Frequently Asked Questions
Applications, Leases & Rent
Our leases are typically 12 months, but we do offer a variety of options. Contact us for more details.
We do not offer individual leases (by-the-bed) with co-living arrangements (individual leases with private rooms and shared common spaces). We offer a single lease with everyone on the same lease.
Yes, the security deposit is $500. And yes, the entire deposit is refundable as long as the apartment is left in the condition it was when residents move in.
Residents are responsible to pay their own utilities.
Yes, renter's insurance is required for the property. For individual renter's insurance, the amount is up to the individual renter for a personal renter's policy.
Apartments cannot be listed on short-term rental platforms such as Airbnb or VRBO.
Leases are locked into the contract that you sign before you move-in, you'll need to reach out to the leasing office to discuss this in depth if needed.
Yes, the application fee is $75. (Pricing is subject to change.)
Community, Amenities & Policies
Yes, our apartments are cable ready. Resident sets up their own account with a local cable provider.
At Lake Shore, we are pleased to be a smoke-free community. Smoking is prohibited in all locations — private and shared.
We are a pet-friendly community and have a pet play area for your furry friends! Cats and dogs, age 12+ months and spayed or neutered are welcome. We charge pet rent, have a two-pet limit, and city code breed restrictions apply.
Lake Shore apartments is near Terrace Elementary School, Southview Middle School, Parkview Middle School and Ankeny High School. Aneeny Christian Academy is a nearby private elementary, middle, and high school.
We are adjacent to the DART Park & Ride Lot
Yes! We have an awesome grilling patio available for community use.
We provide surface parking, and we have garages available as well.
Apartment Amenities
This four-story community built in 2017 and features 239 apartment homes.
No, our apartments are unfurnished, waiting for your personal touch and style choices.
Our contemporary urban-style kitchens feature granite countertops and stainless steel appliances including dishwasher, refrigerator, electric range, microwave, and disposal.
For your convenience, each apartment has its own washer/dryer setup.
Bathrooms are equipped with a tub/shower combination setup.
Yes! We want you to be comfortable year round.
Yes. High-speed internet is available and a second or third bedroom works perfectly as an office setup.
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