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

Merrill Gardens at Renton Centre

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

Overview of Merrill Gardens at Renton Centre

Located in Renton, WA, Merrill Gardens at Renton Centre is a multi-awarded senior living community that offers a range of senior living options, including assisted living, independent living, transitional care, and memory care. Choose from 184 studio, one, and two bedroom private apartments and 24 private and shared memory care apartments in a secure setting. Recognized with the Best of Renton Award every year for the past thirteen years, the community proves its commitment to delivering exceptional care and services.

Focused on actively engaging its residents, the community conducts a variety of activities and wellness programs, such as indoor gardening, TED talks, pet therapy, bread baking, and picnics. Residents also enjoy convenient services, such as concierge services, daily scheduled transportation, 24-hour assistance and weekly housekeeping. Their Anytime Dining program, ensures residents are nourished with fresh, restaurant-style meals 7 days a week. Amenities include a well-stocked library, movie theater, wine bar, salon, cozy living areas, and beautiful courtyard.

By The Numbers

Community insights.

Bed count Info A mid-sized community that may balance personal attention with shared amenities and social activities. 110 Rank #47 / 285Bed count — State benchmarked This assisted living community is ranked 47th out of 285 assisted living communities 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 compare like with like: every assisted living community we track in Washington that reports data for that category. Assisted living communities without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.

Medium-capacity home · Offers a balance of services and community atmosphere.

Walk Score Info Walker's paradise. Daily errands do not require a car, with many shops and services nearby. Rank #17 / 439Walk Score — State benchmarked This assisted living community is ranked 17th out of 439 assisted living communities 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 compare like with like: every assisted living community we track in Washington that reports data for that category. Assisted living communities without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.
93 / 100
Occupancy rate Info Occupancy between 85% and 95% suggests balanced demand. Rank #54 / 215Occupancy rate — State benchmarked This assisted living community is ranked 54th out of 215 assisted living communities we track in Washington for occupancy. Shows this facility's occupancy rate versus the Washington average, with its Statewide rank out of 215. Higher occupancy signals strong local demand and financial stability. Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings compare like with like: every assisted living community we track in Washington that reports data for that category. Assisted living communities without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.
86.4% This home usually has limited availability

Based on 95 residents and 110 beds. Source: state inspection report (Mar 2026)

Higher than the Washington average: 75.8%
About This Community

Pricing & Financial Information

Starting Price
$3,800/Month

License Details

Facility TypeBoarding Home
StatusOperating
ExpirationJune 30, 2027
CountyKing
License Number2598

Awards

Sensight Resident Satisfaction Award 2025
Great Place to Work 2024-2025

Leadership

ContactThompson, Shelley M. (per state records, record updated Jul 2026)

Staffing & Medical

2 services
Licensed Nurses/CNAs
24-Hour Staffing

Additional Services

3 services
Transitional Care
TransportationListed as: Transportation Options
Maintenance

Additional Policies & Features

Pets Allowed

Amenities & Lifestyle

Fitness Center
Wellness Center
Emergency Call System
Fitness And Recreation

Room Accommodations

Building TypeMid-rise
Room Sizes
558 sq. ft 578 sq. ft 612 sq. ft 680 sq. ft 885 sq. ft 924 sq. ft 933 sq. ft 996 sq. ft 1080 sq. ft
Room Types
Studio 1 Bed 2 Bed

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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 2023 · 3 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.
15 deficiencies 7 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 2023 vs. Washington state average
Overall vs. WA average 0 Worse No metrics in this bucket. 2 Better Metrics better than Washington average:
• Total deficiencies (46% below)
• Deficiencies per inspection (32% 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. 1528.0 This facility has 46% fewer total deficiencies than a typical Washington assisted living residence (15 vs. WA avg 28).↓ 46% better
Deficiencies per inspection Info Average deficiencies per inspection. 2.13.1 This facility has 32% fewer deficiencies per inspection than a typical Washington assisted living residence (2.1 vs. WA avg 3.1).↓ 32% 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. 79.0 This facility has had 22% fewer total inspections than the Washington average (7 vs. WA avg 9). More inspections can mean more regulatory scrutiny rather than worse care.↓ 22% fewer

Living Spaces & Floor Plans for Merrill Gardens at Renton Centre

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Address 0.2 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from Renton's city center to Merrill Gardens at Renton Centre's address, calculated via Google Maps.

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Compare Assisted Living around Renton

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. 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. RESC (Residential Care): Personal care and daily-living support in a smaller, more intimate residential setting. 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.
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.
Chateau Valley Center
AL
IL
MC
RC
Renton (Davis Avenue South)
120
Facility 120
WA AVG 79
Rank #32 / 285
No
49
Facility 49
WA AVG 50
Rank #232 / 439
-
50.8%
Facility 50.8%
WA AVG 75.8%
Rank #199 / 215
11
0
Facility 0
WA AVG 8
Rank #1 / 265
66
Facility 66
WA AVG 31
Rank #241 / 262
6.0
Facility 6.0
WA AVG 3.4
Rank #235 / 262
Merrill Gardens at Renton Centre
AL
IL
MC
S Renton (Burnett Avenue South)
110
Facility 110
WA AVG 79
Rank #47 / 285
Yes
93
Facility 93
WA AVG 50
Rank #17 / 439
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
86.4%
Facility 86.4%
WA AVG 75.8%
Rank #54 / 215
7
2
Facility 2
WA AVG 8
Rank #155 / 265
15
Facility 15
WA AVG 31
Rank #93 / 262
2.1
Facility 2.1
WA AVG 3.4
Rank #91 / 262
The Lodge at Eagle Ridge
AL
IL
MC
RC
Renton (Eagle Ridge Drive South)
75
Facility 75
WA AVG 79
Rank #141 / 285
Yes
44
Facility 44
WA AVG 50
Rank #261 / 439
-
85.3%
Facility 85.3%
WA AVG 75.8%
Rank #60 / 215
6
2
Facility 2
WA AVG 8
Rank #155 / 265
24
Facility 24
WA AVG 31
Rank #145 / 262
4.0
Facility 4.0
WA AVG 3.4
Rank #196 / 262
Best Quality Home Care
AL
MC
Renton (Kennydale)-Yes
22
Facility 22
WA AVG 50
Rank #355 / 439
Private Rooms-----
Kennydale Golden Years AFH
AL
RESC
Renton (Kennydale)-No
23
Facility 23
WA AVG 50
Rank #352 / 439
Private Rooms-----

