The Drake Apartments have been a great option for my two roommates and I. It is a few blocks off Rittenhouse Square so we do not pay the 'on-park' premium and our building is very pleasant. 24-hour doorman, on site leasing office for questions and service requests on the spot, gym and laundry mat in the building, and plenty elevators that are quick. Also, our unit is a three bedroom and very spacious.

Nicer building for smaller apartments with smaller windows. For me the doorman, the community feel to it, responsive management and the finishes were worth it. The only problem with the Drake is that it's a bit farther away than other options at a similar price. I like the Drake's old-style and the fact that it has every amenity: doorman, gym, lots of laundry machines, and a CVS in the corner.

Amenities include gym (with 3 tvs and plenty of available machines), laundryroom (with plenty of available machines), fast elevators, nice staff, sound-proof walls (ability to play music loudly), all necessary stores on same block (CVS, drycleaner, small grocery, shoe repair, 3 restaurants)

Pros: Great apartment building with modern design and great amenities- Friendly doorman staff. I have yet to find a better value Cons:- On the far edge of the area where most MBA students live. A 35-40 minute walk to Huntsman.

Great value for money, if you manage to get a good apartment

The Drake is a historic hotel-turned-apartment building with renovated interiors. The staff is friendly and very attentive. Since the building has its own leasing office, you don't have to go through the hassle of dealing with third party leasing agents. The location is excellent. Spruce is a beautiful, residential block close to Rittenhouse Square and lots of dining options east of Broad Street. It's the best of both worlds.

Can't beat the space you get for the price. Location is great. Building is on the older side and doesn't have the ammenities of some of the newer buildings.

There are several Wharton students so it provides a mini-community. I think it's relatively good value compared to the surrounding buildings. Although the building itself is old, the inside of the apartments are very up-to-date with gas stoves, dishwashers, air conditioning, etc. I have been very pleased with the maintenance in its timely and effective response to service requests. The amenities in the building are "just okay" - the laundry room is great but the fitness room leaves something to be desired and I think much-advertised Drake Room is creepy. Location could be better, i.e. closer to Rittenhouse, but I think that's part of the reason why this building is more affordable. Overall good experience!

Best value for price in center city.