Occupancy rate
100%
Higher than the Washington average: 72.5%Merrill Gardens at Kirkland
Assisted Living & Independent Living · Kirkland, WA
Merrill Gardens at Kirkland
Assisted Living & Independent Living · Kirkland, WA
Merrill Gardens at Kirkland accepts Medicaid.
Overview of Merrill Gardens at Kirkland
Situated near the bustling but cozy downtown area of Kirkland, WA, Merrill Gardens at Kirkland is an excellent senior living community offering independent living and assisted living. Featuring 115 studio, one, and two bedroom apartments, the community offers a secure and comfortable residence with access to concierge services, weekly housekeeping, and on-site maintenance. Residents are also guaranteed peace of mind with 24-assistance from a dedicated team.
Fostering an active and vibrant lifestyle, the community conducts an array of enriching activities overseen by their passionate Active Living Program Director. Their diverse wellness programs and convenient services, including scheduled transportation, and restaurant-style dining, ensures residents’ overall well-being. Amenities include a well-curated library, movie theater, wine bar, salon, cozy living areas, courtyard, and piano for musical enjoyment.
40-bed community Rank #325 / 366Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 325th out of 366 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.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: 92 / 100 Rank #33 / 628Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 33rd out of 628 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.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
Occupancy
Higher than the Washington average: 72.5%Occupied beds
40 / 40
Average occupied beds in Washington homes
73 beds
Facility TypeBoarding Home
StatusOperating
ExpirationFebruary 28, 2027
CountyKing
License Number2587
Emergency SystemsResident Call System.
Safety Features24-hour Staffing.
Staffing
Key information about the people who lead and staff this community.
ContactBrock, Robert (per state records, record updated Jun 2026)
Respite Care
HousekeepingYes
On-Site Maintenance
Weekly Housekeeping
Pets Welcome
Wellness Program
Activities
Specific ProgramsTransportation Options, Anytime Dining, Fitness Center
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 2023 · 3 years of data
64 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 2023 vs. Washington state average
Overall vs. WA average
2 Worse
Metrics worse than Washington average:
• Total deficiencies (106% above)
• Deficiencies per year (107% above) 0 Better No metrics in this bucket.
• Total deficiencies (106% above)
• Deficiencies per year (107% above) 0 Better No metrics in this bucket.
Latest Inspection
January 29, 2025
Life Safety
Deficiencies
| This Facility | WA Average | vs. WA Avg |
|---|---|---|---|
|
Total deficiencies
Formal regulatory issues recorded by inspectors across all inspection types.
| 64 | 31 | This facility has 106% more total deficiencies than a typical Washington assisted living residence (64 vs. WA avg 31).↑ 106% worse |
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Deficiencies per year
Average deficiencies per year since 2023.
| 21.3 | 10.3 | This facility has 107% more deficiencies per year than a typical Washington assisted living residence (21.3 vs. WA avg 10.3).↑ 107% worse |
Inspection Reports Summary
An editor-reviewed summary of the themes and findings across this facility's recent inspection reports.
- January 29, 2025 fire safety inspection found 20 deficiencies including missing documentation, malfunctioning fire doors, emergency lighting failures, and lack of scheduled fire system testing and inspections.
- February 20, 2024 fire marshal inspection identified 15 deficiencies with fire doors not latching, emergency drill records missing, fire alarm trouble, and blocked electrical panel access, some corrected on site.
- June 18, 2024 follow-up inspection found no deficiencies and confirmed correction of prior issues with food worker cards, background checks, infection control, water temperature, and ventilation.
What does this home offer?
Pets Allowed
Room Sizes: 490 / 722 / 975 sq. ft
Housing Options: Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Building Type: Mid-rise
Transportation Services
Fitness and Recreation
Places of interest near Merrill Gardens at Kirkland
0.2 miles from city center
Estimated distance in miles from Kirkland's city center to Merrill Gardens at Kirkland's address, calculated via Google Maps.
— 3.03 miles to nearest hospital (EvergreenHealth Medical Center Kirkland)
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The information below is reported by the Washington Department of Social and Health Services, Residential Care Services.
| Madison House Assisted Living Community | AL IL | Kirkland (Totem Lake) | 100
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100
WA AVG
82
Rank
#160 / 366 | Yes |
68
Facility
68
WA AVG
51
Rank
#169 / 628 | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed | - | - | 6 | 0
Facility
0
WA AVG
8
Rank
#1 / 281 | 32
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32
WA AVG
31
Rank
#170 / 277 | 5.3
Facility
5.3
WA AVG
3.4
Rank
#197 / 277 |
| Aegis Living Kirkland | AL HOS MC RC | Kirkland (Totem Lake) | 45
Facility
45
WA AVG
82
Rank
#321 / 366 | No |
76
Facility
76
WA AVG
51
Rank
#107 / 628 | - | 82.2% | C+ | 7 | 0
Facility
0
WA AVG
8
Rank
#1 / 281 | 42
Facility
42
WA AVG
31
Rank
#199 / 277 | 6.0
Facility
6.0
WA AVG
3.4
Rank
#215 / 277 |
| Merrill Gardens at Kirkland | AL IL | S Kirkland (Moss Bay) | 40
Facility
40
WA AVG
82
Rank
#325 / 366 | Yes |
92
Facility
92
WA AVG
51
Rank
#33 / 628 | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed | - | - | 5 | 1
Facility
1
WA AVG
8
Rank
#118 / 281 | 64
Facility
64
WA AVG
31
Rank
#247 / 277 | 12.8
Facility
12.8
WA AVG
3.4
Rank
#276 / 277 |
| Alpine Residences of Washington | AL RESC | Kirkland (Bridle Trails) | 8 Residents | No |
25
Facility
25
WA AVG
51
Rank
#502 / 628 | Private / Semi-Private Rooms | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| Golden Cottage Adult Family Home | AL RESC | Kirkland (Kingsgate) | - | No |
65
Facility
65
WA AVG
51
Rank
#189 / 628 | Private / Shared Rooms | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Financial Assistance for
Assisted Living in Washington
Merrill Gardens at Kirkland is located in S Kirkland, Washington.
Here are the financial assistance programs available to residents in Washington.
Frequently Asked Questions about Merrill Gardens at Kirkland
What neighborhood is Merrill Gardens at Kirkland in?
Merrill Gardens at Kirkland is in the Moss Bay neighborhood of Kirkland.
Is Merrill Gardens at Kirkland in a walkable area?
Merrill Gardens at Kirkland has a walk score of 92. 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 Kirkland?
According to WA state health department records, Merrill Gardens at Kirkland's license number is 2587.
When does Merrill Gardens at Kirkland's license expire?
According to WA state health department records, Merrill Gardens at Kirkland's license expires on February 28, 2027.
What is the occupancy rate at Merrill Gardens at Kirkland?
Merrill Gardens at Kirkland's occupancy is 100%.
How many beds does Merrill Gardens at Kirkland have?
Merrill Gardens at Kirkland has 40 beds.
Are there photos of Merrill Gardens at Kirkland?
Yes — there are 4 photos of Merrill Gardens at Kirkland in the photo gallery on this page.
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