Page 3 of Best Assisted Living in Seattle, WA

Why trust this guide? Our editorial team analyzed 38 assisted living communities in Seattle, WA using WA Dept. of Social & Health Services (DSHS) data, inspection records, complaints, amenities, and facility-level details. How we rank assisted living in WA
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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.

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. 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.
Protected: Ida Culver House Ravenna
AL
IL
Seattle (Ravenna)
7
Facility 7
WA AVG 79
Rank #280 / 285
Yes
86
Facility 86
WA AVG 50
Rank #46 / 439
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
100.0%
Facility 100.0%
WA AVG 75.8%
Rank #1 / 215
6
0
Facility 0
WA AVG 8
Rank #1 / 265
22
Facility 22
WA AVG 31
Rank #133 / 262
3.7
Facility 3.7
WA AVG 3.4
Rank #186 / 262
Merrill Gardens at The University
AL
IL
Ne Seattle (University District)
45
Facility 45
WA AVG 79
Rank #241 / 285
Yes
88
Facility 88
WA AVG 50
Rank #38 / 439
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
80.0%
Facility 80.0%
WA AVG 75.8%
Rank #92 / 215
5
0
Facility 0
WA AVG 8
Rank #1 / 265
16
Facility 16
WA AVG 31
Rank #102 / 262
3.2
Facility 3.2
WA AVG 3.4
Rank #158 / 262
Park Place
AL
South Seattle
156
Facility 156
WA AVG 79
Rank #9 / 285
Yes
70
Facility 70
WA AVG 50
Rank #110 / 439
-
89.7%
Facility 89.7%
WA AVG 75.8%
Rank #42 / 215
9
2
Facility 2
WA AVG 8
Rank #155 / 265
38
Facility 38
WA AVG 31
Rank #191 / 262
4.2
Facility 4.2
WA AVG 3.4
Rank #203 / 262
Protected: University House Wallingford
AL
IL
Seattle (Wallingford)
24
Facility 24
WA AVG 79
Rank #275 / 285
Yes
97
Facility 97
WA AVG 50
Rank #10 / 439
1 Bed / 2 Bed
66.7%
Facility 66.7%
WA AVG 75.8%
Rank #166 / 215
6
2
Facility 2
WA AVG 8
Rank #155 / 265
37
Facility 37
WA AVG 31
Rank #189 / 262
6.2
Facility 6.2
WA AVG 3.4
Rank #237 / 262
Emerald City Senior Living
AL
IL
MC
RESC
Seattle (Maple Leaf)
119
Facility 119
WA AVG 79
Rank #40 / 285
Yes
62
Facility 62
WA AVG 50
Rank #153 / 439
-
83.2%
Facility 83.2%
WA AVG 75.8%
Rank #74 / 215
12
5
Facility 5
WA AVG 8
Rank #235 / 265
33
Facility 33
WA AVG 31
Rank #176 / 262
2.8
Facility 2.8
WA AVG 3.4
Rank #137 / 262
Brookdale Admiral Heights
AL
IL
Seattle (North Admiral)
55
Facility 55
WA AVG 79
Rank #209 / 285
Yes
87
Facility 87
WA AVG 50
Rank #43 / 439
Studio / 1 Bed
70.9%
Facility 70.9%
WA AVG 75.8%
Rank #147 / 215
7
0
Facility 0
WA AVG 8
Rank #1 / 265
29
Facility 29
WA AVG 31
Rank #166 / 262
4.1
Facility 4.1
WA AVG 3.4
Rank #202 / 262
Brookdale West Seattle
AL
IL
Sw Seattle (Fairmount Park)
60
Facility 60
WA AVG 79
Rank #188 / 285
Yes
87
Facility 87
WA AVG 50
Rank #43 / 439
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
55.0%
Facility 55.0%
WA AVG 75.8%
Rank #194 / 215
7
0
Facility 0
WA AVG 8
Rank #1 / 265
58
Facility 58
WA AVG 31
Rank #231 / 262
8.3
Facility 8.3
WA AVG 3.4
Rank #252 / 262
Merrill Gardens at Ballard
AL
IL
MC
Seattle (Adams)
50
Facility 50
WA AVG 79
Rank #226 / 285
Yes
97
Facility 97
WA AVG 50
Rank #10 / 439
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed-4
0
Facility 0
WA AVG 8
Rank #1 / 265
15
Facility 15
WA AVG 31
Rank #93 / 262
3.8
Facility 3.8
WA AVG 3.4
Rank #189 / 262
The Kenney in West Seattle
AL
IL
MC
Seattle (West Seattle)
53
Facility 53
WA AVG 79
Rank #217 / 285
Yes
74
Facility 74
WA AVG 50
Rank #89 / 439
-
43.4%
Facility 43.4%
WA AVG 75.8%
Rank #208 / 215
12
2
Facility 2
WA AVG 8
Rank #155 / 265
56
Facility 56
WA AVG 31
Rank #229 / 262
4.7
Facility 4.7
WA AVG 3.4
Rank #220 / 262
Protected: The Lakeshore
AL
IL
Seattle (Rainier Avenue South)
45
Facility 45
WA AVG 79
Rank #241 / 285
No
49
Facility 49
WA AVG 50
Rank #232 / 439
--6
0
Facility 0
WA AVG 8
Rank #1 / 265
32
Facility 32
WA AVG 31
Rank #173 / 262
5.3
Facility 5.3
WA AVG 3.4
Rank #228 / 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 38 analyzed for Seattle. See how we rank facilities

