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Dakota Apartments

Updated 2026-07-23 · 1,280 reviewed · 348 listed · Scored from 37 Google reviews · How we rank ›

3.2(37) 49 low data composite score See reviews on Google ✓ Google-verified Publishes prices
Student HousingAffordable & Section 8 Housing
Dakota Apartments
Services
Student Housing, Affordable & Section 8 Housing
Reviews
37

What Residents Say

Dakota draws budget-conscious renters who praise staff kindness and affordable rates, but pest issues and lax enforcement of quiet hours create real friction. Reviewers consistently note roaches and slow maintenance fixes; a small group had serious problems with deposits and security lapses.

Based on limited recent reviews, so treat this as low-confidence.

Praised for
  • friendly office staff (Ana, Guadalupe mentioned by name)
  • affordable rent
  • clean apartments when maintained
  • ample parking
  • family-friendly atmosphere
Watch-outs
  • roach and bed bug problems
  • slow or absent maintenance response
  • noisy neighbors and weak noise enforcement
  • security not visible or responsive
  • deposit held unfairly
  • water service issues
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Best for: first-time renters or budget-conscious tenants unconcerned about pest management
Think twice if: recurring pest problems (roaches, bed bugs) and slow maintenance response may be dealbreakers for you

What This Community Gets Right

  • low rent for the area
  • named, responsive staff in office (Ana, Guadalupe praised)
  • ample parking
  • accessible to tenants without extensive documentation

Before You Tour

  • Ana (property manager) named and praised for sweetness and responsiveness
  • Guadalupe (office staff) noted as polite and kind
  • water service cuts reported
  • security guard presence minimal and ineffective per residents
  • fumigation occurs but reviewers report limited success
  • gate security lax (not properly closed)
  • maintenance response times up to 45 days reported for electrical issues

Maintenance, Management & More

Student Housing
affordable and accessible entry point for first renters, but pest and noise issues deter repeat satisfaction
Affordable & Section 8 Housing
low rent attracts budget tenants; water included; deposit practices disputed in several complaints

Compared to Nearby Communities

  • Rated 3.2 against a 3.7 average across the 114 student housing businesses listed here.
  • Has more Google reviews than 12% of the businesses in this directory.

How This Score Was Calculated

How We Score
Star rating 0
Review volume 69
Review recency 72
Review sentiment 48
Profile completeness 100
Verification 30

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Common Renter Questions

What is the rent discount structure?
Their website lists $100 off admin fees on 6-month leases and $125 off on 12-month leases.
How long does maintenance take?
Reviewers report mixed results: some say requests are promptly addressed, but others waited 45+ days for electrical work to be done.
Is parking included?
Yes. Multiple reviewers note ample parking available 24 hours for residents and guests, though it is not covered.
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Last updated 2026-07-23