Retreat at Mountain Brook
1600 Sharpsburg Cir,
Mountain Brook,
AL
35213
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Monthly Rent
$1,320 - $3,784
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Bedrooms
1 - 3 bd
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Bathrooms
1.5 - 2.5 ba
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Square Feet
1,082 - 1,900 sq ft
The Retreat at Mountain Brook offers a unique mix of Southern charm and modern convenience. Nestled in a neighborhood like no other, its spacious apartment homes feature porches, stainless-steel appliances, walk-in closets and an abundance of storage. Its naturally wooded grounds with mature trees, walking paths, dog-friendly areas and a spectacular water feature provide a soothing backdrop for recharging and renewing at your very own retreat.
Pricing & Floor Plans
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Unit 3316price $1,320square feet 1,093availibility Now
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Unit 3804price $1,340square feet 1,093availibility Now
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Unit 3312price $1,333square feet 1,093availibility Jul 5
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Unit 1717price $1,460square feet 1,284availibility Now
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Unit 2020price $1,430square feet 1,284availibility Jul 2
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Unit 2005price $1,450square feet 1,284availibility Jul 10
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Unit 3605price $1,881square feet 1,780availibility Now
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Unit 3606price $1,785square feet 1,780availibility Jun 30
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Unit 3612price $1,791square feet 1,780availibility Jul 29
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Unit 3120price $1,801square feet 1,732availibility Now
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Unit 3114price $1,816square feet 1,732availibility Jun 9
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Unit 3110price $1,801square feet 1,732availibility Aug 2
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Unit 2212price $1,881square feet 1,893availibility Now
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Unit 2220price $1,891square feet 1,893availibility Jun 28
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Unit 1909price $1,891square feet 1,893availibility Jun 28
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Unit 1018price $1,836square feet 1,450availibility Jun 3
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Unit 1008price $1,761square feet 1,450availibility Aug 1
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Unit 2101price $1,591square feet 1,448availibility Jun 13
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Unit 2414price $1,651square feet 1,448availibility Jun 17
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Unit 2116price $1,696square feet 1,448availibility Jun 19
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Unit 3403price $1,666square feet 1,391availibility Jul 17
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Unit 3511price $1,666square feet 1,391availibility Jul 30
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Unit 3420price $1,646square feet 1,391availibility Aug 28
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Unit 0606price $1,806square feet 1,600availibility Jul 22
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Unit 0603price $1,806square feet 1,600availibility Jul 30
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Unit 1603price $1,521square feet 1,284availibility Aug 5
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Unit 3119price $1,801square feet 1,732availibility Aug 5
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Unit 1913price $1,844square feet 1,893availibility Now
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Unit 2211price $1,769square feet 1,893availibility Jun 2
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Unit 2202price $1,844square feet 1,893availibility Jun 3
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Unit 1011price $1,659square feet 1,450availibility Jun 7
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Unit 1001price $1,659square feet 1,450availibility Jun 15
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Unit 0804price $1,624square feet 1,450availibility Aug 3
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Unit 3715price $1,709square feet 1,780availibility Jun 16
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Unit 3717price $1,714square feet 1,780availibility Jun 23
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Unit 3018price $1,744square feet 1,732availibility Jun 21
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Unit 0507price $1,923square feet 1,900availibility Jul 31
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Unit 0104price $1,898square feet 1,900availibility Aug 22
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Unit 3316price $1,320square feet 1,093availibility Now
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Unit 3804price $1,340square feet 1,093availibility Now
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Unit 3312price $1,333square feet 1,093availibility Jul 5
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Unit 1717price $1,460square feet 1,284availibility Now
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Unit 2020price $1,430square feet 1,284availibility Jul 2
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Unit 2005price $1,450square feet 1,284availibility Jul 10
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Unit 3605price $1,881square feet 1,780availibility Now
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Unit 3606price $1,785square feet 1,780availibility Jun 30
