The Retreat at Lake Johnson Apartments
3201 Walnut Creek Pky,
Raleigh,
NC
27606
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Monthly Rent
$1,005 - $8,470
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Bedrooms
1 - 3 bd
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Bathrooms
1 - 2 ba
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Square Feet
670 - 1,100 sq ft
Nestled in the heart of Raleigh, North Carolina, our community offers a perfect blend of comfort and style. Choose from our thoughtfully designed floor plans, ranging from cozy one-bedroom retreats to spacious three-bedroom residences, each meticulously crafted to suit your lifestyle. Our community boasts an array of amenities, including a state-of-the-art fitness center, a sparkling swimming pool, and a relaxing outdoor lounge area. Stroll, run, or bring your canine companion outside to enjoy Lake Johnson Park's ample green space, only steps from your front door. Welcome home to The Retreat at Lake Johnson, where every detail is designed to enhance your living experience in this thriving and historic city.
Pricing & Floor Plans
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Unit 3130-Bprice $1,005square feet 670availibility Now
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Unit 3300-Dprice $1,020square feet 670availibility Now
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Unit 3130-Aprice $1,020square feet 670availibility Now
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Unit 3040-Eprice $1,257square feet 970availibility Now
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Unit 3131-Nprice $1,297square feet 970availibility Now
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Unit 3010-Kprice $1,305square feet 955availibility Now
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Unit 3311-Dprice $1,745square feet 1,100availibility Now
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Unit 3301-Bprice $1,526square feet 1,100availibility May 23
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Unit 3301-Fprice $1,624square feet 1,100availibility Jul 9
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Unit 3130-Bprice $1,005square feet 670availibility Now
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Unit 3300-Dprice $1,020square feet 670availibility Now
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Unit 3130-Aprice $1,020square feet 670availibility Now
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Unit 3040-Eprice $1,257square feet 970availibility Now
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Unit 3131-Nprice $1,297square feet 970availibility Now
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Unit 3010-Kprice $1,305square feet 955availibility Now
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Unit 3311-Dprice $1,745square feet 1,100availibility Now
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Unit 3301-Bprice $1,526square feet 1,100availibility May 23
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Unit 3301-Fprice $1,624square feet 1,100availibility Jul 9
Fees and Policies
The fees below are based on community-supplied data and may exclude additional fees and utilities.
- Dogs Allowed
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Monthly pet rent$25
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One time Fee$250
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Pet deposit$250
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Restrictions:Aggressive dogs or any dog with a bite history will not be accepted.
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Comments:First Pet Deposit: $250, Second Pet Deposit: $150.
- Cats Allowed
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Monthly pet rent$25
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One time Fee$250
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Pet deposit$250
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Comments:First Pet Deposit: $250, Second Pet Deposit: $150.
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Details
Property Information
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Built in 1984
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576 units/2 stories
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About The Retreat at Lake Johnson Apartments
Nestled in the heart of Raleigh, North Carolina, our community offers a perfect blend of comfort and style. Choose from our thoughtfully designed floor plans, ranging from cozy one-bedroom retreats to spacious three-bedroom residences, each meticulously crafted to suit your lifestyle. Our community boasts an array of amenities, including a state-of-the-art fitness center, a sparkling swimming pool, and a relaxing outdoor lounge area. Stroll, run, or bring your canine companion outside to enjoy Lake Johnson Park's ample green space, only steps from your front door. Welcome home to The Retreat at Lake Johnson, where every detail is designed to enhance your living experience in this thriving and historic city.
The Retreat at Lake Johnson Apartments is an apartment community located in Wake County and the 27606 ZIP Code. This area is served by the Wake County attendance zone.
