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

Merrill Gardens at Tukwila

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

Overview of Merrill Gardens at Tukwila

Merrill Gardens at Tukwila is a modern senior living community located on the Green River, just blocks from Southcenter Mall in Tukwila, WA. This community offers independent living, assisted living, and memory care services. Residents can choose from 134 apartments, including studios, one, and two-bedroom options.The Garden House memory care community provides a secure, inviting environment for those with Alzheimer’s and other dementias, with a specially trained team available 24/7.

The community aims to provide top-quality care in a comfortable and social setting. The community offers a variety of amenities, including beautifully landscaped grounds, a courtyard, a bistro and wine bar, a movie theater, a fitness area, and more. Seniors here enjoy scheduled transportation, 24-hour staffing, weekly housekeeping, and fresh, restaurant-style meals served seven days a week through the Anytime Dining program. Residents benefit from a resident call system, many transportation options, on-site maintenance, weekly housekeeping, and a wellness program. Pets are welcome, ensuring a warm and inclusive environment for all.

By The Numbers

Community insights.

Bed count Info A smaller, more intimate setting that may offer a quieter environment and closer staff-resident interactions. 80 Rank #124 / 285Bed count — State benchmarkedThis assisted living community is ranked 124th 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.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.

Smaller home · May offer a more intimate, personalized care environment.

Walk Score Info Somewhat walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities. Rank #144 / 439Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis assisted living community is ranked 144th 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.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
63 / 100
Occupancy rate Info Occupancy lower than 85% suggests more openings may be available. Rank #81 / 215Occupancy rate — State benchmarkedThis assisted living community is ranked 81st 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.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
82.5% This home usually has availability
Higher than the Washington average: 75.8%
About This Community

Pricing & Financial Information

Starting Price
$3,595/Month

Awards

2025 Reputation 800 Award
2024-2025 Great Place to Work

License Details

Facility TypeBoarding Home
CountyKing
License Number2727

Safety & Compliance

Emergency SystemsResident Call System.
Safety Features24-hour Staffing.

Leadership

ContactFowler, Shane J. (per state records, record updated Jul 2026)

Staffing & Medical

1 service
Licensed Nurses/CNAs

Additional Services

1 service
Transportation Services

Additional Policies & Features

Pets Allowed
HousekeepingYes

Amenities & Lifestyle

Housekeeping
Fitness Center
Pet Friendly
Wellness Center
Fitness And Recreation
Activities
Specific ProgramsAnytime Dining, Active Living Program

Room Accommodations

Housing OptionsStudio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Building TypeHigh-rise

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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 2024 · 2 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.
61 deficiencies 6 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 2024 vs. Washington state average
Overall vs. WA average 2 Worse Metrics worse than Washington average:
• Total deficiencies (118% above)
• Deficiencies per inspection (229% above)
0 Better No metrics in this bucket.

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. 6128.0 This facility has 118% more total deficiencies than a typical Washington assisted living residence (61 vs. WA avg 28).↑ 118% worse
Deficiencies per inspection Info Average deficiencies per inspection. 10.23.1 This facility has 229% more deficiencies per inspection than a typical Washington assisted living residence (10.2 vs. WA avg 3.1).↑ 229% worse

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. 69.0 This facility has had 33% fewer total inspections than the Washington average (6 vs. WA avg 9). More inspections can mean more regulatory scrutiny rather than worse care.↓ 33% fewer

Managed by Shane Fowler

Senior Executive Director

Shane Fowler is the Senior Executive Director at Merrill Gardens at Tukwila. With a lifelong career in senior living, Shane is a servant leader who embraces community culture and diversity. He is passionate about creating a place of belonging for all residents, ensuring the community feels like home to everyone.

Living Spaces & Floor Plans for Merrill Gardens at Tukwila

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Address 2.4 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from Tukwila's city center to Merrill Gardens at Tukwila's address, calculated via Google Maps.

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Compare Assisted Living around the area

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. 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.
Better Business Bureau grade for the operating company. Reflects complaint handling and business practices, not clinical care quality.
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.
Harbour Pointe Senior Living
AL
MC
RC
Mukilteo
110
Facility 110
WA AVG 79
Rank #47 / 285
Yes
52
Facility 52
WA AVG 50
Rank #214 / 439
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
81.8%
Facility 81.8%
WA AVG 75.8%
Rank #86 / 215
A+20
5
Facility 5
WA AVG 8
Rank #235 / 265
47
Facility 47
WA AVG 31
Rank #219 / 262
2.4
Facility 2.4
WA AVG 3.4
Rank #110 / 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
Merrill Gardens at Tukwila
AL
IL
MC
E Tukwila (Southcenter)
80
Facility 80
WA AVG 79
Rank #124 / 285
Yes
63
Facility 63
WA AVG 50
Rank #144 / 439
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
82.5%
Facility 82.5%
WA AVG 75.8%
Rank #81 / 215
-6
1
Facility 1
WA AVG 8
Rank #110 / 265
61
Facility 61
WA AVG 31
Rank #234 / 262
10.2
Facility 10.2
WA AVG 3.4
Rank #256 / 262
Ellensburg Senior Living
AL
IL
MC
RC
Ellensburg
80
Facility 80
WA AVG 79
Rank #124 / 285
Yes
38
Facility 38
WA AVG 50
Rank #292 / 439
Studio / 1 Bed
86.3%
Facility 86.3%
WA AVG 75.8%
Rank #57 / 215
A+21
0
Facility 0
WA AVG 8
Rank #1 / 265
69
Facility 69
WA AVG 31
Rank #246 / 262
3.3
Facility 3.3
WA AVG 3.4
Rank #166 / 262
HomePlace Special Care at Burlington
AL
MC
Burlington
46
Facility 46
WA AVG 79
Rank #239 / 285
Yes
53
Facility 53
WA AVG 50
Rank #211 / 439
Private / Shared Studio
80.4%
Facility 80.4%
WA AVG 75.8%
Rank #90 / 215
A+11
4
Facility 4
WA AVG 8
Rank #223 / 265
23
Facility 23
WA AVG 31
Rank #138 / 262
2.1
Facility 2.1
WA AVG 3.4
Rank #91 / 262

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

Frequently Asked Questions about Merrill Gardens at Tukwila

What neighborhood is Merrill Gardens at Tukwila in?

Merrill Gardens at Tukwila is in the Southcenter neighborhood of Tukwila.

Is Merrill Gardens at Tukwila in a walkable area?

Merrill Gardens at Tukwila has a walk score of 63. Somewhat walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities.

What is the license number of Merrill Gardens at Tukwila?

According to WA state health department records, Merrill Gardens at Tukwila's license number is 2727.

What is the occupancy rate at Merrill Gardens at Tukwila?

Merrill Gardens at Tukwila's occupancy is 82.5%.

Are pets allowed at Merrill Gardens at Tukwila?

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

How many beds does Merrill Gardens at Tukwila have?

Merrill Gardens at Tukwila has 80 beds.

How much does Merrill Gardens at Tukwila cost per month?

Pricing at Merrill Gardens at Tukwila starts at $3,595 per month, with rates varying by floorplan and additional care needs.

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