Frequently Asked Questions

Applying at Prairie Chase is simple! Browse our available floorplans, select your preferred home, and click Apply Now to begin your online application. Once submitted, our leasing team will review your application and follow up within 24-48 hours. Upon approval, you will sign your lease electronically and pay your move-in costs to secure your home.

Most applications are reviewed within 24-48 hours of submission. Our leasing team will contact you with a decision and any next steps.

To complete your application, you will need:
- A valid government-issued photo ID
- Proof of income (see acceptable income sources below)
- Application fee
- Administrative fee

Applicants must have a combined household income of at least 3x times the monthly rent. For example, for a $2,275 apartment, a minimum income of $6,825 per month is required.

We accept:
- 60 days most recent pay stubs
- Most recent years tax returns (self-employed)
- Official offer letter on employer letterhead
- Bank statements from the last 60 days

If one applicant is approved and another is not, please contact our leasing office to discuss your options.

Yes, short-term leases of 6-11 months are available at a premium monthly rate. Contact our leasing office for current availability and pricing.

We offer flexible lease terms ranging from 6 months to 15 months. Current available terms include 12 to 15 months. Contact our leasing office for pricing by term length.

Yes. We offer discounts or incentives for employees of:
- Eli Lilly & direct affiliates
- Hershey & direct affiliates
- Hospitals and healthcare
- Law enforcement & firefighters
- Zionsville Community Schools
- Lebanon Community Schools
- Active or retired military
- First responders
Contact our leasing team to learn more about your exclusive benefit.

A written notice of at least 60 days is required prior to your move-out date. Please refer to your lease agreement for full details.

On move-in day, you will use our self-guided move-in process to access the home. Keys are inside the home, and the move-in inspection must be completed. All move-in costs must be paid in full before keys are released. Return your inspection form within 48 hours.

Before moving out, please ensure the home is in its original condition, stop utility services, and return all keys and openers. Deposit processed within 45 days per state law.

Yes, a security deposit is required at Prairie Chase. Please contact the leasing office for more information on the deposit.

Your deposit is refundable, minus any deductions for damages beyond normal wear and tear, outstanding balances, or cleaning fees. Refunds are processed within 45 days of move-out per applicable state law.

All residents must maintain renter's insurance with a minimum liability coverage of $100,000. Proof of coverage must be provided prior to or at move-in. We also offer coverage through Foxen.

We offer:
- In-Person Guided Tour: Meet with a leasing professional.
- Virtual Tour: View our community online anytime.

Tours are available during leasing office hours:
- Monday-Friday: 10am-5pm
- Saturday & Sunday: Self-guided tours only
Walk-ins welcome; we recommend scheduling in advance online.

Prairie Chase offers 2-bed and 3-bed villas and 3-bed and 4-bed townhomes ranging from approximately 1,327 SQFT to 1,836 SQFT. Visit our floorplans to explore all layouts.

We offer tours of representative model homes. Your unit will be freshly cleaned and move-in ready.

Our Portsmouth corner homes feature additonal window placement that maximize natural light. Ask our leasing team for the sunniest options!

Our apartments feature 9-foot ceilings throughout.

Our Charleston and Barrymoor include a flex space usable as a den, home office, or storage area.

Every home is professionally cleaned and inspected before move-in. Appliances and fixtures will be in like-new condition. Please complete your move-in inspection within 48 hours.

Absolutely! We will note your preferences -- fenced yard, corner unit, pond view, sunroom, screened porch. Our team will do their best to match you.

Availability changes quickly! We recommend submitting your application as soon as possible. Contact our leasing office for current availability.

Our leasing team will present you with comparable alternatives matching your preferences for size.

We will notify you approximately 90-120 days before your lease expiration with renewal options. To renew, you will contact the leasing office with your preferred lease term and accept your renewal offer.

Rent can be paid securely through our Resident Portal online portal using debit, credit, or ACH bank transfer. 

Rent is due on the 1st of each month. A late fee of will be applied if rent is not received by the 3rd.

In addition to monthly rent, residents are responsible for community bundle fee and pet rent (if applicable). Utilities are billed separately to the residents.

Early termination is possible with 60 days' written notice. An early termination fee will apply. Please review your lease or contact our office.

We recommend setting up utilities at least 1 week before move-in:
- Electricity: Duke Energy or Boone Power (contact leasing office)
- Water: Citizen's Energy Group
- Sewer: Whitestown Municipal
- Gas: Centerpoint
- Internet: TDS or Spectrum

Prairie Chase is wired for high-speed internet.

Internet service is available through Spectrum and TDS.

No, we do not offer Wi-Fi in the common areas. 

Our community is split between providers. Please contact the office.

Yes! Our professional maintenance team is available to assist. Standard maintenance is available Monday-Friday. We have emergency maintenance 24/7.

Submit requests through our Resident Portal or call our leasing office at 317-663-3221. For emergencies, call 317-663-3221 and follow prompts.

