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Highlights
- On-site laundry facilities
- Community pool
- No smoking
Location
5721 Lake Murray Blvd, La Mesa, CA 91942, USA|La Mesa
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Property Overview
Aztec Apartments scores highly across various criteria, reflecting its appeal to potential renters. With a Zumper expert rating of 8.3, it excels in price and amenities with ratings of 9, showcasing a competitive balance of value and impressive facilities. The location also earns a strong 9, ensuring residents have easy access to essential services and attractions, while a trustworthiness rating of 8 reinforces the property’s commitment to transparency and reliability.
This summary uses Zumper’s proprietary data. “Zumper Expert Ratings,” “Things you’ll love,” and “Great for” are based on our internal analyses of market trends and renter insights.
Things you’ll love
Laundry available on site- Outdoor space
Great for
Work-from-home
Floor plans
| 0BR/1.0BA | Studio | 1 bath | $1,695–$1,725 /mo | 2 units available | Welcome to Aztec Apartments. This Studio is a downstairs unit located in the vibrant city of La Mesa, CA. This spacious studio apartment offers a unique blend of comfort and convenience with its well-designed layout. It features a large closet for ample storage and a private balcony where you can enjoy the beautiful California weather. The apartment comes with a refrigerator and a stove/oven, making meal preparation a breeze. For your comfort, the unit is equipped with wall A/C to keep you cool during the warm summer months. The property also includes one dedicated parking space for your vehicle. As a resident of this La Mesa Studio, you will have access to a community pool, perfect for a refreshing dip or lounging in the sun. Additionally, the convenience of on-site laundry facilities makes this apartment a practical choice. Experience the enjoyment of living in La Mesa and the convenience of local shops and restaurants, parks and more. Please call 619-296-3189 to schedule an appointment. Qualifications and Requirements: 12-month lease minimum. $35 Application fee per adult 2 Person occupancy-maximum Tenants pay a $25 per month per occupant to cover water and trash No Pets No smoking 650 Minimum Credit Score Gross Income of 2.5 times the rent 3 Years of verifiable rental history with no evictions Tenants pay Gas & Electric, cable/internet Renter's Insurance/Liability Insurance Required |
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Amenities for Aztec Apartments
Apartment Amenities
| Air Conditioning | Balcony |
| Private Balcony | Upstairs Unit |
Appliances
| Wall A/C |
Building
| Onsite Laundry |
Grounds
| Assigned Parking | Swimming Pool |
Units, floor plans, amenities, dimensions, details, availability, and prices may be approximate and subject to change. Please contact a community representative for more information.
Policies and fees
Applicants
Applicants
One-time.
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REQUIRED FEES
Security Deposit
One-time. Refundable.
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Parking Policy
Assigned Parking
Dog Policy
Not allowed
Cat Policy
Not allowed
No pets allowed.
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Building details
Property details
| Units | 30 |
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About Aztec Apartments
Welcome to Aztec Apartments. This Studio is a downstairs unit located in the vibrant city of La Mesa, CA. This spacious studio apartment offers a unique blend of comfort and convenience with its well-designed layout. It features a large closet for ample storage and a private balcony where you can enjoy the beautiful California weather. The apartment comes with a refrigerator and a stove/oven, making meal preparation a breeze. For your comfort, the unit is equipped with wall A/C to keep you cool during the warm summer months. The property also includes one dedicated parking space for your vehicle. As a resident of this La Mesa Studio, you will have access to a community pool, perfect for a refreshing dip or lounging in the sun. Additionally, the convenience of on-site laundry facilities makes this apartment a practical choice. Experience the enjoyment of living in La Mesa and the convenience of local shops and restaurants, parks and more. Please call 619-296-3189 to schedule an appointment. Qualifications and Requirements: 12-month lease minimum. $35 Application fee per adult 2 Person occupancy-maximum Tenants pay a $25 per month per occupant to cover water and trash No Pets No smoking 650 Minimum Credit Score Gross Income of 2.5 times the rent 3 Years of verifiable rental history with no evictions Tenants pay Gas & Electric, cable/internet Renter's Insurance/Liability Insurance Required
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.
8.3
/10
Very GoodWith a solid 8.3 out of 10 overall, Aztec Apartments is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, Aztec Apartments 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·9A 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.