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Unit 3612price $1,791square feet 1,780availibility Jul 29
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Unit 3120price $1,801square feet 1,732availibility Now
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Unit 3114price $1,816square feet 1,732availibility Jun 9
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Unit 3110price $1,801square feet 1,732availibility Aug 2
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Unit 2212price $1,881square feet 1,893availibility Now
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Unit 2220price $1,891square feet 1,893availibility Jun 28
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Unit 1909price $1,891square feet 1,893availibility Jun 28
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Unit 1018price $1,836square feet 1,450availibility Jun 3
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Unit 1008price $1,761square feet 1,450availibility Aug 1
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Unit 2101price $1,591square feet 1,448availibility Jun 13
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Unit 2414price $1,651square feet 1,448availibility Jun 17
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Unit 2116price $1,696square feet 1,448availibility Jun 19
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Unit 3403price $1,666square feet 1,391availibility Jul 17
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Unit 3511price $1,666square feet 1,391availibility Jul 30
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Unit 3420price $1,646square feet 1,391availibility Aug 28
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Unit 0606price $1,806square feet 1,600availibility Jul 22
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Unit 0603price $1,806square feet 1,600availibility Jul 30
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Unit 1603price $1,521square feet 1,284availibility Aug 5
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Unit 3119price $1,801square feet 1,732availibility Aug 5
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Unit 1913price $1,844square feet 1,893availibility Now
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Unit 2211price $1,769square feet 1,893availibility Jun 2
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Unit 2202price $1,844square feet 1,893availibility Jun 3
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Unit 1011price $1,659square feet 1,450availibility Jun 7
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Unit 1001price $1,659square feet 1,450availibility Jun 15
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Unit 0804price $1,624square feet 1,450availibility Aug 3
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Unit 3715price $1,709square feet 1,780availibility Jun 16
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Unit 3717price $1,714square feet 1,780availibility Jun 23
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Unit 3018price $1,744square feet 1,732availibility Jun 21
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Unit 0507price $1,923square feet 1,900availibility Jul 31
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Unit 0104price $1,898square feet 1,900availibility Aug 22
Fees and Policies
The fees below are based on community-supplied data and may exclude additional fees and utilities. Use the Cost Calculator to add these fees to the base price.
- Monthly Utilities & Services
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Resident Utility ChargeMonthly fee covers Water, Valet Trash, liability waiver One bedroom = $124 Two bedroom = $139 Three bedroom = $149$124
- One-Time Move-In Fees
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Administrative Fee$200
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Application Fee$75
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Utility Set Up Fee$50
- Dogs Allowed
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Monthly pet rent$0
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One time Fee$300
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Pet deposit$0
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Weight limit--
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Pet Limit2
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Restrictions:Breed Restrictions
- Cats Allowed
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Monthly pet rent$0
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One time Fee$300
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Pet deposit$0
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Weight limit15 lb
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Pet Limit2
- Parking
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Surface Lot--1 Max
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Details
Lease Options
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Short term lease
Property Information
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Built in 1987
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517 units/2 stories
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About Retreat at Mountain Brook
The Retreat at Mountain Brook offers a unique mix of Southern charm and modern convenience. Nestled in a neighborhood like no other, its spacious apartment homes feature porches, stainless-steel appliances, walk-in closets and an abundance of storage. Its naturally wooded grounds with mature trees, walking paths, dog-friendly areas and a spectacular water feature provide a soothing backdrop for recharging and renewing at your very own retreat.
Retreat at Mountain Brook is an apartment community located in Jefferson County and the 35213 ZIP Code. This area is served by the Jefferson County attendance zone.
