Retreat at Barton Creek
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Retreat at Barton Creek

3816 S Lamar Boulevard, Austin, TX 78704
(249 Reviews)
$1,250 - $6,430/mo
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Move-In Specials

One month free on select homes plus waived application & administration fees! Contact our leasing office today for more information and to schedule a tour.

Floor Plans & Pricing

Studio

Studio

Studio, 1 Bath | 505 sq. ft.

$1,250 - $3,386

16 Available Units

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S3

Studio, 1 Bath | 518 sq. ft.

$1,472 - $3,673

1 Available Unit

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S2

Studio, 1 Bath | 510 sq. ft.

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1 Bedroom

One Bed One Bath A

1 Bed, 1 Bath | 691 sq. ft.

$1,526 - $5,169

30 Available Units

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One Bed One Bath B

1 Bed, 1 Bath | 691 sq. ft.

$1,576 - $4,822

3 Available Units

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2 Bedrooms

Two Bed Two Bath

2 Beds, 2 Baths | 972 sq. ft.

$1,781 - $6,430

12 Available Units

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B4

2 Beds, 2 Baths | 1,012 sq. ft.

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B3

2 Beds, 2 Baths | 1,012 sq. ft.

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B2

2 Beds, 2 Baths | 944 sq. ft.

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Community epIQ Grade

C
C

Renter Ratings

C

Review Ratings

Noise

1.5

Grounds

3.5

Safety

2.5

Office Staff

1.5

Maintenance

5.0

Neighborhood

2.5

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Review Count

F

Number of reviews in the past 365 days

2

Managerā€™s Review Engagement

A+

Percentage of reviews responded to

100.00%

Managerā€™s Review Reply Time

B+

Average time to respond to reviews

7 days

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Retreat at Barton Creek Reviews

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anonymous

Resident ā€¢ 2011 - 2019

3/6/2019

I love living at the Retreat at Barton Creek, so much that I have stayed for years! It's a perfect location on S Lamar, in the heart of Austin, close to downtown and easy to access other areas of the city. The apartment grounds areā€¦Ā See More >
    Manager

    3/7/2019

    Retreat at Barton Creek
    Hi! Thank you for leaving us a review. We greatly appreciate it. Please contact us if you need anything and we hope to see you at the next resident event! Best, Faye Nevarez
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    anonymous

    Resident ā€¢ 2018

    10/24/2018

    I love my apartment it has a huge bedroom! It has a free washer and dryer and free google fiber! I love South Lamar plus being on the Greenbelt! The people are friendly and they have lots of cool events!

      Manager

      10/25/2018

      Retreat at Barton Creek
      Hi! Thank you for leaving a review. We greatly appreciate it. Please let us know if you need anything and we look forward to seeing you at the Halloween Party tonight for a spooktacular time!
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      fatmomm

      Resident ā€¢ 2016 - 2018

      7/14/2018

      It actually feels like a little community...tons of long-term residents. Office and maintenance staff are super nice and helpful. In two years I think I've only had to make 2 maintenance requests, one being a light bulb change lol. Grounds are pools are kept veryā€¦Ā See More >
        Manager

        8/24/2018

        Retreat at Barton Creek
        Hi! Thank you for the review. We strive to provide first class customer service and quality to our valuable residents. We are so excited to hear from you and hope to see you at this Saturday's Margaritaville Party at the main pool.
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        TikiGraphics

        Resident ā€¢ 2018

        2/10/2018

        Great cozy apartments. Little on the older side but I have no complaints other than the pipes sometimes give this weird smell in the winter. But it's such a convenient location to everything. It's almost perfect.ā€¦Ā See More >
          Manager

          8/22/2023

          Retreat at Barton Creek
          Hello, we appreciate you leaving us a review! Your feedback is valuable in us being able to adapt to the needs of our residents. For any further information, please reach out to hello@avenue5.com
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          Kaitlyn crabtree

          Resident ā€¢ 2017

          12/19/2017

          Terrible. After signing a lease, being accepted, giving money orders for rent, deposit, and app fee they told me "never mind you can't move in" when I went in to get the keys (which is illegal). Her reasoning is because the manager didn't consider nannyingā€¦Ā See More >
            Manager

            11/15/2023

            Retreat at Barton Creek
            Hello Kaitlyn, we appreciate you leaving us a review! Your feedback is valuable in us being able to adapt to the needs of our residents. For any further information, please reach out to hello@avenue5.com
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            anonymous

            Resident ā€¢ 2015 - 2017

            11/22/2017

            I've lived at the Retreat for over 2 years now, and have really enjoyed my time. The location, grounds and apartments are awesome. Pros: - The grounds are lovely - lots of oak trees, bushes, and grass - Laundry in unit is very convenient -ā€¦Ā See More >
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              kimberleykay

