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Highlights
- Heat included
- Convenient location
- Spacious kitchen
- Living area
Location
5300 Lake Otis Pkwy, Anchorage, AK 99507, USA
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Property Overview
Mellen LO - Lake Otis 5300 receives an impressive Zumper Expert Rating of 8.4, reflecting its competitive pricing and valuable amenities, including a spacious kitchen and living area. With a prime location rating of 9, it provides easy access to popular points of interest and key services. Additionally, the property exhibits strong trustworthiness and transparency in its listings, making it an attractive choice for prospective renters.
This summary uses Zumper’s proprietary data. “Zumper Expert Ratings” and “Things you’ll love” are based on our internal analyses of market trends and renter insights.
Things you’ll love
High school nearby- Elementary school nearby
- Middle school nearby
Floor plans
| 2BR/1.0BA | 2 bed | 1 bath | 850 sqft | $1,595 /mo | 1 unit available | Heat Paid! Top-Floor 2 Bedroom / 1 Bathroom - Anchorage 99507 (UMED Area) Fantastic top-floor unit offering excellent natural light and a highly convenient location in the 99507 UMED district. Property Features: Heat Included in rent 2 Bedrooms / 1 Bathroom Top-Floor Unit with abundant windows Spacious Kitchen open to the living area Dining Nook |
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About Mellen LO - Lake Otis 5300
Heat Paid! Top-Floor 2 Bedroom / 1 Bathroom - Anchorage 99507 (UMED Area) Fantastic top-floor unit offering excellent natural light and a highly convenient location in the 99507 UMED district. Property Features: Heat Included in rent 2 Bedrooms / 1 Bathroom Top-Floor Unit with abundant windows Spacious Kitchen open to the living area Dining Nook
Zumper Expert Rating
Our expert rating is based on a weighted average score of property attributes that renters care about most: price, amenities, location, quality, and trust.
8.4
/10
Very GoodWith a solid 8.4 out of 10 overall, Mellen LO - Lake Otis 5300 is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, Mellen LO - Lake Otis 5300 has a number of attractive features—namely its Price— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.
Price·10A score that weighs the cost and location of the property, which we calculate by comparing rent prices of recent units to the median price of nearby rentals, adjusting for overall quality and features.
Mellen LO - Lake Otis 5300 offers an excellent balance between price and value. It's priced competitively for its amenities, location, and other key features. Compared to the median price per bedroom in the area, this property is less than, or about the same as, nearby rentals, so residents can expect great value without too many compromises on their desired standard of living.
Amenities·8A score based on the amenities offered at this property compared to other rentals in the area. We consider the quantity, quality, and popularity of features both on site and within the units.
With multiple in-demand amenities, Mellen LO - Lake Otis 5300 is committed to enhancing the renting experience. And while it may have fewer total conveniences and features than similar rentals nearby, it remains a top choice for renters wanting an specific standard of living.
Location·9A score based on proximity and ease of access to shops, restaurants, schools, and public transportation while considering the desirability of the area.
Mellen LO - Lake Otis 5300 is exceptional when it comes to location and conveniences. Communication with management or leasing staff is usually quick and easy and they often use advanced scheduling and communication tools to streamline the process. The location of this property offers easy access to popular points of interest in the area and options for getting around.
Quality·6A score based on what makes the property stand out, such as luxury features, unique offerings, age of the building, and our ability to verify the accuracy of these details.
While Mellen LO - Lake Otis 5300 does not have many hallmark characteristics to highlight, it has some qualities and features that will resonate with a broad range of renters.
Trustworthiness·8A score based on the accuracy, completeness, recency, and usefulness of the information provided by this property, so you can trust that what you see is what you get.
The level of transparency this property provides distinguishes it as a great rental. With a high attention to detail and desirable features, renters can be sure they will get an accurate picture of their potential new home.
Property highlights
We compared every listing in the surrounding area to determine which amenities are most common. If a building lacks an amenity that most others in the area have, it is a con. If a building has an amenity most others in the area do not, it is a pro. Similarly, price, schools, and size are calculated relative to the size, price, and distance to schools of the other properties nearby.How Mellen LO - Lake Otis 5300 compares to other nearby properties.
Positives
- High school nearby
- There is a high school 0.5 mile away
- Elementary school nearby
- There is an elementary school 0.4 mile away
- Middle school nearby
- There is a middle school 1 mile away
Considerations
- Lacks images
- Fewer than 10 photos available for this location
- No in-unit dishwasher
- Dishwashers aren't available
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Rent trends in Anchorage
2-bedroom apartments at Mellen LO - Lake Otis 5300 cost about 7% less than the average rent price for 2-bedroom apartments in Anchorage.
Median rents as of Apr 25 2026.
Anchorage
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| May 2024 | $1,310 |
| June 2024 | $1,460 |
| July 2024 | $1,522 |
| August 2024 | $1,010 |
| September 2024 | $1,033 |
| October 2024 | $1,167 |
| November 2024 | $1,158 |
| December 2024 | $1,148 |
| January 2025 | $1,130 |
| February 2025 | $1,189 |
| March 2025 | $1,156 |
| April 2025 | $1,227 |
| May 2025 | $1,189 |
| June 2025 | $1,161 |
| July 2025 | $1,201 |
| August 2025 | $1,384 |
| September 2025 | $1,152 |
| October 2025 | $1,023 |
| November 2025 | $1,079 |
| December 2025 | $1,060 |
| January 2026 | $1,013 |
| February 2026 | $1,026 |
| March 2026 | $1,124 |
| April 2026 | $1,062 |
Affordability calculator
Can I afford to live at 5300 Lake Otis Pkwy?
Bedrooms
2 bedroomsRent-to-income ratio
30%
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Recommended income
$63,800/yr
With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $63,800 annually to afford this 2-bedrooms monthly rent price of $1,595.
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Schools near Mellen LO - Lake Otis 5300
Tudor Elementary School
1666 cache dr
anchorage, AK, 99507
PK, K-6Public
B-
Northern Lights ABC K-8 School
2424 east dowling rd
anchorage, AK, 99507
PK, K-8Public
A-
Whaley School
2220 nichols st
anchorage, AK, 99508
PK, K-12Public
Alaska State School for the Deaf & Hard of Hearing
5530 e northern lights blvd
anchorage, AK, 99504
PK, K-12Public
Paideia Cooperative School
616 w 10th ave
anchorage, AK, 99501
K-12Public
A-
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Getting around Anchorage near 5300 Lake Otis Pkwy
Walking
6/10
Some shops and stores are within a few minutes.
Driving
10/10
Commuting is easy with multiple accessible routes and plenty of parking.
Cycling
7/10
Peddling isn’t a problem with cyclist-friendly streets and bikeable destinations.
Transit
3/10
There are a few mass transit options within the area.
Points of interest for 5300 Lake Otis Pkwy, Anchorage
Groceries
8/10
At least one grocery store within a few minutes' walk
Shopping
5/10
Some shops within walking distance
Cafes
4/10
Some cafés within walking distance
Restaurants
5/10
Some restaurants within walking distance
Primary schools
10/10
At least one elementary school within a 5-minute walk
High schools
3/10
No high schools within a 30-minute walk
Nightlife
3/10
Few or no bars within walking distance
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