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Merrill Gardens at the University

5300 24th Avenue NE, Seattle, WA 98105

Community Reviews and Comparisions

3.6

(5 reviews)

Starting Price

$2,950

Care Offered: Assisted Living, Continuing Care Communities, and Independent Living

Pet Friendly

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Merrill Gardens at the University
Merrill Gardens at the University
Merrill Gardens at the University
Merrill Gardens at the University
Merrill Gardens at the University

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About Merrill Gardens at the University in Seattle, Washington

Merrill Gardens at The University provides desirable retirement living near the University of Washington. Take advantage of the University Village outdoor shopping center and tree-lined Burke-Gilman trail; both ideal for strolling and just steps from the front door.

Enjoy being close to a variety of stores, entertainment options and UW events. Medical practicesincluding those in downtown Seattleare easy to get to. Merrill Gardens at The University shares its courtyard with an apartment complex that has created a multi-generational enclave and enhanced social opportunities. This complex, The Corydon, is owned and operated by the same parent company as Merrill Gardens.


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Merrill Gardens at the University
Merrill Gardens at the University

5300 24th Avenue NE, Seattle, WA 98105

Starting Price

2,950/mo


Reviews

3.6

(5)


Distance

-


Care Types

Assisted Living, Continuing Care Communities, Independent Living


Bedroom Types

One Bedroom Apartment, Two Bedroom Apartment, Studio


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Reviews of Merrill Gardens at the University in Seattle, Washington

3.6

(5 reviews)

  • Facility

    5.0

  • Staff

    5.0

Theresa

5

August 12, 2023

I visited this facility

Merrill Gardens at the University was very nice. They have a courtyard outside and access to a roof garden. I'm very much an outside person, so that was very attractive to me. The rooms were clean and updated. The staff was outstanding. The woman who took me around was just wonderful, very informative, friendly, and very connected to everybody in the facility. There were a lot of things that they do for the residents. They take them places, have game nights, a workout room, and a lot of activities for the community.

Provider Response

Hi Theresa, thank you so much for taking the time to leave us this review! Please don't hesitate to reach out if you ever need anything.

Visitor371735

2

September 19, 2016

I visited this facility

Merrill Gardens left a lot to be desired. It was pretty depressing, and I didn’t see much of the activity at all. I saw one activity room, and it wasn’t even being used. The menu looked sufficient, but the dining room didn’t look all that clean, and I had no desire to eat there.

Anonymous Visitor12

4

February 23, 2016

I visited this facility

Merrill Gardens was clean, everyone was friendly, and the location was good. All of the apartments were too small, and my parents want more space. Even their two-bedroom unit was below 1,000 sq. ft. 1,200 would be better, but I can’t find any that size. The other thing I didn’t like was they didn't have a washer and dryer in the units. I only met the person who took me around, but she was very friendly, and the residents that I saw walking around were all very friendly.

Happy Visitor34

3

January 31, 2016

I visited this facility

I visited Merrill Gardens and the place is very nice, but I didn’t want to go there because it was too far from anything that I can get to by myself and my wheelchair and it was a little more expensive. The apartments were very nice and I like its setup. It's a very nice place, but it wasn’t suitable for me.

Caring75511550

4

January 31, 2014

I am/was a resident of this facility

I am at Merill Gardens. I like the area that it is in. The staff seems to be pretty good and they are really involved in people's lives. I don't have any complaints with what they are doing. I have three meals a day and some of I like and some of it I don't. They have a lot of activities and I enjoy helping the activity person with them. They have buses and take people around like groceries and trips around the area.

Provider Response

We appreciate you taking the time to give us feedback on our community. We are glad to hear that you see team members being involved. If you would be willing to provide additional feedback on the meals you like versus those you don’t, we would love to learn more. Please contact us at amandaw@merrillgardens.com. Thanks again!

Services and Amenities of Merrill Gardens at the University in Seattle, Washington

Dining

  • Communal Dining

Health Services

  • Medication Reminders

Outside Amenities

  • Garden

Pets

  • Pets
  • No Cats
  • No Small Dogs

Room Amenities

  • Kitchen Appliances In Unit

Fitness & Wellness Programs

  • Fitness & wellness facilities/equipment
  • Salon Services

Housekeeping & Maintenance

  • Housekeeping Services

Parking Options

  • Parking Lot

Transportation & Shopping

  • General Transportation Services

Games Hobbies & Recreation

  • Facilitated Field Trips/Outings

Languages

  • English spoken

Personal Care

  • Meal Preparation

Kitchen Types

  • Kitchenette

Additional Amenity Information

  • Special Comment: Steps away from University Village outdoor shopping center and Burke-Gilman trail. Close to University of Washington. Shared courtyard with an apartment complex that has multi-generational enclave. Paved walking paths & garden areas. Landscaped grounds. Library. Living areas and meeting rooms. Activity & wellness center. Garage parking for residents. Complimentary internet access. Modern electronic security key system. Wine bar. Many residents have UW affiliations and are volunteers.
  • State Licenses: 2132

State Licenses

State License: 2132

Costs for Merrill Gardens at the University in Seattle, Washington

Assisted Living

$2,950

Starting Price

Independent Living

$2,950

Starting Price

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