The Lakes of Valparaiso
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1715 Lake Michigan Drive, Valparaiso, IN 46383

4.6

(753 Reviews & Surveys)
$1,258 - $2,396/mo

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4.6 rating

466 total reviews

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Current Resident 1316800

Verified Resident 2024 - 2025

5.0

9/26/2025

Lakes Of Valparaiso is a wonderful community place to walk your dog tennis court basketball workout facility Wonderful pool good community for families especially for those with animals. They take care of any maintenance request very quickly and to your satisfaction I have had no complaints except for the fact that if I Had one thing that I would ask is that they would be all non-smoking, but that's it

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    3/5/2026

    Thank you so much for your review!
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    Current Resident 1372661

    Verified Resident 2024 - 2025

    4.7

    9/26/2025

    I have enjoyed living in this complex. The amenities are well maintained and the rent has been very reasonable so far. I hope to renew my lease when the time comes. The office staff is very prompt and responds quickly and professionally to any questions/concerns I have.

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      3/5/2026

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      Current Resident 1371325

      Verified Resident 2018 - 2025

      3.7

      9/22/2025

      I would highly recommend Lakes of Valparaiso. It's a quiet community and full of things to do inside and out. Beautiful grounds and they even have a play place for Fido. Maintenance is awesome. If there's an emergency in the middle of night in subzero temperatures these folks will be there. Hats off to maintenance and Lakes of Valparaiso

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      3/5/2026

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      Current Resident 1369858

      Verified Resident 2025

      4.3

      9/17/2025

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        Property Manager Response

        3/5/2026

        We re grateful you took the time to provide feedback.
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        Current Resident 1368566

        Verified Resident 2025

        4.7

        9/13/2025

        So far so good, community has been really welcoming and management has been helpful and quick with replies/maintenance. Lots of dog families which gives our dog some friends and we have enjoyed the community activities hosted so far.

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          3/5/2026

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          Current Resident 1360037

          Verified Resident 2025

          4.3

          9/5/2025

          I moved here from Michigan. The office staff was very helpful in making the move easy and fast. I am very happy with my apartment, its location and all of the amenities the complex has to offer especially the pool.

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            3/5/2026

            We re grateful you took the time to provide feedback.

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            Current Resident 842670

            Verified Resident 2020 - 2025

            4.8

            9/3/2025

            Love it! Very nice community and wonderful apartments. Great office and maintenance staff. Really feels like home. Can't imagine leaving here ever! Well maintained complex, very safe. Mixture of old, young, families,...best in Valparaiso!

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              3/5/2026

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              Current Resident 1306219

              Verified Resident 2025

              4.2

              8/27/2025

              It's been great. It is definitely a bit steep rent-wise, but I feel the value and amenities offered make it worth it. Neighbors are respectful and friendly, and the staff are amazing. The social events are inclusive and fun..

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                3/5/2026

                Your feedback means a lot to us thank you for sharing it.
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                Current Resident 1357875

                Verified Resident 2024 - 2025

                5.0

                8/11/2025

                Great amenities and friendly staff! We always appreciate their timely responses to maintenance requests and general inquiries. The neighborhood is quiet, and everything is kept up to date. Close to retail and stores.

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                  3/5/2026

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                  Current Resident 1352708

                  Verified Resident 2024 - 2025

                  5.0

                  7/24/2025

                  It's been great! Great staff and great community! For anyone thinking about possibly moving in, I would definitely recommend the Lakes of Valparaiso! I planned originally to stay for 1 year and I'm finding myself staying for another one atleast!

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                    3/5/2026

                    Your feedback means a lot to us thank you for sharing it.
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                    Current Resident 1350525

                    Verified Resident 2024 - 2025

                    4.7

                    7/15/2025

                    Great apartment. I love that it feels more like a community than an apartment complex. Lots of great amenities, and staff is very responsive to problems and/or concerns. The atmosphere feels very relaxing, especially now that it is summer!

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                      Current Resident 1347781

                      Verified Resident 2025

                      4.7

                      7/4/2025

                      Great place to live in, amazing community, environment and security. The atmosphere is really warm and the maintenance is great too. Having moved countries I hope to make this new apartment my home very soon.

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                        3/5/2026

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                        Current Resident 1291247

                        Verified Resident 2025

                        5.0

                        6/30/2025

                        I've had a great experience at the Lakes of Valparaiso. I have new carpet, filter is clean, apartment smells great, freshly painted walls, bathroom is spotless. Keep up the good work. Thank you for the great job

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                          3/5/2026

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                          Current Resident 1319206

                          Verified Resident 2022 - 2025

                          4.8

                          6/27/2025

                          LOV is great. Absolutely recommend this community. I moved here when my marriage ended, and the level of support from LOV staff has been amazing. I plan to renew in October, and I'm looking forward to another year here.

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                            3/5/2026

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                            Current Resident 1341582

                            Verified Resident 2022 - 2025

                            4.5

                            6/9/2025

                            We love living here! We love our apartment and the community is so friendly. The maintenance crew is very efficient and glad to help and the office staff are always pleasant.We love that we are close to great shopping and restaurants.

