Frequently Asked Questions
Leasing Questions
We want you to experience leasing your way! We offer in-person and virtual agent guided tours. Recorded video tours are also available to be sent via email if you aren't able to find a time to connect with one of our agents. Click here to schedule a tour.
Each touring adult should bring a valid government issued photo ID. When you find the home you are looking for, you will need your two most recent pay statements, or another form of income verification in order to complete your application with ease. Don't have access to recent pay statements? View our rental criteria to find out what additional forms of income documentation are accepted.
We love our furry friends! We know that pets are your family too. That is why, at Centerspace, we offer pet-friendly apartment living. All of our apartment communities are cat-and dog-friendly. We welcome you and your furry friends with open arms. View our complete pet policy here.
| We're excited that you are interested in making one of our communities home! Applying is easy, and you can access our online application portal a couple of ways. If you are working with an agent, they can send you a direct application invitation to apply for the specific home you are interested in. If you aren't working with an agent, or are just too excited to wait, you can visit the community's website and apply now directly from the website. |
| An application fee and deposit, in the form of earnest money, places the apartment on hold while we complete the screening process. The screening process verifies credit, rental, criminal history and household income. Once this is completed, the application will either be accepted, accepted with conditions, or denied. This process takes anywhere from just a couple of minutes up to five business days. An agent at the community will update you when the screening process is complete, with the outcome and next steps. |
Centerspace uses a third party screening company to process all rental applications. This process includes a verification of credit, rental history, income and criminal background. Income to rent ratios may vary based on local or state requirements. For more information, please visit our rental criteria page.
| Yes, a deposit, often referred to as earnest money at the time of application is required to reserve a home. The deposit is due at the time of application, and is paid electronically during the online application process. The amount of the deposit required may vary based on the community you are applying to and the screening outcome of your application. |
| Yes, Centerspace requires residents to have renters insurance. However, if a resident opts out of renters insurance or have a policy that does not meet our requirements there will be a monthly renters insurance exemption/non-compliance fee. |
| The quick answer is sometimes. If a utility service is billed by the provider directly to the resident, in the resident's name, the resident is responsible for setting the utility up. All phone, cable, and internet needs are the responsibility of the resident and is setup privately. Please reach out to our leasing team for additional details on utilities. |
Resident Questions
| Rent is due on the first of every month, and we like to make paying rent easy. We offer convenient recurring autopayment options, and one-time online payment options accessible right from your private resident portal. |
| Residents can pay their rent through the resident portal on the property website and through the resident app. |
| You can submit a maintenance request by going through the resident portal on our property website or through the resident app. |
Other Questions
Reach out to our team on our contact us page, or give us a call we would be happy to assist you!
Floor Plans & Features
Lakeside Village offers one-, two-, and three-bedroom apartments in Lincoln, Nebraska. Available layouts feature one or two bathrooms, depending on the floor plan.
Apartment homes range from approximately 840 to nearly 1,500 square feet, depending on the selected floor plan. Multiple layouts are available across the one-, two-, and three-bedroom options.
Yes. Lakeside Village features remodeled apartment homes with updated finishes and contemporary design elements in the kitchens and living spaces.
Apartment kitchens feature quartz countertops, white shaker-style cabinetry, breakfast bars, stainless steel appliances, dishwashers, microwaves, ranges, and refrigerators.
Yes. Apartment homes include full-size, in-unit washers and dryers, allowing residents to do laundry without leaving home.
Yes. Apartment homes include central air conditioning and electronic thermostats to help residents manage their indoor temperature.
Yes. Apartment homes include a patio or balcony, providing residents with private outdoor space.
Apartment homes include large closets for additional organization and storage. Separate storage units are also available within the community.
Ceiling fans are available in select apartment homes. Features may vary by floor plan and apartment.
Select apartment homes include faux wood flooring and upgraded lighting packages. Finishes may vary by apartment.
Select apartments may offer views of the surrounding lake area. Ask the leasing team about available view options when selecting an apartment.
Community Amenities
Yes. Residents have access to a 24-hour fitness center with cardio and strength-training equipment. The fitness center is located within the renovated clubhouse.
Yes. Lakeside Village has an outdoor swimming pool with a sundeck. Wi-Fi is also available in the pool area.
Yes. The renovated clubhouse includes lounge areas, a fireplace, a community kitchen, entertainment areas, and work-from-home spaces. Residents can use these shared areas to relax, work, or socialize.
Yes. Lakeside Village offers coworking spaces, dedicated work-from-home stations, and a business center. These areas give residents additional places to work, study, or attend virtual meetings.
Yes. Residents have access to 24-hour package receiving and a secure package room, allowing them to retrieve deliveries outside leasing-office hours.
Yes. Wi-Fi is available in the clubhouse and pool areas.
