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Enjoy being close to a variety of stores, entertainment options and all things University of Washington at Merrill Gardens at the University, a remarkable senior living community in Seattle, WA. The community offers independent living and assisted living with 123 studio, one, and two bedroom private apartments. Here, residents enjoy various services for their convenience, including concierge services, scheduled transportation, 24-hour support, weekly housekeeping, and restaurant-style dining.
Residents here are guaranteed an active and vibrant lifestyle with a dedicated Active Living Program Director overseeing a packed calendar of enriching activities and various wellness programs. The community features an array of amenities designed for residents’ comfort and welfare, including a library, movie theater, fitness area, wine bar, salon, and a piano. The meeting spaces, cozy living areas, refreshing patios and courtyard provides a relaxing space for socializing.
Similar to the Washington average: 72.5%Key information about the people who lead and staff this community.
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.
This scorecard compares key inspection, citation, 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.
Deficiencies
| This Facility | WA Average | vs. WA Avg |
|---|---|---|---|
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Total deficiencies
Formal regulatory issues recorded by inspectors across all inspection types.
| 27 | 31 | This facility has 13% fewer total deficiencies than a typical Washington assisted living residence (27 vs. WA avg 31).↓ 13% better |
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Deficiencies per year
Average deficiencies per year since 2023.
| 9 | 10.3 | This facility has 13% fewer deficiencies per year than a typical Washington assisted living residence (9 vs. WA avg 10.3).↓ 13% better |
An editor-reviewed summary of the themes and findings across this facility's recent inspection reports.
Pets Allowed
Room Sizes: 525 / 770 / 930 sq. ft
Housing Options: Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Building Type: 3-story
Transportation Services
Fitness and Recreation
5.4 miles from city center
Estimated distance in miles from Seattle's city center to Merrill Gardens at The University's address, calculated via Google Maps.
— 0.95 miles to nearest hospital (Seattle Children's Heart Center)
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Merrill Gardens at The University is located in Seattle, Washington.
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The information below is reported by the Washington Department of Social and Health Services, Residential Care Services.
| Aegis Living Madison |
AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.
NH Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).
HC Home Care Professional care delivered in the person's own home — from companionship and errands to skilled nursing and therapy. Allows seniors to age in place. Medicare covers skilled home health when medically necessary.
MC Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk.
RC Respite Care Short-term temporary care — days to weeks — to give family caregivers a break. Full care provided during the stay. Often used after hospitalization or to trial a facility before a permanent placement decision. | Seattle (Miller Park) | 96
Facility
96
WA AVG
82
Rank
#117 / 366 | Yes |
90
Facility
90
WA AVG
51
Rank
#40 / 628 | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed |
87.5%
Facility
87.5%
WA AVG
74.4%
Rank
#60 / 285 | C+ | 13 | 5
Facility
5
WA AVG
8
Rank
#245 / 285 | 48
Facility
48
WA AVG
31
Rank
#227 / 285 | 3.7
Facility
3.7
WA AVG
3.4
Rank
#125 / 285 |
| Aegis Living West Seattle |
AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.
HC Home Care Professional care delivered in the person's own home — from companionship and errands to skilled nursing and therapy. Allows seniors to age in place. Medicare covers skilled home health when medically necessary.
MC Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk.
RC Respite Care Short-term temporary care — days to weeks — to give family caregivers a break. Full care provided during the stay. Often used after hospitalization or to trial a facility before a permanent placement decision. | Seattle (North Admiral) | 84
Facility
84
WA AVG
82
Rank
#160 / 366 | Yes |
76
Facility
76
WA AVG
51
Rank
#107 / 628 | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed |
81.0%
Facility
81.0%
WA AVG
74.4%
Rank
#111 / 285 | C+ | 10 | 3
Facility
3
WA AVG
8
Rank
#205 / 285 | 41
Facility
41
WA AVG
31
Rank
#203 / 285 | 4.1
Facility
4.1
WA AVG
3.4
Rank
#141 / 285 |
| Mirabella Seattle |
AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.
MC Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk.
NH Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).
NH Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care). | Seattle (South Lake Union) | 63
Facility
63
WA AVG
82
Rank
#237 / 366 | No |
99
Facility
99
WA AVG
51
Rank
#1 / 628 | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed |
46.0%
Facility
46.0%
WA AVG
74.4%
Rank
#266 / 285 | A+ | 6 | 2
Facility
2
WA AVG
8
Rank
#166 / 285 | 43
Facility
43
WA AVG
31
Rank
#212 / 285 | 7.2
Facility
7.2
WA AVG
3.4
Rank
#251 / 285 |
| GenCare Lifestyle Seattle at Ballard Landmark |
AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.
IL Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support.
RC Respite Care Short-term temporary care — days to weeks — to give family caregivers a break. Full care provided during the stay. Often used after hospitalization or to trial a facility before a permanent placement decision. | Seattle (Adams) | 63
Facility
63
WA AVG
82
Rank
#237 / 366 | Yes |
96
Facility
96
WA AVG
51
Rank
#15 / 628 | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed |
76.2%
Facility
76.2%
WA AVG
74.4%
Rank
#142 / 285 | A+ | 7 | 3
Facility
3
WA AVG
8
Rank
#205 / 285 | 64
Facility
64
WA AVG
31
Rank
#255 / 285 | 9.1
Facility
9.1
WA AVG
3.4
Rank
#269 / 285 |
| Merrill Gardens at The University |
AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.
IL Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support. | Seattle (University District) | 45
Facility
45
WA AVG
82
Rank
#313 / 366 | Yes |
88
Facility
88
WA AVG
51
Rank
#49 / 628 | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed |
73.3%
Facility
73.3%
WA AVG
74.4%
Rank
#159 / 285 | - | 5 | 0
Facility
0
WA AVG
8
Rank
#1 / 285 | 27
Facility
27
WA AVG
31
Rank
#155 / 285 | 5.4
Facility
5.4
WA AVG
3.4
Rank
#209 / 285 |
Merrill Gardens at The University is in the University District neighborhood of Seattle.
Merrill Gardens at The University has a walk score of 88. Very walkable. Most errands can be accomplished on foot, and many essentials are within a short walk.
According to WA state health department records, Merrill Gardens at The University's license number is 2588.
According to WA state health department records, Merrill Gardens at The University's license expires on August 31, 2026.
Merrill Gardens at The University's occupancy is 73%.
Merrill Gardens at The University has 45 beds.
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