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Merrill Gardens at Renton Centre

104 Burnett Avenue South, Renton, WA 98057

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8.6
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35 reviews
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8.6
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35 reviews
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  • 3 star
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Travis C

Child of resident/client

5.0 out of 5 stars

We love Merrill Gardens!

Such kind, thoughtful and nurturing care for both residents and their families. We were made to feel welcome and at home the minute we walked in the door. Every member of the staff was extremely flexible, accommodating and communicative from the application process to move-in and beyond. My MIL loves it there. We’ve had meals several times in the restaurant, and the food really is restaurant quality. Her one bedroom apartment is well-appointed, clean, cozy, has ample storage & closet space, and even has its own washer & dryer. The staff knows every resident’s name, and I watch as they make important personal connections every day. Safety is paramount, requiring each resident to push a “check-in” button located in each apartment, between 5am-9am. If the resident does not check-in, the staff immediately checks on them.

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Merrill Gardens at Renton Centre

Merrill Gardens at Renton Centre is a classic community designed to help you lead a vibrant retirement. From incredible programming to flexible services, you get the freedom to plan your days. The community aims to offer the right level of support to each individual by offering four care options — independent living, assisted living, transitional care, and memory care.

Neighboring the Cedar River that leads into the nearby Lake Washington, Merrill Gardens at Renton Centre is surrounded by plenty of fun activities with a waterfront view. Renton is also only 20 minutes away from Seattle, enabling residents to enjoy the big city. Nearby, you can stroll scenic trails in numerous parks, go golfing at the local courses, explore the Pritchard Island Beach, or go boating on the lake. The surrounding area also offers a variety of shopping and dining options. With so much on-site and off-site entertainment, every day holds a new adventure!

Merrill Gardens at Renton Centre Details

First and foremost, the community prioritizes proper care. The 24-hour staff handles housekeeping, home maintenance, and cooking for all residents. The community even welcomes pets. Residents also have access to multiple transportation options and to a wellness program.

The assisted living option offers...

Senior living options offered

  • Assisted Living
  • Memory Care
  • Independent Living

Merrill Gardens at Renton Centre

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8.6 out of 10
Review Score35 reviewsWrite a review
Overall Experience
3.9
Cleanliness
4.3
Friendliness
4.1
Care Services
4.1
Staff
4.5
Meals & Dining
4.2
Activities
4.0
Value for Cost
3.7

A Place for Mom has scored Merrill Gardens at Renton Centre with 8.6 out of 10 using our proprietary review score based on 3 reviews in the last 2 years. Over all time, Merrill Gardens at Renton Centre has 35 reviews with an average "overall experience" of 3.9 out of 5.

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Last Updated: 2/15/25

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Travis C

Independent Living

Family/friend

February 15, 2025

5.0 out of 5 stars
Cleanliness
5.0
Friendliness
5.0
Value for Cost
5.0
Care Services
5.0
Activities
5.0
Staff
5.0
Meals & Dining
5.0

We love Merrill Gardens!

Such kind, thoughtful and nurturing care for both residents and their families. We were made to feel welcome and at home the minute we walked in the door. Every member of the staff was extremely flexible, accommodating and communicative from the application process to move-in and beyond. My MIL loves it there. We’ve had meals several times in the restaurant, and the food really is restaurant quality. Her one bedroom apartment is well-appointed, clean, cozy, has ample storage & closet space, and even has its own washer & dryer. The staff knows every resident’s name, and I watch as they make important personal connections every day. Safety is paramount, requiring each resident to push a “check-in” button located in each apartment, between 5am-9am. If the resident does not check-in, the staff immediately checks on them.

Anonymous

Memory Care

Family/friend

December 10, 2024

5.0 out of 5 stars
Verified Review
Cleanliness
5.0
Friendliness
5.0
Value for Cost
5.0
Care Services
5.0
Activities
5.0
Staff
5.0
Meals & Dining
5.0

Our experience with Merrill Gardens

Merrill Gardens made it very easy to move in and integrate into the Memory care Community. It lowered my stress levels dramatically. My wife is happy, healthy, and safe. Best recession I ever made.

Anonymous

Assisted Living

Family/friend

November 15, 2024

4.0 out of 5 stars
Verified Review
Cleanliness
4.0
Friendliness
4.0
Value for Cost
4.0
Care Services
4.0
Activities
4.0
Staff
4.0
Meals & Dining
4.0

Review for Merrill Gardens at Renton Centre

Would recommend to others! We picked this community because of the good vibes - attractive, location, clientele and staff/food.

Robert

Memory Care

Toured community

September 14, 2024

5.0 out of 5 stars
Cleanliness
5.0
Friendliness
5.0
Value for Cost
5.0
Staff
5.0

Exceeded expectations

Everything from move-in through integration into the community went smoothly. Everything they promised was delivered. They accommodated our special needs. It felt like moving into a luxury vacation property. The location in downtown Renton is perfect. Staff is knowledgeable and very friendly very welcoming.

