Choosing off-campus housing near the University of Arkansas involves sorting through a long list of details all at once, from how close the property is to campus to what the apartments include and how day-to-day living works once move-in is over. This FAQ page combines all these details into one place so future residents, parents, and guarantors can get a clear idea of what to expect at The Retreat at Fayetteville. It covers the questions that tend to matter most before signing, including floor plans, furniture packages, amenities, parking, pet policies, maintenance support, and leasing details.
The Retreat at Fayetteville is a close-to-campus option for people looking at apartments near the University of Arkansas with a setup that combine cottage-style layouts, furnished interiors, and amenity spaces built around both study time and downtime. The questions below are organized to make the search process easier to navigate and compare, whether the focus is commute distance, private bedroom options, parking, or everyday convenience in Fayetteville.
1. Location & Proximity
The Retreat at Fayetteville is 0.1 miles from the University of Arkansas, which keeps campus close for classes, events, and day-to-day routines. The location works well for residents who want to stay near UArk while also keeping the rest of Fayetteville within easy reach.
The property is close to several campus destinations that residents may visit often, including:
- Donald W. Reynolds Razorback Stadium: 0.4 miles
- Baum-Walker Stadium: 0.5 miles
- HPER Building / UREC: 0.7 miles
- Arkansas Union: 0.9 miles
- David W. Mullins Library: 1 mile
- Old Main: 1 mile
- Kimpel Hall: 1.1 miles
- Sam M. Walton College of Business: 1.2 miles
- Bell Engineering Center: 1.2 miles
- Faulkner Performing Arts Center: 1.3 miles
- Pat Walker Health Center: 1.3 miles
- Leflar Law Center: 1.4 miles
- Bud Walton Arena: 1.8 miles
Nearby dining options include 7 Brew Coffee, Tropical Smoothie Cafe, Wingstop, Ginger Rice and Noodle Bar, and Chick-fil-A. That gives residents a convenient mix of coffee, quick meals, and casual dining close to home.
Nearby shopping includes Walmart Supercenter and The Stadium Shoppe on Razorback. These spots are useful for groceries, apartment essentials, Razorback gear, and day-to-day errands without going far from home.
Nearby exercise and recreation options include Fayetteville Traverse and Tsa-La-Gi Trail for outdoor activity close to the property. Residents are also near HPER and UREC on campus, along with Kessler Mountain Regional Park and Lake Fayetteville for more time outside.
The Retreat at Fayetteville is close to both campus landmarks and Fayetteville destinations for weekends, outings, and entertainment. Nearby spots include Baum-Walker Stadium, Razorback Field, JJ’s Live, Dickson Street, Walton Arts Center, Downtown Fayetteville Square, and several outdoor destinations around the area.
2. Floor Plans, Finishes, & Furniture Packages
The Retreat at Fayetteville offers two-bedroom, four-bedroom, and five-bedroom apartments. The floor plan mix includes larger shared layouts as well as smaller roommate setups, so residents can choose the arrangement that fits how they want to live.
Yes. Each of The Retreat at Fayetteville’s floor plans features private bedrooms and bathrooms, with select units even including a guest half-bath for enhanced privacy.
The common area furniture package includes a 50-inch smart TV, a coffee table, barstools, an entertainment table, a sofa, a chair, and a side table. In the Woodbury Flats, Woodbury Townhomes, Baldwins, Cloverhursts, and Callahans floor plans, the dining area also includes a dining table with four chairs. Bedroom furniture includes a queen bed, desk with chair, bedside table, and dresser.
Apartment interiors include decorator cabinets, quartz countertops, and stainless steel appliances, including a refrigerator, stove, microwave, and dishwasher. The overall finish package leans more polished than basic, with details that support both everyday use and a more finished look.
Yes. Every apartment includes an in-unit washer and dryer.
Select apartments include balconies, private bedroom balconies, walk-in closets, and smart TVs in the living room. These details vary by layout, so exact features depend on the floor plan selected.
Yes. Bedrooms are individually keyed, which gives each resident their own secured bedroom space within the apartment.
Yes. High-speed WiFi is available throughout the property. Cable is also included.
The apartment setup combines furnished interiors, larger shared layouts, private bedroom options, quartz countertops, stainless steel appliances, and in-unit laundry. The cottage-style format also gives this property a different feel from more conventional apartment buildings near campus.
3. Amenities & Social Programming
The Retreat at Fayetteville includes an internet café, academic lounge, computer lab, and both large and small group study rooms. That gives residents several options for solo work, project meetings, and more in-depth study sessions outside their apartment.
