Frequently Asked Questions
Leasing Questions
No appointment is necessary to tour our community; however, it is always appreciated if you call ahead to make sure we are available to provide adequate time for you to tour and ask questions. Please arrive no later than one half hour prior to closing if you would like to tour the property. Everyone over 18 must have a valid photo ID to tour the community.
Our apartment homes are priced individually based on the amenities and features.
Application fees are $50 per person 18 and older occupying the apartment. You may pay these online by credit card, a small fee will apply. All application fees are nonrefundable.
Easily apply online or stop in the office for a paper application during business hours.
Heat and electricity are individually metered and billed directly to residents from Consumers Energy. Water, sewer, trash, and gas to heat the hot water is charged back to residents based on square footage and number of occupants in the home.
Security deposits will vary depending on qualifying criteria. Standard security deposits start at $400 and may be up to one and a half month's rent.
Rent is always due on the first and a $60 late fee and concession charge back is assessed on the 4th of every month (even Sundays and holidays).
You can pay rent by setting up your online account on our website. This allows you to use a bank account (no fee) or credit card (with fee) to make payments.
Up to 3 pets, cats or dogs, are allowed. Visit our pet policy to learn more about our pet-friendly apartments!
Resident Questions
Yes, if the lease buy-out fee has been paid. A 60-day notice is required before vacating your apartment, and the lease buy-out fee ranges from $900 to $3000, depending on the resident's rent. Please make sure that you reference your signed lease agreement and confirm policies with your Property Manager as there could be unique circumstances.
Yes, service members can break their lease without penalty in certain circumstances through the Servicemembers Civil Relief Act (SCRA). Please contact the property manager as soon as possible in this situation. You will need to provide written notice and a copy of your military orders.
If you love our apartments and want to refer a friend, please let our office know! We offer resident referral programs throughout the year and would love for your friends and family to join our community.
You may call the office, send an e-mail, or leave a message with the answering service. You may also submit work orders online if you are enrolled in our online services.
Yes, if someone is temporarily staying with you, please let the office know so we can accommodate for parking. If someone is permanently moving in, or staying longer than 7 days, they will need to fill out an application to be added to your lease agreement.
We require a 60-day written notice, which you are responsible for, prior to move-out. If you need to move-out at the end of your lease term, please remember to come in 60 days prior to the lease expiring to provide your written notice.
Yes, Xfinity.
We do not allow personal grills of any kind on the property. A community gas grill is provided for our residents use at the pool.
If you are locked out during business hours, you can come to the office to be let back in your apartment. After hours a locksmith must be contacted.
If you have lost your keys, you may have new keys made at our office during business hours for a small fee.
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Testimonials
I really have enjoyed my experience here. The managers maintenance are wonderfully attentive and if I have had any worries they have helped me. The apartments are spacious and the pool is nice, not to mention the beautiful area of Haslett.
- Google Review
Me and My Girlfriend moved into Lakewood around July and so far we have absolutely loved it, incredible office staff, incredible maintenance team who gets to work orders very fast. At first I thought the slogan love where you live was maybe a little too much but I can honestly say the more time goes on the more and more I love living here!
- Google Review
I have greatly enjoyed my time here. I have lived here for 3 years and am moving to a different area of the state otherwise I wouldn't hesitate to renew my lease. Maintenance and staff are very prompt, kind, and knowledgeable. The grounds are well kept which makes me proud to say Lakewood Apartments is my home. If you are looking for a home, I highly encourage you to take this place into consideration!
- Google Review
I have lived in this community going on almost five years. Today I needed help from maintenance on a matter and it was taken care of so quickly!
- Apartment Ratings Review
I would have stayed but I purchased a home. Maintenance was always on top of it and very informative. The office staff puts on great activities and seems to really appreciate their residents. We were happy to live there for over 3 years.
- Apartment Ratings Review
We are enjoying our quality of life here at Lakewood Apartments and highly recommend this complex for anyone searching for a place to call home in this area.
- Google Review
This was my first apartment and i couldn’t be more satisfied. the property team is wonderful, kind, and considerate
- Google Review
I have lived at Lakewood for a year, and I love it here. This is the best apartment place I've lived because of the apartment management team (office and maintenance teams).
- Google Review
I’ve lived here for almost a year and the team here at Lakewood is top notch! The property has a large dog park that my dog loves to socialize in as well as an outdoor pool that goes to 9ft deep. The maintenance team keeps the property looking great and everything up and running in a timely manner. The office staff is always here to help with anything residents need! Highly recommend!
- Apartment Ratings Review
I love living at Lakewood! It’s in a great area, clean, quiet, super friendly staff, and the manager is absolutely awesome! I recommend living here to anyone that’s searching for a place that they will love to call home!
- Apartment Ratings Review