Commonly Asked Questions
Q: What is the meaning of short term?
A: Short term means that you can rent the apartment for less than 30 days.
Q: How can I contact you?
A: Please feel free to reach us using the following information
212.924.9694 Office
212.255.4429 Fax
E-MAIL us: nelson@drakelife.com
Q: If I am far away from New York City now, can I arrange for a friend to see the apartment?
A: Yes, you can, but make sure to tell your friend to make an appointment at least 24 hours prior with us
Q: What are the advantages of staying in a Drake NYC rental property rather than a hotel?
A: There are cost advantages with staying in corporate apartments. On average our rates are 30 % to 50% less than deluxe hotels. Apartments provide you with more space and privacy than hotel rooms. Our kitchens provide you with an alternative to high priced room service meals and an "at home" atmosphere for cooking or entertaining.
Q: Is there a fee for this service?
A: Yes. Once the apartment has been found, and the rental details are agreed to by all involved parties, a fee is charged.
Q: Is there tax on furnished apartments?
A: Sales tax is applicable to rentals of six days or less. For rentals of seven days or more sales tax is waived.
Q: What is included in the apartments?
A: The apartments are fully furnished. Bed linens and towels are provided as well. The kitchens are fully equipped with kitchen supplies: eating utensils, pots and pans, and dishes. Each apartment has a television, telephone, microwave and stereo system.
Q: Are utilities included?
A: Electric and television and local telephone utilities are included for all nightly and weekly stays. Long distance calls and pay-per-view television are extra expenses. No utilities are included in stays of one month or longer. You will be sent an invoice for these expenses and they will be deducted from your security deposit.
Q: Are there laundry facilities?
A: Yes. Most have laundry facilities on the premises.
Q: Are pets allowed?
A: Yes, in most buildings, however there is a non-refundable Pet Deposit.
Q: What are my payment options?
A: Drake NYC does not accept personal checks. The preferred methods of payment are:
- Credit Card: MasterCard, Visa, American Express, and Discover with a 4.9% surcharge
- Money Orders
- Cashier's Checks
- Bank wires - $30 wiring fee
Q: When must I remit payment?
A: Drake NYC requires payment to be received 24 hours after submitting the application. For monthly rentals this applies to the rent as well as the security deposit.
Q: What time is move-in?
A: Move-in time is from 3:00PM to 6:00PM. If you need to move in before or after the scheduled move-in time please call to make special arrangements.
Q: How do I get the keys?
A: Renters should make arrangements with owners prior to their arrival for keys. Keys also may be left with the doorman (at doorman building).