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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.
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Staffing
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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.
Includes all inspection records for this property, which could include management/ownership changes. 61 deficiencies 6 inspections
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 2024 vs. Washington state average
• Total deficiencies (97% above)
• Deficiencies per inspection (126% above) 0 Better No metrics in this bucket.
Deficiencies
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This Facility | WA Average | vs. WA Avg |
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Total deficiencies
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61 | 31 | This facility has 97% more total deficiencies than a typical Washington assisted living residence (61 vs. WA avg 31).↑ 97% worse |
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Deficiencies per inspection
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10.2 | 4.51 | This facility has 126% more deficiencies per inspection than a typical Washington assisted living residence (10.2 vs. WA avg 4.51).↑ 126% worse |
Inspections
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This Facility | WA Average | vs. WA Avg |
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Total inspections
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6 | 9 | 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 |
What does this home offer?
Pets Allowed
Housing Options: Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Building Type: High-rise
Transportation Services
Fitness and Recreation
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.
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2.4 miles from city center
Estimated distance in miles from Tukwila's city center to Merrill Gardens at Tukwila's address, calculated via Google Maps.
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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.
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Care Types in This Table
AL (Assisted Living):
Housing with help for daily activities like bathing, dressing, and medication, without 24-hour skilled nursing.
NH (Nursing Home):
24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs.
SNF (Skilled Nursing Facility):
Round-the-clock nursing care, often for recovery after surgery, injury, or illness.
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.
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City and state of the facility. Used for mapping and state-average comparisons.
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Licensed bed capacity (maximum allowed). Not the same as how many beds are currently filled.
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Indicates whether residents are allowed to have pets in the facility.
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Third-party neighborhood walkability score (0–100). Convenience/context metric, not a healthcare quality measure.
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Description of bed or unit types offered (e.g. assisted living, memory care), as reported in state or facility disclosures.
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Reported or derived occupancy for the facility—typically how fully licensed capacity is utilized. Compare across peers in the same market.
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Better Business Bureau grade for the operating company. Reflects complaint handling and business practices, not clinical care quality.
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Count of regulatory inspections in the reporting window. Higher volume can reflect more oversight visits, complaint-driven surveys, or routine licensure cycles.
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Inspection events categorized as complaint-related by the state regulator.
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Total count of deficiencies (cited regulatory issues) recorded in the selected reporting period. Read alongside inspection counts for context.
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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.
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| Silverado Bellingham Memory Care Community |
AL
MC
|
Bellingham (Cordata) |
85
Facility
85
WA AVG
78
Rank
#115 / 324
| Yes |
32
Facility
32
WA AVG
52
Rank
#434 / 583
| Private Rooms |
94.1%
Facility
94.1%
WA AVG
74.7%
Rank
#23 / 248
| - | 7 |
1
Facility
1
WA AVG
8
Rank
#118 / 282
|
12
Facility
12
WA AVG
31
Rank
#4 / 279
|
1.7
Facility
1.7
WA AVG
3.4
Rank
#5 / 279
|
| The Cottages of Snohomish |
AL
IL
MC
|
Snohomish (Northwest Snohomish) |
84
Facility
84
WA AVG
78
Rank
#126 / 324
| No |
39
Facility
39
WA AVG
52
Rank
#390 / 583
| - |
56.0%
Facility
56.0%
WA AVG
74.7%
Rank
#202 / 248
| B- | 7 |
0
Facility
0
WA AVG
8
Rank
#1 / 282
|
27
Facility
27
WA AVG
31
Rank
#42 / 279
|
3.9
Facility
3.9
WA AVG
3.4
Rank
#31 / 279
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| Merrill Gardens at Tukwila |
AL
IL
MC
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E Tukwila (Southcenter) |
80
Facility
80
WA AVG
78
Rank
#137 / 324
| Yes |
63
Facility
63
WA AVG
52
Rank
#201 / 583
| Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed | 82.5% | - | 6 |
1
Facility
1
WA AVG
8
Rank
#1 / 282
|
61
Facility
61
WA AVG
31
Rank
#66 / 279
|
10.2
Facility
10.2
WA AVG
3.4
Rank
#233 / 279
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| Ellensburg Senior Living |
AL
IL
MC
RC
|
Ellensburg |
80
Facility
80
WA AVG
78
Rank
#137 / 324
| Yes |
38
Facility
38
WA AVG
52
Rank
#398 / 583
| Studio / 1 Bed |
86.3%
Facility
86.3%
WA AVG
74.7%
Rank
#65 / 248
| A+ | 21 |
0
Facility
0
WA AVG
8
Rank
#1 / 282
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69
Facility
69
WA AVG
31
Rank
#234 / 279
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3.3
Facility
3.3
WA AVG
3.4
Rank
#116 / 279
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| Washington Odd Fellows Home |
AL
NH
SNF
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Walla Walla |
71
Facility
71
WA AVG
78
Rank
#170 / 324
| No |
67
Facility
67
WA AVG
52
Rank
#168 / 583
| Studio / 1 Bed |
71.8%
Facility
71.8%
WA AVG
74.7%
Rank
#157 / 248
| - | 7 |
0
Facility
0
WA AVG
8
Rank
#118 / 282
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22
Facility
22
WA AVG
31
Rank
#38 / 279
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3.1
Facility
3.1
WA AVG
3.4
Rank
#18 / 279
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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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