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The Drake

4341 Mercier St, Kansas City, MO 64111 – West Plaza

3.9 (1 review)

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3.9
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3.9 Blended Score

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About The Drake

Lease a newly renovated one, two, or three-bedroom luxury apartment at The Drake in the elegant West Plaza neighborhood! In-unit laundry, 24-hour emergency maintenance and Gigagit Fiber Internet are just a few of the many conveniences offered at the Drake. Enjoy available sunrooms or terraces and save money with a $25 flat-rate fee for water, sewer, and trash! Pets Welcome! Hardwood floors, spacious living and dining rooms with abundant, bright natural light welcome you home! Granite countertops, custom cabinetry and stainless-steel appliances in the kitchen make cooking a delight. Enjoy the convenience and ease of one of the most centrally located and trendiest neighborhood communities in Kansas City: West Plaza. This newly renovated, vintage-modern apartment is within walking distance from both Westport and the Country Club Plaza, two of Kansas City's most popular districts for shopping and entertainment. $35 monthly water fee in addition to rent. Contact us today to start your application!

The Drake is an apartment community located in Jackson County and the 64111 ZIP Code. This area is served by the Kansas City 33 attendance zone.

Unique Features

  • Availability 24 Hours
  • Ceiling Fan
  • PatioBalcony
  • Efficient Appliances
  • Hardwood Flooring in Living and Dining
  • Air Conditioner
  • Cable Ready
  • Disposal
  • Electronic Thermostat
  • Marble Tile in the Kitchens and Bathrooms
  • Refrigerator
  • Washer and Dryer Included
  • Water, Trash and Landscaping Included in Rent
  • Off Street Parking
  • Online Rent Payment Options
  • Short Term Lease
  • Washer/Dryer
  • 24 Hour Emergency Maintenance
  • Dishwasher
  • Historic Building
  • Walking Distance to Plaza Shops and Dining
  • 1 Month Free On A 13 Month Lease!
  • Gas Range
  • Hardwood Floors
  • Large Closets
  • Microwave
  • Multiple One and Two Bedroom Floorplans
  • Patio/Balcony
  • Pet Friendly and No Monthly Pet Rent
  • WasherDryer

Community Amenities

Controlled Access

24 Hour Access

Package Service

Public Transportation

  • Package Service
  • Controlled Access
  • 24 Hour Access
  • Online Services
  • Public Transportation
  • Vintage Building
  • Walk-Up
  • Courtyard
  • Walk To Campus

Apartment Features

Washer/Dryer

Air Conditioning

Dishwasher

High Speed Internet Access

Hardwood Floors

Walk-In Closets

Granite Countertops

Microwave

Highlights

  • High Speed Internet Access
  • Wi-Fi
  • Washer/Dryer
  • Air Conditioning
  • Heating
  • Ceiling Fans
  • Smoke Free
  • Cable Ready
  • Tub/Shower

Kitchen Features & Appliances

  • Dishwasher
  • Disposal
  • Granite Countertops
  • Stainless Steel Appliances
  • Kitchen
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Range
  • Refrigerator
  • Gas Range

Model Details

  • Hardwood Floors
  • Tile Floors
  • Dining Room
  • Walk-In Closets
  • Window Coverings
  • Large Bedrooms
  • Balcony
  • Patio
  • Deck

Fees and Policies

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

  • One-Time Move-In Fees
  • Administrative Fee
    $200
  • Application Fee
    $55

Details

Utilities Included

  • Water
  • Trash Removal
  • Sewer

Lease Options

  • 12 - 18 Month Leases

Property Information

  • Built in 1950
  • 71 units/3 stories
Location
Property Address: 4341 Mercier St, Kansas City,
MO 64111
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Neighborhood

West Plaza is a charming neighborhood about three miles south of Downtown Kansas City. West Plaza the name implies, sits just west of one of the metropolitan area’s premier shopping destinations, Country Club Plaza. Country Club Plaza is filled with popular retail brands, casual and sophisticated eateries, and more. West Plaza mixes older, single-family homes from the early 20th century with modern apartment complexes. This compact neighborhood contains rentals for every budget from affordable to upscale. Great for students, faculty, and staff, West Plaza is convenient to the Kansas City Art Institute and University of Missouri-Kansas City Volker Campus. Saint Luke's Hospital of Kansas City and several other medical facilities nearby provide residents with top-notch health care and employment opportunities.

