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7500 S 15th St, Lincoln, NE 68512
(531) 331-3242
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The Dakota

7500 S 15th St
Lincoln, NE 68512
(531) 331-3242
The Dakota in Lincoln, NE - Building Photo
  • Studio–2 Bedrooms
  • $899-$1,435Pricing
  • 570–1,050Square Feet

About The Dakota

The Dakota offers a controlled access building with spacious studio, 1 and 2 bedroom apartments. No matter which apartment you choose you will find an elevator to whisk you down to our climate controlled underground garage! For your convenience, located inside the building, you will find your mail, a 24/7 fitness room with cardio and strength training equipment and a clubroom with a kitchen and TV entertainment area. For more details, contact our office at or use the online contact form, and we will get back to you as soon as possible.

The Dakota is located in the South Lincoln Neighborhood and 68512 Zip code of Lincoln, NE. This community is professionally managed by Krueger Development

Unique Features and Amenities

  • *In Select Apartments
  • 2 inch wood window blinds
  • 24/7 access to fitness area
  • Bike Racks
  • Bike storage in underground garage
  • Ceiling fans in bedrooms and living area
  • Climate Controlled Underground Parking Garage
  • Club room with free wifi
  • controlled access building
  • Energy Efficient Appliances
  • Keyless Entry Apartments
  • Large Walk-in Closets
  • LED lighting-energy efficient
  • Off Street Parking Available
  • On-site cardboard recycling
  • On-site high speed internet
  • On-Site Management Team
  • Patio/Balcony
  • Pets welcome-breed restrictions
  • Refrigerator With Ice Maker
  • Situated in a resident friendly neighborhood
  • Smoke free property/apartments
  • Washer and Dryer in Each Apartment

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Property Contact Info

Floorplan Pricing and Availability

The Dakota offers Studio to 2 Bedroom apartments starting from $899 and having 570–1,050 sq ft. Here is the current pricing and availability:

  • Studio

    The Queens

    $899

    Studio, 1 Bath, 570 sq ft
    Available Now

    Availability Details

    PriceAvailability DateUnitSq Ft
    $899Available Now219570

    Model Amenities and Features

    Features

    • Balcony
    • Ceiling Fans
    • High Speed Internet Access
    • Smoke Free
    • Washer/Dryer
    • Wi-Fi

    Kitchen

    • Granite Countertops
    • Ice Maker
    • Kitchen
    • Refrigerator
    • Stainless Steel Appliances

    Unit 219 Rent and Fees

    Unit Price

    • $899Plus Fees

    Model Rent and Fees

    Price

    • $899Plus Fees
  • 1 Bedroom

    The Manhattan

    $1,200

    1 Bed, 1 Bath, 725 sq ft
    Available Mar 31

    Availability Details

    PriceAvailability DateUnitSq Ft
    $1,200 March 31, 2026206725

    Model Amenities and Features

    Features

    • Balcony
    • Ceiling Fans
    • High Speed Internet Access
    • Smoke Free
    • Washer/Dryer
    • Wi-Fi

    Kitchen

    • Granite Countertops
    • Ice Maker
    • Kitchen
    • Refrigerator
    • Stainless Steel Appliances

    Unit 206 Rent and Fees

    Unit Price

    • $1,200Plus Fees

    Model Rent and Fees

    Price

    • $1,200Plus Fees
  • 2 Bedrooms

    The Lennon

    $1,435

    2 Beds, 2 Baths, 1050 sq ft
    Available Feb 23

    Availability Details

    PriceAvailability DateUnitSq Ft
    $1,435 February 23, 20262011050

    Model Amenities and Features

    Features

    • Balcony
    • Ceiling Fans
    • High Speed Internet Access
    • Smoke Free
    • Washer/Dryer
    • Wi-Fi

    Kitchen

    • Granite Countertops
    • Ice Maker
    • Kitchen
    • Refrigerator
    • Stainless Steel Appliances

    Unit 201 Rent and Fees

    Unit Price

    • $1,435Plus Fees

    Model Rent and Fees

    Price

    • $1,435Plus Fees
Price shown is base rent and may not include non-optional fees and utilities. View Fees and Policies for details. Price, availability, fees, and any applicable rent special are subject to change without notice.

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Property Information

Lease Terms

  • 12 mo

Fees and Policies

The fees listed below are community-provided and may exclude utilities or add-ons. All payments are made directly to the property and are non-refundable unless otherwise specified. Use the Cost Calculator to determine costs based on your needs.

Required Fees

One-Time Move-In Fees

Due at Move-In
Administrative FeeiCharged per unit$100
Due at Application
Application Fee Per ApplicantiCharged per applicant$50

Other Fees

Parking Fees

Garage

Parking FeeiCharged per vehicle$45/mo

Pet Policy and Fees

Dogs

  • Fees Not Specified
Restrictions:

Total of 2 pets per apartment

Cats

  • Fees Not Specified
Restrictions:

Total of 2 pets per apartment

Property Fee Disclaimer: Based on community-supplied data and independent market research. Subject to change without notice. May exclude fees for mandatory or optional services and usage-based utilities.

Features and Amenities

On-Site Services

  • Recycling

Community Features

  • Elevator

Outdoor Features

  • Controlled Access
  • Patio

Recreation and Fitness

  • Fitness Center
  • Bicycle Storage

Interior Features

  • Balcony
  • Ceiling Fans
  • High Speed Internet Access
  • Washer/Dryer
  • Wi Fi
  • Smoke Free

Kitchen Amenities

  • Refrigerator
  • Stainless Steel Appliances
  • Ice Maker
  • Kitchen
  • Granite Countertops

Living Area Features

  • Walk In Closets
  • Office
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7500 S 15th St, Lincoln, NE 68512

Hours and Contact Info

Call Us - Open Now!
Currently Closed
By Appointment
Monday8:00 am–5:00 pm
Tuesday8:00 am–5:00 pm
Wednesday8:00 am–5:00 pm
Thursday8:00 am–5:00 pm
Friday8:00 am–5:00 pm
SaturdayClosed
SundayClosed

Frequently Asked Questions about The Dakota

Where is The Dakota located?

