Life At The Retreat at Lakeland
Apartments in Lakeland
- Monday 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM
- Tuesday 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM
- Wednesday 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM
- Thursday 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM
- Friday 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM
- Saturday 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Live it. Love it.™ at The Retreat at Lakeland in Lakeland, FL!
Welcome to the Retreat that enhances all lifestyles. Located in the exclusive 33809 zip code, The Retreat at Lakeland is an unmatched community offering six 1, 2, and 3-bedroom floor plan layouts with beautiful finishes and designs.
Each upgraded residence extends hallmarks that make a home a home, such as cozy wood-burning fireplaces, stylish ceiling fans, full-size washers and dryers, Venetian blinds, and whirlpool bathtubs. There is even a screened-in patio or balcony perfect for relaxation.
The community has an exciting amenity package that includes two sparkling pools with an expansive sundeck, a state-of-the-art fitness center, a bark park, a modern playground, and an illuminated tennis court and pickleball court with no shortage of things to do.
The Retreat at Lakeland is located on N Socrum Loop Road, providing convenient access to I-4 with various exciting dining, shopping, and entertainment options nearby.
Plus, our community members enjoy the benefits of Venterra Living. We’re committed to delivering a world-class living experience and professional on-site management teams.
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Close to I-4
Enjoy quick and easy access to and from I-4 with access right outside the community.
Large Pets Accepted
We welcome large dogs, but please review our FAQs for breed restrictions.
Screened-In Patio
Enjoy the open air-without all the bugs with a screened-in patio.
SMARTHOME
Manage your apartment from your phone with SMARTHOME Technology, including smart door lock, thermostat, and plug!
Touch-Free SMARTPACKAGE Lockers
Packages are delivered and stored in our smart package lockers until you pick them up, any time, 24/7.
The City of Lakeland, Florida, located conveniently along Interstate 4 just 35 miles east of Tampa, is a bustling town and the home of Florida Southern College. The college campus is famous for its collection of Frank Lloyd Wright architecture -- the largest on-site collection. Lakeland is also home to the Polk Museum of Art, one of the top museums in Florida. The Lakeland Center hosts a variety of events and live performances, including music concerts by acts like Led Zeppelin, Frankie Avalon, and BJ Thomas. The Florida Air Museum will inspire plane enthusiasts. The area's many lakes offer an abundance of walking, running, biking, and blading opportunities. Lake Mirror Park has an amphitheater, pedestrian walkways, a historic promenade, and the stunning Hollis Garden. Lake Hollingsworth covers 350 acres and is popular for boating. The Lake-to-Lake Trail will quickly become one of your favorite destinations.

Just Outside Your Doors
- Dining
- Ford's Garage Lakeland
- First Watch
- Smokey Bones
- Hibachi Express
- Tapatio's Restaurante Mexicano
- Groceries
- Publix
- Winn-Dixie
- ALDI
- Food Universe Marketplace
- Asian Food Mart
- Entertainment
- Central Florida Paintball
- Safari Wilderness
- Publix Field at Joker Marchant Stadium
- Explorations V Children's Museum
- Lakeland Ice Arena
- Parks
- Lake Parker Park
- Holloway Park
- Webster Park
- Lake Crago Recreational Center
- Douglas M. Cook Park
- Shopping
- Lakeland Square Mall
- Barclay Place Shopping Center
- Market Square Shopping Center
- Shoppes of Lakeland
- Target
- Schools
- North Lakeland Elementary School
- Lake Gibson Middle School
- Lake Gibson Senior High School
- McKeel Elementary Academy, PK-6 Public Charter
- McKeel Elementary Academy, PK-6 Public Charter
- Employers
- Publix
- Lakeland Regional Health
- GEICO
- Amazon
- Southeastern University
Desired Move-in Date
1 Bedroom
2 Bedroom
3 Bedroom
All pricing and availability is subject to change at a moment's notice. Please contact us to discuss more details.
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Meet The Experience Leaders
A World-Class Living Experience
Our goal is to provide a world-class living experience. To do that, we staff our communities with people who genuinely care about our residents, who are impassioned about leading their team to success, who are empowered to do the right thing, who embody our Core Values, and who champion the promise to provide the best experience possible. Meet the team of people who are here for you and guarantee you will Live it. Love it.™
Danielle Owens
Community Manager, Experience Leader
Erin Krohne
Regional Contact
Resident Benefits
Benefits of being a Venterra resident
We care more, and it shows! Once you’re a resident with Venterra, you’re family. Your happiness is our goal and we take pride in finding ways to improve your living experience. We know that to serve you best we must first understand your needs and the life changing and stressful events that result in a move to begin with; like: marriage, divorce, new job, death, college, babies, love, etc. Our strength is recognizing these underlying stressors and providing a community and home that will be peaceful, comfortable, and fun. Live it. Love it.™

WOW Matters
We care more. We listen better. We will WOW You. Once we get to know you, be prepared to be WOW’d. Our dedicated team of Experience Leader and Experience Makers know how to listen for even your unspoken needs and will go out of their way to personalize your experience at Venterra. See for yourself: WowMatters.VenterraLiving.com.

Top Rated
We are proud to be recognized as one of ApartmentRatings.com Top Rated Award recipients. Only 5% of apartment communities in the US qualify for this award.

SMARTHUB™
Mobile Payments • Mobile Service Request Management • Mobile Feedback
Let’s face it – things happen. When things happen, Be Smart. The Venterra SMARTHUB™ puts everything you need at your fingertips. You can pay rent, submit maintenance requests, voice concerns, and stay updated all in one spot. If you’re not already enrolled, ENROLL TODAY!