Standard requests are typically completed within 1-3 business days. Complex repairs may take longer -- we will communicate any delays. Emergencies are prioritized.

We do not offer furnished apartments, but our team can recommend local furniture rental services.

All homes include a full-size washer and dryer.

All homes at Prairie Chase include:
- Stainless steel refrigerator, gas stove range, dishwasher, microwave
- Quartz countertops
- Wood-style plank flooring throughout home
- Townhomes have carpet in the bedrooms only

All apartments include a private patio. Select homes feature sunrooms, screened in porches, and covered porches.

Yes, we do allow for grills on patios/balconies. 

No. Subletting and short-term rental platforms such as Airbnb, VRBO, or similar services are not permitted per your lease agreement.

Yes, must be returned to original at move-out or repainting fees will apply.

Yes! Standard hanging using nails or small anchors is permitted. Excessive damage beyond normal wear and tear may result in deductions from your security deposit.

Prairie Chase includes Everon home security systems. This includes a smart lock, video doorbell, sensors on exterior doors, motion detector, and alarm panel.

No, we do not have USB outlets or modern electrical setups. 

Submit a maintenance request through Resident Portal as soon as possible. Our team will address it within 1-3 business days. For urgent issues (e.g., water leak, HVAC failure), call 317-663-3221 and follow prompts immediately.

Prairie Chase is a growing neighborhood-style community with amenities such as walkways to local parks. Coming Fall 2026, Prairie Chase will be developing a dog park for the community. More amenities are planned for 2027. Contact our leasing office to learn more.

Each home includes an attached 2-car garage and private driveway. Street parking is not permitted.

Parking is private to each home via your dedicated driveway and garage. Your home's parking is exclusively yours -- no separate reserved parking program.

Each home includes a 2-car garage and driveway, accommodating 4 vehicles. Each home may obtain one street parking pass.

Residents will set up waste services with Waste Management, Republic Services, or Priority Waste.

Residents will set up waste services with Waste Management, Republic Services, or Priority Waste.

Packages are delivered directly to your door.

No, we do not offer additional storage options at our community. 

Your attached garage is the ideal place to store bicycles securely.

Yes. Quiet hours are 10:00 PM to 7:00 AM daily.

Yes! We welcome pets at Prairie Chase. We allow up to 2 pets per home. Breed and weight restrictions may apply -- see our full pet policy.

We welcome cats and dogs.
- Max pets: 2 per home
- One-time pet fee per pet
- Monthly pet rent per pet
- Breed restrictions: Breed Restrictions are as follows: Tosa Inu/Ken, American Bandogge, Cane Corso, Rottweiler, Doberman, Pit Bull, Bull Terrier, Staffordshire Terrier, Dogo Argentino, Boer Boel, Gull Dong, Basenji, Mastiff, Perro de Presa Canario, Fila Brasiliero, Wolf Hybrid, Caucasian Oucharka, Alaskan Malamutes, Kangal, German Shepard, Shepard, Chow, Spitz, Akita, Reptiles, Rabbits and Pot Bellied Pigs. Mixed breeds containing these bloodlines are also prohibited.
- Yard responsibility: Residents must maintain a clean yard, including prompt pet waste removal.
All pets must be registered

Yes! Guests may use your driveway. Please be mindful of neighbors and avoid blocking driveways or fire lanes. Street parking is not permitted. Please contact leasing office.

Guests are welcome to stay for up to 14 consecutive days without prior approval. Extended stays require written approval. Long-term guests may need to apply as an additional occupant.

Prairie Chase is nestled in Whitestown, Indiana, offering the feel of a quiet, welcoming residential neighborhood with easy access to shopping, dining, parks, and major highways, including I-65 and I-465, making it convenient to reach Indianapolis and surrounding areas.

Yes! Nearby grocery options:
- Meijer -- 10 minutes
- Aldi -- 10 minutes
Note: Community is designed for car-friendly living.

Nearby dining options include:
- L.A. Cafe — American/Café ~3 miles
- City Barbeque — BBQ/American ~3 miles
- Harmony Steakhouse — Japanese/Teppanyaki ~3 miles
See our full neighborhood map online. 

Nearby coffee options:
- Hattie's Coffee Shop - 5 minutes

Highlights near Prairie Chase include:
- Big 4 Trail ~3 miles
- Main Street Park ~3 miles
- Anson Acres Park ~4 miles
- The Shoppes at Whitestown ~3 miles
- Downtown Zionsville ~5 miles

The commute from Prairie Chase to Indianapolis:
- By car: approximately 25–30 minutes via I-65 South
- By public transit: approximately 1 hour+ via IndyGo connections from the Whitestown/Zionsville area

Prairie Chase is served by Lebanon Community School Corporation:
- Elementary: Perry Worth Elementary School
- Middle: Lebanon Middle School
- High School: Lebanon Senior High School
For more options, visit GreatSchools.org or contact Lebanon Community School Corporation directly to verify school assignments and enrollment eligibility.