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The Retreat at

$1,824 – $2,877/mo

21 Austen Way, Marlborough, MA, 01752

What floor plans are available at The Retreat at?

The Retreat at currently lists 4 floor plans across 23 available units, starting at $1,824/mo. Prices checked October 2, 2026.

One Bedroom One Bath

Starting at $1,824

874 Sq Ft

15 available unitsPriceSq ftAvailableOpen unit
51D$2,180874Jul 27
10J$1,843874Jul 29
31D$1,824874Aug 7
10C$2,123874Sep 8
61D$2,163874Sep 8
83C$2,160874Sep 18
71E$2,071874Oct 6
33J$2,011874Oct 7
52C$1,996874Oct 20
81C$2,186874Nov 4
80C$2,161874Nov 9
73C$2,176874Nov 16
72C$2,371874Nov 16
71C$2,186874Nov 23
71D$2,116874Dec 11

Two Bedroom One Bath

Starting at $2,411

1,097 Sq Ft

2 available unitsPriceSq ftAvailableOpen unit
32D$2,4351,097Jul 27
12D$2,4111,097Sep 1

Two Bedroom Two Bath

Starting at $2,555

1,132 Sq Ft

4 available unitsPriceSq ftAvailableOpen unit
73G$2,6341,132Sep 7
32L$2,7751,132Oct 19
21G$2,5551,132Nov 12
33A$2,6191,132Dec 15

Two Bedroom Two Bath

Starting at $2,560

1,177 Sq Ft

2 available unitsPriceSq ftAvailableOpen unit
23D$2,8771,177Sep 8
63F$2,5601,177Nov 11

What are the fees and lease terms at The Retreat at?

Rent at The Retreat at is $1,824 – $2,877 per month. Monthly fees include Common Area/Clubhouse Rental, Intra-Community Transfer Fee, and Month-to-Month Fee. Due at signing: Security Deposit (Refundable) ($500). The earliest listed move-in is Jul 27. Prices checked October 2, 2026.

  • Rent

    $1,824 – $2,877/mo
  • Earliest move-in

    Jul 27

Monthly fees

Common Area/Clubhouse Rental

$500/mo

Intra-Community Transfer Fee

$1,000/mo

Month-to-Month Fee

$1,000/mo

Parking - Covered

$50/mo

Parking - Garage

$175/mo

Pet Rent

$65/mo

Positive Credit Reporting Services

$6.95/mo

Renters Liability/Content - Property Program

$18.75/mo

Storage Space Rental

$50/mo

Due at signing

Security Deposit (Refundable)

$500

What amenities does The Retreat at have?

The Retreat at lists 16 amenities, including a gym, a pool, and pet-friendly spaces.

  • 24-Hour Fitness Gym

  • Air Conditioning

  • Clubhouse

  • Dishwasher

  • Dog Park

  • Fitness Center

  • Garage Parking

  • Grilling Station

  • Media Lounge

  • Package Receiving

  • Patio/Balcony

  • Pet Friendly

  • Resort-Style Pool

  • Smoke Free

  • Swimming Pool

  • Washer/Dryer


What do the amenities at The Retreat at look like?

  • Pool
    2 photos
  • Game room
    3 photos

Where is The Retreat at?

The Retreat at is at 21 Austen Way, Marlborough, MA, 01752.

21 Austen Way, Marlborough, MA, 01752


Residents give The Retreat at a C grade (about 3.7 out of 5) from 100+ reviews. The Retreat offers spacious apartments with convenient in-unit laundry in a peaceful, forested location near shopping and dining. However, residents report significant challenges with maintenance responsiveness, water damage and mold issues, inconsistent management communication, and high fees relative to service quality.

3.70 · 100+ reviews
Overall rating
Positive
Mixed
Neutral
Negative
Management3.1
Maintenance3.3
Amenities and Shared Spaces2.7
Building Quality1.9
Location2.7

The Retreat offers spacious apartments with convenient in-unit laundry in a peaceful, forested location near shopping and dining. However, residents report significant challenges with maintenance responsiveness, water damage and mold issues, inconsistent management communication, and high fees relative to service quality. While some maintenance staff members receive praise for responsiveness, systemic issues with work order completion, lengthy repair timelines, and management turnover create frustration among many residents.