              Resident ā€¢ 2016 - 2017

              4/3/2017

              GREAT location and GREAT amenities! Apartment is in an intimate community that backs into the Greenbelt. Recently updated trailhead into the Greenbelt, a fenced in dog park, and walking trail around their pond make this complex perfect for anyone with fur-babies! Although you're right off Lamarā€¦Ā See More >
                Manager

                8/21/2023

                Retreat at Barton Creek
                Hello Kimberley, we appreciate you leaving us a review! Your feedback is valuable in us being able to adapt to the needs of our residents. For any further information, please reach out to hello@avenue5.com
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                rickyperez512

                Resident ā€¢ 2016 - 2017

                4/3/2017

                This place is amazing. Talk about finding the perfect hidden gem in Austin. The ladies in the front office make this place even better. They display the utmost professionalism, yet make you feel right at home. The maintenance staff is super quick completing maintenance requests.ā€¦Ā See More >
                  Manager

                  8/21/2023

                  Retreat at Barton Creek
                  Hello Ricky, we appreciate you leaving us a review! Your feedback is valuable in us being able to adapt to the needs of our residents. For any further information, please reach out to hello@avenue5.com
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                  Kellyekirk

                  Resident ā€¢ 2016 - 2017

                  4/1/2017

                  This apartment complex is close to downtown, but without the sky high prices. Apartments are updated and spacious. Google fiber is included. You really can't beat the Retreat at Barton Creek!ā€¦Ā See More >
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                    Suddenfun

                    Resident ā€¢ 2014 - 2017

                    3/31/2017

                    This place is great! Unbeatable location with most units off the street and nice grounds with lots of old growth trees. Dogs love it and the Maintainence staff does a great job. I've been here 2 + years and have looked at buying but Iā€¦Ā See More >
                      Manager

                      8/21/2023

                      Retreat at Barton Creek
                      Hello, we appreciate you leaving us a review! Your feedback is valuable in us being able to adapt to the needs of our residents. For any further information, please reach out to hello@avenue5.com
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                      anonymous

                      Resident ā€¢ 2014 - 2017

                      6/13/2017

                      The location is good and the apartment is decent but the inconveniences are too much to justify living here. At first things were ok but it's been a slow drip of frustration and inconvenience at this place: #1 Apartments are old. Bathtubs get a new sprayā€¦Ā See More >
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                        AshleyCompton

                        Resident ā€¢ 2010 - 2017

                        3/31/2017

                        I have been living at The Retreat for 7 years now, so I suppose you could say I like it! ;) I love the location and all the beautiful, old, established oak trees throughout the complex. I have made so many great friends over theā€¦Ā See More >
                          Manager

                          8/22/2023

                          Retreat at Barton Creek
                          Hello Ashley, we appreciate you leaving us a review! Your feedback is valuable in us being able to adapt to the needs of our residents. For any further information, please reach out to hello@avenue5.com
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                          Jbg

                          Resident ā€¢ 2015 - 2016

                          12/9/2016

                          Horrible experience. Apartments are small and poorly made. They aren't as dog friendly as they say. They make you pay $30/mo for trash and there are always car break ins. The pool code for the gate doesn't work so the homeless come swim inā€¦Ā See More >
                            Manager

                            8/22/2023

                            Retreat at Barton Creek
                            Hello, we appreciate you leaving us a review! Your feedback is valuable in us being able to adapt to the needs of our residents. For any further information, please reach out to hello@avenue5.com
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                            ckimberly

                            Resident ā€¢ 2013 - 2016

                            11/30/2016

                            I have been living at the Retreat for 3 1/2 years and it is definitely home to me. I love having a washer and dryer right next to the bathroom. It makes doing laundry so easy and convenient. The apartment complex is inā€¦Ā See More >
                              Manager

                              11/15/2023

                              Retreat at Barton Creek
                              Hello, we appreciate you leaving us a review! Your feedback is valuable in us being able to adapt to the needs of our residents. For any further information, please reach out to hello@avenue5.com
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                              CLW 59

                              Resident ā€¢ 2016

                              5/15/2016

                              I lived here more than 7 years. If noise and high prices aren't an issue for you this is your place. If you're quoted a good rate sign the longest lease you can - because you won't be getting anything close when the leaseā€¦Ā See More >
                                Manager

                                8/22/2023

                                Retreat at Barton Creek
                                Hello, we appreciate you leaving us a review! Your feedback is valuable in us being able to adapt to the needs of our residents. For any further information, please reach out to hello@avenue5.com
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                                anonymous

                                Resident ā€¢ 2016

                                4/12/2016

                                This is one of the "older" apartments in the area so there are certain things here and there but for the price and location, it really is a great deal. I agree with the above commenter - maintenance can be hit or miss, they're reallyā€¦Ā See More >
                                  Manager