Aztec Apartments stands out with a remarkable rating of 9/10 for its cost per bedroom compared to other rentals in the area. Considering the excellent balance between price, convenience, and comfort that it provides, residents enjoy a high-quality living experience.
Amenities·9A 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.
Aztec Apartments goes above and beyond to provide sought-after conveniences and desirable perks, including assigned parking. Renters looking for popular or luxurious features will find them here—and for that reason, Aztec Apartments receives one of the highest amenities scores.
Location·9A score based on proximity and ease of access to shops, restaurants, schools, and public transportation while considering the desirability of the area.
Aztec Apartments 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 Aztec Apartments 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.
Aztec Apartments is great for:
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 Aztec Apartments compares to other nearby properties.
Positives
- Laundry available on site
- Washers and dryers are available in-building or in-unit
- Outdoor space
- Easy access to the outdoors
Considerations
- Greater distance from grade schools
- The nearest elementary school is farther than 1 mile away
- Greater distance from middle schools
- The nearest middle school is farther than 1 mile away
- Greater distance from high schools
- The nearest high school is farther than 2 miles away
- Lacks images
- Fewer than 10 photos available for this location
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Rent trends in La Mesa
studio apartments at Aztec Apartments cost about 2% more than the average rent price for studio apartments in La Mesa.
Median rents as of Dec 6 2025.
La Mesa
La Mesa
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| December 2023 | $1,795 |
| January 2024 | $1,799 |
| February 2024 | $1,800 |
| March 2024 | $1,816 |
| April 2024 | $1,825 |
| May 2024 | $1,854 |
| June 2024 | $1,756 |
| July 2024 | $1,666 |
| August 2024 | $1,777 |
| September 2024 | $1,813 |
| October 2024 | $1,860 |
| November 2024 | $1,822 |
| December 2024 | $1,800 |
| January 2025 | $1,785 |
| February 2025 | $1,800 |
| March 2025 | $1,735 |
| April 2025 | $1,765 |
| May 2025 | $1,795 |
| June 2025 | $1,742 |
| July 2025 | $1,778 |
| August 2025 | $1,797 |
| September 2025 | $1,763 |
| October 2025 | $1,761 |
| November 2025 | $1,695 |
| December 2025 | $1,660 |
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| December 2023 | $1,795 |
| January 2024 | $1,799 |
| February 2024 | $1,800 |
| March 2024 | $1,816 |
| April 2024 | $1,825 |
| May 2024 | $1,854 |
| June 2024 | $1,756 |
| July 2024 | $1,666 |
| August 2024 | $1,777 |
| September 2024 | $1,813 |
| October 2024 | $1,860 |
| November 2024 | $1,822 |
| December 2024 | $1,800 |
| January 2025 | $1,785 |
| February 2025 | $1,800 |
| March 2025 | $1,735 |
| April 2025 | $1,765 |
| May 2025 | $1,795 |
| June 2025 | $1,742 |
| July 2025 | $1,778 |
| August 2025 | $1,797 |
| September 2025 | $1,763 |
| October 2025 | $1,761 |
| November 2025 | $1,695 |
| December 2025 | $1,660 |
Affordability calculator
Can I afford to live at 5721 Lake Murray Blvd?
Bedrooms
StudioRent-to-income ratio
30%
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Recommended income
$67,800/yr
With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $67,800 annually to afford this studio monthly rent price of $1,695.
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Schools near Aztec Apartments
Maryland Avenue Elementary School
5400 maryland ave
la mesa, CA, 91941
K-6Public
B+
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Internet available near Aztec Apartments
Getting around La Mesa near 5721 Lake Murray Blvd
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
4/10
More spots are within biking distance and some roads are cyclist-friendly.
Transit
3/10
There are a few mass transit options within the area.
Points of interest for 5721 Lake Murray Blvd, La Mesa
Groceries
8/10
At least one supermarket within a 10-minute walk
Shopping
6/10
Several shops within walking distance
Cafes
4/10
Some cafés within a few minutes’ walk
Restaurants
6/10
Variety of restaurants within a few minutes' walk
Primary schools
6/10
At least one elementary school within a 20-minute walk
High schools
2/10
At least one high school within a 30-minute walk
Parks
7/10
Large amount of park space nearby
Nightlife
3/10
Some bars within walking distance
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