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

4.6

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

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4.6 rating

466 total reviews

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Current Resident 1031079

Verified Resident 2020 - 2022

4.5

5/31/2022

Staff is very friendly and responsive to requests. Units are spacious and amenities are very nice. I had a large deck with a pretty view of the pond. Gym is great and was never too busy/crowded. Lots of dog in the neighborhood:) I enjoyed living at LOV and would recommend to others.

    Property Manager Response

    5/31/2022

    Thank you so much for taking the time to post a review and for highlighting all of the reasons as to why you have enjoyed your experience while living at LOV!!

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    Current Resident 1027447

    Verified Resident 2022

    4.8

    5/31/2022

    While looking for an apartment near Valparaiso, LOV appeared to be the nicest apartment community in the area. I have to admit that some of the negative reviews had me scratching my head. The main criticisms I saw were poor apartment construction, noise level and Apartment staff not courteous. In the month I've lived here, I haven't experienced any of the negatives. Its a great community with modern amenities. The location is excellent. Its a great place.

      Property Manager Response

      5/31/2022

      Thank you for your honest review. New office management has been in place since most of the negative reviews. Our staff is resident-focused and strives to provide friendly and professional customer service while providing an enjoyable experience to all our residents and guests. If you ever experience any issues with your apartment or need assistance with anything, please do not hesitate to reach out to us.

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      Current Resident 467624

      Verified Resident 2017 - 2022

      5.0

      5/9/2022

      A great place to live. Club house, pool, puppy park, tennis, volleyball, basketball, bike trails. Office staff and maintainance staff are great. I would highly recommend Lakes of Valparaiso for the best place to live.

        Property Manager Response

        5/10/2022

        Thank you for this wonderful review! We truly appreciate your 5 star feedback!
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        Current Resident 1019572

        Verified Resident 2021 - 2022

        4.5

        4/25/2022

        This is a great community to live in that is close to businesses but gives you the look and feel of privacy away from populated areas. They really put thought into the high end finishes and keeping the properties maintained. I really enjoy that you can make your space your own by decorating and painting to your style preferences. That's important especially in recent times where many of us were working remotely more than ever before.

          Property Manager Response

          4/27/2022

          Thank you for the positive feedback! We are grateful that you have chosen LOV and that you are enjoying your apartment and our community.
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          Current Resident 1018711

          Verified Resident 2018 - 2022

          5.0

          4/22/2022

          Lakes of Valpo is a wonderful community. We are in our 3rd year here and I love it. The neighbors are amazing and the staff is great! They are always great and respond extremely quick if there is ever a problem.

            Property Manager Response

            4/25/2022

            Thank you for your review. We are very happy that you have continued to call LOV home for the last 3 years! Please don't hesitate to let us know if you need anything.
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            Current Resident 1018490

            Verified Resident 2022

            5.0

            4/21/2022

            LOV is awesome! My experience was amazing from the minute I stepped on the premises. The staff was extremely kind, helpful, and reachable. I was immediately sold on moving here after my tour. Move in went so smoothly. My apartment was very clean, and LOV even left a welcome basket for me!

              Property Manager Response

              4/25/2022

              We are pleased to hear that you are happy with the service that you have received. Our residents our are top priority and we are very grateful for each one of you! Thank you for sharing your experience and please don't hesitate to contact us with any suggestions or ideas.
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              Current Resident 1018425

              Verified Resident 2021 - 2022

              4.5

              4/21/2022

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                Property Manager Response

                4/25/2022

                Thank you for your review. It appears by the score you have rated us; you seem to be happy with your experience living at LOV. If this is not the case, please feel free to contact the leasing office at 219-476-1715, so that we may assist you with any of your needs.
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                Current Resident 1006808

                Verified Resident 2021 - 2022

                4.7

                3/14/2022

                It has been terrific so far, enjoy the walking area and gym. Very comfortable space and enjoying the high ceilings. The gas range is nice touch and cooks very well. Lights could and should be hung free of charge, and not sure I agree with property policy on that.

                  Property Manager Response

                  3/15/2022

                  We're so happy you're having a great experience with us. We are grateful that you have chosen The Lakes of Valparaiso to call home. Please feel free to contact us at 219-476-1715 to further discuss any questions or concerns that you may have regarding the installation of light fixtures. Thank you
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                  Current Resident 1003149

                  Verified Resident 2021 - 2022

                  5.0

                  3/2/2022

                  So far my time has been awesome great place to love and raise a family. Complex has so many interesting things to do. They have a great gym along with great entertainment. All major highways, toll roads, grocery stores are near.

                    Property Manager Response

                    3/7/2022

                    Thank you so much for the 5-star rating, and for highlighting all of the reasons as to why you have enjoyed your experience thus far. Please be sure to let us know right away if you were to ever need anything going forward.