Yes. The property has a two-story fitness center with cardio and strength equipment, along with wellness-focused features like a sauna and tanning salon. Equipment includes treadmills, ellipticals, stair climbers, spin bikes, strength machines, cable machines, a power rack, free weights, and benches.
Yes. The Retreat at Fayetteville has a zero-edge entry pool with a tanning shelf, along with a hot tub.
Outdoor amenities include cabanas, hammocks, bocce ball, grilling areas, a fire pit, a putting green, and a dog park. The property also features a Jumbotron, which gives the outdoor amenity areas a more social, game-day-friendly feel.
Shared social spaces include a 24/7 access clubhouse, a gameroom, a sports simulator, and on-site retail. These spaces give residents room to hang out, host friends, or take a break without needing to leave the property.
Yes. Resident programming is built around the P.A.W.S. model, which focuses on philanthropic, academic, wellness, and social engagement. The event calendar is designed to create more ways for residents to connect and stay involved beyond the apartment itself. Examples of resident events include holiday-themed parties, giveaways, and events centered around free food, drinks, and merchandise.
4. Management, Maintenance, & Security
Yes. The Retreat at Fayetteville has an on-site management team available to help with leasing questions, day-to-day concerns, and general support around the property.
Maintenance support is available on-site, so residents have a straightforward way to report issues and get help when something in the apartment needs attention. Residents should submit all maintenance requests either through the online resident portal (preferred) or in person through the leasing office.
Yes. Residents can contact the on-site team for lease questions, maintenance requests, package-related questions, and general day-to-day support.
The Retreat at Fayetteville includes FOB-controlled building access, ButterflyMX-controlled access at the parking garage for residents and guests, individually locking bedrooms within each unit, and an on-site security guard from Thursday through Sunday nights. Together, these features support more controlled access across the property and peace of mind during the week.
Yes. The parking garage uses ButterflyMX-controlled access for residents and guests. That adds another layer of access control for people entering and leaving the garage.
Yes. The Retreat at Fayetteville has an on-site security guard from Thursday through Sunday nights. That adds an extra security presence during those higher-risk evening periods.
5. Parking & Transportation
Yes. The Retreat at Fayetteville offers both garage parking and surface parking. Parking is assigned on a first-come, first-served basis, and a waitlist is available if spaces are full. Guest parking is also available.
Garage parking is $50 per month, and surface parking is $55 per month.
Yes. Guest parking is available at the property.
Yes. Select floor plans at The Retreat at Fayetteville include private attached garages. That gives some residents a more direct parking setup connected to their apartment, while others may choose surface parking or parking in the four-story parking deck.
Parking is assigned on a first-come, first-served basis rather than being automatically reserved with every apartment. A waitlist is available if parking spaces are full.
6. General Leasing Information
Yes. The Retreat at Fayetteville offers individual housing contracts, which means each resident is responsible for their own contract and monthly installment. That also means one roommate is not responsible if another roommate misses a payment, transfers, or graduates.
Monthly installments are set up as a flat rate for each room rather than one shared payment for the full apartment. That monthly amount includes the bedroom, private bathroom setup, furniture, cable and internet, water and sewer, access to amenities, on-site management, and 24-hour emergency maintenance, and is primarily paid online through the resident portal, by check, or money order.
Monthly installments are due on the first day of each month. There is a grace period until 9:00 a.m. on the fourth day of the month before a payment is considered late.
Roommate matching is handled through RoomSync. Residents can use the app to match based on lifestyle preferences such as cleanliness, study habits, sleep schedules, and other compatibility factors. RoomSync also includes gender-inclusive tools and takes service and emotional support animal considerations into account during matching.
Future residents can complete the online application through the application link at the top of this page, and the leasing team can help with questions about availability, floor plans, and next steps.
Residents are required to carry $100,000 in liability coverage for damage to the landlord’s property during the lease term. Residents can provide proof of their own policy before move-in or be automatically enrolled in the Landlord Liability Protection Program. This coverage is not personal property coverage, so anyone who wants protection for belongings or broader personal liability should secure that separately.
Yes. The Retreat at Fayetteville offers a housing contract assignment process. Residents who need to explore that option should contact the leasing office for current steps, timing, and fees.
No. The Retreat at Fayetteville is a privately managed off-campus housing property and is not affiliated with the University of Arkansas.
The Retreat at Fayetteville is located at:
1369 W Stadium Dr
Fayetteville, AR 72701