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                              Current Resident 1339265

                              Verified Resident 2025

                              4.3

                              6/1/2025

                              We have not lived here long enough to provide adequate feedback, so I do not feel at liberty to answer this question effectively. Therefore, if at a future time I have to fill out this survey, I will give my comments then.

                                Property Manager Response

                                3/5/2026

                                Thank you!
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                                Current Resident 349373

                                Verified Resident 2024 - 2025

                                4.8

                                5/26/2025

                                Community has been great. Staff events have been fun and welcoming. Love the amenities that are provided to us. This will be the first year to try the pool, so looking forward to that. Moving from Chicago to here has been great for the piece and quiet of city life.

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                                  3/5/2026

                                  Your feedback means a lot to us thank you for sharing it.
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                                  Current Resident 1336916

                                  Verified Resident 2016 - 2025

                                  1.2

                                  5/19/2025

                                  Rent hikes wveycyear without new value provided. Poorly planned/boring events, zero community created. Incompetent maintenance scheduling treatments to the road and grass without considering residents. Incredibly disappointed, and it's no wonder there are empty units.

                                    Property Manager Response

                                    3/5/2026

                                    Thank you for sharing your feedback. We re sorry to hear that your experience has not met expectations. Our team strives to create a positive living environment, and we understand how concerns about communication, community events, and scheduling of maintenance or grounds work can be frustrating. Your comments are important to us and will be shared with our team as we continually work to improve the resident experience. If you would be willing, we encourage you to reach out to the office directly so we can discuss your concerns in more detail and work toward a resolution.
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                                    Current Resident 1336893

                                    Verified Resident 2025

                                    4.5

                                    5/19/2025

                                    Maintenance has been great! Usually very speedy with repairs and friendly staff. Love the upgraded feel of the apartment and we have a great view. Complex is very nice and the amenities and resident events are fun.

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                                      Current Resident 1336544

                                      Verified Resident 2024 - 2025

                                      5.0

                                      5/17/2025

                                      Office peeps are very approachable. Maintenance team gets the job done quick. Luxury feel in the unit - from the materials used to the quality and build. We have a peaceful community. It's also quiet here and we love it.

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                                        Current Resident 1336258

                                        Verified Resident 2022 - 2025

                                        4.8

                                        5/15/2025

                                        We love it here we are going on four years . Great staff and maintenance !! Would highly recommend! I do not like how there's always a high rent increase each year but you get what you pay for and this is a great place to live!

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                                          3/5/2026

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                                          Current Resident 1103252

                                          Verified Resident 2024 - 2025

                                          4.7

                                          5/12/2025

                                          Love the intimacy of the neighborhood and community. Perfect for raising our kids; feeing comfortable and safe. Our family enjoys the amenities and the accessibility of them. Other neighborhoods are within walking distance along with some trails.

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                                            Current Resident 1107338

                                            Verified Resident 2023 - 2025

                                            5.0

                                            4/28/2025

                                            The Lakes Of Valparaiso was a very friendly community and extremely clean. It is a very private place with a very prompt and friendly staff. Thank you again for all you do. Take a look if you're thinking about the Valpo commmunity .

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                                              Current Resident 1330025

                                              Verified Resident 2024 - 2025

                                              4.7

                                              4/17/2025

                                              The Lakes is a great apartment community overall. The staff is always incredibly helpful, responsive, and kind. I really don't have much to complain about as far as the condition and quality of the community. The apartments aren't brand new anymore though and it doesn't feel worth such a high premium on rent. This is my second time living at The Lakes, and I understood the premium when the community was still pretty new. But rent rates have increased at a higher rate than other very comparable apartment communities in the city. Just a small one bedroom apartment rents for the same price as, if not more than, the mortgage on a multi-bed multi-bath house. I understand you get maintenance-free living and amenities, but it still just feels like you don't get the value you'd expect for the price. Aside from that, the experience living at The Lakes has been great both times I've lived here.

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                                                Current Resident 1325986

                                                Verified Resident 2024 - 2025

                                                5.0

                                                4/16/2025

                                                I love the community; I really can't wait to be less busy at work to enjoy the amenities more. My son does enjoy the gym since it is open 24/7 and always very clean for him. I wish the rest of the amenities were opened longer times so I can enjoy it too with my son, as the pool table and back side.