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Overview of Emerald City Senior Living

Emerald City Senior Living operates in Seattle’s Maple Leaf neighborhood, offering independent living, assisted living, and memory care. Independent living pairs private apartments with community services, while assisted living provides daily help for bathing, dressing, and medications. Memory care delivers secured supervision for individuals prone to wandering, and housing multiple care levels on one campus accommodates evolving needs.

The 119-bed community provides short-term respite stays and accepts Medicaid to support varied financial plans. On-site perks include a salon, spa, rehabilitation services, transportation, and pet-friendly policies alongside an Adult Family Home Nursing program. A walk score of 62 marks the neighborhood as fairly walkable for select daily trips.

Prospective residents considering options in Seattle will find a flexible campus equipped with varied care tiers and supportive payment choices.

Contact Emerald City Senior Living

Overview of Brookdale Admiral Heights

Brookdale Admiral Heights is an exclusive senior living community in Seattle, Washington, offering independent living and assisted living options. Residents can enjoy a carefree lifestyle in a quaint, walkable neighborhood with shops, restaurants, and sidewalk cafes, plus personalized care in assisted living if needed. The community provides a maintenance-free environment, with the staff handling cooking, cleaning, and other chores. Residents can take advantage of convenient amenities and services, including restaurant-style dining and a hair salon on campus. Brookdale Admiral Heights offers several great floor plans to choose from, including pet-friendly apartments, with utilities and maintenance typically included.

Independent living residents can access dining, recreational and social activities, and wellness amenities like fitness classes. For those requiring assisted living, trained caregivers provide customized support with daily tasks, medication management, and mobility, empowering residents to redefine their independence. The community’s activity calendar is tailored to different needs and interests, offering a variety of creative pursuits, brain teasers, and social events. Residents can also savor delicious, chef-inspired meals in the restaurant-style dining room, with opportunities to provide input on menu planning.

$4,995/Month

Contact Brookdale Admiral Heights

Overview of Brookdale West Seattle

Brookdale West Seattle in Seattle, WA, works at two levels, assisted living and independent living. Assisted living means staff at hand for dressing, bathing, and taking medication. Independent living comes with the community’s services and none of the daily care, and a resident whose needs grow crosses from one to the other without leaving.

Units come as studios, one bedroom, and two bedroom. A studio is one private space for one person, and a two bedroom works for a couple moving in together or for anyone who wants a companion. Respite care is here too, for the short stay a family caregiver books around travel or a recovery.

There are 60 beds, and independent living starts at $4,450 a month while assisted living starts at $3,995. Medicaid is accepted, and an eligible resident can put that benefit toward the cost.

Dining is restaurant-style, with seasonal menu options that change each day. A fitness center, a salon, and arts and crafts are on the amenity list, and pets are allowed. Very walkable covers the 87 this address scores, and most errands go on foot for a resident who no longer drives.

$3,995/Month

Contact Brookdale West Seattle

Overview of Merrill Gardens at Ballard

Experience quality senior living at Merrill Gardens at Ballard, an exceptional senior living community in Seattle, WA, offering independent living, assisted living, and memory care. Residents can choose from 101 studio, one, and two-bedroom apartments, memory care options, and enjoy access to concierge services, scheduled transportation, 24-hour monitoring, and weekly housekeeping. Close to the downtown core, the community is an urban paradise with eclectic shops and restaurants, with close proximity to landmarks such as Salmon Bay and the famous Ballard Locks and Gardens.

Designed to promote independence, the community provides plenty of opportunities for exploring passions or discovering new hobbies with their wide array of activities and programs. Merrill Gardens at Ballard is modern yet intimate with a ton of amenities including a theater, library, bistro, and large private apartments with a washer/dryer and full kitchen. Residents stay nourished with restaurant-style meals served 7 days a week. With its comprehensive services, and stimulating activities and programs, Merrill Gardens at Ballard encourages a fulfilling and well-supported lifestyle.