                                  11/15/2023

                                  Retreat at Barton Creek
                                  Hello, we appreciate you leaving us a review! Your feedback is valuable in us being able to adapt to the needs of our residents. For any further information, please reach out to hello@avenue5.com
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                                  suncee

                                  Resident ā€¢ 2015 - 2016

                                  3/30/2016

                                  * Beware of other reviewers.... The Retreat offers tenants gift cards and other certificates for positive reviews. Apartment was just okay, the smaller units don't even have enough room for a couch, everything is made very poorly and cheaply. I had a few uncomfortable experiences withā€¦Ā See More >
                                    Manager

                                    8/22/2023

                                    Retreat at Barton Creek
                                    Hello, we appreciate you leaving us a review! Your feedback is valuable in us being able to adapt to the needs of our residents. For any further information, please reach out to hello@avenue5.com
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                                    anonymous

                                    Resident ā€¢ 2016

                                    3/18/2016

                                    The people in the office are always kind, professional, and helpful. The location on S Lamar is especially awesome (close to great restaurants, parks, downtown, the greenbelt, etc) and a great value for the rent. The apt itself is nice, too, with nicely maintained appliancesā€¦Ā See More >
                                      Manager

                                      8/22/2023

                                      Retreat at Barton Creek
                                      Hello, we appreciate you leaving us a review! Your feedback is valuable in us being able to adapt to the needs of our residents. For any further information, please reach out to hello@avenue5.com
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                                      caraclapsaddle@gmail.com

                                      Resident ā€¢ 2015 - 2017

                                      5/3/2017

                                      I love my apartment. I love the neighborhood. I love the office staff. I love the maintenance staff. I love the pools. I love the greenbelt. I JUST LOVE THIS PLACE!

                                        Manager

                                        11/15/2023

                                        Retreat at Barton Creek
                                        Hello, we appreciate you leaving us a review! Your feedback is valuable in us being able to adapt to the needs of our residents. For any further information, please reach out to hello@avenue5.com
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                                        ld1169

                                        Resident ā€¢ 2015 - 2016

                                        2/2/2016

                                        So far I love almost everything about Retreat at Barton Creek. The office staff is very friendly and helpful. The property is beautiful. The only issues I have had are with maintenance. They don't always fix the problem the first time and I have toā€¦Ā See More >
                                          Manager

                                          2/2/2016

                                          Retreat at Barton Creek
                                          Thank you for your kind words, Lauren! We are sorry to hear you have been experiencing maintenance issues. We always strive to get it right the first time. Please contact our office so we can get those issues taken care of as soon as possible. Thank you!
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                                          ATX_Ben

                                          Resident ā€¢ 2015 - 2016

                                          1/31/2016

                                          After one Year of living here. This is a Great Location. Easy to get anywhere in Austin even during rush hours. Great Staff!!! They continue to find new ways to bring the community together. Making it a Joy to Homeā€¦Ā See More >
                                            Manager

                                            2/2/2016

                                            Retreat at Barton Creek
                                            Thank you for your kind words, Ben! We are so happy to call you our resident for another year. Thank you for renewing!
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                                            wadejohnson

                                            Resident ā€¢ 2015 - 2016

                                            1/12/2016

                                            The location is outstanding, and the rent is fair. The apartment is very nice, with good looking appliances. The only issue I've had is with minor things breaking such as the screen door and towel rack, but they are uick to fix such things.ā€¦Ā See More >
                                              Manager

                                              2/2/2016

                                              Retreat at Barton Creek
                                              Thank you for your kind words, Wade! We are so happy to call you our resident. Please contact our office if you have any maintenance issue so we can address those immediately. Thank you!
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                                              TylerD77

                                              Resident ā€¢ 2015

                                              10/26/2015

                                              MOLD!!! I lived at The Retreat at Barton Creek for a little over 2 months in the summer. I noticed my health decreasing and having extreme fatigue, nausea, and constant head aches. My girlfriend had the same issues only when she stayed the night at theā€¦Ā See More >
                                                Manager

                                                8/22/2023

                                                Retreat at Barton Creek
                                                Hello Tyler, we appreciate you leaving us a review! Your feedback is valuable in us being able to adapt to the needs of our residents. For any further information, please reach out to hello@avenue5.com
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                                                anonymous

                                                Resident ā€¢ 2015

                                                10/20/2015

                                                Moving into Barton Creek was a breeze. Quick and easy communication and quick service to any needs you have. Awesome location, clean apartments and quite neighbors!

                                                  Manager

                                                  8/22/2023

                                                  Retreat at Barton Creek
                                                  Hello, we appreciate you leaving us a review! Your feedback is valuable in us being able to adapt to the needs of our residents. For any further information, please reach out to hello@avenue5.com
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                                                  mak2015

                                                  Resident ā€¢ 2015

                                                  10/20/2015

                                                  Retreat at Barton Creek is awesome! I love the themed parties, monthly brunches, and the free food at the front office! Also, my view of the greenbelt is to die for.

