Assisted Living

Montera, the

5740 Lake Murray Blvd, La Mesa, CA 91942 · San Diego County

Tucked away on a gorgeous property in La Mesa, CA, just minutes from downtown San Diego, The Montera defines care-focused senior living. From well-appointed studio and one bedroom apartments, to personalized care plans designed for each Assisted Living resident, to rejuvenating short-term stays, to our Memory Care nei…

(619) 832-2599 Visit website ↗

How much does Montera, the cost?

Source checked Sep 14, 2026. Prices may have changed. Ask for a written quote covering care, medication support and one-time fees.

See room and fee details ↓Check the community’s current prices ↗Compare two written quotes →

A little clarity for your next step

What to know before you visit

Start with the things that matter to your loved one. Use the details below to build your questions, then ask the community what life and care would look like for them.

Picture daily lifeExplore available community photos Hear other perspectivesGoogle: 4.6/5 (121 reviews)Understand the care recordReview licensing information and source limits Plan for the full costSee pricing details and ask which care services cost extra

Want to check the original state records? Find California licensing and inspection resources →

Reviews reflect individual experiences. Inspection findings describe specific events; missing reports do not mean there were no concerns.

Prepare questions for a visit →

1 / 4

A closer look at the community

Photo 1 · facility website. Photos may not reflect current rooms or services.

Picture your loved one here

Ask to see a room like the one available, its bathroom, dining spaces, and outdoor areas. On a visit, notice how easy it feels to move around and how staff interact with residents.

Ask about current rooms Add this community to your visit plan

Getting to know this community

Reported details and questions to help you prepare for a conversation.

Get to know this community in La Mesa

Montera, the is listed in La Mesa, CA, with assisted living in its directory record. The reported license category is RESIDENTIAL CARE ELDERLY. A licensing retrieval date is not recorded here. Check the official state source for current status.

Think about a typical day for your loved one: the help they need, people they enjoy seeing, and routines that bring comfort. Ask the community how it would support those priorities, and confirm availability before making plans.

Details on file

✓Location: La Mesa, CA
✓Care categories on file: assisted living
✓Outside review ratings available from Google

Questions for your visit

You do not have to know every answer before you visit. Start with these questions and ask for details specific to your loved one.

Topics noted in the summary

How would staff support your loved one’s daily routine and changing care needs?
What staff are available overnight, and how are urgent needs handled?
What is included in the written monthly quote, and which care services cost extra?

Can you show us the current license and latest inspection report, including any follow-up findings?
Check source information →
Could we speak with current residents or families about daily life and how concerns are handled?
Read the review sources →
Which floor plans, tour spaces, or dining options shown online apply to this location and the room available to us?
Explore visit resources →
What would the full monthly cost be for my loved one, and which care services or one-time charges are extra?
Review pricing details →
How would you assess my loved one’s needs, and what happens if those needs change?

Keep your answers in the tour planner →

Finding the right fit: Use a conversation and a visit to decide whether the reported care options fit your loved one. A directory category alone cannot establish suitability.

At a glance

Reported capacity · confirm unit: 225
Avg. residents/day: —
Ownership: —
Part of a chain: Not reported
Continuing care: Not reported

Pricing & cost

Planning estimates are not a community quote. Ask the community for current rates and an itemized list of required charges.

Compare rooms and starting rent

Apartment rates published by The Montera, checked Sep 14, 2026. These are starting rents, not a quote for your loved one’s total cost.

Understand the full cost. These are apartment starting rents. Confirm which personal care services, medication support, utilities and one-time fees are included in your written quote. For shared rooms, ask whether the rate is per resident. The rate effective date and current openings are not established.

Published room rents at The Montera
Living option & room	Starting rent / month	Availability
Assisted LivingAssisted Living Studio · Studio · 1 bathroom · 260 sq. ft.	$4,100	Confirm with community
Assisted LivingAssisted Living Medium Studio · Studio · 1 bathroom · 324 sq. ft.	$4,400	Confirm with community
Assisted LivingAssisted Living Large Studio · Studio · 1 bathroom · 376 sq. ft.	$4,600	Confirm with community
Assisted LivingAssisted Living One Bedroom · 1 bedroom · 2 bathrooms · 648 sq. ft.	$6,500	Confirm with community
Memory CareMemory Care Shared Studio · Studio · 1 bathroom · 450 sq. ft.	$5,470	Confirm with community
Memory CareMemory Care Private Studio · Studio · 1 bathroom · 260 sq. ft.	$6,135	Confirm with community
Memory CareMemory Care Medium Studio · Studio · 1 bathroom · 324 sq. ft.	$6,800	Confirm with community
Memory CareMemory Care Large Studio · Studio · 1 bathroom · 376 sq. ft.	$7,200	Confirm with community

Living-option labels follow the community’s website. Rates and availability can change; a listed room is not a reservation.