Starting Price $3,995/Month

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Overview of The Kenney in West Seattle

The Kenney is a senior living community at 7125 Fauntleroy Way SW in West Seattle, near Lincoln Park, Alki Beach, and the Fauntleroy Ferry terminal. Operating since 1909, it stands as one of the longer-serving options in the city, offering independent living, assisted living, and memory care on a single campus.

The 53-bed property currently operates at around 40 percent capacity. The surrounding neighborhood carries a walk score of 74, making it easy for residents and visiting family members to run daily errands on foot.

Day-to-day life includes restaurant-style dining tailored to individual dietary needs, a fitness center, landscaped gardens, an on-site chapel, and concierge services. The community welcomes pets and runs a weekly activities schedule. Having memory care on site allows residents experiencing cognitive decline to stay in the same community as their needs shift. The facility accepts Medicaid along with private pay.

Prospective residents can reach out to the administrative office on Fauntleroy Way SW directly to ask about open apartments, discuss Medicaid coverage, or schedule a tour.

Contact The Kenney in West Seattle

Overview of Providence Mount St. Vincent

Providence Mount St. Vincent offers nursing home, skilled nursing, assisted living, independent living, and respite care in Seattle, WA. In assisted living, a resident receives help with daily tasks while maintaining an apartment, while independent living provides a private living arrangement without daily care. Skilled nursing and nursing home care provide nursing support on site.

Respite care offers a short stay when a person’s usual caregiver needs to travel or recover. The range of care levels can also suit a resident whose needs grow over time without leaving the community. Providence Mount St. Vincent has 122 beds.

Payment options include Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay. Medicare can cover short term skilled care after a hospital stay rather than long term residence, while Medicaid may help when savings do not cover a long stay. Private pay allows families to use personal funds.

Total nurse staffing is 4h 41m per resident/day, representing the daily nurse care time allocated per resident. On site outpatient rehabilitation allows a resident to receive therapy without arranging transportation elsewhere, and the barber and beauty salon provides grooming services within the community. Religious services are also available.

A Walk Score of 60 makes the area somewhat walkable. Some errands can be done on foot, so a resident who no longer drives can handle some nearby errands independently.

Contact Providence Mount St. Vincent

Overview of Kline Galland Home

Conveniently located in a serene area in Seattle, WA, Kline Galland Home is a peaceful retreat for those needing short-term rehabilitation, long-term care, and memory care. With a high caregiver-to-resident ratio, the community guarantees personalized and truly one-on-one attention. Those affected by Alzheimer’s and memory loss are cared for by a specially trained care team in an environment tailored to their unique needs.

Residents’ daily lives are filled with an array of fun and enriching activities like exercise classes, games, and holiday celebrations. Meals are carefully prepared and served daily with accommodations for unique dietary needs and preferences. At Kline Galland Home, residents achieve their maximum potential in a safe and healing environment.

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Kin On

4416 S Brandon St, Seattle, WA 98118
Overview of Kin On

A comprehensive provider of senior living solutions and services, Kin On provides assisted living, home health and home care, adult family home services, and skilled rehabilitation and care for Asian seniors across Seattle, WA. Spend a glorious retirement surrounded by cozy and intimate residences, carefully designed to maximize comfort and safety. With a respectful and highly trained team lending extra support around the clock, seniors have more time to explore new interests and relationships.

Kin On strives to provide inclusivity and diversity for Asian older adults, providing them with a knowledgeable team for better communication and understanding. Moreover, residents have a lot of fun things to do with various activities and programs hosted for their leisure and wellness. Delicious and healthy meals are served to meet residents’ dietary needs and tastes. The community is a haven for seniors to live comfortably embraced by welcoming people and serene spaces.

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Overview of Skyline

Situated in Seattle, WA, Skyline Nursing Center provides rehabilitation and skilled nursing. Total nurse staffing is 5 hours and 20 minutes per resident per day, representing the daily nursing time allocated to each resident.

The 34-bed community is smaller in scale, which can support regular familiarity between residents and staff. It is also a high-rise with one-bedroom and two-bedroom housing options. Furthermore, the range of care levels may suit a resident whose needs grow over time, since moving between levels can be accommodated without leaving the community. Pets are allowed so that a resident may bring animal companions.

A Walk Score of 98 places the area in a walker’s paradise, where daily errands do not require a car. For a resident who no longer drives, errands can still be completed independently on foot. Payment options are Medicare and private pay. This also indicates that Medicare is used for short-term skilled care after a hospital stay rather than long-term residence.