Unique Features
- Breakfast Bar
- Digital Moving Concierge
- Social Courtyards
- 24 Hour Emergency Maintenance
- Deposit Alternative Available
- National Relocation Program
- Private Balcony or Patio
- Resident Reward Programs and Resident Mobile App
- Dog Park with Agility Equipment
- Outdoor Game Space
- Built-In Microwave
- Flexible Lease Terms
- Online Resident Services and Bill Pay
- Stainless Steel Appliances with Glass Top Stove
- Pre-Qualified Renter's Insurance
- In Home Washer & Dryer
- In-Home Fireplace with Decorative Mantle
- Large Closets
Community Amenities
Pool
Fitness Center
Concierge
Clubhouse
- Concierge
- Business Center
- Clubhouse
- Fitness Center
- Pool
- Basketball Court
- Courtyard
- Picnic Area
- Dog Park
Apartment Features
- Fireplace
- Stainless Steel Appliances
- Microwave
- High Ceilings
- Balcony
- Concierge
- Business Center
- Clubhouse
- Courtyard
- Picnic Area
- Dog Park
- Fitness Center
- Pool
- Basketball Court
- Breakfast Bar
- Digital Moving Concierge
- Social Courtyards
- 24 Hour Emergency Maintenance
- Deposit Alternative Available
- National Relocation Program
- Private Balcony or Patio
- Resident Reward Programs and Resident Mobile App
- Dog Park with Agility Equipment
- Outdoor Game Space
- Built-In Microwave
- Flexible Lease Terms
- Online Resident Services and Bill Pay
- Stainless Steel Appliances with Glass Top Stove
- Pre-Qualified Renter's Insurance
- In Home Washer & Dryer
- In-Home Fireplace with Decorative Mantle
- Large Closets
- Fireplace
- Stainless Steel Appliances
- Microwave
- High Ceilings
- Balcony
| Monday | 10am - 6pm |
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| Tuesday | 10am - 6pm |
| Wednesday | 10am - 6pm |
| Thursday | 10am - 6pm |
| Friday | 10am - 6pm |
| Saturday | 10am - 5pm |
| Sunday | Closed |
Downtown Raleigh sits a few miles east of North Carolina State University and is home to Saint Augustine’s University. There are several major attractions in the city, such as the Red Hat Amphitheater, Duke Energy Center for the Performing Arts, Raleigh Convention Center, and the North Carolina State Capitol. The Warehouse District offers indie art spaces, while the North Carolina Museum of Natural Sciences features family-friendly animal exhibits.
Downtown is a thriving commercial hub filled with tourist attractions, top-notch restaurants, and historic sites and museums. Residents and visitors alike flock to the Pit on West Davie Street for authentic barbeque and to Beasley’s Chicken + Honey for fried chicken and waffles and other Southern classics. For even more dining options, check out the establishments on Glenwood Avenue.
Learn more about living in Downtown Raleigh| Colleges & Universities | Distance | ||
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| Colleges & Universities | Distance | ||
| Drive: | 5 min | 2.2 mi | |
| Drive: | 5 min | 2.6 mi | |
| Drive: | 8 min | 3.5 mi | |
| Drive: | 8 min | 5.1 mi |
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Property Ratings at The Retreat at Lake Johnson Apartments
It's a nice place to live. I have been here for 3 years now. I did have issues with maintenance, but now that the new company has taken over, things have been improving. I wish that there were more things for kids instead of pets.
Property Manager at The Retreat at Lake Johnson Apartments, Responded To This Review
It is fantastic to know that our team and our community have made such a great impression on you! We appreciate the high rating.
My family and I feel safe secure we can get things done in a good time with no problems. I would recommend this retreat to everyone, not to mention I have
Property Manager at The Retreat at Lake Johnson Apartments, Responded To This Review
It is genuinely wonderful to know our community is such a good match for you. Thank you!
The community is quite nice. We've been here 5 years and have seen residents come and go. The location is very convenient shopping, getting to work quickly, and the amenities are very nice and enjoyable. The fact that we have google fiber is definitely a major plus to our convenience. The staff of our community is very nice and respectful to our living spaces and communications. They also answer very promptly. The only reason for the 4 stars is the fact that we are still living with pests. They were here before the name change and we have tried fixing the issue ourselves. We are hoping this issue gets resolved soon and our rating will change to 5 stars. Other then the pests, we have been very happy with the apartment and the community.
Property Manager at The Retreat at Lake Johnson Apartments, Responded To This Review
Your happiness is always our goal! We appreciate your support.
Application to move in process was quick and easy! The response to emails is superb. The staff are amazing and I couldn’t have asked for better.
Property Manager at The Retreat at Lake Johnson Apartments, Responded To This Review
It is indeed our pleasure to provide an outstanding place for you to call home! If you need anything at all, please feel free to reach out.
I love staying here in apartments. The community is awesome and I have awesome neighbors. Maintenance staff always responds fast. And they are always professional
Property Manager at The Retreat at Lake Johnson Apartments, Responded To This Review
We commit daily to providing our residents a top-notch living experience and are encouraged by your approval!
The community is great. Amenities are awesome cant wait for the pool to open up and people here ate nice. My only down side is the random water and electric mini outage. Thank God they dont last long but still.
Property Manager at The Retreat at Lake Johnson Apartments, Responded To This Review
It is indeed our pleasure to provide an outstanding place for you to call home! If you need anything at all, please feel free to reach out.
Been here almost 7 months and love it. Feels very safe here and all maintenance requests have been taken care of very quickly. Great office staff too.
