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

Merrill Gardens at Burien

Assisted Living, Independent Living & Memory Care · Burien, WA
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Overview of Merrill Gardens at Burien

Enjoy a vibrant lifestyle at Merrill Gardens at Burien, a welcoming senior living community in Burien, WA, offering independent living, assisted living, and memory care. The community features spacious and elegantly designed studio, one, and two-bedroom apartments, offering a cozy residence. With weekly housekeeping, 24-hour assistance, and concierge services, residents enjoy a well-supported living with plenty of extra time to explore new things.

At Merrill Gardens at Burien, residents live a full and happy life built around their delights and hobbies with an array of activities overseen by a dedicated Active Living Director. These include day trips, strength training, scenic drives, movies, jazz concerts, and so much more. Residents also enjoy access to various amenities designed for comfort and leisure, such as restaurant-style meals, well-stocked library, a wine bar, movie theater, fitness area, salon, and a beautiful courtyard for outdoor activities.

Bed community size
60-bed community Rank #246 / 366Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 246th out of 366 homes in Washington. 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.Rankings are based only on facilities in Washington that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
A moderately sized community that may balance personal attention with shared amenities and social activities.
Years in operation
16 years in operation
A community with a solid operating history and experience delivering ongoing care.
Walk Score
Walk Score: 91 / 100 Rank #37 / 628Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 37th out of 628 homes in Washington. Shows how walkable this facility's neighborhood is compared to the average Walk Score across Washington facilities. Higher scores benefit residents, families, and staff.Rankings are based only on facilities in Washington that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Walker's paradise. Daily errands do not require a car, with many shops and services nearby.
BBB Rating
BBB Rating: A+ (Not Accredited)
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About this community

Occupancy

Occupancy rate
72%
Rank #188 / 310Occupancy rate — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 188th out of 310 homes in Washington. Shows this facility's occupancy rate versus the Washington average, with its Statewide rank out of 310. Higher occupancy signals strong local demand and financial stability.Rankings are based only on facilities in Washington that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Similar to the Washington average: 72.5%
Occupied beds
43 / 60
Average occupied beds in Washington homes 73 beds

Awards

Great Place to Work 2024-2025

License Details

Facility TypeBoarding Home
StatusOperating
ExpirationMay 31, 2027
CountyKing
License Number2406

Staffing

Key information about the people who lead and staff this community.

Leadership

ContactNyoro, James

Staffing & Medical

2 services
Licensed Nurses/CNAs
24-Hour Staffing

Additional Policies & Features

HousekeepingYes

Amenities & Lifestyle

Resident Call System
Transportation Options
Anytime Dining
On-Site Maintenance
Weekly Housekeeping
Fitness Area
Pets Welcome
Wellness Program

Pricing & Financial Information

Starting Price$4,750 per month

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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 2022 · 4 years of data 29 deficiencies

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 2022 vs. Washington state average
Overall vs. WA average 0 Worse No metrics in this bucket. 2 Better Metrics better than Washington average:
• Total deficiencies (6% below)
• Deficiencies per year (6% below)
Latest Inspection February 26, 2025 Life Safety

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. 2931 This facility has 6% fewer total deficiencies than a typical Washington assisted living residence (29 vs. WA avg 31).↓ 6% better
Deficiencies per year Info Average deficiencies per year since 2022. 7.37.8 This facility has 6% fewer deficiencies per year than a typical Washington assisted living residence (7.3 vs. WA avg 7.8).↓ 6% better

Inspection Reports Summary Info An editor-reviewed summary of the themes and findings across this facility's recent inspection reports.

  • February 26, 2025 fire safety inspection found three documentation deficiencies for fire-resistance-rated construction and sprinkler system testing.
  • March 12, 2024 life safety inspection cited seven violations including fire door defects, loaded sprinklers, and nonworking emergency lights.
  • July 9, 2024 follow-up inspection found no deficiencies and confirmed correction of prior tuberculosis testing citations.

What does this home offer?

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Room Sizes: 467 / 572 / 672 / 707 / 730 / 1025 / 1053 sq. ft

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Housing Options: Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed

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Building Type: Mid-rise

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Fitness and Recreation

Living Spaces & Floor Plans for Merrill Gardens at Burien

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Places of interest near Merrill Gardens at Burien

Address 0.1 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from Burien's city center to Merrill Gardens at Burien's address, calculated via Google Maps.

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Compare Assisted Living around the area

The information below is reported by the Washington Department of Social and Health Services, Residential Care Services.

Overlake Terrace Assisted & Senior Living
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IL
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Redmond (Overlake)150 No - 42 Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Bonaventure of Lacey
AL
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MC
Lacey126 No A+ 55 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Harbour Pointe Senior Living
AL
MC
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Mukilteo (Harbour Place)110 No A+ 52 Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Merrill Gardens at Burien
AL
IL
MC
Burien (Downtown)60 Yes A+ 91 Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Fairwinds – Redmond
AL
IL
Redmond (Bear Creek)50 Yes A+ 18 Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed

Frequently Asked Questions about Merrill Gardens at Burien

What neighborhood is Merrill Gardens at Burien in?

Merrill Gardens at Burien is in the Downtown neighborhood of Burien.

Is Merrill Gardens at Burien in a walkable area?

Merrill Gardens at Burien has a walk score of 91. Walker's paradise. Daily errands do not require a car, with many shops and services nearby.

What is the license number of Merrill Gardens at Burien?

According to WA state health department records, Merrill Gardens at Burien's license number is 2406.

When does Merrill Gardens at Burien's license expire?

According to WA state health department records, Merrill Gardens at Burien's license expires on May 31, 2027.

What is the occupancy rate at Merrill Gardens at Burien?

Merrill Gardens at Burien's occupancy is 72%.

How many beds does Merrill Gardens at Burien have?

Merrill Gardens at Burien has 60 beds.

Are there photos of Merrill Gardens at Burien?

Yes — there are 4 photos of Merrill Gardens at Burien in the photo gallery on this page.

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