Occupancy rate
77%
Higher than the California average: 72.8%Merrill Gardens at Huntington Beach
Assisted Living, Independent Living & Memory Care · Huntington Beach, CA
Merrill Gardens at Huntington Beach
Assisted Living, Independent Living & Memory Care · Huntington Beach, CA
Overview of Merrill Gardens at Huntington Beach
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.
150-bed community Rank #343 / 1657Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 343rd out of 1657 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.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.
8 years in operation Rank #738 / 1487Years in operation — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 738th out of 1487 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.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: 75 / 100 Rank #563 / 2092Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 563rd out of 2092 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.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
Higher than the California average: 72.8%Occupied beds
115 / 150
Average occupied beds in California homes
87 beds
Seniorly 2025
Seniorly 2024
Great Place to Work 2024-2025
Facility TypeResidential Care Elderly
IssuanceOctober 6, 2017
CountyOrange
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.
Licensed Nurses/CNAs
24-Hour Staffing
HousekeepingYes
Resident Call System
Transportation Options
Anytime Dining
On-Site Maintenance
Weekly Housekeeping
Fitness Area
Pets Welcome
Wellness Program
Starting Price$5,450 per month
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
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.
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 #308 / 1401 in California Inspection Score — State benchmarked This home is ranked 308th out of 1401 homes in California for Inspection Score. Shows this facility's inspection score compared to the California average among 1401 comparable communities in the ranking pool. 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
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 At Avg
Metrics at California average:
• Official inspections (at CA avg) 5 Better Metrics better than California average:
• Total citations (100% below)
• Total visits (31% below)
• Complaint visits (46% below)
• Other visits (100% below)
• Complaint investigations (30% below)
• Official inspections (at CA avg) 5 Better Metrics better than California average:
• Total citations (100% below)
• Total visits (31% below)
• Complaint visits (46% below)
• Other visits (100% below)
• Complaint investigations (30% below)
Latest Inspection
January 30, 2026
Complaint Investigation
Citations
| This Facility | CA Average | vs. CA Avg |
|---|---|---|---|
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Total citations
Formal regulatory issues recorded by inspectors across all inspection types.
| 0 | 10 | This facility has 100% fewer total citations than a typical California assisted living residence (0 vs. CA avg 10).↓ 100% better |
Inspections & Visits
| This Facility | CA Average | vs. CA Avg |
|---|---|---|---|
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Total visits
Combined count of complaint visits, other regulatory visits, and official scheduled inspections.
| 11 | 16 | This facility has 31% fewer total visits than a typical California assisted living residence (11 vs. CA avg 16).↓ 31% better |
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Complaint visits
On-site visits triggered by formal complaints filed by residents, families, or staff.
| 7 | 13 | This facility has 46% fewer complaint visits than a typical California assisted living residence (7 vs. CA avg 13).↓ 46% better Rank #715 / 1388 Complaint visits — State benchmarked This home is ranked 715th 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. Rankings are based only on facilities in California that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking. |
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Other visits
Regulatory visits that are neither routine inspections nor complaint investigations — administrative check-ins, follow-up reviews, licensing-related visits.
| 0 | 7 | This facility has 100% fewer other visits than a typical California assisted living residence (0 vs. CA avg 7).↓ 100% better |
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Official inspections
Routine, scheduled inspections conducted by state regulators to evaluate whether the facility meets federal and state standards.
| 4 | 4 | This facility has official inspections in line with the California average (4 vs. CA avg 4).— At avg |
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Complaint investigations
On-site investigations triggered by complaints filed with California regulators.
| 7 | 10 | This facility has 30% fewer complaint investigations than a typical California assisted living residence (7 vs. CA avg 10).↓ 30% better |
Inspection Reports Summary
An editor-reviewed summary of the themes and findings across this facility's recent inspection reports.
- The most recent inspection on October 24, 2025, found no deficiencies and confirmed the facility was clean, safe, and sanitary with all required documentation in order.
- Multiple complaint investigations from 2021 to 2024 were unsubstantiated, including allegations of insufficient staffing, medication mishandling, and infection control lapses.
- Annual inspections from 2021 through 2025 consistently found the facility in compliance with all regulations, including medication administration, infection control, and safety, with no cited deficiencies.
What does this home offer?
Pets Allowed
Room Sizes: 456 / 612 / 641 / 646 / 986 / 1036 sq. ft
Housing Options: Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Building Type: 3-story
Transportation Services
Fitness and Recreation
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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%.
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.
How many beds does Merrill Gardens at Huntington Beach have?
Merrill Gardens at Huntington Beach has 150 beds.
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