Property Manager at The Retreat at Lake Johnson Apartments, Responded To This Review
Your comfort and satisfaction are our priorities, and we are glad it shows! Thank you.
As of now, I have no problems. There have been some quirks but communication was easy and effective. Apartment was decently clean when we moved in, and there was actually an extra amenity I didn’t think we would have, so that was nice.
Property Manager at The Retreat at Lake Johnson Apartments, Responded To This Review
We are humbled by your praise, as our care and concern for our residents takes priority over all else. Thank you!
Nice, quiet community that is close to the lake. It's at a good location you can quickly hop on the highway. Facilities are okay as the gym is not cleaned or equipment maintained. Good maintenance service that is quick.
Property Manager at The Retreat at Lake Johnson Apartments, Responded To This Review
We are pleased to receive your vote of confidence! Thank you.
I've found a home in this place. My neighbors are great. I can sleep with any noise, that's important to me. I love to take a walk every afternoon, it's very safe!
Property Manager at The Retreat at Lake Johnson Apartments, Responded To This Review
Thank you for your kind words! We're so glad you've found a home at The Retreat at Lake Johnson Apartments. We strive to create a welcoming and comfortable community for our residents, and it's wonderful to hear you've had such positive experiences with your neighbors and the neighborhood. We appreciate you taking the time to share your review.
When we first moved in it was easy to communicate maintenance needs, and we could expect them to be handled in a timely manner. We have not had the same type of response in the last year, maintenance requests have either been ignored or we haven't been communicated with about a timeline. The office staff is overall great and helpful, especially since the new company took over. We feel comfortable walking into the office and having our needs addressed. Very happy about the new fob for the pool as last year non-residents kept messing it up for everyone. This is a great sign that residents are being heard Hoping with the new company things will go more smoothly.
Property Manager at The Retreat at Lake Johnson Apartments, Responded To This Review
Hello Ashley, it is nice to hear our recent improvements have impressed you. Our team is glad to hear you are satisfied with their positive and helpful service. We are always looking for ways to improve our residents' experience, so we invite you to give us a call or stop by our office if you have anything to discuss.
Love living here! It’s so cute and welcoming, very nature oriented and it is so pretty! I love waking up to the birds chirping and I can see them flying around, makes for a great morning!
Property Manager at The Retreat at Lake Johnson Apartments, Responded To This Review
Hi Abigail, We are so happy to hear you are enjoying The Retreat at Lake Johnson Apartments! We agree, the natural beauty here is truly special. We hope you continue to enjoy waking up to the birds chirping and the surrounding nature.
Everything has been good so far. Great to go outside and see your maintenance men riding along the property to ensure that we are taken care of.
Property Manager at The Retreat at Lake Johnson Apartments, Responded To This Review
We are truly honored that you hold our community in such high esteem! Thank you for letting us know.
I moved in October 2021 I’ve been very happy here! Great location, love the screened in porch and the fireplace. I feel the apartment is very cozy For as many buildings that are here the noise is minimal Staff has been great as well
Property Manager at The Retreat at Lake Johnson Apartments, Responded To This Review
Thank you for letting us know that you feel so at ease in our community! It is truly our pleasure to provide you with a great home.
Positive, for the most part. I have had issues getting specific issues addressed. Everyone seems dedicated to working with tenants to make living here enjoyable.
So far a great place to live been here since December. Office staff are very helpful. Loving the updated look. New management is nice. Hopefully continue to be this way
Property Manager at The Retreat at Lake Johnson Apartments, Responded To This Review
It is fantastic to know that our team and our community have made such a great impression on you! We appreciate the high rating.
It’s an older place so has a few quirks. Also, someone’s car got stolen during the night, that’s scary. I do enjoy the area as it is easy to get to places around the city. I like the wooded area for walking and the swimming pool is nice to have. I do know that there are updated apartments but then you pay more to have them.
Property Manager at The Retreat at Lake Johnson Apartments, Responded To This Review
Your happiness is always our goal! We appreciate your support.
Very nice place to live. The people are nice, and I love having a screened-in patio. I have been living here for about two years and enjoy how peaceful it is. :)
Property Manager at The Retreat at Lake Johnson Apartments, Responded To This Review
Denise, we're so glad to hear you're enjoying your time at The Retreat at Lake Johnson Apartments! We appreciate you taking the time to share your positive experience with the community. We hope you continue to enjoy the peaceful atmosphere and your screened-in patio.
The community here is beautiful and the apartments are cozy. We absolutely love it here. The property owners also communicate regularly with all the public activities they run throughout the year including routine maintenance. 10/10 no regrets moving here.
