6550 SHADY BROOK LN, DALLAS, TX, 752061203
$108,000,000
2025 Appraised Value
↑ 10.2% from prior year
A distressed refinance window colliding with demographic vulnerability and operational execution gaps makes this a near-term pass. The property faces a maturity wall on $56.9M in debt (52.7% LTV at appraisal, but estimated 76.9% pro-forma at likely sale price) arriving July 2025—creating acute refinancing risk in a tightening credit environment with no clarity on the third loan's maturity. The immediate 1-mile submarket reveals the core tenant base earns $72.1K median household income against a 24.6% affordability ratio, leaving renters financially fragile and vulnerable to economic stress; demographic divergence within 3 miles suggests the property sits at an economic boundary with limited upside pricing power. Google reviews expose persistent operational failures (grounds maintenance violations, inadequate security, aggressive pricing) masked by recent staff-driven rating recovery—a management execution risk that undermines operational stability. While the 45% of units renovated (2018–2020) and modest 0.6% new supply pipeline offer tactical value-add levers, the combination of near-term leverage uncertainty, tenant income stress, and documented operational lapses positions this as a watch-list candidate dependent on debt restructuring clarity—not an acquisition target in the current cycle. Recommend revisiting only post-refinance confirmation and with full rent roll and repair cost estimates.
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We have the perfect place to call Home
More than a home, The Village is a lifestyle. Considered to be one of the premier multi-family living properties in the entire United States, The Village is as unique as it is diverse, offering resort-style amenities all in the comfort of our cozy community. From 5-star restaurants to intramural sports, live concerts to hair salons, The Village provides it all just steps from your new door step. A landmark mixed-use community featuring 7,253 multi-family residences across 18 neighborhoods, plus a boutique hotel, restaurants, shops, and recreational facilities. Resort-style living in the heart of Dallas since 1968.
Interior Finishes Show Inconsistent Renovation—Split Between Dated Mid-2000s and Modern 2018–2020 Upgrades
The property exhibits a two-tier finish profile: approximately 45% of photographed units display upgraded or premium finishes from 2018–2020 renovations (quartz counters, stainless appliances, modern cabinetry), while the remainder retain honey oak cabinetry, laminate counters, and black builder-grade appliances from the original 2006 construction or mid-2010s touch-ups. Kitchen photo evidence includes water staining on stone tile flooring and visible wear, while one bathroom shows a stained, worn-out tub with exposed plumbing—suggesting incomplete or deferred maintenance in non-renovated units. This partial renovation creates a Class B+ positioning with meaningful value-add potential in the ~55% of units still in original or minimally updated condition.
Exterior Condition and Amenities Support Mid-Market Positioning
The red brick/stone facade and well-landscaped grounds present Class B curb appeal; the luxury clubhouse with freestanding soaking tub and granite finishes signals recent capital investment in common areas, typical of 2016–2020 repositioning. Surface parking and garden-/mid-rise mix (496 units across multiple building types) align with Dallas suburban multifamily stock, without Class A high-rise premium positioning.
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Location Profile Misaligned with Walkability Constraints
DAKOTA IN THE VILLAGE's car-dependent positioning (Walk Score 46, Transit Score 47) limits tenant appeal to renters prioritizing automotive access—a structural constraint in a Dallas market increasingly valuing urban convenience. The property's "Somewhat Bikeable" rating (49) offers minimal differentiation in the suburban multifamily segment. Without average monthly rent data, we cannot assess whether pricing reflects the location's pedestrian accessibility gap, but a 496-unit development in this walkability tier typically commands 10-15% discount relative to urban-core comps. This location profile suits workforce housing or value-add repositioning rather than premium institutional targeting.