Unique Features
- Pet Park
- Wooded Views
- Electric Fireplaces
- Grilling Stations with Dining Terrace
- Play Ground
- Pool Side Outdoor Kitchen
- Salt-Water Pool
- Storage Closet
- Valet Trash
- Brushed Nickel Track Lighting
- Gated Entry
- Large Square Feet
- Spacious Closets
- Wi-Fi Available in Clubhouse and Pool Areas
- 1, 2 & 3 Bedroom Floor Plans
- 3 Salt Water Pools with Sundeck and Trellis
- Bark Park
- Designer Plank Flooring
- Patio with fenced in Yard
- Stainless Steel and Black Appliances
- Breakfast Bar
- Electric Vehicle Charging Stations
- Espresso Cabinetry
- Salt-Water Pools
- Sunrooms or Balconies
- Washer and Dryer Included
- Wired for AT&T U-verse
- 2 Tennis Courts
- Bonus Room and Den Options
- Community Garden
- Community Garden and Dog Park
Community Amenities
Pool
Laundry Facilities
Clubhouse
Controlled Access
Grill
Gated
Conference Rooms
24 Hour Access
Property Services
- Package Service
- Wi-Fi
- Laundry Facilities
- Controlled Access
- Maintenance on site
- Property Manager on Site
- 24 Hour Access
- Trash Pickup - Door to Door
- Renters Insurance Program
- Online Services
- Planned Social Activities
- Pet Play Area
- EV Charging
Shared Community
- Clubhouse
- Lounge
- Multi Use Room
- Breakfast/Coffee Concierge
- Storage Space
- Conference Rooms
- Walk-Up
Fitness & Recreation
- Pool
- Tennis Court
- Walking/Biking Trails
Outdoor Features
- Gated
- Sundeck
- Cabana
- Grill
- Picnic Area
- Dog Park
Apartment Features
Washer/Dryer
Air Conditioning
Dishwasher
High Speed Internet Access
Hardwood Floors
Walk-In Closets
Island Kitchen
Yard
Highlights
- High Speed Internet Access
- Wi-Fi
- Washer/Dryer
- Air Conditioning
- Heating
- Ceiling Fans
- Smoke Free
- Cable Ready
- Trash Compactor
- Storage Space
- Double Vanities
- Tub/Shower
- Fireplace
- Handrails
- Framed Mirrors
- Wheelchair Accessible (Rooms)
Kitchen Features & Appliances
- Dishwasher
- Disposal
- Ice Maker
- Stainless Steel Appliances
- Pantry
- Island Kitchen
- Eat-in Kitchen
- Kitchen
- Microwave
- Oven
- Range
- Refrigerator
- Freezer
- Breakfast Nook
Model Details
- Hardwood Floors
- Carpet
- Tile Floors
- Vinyl Flooring
- Dining Room
- Family Room
- Office
- Den
- Sunroom
- Built-In Bookshelves
- Vaulted Ceiling
- Views
- Walk-In Closets
- Linen Closet
- Double Pane Windows
- Window Coverings
- Balcony
- Patio
- Porch
- Deck
- Yard
- Lawn
- Garden
- Package Service
- Wi-Fi
- Laundry Facilities
- Controlled Access
- Maintenance on site
- Property Manager on Site
- 24 Hour Access
- Trash Pickup - Door to Door
- Renters Insurance Program
- Online Services
- Planned Social Activities
- Pet Play Area
- EV Charging
- Clubhouse
- Lounge
- Multi Use Room
- Breakfast/Coffee Concierge
- Storage Space
- Conference Rooms
- Walk-Up
- Gated
- Sundeck
- Cabana
- Grill
- Picnic Area
- Dog Park
- Pool
- Tennis Court
- Walking/Biking Trails
- Pet Park
- Wooded Views
- Electric Fireplaces
- Grilling Stations with Dining Terrace
- Play Ground
- Pool Side Outdoor Kitchen
- Salt-Water Pool
- Storage Closet
- Valet Trash
- Brushed Nickel Track Lighting
- Gated Entry
- Large Square Feet
- Spacious Closets
- Wi-Fi Available in Clubhouse and Pool Areas
- 1, 2 & 3 Bedroom Floor Plans
- 3 Salt Water Pools with Sundeck and Trellis
- Bark Park
- Designer Plank Flooring
- Patio with fenced in Yard
- Stainless Steel and Black Appliances
- Breakfast Bar
- Electric Vehicle Charging Stations
- Espresso Cabinetry
- Salt-Water Pools
- Sunrooms or Balconies
- Washer and Dryer Included
- Wired for AT&T U-verse
- 2 Tennis Courts
- Bonus Room and Den Options
- Community Garden
- Community Garden and Dog Park
- High Speed Internet Access
- Wi-Fi
- Washer/Dryer
- Air Conditioning
- Heating
- Ceiling Fans
- Smoke Free
- Cable Ready
- Trash Compactor
- Storage Space
- Double Vanities
- Tub/Shower
- Fireplace
- Handrails
- Framed Mirrors
- Wheelchair Accessible (Rooms)
- Dishwasher
- Disposal
- Ice Maker
- Stainless Steel Appliances
- Pantry
- Island Kitchen
- Eat-in Kitchen
- Kitchen
- Microwave
- Oven
- Range
- Refrigerator
- Freezer
- Breakfast Nook
- Hardwood Floors
- Carpet
- Tile Floors
- Vinyl Flooring
- Dining Room
- Family Room
- Office
- Den
- Sunroom
- Built-In Bookshelves
- Vaulted Ceiling
- Views
- Walk-In Closets
- Linen Closet
- Double Pane Windows
- Window Coverings
- Balcony
- Patio
- Porch
- Deck
- Yard
- Lawn
- Garden
| Monday | 10am - 6pm |
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| Tuesday | 10am - 6pm |
| Wednesday | 10am - 6pm |
| Thursday | 10am - 6pm |
| Friday | 10am - 6pm |
| Saturday | 10am - 5pm |
| Sunday | Closed |
Located just three miles southeast of Birmingham, Mountain Brook is an upscale suburb that offers a small-town feel wrapped in luxury and charm. Predominantly a residential area, Mountain Brook is known for its excellent school system and its strong sense of community.