Check current floor plans, rates and terms ↗

Level of care	Monthly cost	Source
Assisted Living	$5,940–$9,290/mo (modeled range) 2024–2026 published survey medians, state median adjusted to local San Diego prices (BEA regional price parities). Request a quote for exact pricing.	Local market estimate

Published starting prices and market estimates may exclude additional fees. Request a current, itemized quote for your care needs. How we estimate costs

Request exact pricing for Montera, the →

Services and details to confirm

These topics come from source records and community websites. They do not confirm that a service is currently offered, available, or included in the price.

State-licensed community
Help with daily activities
Medication management
Restaurant-style dining
Housekeeping & laundry
Social activities
Memory care
Respite / short-term stays
Pet friendly
Scheduled transportation
Chef-prepared meals
On-site salon / barber
Fitness center
Wellness programs
Daily activities & events
Courtyard / outdoor space
Library
Studio apartments
Concierge services
24-hour staff

Make it specific to your loved one

Ask which services are provided at this location, who provides them, and whether they cost extra. For care or therapy, ask about the assessment required and what happens if needs change.

Keep questions in your visit plan →

Picture everyday life here

Explore these links from the community website before your visit. Ask which layouts, spaces, and dining options apply to the room your loved one would move into.

Explore floor plans ↗Opens the resource linked by the community

Links found 2026-09-14 on the source website. Linked resources may cover multiple locations or change over time; room availability is not confirmed.

Care described by this community

The community website describes Assisted Living at this location. Ask which program fits your loved one’s needs and whether space is currently available.

Read the community’s care information ↗ · Reviewed 2026-09-14. This is community-reported information, separate from state licensing records.

Location

5740 Lake Murray Blvd, La Mesa, CA

Monday: Open 24 hours
Tuesday: Open 24 hours
Wednesday: Open 24 hours
Thursday: Open 24 hours
Friday: Open 24 hours
Saturday: Open 24 hours
Sunday: Open 24 hours

Reviews & reputation

Reviews, when available, are shown with their source. Review ratings are separate from licensing and inspection records.

Google

4.6

121 reviews →

Retrieved 2026-08-03 · individual experiences

Family reviews

No family reviews are available on Haven for Montera, the.

Ask the community about speaking with current residents or families. Use your tour planner to record what you learn and questions to follow up on.

Prepare questions for your tour

Common questions about Montera, the

Compare published room rents and fee details →

How much does Montera, the cost?

Published starting room rents per month: Assisted Living from $4,100; Memory Care from $5,470. Each amount is the lowest recorded room offer for that living option, not a total-cost quote or a guaranteed available room. Source checked Sep 14, 2026. Prices may have changed; confirm an itemized quote with the community.

What types of care does Montera, the offer?

Montera, the in La Mesa, CA offers assisted living and is licensed for 225 beds.

Prepare a care shortlist in San Diego

Compare care fit, costs and admission requirements before a move. Timelines and openings vary by community.

Ask which assessments and documents are required before admission.
Confirm current openings, waitlist procedures and whether touring reserves anything.
Request an itemized written quote and review deposit and cancellation terms.

Build your tour plan Compare communities

Your next steps

1
Confirm the fit
Review licensing records, reported services and available inspection information against the person's care needs.
2
Get a written quote
Contact Montera, the directly for current rates, care charges, openings and admission requirements.
3
Tour and compare
Use the same questions at each community. Ask about staffing, daily routines, total costs and changes in care needs.
4
Review terms before paying
Ask for written deposit, refund, cancellation and move-in terms. Confirm what any payment reserves.

Data sources:State licensing recordGoogleOfficial website

Haven record updated 2026-08-24. We show imported source information. This date does not establish when a license was last checked.

Licensing data retrieved by Haven: Not recorded

Licensing source reported date: Not provided

Retrieval is not independent verification. Check the official source for current licensing and confirm services and availability with the community.

Reported license category: RESIDENTIAL CARE ELDERLY

How we evaluate & score communities →

Need help with a time-sensitive move?

For a hospital discharge, ask the discharge-planning team about appropriate options and timing. Contact communities directly to confirm care fit and openings. Haven does not guarantee an immediate response or placement.

Find local services through Eldercare Locator Check official state resources

Before you tour or sign

Own or manage this community?

Help families get accurate answers. Request a listing correction or discuss Haven's placement partner program. Partnership inquiries do not create an agreement or guarantee referrals.

Discuss a placement partnership →Request a listing correction →

More communities to compare

Records in San Diego, CA with a shared care category and available coordinates, ordered by approximate distance. This is not a complete list of nearby communities. Confirm that each community can meet your specific care needs.