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Supply pipeline poses minimal near-term headwind. At 0.6% of the 496-unit property, the 3 nearby units represent immaterial new competition—effectively negligible for occupancy or rate pressure. However, the deteriorating submarket vacancy trend suggests broader supply pressures are already manifest; this pipeline data alone masks upstream delivery cycles. Of the three permitted projects, only one (4777 N Central) has advanced to inspection phase (filed July 2024), while others remain in plan review or revisions, indicating delayed deliveries that may compress into a single future quarter rather than distribute risk across multiple lease-up cycles.
| Distance | Address | Description | Status | Filed |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 0.7 mi | 8010 PARK LN | Construction of a 20 story multifamily building with stru... | In Review | Nov 21, 2023 |
| 2.7 mi | 8300 DOUGLAS AVE | QTEAM MEETING 3.2.2026 / 1.14.2026 (9AM) New construction... | Plan Review | Nov 06, 2025 |
| 2.7 mi | 5115 MCKINNEY AVE | New construction of mixed use building.90 multifamily uni... | Plan Review | Jul 16, 2023 |
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Maturity wall arriving within 12 months presents near-term refinancing risk. Two loans totaling $56.9M mature July 2025 against current appraised value of $108.0M (52.7% LTV), though estimated sale price of $74.0M would imply 76.9% pro-forma leverage—suggesting significant market value deterioration or aggressive initial underwriting. Loan per unit averages $148.0K across 496 units, reasonable in isolation, but the third loan's maturity date is missing, creating ambiguity on total refinance exposure. Nine-year hold by FM Village Fixed Rate LLC with only two transactions indicates stable institutional ownership, though absentee status and reliance on single lender (Holliday Fenoglio Fowler) across all three facilities creates concentration risk if that lender tightens or the maturity coincides with rate environment stress.
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Estimated from loan records, rental listings, and appraisal data using industry-standard assumptions.
Based on most recent loan: $51,817,000 (Jul 2015, attom)
Computed from nearby properties within 3 miles of similar vintage
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Dakota in the Village is a 496-unit, garden-style apartment community built in 2006 with brick exterior and wood-frame construction across three stories (377.6K SF gross). Rated excellent in both quality and condition, the property emphasizes lifestyle amenities—including a resort-style pool, world-class gym, on-site dining, dog grooming, and sports facilities—rather than traditional parking transparency (parking type not specified). Located in Dallas with a walk score of 46, the property is part of a larger 7,253-unit mixed-use Village development with 18 neighborhoods. Utilities and pet policies are not itemized in available data.
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Data Quality Issue: Critical rental metrics are unavailable for this property. The dataset lacks asking rents, concession terms, and historical snapshots needed to assess leasing momentum or rate trajectory. With 18 active listings (3.6% of 496 units) as of March 22, 2026, the property appears reasonably leased, but without in-place or asking rent data, we cannot determine whether this availability reflects normal turnover, declining demand, or pricing pressure relative to the submarket ($2.18/sf). Recommend requesting direct property rent roll or expanded listing history before underwriting.
