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Merrill Gardens at Burien

15020 5th Ave SW, Burien, WA 98166

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Fees and Policies

The fees listed below are community-provided and may exclude utilities or add-ons. All payments are made directly to the property and are non-refundable unless otherwise specified.

  • One-Time Basics
    • Due at Move-In
      • Amenity Fee
        Charged per unit.
        $6,000

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Utilities Included

  • Water
  • Electricity
  • Trash Removal
  • Sewer
  • Cable

Property Information

  • Built in 2015
  • 126 units/4 stories

About Merrill Gardens at Burien

At Merrill Gardens at Burien, find your new home. This community can be found on 5th Ave Sw in the 98148 area of Burien. Come for a visit to check out the apartment floorplan options. From location to floorplan options, the leasing team is available to assist you in finding your perfect new place. Contact us or drop by to talk about leasing your next apartment and find your new place at Merrill Gardens at Burien.

Merrill Gardens at Burien is an apartment community located in King County and the 98166 ZIP Code. This area is served by the Highline School District attendance zone.

Location
15020 5th Ave SW, Burien,
WA 98166
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Neighborhood

Just 12 miles south of Seattle in the city of Burien is a quaint downtown on the rise. Downtown Burien is an up-and-coming neighborhood with new apartments in the area. Known for its boutique shops and delicious ethnic variety of restaurants, it’s easy to see why Downtown Burien is rising in the ranks of places to live.

The Greek House is a highly rated Mediterranean restaurant on 153rd Street, and close by on 152nd Street is 909 Coffee and Wine, the go-to spot after a long day at work. They offer every day café cuisine and regional wines that are a must-try. If you’re in the market for fresh foods, look around downtown’s Farmer’s Market for premium quality finds. Downtown features one of the oldest and most highly attended 4th of July Parades in the region. Once you become a resident of Downtown Burien, don’t forget to attend this locally treasured event and join in on this growing community.

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Average Prices by Area

Compare neighborhood and city base rent averages by bedroom.

Downtown Burien Burien, WA
Studio $1,228 $1,158
1 Bedroom $1,678 $1,480
2 Bedrooms $1,985 $1,887
3 Bedrooms $1,747 $2,346

Below are rent ranges for similar nearby apartments

Beds Average Size Lowest Typical Premium
Studio Studio Studio 384 Sq Ft $1,225 $1,287 $1,499
1 Bed 1 Bed 1 Bed 641-645 Sq Ft $900 $1,711 $2,950
2 Beds 2 Beds 2 Beds 896-910 Sq Ft $1,599 $2,210 $4,320
3 Beds 3 Beds 3 Beds 1400 Sq Ft $3,250 — —
Expenses
Utilities Included
Water, Electricity, Trash Removal, Sewer, Cable Included
Education
Colleges & Universities Distance
Colleges & Universities Distance
South Seattle Comm. Coll.
Drive: 17 min 6.3 mi
Highline Community College
Drive: 16 min 7.8 mi
Renton Technical College
Drive: 16 min 9.9 mi
Golden Gate Univ., Seattle
Drive: 19 min 11.7 mi
Merrill Gardens at Burien is within 17 minutes or 6.3 miles from South Seattle Comm. Coll.. It is also near Highline Community College and Renton Technical College.
Schools
Gregory Heights Elementary
Public Elementary School
Grades PK-5
452 Students
Nearby
Sylvester Middle School
Public Middle School
Grades 6-8
619 Students
Attendance Zone
Highline High School
Public High School
Grades 9-12
1,326 Students
Attendance Zone
Puget Sound Academic Center (PSAC)
Private Elementary, Middle & High School
Grades K-12
Nearby
Normandy Park Academy Montessori
Private Elementary School
Grades PK-5
Nearby
Grades 9-12
749 Students
Nearby
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Transportation

Transportation options available in Burien include Rainier Beach, located 6.3 miles from Merrill Gardens at Burien. Merrill Gardens at Burien is near Seattle-Tacoma International, located 4.0 miles or 9 minutes away, and Seattle Paine Field International, located 34.7 miles or 50 minutes away.