Management responsiveness is inconsistent, with recurring complaints about slow communication, delayed maintenance requests, and unresponsive office staff, though some residents report positive experiences with attentive management and maintenance teams. Common issues include delayed responses to calls and emails, slow processing of administrative requests (lease updates, pet removals, security deposits), and maintenance work orders taking weeks to complete. However, several residents praise specific staff members for professionalism and prompt service, and some note improvements under current management with property renovations and investments.

Maintenance experiences at this property are highly polarized. Positive reviews consistently praise individual maintenance staff members for responsiveness, professionalism, and timely repairs, particularly for HVAC, plumbing, and appliance issues. However, negative reviews report significant delays in work order completion (weeks to months), work orders marked complete without repairs being performed, lack of communication about repair timelines, and concerns about access protocols. Common issues include unresolved leaks, HVAC failures, and appliance repairs that require multiple service attempts.

Residents report mixed experiences with amenities and shared spaces. Positive feedback highlights in-unit laundry, pools, gyms, theaters, and well-maintained grounds and parking. However, recurring concerns include package room disorganization and delivery tracking issues, gym equipment limitations, common area cleanliness problems, trash accumulation, and inconsistent maintenance responsiveness for facility upkeep.

Residents report persistent building maintenance issues including water leaks, mold, and pest problems that often go unresolved for extended periods. Common complaints include unresponsive management, delayed maintenance responses, poor common area cleanliness, and noise concerns. A small number of residents praise the property's amenities, location, and friendly staff, though these positive experiences are significantly outweighed by reports of structural and operational deficiencies.

The property offers a convenient location near shopping, restaurants, and downtown areas while maintaining a quiet, forested setting away from urban density. Residents consistently praise proximity to highways and retail access, though the lack of elevators and distance to trash facilities present logistical challenges for upper-floor residents. Parking is generally described as ample and convenient, with nearby amenities including a mall and major retailers within short driving distance.


Is The Retreat at walkable?

The Retreat at is car-dependent and biking is not bikeable.

WALK

Car-Dependent

BIKE

Not Bikeable


What is The Retreat at like?

Tranquility abounds at The Retreat at Marlborough, where the lush natural environment surrounds you and the convenience of modern living comforts you. Our open floor plans give you room to breathe while modern renovated finishes make everything easier.

Tranquility abounds at The Retreat at Marlborough, where the lush natural environment surrounds you and the convenience of modern living comforts you. Our open floor plans give you room to breathe while modern renovated finishes make everything easier. Get a taste of true bliss by our heated resort-style pool and wind down with a flick in our movie theatre room. With apartments for rent located minutes from Marlborough, MA and down the road from convenient shopping, residents have access to anything they need so they can get back to relaxing


How big is The Retreat at?

The Retreat at is a 274-unit garden.

  • Building

    Apartment · Garden
  • Total units

    274

What schools are near The Retreat at?

Crossroad School is 0.8 miles from The Retreat at. 10 schools are listed nearby.

SchoolTypeLevelDistance

Crossroad School

Private · High
PrivateHigh0.8 mi

New England Innovation Academy

Private · High
PrivateHigh0.9 mi

Kid's Quarters

Private · Preschool
PrivatePreschool1.5 mi

The Cottage Childrens Center

Private · Elementary
PrivateElementary1.9 mi

Happy Hours Pre-School

Private · Preschool
PrivatePreschool1.9 mi

Bright Horizons Child Care Center-Waltham

Private · Preschool
PrivatePreschool2.0 mi

Richer Elementary School

Public · Elementary
PublicElementary2.1 mi

Goodnow Brothers Elementary School

Public · Elementary
PublicElementary2.1 mi

Bright Horizons Childrens Center

Private · Elementary
PrivateElementary2.1 mi

1 Lt Charles W. Whitcomb School

Public · Middle
PublicMiddle2.1 mi

How do I contact The Retreat at?

The Retreat at is managed by Greystar. Call 508-787-1030 to tour or ask about availability.