(888) 927-9409
Pricing Call
(888) 927-9409
Merrill Gardens at Huntington Beach
Assisted Living, Independent Living & Memory Care · Huntington Beach, CA
Exterior view of Merrill Gardens at Huntington Beach Bright common area with bookshelves and seating. Outdoor seating area with fountain and grill Cozy private room with bright decor and natural light

Merrill Gardens at Huntington Beach

Assisted Living, Independent Living & Memory Care · Huntington Beach, CA
17200 Goldenwest St, Huntington Beach, CA 92647 View map Calculator: See prices in your area
Contact Us Explore Open Rooms
Calculator: See prices in your area

Overview of Merrill Gardens at Huntington Beach

Facebook Instagram

Nestled in the sunny beach town of Huntington Beach, CA, Merrill Gardens at Huntington Beach offers a welcoming atmosphere for seniors seeking independent living, assisted living, and memory care. Residents can enjoy the classic beachy design, beautifully landscaped courtyards with BBQ areas, and spacious apartments equipped with modern amenities like washers and dryers. The community is conveniently located near shopping, dining, and outdoor activities, making it easy for seniors to embrace the vibrant Huntington Beach lifestyle.

Merrill Gardens provides a comfortable and supportive environment with a range of amenities and programs, including anytime dining, wellness programs, and scheduled transportation services. Residents can relax in inviting common areas, enjoy a movie in the theater, or unwind in the salon. With a focus on community engagement and individual care, Merrill Gardens ensures a fulfilling experience for all its residents.

Facility Direct Line (714) 462-8280
Facility Direct Line (714) 462-8280
Facebook Instagram
Bed community size
150-bed community Rank #342 / 1646Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 342nd out of 1646 homes in California for bed count. Shows this facility's certified or reported bed count compared to other California 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 California 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 larger shared setting that may offer more common spaces and organized community services.
Years in operation
8 years in operation Rank #774 / 1504Years in operation — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 774th out of 1504 homes in California for years in operation. Shows how long this facility has been in operation compared to other California facilities. Longer operating histories may benefit residents, families, and staff.Facilities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings are based only on facilities in California 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.
An established community with some operational experience and growing routines.
Walk Score
Walk Score: 75 / 100 Rank #562 / 2058Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 562nd out of 2058 homes in California for walk score. Shows how walkable this facility's neighborhood is compared to the average walk score across California 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 California 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.

About this community

Occupancy

Occupancy rate
77%
Rank #757 / 1492Occupancy rate — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 757th out of 1492 homes in California for occupancy. Shows this facility's occupancy rate versus the California average, with its Statewide rank out of 1492. Higher occupancy signals strong local demand and financial stability.Facilities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings are based only on facilities in California 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.
Higher than the California average: 72.8%
Occupied beds
115 / 150
Average occupied beds in California homes 87 beds

Awards

Seniorly 2025
Seniorly 2024
Great Place to Work 2024-2025

License Details

Facility TypeResidential Care Elderly
IssuanceOctober 6, 2017
CountyOrange

Ownership & Operating Entity

Merrill Gardens at Huntington Beach is legally operated by Shi-Iii Mg Gp Of Shi-Iii Huntington Bch and Merrill G, and administered by Jill Johnson.

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$5,450 per month

Contact Merrill Gardens at Huntington Beach

Inspection History

In California, the Department of Social Services (for assisted living facilities) and the Department of Public Health (for nursing homes) conduct inspections to ensure resident safety and regulatory compliance.

Since 2021 · 5 years of data 0 citations 11 total visits 7 complaint visits 4 official inspections 7 complaint investigations
Inspection Score Info A composite 0–100 score combining this facility's inspections, citations, complaints, and enforcement actions relative to the California state average. The score below shows how many points this facility sits above or below the typical California assisted living residence score (the benchmark); higher is better.This is a proprietary Assisted Living Magazine score.

11 points above the California average for assisted living residences (81/100)

Rank #349 / 1475 in California Inspection Score — State benchmarked This home is ranked 349th out of 1475 homes in California for inspection score. Shows this facility's inspection score compared to the California average among 1475 comparable communities in the ranking pool. Facilities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings are based only on facilities in California that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking. This is a proprietary Assisted Living Magazine score. Inspection score: 92 out of 100. Letter grade A-. 11 points above the California average for assisted living residences (81/100)

Inspection Scorecard Info This scorecard compares key inspection, citation, and complaint metrics at this facility against the California state average. Metrics rated ≥15% worse than average are highlighted in red; those ≥15% better are highlighted in green.

Since 2021 vs. California state average
Overall vs. CA average 0 Worse No metrics in this bucket. 1 Better Metrics better than California average:
• Total citations (100% below)

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

This FacilityCA Averagevs. CA Avg
Total citations Info Formal regulatory issues recorded by inspectors across all inspection types. 010 This facility has 100% fewer total citations than a typical California assisted living residence (0 vs. CA avg 10).↓ 100% better
Standout metricNo citations on file since 2021 — the California average is 10.