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                    Current Resident 834603

                    Verified Resident 2020 - 2022

                    4.8

                    2/21/2022

                    We have lived here for nearly two years and we love it. It's quiet, convenient (just off IN-49 Vale Park exit), and clean. The property is very well kempt, the neighbors are friendly, and the amenities are worth the price (relative to the market).

                      Property Manager Response

                      2/25/2022

                      Thanks so much for your review! We always try and do our best here, it is so great to see your time at LOV has been a positive reflection of this!
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                      Current Resident 1000089

                      Verified Resident 2021 - 2022

                      4.7

                      2/19/2022

                      Nice apartments, spacious and the grounds are well kept. Clubhouse is clean and various things to do. Pool is well maintained with little cabanas and shallow end for kids. Feels like it's a step above everyone else in the area.

                        Property Manager Response

                        2/25/2022

                        Thank you for your review of LOV! We work hard to provide residents of our community with a beautiful, resort-like experience, so we appreciate your support.

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                        Current Resident 980551

                        Verified Resident 2021 - 2022

                        4.7

                        2/19/2022

                        very friendly staff who are truly concerned with your comfort and take any issues wuickly and seriously. maintenance staff are awesome, polite, and know what they're doing. snow removal is a huge plus and those guys work non-stop to keep parkinglots and sidewalks clear and safe

                          Property Manager Response

                          2/25/2022

                          Thank you for your kind review about our staff! We strive to provide a 5-star experience to all and are pleased that your time here has been a reflection of this.
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                          Current Resident 997585

                          Verified Resident 2022

                          5.0

                          2/10/2022

                          Just moved here. So far nice. Parking can be a problem. If you are lucky you might find a space close to your building. otherwise you walk. Not fun with a carload of groceries in the cold and snow. Each apartment gets two spaces, but not necessarily where you need them to be.

                            Property Manager Response

                            2/16/2022

                            Thank you for your review and feedback. I understand how frustrating it can be not to be able to find a convenient parking spot. We are always fully occupied which can contribute to limited parking directly by your building. Hopefully you will enjoy everything else while living at LOV. Please don't hesitate to reach out with any suggestions or questions. Thank you
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                            Current Resident 984983

                            Verified Resident 2020 - 2021

                            4.7

                            12/29/2021

                            The lakes it's a great place to live. The grounds are very well lit and always kept up. The maintenance staff is on top of any issues, I've never waited longer tha 24hrs for a repair. The front office staff has always been very kind and helpful, and the residents seem to all be very friendly. I really have no complaints!

                              Property Manager Response

                              1/3/2022

                              We're so happy you're having a great experience with us. We are grateful that you have chosen The Lakes of Valparaiso to call home. Thank you for the positive feedback!
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                              Current Resident 983027

                              Verified Resident 2021

                              4.7

                              12/20/2021

                              Just moved in, and so far I absolutely love it! I actually signed a lease here before I had even seen the property, so I was terribly nervous. When I saw my apartment I felt relieved. LOV is the best!

                                Property Manager Response

                                1/3/2022

                                We are so happy to hear that you love living at LOV! If you need anything, please don't hesitate to ask.

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                                Current Resident 657498

                                Verified Resident 2021

                                4.8

                                12/15/2021

                                Happy with service, maintenance very knowledgeable about services. Called and very quickly responded within 15 minutes. Technician knew what to do and quickly corrected problem. He had previously come and already was famine with system.

                                  Property Manager Response

                                  12/17/2021

                                  We are pleased to hear that our maintenance staff has met or exceeded your expectations. We strive to provide the best service possible. Thank you for your review!

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                                  Current Resident 474218

                                  Verified Resident 2018 - 2021

                                  4.5

                                  12/8/2021

                                  Nice floorplans, maintenance staff excellent, workout room is great, and pet friendly. I have recommended the community to several people, all of whom have become residents. The only issue is parking.

                                    Property Manager Response

                                    12/17/2021

                                    Thank you for your review. We are so happy to hear that you are enjoy living at The Lakes of Valparaiso and frequently refer our community to others. I understand that parking can be frustrating at times, especially when all our apartments are fully occupied. If parking continues to be a problem, we do offer detached garages which might be helpful, especially during the winter months!
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                                    Current Resident 978149

                                    Verified Resident 2021

                                    2.7

                                    12/3/2021

                                    Great apartment if you can afford it. Not something I would recommend for a young couple or family. Have to pay for dish network even if you don't use it, our frontier internet has gone out 3x in 6 months and is very slow, pool and bathrooms were always dirty during the summer, we live on the bottom floor so frequently have bugs and spiders in our apartment, our neighbors are extremely loud & often smell marijuana through the vents. Have also had a maintenance person walk in our apartment without notice, while in the shower. While it is a beautiful apartment & great location, simply not worth the investment.