Mountain Brook residents enjoy a tranquil environment on the cusp of all that Downtown Birmingham has to offer. Destinations such as the Birmingham Zoo, Birmingham Botanical Gardens, Vulcan Park and Museum, and the Summit Birmingham Shopping Center are all within a few short minutes of Mountain Brook. Convenient access to I-459, U.S. 280, I-20, and U.S. 78 as well as Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport allows for simple commutes and travels from Mountain Brook.
Learn more about living in Mountain Brook| Colleges & Universities | Distance | ||
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| Colleges & Universities | Distance | ||
| Drive: | 15 min | 7.6 mi | |
| Drive: | 17 min | 7.7 mi | |
| Drive: | 18 min | 8.5 mi | |
| Drive: | 19 min | 11.3 mi |
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Property Ratings at Retreat at Mountain Brook
One of the staff went above and beyond, providing great customer service. He was very helpful and friendly. I haven’t had any issues so far with this apartment.
Property Manager at Retreat at Mountain Brook, Responded To This Review
We're thrilled to hear that our staff made such a positive impression on you. Providing excellent customer service is a top priority for us, and it's great to know we're succeeding. Thank you for your feedback and for choosing to make our apartment your home.
I haven't had issues until now. Honestly, I enjoy living here for the most part. But I felt this particular experience needed to be shared: About a month ago, the power went out in my room and closet (all outlets and the overhead light). I promptly filed a service request, and someone came to fix the problem. He told me that if it happens again, to unplug everything on the back wall of my roommate's room. I work from home. My office is in my room. My power in my room is critical for me to do my job. Not only did we go hours upon hours without power last week due to a tree falling, but as soon as I turned on my computer to work on Friday morning, my entire room's power shut off yet again. I quickly filed another service request and marked it as urgent. When I didn't hear anything by noon, I called the office. I was told someone would be by that day. No one came. I called the office again at 5 (office closes at 6 on Fridays) and no one answered. I left a voicemail, once again asking for some semblance of a sense of urgency so I don't have to spend my weekend using a flashlight in my room. I received a call back within an hour, saying someone would come to my apartment the next morning to resolve the issue. I asked if I needed to be here, and he said I did not. I spent the night at my fiance's house and returned at around noon to find that no one had been there. I visited the office. I was told again that someone would be coming soon. I returned around 4 pm, and the issue was still unresolved. I was told the worker that had my key wasn't here, so I kindly offered to leave my door unlocked, and I was assured that someone would be coming right away. Still, no one came. My power randomly cut back on Sunday morning while I was sleeping. Maintenance didn't come until Monday morning, so my room went the whole weekend without power before they bothered to fix it. If it hadn't miraculously cut back on, it would've been three whole days. I emailed the office and asked to speak with a manager. I wanted to discuss this and make sure nothing like it would happen again. I was told I would receive a phone call. I never did. I get it. Being a landlord is hard. I 100% sympathize with property owners and the millions of concerns they have to juggle. But a phone call would've been nice.