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

This FacilityCA Averagevs. CA Avg
Total inspections Info Combined count of official scheduled inspections, complaint visits and other regulatory visits. California counts each evaluation report, so one trip can count twice when it serves two purposes. 1116 This facility has had 31% fewer total inspections than the California average (11 vs. CA avg 16). More inspections can mean more regulatory scrutiny rather than worse care.↓ 31% fewer
Complaint visits Info On-site visits triggered by formal complaints filed by residents, families, or staff. 713 This facility has had 46% fewer complaint visits than the California average (7 vs. CA avg 13). More inspections can mean more regulatory scrutiny rather than worse care.↓ 46% fewer Rank #717 / 1388 Complaint visits — State benchmarked This home is ranked 717th out of 1388 homes in California for # of complaint visits. Shows this facility's # of complaint visits compared to the California average among 1388 comparable communities in the ranking pool. Facilities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings are based only on facilities in California that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.
Other visits Info Regulatory visits that are neither routine inspections nor complaint investigations — administrative check-ins, follow-up reviews, licensing-related visits. 07 This facility has had 100% fewer other visits than the California average (0 vs. CA avg 7). More inspections can mean more regulatory scrutiny rather than worse care.↓ 100% fewer
Official inspections Info Routine, scheduled inspections conducted by state regulators to evaluate whether the facility meets federal and state standards. 44 This facility has official inspections in line with the California average (4 vs. CA avg 4).— At avg
Complaint investigations Info On-site investigations triggered by complaints filed with California regulators. 710 This facility has had 30% fewer complaint investigations than the California average (7 vs. CA avg 10). More inspections can mean more regulatory scrutiny rather than worse care.↓ 30% fewer
Show Inspection Reports

What does this home offer?

Pets allowed icon
Pets allowed icon

Pets Allowed

Room sizes icon
Room sizes icon

Room Sizes: 456 / 612 / 641 / 646 / 986 / 1036 sq. ft

Housing options icon
Housing options icon

Housing Options: Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed

Building type icon
Building type icon

Building Type: 3-story

Transportation services icon
Transportation services icon

Transportation Services

Fitness and recreation icon
Fitness and recreation icon

Fitness and Recreation

Living Spaces & Floor Plans for Merrill Gardens at Huntington Beach

Floor plan 1
Floor plan 1
Layout
Floor plan 2
Floor plan 2
Layout
Floor plan 3
Floor plan 3
Layout
Floor plan 4
Floor plan 4
Layout

Places of interest near Merrill Gardens at Huntington Beach

Address 4.3 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from Huntington Beach's city center to Merrill Gardens at Huntington Beach's address, calculated via Google Maps.

Calculate Travel Distance to Merrill Gardens at Huntington Beach

Add your location

Address

Compare Assisted Living around Huntington Beach

Info below is compiled from the CA Dept. of Social Services (CDSS), senior community websites & trusted data sources such as Walk Score & BBB.

Communities are listed from highest to lowest based on our ranking methodology.

Merrill Gardens at Huntington Beach
AL
IL
MC
Huntington Beach (Goldenwest Street)
150
Facility 150
CA AVG 104
Rank #342 / 1646
Yes
75
Facility 75
CA AVG 59
Rank #562 / 2058
92
Facility 92
CA AVG 81
Rank #349 / 1475
11
7
Facility 7
CA AVG 13
Rank #717 / 1388
0
Facility 0
CA AVG 3
Rank #1 / 1434
8
Facility 8
CA AVG 13
Rank #774 / 1504
 76.7% Shi-III Mg Gp Of Shi-III Huntington Bch And Merrill GStudio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Ivy Park at Huntington Beach
AL
MC
Huntington Beach (Garfield)
142
Facility 142
CA AVG 104
Rank #411 / 1646
Yes 57
94
Facility 94
CA AVG 81
Rank #212 / 1475
10
6
Facility 6
CA AVG 13
Rank #652 / 1388
0
Facility 0
CA AVG 3
Rank #1 / 1434
1
Facility 1
CA AVG 13
Rank #1415 / 1504
 82.4% Transformer Opco LLC And Oakmont Management Group LLCStudio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Beach Terrace
AL
MC
Stanton
120
Facility 120
CA AVG 104
Rank #560 / 1646
No 69
95
Facility 95
CA AVG 81
Rank #123 / 1475
4
2
Facility 2
CA AVG 13
Rank #326 / 1388
0
Facility 0
CA AVG 3
Rank #1 / 1434
- 48.3% Klmh Enterprises LLCSuite
Oakmont of Huntington Beach
AL
MC
Huntington Beach (Garfield)
111
Facility 111
CA AVG 104
Rank #639 / 1646
Yes
80
Facility 80
CA AVG 59
Rank #416 / 2058
88
Facility 88
CA AVG 81
Rank #563 / 1475
19
9
Facility 9
CA AVG 13
Rank #810 / 1388
1
Facility 1
CA AVG 3
Rank #478 / 1434
4
Facility 4
CA AVG 13
Rank #1128 / 1504
 60.4% Oakmont Sr. Lvng Of Huntington Beach And Oakmont MgmtStudio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Meadowlark Gardens I
AL
HOS
RC
Huntington Beach
6
Facility 6
CA AVG 104
Rank #1319 / 1646
No 59
94
Facility 94
CA AVG 81
Rank #212 / 1475
6
1
Facility 1
CA AVG 13
Rank #211 / 1388
0
Facility 0
CA AVG 3
Rank #1 / 1434
21
Facility 21
CA AVG 13
Rank #362 / 1504
 100.0% Meadowlark Gardens, IncPrivate / Semi-Private Rooms
View all Nearby Homes

