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The Drake on Summit Apartments

Updated 2026-07-24 · 2,182 reviewed · 417 listed · Scored from 208 Google reviews · How we rank ›

3.8(208) 62 composite score See reviews on Google ✓ Google-verified Publishes prices
Luxury ApartmentsPet-Friendly ApartmentsFurnished & Corporate HousingTownhome-Style Apartment Communities
The Drake on Summit Apartments
Services
Luxury Apartments, Pet-Friendly Apartments, Furnished & Corporate Housing
Reviews
208

The real story

Residents praise individual staff members and the range of amenities, but maintenance and cleanliness have deteriorated sharply. Multiple reviewers report filthy move-in units, mold painted over rather than fixed, repeated AC failures, and overflowing trash in common areas. Security is a concern: break-ins occur, the parking garage lacks patrols, and management seldom responds to calls. The courtesy officer rarely picks up. A few long-term residents who moved in earlier had better experiences; recent arrivals and those facing mold or safety issues describe management as dismissive and unresponsive, with move-out charges applied without photo evidence.

The standout staff members Chris, Kelly, and Ty are consistently mentioned for their helpfulness, and amenities like the 24-hour gym and sky deck are valued. However, operational failures-fire alarms going off daily, doors left propped open, elevators reeking-overwhelm these positives. Reviewers advise documenting everything, using a specific payment system to avoid fees, and verifying move-out conditions in writing.

Praised for
  • Responsive maintenance staff (Chris, Kelly, Ty named)
  • Well-designed amenities (gym, pool, sky deck, pet park)
  • Good value for space and appliances
  • Quiet community atmosphere (when maintained)
Watch-outs
  • Units arrive filthy, cleaning not completed before move-in
  • Mold issues mishandled and painted over without remediation
  • Chronic fire alarm false alarms disrupt residents
  • Poor communication from management; no callback
  • Security gaps (break-ins, thin walls, inadequate patrols)
  • Parking enforcement overly strict; booting for minor violations
  • Elevators smell of urine; common areas neglected
  • Electrical and AC failures; slow or incomplete repairs
  • Move-out fees charged without proper documentation or photos
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Best for: Long-term residents willing to work around maintenance delays and safety gaps; amenity seekers who value gym and social spaces.
Think twice if: Move-in cleanliness is unreliable, mold and electrical issues are slow to resolve, security is weak (break-ins reported), and management rarely returns calls outside business hours.

Where it delivers

  • Responsive named staff (Chris, Kelly, Ty)
  • Full amenities: 24-hour gym, pool, sky deck with downtown views, pet park
  • Varied floor plans with good square footage for the price

What to ask before signing

  • Named staff praised: Chris, Kelly (particularly with older residents), Ty
  • Mold incidents documented in laundry rooms and walls; painted over rather than remediated
  • Fire alarm system replaced once; still triggers false alarms daily in some periods
  • Parking gate at entrance/exit breaks frequently; causes traffic jams
  • Move-out charges applied without photo documentation or date-stamped evidence
  • Electronic lock failures tenant responsibility to fix, not management
  • Fire sprinkler system drained 3–4 months yearly due to freeze damage

How residents rate the community

Luxury Apartments
Amenities well-designed but unit condition at move-in often poor; interior finishes deteriorate under poor maintenance.
Pet-Friendly Apartments
Pet park and grooming station praised, but complex security and cleanliness issues affect pet owners too.
Furnished & Corporate Housing
No direct review evidence on furnished or corporate rentals.
Townhome-Style Apartment Communities
Townhome layouts available with good square footage, but maintenance response and common-area cleanliness inconsistent.

Measured against the market

  • Rated 3.8 against a 3.93 average across the 265 townhome-style apartment communities businesses listed here.
  • Has more Google reviews than 69% of the businesses in this directory.

How we got this number

How We Rank
Star rating 21
Review volume 100
Review recency 100
Review sentiment 39
Profile completeness 100
Verification 30

Ratings pulled apart

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Get in touch

Address
1424 Summit Ave, Fort Worth, TX 76102

Last verified 2026-07-24

Office hours

Monday
10:00-18:00
Tuesday
10:00-18:00
Wednesday
10:00-18:00
Thursday
10:00-18:00
Friday
10:00-18:00
Saturday
Closed
Sunday
Closed

As listed on Google.

From the property's site

Services listed
Studio, 1 bedroom, and 2 bedroom apartmentsResort-style pool with tanning ledgePrivate cabanasSky deck with downtown viewsOutdoor kitchenFirepit area24-hour strength and cardio fitness center24/7 package pickup from Hub by Amazon
Published prices
Studio (E2) - up to 595 sq. ft.
Starting at $1,099/month
1 Bedroom (A3A) - 848 sq. ft.
Starting at $1,390/month
1 Bedroom (A4) - 841 sq. ft.
Starting at $1,350/month
1 Bedroom (L1) - 805 sq. ft.
Starting at $1,315/month
2 Bedroom (B4) - 1,350 sq. ft.
Starting at $1,857/month

As published by the business on its own website; not independently verified.

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Common questions

What happens if my parking registration expires?
Even if expired by one hour, your vehicle can be booted. Registrations are valid for 24 hours only, so renewal is critical.
Are move-out charges always justified?
Charges often lack photo documentation or date-stamped evidence of damage. Reviewers recommend taking detailed move-out photos and requesting photos before disputing charges. Texas Property Code section 92.104 governs deposit deductions.
How responsive is the after-hours maintenance line?
Multiple reviewers report difficulty reaching a human. An AI phone system is in use; getting routed to an actual person after hours is described as "extremely difficult" even for electrical or safety issues.

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Last updated 2026-07-24