. Very walkable. Most errands can be accomplished on foot, and many essentials are within a short walk.

What is the license number of Merrill Gardens at Auburn?

According to WA state health department records, Merrill Gardens at Auburn's license number is 2506.

When does Merrill Gardens at Auburn's license expire?

According to WA state health department records, Merrill Gardens at Auburn's license expires on May 31, 2027.

What is the occupancy rate at Merrill Gardens at Auburn?

Merrill Gardens at Auburn's occupancy is 72%.

Are pets allowed at Merrill Gardens at Auburn?

Yes, Merrill Gardens at Auburn allows residents to bring their pets.

How many beds does Merrill Gardens at Auburn have?

Merrill Gardens at Auburn has 65 beds.

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