                                                    Features & Amenities

                                                    Laundry
                                                    • Washer/Dryer
                                                    Parking
                                                    • Covered Parking
                                                    Pets
                                                    • Dogs Allowed
                                                      Fee: $400. Rent: $25. Pet Limit: 3. Comments: Fees and pet rent are per pet. No breed restrictions and no weight limits.
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                                                    • Cats Allowed
                                                      Fee: $400. Rent: $25. Pet Limit: 3. Comments: Fees and pet rent are per pet. No breed restrictions and no weight limits.
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                                                    Other
                                                    • BBQ and Picnic Areas
                                                    • Balcony or Patio
                                                    • Business Center
                                                    • Clubhouse
                                                    • Convenient to Barton Creek Greenbelt
                                                    • Faux Wood Flooring
                                                    • Fitness Center
                                                    • Google Fiber Available
                                                    • Landscape Surrounded by Heritage Trees
                                                    • Lap Swimming Pool
                                                    • On-Site Maintenance
                                                    • Package Receiving Service
                                                    • Pet Yards Available
                                                    • Pet-Friendly Community
                                                    • Pool
                                                    • Pool Overlooking the Greenbelt
                                                    • Premium Countertops
                                                    • Smart Thermostats
                                                    • Smoke Free Community
                                                    • Spa
                                                    • Spruce Lifestyle Service
                                                    • Stainless Steel Appliances
                                                    • TRX Exercise System
                                                    • Three Bark Parks
                                                    • Vaulted Ceilings
                                                    • View
                                                    • Walking Trails
                                                    • Woodburning Fireplace
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                                                    Leasing

                                                    Retreat at Barton Creek Apartments in Austin Texas is the perfect residence for the individual who works in the city but enjoys an active outdoor lifestyle. Located on South Lamar in Austin, Texas, Retreat at Barton Creek Apartments overlooks the picturesque Barton Creek Greenbelt. An ideal location to take advantage of everything the city of Austin and the Texas Hill Country has to offer.
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                                                    Office Hours

                                                    • Sunday: Closed
                                                    • Monday: 09:00 AM - 06:00 PM
                                                    • Tuesday: 11:00 AM - 06:00 PM
                                                    • Wednesday - Friday: 09:00 AM - 06:00 PM
                                                    • Saturday: 10:00 AM - 05:00 PM
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                                                    Based on 249 number of votes by renters, Retreat at Barton Creek is currently rated 3.1 out of 5 stars.
                                                    Retreat at Barton Creek is rated 3.5/5 stars in our renters grounds survey, which is considered average. The grounds are okay, but could use some improvement.
                                                    Retreat at Barton Creek is rated 5/5 stars in our renters maintenance survey, which is considered excellent. The maintenance team is very responsive and effective in addressing issues.
                                                    Retreat at Barton Creek is rated 1.5/5 stars in our renters noise survey, which is considered poor. The noise level is consistently loud and disruptive, making it difficult to live in the complex.
                                                    Retreat at Barton Creek is rated 2.5/5 stars in our renters safety survey, which is considered poor. The complex is very unsafe and poses serious risks to residents.
                                                    Retreat at Barton Creek is rated 2.5/5 stars in our renters neighborhood survey, which is considered poor. The complex is located in a very undesirable and unsafe neighborhood with limited or no access to local attractions and services.
                                                    Retreat at Barton Creek is rated 1.5/5 stars in our renters staff survey, which is considered poor. The staff is unresponsive and unhelpful, making it difficult to live in the complex.
                                                    Managers have responded to 100% of their community reviews in the past year.
                                                    Managers have replied within 7 days to their community reviews in the past year.
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                                                    Dogs Allowed
                                                    Fee: $400
                                                    Rent: $25
                                                    Pet Limit: 3
                                                    Comments: Fees and pet rent are per pet. No breed restrictions and no weight limits.
                                                    Cats Allowed
                                                    Fee: $400
                                                    Rent: $25
                                                    Pet Limit: 3
                                                    Comments: Fees and pet rent are per pet. No breed restrictions and no weight limits.
                                                    1 Bed, 1 Bath
                                                    2 Beds, 2 Baths
                                                    Studio, 1 Bath
                                                    One month free on select homes plus waived application & administration fees! Contact our leasing office today for more information and to schedule a tour.

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                                                    Retreat at Barton Creek is a 505 - 1,012 sq. ft. apartment in Austin in zip code 78704. This community has a 1 - 2 Beds, 1 - 2 Baths, and is for rent for $1,250 - $6,430. Nearby cities include West Lake Hills, Del Valle, Manor, Bee Cave, and Pflugerville.

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