Yes. Controlled access is included among the community amenities. Lakeside Village also has on-site management and maintenance teams.
Yes. Storage units are available within the community for residents who need space beyond the storage provided inside their apartment.
Yes. The renovated clubhouse includes a community kitchen with a large central island and gathering space. Residents can use the area for entertaining and social gatherings.
Yes. The clubhouse includes lounge areas, a fireplace, foosball, shuffleboard, a community kitchen, and gathering spaces.
Outdoor amenities include a swimming pool with a sundeck and a bark park.
Lakeside Village offers coworking spaces, work-from-home stations, a business center, and Wi-Fi in the clubhouse. These shared spaces give residents alternatives to working inside their apartments.
Location & Neighborhood
Lakeside Village is located at 701 Lakeside Drive in Lincoln, Nebraska, within the Capitol Beach neighborhood. The community is near Downtown Lincoln, local universities, shopping, dining, and recreation.
Lakeside Village is approximately three miles from Downtown Lincoln. Residents have convenient access to downtown restaurants, entertainment, employers, and events.
Lakeside Village is approximately an eight-minute drive from the University of Nebraska-Lincoln. Travel time may vary with traffic and campus destination.
Yes. Lakeside Village is located near Interstate 80, providing connections to Downtown Lincoln and other parts of the city and region.
Yes. Lakeside Village is approximately 1.5 miles from Capitol Beach Lake. Select apartments may also have views of the surrounding lake area.
Nearby recreation destinations include Lakeview Park, Ashley Heights Park, Arnold Heights Park, Union Plaza, and Pioneers Park Nature Center. Residents can also find trails and green spaces throughout Lincoln.
Yes. Residents can find restaurants, breweries, coffee shops, and casual dining options throughout the surrounding area, Downtown Lincoln, and the Haymarket District.
Yes. Shopping and everyday services are available near the community, including Walmart Supercenter and other Lincoln-area retailers.
Nearby entertainment includes Marcus Lincoln Grand Cinema and venues in Downtown Lincoln and the Haymarket District. The surrounding area offers access to movies, live events, restaurants, and nightlife.
The Capitol Beach neighborhood combines access to lake scenery and outdoor recreation with proximity to I-80, Downtown Lincoln, shopping, dining, and local universities.
Leasing & Moving
Lakeside Village offers in-person and virtual guided tours with a leasing professional. Recorded video tours may also be available for prospective residents who cannot attend a scheduled guided tour.
Each adult touring the community should bring a valid government-issued photo ID. Applicants should also have two recent pay statements or another accepted form of income verification available when applying.
Prospective residents can apply through the online leasing portal. A leasing professional can also send an application invitation for a specific apartment.
Applicants submit the application fee and screening is completed. Screening verifies credit, rental history, criminal history, and household income, after which the application may be accepted, accepted with conditions, or denied.
Applications are processed by a third-party screening provider. Screening includes verification of credit, rental history, income, and criminal background, with income-to-rent requirements subject to applicable local or state requirements.
Yes. A deposit, also referred to as earnest money during the application process, is required to reserve an apartment while screening is completed. The required amount may depend on the community and screening outcome.
Yes. Residents are required to maintain renters insurance that meets the community’s requirements. Residents who do not maintain a qualifying policy may be subject to the applicable noncompliance terms.
Residents are responsible for establishing utilities that are billed directly by the service provider in the resident’s name. Residents must also arrange their own internet, cable, and phone services. The leasing team can explain which utilities apply to a specific apartment.
Resident Life & Services
Rent is due on the first day of each month. Residents can make one-time payments or establish recurring automatic payments through the resident portal.
Residents can pay rent through the online resident portal or resident mobile app.
Yes. A designated service team provides routine and emergency maintenance support.
Residents can submit maintenance requests through the resident portal or resident mobile app.
Yes. Eligible residents may refer others to the community and receive a referral reward. Contact the leasing office for current program requirements.
| Our resident referral program allows you to refer others to be your neighbors and receive a referral bonus as a thank you gift. Stop by the leasing office for more details. |
Yes. Lakeside Village has an on-site management team available to assist residents.
Residents can use the online portal to make rent payments, submit maintenance requests, and access other resident services.
Yes. Resident events and community activities may be offered on-site, off-site, virtually, or in person, depending on the event.
Residents have access to 24-hour package receiving and a secure package room for convenient pickup.
Residents can call or visit the on-site leasing office.
| At Centerspace, our mission is to provide a great home, for our residents, our team, and our investors. We understand the importance of extending a highly professional level of service to all of our Residents, service that adds value to their lives and turns their apartment into a home. |
Pet Policy
Yes. Lakeside Village welcomes approved cats and dogs under its pet policy. Residents with pets must comply with the community’s pet guidelines and lease requirements.