Contact Skyline

Overview of Truewood by Merrill Gardens

Truewood by Merrill Gardens offers independent living, assisted living, and memory care in Seattle, Washington. Independent living provides private living with community services and no daily care, while assisted living adds help with daily tasks such as dressing, bathing, and medication. Memory care provides a secured setting with supervision for someone at risk of wandering.

All three levels are on one campus. A resident whose needs grow can move to a different level of care without leaving the community or starting over socially, so the setting may be a good fit for someone planning for changing support needs. The community has 75 beds and opened in 1993.

Medicaid is accepted, giving families another way to pay when personal savings may not cover a long stay. Pets are allowed, so a resident may continue living with a pet after moving in. A salon provides hair and grooming services on site, and the garden offers an outdoor place to spend time; with a Walk Score of 99 out of 100, the area is in the walker’s paradise band, where daily errands do not require a car, so a resident who no longer drives can still get out independently.

Contact Truewood by Merrill Gardens

Weighting overview

  • 35%
    Resident Experience
  • 25%
    Regulatory
  • 15%
    Visual Media
  • 10%
    Website
  • 10%
    Stability
  • 5%
    Environment
01

Resident & Family Experience 35%

The single largest share of every ranking. Aggregated review sentiment and volume from major platforms — the closest signal to real resident experience.

  • Includes
  • Review Sentiment
  • Review Volume
02

Regulatory & Safety Record 25%

State inspection records, citations, and complaint visits. We weight per-inspection rates more heavily than raw counts.

  • Includes
  • State Inspections
  • Citations/Inspection
  • % Inspections w/ Citations
  • Complaint Visits
  • Accreditations
  • BBB Rating
03

Visual Media & Transparency 15%

Communities that publish high-quality visuals give families a real preview. No photos or tours = a negative transparency signal.

  • Includes
  • Video Tours
  • Virtual Walkthroughs
  • Photo Quantity
  • Photo Quality
04

Website & Operator Transparency 10%

Site quality and whether the operator publishes basic accountability information — staff names, contact details, ownership.

  • Includes
  • Website Content
  • Mobile Usability
  • Staff Info Available
  • Owner Info Available
05

Community Stability 10%

Operational signals indicating whether a community is well-run and meeting demand.

  • Includes
  • Occupancy Rate
  • Bed Options
06

Environment & Pricing 5%

Walkability and pricing transparency. Walk Score is weighted higher for Independent Living than for Memory Care, where most residents do not leave unaccompanied.

  • Includes
  • Walk Score
  • Pricing Transparency
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Assisted Living in Seattle at a glance

Avg Monthly Cost: $7,571The average monthly cost across facilities in Seattle, WA. Reflects published or estimated base rates and can vary with care level, room type, and amenities. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: $5,600
Avg Walk Score: 82/ 100The average Walk Score across facilities in Seattle, WA. A third-party neighborhood walkability score (0–100) measuring convenience and context, not healthcare quality. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: 50/ 100
Avg No. of Beds: 81The average licensed bed capacity across facilities in Seattle, WA. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: 90
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Frequently Asked Questions about Assisted Living in Seattle, WA

What is the average cost of assisted living in Seattle, WA?

The average monthly cost of assisted living in Seattle, WA is approximately $7,500. Actual rates vary by community, level of care, and floorplan.

What is the price range for assisted living in Seattle, WA?

Assisted living in Seattle, WA typically ranges from $7,000–$9,600 per month, depending on the community, room type, and care needs.

What is the typical staff-to-resident ratio at assisted living facilities in Seattle, WA?

Assisted living facilities in Seattle, WA typically operate with a staff-to-resident ratio in the range of 1:6 to 1:12.

What's the difference between assisted living and memory care in Washington?

Assisted living in Washington supports residents with daily activities (bathing, dressing, medication management) while preserving independence. Memory care is a specialized form of assisted living for residents living with Alzheimer's or dementia, and adds 24/7 secured environments, dementia-trained staff, and structured routines designed to reduce confusion and wandering.

What's the difference between assisted living and a nursing home in Washington?

Assisted living in Washington is a residential model focused on housing, hospitality, and help with daily activities. Nursing homes (skilled nursing facilities) provide 24/7 medical care from licensed nurses for residents with significant health needs, and are regulated more strictly under both state and federal CMS rules.

Does Washington Medicaid cover assisted living?

Washington Medicaid does not directly pay room-and-board for assisted living, but most states (including Washington) offer Home and Community-Based Services (HCBS) waivers that can offset the cost of care services delivered inside a licensed community. Eligibility, waitlists, and covered services vary — check directly with the state Medicaid agency.

What is assisted living?

Assisted living combines private or semi-private apartments with help on activities of daily living (meals, bathing, dressing, medication management) and a social calendar — for residents who need some support but do not need 24/7 medical care.