Property Manager at The Retreat at Lake Johnson Apartments, Responded To This Review
It is indeed our pleasure to provide an outstanding place for you to call home! If you need anything at all, please feel free to reach out.
The office staff is very helpful and their communication, to and from, me is great. Renzo is extremely professional and always tries to help me. I love the layout of my apartment and the location of this property in Raleigh.
Property Manager at The Retreat at Lake Johnson Apartments, Responded To This Review
Hi Greg, Thanks for the feedback! We're glad to hear that you're enjoying your apartment and the location at The Retreat at Lake Johnson. We also appreciate you acknowledging Renzo's commitment to providing great service.
I enjoy living at The Retreat at Lake Johnson. The apartment is comfortable and the community is attractive and well kept. The 24 hour fitness center is clean and the machines are well kept and working. I enjoy having access to retrieve my packages 24 hours a day. Also, the maintenance team is efficient in completing work orders. I recommend living at The Retreat at Lake Johnson.
Property Manager at The Retreat at Lake Johnson Apartments, Responded To This Review
Thank you for the kind review! We're happy to hear you enjoy living at The Retreat at Lake Johnson and appreciate your positive feedback. We strive to provide a comfortable and well-maintained community for our residents and are glad our amenities, like the fitness center and package center, are meeting your needs. We also appreciate your acknowledgment of our efficient maintenance team.
This apartment is great if you like living in the deep dark wilderness. The musty smell, the cave like sunlight, and bug sanctuary really give the apartment its charm! Not to mention you make tons of friends including strange men who look into windows at the wee hours of the morning. I certainly loved every single cabinet door falling off in our kitchen, it really opened up the space. I think the only down side of the apartment was the mountainous speed bumps and pot holes leading up to your oasis.
Apartments are run of the mill. But the management is bottom of the barrel. It'd be easier to fake my own death than to quickly and efficiently sign the roommate release form. Took 2 months thanks to these guys having some sort of "unresolved IT issue" and them taking their sweet time to fix it. Because of that, I lost several, SEVERAL, better apartment opportunities. During that whole debacle, I'd email again and AGAIN and nothing would come of it until 3-4 days later, by which time the apartment I had in mind elsewhere had been sold. Also a bad idea to go to the office, because two people will come in at the same time and tell you different things right in front of you. Only rent here if you want an extremely frustrating experience with your leasing office!
If you never need a work order completed, never have a question regarding your lease, never want your apartment sprayed for bugs, maybe it's not bad, but the moment you need something, management is absent. I have sent in work orders about mold, water damage, wildlife breaking into my outdoor storage, pest control, etc. and most of the time they get closed without being addressed at all, and I'm automatically emailed a survey to rate my lack of experience. If a work order is addressed, it's because I followed it up with a call or email. Even discussing the lease renewal (we're unfortunately not in a position where we can easily leave yet) it was so difficult to get my questions answered, and it seemed like the individual at the desk didn't understand their own lease and what it meant. I also got a terrible rash from the pool the day before it was mysteriously closed due to "vandalism" and they had to "balance the chemicals". I was on antibiotics for 10 days. Location is nice. Walking trail out back, lake is very close by. You're a short drive to campus and right off i40 but it feels secluded. Is it worth dealing with an ineffective, disinterested management? No.
I have been here for 2 months now and I thoroughly enjoy it! The office and maintenance staff are kind, and aim to be efficient! The property itself is an established community, so not Class A luxury, but I am 100% ok with that. It has its quirks as any older property does, but these things were not deal breakers for me (i.e- no overhead lights - ok buy more lamps, kinda thing!) What I think I loved the most is the bedrooms are on opposite ends of the apartment (mom here who sometimes just needs a moment to herself) The management company is still fairly new so I understand there are growing pains, however I personally feel the staff certainly aims to please residents, not just prospects alone. I highly recommend this place. Based on price point and location, you wont find anything better! 40 is directly on the front of the property, and if you come out the backside of the property, Crossroads is quite literally 7 mins away!
I have lived here for 1.5 years now and it's great spot, nice and secluded but just minutes to anywhere you need to be. Like another review said, since changing Management it's been one small inconvenience after another. Which sucks because I really love my apartment. They are a little older but have been mostly updated so it's not really a huge issue. But my biggest problem is the staff, they are not friendly, they don't help you out. I haven't decided if I'll renew but it's definitely in the air because of that. And don't ever expect to get an email back about issues you've had once moved in. They had to do some construction in my unit when they changed Management and the crew that they hired left my place a mess, got paint or something like it all over my floors and other things. I messaged 2 different people, called, and went into the office and I never heard anything back. Also, the crew wasn't accompanied by a member of staff even though they said that the crew would be escorted with a staff member.
