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Merrill Gardens at Rolling Hills Estates

627 Silver Spur Rd

Rolling Hills, CA 90274

150 beds • Est. 2020 (5 years)


FYI Safety Score

9.1 Good

Despite 1 recent citation, 1 substantiated complaint across 18 inspections — an excellent track record overall. Last inspected in February 2026.

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Why we like it

Merrill Gardens at Rolling Hills Estates is a 150-bed senior living community in a lush, residential Los Angeles suburb near Torrance and the Palos Verdes Peninsula. Part of the family-owned Merrill Gardens chain, the community offers independent living, assisted living, and memory care with a modern yet intimate design.

Apartments come with washers, dryers, and private patios or balconies. The Anytime Dining program serves restaurant-style meals from 7 AM to 7 PM, seven days a week — a meaningful departure from the rigid meal schedules at most facilities.

  • Excellent safety record

    The FYI Safety Score™ is 9.3 out of 10 (Excellent). With zero Type A citations and only one substantiated complaint across 18 inspections, Merrill Gardens at Rolling Hills Estates maintains a strong safety track record.

  • Eat when you want, not when they tell you

    The Anytime Dining program serves fresh, restaurant-style meals from 7 AM to 7 PM daily. No rigid breakfast-lunch-dinner schedule. This flexibility matters more than people realize — it respects residents' natural rhythms and independence.

  • Family-owned, not private equity

    Merrill Gardens is a family-owned company, which means decisions are driven by the family's reputation rather than quarterly earnings targets. Ask about how corporate decisions are made and how responsive the local team is to resident feedback.

  • Apartments with in-unit washer and dryer

    Having your own washer and dryer might sound minor, but it's a genuine independence marker. No shared laundry rooms, no schedule coordination. Studio, one, and two-bedroom options are available with modern kitchens and private patios or balconies.

  • Only 5 years of operation

    Licensed in 2020, this location is still relatively new. Merrill Gardens as a company has a long history, but this specific building and team are still establishing their track record. Ask about staff retention and resident satisfaction since opening.

  • 150 beds in a suburban setting

    This is a mid-large community. While the design aims for intimacy, 150 residents means busy common areas and dining rooms. If your loved one prefers a smaller, quieter setting, consider visiting during peak hours to gauge the energy level.

  • Rolling Hills Estates is south of the action

    The Palos Verdes Peninsula location is beautiful and quiet, but it's removed from central LA. Great for families in the South Bay; longer drive for visitors coming from the Westside, Valley, or Eastside.


Pricing

Independent Living

Studio$6,300/mo
1 Bedroom$9,500/mo
2 Bedroom$12,950/mo

Additional Fees

Second Person$1,650/mo
Community (one-time)$9,500

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Where you'll live

627 Silver Spur Rd, Rolling Hills, CA 90274

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Amenities & Services

24-Hour Staff
Emergency Call System
Memory Care Program
Dining
Housekeeping
Laundry
Transportation
Concierge
Activities Program
Fitness Center
Library
Movie Theater
Pet Friendly

Facility Details

Facility Type
Residential Care Facility for the Elderly (RCFE)
License Number
198320089
Capacity
150 beds
Size
Large Community (50+ beds)
Licensed Since
October 8, 2020 (5 years)
Licensee
Shi-Iii Mg Dev, Gp Rolling Hills; Merrill Gardens
Administrator
Tracey E Holder
ALW Participant
No
Phone
(310) 974-3339
Address
627 Silver Spur Rd, Rolling Hills, CA 90274

License data from the California Department of Social Services, Community Care Licensing Division. View full state record


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