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

Merrill Gardens at Burien

Assisted Living, Independent Living & Memory Care · Burien, WA
Merrill Gardens at Burien accepts Medicaid.
Merrill Gardens at Burien accepts Medicaid.

Overview of Merrill Gardens at Burien

Enjoy a vibrant lifestyle at Merrill Gardens at Burien, a welcoming senior living community in Burien, WA, offering independent living, assisted living, and memory care. The community features spacious and elegantly designed studio, one, and two-bedroom apartments, offering a cozy residence. With weekly housekeeping, 24-hour assistance, and concierge services, residents enjoy a well-supported living with plenty of extra time to explore new things.

At Merrill Gardens at Burien, residents live a full and happy life built around their delights and hobbies with an array of activities overseen by a dedicated Active Living Director. These include day trips, strength training, scenic drives, movies, jazz concerts, and so much more. Residents also enjoy access to various amenities designed for comfort and leisure, such as restaurant-style meals, well-stocked library, a wine bar, movie theater, fitness area, salon, and a beautiful courtyard for outdoor activities.

By The Numbers

Community insights.

Bed count Info A smaller, more intimate setting that may offer a quieter environment and closer staff-resident interactions. 60 Rank #209 / 324Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 209th out of 324 homes we track 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.Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings cover every community we track in Washington that reports data for that category. Communities without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.

Smaller home · May offer a more intimate, personalized care environment.

Years of operating Info A community with a solid operating history and experience delivering ongoing care. This is the number of years in operation under current management.
16 years
Walk Score Info Walker's paradise. Daily errands do not require a car, with many shops and services nearby. Rank #37 / 583Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 37th out of 583 homes we track 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.Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings cover every community we track in Washington that reports data for that category. Communities without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
91 / 100
BBB Rating Info An independent rating from the Better Business Bureau based on factors such as complaint history, transparency, and business practices.
A+ Not Accredited
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About this community

Awards

Great Place to Work 2024-2025

License Details

Facility TypeBoarding Home
StatusOperating
ExpirationMay 31, 2027
CountyKing
License Number2406

Staffing

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

Leadership

ContactNyoro, James (per state records, record updated Jul 2026)

Staffing & Medical

2 services
Licensed Nurses/CNAs
24-Hour Staffing

Additional Policies & Features

HousekeepingYes

Amenities & Lifestyle

Emergency Call System
Transportation
Dining
Housekeeping
Fitness Center
Pet Friendly
Wellness Center

Pricing & Financial Information

Starting Price$4,750 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 2022 · 4 years of data These figures come from state-published data and the state inspection reports we hold on file. The period covered can vary depending on document availability.
Includes all inspection records for this property, which could include management/ownership changes.
16 deficiencies 8 inspections

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 2022 vs. Washington state average
Overall vs. WA average 0 Worse No metrics in this bucket. 2 Better Metrics better than Washington average:
• Total deficiencies (48% below)
• Deficiencies per inspection (56% below)

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. 1631 This facility has 48% fewer total deficiencies than a typical Washington assisted living residence (16 vs. WA avg 31).↓ 48% better
Deficiencies per inspection Info Average deficiencies per inspection. 2.04.51 This facility has 56% fewer deficiencies per inspection than a typical Washington assisted living residence (2 vs. WA avg 4.51).↓ 56% better

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

This FacilityWA Averagevs. WA Avg
Total inspections Info Combined count of all inspections conducted at this facility. 89 This facility has had 11% fewer total inspections than the Washington average (8 vs. WA avg 9). More inspections can mean more regulatory scrutiny rather than worse care.↓ 11% fewer

What does this home offer?

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Pets Allowed

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Room Sizes: 467 / 572 / 672 / 707 / 730 / 1025 / 1053 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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Transportation Services

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Fitness and Recreation

Living Spaces & Floor Plans for Merrill Gardens at Burien

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Address 0.1 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from Burien's city center to Merrill Gardens at Burien's address, calculated via Google Maps.