Financial Assistance for
Assisted Living in California

Merrill Gardens at Huntington Beach is located in Huntington Beach, California.
Here are the financial assistance programs available to residents in California.

Get Financial aid guidance

Multipurpose Senior Services Program

MSSP (Medi-Cal Waiver)

Age 65+
General California resident, Medi-Cal eligible, nursing home risk.
Income Limits (2025) ~$2,829/month 300% FBR, individual
Asset Limits $2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple).
CA

County-managed; waitlists possible.

Benefits
In-home support (4-6 hours/day) Respite care (14 days/year) Meals (~$6/meal) Transportation (8 trips/month) Care management

In-Home Supportive Services (IHSS)

California IHSS

Age 65+
General California resident, Medicaid-eligible or low-income.
Income Limits ~$1,732/month individual, Medi-Cal threshold
Asset Limits $2,000 individual
CA

Can hire family as caregivers.

Benefits
Personal care (up to 283 hours/month) Homemaker services Respite (varies)

Multipurpose Senior Services Program (MSSP)

CA MSSP

Age 65+
General California resident, Medi-Cal-eligible, nursing home-eligible but community-capable.
Income Limits ~$2,829/month 300% FBR, individual
Asset Limits $2,000 individual
CA

Available in 38 counties; waitlists common.

Benefits
Case management Respite care (up to 10 days/year) Minor home mods (avg. $500) Adult day care (~$50/day)

Property Tax Postponement Program (PTP)

CA PTP

Age 62+
General California resident, own and live in home, 40% equity.
Income Limits (2025) ~$51,500/year household, adjusted annually
Asset Limits Equity-based; no strict asset cap.
CA

Deferred taxes accrue interest (5% as of 2024); repaid upon sale/death.

Benefits
Property tax deferral (avg. $1,000-$3,000/year, varies by county)

Assisted Living Waiver (ALW)

CA ALW

Age 65+ or disabled
General California resident, Medi-Cal-eligible, nursing home-eligible.
Income Limits ~$2,829/month 300% FBR, individual
Asset Limits $2,000 individual
CA

Available in 15 counties (e.g., LA, Sacramento); waitlists common.

Benefits
Personal care in ALFs (5-7 hours/day) Medication management Social services

California CARES Program

CA CARES

Age —
General Caregivers of California residents 60+ needing help with 3+ daily activities; no caregiver age limit.
Income Limits No strict limit; cost-sharing above ~$2,500/month threshold.
Asset Limits Not applicable; need-based.
CA

High demand in urban areas; complements IHSS respite.

Benefits
Respite care (up to 10 days/year) Counseling (4-6 sessions/year) Training (2-3 workshops/year) Supplies (~$200/year)

Frequently Asked Questions about Merrill Gardens at Huntington Beach

What neighborhood is Merrill Gardens at Huntington Beach in?

Merrill Gardens at Huntington Beach is in the Goldenwest Street neighborhood of Huntington Beach.

Who is the owner of Merrill Gardens at Huntington Beach?

Merrill Gardens at Huntington Beach is legally operated by Shi-Iii Mg Gp Of Shi-Iii Huntington Bch and Merrill G, and administered by Jill Johnson.

Is Merrill Gardens at Huntington Beach in a walkable area?

Merrill Gardens at Huntington Beach has a walk score of 75. Very walkable. Most errands can be accomplished on foot, and many essentials are within a short walk.

What is the occupancy rate at Merrill Gardens at Huntington Beach?

Merrill Gardens at Huntington Beach's occupancy is 77%.

How long has Merrill Gardens at Huntington Beach been in business?

Merrill Gardens at Huntington Beach has been operating for approximately 8 years, based on available licensing and registration records.

Are pets allowed at Merrill Gardens at Huntington Beach?

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

Who is the administrator of Merrill Gardens at Huntington Beach?

Jill Johnson is the administrator of Merrill Gardens at Huntington Beach.

Guides for Better Senior Living

Care Cost Calculator: See Prices in Your Area

Assisted Living Explorer

Don’t Wait Too Long: 7 Red Flag Signs Your Parent Needs Assisted Living Now

The True Cost of Assisted Living in 2025 – And How Families Are Paying For It

Understanding Senior Living Costs: Pricing Models, Discounts & Financial Assistance

Updated on
Pricing
More
More Actions
Contact Contact Map Book a Tour Let's Chat