DO NOT SIGN LEASE! Mold in our apartment around the showerhead, its pretty obvious there's a leak since it it only around there and the drywall was falling off. We asked them to come fix it in December. They came and replaced the wall and said the mold is from steam and to keep the door open when showering... Obviously the mold returned. I went in on Sunday to place a work order. Waited 48 hours with no response. Called them today and they said there's no work order, you should do it online so there is no human error. They said sometimes the office workers forget to hit send. They also claim free rent credit for every day after 48 hours that there is no response. But they said it doesn't apply to us because there is no work order. This is ridiculous. Do not move here!
I've lived here for two years already and I love the location. The apartments are set into the woods and right across the street from the lake and trails, which is a refreshing break from city life! It's only 15 mins to downtown Raleigh or Cary, which is very convenient. I've never had problems with noise or neighbors, and I've never seen wild parties even on the weekend, which is surprising for a location so close to NC State campus. Lots of families with kids here and older adults. The only thing I hate is that they've just switched to new management as of November 2018, and now the front office and maintenance workers are all new. I haven't had a maintenance issue as of yet, so I can't speak to that, but the front office has left much to be desired. In one month, I've already had to deal with incorrect billing charges, being given incorrect contact information making it a hassle to get in touch with anyone to fix it (on an official printed memo left at all the apartments, no less!), and packages held hostage. You paid extra for overnight shipping and your package got delivered to the office? Sucks to be you! You could go to the office to pick it up and the package could be sitting right in front of you, but they REFUSE to give it to you until the office people send you an official "your package has arrived" email a day or two later. The previous management would send a notification email within 2-4 hours of delivery and you were allowed to pick it up even before getting an email from them, but these new people don't even try to be helpful, they just tell you to leave and come back once you get an email to pick it up, which takes at LEAST until the next day. This is VERY frustrating since you can't even opt out of having your packages delivered to the office if you need something in a hurry. I love where I live, but I do not plan to renew my lease unless management improves by then. There are other locations with a lot less hassle.
I have been living at walnut creek apartments for almost 4years now. The staff in the front office are very helpful and hands on with EVERYTHING! I really enjoy living in a community that not only are the neighbors friendly, the front office staff, but also the maintenance team are friendly! Always with a smile and saying hello. It feels good to know you are safe in your neighborhood and community. And not to mention the rent prices aren't that bad (they always have a special) and the upgrades are gorgeous! I wouldn't want to live any other place.
I've been living at Walnut Creek for about eight months now, and I absolutely love it. My favorite thing is the area; I try to stay active, and there are plenty of trails around here for running, biking, or anything else you want to do outside. They're doing renovations to update a lot of the older apartments, but even the one I live in looks good. I rent a washer and dryer for my apartment (they have a communal laundry room if you don't want to pay extra) and the equipment is top-of-the-line. Everybody in the office is always very friendly and greets me every time I walk in. The only downside is that non-emergency maintenance requests can take a while (sometimes upwards of a week)...emergency requests, however, are handled ASAP. I hope to renew my lease when it expires, this place is great.
Continuesly had problems with things breaking and leaks happening in the two years I stayed. Maintenance would only fix our problems temperarily and I found myself having to call the office and complain every month. Insulation is sad in his apartment, causing all the air from outside to come in the apartment, which made the ac/heat have to run all day in term facing extremely high electric bills every month. The longer we stay here the more they jack up rent. Just too much inconvenience for the high price I paid. I do not recommend Walnut Creek apartments.
I have lived at Walnut Creek apartments for 5 years now. I love it here. The people in the office are so helpful and always have a smiling face. Maintenance is very prompt and responsive. Location is great, right next to I -40, but it isn't loud. Almost secluded within trees so it doesn't feel like you are right next to the interstate. Very close to downtown Raleigh and Cary Crossroads.
The Walnut Creek apartments is a wonderful complex with a convenient location. The prices are fair for the location and quality of the community and the staff are some of the best that ive dealt with. The only reason ive given 3 stars is because of the age of the buildings. The floors creak and there isnt much effeciency when it comes to heating and cooling. overall I enjoy the quality of living I get for the price I pay.
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The Retreat at Lake Johnson Apartments is in the city of Raleigh. Here you’ll find three shopping centers within 2.4 miles of the property.Five parks are within 3.9 miles, including Lake Johnson Nature Park, WRAL Azalea Gardens, and Pullen Park.
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3201 Walnut Creek Pky
Raleigh, NC 27606