Merrill Gardens at Ballard
Assisted Living, Independent Living & Memory Care · Seattle, WA
Merrill Gardens at Ballard
Assisted Living, Independent Living & Memory Care · Seattle, WA
Merrill Gardens at Ballard accepts Medicaid.
Overview of Merrill Gardens at Ballard
Experience quality senior living at Merrill Gardens at Ballard, an exceptional senior living community in Seattle, WA, offering independent living, assisted living, and memory care. Residents can choose from 101 studio, one, and two-bedroom apartments, memory care options, and enjoy access to concierge services, scheduled transportation, 24-hour monitoring, and weekly housekeeping. Close to the downtown core, the community is an urban paradise with eclectic shops and restaurants, with close proximity to landmarks such as Salmon Bay and the famous Ballard Locks and Gardens.
Designed to promote independence, the community provides plenty of opportunities for exploring passions or discovering new hobbies with their wide array of activities and programs. Merrill Gardens at Ballard is modern yet intimate with a ton of amenities including a theater, library, bistro, and large private apartments with a washer/dryer and full kitchen. Residents stay nourished with restaurant-style meals served 7 days a week. With its comprehensive services, and stimulating activities and programs, Merrill Gardens at Ballard encourages a fulfilling and well-supported lifestyle.
50-bed community Rank #283 / 355Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 283rd out of 355 homes in Washington for bed count. 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.Facilities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. 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: 97 / 100 Rank #12 / 626Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 12th out of 626 homes in Washington for walk score. Shows how walkable this facility's neighborhood is compared to the average walk score across Washington 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 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.
Walker's paradise. Daily errands do not require a car, with many shops and services nearby.
About this community
Sensight Resident Satisfaction Award 2025
Great Place to Work 2024-2025
2017 Gold Nugget Award
2017 Argentum Award
Facility TypeBoarding Home
StatusOperating
ExpirationDecember 31, 2026
CountyKing
License Number2507
Safety FeaturesResident Call System
Staffing
Key information about the people who lead and staff this community.
ContactPalm, Lisa L. (per state records, record updated Jul 2026)
Licensed Nurses/CNAs
24-Hour Staffing
HousekeepingYes
Transportation Options
Anytime Dining
On-Site Maintenance
Weekly Housekeeping
Fitness Center
Pets Welcome
Wellness Program
Starting Price$3,995 per month
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 2022 · 4 years of data
14 deficiencies
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 2022 vs. Washington state average
Overall vs. WA average
0 Worse
No metrics in this bucket.
1 Better
Metrics better than Washington average:
• Total deficiencies (55% below)
• Total deficiencies (55% below)
Deficiencies
| This Facility | WA Average | vs. WA Avg |
|---|---|---|---|
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Total deficiencies
Formal regulatory issues recorded by inspectors across all inspection types.
| 14 | 31 | This facility has 55% fewer total deficiencies than a typical Washington assisted living residence (14 vs. WA avg 31).↓ 55% better |
Inspection Reports Summary
An editor-reviewed summary of the themes and findings across this facility's recent inspection reports.
- The March 20, 2025 annual inspection found no deficiencies in the facility.
- The October 12, 2022 fire marshal inspection cited 14 deficiencies, including missing fire drill records, fire wall penetrations, and lack of sprinkler and alarm system documentation.
- The December 1, 2023 follow-up inspection found no deficiencies, confirming all prior fire safety issues were corrected.
What does this home offer?
Pets Allowed
Room Sizes: 458 / 675 / 1049 sq. ft
Housing Options: Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Building Type: Mid-rise
Transportation Services
Fitness and Recreation
Living Spaces & Floor Plans for Merrill Gardens at Ballard
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5.8 miles from city center
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Compare Assisted Living around Seattle
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.
| Ida Culver House Broadview | AL IL MC | Seattle (Broadview) | 104
Facility
104
WA AVG
81
Rank
#83 / 355 | No |
58
Facility
58
WA AVG
51
Rank
#271 / 626 | Studio / Cottage / 1 Bed / 2 Bed / 3 Bed | 82.7% | - | 6 | 2
Facility
2
WA AVG
8
Rank
#163 / 282 | 17
Facility
17
WA AVG
31
Rank
#94 / 278 | 2.8
Facility
2.8
WA AVG
3.4
Rank
#70 / 278 |
| Empress Senior Living at Laurelhurst | AL MC | Seattle (Hawthorne Hills) | 73
Facility
73
WA AVG
81
Rank
#191 / 355 | Yes |
78
Facility
78
WA AVG
51
Rank
#90 / 626 | Studio / 1 Bed | 72.6% | - | 5 | 0
Facility
0
WA AVG
8
Rank
#1 / 282 | 19
Facility
19
WA AVG
31
Rank
#110 / 278 | 3.8
Facility
3.8
WA AVG
3.4
Rank
#122 / 278 |
| Quail Park Memory Care Residences of West Seattle | AL MC | Seattle (Junction) | 66
Facility
66
WA AVG
81
Rank
#211 / 355 | No |
97
Facility
97
WA AVG
51
Rank
#12 / 626 | 330 / 369 / 372 / 376 / 446 / 480 sq. ft | 86.4% | - | 7 | 0
Facility
0
WA AVG
8
Rank
#1 / 282 | 19
Facility
19
WA AVG
31
Rank
#110 / 278 | 2.7
Facility
2.7
WA AVG
3.4
Rank
#65 / 278 |
| Mirabella Seattle | AL MC NH SNF | Seattle (South Lake Union) | 63
Facility
63
WA AVG
81
Rank
#227 / 355 | No |
99
Facility
99
WA AVG
51
Rank
#1 / 626 | 1 Bed / 2 Bed | 46.0% | A+ | 6 | 2
Facility
2
WA AVG
8
Rank
#163 / 282 | 43
Facility
43
WA AVG
31
Rank
#206 / 278 | 7.2
Facility
7.2
WA AVG
3.4
Rank
#245 / 278 |
| Merrill Gardens at Ballard | AL IL MC | Seattle (Adams) | 50
Facility
50
WA AVG
81
Rank
#283 / 355 | Yes |
97
Facility
97
WA AVG
51
Rank
#12 / 626 | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed | - | - | 3 | 0
Facility
0
WA AVG
8
Rank
#1 / 282 | 14
Facility
14
WA AVG
31
Rank
#74 / 278 | 4.7
Facility
4.7
WA AVG
3.4
Rank
#162 / 278 |
Financial Assistance for
Assisted Living in Washington
Merrill Gardens at Ballard is located in Seattle, Washington State.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Merrill Gardens at Ballard
What neighborhood is Merrill Gardens at Ballard in?
Merrill Gardens at Ballard is in the Adams neighborhood of Seattle.
Is Merrill Gardens at Ballard in a walkable area?
Merrill Gardens at Ballard has a walk score of 97. Walker's paradise. Daily errands do not require a car, with many shops and services nearby.
What is the license number of Merrill Gardens at Ballard?
According to WA state health department records, Merrill Gardens at Ballard's license number is 2507.
When does Merrill Gardens at Ballard's license expire?
According to WA state health department records, Merrill Gardens at Ballard's license expires on December 31, 2026.
Are pets allowed at Merrill Gardens at Ballard?
Yes, Merrill Gardens at Ballard allows residents to bring their pets.
How many beds does Merrill Gardens at Ballard have?
Merrill Gardens at Ballard has 50 beds.
Are there photos of Merrill Gardens at Ballard?
Yes — there are 4 photos of Merrill Gardens at Ballard in the photo gallery on this page.
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