2600 Balfour Rd
Brentwood, CA 94513
150 beds • Est. 2022 (3 years) • Get directions
2 serious and 8 minor state citations across 29 state inspections, with 7 substantiated complaints. Last inspected in April 2026.
Safety data last updated July 2026
Part of the FYI Safety Scorecard, the independent safety rating for every California assisted living facility.
Merrill Gardens at Brentwood is a 150-bed assisted living community in Brentwood, in eastern Contra Costa County. Part of the Merrill Gardens chain, it brings corporate-level resources to a growing suburban area.
However, its safety record falls below what families should expect from a national operator.
Merrill Gardens brand
Part of a well-known national chain with standardized operations, staff training, and corporate oversight. Merrill Gardens communities are generally well-maintained.
Large community
At 150 beds, has the scale for diverse programming, dining options, and dedicated care staff.
Growing suburban area
Brentwood is one of the East Bay's newer suburbs with modern shopping, medical facilities, and a family-oriented community feel.
Average safety record
2 serious and 8 minor citations across 29 state inspections, with 7 verified complaints. Ask what's changed and how past issues were corrected when you visit.
East Contra Costa remoteness
Brentwood is relatively far from the Bay Area core. Families commuting from Oakland, San Francisco, or the Peninsula should factor in drive time for regular visits.
Pricing is estimated, please contact the facility to confirm.
2600 Balfour Rd, Brentwood, CA 94513
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