The Dakota is located at 7500 S 15th St near the South Lincoln area of Lincoln, NE

What is the current rent range at The Dakota?

Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments at The Dakota currently range from $899 to $1,435

When is the leasing office open?

  • The office Hours for The Dakota are
  • Monday 8:00 am–5:00 pm
  • Tuesday 8:00 am–5:00 pm
  • Wednesday 8:00 am–5:00 pm
  • Thursday 8:00 am–5:00 pm
  • Friday 8:00 am–5:00 pm
  • Saturday Closed
  • Sunday Closed

Are pets allowed?

Call us today to find out our pet policy and if we allow pets

Lifestyle Ratings

  • Luxury 3.2

    The Luxury rating shows you how this community's high end floorplan pricing relates to the local average.

    Rating Factors

    This 3.2-star Luxury rating is based on the following features:

    • Controlled Gate Access
    • Fitness Center
    • Balconies
    • Smoke Free Options
    • Granite Countertops
    • Stainless Steel Appliances
    • Elevator(s)
    • High Speed Internet Access
    • Recycling
    • Bicycle Storage
    • Washer/Dryer In Unit
    • Hi Speed Internet/Wi-Fi
    • Refrigerators
    • Ice Makers
    • Kitchens
    • Patios
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  • Affordability Nice Value3.4

    The The Dakota Apartments are 7.43% cheaper than the average apartment in the South Lincoln area, and 6.67% cheaper than the average apartment city-wide.

    Rent Comparison to the South Lincoln Neighborhood

    FloorplanLowest Price HereNeighborhood Avg RentNbhd Avg RentCost Difference%
    Studio$899$1,040-$141-13.6%
    1 Bedroom$1,200$1,237-$37-3.0%
    2 Bedroom$1,435$1,522-$87-5.7%
    Plus Fees

    Rent Comparison to the city of Lincoln

    FloorplanLowest Price HereCity Average RentCost Difference%
    Studio$899$1,026-$127-12.4%
    1 Bedroom$1,200$1,236-$36-2.9%
    2 Bedroom$1,435$1,506-$71-4.7%
    Plus Fees

    Methodology: On 01/29/2026, ApartmentHomeLiving.com compared current rents by floorplan to 1479 other apartment communities in the immediate area around The Dakota (South Lincoln), and 1366 other apartment communities in Lincoln using today’s up-to-date pricing using the sum/count averaging formula. This data will be updated in real-time as prices fluctuate.

    Rent Pricing Data as of 01/29/2026

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Renters Reviews and Ratings

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Nearby Schools

Southwest High School

Lincoln Public Schools
7001 South 14th Street
Public School - Grades 9-12 (2171 Students)
In Attendance Zone1 minute drive / 0.4 miles away
5/10

Scott Middle School

Lincoln Public Schools
2200 PINE LAKE ROAD
Public School - Grades 6-8 (1136 Students)
In Attendance Zone1 minute drive / 0.6 miles away
7/10

Adams Elementary School

Lincoln Public Schools
7401 Jacobs Creek Drive
Public School - Grades PK-5 (762 Students)
In Attendance Zone1 minute drive / 0.6 miles away
8/10
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Points of Interest

Time and distance from The Dakota.

Big Box and Retail

Costco

14th & Pine Lake Rd
2 minute drive / 0.71 miles away

Walmart

2501 Grainger Pky
2 minute drive / 0.78 miles away

Aldi

8701 S 28th St
3 minute drive / 1.04 miles away

Colleges and Universities

University of Nebraska-Lincoln - Lincoln Campus

14th and R St
13 minute drive / 6.44 miles away

Southeast Community College - Lincoln Campus

8800 "O" Street
17 minute drive / 7.94 miles away

Nebraska Wesleyan University

5000 St Paul Ave
17 minute drive / 7.97 miles away

Groceries

Aldi

8701 S 28th St
3 minute drive / 1.04 miles away

Hy-Vee

7151 Stacy Ln
10 minute drive / 4.82 miles away

Natural Grocers

212 N 48th St
13 minute drive / 6.34 miles away

Hospitals

Bryan Medical Center

1600 South 48th St
11 minute drive / 5.2 miles away

Chi Health Nebraska Heart

7500 South 91st St
11 minute drive / 5.53 miles away

Lincoln Surgical Hospital

1710 South 70th Street, Suite 200
12 minute drive / 5.95 miles away

Shopping Centers

Sierra Retail

7401 S 15th St
1 minute drive / 0.31 miles away

Horizon Retail Center

1245 Libra Dr
1 minute drive / 0.35 miles away

Pine Ridge Plaza

1501 Pine Lake Rd
1 minute drive / 0.53 miles away

The Dakota has 5 shopping centers within 1.0 miles.

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Rental Price Ranges in the Area

BedroomAverage RentCheapest RentHighest Rent
Lincoln Studio Apartments $1,026$615$1,599
Lincoln 1 Bedroom Apartments $1,236$250$2,419
Lincoln 2 Bedroom Apartments $1,506$699$3,495
Lincoln 3 Bedroom Apartments $1,779$759$3,899
Lincoln 4 Bedroom Apartments $976$679$2,900

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