                                                  Floor Plans & Pricing

                                                  1 Bedroom

                                                  1 Bedroom 1 Bath

                                                  1 Bed, 1 Bath | 759 - 1,042 sq. ft.

                                                  $1,258 - $1,578

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                                                  1 Bedroom 1 Bath W/ Den

                                                  1 Bed, 1 Bath | 960 - 1,081 sq. ft.

                                                  $1,579 - $1,647

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                                                  2 Bedrooms

                                                  2 Bedroom 2 Bathroom

                                                  2 Beds, 2 Baths | 1,028 - 1,376 sq. ft.

                                                  $1,682 - $2,180

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                                                  3 Bedrooms

                                                  3 Bedroom 2 bathroom

                                                  3 Beds, 2 Baths | 1,376 - 1,570 sq. ft.

                                                  $2,134 - $2,396

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                                                  Review Ratings (from 56 reviews)

                                                  Noise

                                                  4.6

                                                  Grounds

                                                  4.4

                                                  Safety

                                                  4.5

                                                  Office Staff

                                                  4.7

                                                  Maintenance

                                                  4.8

                                                  Neighborhood

                                                  4.8

                                                  Survey Scores (from 287 surveys)

                                                  Post-Tour Survey

                                                  4.7

                                                  Move-In Survey

                                                  4.8

                                                  Maintenance & Support Survey

                                                  4.8

                                                  Lease Renewal Survey

                                                  4.3

                                                  Review Count

                                                  A+

                                                  Number of reviews in the past 365 days

                                                  56

                                                  Manager’s Review Engagement

                                                  B

                                                  Percentage of reviews responded to

                                                  67.86%

                                                  Manager’s Review Reply Time

                                                  F

                                                  Average time to respond to reviews

                                                  179.95 days

                                                  Features & Amenities

                                                  Laundry
                                                  • In-Unit Washer/Dryer
                                                  Parking
                                                  • Garage
                                                  • Parking
                                                  Other
                                                  • Air Conditioner
                                                  • Balcony or Deck
                                                  • Business Center
                                                  • Cat-Friendly Community
                                                  • Clubhouse
                                                  • Concierge
                                                  • Controlled Access
                                                  • DishWasher
                                                  • Fitness Center
                                                  • Furnished
                                                  • Guest Room
                                                  • High-Speed Internet
                                                  • Large Dog Friendly
                                                  • On-Site Maintenance
                                                  • On-Site Management
                                                  • Playground
                                                  • Pool
                                                  • Premium Flooring
                                                  • Short Term Lease Available
                                                  • Tennis Court
                                                  • Volleyball Court
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                                                  Leasing Options

                                                    • 12 months

                                                  Office Hours

                                                  • Sunday: Closed
                                                  • Monday: 10:00 AM - 09:00 PM
                                                  • Tuesday - Wednesday: 10:00 AM - 06:00 PM
                                                  • Thursday - Saturday: 10:00 AM - 09:00 PM
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                                                  Frequently Asked

                                                  How is The Lakes of Valparaiso Rated?
                                                  Based on 753 number of votes by renters, The Lakes of Valparaiso is currently rated 4.6 out of 5 stars.
                                                  How satisfied are residents with the upkeep and overall appearance of the grounds at The Lakes of Valparaiso?
                                                  The Lakes of Valparaiso is rated 4.4 out of 5 stars in our renters grounds survey, which is considered good. The grounds are generally well maintained and attractive.
                                                  How effective was the maintenance team when resolving your problem?
                                                  The Lakes of Valparaiso is rated 4.8 out of 5 stars in our renters maintenance survey, which is considered excellent. The maintenance team is very responsive and effective in addressing issues.
                                                  What are noise levels like at The Lakes of Valparaiso?
                                                  The Lakes of Valparaiso is rated 4.6 out of 5 stars in our renters noise survey, which is considered excellent. The noise level is consistently low and does not cause any disturbances.
                                                  How safe is The Lakes of Valparaiso?
                                                  The Lakes of Valparaiso is rated 4.5 out of 5 stars in our renters safety survey, which is considered excellent. The complex is very secure and safe, with no major safety concerns.
                                                  How satisfied are residents with the neighborhood?
                                                  The Lakes of Valparaiso is rated 4.8 out of 5 stars in our renters neighborhood survey, which is considered excellent. The complex is located in a very desirable and safe neighborhood with convenient access to local attractions and services.
                                                  How satisfied are residents with the staff at The Lakes of Valparaiso?
                                                  The Lakes of Valparaiso is rated 4.7 out of 5 stars in our renters staff survey, which is considered excellent. The staff is extremely helpful and responsive to resident needs.
                                                  How often does management engage with reviews?
                                                  Managers have responded to 67.86% of their community reviews in the past year.
                                                  How quickly does management engage with reviews?
                                                  Managers have replied within 179.95 days to their community reviews in the past year.
                                                  Who manages The Lakes of Valparaiso?
                                                  Weiss Entities
                                                  What is the pet policy at The Lakes of Valparaiso?
                                                  No pet policy available
                                                  What types of floor plans are available?
                                                  1 Bed, 1 Bath
                                                  2 Beds, 2 Baths
                                                  3 Beds, 2 Baths

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                                                  The Lakes of Valparaiso is a 759 - 1,570 sq. ft. apartment in Valparaiso in zip code 46383. This community has a 1 - 3 Beds, 1 - 2 Baths, and is for rent for $1,258 - $2,396. Nearby cities include Chesterton, Burns Harbor, Portage, Westville, Hobart, Ogden Dunes, New Chicago, Winfield, Lake Station, Hebron, Gary, Merrillville, and Crown Point.