Studio
Assisted Living · 0 bedroom
Published starting price
Schedule a visit →$4,275/month
Care fees not included
Checked September 3, 2026Community profile
Merrill Gardens at Auburn
18 1st St SE, Auburn, WA
Assisted LivingIndependent LivingMemory Care
★ 4.227 reviewsRead reviews
About the community
About Merrill Gardens at Auburn
Published floor plans
1 Bedroom
Assisted Living · 1 bedroom
Published starting price
Schedule a visit →$5,275/month
Care fees not included
Checked September 3, 20262 Bedrooms
Assisted Living · 2 bedroom
Published starting price
Schedule a visit →$6,275/month
Care fees not included
Checked September 3, 2026Studio
Memory Care · 0 bedroom
Published starting price
Schedule a visit →$7,200/month
Care fees not included
Checked September 3, 2026Studio
Independent Living · 0 bedroom
Published starting price
Schedule a visit →$3,395/month
Care fees not included
Checked September 3, 20261 Bedroom
Independent Living · 1 bedroom
Published starting price
Schedule a visit →$4,295/month
Care fees not included
Checked September 3, 20262 Bedrooms
Independent Living · 2 bedroom
Published starting price
Schedule a visit →$5,295/month
Care fees not included
Checked September 3, 2026Tracked published prices
Price history by floor plan
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Studio$3,395 observed · tracking future changes
One source-published starting price observed so far. No price change has been observed yet.
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Recent changes
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September 3, 2026 at 10:00 AM PDT
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Operator information updated
Operator changed from not published to Merrill Gardens.
Family and resident feedback
4.2 out of 5 from 27 reviews
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★★★★★
PositiveFantastic Community
Merrill gardens was very nice. It was all [name removed] desire to leave. Staff were very accommodating with our particularly difficult and unique situation.
★★★★★
PositiveA Warm and Caring Community for Family
My aunt and uncle have lived at Merrill Gardens, Auburn, for 8 years. Throughout this time, the staff at Merrill Gardens Auburn took excellent care of my aunt and uncle. From the diligent cleaning staff to the food service staff to the activity organizers to the caregivers and nursing staff, everyone was friendly, knowledgeable and genuinely engaged with my family. They went out of their way to ensure that my aunt and uncle were safe and well taken care of. Knowing that my aunt and uncle were in such capable hands …
★★★★★
PositiveHappy with My Choice
The facility feels comfortable and welcoming with bright and airy common areas. The staff is friendly and helpful. I find apartments well laid out with studio, 1-bedroom and 2-bedroom units. Units have washer/dryer, ADA bathroom and shower. The 1 & 2 bedroom have kitchens.
★★★★★
CriticalNot a good fit.
We moved after 6 months to a rental on my son's property. We concluded we were not disabled enough to take full advantage of all the services. The facility was comfortable and quiet. Staff was helpful. The monthly fee at the upper limit of our budget and we really moved because we could meet our needs more economically with a little help from our family.
★★★★★
PositiveReview for Merrill Gardens at Auburn
They are helpful and friendly. One reason I picked this community is because they have a washer and dryer.
★★★★★
PositiveReview for Merrill Gardens at Auburn
All homes for the elderly have problems...mainly finding and retaining good employees, including management. Merrill Gardens is not perfect, but is better than the rest overall and that's why I selected it for my friend. I would definitely recommend it to anyone in need of assisted living.
Verified overview
What we know from public sources
- Care options
- Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
- Operator
- Merrill Gardens
- Public price status
- Published starting price available
- Last source check
- September 3, 2026
Source-published features
Amenities and services
Grouped so you can scan what affects day-to-day life before opening an operator page.
Meals & dining
- International Cuisine
- Anytime Dining
- Room Service
- Professional Chef
- No Sugar
- Meals Provided
- Low / No Sodium
- Special Dining Programs
- Vegetarian
- Guest Meals
- Restaurant Style Dining
- Bar or Pub
- Private Dining Room
- Café or Bistro
Health & wellness
- Memory Care
- Staffing & Ancillary Services
- High Acuity Care
- Incontinence Care
- Non-Ambulatory Care
- Medication Management
Services & convenience
- Beautician
- Laundry Service / Drycleaning
- Grocery Shopping and Errands
- Housekeeping
- English
- Covered Parking
- Transportation at Cost
- Resident Parking Available
- Uncovered Parking
- Property Convenient to Public Transit
- Complimentary Transportation
- Dogs Allowed
- Cats Allowed
- Weight Limit (lbs)
Activities & engagement
- Cooking Club
- Trivia Games
- Bible Study Group
- Holiday Parties
- Christian Services
- Live Musical Performances
- Other Religious Services
- Gardening Club
- Reminiscence Programs
- Art Classes
- Community Service Organizations
- Walking Club
- Devotional Activities On-Site
- Bridge Club
- BBQs or Picnics
- Live Dance or Theater Performances
- Intergenerational Programs
- Forever Fit
- Light Therapy Programs
- Educational Speakers / Life Long Learning
- Activities On-site
- Community Service Programs
- Stretching Classes
- Wine Tasting
- Day Trips and Outings
- Activities Off-site
- Sensory-based Programs
- Karaoke
- Birthday Parties
- Happy Hour
- Book Club
- Montessori Programs
- Devotional Activities Offsite
- Catholic Services
- Yoga / Chair Yoga
- Cards / Pinochle Club
Outdoor spaces
- Indoor Common Areas
- Piano or Organ
- Fitness Center
- Movie or Theater Room
- Arts and Crafts Center
- Raised Garden Beds
- Billiards Lounge
- Game Room
- TV Lounge
- Meeting Room
- Library
- Outside Patio
- Central Fireplace
- Main Street Shops
- Private Bath
- Outdoor Common Areas
- Beauty Salon
- Computer or Media Center
Apartment & room features
- Full kitchen
- Garden View
- Air Conditioned
- Wheelchair Accessible Showers
- Cable or Satellite TV
- Wi-Fi/high-speed internet
- Private patio, deck, or balcony
- Handicap Accessible
- Kitchenette
Official oversight
Inspection and quality records
Inspection coverage has not yet been completed for this community. “Not covered” is not the same as “no violations found.”
Coverage last checked September 3, 2026.
Questions to confirm with the community
- Additional care fees
- Not publicly disclosed
- Move-in fee
- Not publicly disclosed
- Exact unit availability
- Confirmation required
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