Merrill Gardens at Carolina Park
Assisted Living, Independent Living & Memory Care · Mt Pleasant, SC
Merrill Gardens at Carolina Park
Assisted Living, Independent Living & Memory Care · Mt Pleasant, SC
Overview of Merrill Gardens at Carolina Park
Merrill Gardens at Carolina Park is an assisted living facility located in Mount Pleasant, South Carolina, offering a memory care unit for residents with dementia and an independent living option. The community is part of Merrill Gardens Senior Living, a senior care company, and provides vision care to its residents. The costs at Merrill Gardens at Carolina Park start at $2,040 and range up to $6,595, with the average price being $4,318, which is less than the average price in the area. The community is pet-friendly, and while South Carolina requires three meals to be provided per day, it can accommodate no or low-sodium diets.
Residents at Merrill Gardens at Carolina Park are required to have a scheduled, structured activity every day, and the community offers a variety of activities, including musical performances and social outings. The facility is located near six hospitals, with the two closest being Mount Pleasant Hospital and East Cooper Medical Center, and has above-average reviews for the area. Merrill Gardens at Carolina Park offers 158 independent, assisted living, and memory care apartments, as well as 28 cottages, with concierge services, scheduled transportation, 24-hour staffing, and weekly housekeeping. The community features a pool, fitness center, and restaurant-style dining, allowing residents to live a full and happy life built around their delights and hobbies.
193-bed community Rank #4 / 309Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 4th out of 309 homes in South Carolina. Shows this facility's certified or reported bed count compared to other South Carolina facilities. Larger communities may offer more amenities, programs, and on-site services for residents and families.Rankings are based only on facilities in South Carolina 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 large-scale community that may provide a wide range of amenities, services, and structured programs.
Walk Score: 14 / 100 Rank #178 / 232Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 178th out of 232 homes in South Carolina. Shows how walkable this facility's neighborhood is compared to the average Walk Score across South Carolina facilities. Higher scores benefit residents, families, and staff.Rankings are based only on facilities in South Carolina 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.
Car-dependent. Most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options.
About this community
Facility TypeHl- Community Residential Care Facility
StatusActive
ExpirationNovember 30, 2026
CountyCharleston
License NumberCRC-1917
Business TypeLimited Liability
Merrill Gardens at Carolina Park is legally operated by New Merrill Gardens At Carolina Park LLC, and administered by Timothy Barresi.
Ownership TypeLimited Liability
Emergency SystemsResident call system available.
Safety Features24-hour staffing.
Respite Care
Dedicated Alzheimer's Unit
Activities
Starting Price$3,295 per month
What does this home offer?
Pets Allowed
Room Sizes: 420 / 445 / 600 / 645 / 690 / 692 / 1017 / 1020 / 1113 sq. ft
Housing Options: Cottage / Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Building Type: 3-story
Transportation Services
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9.6 miles from city center
Estimated distance in miles from Mt Pleasant's city center to Merrill Gardens at Carolina Park's address, calculated via Google Maps.
— 0.55 miles to nearest hospital (Mount Pleasant Hospital | Roper St. Francis Healthcare)
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The information below is reported by the South Carolina Department of Public Health, Bureau of Healthcare Quality.
| Merrill Gardens at Carolina Park | AL IL MC | Mt Pleasant (Merrill Place) | 193
Facility
193
SC AVG
90
Rank
#4 / 309 | Yes |
14
Facility
14
SC AVG
32
Rank
#178 / 232 | Cottage / Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed |
| Somerby Mount Pleasant | AL IL MC RC | Mt Pleasant | 118
Facility
118
SC AVG
90
Rank
#74 / 309 | Yes |
7
Facility
7
SC AVG
32
Rank
#203 / 232 | 1 Bed / 2 Bed / 3 Bed |
| The Artisan Mount Pleasant | AL IL MC | Mt Pleasant | 112
Facility
112
SC AVG
90
Rank
#86 / 309 | No |
40
Facility
40
SC AVG
32
Rank
#88 / 232 | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed |
| Prestige Center | AL MC | Mt Pleasant (Union Charter Township) | 20 | No | 14 | Private Rooms / Semi-Private Rooms |
| Applewood Assisted Living | AL | Mt Pleasant | 20 | No | 2 | - |
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Merrill Gardens at Carolina Park is located in Mt Pleasant, South Carolina.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Merrill Gardens at Carolina Park
What neighborhood is Merrill Gardens at Carolina Park in?
Merrill Gardens at Carolina Park is in the Merrill Place neighborhood of Mt Pleasant.
Who is the owner of Merrill Gardens at Carolina Park?
Merrill Gardens at Carolina Park is legally operated by New Merrill Gardens At Carolina Park LLC, and administered by Timothy Barresi.
Is Merrill Gardens at Carolina Park in a walkable area?
Merrill Gardens at Carolina Park has a walk score of 14. Car-dependent. Most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options.
What is the license number of Merrill Gardens at Carolina Park?
According to SC state health department records, Merrill Gardens at Carolina Park's license number is CRC-1917.
When does Merrill Gardens at Carolina Park's license expire?
According to SC state health department records, Merrill Gardens at Carolina Park's license expires on November 30, 2026.
What is the best email address for Merrill Gardens at Carolina Park?
The team at Merrill Gardens at Carolina Park can be reached at TIMBAR@MERRILLGARDENS.COM.
Who is the administrator of Merrill Gardens at Carolina Park?
Timothy Barresi is the administrator of Merrill Gardens at Carolina Park.
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