A maximum of two pets is permitted per lease. Residents must complete an Animal Addendum to keep an approved pet in the apartment.
Yes. Lakeside Village has a bark park that provides an on-site outdoor area for residents and their dogs.
Yes. Restricted breeds include German Shepherds, Rottweilers, Presa Canarios, Akitas, Staffordshire Terriers, American Bulldogs, Karelian Bear Dogs, Pit Bulls, Chow Chows, Dobermans, Mastiffs, and Malamutes. This list is not exhaustive, and restrictions may also apply to hybrid or mixed-breed dogs that include a restricted breed.
No. Exotic and poisonous animals are not permitted. The pet policy allows approved household cats and dogs.
Contact the leasing team before applying or bringing a pet to the community. The team can explain current requirements and help answer questions about a particular breed or animal.
Parking & Transportation
Yes. Resident parking is available at Lakeside Village, including garage options. Contact the leasing team for details about parking associated with a particular apartment.
Yes. Garages are available within the community.
Lakeside Village is near I-80 and provides access to Downtown Lincoln, the University of Nebraska-Lincoln, and other destinations throughout the city.
Some parks and recreation areas are located near the community, but walkability will depend on a resident’s destination and preferred route. Residents should evaluate routes to the places they expect to visit regularly.
Smart Home & Technology
Yes. Smart home features allow residents to manage supported devices remotely, create schedules and automations, and receive updates through a connected mobile app.
Smart home features include smart thermostats, smart locks, and leak sensors. Residents can use these technologies to control supported devices, automate routines, and receive alerts.
Yes. Residents can adjust the smart thermostat remotely and create schedules for heating and cooling. Scheduled temperature changes can also help reduce unnecessary energy use.
Yes. Residents can lock or unlock their door through the SmartRent app or enter using a unique PIN code.
Yes. Residents can create access credentials for family members, guests, and service providers. The smart lock system can also notify residents when authorized credentials are used.
Yes. Leak sensors can notify residents by email or mobile alert when a potential water leak is detected. The system also creates a maintenance work order automatically.
Scenes, automations, and schedules let residents control multiple supported devices through customized routines. For example, a bedtime scene can adjust the thermostat and ensure the apartment door is locked.
Yes. The SmartRent app allows residents to remotely manage supported locks, thermostat settings, and automations.
Yes. Lakeside Village features ENERGY STAR appliances designed to use energy more efficiently and reduce electricity consumption.
Sustainability & ESG
Yes. We actively participates in ESG (Environmental, Social, and Governance) initiatives. We are committed to promoting sustainability, reducing our environmental impact, and contributing positively to the community. Learn more about our property specific ESG initiatives here.
Yes. Lakeside Village participates in Environmental, Social, and Governance initiatives focused on energy efficiency, healthier living environments, resident well-being, and responsible community operations.
Yes. Lakeside Village incorporates LED lighting, which uses less electricity and typically lasts longer than traditional lighting.
Low-VOC materials contain lower levels of volatile organic compounds. Lakeside Village uses low-VOC materials for flooring and paint to support better indoor air quality and reduce emissions within living spaces.
Sustainability and wellness features include LED lighting, ENERGY STAR appliances, low-VOC materials, an on-site fitness center, an outdoor swimming pool, and a dog park. Providing recreation and fitness amenities on-site can also reduce the need to drive to off-site facilities.
Student Living
Yes. Lakeside Village offers one-, two-, and three-bedroom apartments within driving distance of Lincoln-area universities. The community is conventional apartment housing rather than university-affiliated or dedicated student housing.
Lakeside Village is approximately 3.8 miles, or about an eight-minute drive, from the University of Nebraska-Lincoln. Travel time may vary based on traffic and campus destination.
Nebraska Wesleyan University is approximately 8.3 miles from Lakeside Village, or about a 15-minute drive under typical conditions. Travel time may vary with traffic.
Apartment features include in-unit washers and dryers, quartz countertops, large closets, central air conditioning, and patios or balconies. One-, two-, and three-bedroom layouts provide several options for off-campus living.
Yes. Residents can use coworking spaces, work-from-home stations, a business center, and Wi-Fi-enabled clubhouse areas for studying, projects, or virtual classes.
Yes. Lakeside Village offers two- and three-bedroom floor plans that may suit residents planning to share an apartment. All occupants must meet applicable lease, screening, and occupancy requirements.
Residents have access to a 24-hour fitness center, outdoor swimming pool, renovated clubhouse, coworking areas, bark park, and gathering spaces.
Lakeside Village is near the University of Nebraska-Lincoln, Downtown Lincoln, and I-80. Its apartment layouts, coworking amenities, and location may suit graduate students, faculty members, and university employees seeking off-campus housing.
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