Learn more about living in West Plaza 

Below are rent ranges for similar nearby apartments

Beds Average Size Lowest Typical Premium
Studio Studio Studio 538-540 Sq Ft $850 $1,522 $3,500
1 Bed 1 Bed 1 Bed 705-708 Sq Ft $750 $1,735 $4,138
2 Beds 2 Beds 2 Beds 1095-1101 Sq Ft $995 $2,404 $6,750
3 Beds 3 Beds 3 Beds 1528 Sq Ft $850 $2,406 $5,656
4 Beds 4 Beds 4 Beds 1414 Sq Ft $750 $1,329 $2,500
Amenities
  • Package Service
  • Controlled Access
  • 24 Hour Access
  • Online Services
  • Public Transportation
  • Vintage Building
  • Walk-Up
  • Courtyard
  • Walk To Campus
  • Availability 24 Hours
  • Ceiling Fan
  • PatioBalcony
  • Efficient Appliances
  • Hardwood Flooring in Living and Dining
  • Air Conditioner
  • Cable Ready
  • Disposal
  • Electronic Thermostat
  • Marble Tile in the Kitchens and Bathrooms
  • Refrigerator
  • Washer and Dryer Included
  • Water, Trash and Landscaping Included in Rent
  • Off Street Parking
  • Online Rent Payment Options
  • Short Term Lease
  • Washer/Dryer
  • 24 Hour Emergency Maintenance
  • Dishwasher
  • Historic Building
  • Walking Distance to Plaza Shops and Dining
  • 1 Month Free On A 13 Month Lease!
  • Gas Range
  • Hardwood Floors
  • Large Closets
  • Microwave
  • Multiple One and Two Bedroom Floorplans
  • Patio/Balcony
  • Pet Friendly and No Monthly Pet Rent
  • WasherDryer
  • High Speed Internet Access
  • Wi-Fi
  • Washer/Dryer
  • Air Conditioning
  • Heating
  • Ceiling Fans
  • Smoke Free
  • Cable Ready
  • Tub/Shower
  • Dishwasher
  • Disposal
  • Granite Countertops
  • Stainless Steel Appliances
  • Kitchen
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Range
  • Refrigerator
  • Gas Range
  • Hardwood Floors
  • Tile Floors
  • Dining Room
  • Walk-In Closets
  • Window Coverings
  • Large Bedrooms
  • Balcony
  • Patio
  • Deck
Expenses
Recurring
Assigned Surface Lot Parking $50
Cat Rent $35
Dog Rent $35
One-Time
Administrative Fee $200
Application Fee $55
Cat Fee $250
Dog Fee $250
Utilities Included
Water, Trash Removal, Sewer Included
Office Hours
Monday By Appointment
Tuesday By Appointment
Wednesday By Appointment
Thursday By Appointment
Friday By Appointment
Saturday By Appointment
Sunday Closed
Education
Colleges & Universities Distance
Colleges & Universities Distance
Kansas City Art Institute
Drive: 4 min 1.2 mi
UM Kansas City
Drive: 5 min 2.2 mi
Rockhurst University
Drive: 6 min 2.5 mi
Kans. City Kans. Comm. Coll.
Drive: 20 min 11.9 mi
The Drake is within 4 minutes or 1.2 miles from Kansas City Art Institute. It is also near UM Kansas City and Rockhurst University.
Schools
Longfellow Elementary
Public Elementary School
Grades PK-6
231 Students
Attendance Zone
5
Out of 10
Ewing Marion Kauffman School
Charter Elementary & Middle School
Grades 5-8
566 Students
Nearby
6
Out of 10
Central Middle School
Public Middle School
Grades 7-8
428 Students
Attendance Zone
1
Out of 10
Derrick Thomas College Prep
Charter High School
Grades 9-11
123 Students
Nearby
Delasalle Charter School
Charter High School
Grades 9-12
187 Students
Nearby
1
Out of 10
Central High School
Public High School
Grades 9-12
535 Students
Attendance Zone
1
Out of 10
Our Lady Of The Angels
Private Elementary & Middle School
Grades PK-8
151 Students
Nearby
The Plaza Academy
Private Middle & High School
Grades 8-12
46 Students
Nearby
School data provided by GreatSchools The GreatSchools Rating helps parents compare schools within a state based on a variety of school quality indicators and provides a helpful picture of how effectively each school serves all of its students. Ratings are on a scale of 1 (below average) to 10 (above average) and can include test scores, college readiness, academic progress, advanced courses, equity, discipline and attendance data. We also advise parents to visit schools, consider other information on school performance and programs, and consider family needs as part of the school selection process.
Transportation