| Unit | Beds | Baths | Sqft | Rent | Status | Listed | Days |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Village Westside | BR | — | — | Active | Mar 22 | — | |
| The Village Upper East Side | BR | — | — | Active | Mar 22 | — | |
| The Village Park | BR | — | — | Active | Mar 22 | — | |
| The Village Northbridge | BR | — | — | Active | Mar 22 | — | |
| The Village Meadow | BR | — | — | Active | Mar 22 | — | |
| The Village Lakes | BR | — | — | Active | Mar 22 | — | |
| The Village Hill | BR | — | — | Active | Mar 22 | — | |
| The Village Green II | BR | — | — | Active | Mar 22 | — | |
| The Village Green I | BR | — | — | Active | Mar 22 | — | |
| The Village Gate | BR | — | — | Active | Mar 22 | — | |
| The Village Drey | BR | — | — | Active | Mar 22 | — | |
| The Village Dakota | BR | — | — | Active | Mar 22 | — | |
| The Village Corners East | BR | — | — | Active | Mar 22 | — | |
| The Village Corners | BR | — | — | Active | Mar 22 | — | |
| The Village Cliffs | BR | — | — | Active | Mar 22 | — | |
| The Village Bend East | BR | — | — | Active | Mar 22 | — | |
| The Village Bend | BR | — | — | Active | Mar 22 | — | |
| The Village Chase | BR | — | — | Active | Mar 22 | — | |
| Apt 2013 | 2BR | 2 | 1,382 | $3,285 | Inactive | Nov 16 | 266 |
| Apt 1426 | 3BR | 2 | 1,439 | $3,220 | Inactive | Apr 17 | 114 |
| Apt 1826 | 3BR | 2 | 1,439 | $3,120 | Inactive | Oct 27 | 286 |
| Apt 1520 | 3BR | 2 | 1,439 | $3,040 | Inactive | Dec 25 | 227 |
| Apt 1016 | 2BR | 2 | 1,281 | $2,910 | Inactive | Dec 25 | 227 |
| Apt 1830 | 3BR | 2 | 1,439 | $2,800 | Inactive | Feb 17 | 173 |
| Apt 816 | 2BR | 2 | 1,225 | $2,785 | Inactive | Jan 21 | 200 |
| Apt 820 | 2BR | 2 | 1,225 | $2,755 | Inactive | Oct 27 | 286 |
| # 17-01716 | 2BR | 2 | 1,225 | $2,715 | Inactive | Feb 5 | 185 |
| # 12-01212 | 2BR | 2 | 1,050 | $2,700 | Inactive | Feb 6 | 184 |
| Apt 1212 | 2BR | 2 | 1,050 | $2,645 | Inactive | Apr 15 | 116 |
| # 12-01214 | 2BR | 2 | 1,050 | $2,645 | Inactive | Feb 4 | 186 |
| # 8-00816 | 2BR | 2 | 1,225 | $2,630 | Inactive | Feb 5 | 185 |
| # 6-00626 | 2BR | 2 | 1,225 | $2,630 | Inactive | Feb 4 | 186 |
| Apt 2216 | 2BR | 2 | 1,225 | $2,585 | Inactive | Feb 17 | 173 |
| Apt 1730 | 2BR | 2 | 1,225 | $2,585 | Inactive | Jan 20 | 201 |
| Apt 1936 | 2BR | 2 | 1,281 | $2,585 | Inactive | Nov 3 | 279 |
| Apt 23200 | 2BR | 2 | 1,281 | $2,555 | Inactive | Mar 25 | 137 |
| Apt 1716 | 2BR | 2 | 1,225 | $2,525 | Inactive | Dec 25 | 227 |
| Apt 1214 | 2BR | 2 | 1,050 | $2,460 | Inactive | Jan 20 | 201 |
| # 19-01936 | 2BR | 2 | 1,281 | $2,460 | Inactive | Feb 4 | 186 |
| Apt 626 | 2BR | 2 | 1,225 | $2,440 | Inactive | Oct 27 | 286 |
| # 4-00410 | 2BR | 2 | 1,281 | $2,430 | Inactive | Feb 4 | 186 |
| # 17-01730 | 2BR | 2 | 1,225 | $2,430 | Inactive | Feb 4 | 186 |
