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Highlights

  • Spacious kitchen
  • Trails

Location

5300 Lake Otis Parkway, Anchorage, Alaska 99507, United States
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Management

Roy Briley Rental Management

Leasing office

(907) 575-9900

Property Overview

Mellen LO - Lake Otis 5300 enjoys a strong Zumper expert rating of 8.4 out of 10, highlighting its competitive pricing and impressive amenities, rated 8 out of 10. With an exceptional location rating of 9 out of 10, residents benefit from easy access to essential services, while the trustworthiness score of 8 out of 10 reflects transparency in property management. Notable features include a spacious kitchen and nearby trails, enhancing the overall living experience.

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.

Zumper Expert Rating

8.4
Very Good
With 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.

Things you’ll love

  • High school nearby
  • Less expensive
  • Middle school nearby

Floor plans

2BR/1.0BA2 bed1 bath850 sqft$1,425 /mo1 unit availableHeat 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 Large Bedrooms with ample closet space Bright, functional layout Location Highlights: Centrally located near the UMED hospitals and universities Close to shopping, parks, trails, and major commuter routes A well-maintained, bright, and comfortable unit in an ideal Anchorage location with the added benefit of paid heat.

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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 Large Bedrooms with ample closet space Bright, functional layout Location Highlights: Centrally located near the UMED hospitals and universities Close to shopping, parks, trails, and major commuter routes A well-maintained, bright, and comfortable unit in an ideal Anchorage location with the added benefit of paid heat.


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 Good
With 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.
How we rated Mellen LO - Lake Otis 5300
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
Less expensive
The 2-bedrooms are cheaper than other similar listings nearby
Middle school nearby
There is a middle school 1 mile away

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Rent trends in Anchorage

2-bedroom apartments at Mellen LO - Lake Otis 5300 cost about 14% less than the average rent price for 2-bedroom apartments in Anchorage.

Median rents as of Dec 13 2025.
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A table of studio rental data trends in Anchorage
MonthMedian Rent
December 2023$1,100
January 2024$1,125
February 2024$950
March 2024$926
April 2024$1,102
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$1,096

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Bedrooms

2 bedrooms

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Recommended income

$57,000/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $57,000 annually to afford this 2-bedrooms monthly rent price of $1,425.
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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
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Getting around Anchorage near 5300 Lake Otis Parkway

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 Parkway, 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

Explore the area around 5300 Lake Otis Parkway

Alaska Dinner Factory
5905 Lake Otis Pkwy
Alaska Halal International Market
6140 Old Seward Hwy
Sagaya Corp
3700 Old Seward Hwy
Alaska International Groceries
401 W Intl Airport Rd
Fred Meyer
1000 E Northern Lights Blvd

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