Transportation options available in Kansas City include Union Station On Main At Pershing Sb, located 3.2 miles from The Drake. The Drake is near Kansas City International, located 23.1 miles or 34 minutes away.

Transit / Subway Distance
Transit / Subway Distance
Union Station On Main At Pershing Sb
Drive: 7 min 3.2 mi
Crossroads On Main At 19Th St Sb
Drive: 7 min 3.5 mi
Power & Light On Main At 14Th St Sb
Drive: 8 min 3.9 mi
Kauffman Center On Main At 16Th St Sb
Drive: 8 min 3.9 mi
Metro Center On Main At 12Th St Sb
Drive: 8 min 4.1 mi
Commuter Rail Distance
Commuter Rail Distance
Kansas City
Drive: 8 min 3.3 mi
Independence Amtrak Station
Drive: 24 min 12.2 mi
Lee's Summit Amtrak
Drive: 29 min 17.4 mi
Lawrence Amtrak Station
Drive: 50 min 41.0 mi
Airports Distance
Airports Distance
Kansas City International
 Drive: 34 min 23.1 mi

Walkability Near The Drake

Very Walkable
87
Walk Score®
Out of 100
If you enjoy walking, you’ll enjoy renting in this area! It’s a very walkable neighborhood.
Some Transit
35
Transit Score®
Out of 100
You'll likely want a car when living in this area since it has few transit options.
Bikeable
55
Bike Score®
Out of 100
While there’s some bike infrastructure in this area, you’ll still need a car for many errands.
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-
Soundscore™
Out of 100

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Airport:

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Points of Interest

Time and distance from The Drake.

Shopping Centers Distance
Shopping Centers Distance
Old Westport Shopping Center
Walk: 4 min 0.3 mi
Crossroads at Westport
Walk: 7 min 0.4 mi
Volker Square
Walk: 8 min 0.4 mi
The Drake has 3 shopping centers within 0.4 mile, which is about a 8-minute walk. The miles and minutes will be for the farthest away property.
Parks and Recreation Distance
Parks and Recreation Distance
Mill Creek Park
 Walk: 16 min 0.8 mi
Donald J. Hall Sculpture Park
 Drive: 3 min 1.4 mi
Theis Park
 Drive: 3 min 1.5 mi
Loose Park
 Drive: 4 min 1.5 mi
Kauffman Memorial Garden
 Drive: 4 min 1.7 mi
The Drake has 5 parks within 1.7 miles, including Mill Creek Park, Donald J. Hall Sculpture Park, and Theis Park.
Hospitals Distance
Hospitals Distance
University of Kansas Hospital
Walk: 16 min 0.8 mi
St. Lukes Hospital of Kansas City
Walk: 17 min 0.9 mi
The Children's Mercy Hospital
Drive: 7 min 3.3 mi
The Drake has 3 hospitals within 3.3 miles, the nearest is University of Kansas Hospital which is 0.8 mile away and a 16 minutes drive.
Military Bases Distance
Military Bases Distance
Fort Leavenworth
Drive: 55 min 39.3 mi
The Drake is 39.3 miles and a 55 minutes from Fort Leavenworth.
 
 
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What neighborhood is the property located in?

The Drake is in West Plaza in the city of Kansas City. Here you’ll find three shopping centers within 0.4 mile of the property. Five parks are within 1.7 miles, including Mill Creek Park, Donald J. Hall Sculpture Park, and Theis Park.

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