Carol A

Assisted Living

Family/friend

September 12, 2024

5.0 out of 5 stars
Cleanliness
5.0
Friendliness
5.0
Value for Cost
4.0
Care Services
5.0
Staff
5.0
Meals & Dining
5.0

Great Care

My dad moved into Merrill Gardens after being hospitalized and we realized it was not safe for him to live by himself anymore. It was a huge change for everyone in our family, and a super stressful time, but the staff here were very helpful during the process. He has now been at Merrill Gardens for 6 months and we could not be happier. At first, Dad was still recovering and needed a lot of extra care. Now, he has really settled in and is gradually needing a little less. He will probably always need some extra care with multiple medications every day and help using the restroom and showering. But he is also able to have some independence. The care staff and the nurses here have been so conscienscious and helpful. I myself am a nurse, so I can tell that they are doing a good job. My dad feels comfortable with them, and they give me a lot of peace of mind that he is well cared-for. The staff has been communicative and kind, which I really appreciate.

Fred

Memory Care

Family/friend

March 7, 2024

3.0 out of 5 stars
Verified Review
Cleanliness
4.0
Friendliness
4.0
Value for Cost
3.0
Care Services
2.0
Activities
2.0
Staff
3.0
Meals & Dining
3.0

Our Experience

My loved one was previously a resident at this facility. We moved her to a different place that has been much better for her.

Fred

Memory Care

Family/friend

June 8, 2023

4.0 out of 5 stars
Verified Review
Cleanliness
5.0
Friendliness
5.0
Care Services
4.0
Activities
3.0
Staff
4.0
Meals & Dining
3.0

Recommended

My mother is currently a resident at Merrill Gardens at Renton Centre. Overall, our experience with this facility has been good. The cleanliness of the facility and the friendliness are great. The housekeeping is good. The communication with the family is good. The meals are also good and pretty good quality. The staff is good. I would recommend this facility to family and friends.

Kate

Independent Living

Family/friend

May 30, 2023

5.0 out of 5 stars
Verified Review
Cleanliness
5.0
Friendliness
5.0
Value for Cost
5.0
Care Services
5.0
Activities
5.0
Staff
5.0
Meals & Dining
5.0

Highly Recommended

My dad is a resident at Merrill Gardens at Renton Centre. The staff are so very personable and caring! The housekeeping terrific. My Dad has laundry service, which he loves. Great food, the quality and variety is wonderful. Communication is great with family. My Dad is in good hands! He's very happy there. I would recommend this facility to others.

Marie A

Assisted Living

Family/friend

March 21, 2023

1.0 out of 5 stars
Cleanliness
3.0
Friendliness
3.0
Value for Cost
1.0
Care Services
2.0
Activities
3.0
Staff
2.0
Meals & Dining
1.0

The friendliness is fake!

Some staff are great but constantly say we don't have time for you. We found our Mother laying down unable to move or even reach her water. After we came in and started feeding her and giving her water she got better. They said we don't feed the residents. We understand that but they knew she hadn't eaten for 3 days and didn't notify any family members that she couldn't feed herself. they bullied and intimidated a 91 year old lady then lied to the manager about when we reported them. The only thing they care about is the $ [removed]per month that they get. Most of the food sucks, looks like road kill with gravy on it. Will be filing a complaint with the state DOH

Sara

Assisted Living

Family/friend

January 4, 2023

5.0 out of 5 stars
Verified Review
Cleanliness
5.0
Friendliness
5.0
Value for Cost
4.0
Care Services
5.0
Staff
5.0
Meals & Dining
4.0

Good Experience

The food was okay, but the service could have been better. The value for the money was pretty good. Overall, I would recommed to other families.

Christine

Assisted Living

Family/friend

October 18, 2022

4.0 out of 5 stars
Verified Review
Cleanliness
5.0
Friendliness
5.0
Value for Cost
4.0
Care Services
4.0
Activities
4.0
Staff
5.0
Meals & Dining
4.0

Dad is happy overall.

