The Drake

1355 17th St NW, Washington, DC 20036

Last Updated: 1 Day Ago
(3)
Monthly Rent
$2,650 - $3,250
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Bedrooms
1 Bed
Bathrooms
1 Bath

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Pricing and Floor Plans

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Jr. 1BR

$2,650 - $3,250
1 Bed, 1 Bath
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4 Available Units
Unit
Price
Sq. Ft.
Available
724
$3,250
Now
520
$3,000
Oct. 1
302
$2,650
Oct. 15
205
$2,725
Nov. 1
* Price shown is base rent. Excludes user-selected optional fees and variable or usage-based fees and required charges due at or prior to move-in or at move-out. Price, availability, fees, and any applicable rent special are subject to change without notice. * Square footage definitions vary. Displayed square footage is approximate.

Details

Lease Term Options

  • 12 mo

Property Information

  • Built in 2014
  • 215 units9 stories

Fees & Policies

The fees below are based on community-supplied data and may exclude additional fees and utilities.

One-Time Basics

Due at Application

  • Application Fee Per Applicant
    $52

Due at Move-In

  • Administrative Fee
    $500

Property Fee Disclaimer: Based on community-supplied data and independent market research. Subject to change without notice. May exclude fees for mandatory or optional services and usage-based utilities.

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Property Highlights

  • 24 Hour Emergency Maintenance Service
  • All Utilities Included
  • Bike Storage
  • Coffee and tea service
  • Conference room
  • Controlled access entry
  • Custom cabinets and closets
  • Dry-cleaning pick up
  • Energy efficient VRF heating and A/C units
  • Front Desk
  • Front desk services
  • Gourmet grilling stations
  • On-line rental payment option
  • On-site maintenance with 24 hour emergency service
  • On-site Management
  • Package receiving
  • Personal storage units
  • Private dining room
  • Private dining room with gourmet kitchen
  • Red oak floors

Apartment Features

  • Air Conditioning
  • Deck
  • Dining Room
  • Dishwasher
  • Heating
  • Kitchen
  • Office
  • Smoke Free
  • Stainless Steel Appliances
  • Storage Space

Community Features

  • Bicycle Storage
  • Business Center
  • Conference Rooms
  • Controlled Access
  • Dry Cleaning Service
  • Fitness Center
  • Garages
  • Maintenance on site
  • Short Term Lease
  • Utilities Included

Map of The Drake

Area Scores

Walkability

Exceptionally walkable

Transit

Exceptional public transit

Driveability

Somewhat drivable

Bikeability

Exceptionally bikeable

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Soundscore

Busy

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Transit

Subway

1 min Drive

Red Line - Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority Metrorail (Metrorail) WMATA

Subway

2 min Drive

Red Line - Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority Metrorail (Metrorail) WMATA

Subway

2 min Drive

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Subway

3 min Drive

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Commuter Rail

5 min Drive

Commuter Rail

5 min Drive

Virginia Railway Express

Airport

Ronald Reagan Washington Ntl

11 min Drive

DCA

Airport

Washington Dulles International

43 min Drive

Washington Dulles International

Airport

Baltimore/Washington International Thurgood Marshall

48 min Drive

Baltimore-Washington International

Moving to Dupont Circle, Washington, DC

Commuting

With top-notch public transportation and a TransitScore of 100, Dupont Circle is exceptional public transit. Within 4.3 miles of The Drake, you’ll find Dupont Circle, Farragut North, and Farragut West.

Parks and Recreation

Recreational activities near The Drake are plentiful. Discover 5 parks within 1.5 miles, including National Geographic Museum, Mary McLeod Bethune Council House NHS, and Carter G. Woodson Home National Historic Site.

Airports

Living in Dupont Circle provides easy access to Ronald Reagan Washington Ntl, located just 10 minutes from The Drake. Another nearby airport is Washington Dulles International, located 26.8 miles away.

Local Education

Primary and Secondary Schools

GreatSchools rating: 9 out of 10

Ross Elementary School

Grades PK-5

Public

Not rated

Shaw Middle School @ Garnet-Patterson

Grades 6-8

Public

Not rated

St. Augustine School

Grades PK-8

Private

GreatSchools rating: 7 out of 10

John Francis Education Campus

Grades PK-8

Public

Not rated

Templeton Academy

Grades 9-12

Private

Not rated

Booker T. Washington PCS

Grades 9-12

Charter

Not rated

The School For Ethics And Global Leadership

Grades 9-12

Private

GreatSchools rating: 3 out of 10

Cardozo Education Campus

Grades 6-12

Public

Not rated

IQRA Prep Academy

Grades K-12

Private

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GreatSchools

Colleges and Universities

School Commute Time (Distance)
Johns Hopkins SAIS Walk: 0 min (0.1 mi)
John Hopkins SAIS Walk: 3 min (0.2 mi)
The Chicago School Walk: 14 min (0.8 mi)
GWU, Foggy Bottom Drive: 3 min (1.2 mi)

About The Drake

Check out our BRAND NEW extension - The Drake East!!

The Drake apartments are designed with comfort and efficiency in mind. Each floor plan is carefully crafted to maximize the use of your living space. Residents also appreciate the many designer
… touches and luxury finishes that are assembled to make your home a modern and sophisticated dwelling. The complementing building amenities round out a truly unique, holistic living experience.

ALL UTILITIES INCLUDED IN RENT (Except cable, phone and internet.)

NO Security Deposit - NO Annual Amenity Fee

Underground parking available-$300-$350 per month

The Drake is a pet free and smoke-free community

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Pursuant to the District of Columbia Inclusionary Zoning program, income restricted units are available at this development. Please contact the Department of Housing and Community Development at regarding the availability of such units and requirements for registration in the Inclusionary Zoning program.

Keener Management will not refuse to rent to a person because they will provide the rental payment, in whole or in part, through a voucher for rental housing assistance provided by the District or federal government.

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Renter Reviews

For The Drake

4.7

3 Ratings & Reviews

  • 12/20/22

    Golden standard for luxury apartments in DC - amazing management team!

    I've lived in DC over 12 years across multiple properties, and no other building even comes close to the quality of the Drake. The leasing and management team is PHENOMENAL. Without exception, they are the most professional, detail-oriented, and resident-centric management team I've ever interacted with; they consistently go above and beyond.

    Review from Apartments.com