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Compare Assisted Living around the area

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-ranked to lowest-ranked based on our 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. NH (Nursing Home): 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. SNF (Skilled Nursing Facility): Round-the-clock nursing care, often for recovery after surgery, injury, or illness. 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.
City and state of the facility. Used for mapping and state-average comparisons.
Licensed bed capacity (maximum allowed). Not the same as how many beds are currently filled.
Indicates whether residents are allowed to have pets in the facility.
Third-party neighborhood walkability score (0–100). Convenience/context metric, not a healthcare quality measure.
Description of bed or unit types offered (e.g. assisted living, memory care), as reported in state or facility disclosures.
Reported or derived occupancy for the facility—typically how fully licensed capacity is utilized. Compare across peers in the same market.
Better Business Bureau grade for the operating company. Reflects complaint handling and business practices, not clinical care quality.
Count of regulatory inspections in the reporting window. Higher volume can reflect more oversight visits, complaint-driven surveys, or routine licensure cycles.
Inspection events categorized as complaint-related by the state regulator.
Total count of deficiencies (cited regulatory issues) recorded in the selected reporting period. Read alongside inspection counts for context.
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.
Silverado Bellingham Memory Care Community
AL
MC
Bellingham (Cordata)
85
Facility 85
WA AVG 78
Rank #115 / 324
Yes
32
Facility 32
WA AVG 52
Rank #434 / 583
Private Rooms
94.1%
Facility 94.1%
WA AVG 74.7%
Rank #23 / 248
-7
1
Facility 1
WA AVG 8
Rank #118 / 282
12
Facility 12
WA AVG 31
Rank #4 / 279
1.7
Facility 1.7
WA AVG 3.4
Rank #5 / 279
The Cottages of Snohomish
AL
IL
MC
Snohomish (Northwest Snohomish)
84
Facility 84
WA AVG 78
Rank #126 / 324
No
39
Facility 39
WA AVG 52
Rank #390 / 583
-
56.0%
Facility 56.0%
WA AVG 74.7%
Rank #202 / 248
B-7
0
Facility 0
WA AVG 8
Rank #1 / 282
27
Facility 27
WA AVG 31
Rank #42 / 279
3.9
Facility 3.9
WA AVG 3.4
Rank #31 / 279
Ellensburg Senior Living
AL
IL
MC
RC
Ellensburg
80
Facility 80
WA AVG 78
Rank #137 / 324
Yes
38
Facility 38
WA AVG 52
Rank #398 / 583
Studio / 1 Bed
86.3%
Facility 86.3%
WA AVG 74.7%
Rank #65 / 248
A+21
0
Facility 0
WA AVG 8
Rank #1 / 282
69
Facility 69
WA AVG 31
Rank #234 / 279
3.3
Facility 3.3
WA AVG 3.4
Rank #116 / 279
Washington Odd Fellows Home
AL
NH
SNF
Walla Walla
71
Facility 71
WA AVG 78
Rank #170 / 324
No
67
Facility 67
WA AVG 52
Rank #168 / 583
Studio / 1 Bed
71.8%
Facility 71.8%
WA AVG 74.7%
Rank #157 / 248
-7
0
Facility 0
WA AVG 8
Rank #118 / 282
22
Facility 22
WA AVG 31
Rank #38 / 279
3.1
Facility 3.1
WA AVG 3.4
Rank #18 / 279
Merrill Gardens at Burien
AL
IL
MC
Sw Burien
60
Facility 60
WA AVG 78
Rank #209 / 324
Yes
91
Facility 91
WA AVG 52
Rank #37 / 583
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed-A+8
0
Facility 0
WA AVG 8
Rank #1 / 282
16
Facility 16
WA AVG 31
Rank #160 / 279
2.0
Facility 2.0
WA AVG 3.4
Rank #164 / 279

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Frequently Asked Questions about Merrill Gardens at Burien

Is Merrill Gardens at Burien in a walkable area?

Merrill Gardens at Burien has a walk score of 91. 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 Burien?

According to WA state health department records, Merrill Gardens at Burien's license number is 2406.

When does Merrill Gardens at Burien's license expire?

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

How long has Merrill Gardens at Burien been in business?

Merrill Gardens at Burien has been operating for approximately 16 years, based on available licensing and registration records.

Are pets allowed at Merrill Gardens at Burien?

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

How many beds does Merrill Gardens at Burien have?

Merrill Gardens at Burien has 60 beds.

How much does Merrill Gardens at Burien cost per month?

Pricing at Merrill Gardens at Burien starts at $4,750 per month, with rates varying by floorplan and additional care needs.

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