If you're looking for a truly unparalleled living experience that seamlessly blends convenient location with a vibrant urban lifestyle, you've found it at Drakes Pond Apartments. We offer a variety of spacious one, two, & three-bedroom apartments for rent in Kalamazoo, MI. Each of our apartments comes equipped with a patio/balcony, large closets, and more! We strive to provide our residents with amenities that enhance comfort and convenience throughout their lives. Thoughtfully updated, loaded with exciting amenities, and located within miles of both Western Michigan University (WMU) and downtown Kalamazoo, Drakes Pond offers a whole new way to experience apartment living.
Apartment for rent
Special offer
$1,313/mo
Fees may apply
Drakes Pond Apartments, # 14-4457, 555 S Drake Rd, Kalamazoo, MI 49009
1beds
780sqft
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Apartment
Available Fri Jul 3 2026
Cats, dogs OK
Central air, ceiling fan
In unit laundry
Garage parking
Fireplace
What's special
Thoughtfully updatedLoaded with exciting amenitiesLarge closets
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The rental or lease of this property must comply with the City of Kalamazoo ordinance regulating the use of criminal background checks as part of the tenant screening process to provide individuals with criminal backgrounds a fair opportunity. For additional information please contact the City of Kalamazoo Civil Rights Board.
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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 1
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
Heating
- Fireplace
Cooling
- Central Air, Ceiling Fan
Appliances
- Included: Disposal, Dryer, Microwave, Washer
- Laundry: In Unit
Features
- Ceiling Fan(s), Large Closets, Storage, View
- Windows: Window Coverings
- Has fireplace: Yes
Interior area
- Total interior livable area: 780 sqft
Property
Parking
- Parking features: Detached, Garage, Parking Lot, Other
- Has garage: Yes
- Details: Contact manager
Features
- Stories: 3
- Patio & porch: Patio
- Exterior features: BBQ/Picnic Area, Business Center, Car Wash Bay, Carports, Coffee Bar, Courtyard, Flex Rent Payment, On-Site Maintenance, On-Site Management, Online Rent Payment, Package Hub, Pet Friendly, Sundeck, Tanning, Tennis Court(s), View Type: Beautiful Pond Views, Volleyball Court, Yoga Room
- Pool features: Pool
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: Apartment
- Property subtype: Apartment
Condition
- Year built: 1987
- Major remodel year: 2018
Utilities & green energy
- Utilities for property: Cable Available
Building
Details
- Building name: Drakes Pond Apartments
Management
- Pets allowed: Yes
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Clubhouse, Fitness Center, Playground, Pool, Tennis Court(s)
HOA
- Amenities included: Fitness Center, Pool, Tennis Court(s)
Location
- Region: Kalamazoo
Financial & listing details
- Lease term: 12 Months
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 6/26/2026 | Listed for rent | $1,313+29.4%$2/sqft |
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| 9/18/2020 | Listing removed | $1,015$1/sqft |
Source: Monarch Investment and Management Group Report a problem | ||
| 8/13/2020 | Listed for rent | $1,015$1/sqft |
Source: Monarch Investment and Management Group Report a problem | ||
Neighborhood: Arcadia
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 9/10Northglade Montessori SchoolGrades: PK-5Distance: 3.1 mi
- 7/10Linden Grove Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 0.3 mi
- 6/10Kalamazoo Central High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1.9 mi
There are 17 available units in this apartment building
- Special offer! Start your lease by June 29th to receive $50 off your rent each month on your 1-bedroom home. Looking to move later? Sign your future lease by June 29th to receive $500 off your move! Restrictions may apply
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