Medium-capacity home · Offers a balance of services and community atmosphere.
Sterling Estates
Sterling Estates is a 175-bed assisted living community in Marietta, Georgia, offering personalized care and memory care services. Operating for nine years, the facility serves the East Cobb area with assistance for activities of daily living, wellness programs, and dining services.
The most recent inspection on November 15, 2021, was a complaint investigation that found no rule violations. Earlier inspections and complaint investigations identified no deficiencies or citations. Over the last four years, the facility recorded zero deficiencies. Complaint investigations were unsubstantiated. No issues were noted during COVID-19 monitoring for infection control and capacity management.
Sterling Estates ranks 38th by bed count among Georgia’s 669 assisted living communities, indicating a larger operation with diverse programs and amenities.
Prospective residents considering established providers will find a nine-year operational history with consistent compliance standards. On-site activities and lifestyle features support resident engagement and wellness. The facility welcomes family tours to explore available care options.
Community insights.
About this community
Sterling Estates is administered by Ms. Deana Harris.
Inspection History
In Georgia, the Department of Community Health, Healthcare Facility Regulation Division conducts unannounced inspections to ensure facilities adhere to state health and safety requirements.
Inspection Scorecard
This scorecard compares key inspection, deficiency, and complaint metrics at this facility against the Georgia state average. Metrics rated ≥15% worse than average are highlighted in red; those ≥15% better are highlighted in green.
Since 2018 vs. Georgia state average• Total deficiencies (100% below)
Deficiencies
| This Facility | GA Average | vs. GA Avg |
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Total deficiencies
| 0 | 25 | This facility has 100% fewer total deficiencies than a typical Georgia assisted living residence (0 vs. GA avg 25).↓ 100% better |
Inspections
| This Facility | GA Average | vs. GA Avg |
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Total inspections
| 6 | 16 | This facility has had 63% fewer total inspections than the Georgia average (6 vs. GA avg 16). More inspections can mean more regulatory scrutiny rather than worse care.↓ 63% fewer |
Living Spaces & Floor Plans for Sterling Estates
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2.9 miles from city center
Estimated distance in miles from Marietta's city center to Sterling Estates's address, calculated via Google Maps.
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Info below is compiled from the GA Dept. of Community Health (DCH), senior community websites & trusted data sources such as Walk Score & BBB.
Communities are listed from highest to lowest based on our ranking 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.
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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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Number of years the company has been in operation.
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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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A named contact for the facility. Hover the name to see their role — Administrator (state administrator of record or facility-provided administrator), Nursing Director, Medical Director, or Staff. The most authoritative available is shown.
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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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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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| Atherton Place | AL MC | Marietta | 200
Facility
200
GA AVG
87
Rank
#23 / 661 | No |
65
Facility
65
GA AVG
41
Rank
#146 / 838 | - | 22
Facility
22
GA AVG
14
Rank
#131 / 671 | - | Mr. Joseph Vanhorn, Jr. | 7 | 0
Facility
0
GA AVG
21
Rank
#1 / 480 | 0.0
Facility
0.0
GA AVG
1.3
Rank
#1 / 480 |
| Sterling Estates | AL IL MC RC | Marietta | 175
Facility
175
GA AVG
87
Rank
#42 / 661 | No | - | - | 9
Facility
9
GA AVG
14
Rank
#290 / 671 | - | Ms. Deana Harris | 6 | 0
Facility
0
GA AVG
21
Rank
#1 / 480 | 0.0
Facility
0.0
GA AVG
1.3
Rank
#1 / 480 |
| Winnwood Retirement Community | AL IL RC | Marietta | 70
Facility
70
GA AVG
87
Rank
#388 / 661 | Yes |
84
Facility
84
GA AVG
41
Rank
#11 / 838 | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed | 9
Facility
9
GA AVG
14
Rank
#290 / 671 | - | Terry Norman | 12 | 0
Facility
0
GA AVG
21
Rank
#1 / 480 | 0.0
Facility
0.0
GA AVG
1.3
Rank
#1 / 480 |
| Oaks at Towne Lake | AL MC RC | Woodstock | 40
Facility
40
GA AVG
87
Rank
#556 / 661 | No |
52
Facility
52
GA AVG
41
Rank
#291 / 838 | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed | 12
Facility
12
GA AVG
14
Rank
#184 / 671 | A+ | Laura Aranda | 14 | 1
Facility
1
GA AVG
21
Rank
#92 / 480 | 0.1
Facility
0.1
GA AVG
1.3
Rank
#92 / 480 |
| Parc at Piedmont East Cobb | AL IL RESC | Marietta | 40
Facility
40
GA AVG
87
Rank
#556 / 661 | Yes |
44
Facility
44
GA AVG
41
Rank
#385 / 838 | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed | 25
Facility
25
GA AVG
14
Rank
#116 / 671 | B- | Bradley Bickford | 4 | 1
Facility
1
GA AVG
21
Rank
#92 / 480 | 0.3
Facility
0.3
GA AVG
1.3
Rank
#129 / 480 |
Financial Assistance for
Assisted Living in Georgia
Sterling Estates is located in MARIETTA, Georgia.
Here are the financial assistance programs available to residents in Georgia.
Frequently Asked Questions about Sterling Estates
How long has Sterling Estates been in business?
Sterling Estates has been operating for approximately 9 years, based on available licensing and registration records.
Does Sterling Estates have different floorplan options?
Yes — see the floorplan options available at Sterling Estates on this page.
Are pets allowed at Sterling Estates?
No, Sterling Estates has a no-pet policy.
What is the best email address for Sterling Estates?
The team at Sterling Estates can be reached at mgill@sterling-estates.com.
Who is the administrator of Sterling Estates?
Ms DEANA HARRIS is the administrator of Sterling Estates.
How many beds does Sterling Estates have?
Sterling Estates has 175 beds.
Has Sterling Estates had any deficiencies?
Sterling Estates has no reported deficiencies since 2018 according to records from Georgia Department of Community Health (DCH).
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