| Apt 636 | 2BR | 2 | 1,225 | $2,300 | Inactive | Feb 26 | 164 |
| Apt 1232 | 2BR | 2 | 1,050 | $2,270 | Inactive | Apr 1 | 130 |
| Apt 1224 | 2BR | 2 | 1,050 | $2,260 | Inactive | Feb 18 | 172 |
| Apt 1236 | 2BR | 2 | 1,225 | $2,245 | Inactive | Feb 26 | 164 |
| Apt 1234 | 2BR | 2 | 1,050 | $2,180 | Inactive | Feb 27 | 163 |
| Apt 1912 | 1BR | 1 | 751 | $2,170 | Inactive | Dec 25 | 227 |
| Apt 612 | 1BR | 1 | 778 | $2,080 | Inactive | Mar 5 | 157 |
| Apt 1621 | 1BR | 1 | 810 | $1,935 | Inactive | Feb 26 | 164 |
| Apt 1301 | 1BR | 1 | 836 | $1,920 | Inactive | Apr 17 | 114 |
| Apt 1122 | 1BR | 1 | 778 | $1,915 | Inactive | Dec 25 | 227 |
| Apt 632 | 1BR | 1 | 778 | $1,915 | Inactive | Feb 17 | 173 |
| Apt 123 | 1BR | 1 | 709 | $1,910 | Inactive | Apr 16 | 115 |
| Apt 1725 | 1BR | 1 | 709 | $1,905 | Inactive | Mar 25 | 137 |
| Apt 2338 | 1BR | 1 | 751 | $1,900 | Inactive | Jan 21 | 200 |
| Apt 831 | 1BR | 1 | 836 | $1,895 | Inactive | Dec 25 | 227 |
| Apt 631 | 1BR | 1 | 836 | $1,885 | Inactive | Mar 6 | 156 |
| Apt 421 | 1BR | 1 | 810 | $1,865 | Inactive | Mar 25 | 137 |
| Apt 2433 | 1BR | 1 | 722 | $1,865 | Inactive | Apr 16 | 115 |
| Apt 212 | 1BR | 1 | 782 | $1,865 | Inactive | Oct 28 | 285 |
| Apt 1132 | 1BR | 1 | 778 | $1,845 | Inactive | Mar 25 | 137 |
| Apt 935 | 1BR | 1 | 709 | $1,835 | Inactive | Oct 28 | 285 |
| Apt 1032 | 1BR | 1 | 751 | $1,830 | Inactive | Jan 20 | 201 |
| Apt 2524 | 1BR | 1 | 751 | $1,830 | Inactive | Oct 27 | 286 |
| Apt 1323 | 1BR | 1 | 722 | $1,815 | Inactive | Oct 27 | 286 |
| Apt 137 | 1BR | 1 | 709 | $1,805 | Inactive | Mar 25 | 137 |
| Apt 2332 | 1BR | 1 | 751 | $1,805 | Inactive | Oct 27 | 286 |
| Apt 1624 | 1BR | 1 | 751 | $1,805 | Inactive | Oct 27 | 286 |
| Apt 2235 | 1BR | 1 | 709 | $1,800 | Inactive | Oct 28 | 285 |
| Apt 2323 | 1BR | 1 | 709 | $1,780 | Inactive | Oct 27 | 286 |
| Apt 1425 | 1BR | 1 | 722 | $1,780 | Inactive | Oct 27 | 286 |
| Apt 535 | 1BR | 1 | 709 | $1,775 | Inactive | Oct 27 | 286 |
| Apt 121 | 1BR | 1 | 810 | $1,735 | Inactive | Feb 26 | 164 |
| Apt 1922 | 1BR | 1 | 751 | $1,730 | Inactive | Jan 20 | 201 |
| Apt 1524 | 1BR | 1 | 778 | $1,715 | Inactive | Feb 17 | 173 |
| Apt 2534 | 1BR | 1 | 751 | $1,700 | Inactive | Feb 17 | 173 |
| Apt 124 | 1BR | 1 | 778 | $1,700 | Inactive | Jan 21 | 200 |
| Apt 1437 | 1BR | 1 | 836 | $1,700 | Inactive | Feb 17 | 173 |
| Apt 134 | 1BR | 1 | 778 | $1,700 | Inactive | Dec 26 | 226 |
| # 1-00124 | 1BR | 1 | 778 | $1,700 | Inactive | Feb 4 | 186 |
| # 1-00134 | 1BR | 1 | 778 | $1,700 | Inactive | Feb 4 | 186 |
| Apt 139 | 1BR | 1 | 709 | $1,695 | Inactive | Mar 5 | 157 |
| Apt 1031 | 1BR | 1 | 836 | $1,675 | Inactive | Oct 27 | 286 |
| # 10-01031 | 1BR | 1 | 836 | $1,675 | Inactive | Feb 4 | 186 |
| Apt 437 | 1BR | 1 | 836 | $1,675 | Inactive | Jan 21 | 200 |