Transit / Subway Distance
Transit / Subway Distance
Rainier Beach
Drive: 14 min 6.3 mi
Othello
Drive: 17 min 7.5 mi
Columbia City
Drive: 18 min 8.9 mi
Beacon Hill
Drive: 17 min 9.7 mi
Occidental Mall
Drive: 16 min 10.0 mi
Commuter Rail Distance
Commuter Rail Distance
King Street (Seattle) Station
Drive: 17 min 10.2 mi
Tacoma Dome Station
Drive: 33 min 24.8 mi
Edmonds Station
Drive: 43 min 28.5 mi
South Tacoma Station
Drive: 38 min 28.8 mi
Lakewood Station
Drive: 42 min 32.0 mi
Airports Distance
Airports Distance
Seattle-Tacoma International
 Drive: 9 min 4.0 mi
Seattle Paine Field International
 Drive: 50 min 34.7 mi

Walkability Near Merrill Gardens at Burien

Getting Around
Moderately Walkable
Walkability
70 / 100
Good Public Transit
Transit
70 / 100
Very Drivable
Drivability
80 / 100
Moderately Bikeable
Bikeability
60 / 100

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65 / 100

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Points of Interest

Time and distance from Merrill Gardens at Burien.

Shopping Centers Distance
Shopping Centers Distance
Burien Town Plaza
Walk: 3 min 0.2 mi
Elliot Bay Brewing Center
Walk: 3 min 0.2 mi
Burien South 152nd Center
Walk: 4 min 0.3 mi
Merrill Gardens at Burien has 3 shopping centers within 0.3 mile, which is about a 4-minute walk. The miles and minutes will be for the farthest away property.
Parks and Recreation Distance
Parks and Recreation Distance
Eagle Landing Park
 Drive: 3 min 1.3 mi
Seahurst Park
 Drive: 5 min 1.7 mi
Highline SeaTac Botanical Garden
 Drive: 5 min 2.4 mi
Westcrest Park
 Drive: 10 min 4.1 mi
Fauntleroy Park
 Drive: 12 min 5.1 mi
Merrill Gardens at Burien has 5 parks within 5.1 miles, including Eagle Landing Park, Seahurst Park, and Highline SeaTac Botanical Garden.
Hospitals Distance
Hospitals Distance
Highline Medical Center
Walk: 17 min 0.9 mi
Cascade Behavioral Hospital
Drive: 6 min 3.2 mi
Navos
Drive: 13 min 5.3 mi
Merrill Gardens at Burien has 3 hospitals within 5.3 miles, the nearest is Highline Medical Center which is 0.9 mile away and a 17 minute walk.
Military Bases Distance
Military Bases Distance
Fort Lawton Military Reserve
Drive: 35 min 17.4 mi
East Park Naval Reserve
Drive: 79 min 59.2 mi
Merrill Gardens at Burien is 17.4 miles from Fort Lawton Military Reserve, and is convenient to other military bases, including East Park Naval Reserve.
 
 
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Does Merrill Gardens at Burien have in-unit laundry?

Merrill Gardens at Burien does not offer in-unit laundry or shared facilities. Please contact the property to learn about nearby laundry options.

What utilities are included in rent at Merrill Gardens at Burien?

Select utilities are included in rent at Merrill Gardens at Burien, including water, electricity, trash removal, sewer, and cable. Residents are responsible for any other utilities not listed.

Is parking available at Merrill Gardens at Burien?

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Is Merrill Gardens at Burien pet-friendly?

Merrill Gardens at Burien does not allow pets, though service animals are always welcome in accordance with applicable laws.

Does Merrill Gardens at Burien have move-in specials?

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Does Merrill Gardens at Burien offer Matterport 3D tours?

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