Frequently Asked Questions | The Gables at Lakeside

What leasing options are available?

12 months

Are co-living options available?

No

Do you have flexible lease lengths?

Only 12 months

Can roommates sign separate leases?

No

Do you offer individual leases & co-living?

Yes

Can I request a specific apartment & can an apartment be held?

Yes

Can an apartment be reserved ahead of time?

Yes

Can I choose a specific apartment before I move in?

Yes

Is there a security deposit and is any of it refundable?

Yes, $300, Yes it is refundable

What payments are required before move-in?

Depsoit and rent

How do I apply for an apartment?

Online or In person

Is there an online application process?

Yes

Where can I submit a rental application?

Online or by mail

What qualifications are needed to apply?

Income 2.5 times the rent, no evictions or criminal background

What screening criteria do you use for applicants?

Background and Credit Checks

When is rent due and how can it be paid?

1st-4th of the month, can be paid online or in person

Do you offer online rent payment options?

Yes

Are there late fees for rent payments?

Yes after the 5th of the month

Do you require a security deposit and how is it handled?

Yes, $300, Paid before move-in

Are utilities inlcuded?

Yes

What utilities are included in the rent?

Cable, water, sewer, and trash utilities included

Which utilities are residents responsible for?

Electricity

Is renter's insurance required?

Yes

Can I purchase renter’s insurance through the property?

Yes

Do you allow subletting or short-term rentals?

No

Can the apartment be sublet or listed on short-term rental platforms like AirBnB or VRBO?

No

Are housing vouchers accepted?

No

Do you accept Section 8 vouchers?

No

Do residents need to carry renter’s insurance?

Yes

What fees are due at move-in?

Depsoit and rent

Do you charge an application or administrative fee?

Only application fee $50.00 per adult

Is key fob or code access required for amenities?

No

Are amenities secured and accessible by residents only?

Yes

What are the hours of the clubhouse?

Monday-Friday 8am-5pm

What are the hours for the fitness center?

9am-10pm

Is the fitness center open 24 hours?

No

When is the gym open?

9am-10pm

What times is the pool open, and is it seasonal?

9am-10pm

When can residents use the swimming pool?

9am-10pm

When is the business center available for use?

N/A

When is the resident clubhouse open?

Monday-Friday 8am-5pm

Can I reserve the clubhouse for private use?

Yes

What times can I access the clubhouse?

9am-10pm

When can I use the community laundry room?

In home washer and dryer

What are the hours of the laundry facility?

In home washer and dryer

Is the apartment set up for working remotely?

Yes

Are there coworking spaces or work-from-home-friendly features?

Business Center: Wireless Access, Computers, Printer & Fax Machine

Are there shared workspaces or meeting rooms available?

Yes

Do common spaces have high-speed internet?

Yes

How do I get my packages/do you have package lockers?

They can be left at the leaseing office or your front door, no lockers

Is there a secure package delivery system?

No

Where do deliveries go?

Front desk

Do you offer outdoor grilling areas for residents?

Yes, BBQ and picnic area

Do you offer valet trash service and/or recycling?

No

What trash and recycling services are provided?

Dumpsters

Are concierge services available?

No

Do you have any community events or resident activities?

Yes

Are social events hosted regularly?

Yes

Do you have a lending program for things like bikes, sporting equipment, etc?

No

Do you have community garden space?

No

Do you have DIY space, studio space, or podcast facilities?

No

What is the smoking policy?

Smoking

Is smoking allowed in apartments or common areas?

Yes

Are pets allowed, and what is the pet policy?

Yes

Do you have a dog park or pet washing station?

No

What is the parking situation?

First come first serve

Is parking assigned or open?

Open

Are garages or covered parking available?

Carports $50.00

What is your policy on guests staying overnight?

N/A

Are there quiet hours or community rules I should know about?

9am-10pm

What schools are in the area?

Osceola High School, Cypress Creek High School, Freedom High School,

Which school district is the property located in?

Kissimmee School District

Is rideshare service (like Uber/Lyft) commonly available in the area?

Yes

How far is it to the nearest airport or train station?

Kissimmee Gateway Airport 1.3 miles, Orlando International Airport, Kissimmee Station 1.6 miles, nMeadow Woods 5.8 miles

What is the travel time to the closest airport or transit hub?

Kissimmee Gateway Airport 1.3 miles, Orlando International Airport, Kissimmee Station 1.6 miles, nMeadow Woods 5.8 miles

Are you near any transportation routes? Which ones?

Yes, Armstrong Blvd and W Columbia Ave, Lynx Kissimmee Intermodal Station, S John Young Pkwy and Village Center Dr

Is public transit accessible nearby?

Yes

How walkable/bikeable is the community?

Yes

What is the walk score or bike score?

Walk Score 53/100, Bike Score 72/100

Are there sidewalks, trails, or bike paths in the area?

Yes

Are there grocery stores or shopping centers nearby?

Columbia Promenade Shopping Center, Publix, Kohl's, Walmart,

What are the closest options for groceries and dining?

Target, Sams Club, Logan's Roadhouse, Oscar's, Outback Steakhouse, Maggiano's Little Italy

Are the apartments furnished?

No

Do you offer furnished or partially furnished apartments?

No

Have any recent renovations been done?

No

When were these apartments built? Have there been any renovations?

1993

Are elevators available for resident use?

No

Is additional storage available inside or outside the apartment?

Yes additional storage options are available within the apartment

Do the apartments have walk-in or walk through closet options?

Primary suites have oversized closets

Is there a linen closet in the apartment?

Yes, in each bathroom

Do the apartments have air conditioning?

Yes

Do apartments have ceiling fans or additional ventilation?

Yes

What type of climate control is included?

N/A

What type of flooring do the apartments have?

Carpet and tile

Are the floors carpeted, vinyl, or hardwood?

Carpet and tile

Is there a bathtub or just a shower?

Tub/ shower combo

What type of bathroom fixtures are included?

Tile bathtub/ shower, dual mirrors, extra storage

Are washers and dryers available? Are they in the apartment? What kind?

Yes, in unit washer and dryers are available

Do apartments include in-home laundry or access to shared laundry?

In home laundry

Are the washers and dryers full-size, frontload, or stackable?

Full size front load washer and dryer

Is there a separate laundry room or is it a laundry closet?

Good sized laundry room/ closet

What kind of appliances and features does the kitchen have?

Range, Stove, Dishwasher, Fridge, Sink

Is there a disposal installed in the sink?

Yes

Do apartments have dishwashers?

Yes

Do apartments have dishwashers?

Yes

Is a dishwasher included in each apartment?

Yes

Do kitchens include full-sized appliances?

Yes

Does the apartment come with a microwave?

Yes

Are built-in microwaves included?

Yes

Does the kitchen have a chef's island?

No

Does the kitchen include a dedicated pantry?

No