                                      Property Manager Response

                                      12/17/2021

                                      We are so sorry to hear about your negative experience. We can certainly understand your frustration with certain services. We diligently try to resolve any issues as soon as we are notified. Unfortunately, we do not have control over certain outages or service disruptions. We take pride in our community and do our best to provide a clean and safe environment for all of our residents. If you experience any disruptions from your neighbors, please notify the office right away so we can address your complaint and any concerns that you may have. Please feel free to contact us at 219-476-1715 so we can discuss any of your concerns further. Thank you
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                                      Current Resident 977550

                                      Verified Resident 2021

                                      4.2

                                      12/1/2021

                                      Its expensive to live here but nice and safe. Landscaping can use more upkeep. Office staff is friendly, Im sad that Tricia left though. Clubhouse access could be more accessible and not closed off if the office is closed.

                                        Property Manager Response

                                        12/17/2021

                                        Thank you for your review. We are always open to new suggestions and appreciate your feedback. Thank you for choosing The Lakes of Valparaiso!
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                                        Current Resident 973191

                                        Verified Resident 2020 - 2021

                                        5.0

                                        11/17/2021

                                        I really enjoy living here! The apartments and area is safe, well lit, updated, well kept, and enjoyable to live at! The pool rules are ridiculous, but everything else I've been happy with! I renewed my lease for another year.

                                          Property Manager Response

                                          12/17/2021

                                          Thank you for your review. Unfortunately, rules have to be put into place as a safeguard for our residents in addition to the preservation of the pool and surrounding amenities. We are always open to suggestions, so please feel free to contact us at 219-476-1715, with any suggestions that you may have.
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                                          Current Resident 969143

                                          Verified Resident 2020 - 2021

                                          5.0

                                          11/8/2021

                                          It's been great. No issues or problems that aren't solved. Rent does increase is yearly it seems which is difficult to handle sometimes but quality of living area is great for the area. Staff is fantastic and neighbors all very nice.

                                            Property Manager Response

                                            12/17/2021

                                            Thank you for the 5-star review. We appreciate you and your feedback!
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                                            Current Resident 967336

                                            Verified Resident 2021

                                            4.2

                                            11/3/2021

                                            The head of office staff seems very unapproachable and impersonal. When asking any question I get the vibe that I annoyed or offended her. The complex could use some more parking spaces. I can only imagine how the snow will affect the current availability of parking.

                                              Property Manager Response

                                              12/17/2021

                                              I'm sorry to hear about your negative experience with one of our staff members. We strive to provide the best customer service possible, so I'm disappointed to hear that we missed the mark and made you feel that way. I understand that parking can be challenging at times, especially when all of our apartments are fully occupied. We use a contractor for our snow removal and are very diligent about about making sure the lots, parking spaces, sidewalks & walking paths are cleared for safe & easy access for our residents. If you would like to address any of your concerns further, please contact our office at 219-476-1715. Thank you
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                                              Current Resident 963075

                                              Verified Resident 2021

                                              4.8

                                              10/20/2021

                                              I have only just moved in. It is day four but I am very happy with my decision to live here. The management and staff have been helpful. The apartment is like new and made me feel right at home. Thanks!

                                              Property Manager Response

                                              12/17/2021

                                              We are pleased to hear about your positive experience so far. Our goal is to provide the best service experience to all of our residents and guests. We hope that you will continue to remain happy while living at The Lakes of Valparaiso.
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                                              Current Resident 960252

                                              Verified Resident 2021

                                              4.7

                                              10/11/2021

                                              Loving it, I am grateful to live here ~ really peaceful & neighbors are friendly ~ the area is really clean & there are a lot of things to do around here ~ parking is even great & I appreciate that I always have a place In front of my building

                                                Property Manager Response

                                                12/17/2021

                                                We're so happy you're having a great experience with us. We are grateful that you have chosen The Lakes of Valparaiso to call home. Thank you for the positive feedback!
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                                                Current Resident 952981

                                                Verified Resident 2021

                                                5.0

                                                9/29/2021

                                                Everyone has been extremely informative, helpful, and professional! When I moved into the apartment, it was surprisingly clean and I could not be happier with my decision to live at the Lakes of Valparaiso.

                                                  Property Manager Response

                                                  12/17/2021

                                                  We're so happy you're having a great experience with us. We are grateful that you have chosen The Lakes of Valparaiso to call home. Thank you for the positive feedback!

                                                  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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                                                  Disclaimer: Special, prices and availabilities subject to change.

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                                                  Renter Ratings

                                                  A

                                                  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 286 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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                                                  How is The Lakes of Valparaiso Rated?
                                                  Based on 752 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.