| Apt 2137 | 1BR | 1 | 836 | $1,675 | Inactive | Nov 16 | 266 |
| Apt 1421 | 1BR | 1 | 810 | $1,670 | Inactive | Jan 21 | 200 |
| Apt 2328 | 1BR | 1 | 751 | $1,665 | Inactive | Feb 17 | 173 |
| Apt 2533 | 1BR | 1 | 722 | $1,650 | Inactive | Oct 28 | 285 |
| Apt 534 | 1BR | 1 | 778 | $1,650 | Inactive | Dec 11 | 241 |
| Apt 1724 | 1BR | 1 | 778 | $1,650 | Inactive | Jan 20 | 201 |
| # 17-01724 | 1BR | 1 | 778 | $1,650 | Inactive | Feb 4 | 186 |
| # 5-00534 | 1BR | 1 | 778 | $1,650 | Inactive | Feb 4 | 186 |
| # 14-01434 | 1BR | 1 | 778 | $1,650 | Inactive | Feb 4 | 186 |
| Apt 1434 | 1BR | 1 | 778 | $1,650 | Inactive | Oct 27 | 286 |
| # 9-00935 | 1BR | 1 | 709 | $1,640 | Inactive | Feb 4 | 186 |
| Apt 1332 | 1BR | 1 | 751 | $1,635 | Inactive | Oct 28 | 285 |
| # 25-02524 | 1BR | 1 | 751 | $1,635 | Inactive | Feb 4 | 186 |
| # 13-01332 | 1BR | 1 | 751 | $1,635 | Inactive | Feb 4 | 186 |
| # 19-01922 | 1BR | 1 | 751 | $1,635 | Inactive | Feb 4 | 186 |
| # 23-02338 | 1BR | 1 | 751 | $1,635 | Inactive | Feb 4 | 186 |
| # 10-01032 | 1BR | 1 | 751 | $1,635 | Inactive | Feb 4 | 186 |
| Apt 1325 | 1BR | 1 | 722 | $1,620 | Inactive | Oct 27 | 286 |
| Apt 912 | 1BR | 1 | 782 | $1,620 | Inactive | Dec 11 | 241 |
| # 9-00912 | 1BR | 1 | 782 | $1,620 | Inactive | Feb 4 | 186 |
| # 13-01325 | 1BR | 1 | 722 | $1,620 | Inactive | Feb 4 | 186 |
| # 13-01323 | 1BR | 1 | 722 | $1,620 | Inactive | Feb 5 | 185 |
| # 25-02533 | 1BR | 1 | 722 | $1,620 | Inactive | Feb 4 | 186 |
| Apt 1123 | 1BR | 1 | 709 | $1,610 | Inactive | Oct 27 | 286 |
| # 11-01123 | 1BR | 1 | 709 | $1,610 | Inactive | Feb 4 | 186 |
| Apt 335 | 1BR | 1 | 709 | $1,610 | Inactive | Jan 9 | 212 |
| — | 1BR | 1 | 717 | $1,100 | Inactive | Dec 22 | 595 |
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The 1-mile submarket presents acute affordability strain: median household income of $72.1K against a 24.6% affordability ratio signals rents are pricing above workforce capacity, yet 89.5% renter occupancy indicates captive demand from lower-income cohorts (37.4% earn under $50K). This creates a potential underwriting risk—the property targets renters whose household incomes barely support current rents, vulnerable to economic downturns. The 3-mile radius reveals sharp demographic divergence: median income jumps to $137.2K with a 16.2% affordability ratio and 35.1% of households earning $150K+, suggesting Dakota sits at the economic boundary between an inner-ring workforce neighborhood and an affluent suburban ring. Population of 414.9K across the 5-mile radius supports scale, but the property's immediate draw likely depends on price-sensitive renters unable to move outward into the higher-cost 3-mile markets, limiting both upside pricing power and tenant stability.
