The Drake at St. Pete — Resident Reviews, Pros & Cons
Tyrone, St. Petersburg, FL · What renters actually say about living here, distilled from public reviews. Updated Jul 2026.
Neighborhood
Tyrone
Address
1699 68th St N, St. Petersburg, FL 33710
Floor plans
Studio–3BR
Advertised rents
From ~$1,250 (studios) (as of 2026-07, per public listings)
Pet friendly
Yes
Website
What residents like
- ✓One of the more affordable large communities in St. Pete, well under downtown pricing
- ✓Office staff and frequent resident events earn regular praise
- ✓Next to Walter Fuller Park and minutes from Tyrone Square Mall and the beaches
- ✓Renovated units with updated finishes
Common complaints
- ✕Reviewers report entry gates that rarely work and general security concerns
- ✕Common complaints include recurring plumbing problems, leaks and water shutoffs
- ✕Some residents describe unkempt secondary pools and amenity areas
- ✕Pest issues are mentioned despite a monthly pest-control fee
- ✕Renovation quality in some units is described as rushed or cosmetic
Our take
The Drake at St. Pete is a large value-oriented community in the Tyrone area, close to Walter Fuller Park, Tyrone Square Mall and the Gulf beaches. It fits budget-conscious renters and families who want west-side convenience rather than downtown living. Reviews are genuinely mixed: staff and price point are the draws, while aging infrastructure and upkeep generate most complaints.
Amenities
Swimming pool with sundeckFitness centerOn-site dog parkPlaygroundGranite counters and wood-style flooringPatio or balcony
About these pros & cons
How we build these pages: we read publicly available resident reviews (Google, ApartmentRatings, Yelp, Reddit and similar) for each community and summarize the recurring themes in our own words. We don't copy review text, we don't display star ratings we didn't compute, and no complex has paid to appear or to have anything removed. Cons reflect what residents report — experiences vary. Rent ranges come from public listings and change often; always confirm current pricing, fees and policies with the property directly.
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