My dad seems to be happy there for the most part. The food is pretty good. The staff are really friendly and attentive. The facility is always very clean, and the décor is nice.

anonymous

Memory Care

Toured community

September 21, 2022

5.0 out of 5 stars
Verified Review

Tour experience

We had a great tour experience with Merrill Gardens at Renton Centre. This facility was actually my mothers favorite out of all of the ones we visited. The price and what they offered was pretty comparable to the the one we ended up choosing. Unfortunately when we came back to this facility to put a deposit down, there were no more units available at the time so we had to choose another place.

anonymous

Memory Care

Family/friend

September 9, 2022

5.0 out of 5 stars
Verified Review
Cleanliness
5.0
Friendliness
5.0
Value for Cost
4.0
Care Services
4.0
Activities
4.0
Staff
5.0
Meals & Dining
5.0

friendly staff

What really stood out to us and ultimately was the deciding factor was the community outreach person, they made a great first impression. It is expensive but it is worth it and based on the experience we would recommend the community to other families.

anonymous

Independent Living

Family/friend

August 17, 2022

5.0 out of 5 stars
Verified Review
Cleanliness
5.0
Friendliness
5.0
Value for Cost
5.0
Activities
4.0
Staff
5.0
Meals & Dining
5.0

Our families experience with a nice community and friendly staff

Our loved one absolutely loves the meals and dining service, but there could be more activities for those who are more active. Even just taking them out on a walk to get some cardio and circulation going - have a little more stimulation. We do think the overall value is really good and based on our experience so far with Merrill Gardens we would recommend them to other families.

ST

Assisted Living

Family/friend

February 28, 2022

5.0 out of 5 stars
Verified Review
Cleanliness
5.0
Friendliness
5.0
Value for Cost
4.0
Care Services
4.0
Activities
3.0
Staff
4.0
Meals & Dining
5.0

wonderful

Merrill gardens is definitely a nice place to bring your loved one. a nice, clean environment with friendly staff who are very welcoming to visiting families. they could benefit from bringing in more engaging activities for the residents, but still overall a good community. the best out of the other places we toured.

Donald

Memory Care

Family/friend

February 21, 2022

5.0 out of 5 stars
Verified Review
Cleanliness
5.0
Friendliness
5.0
Value for Cost
5.0
Care Services
5.0
Activities
5.0
Staff
5.0
Meals & Dining
5.0

Merrill Gardens Is Very Friendly and Professional

The staff are the best part of the community. They are very responsive to questions or concerns that the family may have.. My loved one enjoys the food. The activities are restricted due to the pandemic.

Lisa

Assisted Living

Family/friend

November 9, 2021

5.0 out of 5 stars
Verified Review
Cleanliness
5.0
Friendliness
5.0
Value for Cost
5.0
Care Services
5.0
Staff
5.0
Meals & Dining
5.0

Positive experience

We chose Merrill Gardens because of the cleanliness, the friendliness of the staff members that we met with, and it just gave us a good feeling when we walked in. The room sizes were good, he had a 1 bedroom and it worked out great for his needs. I felt like they really tried to give personalized attention and always knew us and my dad by name. They were fantastic and I would recommend them to others looking.

Anonymous

Assisted Living

Family/friend

July 19, 2021

4.0 out of 5 stars
Verified Review
Cleanliness
5.0
Friendliness
4.0
Value for Cost
4.0
Care Services
5.0
Activities
5.0
Staff
4.0
Meals & Dining
3.0

My Review of Merrill Gardens at Renton Centere

I would tell others to watch out for the General Manager and their protocols and their pushbacks. Due to the incident with the General Manager this was not the best way to get our loved one settled into the community. I wish things would have gone smoother for the transition with the move in. The community is beautiful and great. I wish visiting hours would be later for us to visit our loved ones. The communication with the staff could be better.

IssyJill

Memory Care

Family/friend

October 11, 2020

4.5 out of 5 stars
Cleanliness
4.5
Friendliness
4.5
Value for Cost
4.5
Care Services
4.5
Activities
4.5

A welcoming place

My mother has lived at MG Renton for over 5 years. During that time she has transitioned from being fully independent to needing quite a bit of assistance with tasks of daily living. Throughout all the staff has been very caring and helpful. When things do come up, they are very responsive to my questions and concerns. It's a very welcoming place and I really feel that all the staff have the welfare of residents at the forefront of their approach.

Anonymous

Memory Care

Family/friend

July 26, 2018

3.5 out of 5 stars
Cleanliness
3.5
Friendliness
3.5
Value for Cost
3.5
Care Services
3.5
Activities
3.5

Dining -- Decent food, slow service, but wait staff is excellent. Had no idea you could find young people this personable, courteous, patient and fun. Menu is primarily meat and sauces, sorely lacks fresh fibrous vegetables (spinach, broccoli, sprouts, etc.) that aren't boiled out. Iceberg lettuce salads are mostly water. Seniors need fiber more than high-sodium soups and heavy sauce. Living Space -- Nice, modern, clean, fully functional, quiet. Weekly service available for cleaning large linens. A tavern across the street gets a little loud sometimes, but what can you do. Living Services -- No category here but would give 1.5 stars. While courteous and personable, unnecessarily slow and mildly inattentive regarding repairs and installations, to the point you wonder if you're being disregarded. Overall, staff seems to host many events and activities for residents to enjoy, and my mother is happy with her living environment, which is the most important thing.

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