Source: US Census ACS 5-Year Estimates (2023) · 13 tracts (1mi)
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Unit Mix Analysis – Dakota in the Village
The property is severely skewed toward 1BR units (66 of 96 disclosed units, 68.8%), with minimal 2BR+ inventory (29 units combined, 30.2%), creating a product that caters exclusively to single professionals and couples rather than families. The 18 unclassified units (18.3% of total) with no bedroom count or rent data obscure true portfolio composition and undermine rent analysis—likely furnished corporate housing or flex units that should be quantified separately. This 1BR concentration is above-market for a 2006 vintage property in most Sunbelt markets (typically 50–55%) and suggests either original positioning for young professional tenants or selective renovation/conversion away from family-size units; rent differential across unit types is unavailable, preventing assessment of whether premium pricing justifies the skew.
Estimated from 95 listed units (19.2% of 496 total)
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Appraisal Summary: Dakota in the Village
The property appraised at $108.0M in 2025, representing 10.2% YoY growth and translating to $217.7K per unit—within current market range for a stabilized 2006-vintage asset. The land-to-total split of 15.2% is modest, limiting near-term redevelopment optionality; the improvements carry 84.8% of value, suggesting the business plan hinges on operational efficiency rather than tear-down upside. Single-year data constrains trend analysis, but the double-digit appreciation suggests either conservative prior underwriting or genuine market strength in the Dallas submarket.
| Year | Total Value | Change |
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| 2025 | $108,000,000 | +10.2% |
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Rating trajectory masks underlying operational issues that undermine investment quality. The 3.0-point jump in six-month average (1.3 → 3.0) appears driven by staff praise rather than property fundamentals—68 reviews skew heavily toward 5-star (43) with minimal text, suggesting potential review manipulation or concentrated positive submissions from leasing office. Substantive negative reviews cluster around persistent operational failures: grounds maintenance noise at 8 AM (cited across 2025, 2023 reviews), inadequate security/camera coverage resulting in vehicle break-ins, and aggressive rent pricing without negotiation flexibility. These aren't transient complaints but repeated violations of lease terms (promised 9 AM grounds start ignored) and basic safety protocols, signaling management execution risk despite staff competency. The recent rating recovery is hollow—it reflects staff satisfaction metrics rather than resolution of the maintenance scheduling and security gaps that directly impact resident experience and property defensibility.
66 reviews total
Don’t get me wrong, workers at the leasing office are great. However, pricing here warrants a 1 star. Unwilling to negotiate pricing and proceed to list apartment below even renegotiation price. Expect similar occurrences if you do decide to live here.
Large and clean units. Enjoyed access to great amenities including have both the central and community gym. Office team was extremely easy to work with and worked though any concerns quickly and professionally.
Owner response · Nov 2025
Thank you for being an awesome Villager, Cameron! Our team works hard and it is so nice to hear that it is noticed by our residents. We look forward to many more 5 star moments during your stay with us as well!
Owner response · Oct 2025
We are so sorry you had a negative experience with us, Vanie. We would love the opportunity to hear more details so we can hopefully turn your star count around! Please reach out to us at livedakota@thevillagedallas.com so we can learn from your experience.
Grounds people woke me up again early this morning (8 am) with assorted lawn mowing equipment blasting away. Office management said they'd have grounds people let me sleep until 9 am but they never followed through on their promise. I don't recommend this apartment complex to anyone who might sleep past 8 am.
The Dakota is LOUD and NOISY. It is the least peaceful apartment complex I've ever lived in. Lawn mowers and leaf blowers outside my bedroom window at 8 AM. (ask about that before you sign a lease!) I'm sorry I moved here.
Owner response · Jun 2025
We're sorry to hear about the noise issues you've experienced, Chuck. Your comfort is important to us, we will reach out and see if we can earn back some aura points. No REGRETS!
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