I love this apartment complex. The buildings are older, but you'd never guess that based on first glance. After some time living here, you can tell a little bit more (e.g. loud AC unit), but management has done a great job with upkeep and renovations. Maintenance is fast and responsive, usually out within 2 days of a request. I do have a small bug problem, which is to be expected with the age of the building and the proximity to the woods (a must-have for me), and it's nothing outrageous that a can of bug spray hasn't fixed. They do have regular pest control and I assume that helps. The extra fees on top of rent include valet trash (a major amenity for someone who used to walk half a mile to a dumpster) and water (which is much more expensive for homeowners) and is based on which style apartment you get. Dylan in the office is always very friendly and helpful when I've called, even about frivolous things. This complex seems more expensive, compared to smaller, older apartments with no appliances and amenities, but you get what you pay for. The security gates (as of now) do not work, but unlike many places in the same situation, there is a guard on duty 24/7 to stop cars without a sticker to get their information (although some guards are more vigilant than others). The saltwater pools and other amenities are wonderful and well-maintained, although the gym gets pretty crowded if you're an after work gym-goer. This is a relatively quiet community, and parking here is a dream for a big city like Birmingham. The final thing that I will mention is the drive into the city. There is no need to get on the interstate or highway 280 (a traffic nightmare 90% of the time) and rush hour adds maybe 5 minutes to my commute (to UAB). I will say, not too far away is an area with relatively high crime, but you could say that about any apartment complex in Birmingham, and this property is technically in Irondale, not Mountain Brook. That being said, I have not once felt unsafe here, and I am an incredibly skittish person. I can not recommend this place enough, based on the modern style apartment, the big patios, the location, and the complex as a whole.
Absolutely scandalous to put things briefly. The way this apartment lied to my parents after the hell they put us through (UNANSWERED emergency security calls, flea infestation and improper cleaning when we first moved in, lies about the cost of breaking lease, and now a 600 dollar cleaning fee to replace carpet that was "too soiled" in the home of a nurse and retired veteran) is just too much to comprehend. I'm going in Saturday to pay the fees they assessed because my mom is afraid to fight back too hard because financial legal matters could adversely affect her NP license, but I want to say in a public forum how horrible and outrageous this experience has been. They rented for TWO years, dealt with countless move ins and move outs of neighbors, 2 and 3 am parties and loud sex sessions from discourteous upstairs neighbors, some sort of beeping fire alarm in the hallway that would often sound for days (on the outside wall of their living room), the promise of a gated community that was an absolute lie as the gate didn't work for the duration of their stay accepting 1 two week period in which everyone had to purchase new keys for a gate that then didn't work, and then, when they decide to leave after speaking NUMEROUS times with the office about cost associated with moving out, they get slapped with an additional 2200 dollars for cleaning and a month charge for breaking lease. This breaking lease charge was assigned after they gave 60 days notice because the office said that 60 days notice would be sufficient to not incur further cost. This was agreed upon despite the apartment no longer being suitable for my stepdad who dialyzes three times weekly and can barely walk, much less walk that parking lot (there was rarely parking available near as seemingly everyone was hosting parties). I'm so saddened and angry to see my parents taken in this way.
I'd give zero stars if I could. The rent is well above anything in the area. The staff is rude. The apartments are old, the walls are paper thin. You are forced into paying an additional $100 a month over the already high rent for 'sanitation and water' which is included almost anywhere else. STAY AWAY!
I love my apartment, the space is better than I could have hoped for. The closets are humongous and the storage is ample. Every time I turn around there is another closet I forgot I had! The staff at The Retreat at Mountain Brook is so awesome. They are so attentive and responsive to my every need, believe me I have many! I love to jog around the community and meeting the many residents who are also jogging with their dogs! The Retreat also hosts many gatherings and I love going there to meet new friends while eating and drinking great food and wonderful spirits! A renovation done right and a great team of people to make me feel comfortable and content in my home! Thanks Retreat Team #happyresident
Property Manager at Retreat at Mountain Brook, Responded To This Review
We are so happy to hear such wonderful feedback! As always, thank you for your current and future residency! Thank you, Natausha Oakes- Community Manager
THE APARTMENTS I LIVE IN ARE THE BEST!!!! THE STAFF IS GREAT, AND MAINTENANCE RESPONDS TO REQUEST THE SAME DAY. THE ONLY THING I DON'T LIKE IS IT HAS LOTS OF SPIDERS OUTSIDE AND STRAY CATS. IF YOU CAN LOOK PAST THE CATS AND SPIDERS YOU CAN CALL THIS HOME ALSO.
Property Manager at Retreat at Mountain Brook, Responded To This Review
We are so happy to hear such wonderful feedback about our team and our community! Please note that we have expanded our Team and now have many more hands available to assist with keeping the property as beautiful as possible! I hope you can notice the improvements thus far and will see the substantial improvements in the future! Also, we are working with the Human Society to address the concern with the kittens. We hope to have it resolved quickly. As always, thank you for your current and future residency! Thank you, Natausha Oakes- Community Manager
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1600 Sharpsburg Cir
Mountain Brook, AL 35213