Rank badges are statewide and care-type specific: each assisted living community is ranked against every other WA assisted living community we track that reports that metric, not just the 5 on this page. See how we rank facilities

Financial Assistance for
Assisted Living in Washington

Merrill Gardens at Renton Centre is located in S Renton, Washington State.
Here are the financial assistance programs available to residents in Washington State.

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Community Options Program Entry System (COPES)

WA Medicaid COPES

Age 65+ or disabled
General Washington resident, Medicaid-eligible, nursing home-level care need.
Income Limits (2025) ~$2,829/month 300% FBR, individual
Asset Limits $2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple).
WA

High demand in urban areas (e.g., Seattle).

Benefits
Personal care (5-7 hours/day) Respite (240 hours/year) Adult day care ($70/day) Home modifications ($1,500 avg.)

Washington Family Caregiver Support Program

WA NFCSP

Age Caregiver of someone 60+ (or with dementia)
General Washington resident.
Income Limits No strict limit; prioritizes low-income.
Asset Limits Not applicable.
WA

High urban demand; rural outreach.

Benefits
In-home respite (4-6 hours/day) Adult day care (~$70/day) Short-term facility care (up to 5 days)

Community First Choice (CFC)

Washington Community First Choice

Age 65+ (or disabled 18+)
General WA resident, Medicaid-eligible, need help with 2+ ADLs/IADLs.
Income Limits (2025) ~$2,829/month; QIT optional.
Asset Limits $2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple).
WA

Broader than COPES; serves ~20,000; self-directed option.

Benefits
Personal care (4-6 hours/day) Respite (~240 hours/year) Assistive devices Training Transportation

Older Americans Act (OAA) Services

Washington OAA Services

Age 60+
General WA resident; no income/asset limits.
Income Limits (2025) None; donations encouraged.
Asset Limits Not assessed.
WA

13 AAAs; includes Meals on Wheels; rural focus.

Benefits
Meals (~$5-$7/meal) Transportation Homemaker services (~4 hours/week) Respite (~5 days/year) Legal aid

Medicare Savings Program (MSP)

Washington Medicare Savings Program

Age 65+ or disabled
General WA resident, Medicare Part A/B.
Income Limits (2025) ~$2,510/month (QMB), ~$3,380/month (SLMB), ~$3,598/month (QI)—individual.
Asset Limits $9,430 (individual), $14,130 (couple).
WA

Includes Extra Help for Part D; no waitlist.

Benefits
Covers Part B premiums ($174.70/month) Deductibles ($240/year) Copays (~20%)

VA Aid and Attendance (A&A) and Housebound Benefits

Washington VA Aid and Attendance/Housebound

Age 65+ or disabled veteran/spouse
General WA resident, wartime service, ADL help (A&A) or homebound.
Income Limits (2025) Net income < ~$1,984/month (veteran with dependent, A&A); pension offsets income.
Asset Limits ~$155,356 net worth
WA

High veteran use; supports rural/urban needs.

Benefits
Cash (~$1,433-$2,642/month veteran, ~$951-$1,318 spouse) for care costs

Senior Citizens Property Tax Exemption

Washington Senior Property Tax Exemption

Age 61+ or disabled retiree
General WA resident, homeowner, income-based.
Income Limits (2025) ~$45,000-$70,000/year varies by county, e.g., King: $70,000
Asset Limits Not assessed; home value cap varies ~$250,000-$400,000
WA

Saves ~$500-$1,500/year; offered statewide.

Benefits
Tax exemption (~$500-$1,500/year depending on county)

Senior Farmers’ Market Nutrition Program (SFMNP)

Washington SFMNP

Age 60+
General WA resident, low-income.
Income Limits (2025) ~$2,322/month 185% FPL
Asset Limits Not assessed.
WA

Vouchers (~$80/season); serves ~20,000 via AAAs.

Benefits
Vouchers (~$80/season) for produce at farmers’ markets

Frequently Asked Questions about Merrill Gardens at Renton Centre

What neighborhood is Merrill Gardens at Renton Centre in?

Merrill Gardens at Renton Centre is in the Burnett Avenue South neighborhood of Renton.

Is Merrill Gardens at Renton Centre in a walkable area?

Merrill Gardens at Renton Centre has a walk score of 93. 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 Renton Centre?

According to WA state health department records, Merrill Gardens at Renton Centre's license number is 2598.

When does Merrill Gardens at Renton Centre's license expire?

According to WA state health department records, Merrill Gardens at Renton Centre's license expires on June 30, 2027.

What is the occupancy rate at Merrill Gardens at Renton Centre?

Merrill Gardens at Renton Centre's occupancy is 86.4%.

Are pets allowed at Merrill Gardens at Renton Centre?

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

How many beds does Merrill Gardens at Renton Centre have?

Merrill Gardens at Renton Centre has 110 beds.

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