Studio
Assisted Living · 0 bedroom
Published starting price
Schedule a visit →$3,200/month
Care fees not included
Checked August 1, 2026Community profile
Merrill Gardens at Ballard
2418 NW 56th St, Seattle, WA
Assisted LivingMemory CareIndependent Living
★ 4.012 reviewsRead reviews
About the community
About Merrill Gardens at Ballard
Published floor plans
1 Bedroom
Assisted Living · 1 bedroom
Published starting price
Schedule a visit →$4,200/month
Care fees not included
Checked August 1, 20262 Bedrooms
Assisted Living · 2 bedroom
Published starting price
Schedule a visit →$6,000/month
Care fees not included
Checked August 1, 2026Studio
Memory Care · 0 bedroom
Published starting price
Schedule a visit →$5,000/month
Care fees not included
Checked August 1, 2026Semi-Private
Memory Care
Published starting price
Schedule a visit →$5,000/month
Care fees not included
Checked August 1, 2026Studio
Independent Living · 0 bedroom
Published starting price
Schedule a visit →$2,915/month
Care fees not included
Checked August 1, 20261 Bedroom
Independent Living · 1 bedroom
Published starting price
Schedule a visit →$4,400/month
Care fees not included
Checked August 1, 20262 Bedrooms
Independent Living · 2 bedroom
Published starting price
Schedule a visit →$5,795/month
Care fees not included
Checked August 1, 2026Tracked published prices
Price history by floor plan
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Studio$2,915 observed · tracking future changes
One source-published starting price observed so far. No price change has been observed yet.
Tracked public-data history
Recent changes
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August 4, 2026 at 12:48 PM PDT
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August 4, 2026 at 12:48 PM PDT
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Washington DSHS ↗Inspection coverage updated
Inspection coverage changed from NOT_COVERED to COVERED.
Family and resident feedback
4.0 out of 5 from 12 reviews
Overall rating from Published source. Recent public reviews can help surface themes to ask about on a tour. Ratings belong to the original review source and are not independently verified by us.
★★★★★
PositiveSecure living
Living here for almost 3 years, I find it supportive, accepting, and stimulating as needed. There are activities to chose from but also privacy when needed. The rood service is good. As a vegetarian I always have a good option. The staff is available and supportive. The weekly housekeeping is a boon. Come and see for yourself.
★★★★★
CriticalGreat for highly independent seniors
Merrill Gardens at Ballard is a great place for highly independent seniors. It is in a location that is by a lot of restaurants and shopping. My dad was here for about 5 months and it was very poor for memory care. It would also be a poor place for individuals who have Parkinson's or any other neuro-degenerative diseases. I do think if they would have hired night time staff at the front desk, it would have helped a lot.
★★★★★
PositiveI visited this facility
Merrill Gardens at Ballard was nice and well-appointed. The staff was very friendly. We went in and saw some rooms. A couple of the residents opened their rooms up and let us look inside and they were very nice. They had a very nice rooftop garden with a view. Its location in Ballard was nice, but for parking, it's terrible. The accessibility to come to visit there would probably be the biggest concern. Also, it's full, but the staff was friendly and very helpful.
★★★★★
PositiveI toured this facility and I was impressed with it. [name removed] was also very welcoming, no hype, just a down to Earth practical guy who believes in the quality of care.....and food there.
★★★★★
PositiveHighly recommend
It is a great place. We couldn't be happier with our experience at Merrill Gardens, Ballard.
★★★★★
CriticalOur family had an in person tour and we were disappointed - the tour got off to a wrong start and just had a bad impression
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
- November 4, 2026
Campus care settings
Assisted living
Merrill Gardens at Ballard
50 licensed beds · License 2507
Assisted living
Merrill Gardens at Ballard
50 licensed beds · License 2507
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
- Vegan
- Room Service
- Gluten-free
- Guest Meals
- Restaurant Style Dining
- Professional Chef
- Anytime Dining
- No Sugar
- Meals Provided
- Vegetarian
- Low / No Sodium
- Café or Bistro
- Private Dining Room
Health & wellness
- Memory Care
- Staffing & Ancillary Services
- Diabetic Care
- Medication Management
- Non-Ambulatory Care
- Incontinence Care
Services & convenience
- Complimentary Transportation
- Resident Parking Available
- Property Convenient to Public Transit
- Transportation at Cost
- Cats Allowed
- Pet Care Available
- Dogs Allowed
- Weight Limit (lbs)
- Laundry Service / Drycleaning
- Housekeeping
- Grocery Shopping and Errands
- Beautician
- English
Activities & engagement
- Community Service Programs
- BBQs or Picnics
- Stretching Classes
- Sensory-based Programs
- Birthday Parties
- Trivia Games
- Live Musical Performances
- Brain fitness / Dakim
- Tai Chi
- Educational Speakers / Life Long Learning
- Gardening Club
- Live Dance or Theater Performances
- Art Classes
- Pet-focused Programs
- Cooking Classes
- Day Trips and Outings
- Wii Bowling
- Yoga / Chair Yoga
- Happy Hour
- Devotional Activities Offsite
- Wine Tasting
- Holiday Parties
- Reminiscence Programs
- Activities On-site
- Activities Off-site
- Intergenerational Programs
Outdoor spaces
- Beauty Salon
- Meeting Room
- Indoor Common Areas
- Outdoor Common Areas
- TV Lounge
- Computer or Media Center
- Library
- Central Fireplace
- Barber Shop
- Outside Patio
- Arts and Crafts Center
- Movie or Theater Room
- Raised Garden Beds
- Game Room
- Fitness Center
- Piano or Organ
Apartment & room features
- Wheelchair Accessible Showers
- Full kitchen
- Wi-Fi/high-speed internet
- Handicap Accessible
- Air Conditioned
- Cable or Satellite TV
Payment-program records
Medicare and Medicaid information
Medicaid
No state service contract is listed in the current licensing export
A contract or certification record does not guarantee coverage, eligibility, or current acceptance of new residents.
Official oversight
Inspection and quality records
Coverage last checked November 2, 2026 via Washington DSHS.
Questions to confirm with the community
- Additional care fees
- Not publicly disclosed
- Move-in fee
- Not publicly disclosed
- Exact unit availability
- Confirmation required
Facility license
License 2507: ACTIVE · 50 licensed beds · Memory care certified
State service contract listing: No Contract. This is not a guarantee of Medicaid eligibility or current admission.
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Published price comparison
Nearby starting prices
Merrill Gardens at Ballard$2,915/month
Merrill Gardens at Auburn$3,395/month
Prestige Senior Living Auburn Meadows$4,500/month