Business Details
Your Trusted Commercial Real Estate Development Partner
Drake Development is a full-service commercial real estate development group with decades of expertise in retail and healthcare projects. Our team specializes in mixed-use developments tailored for mid-sized communities, combining strategic site selection, master land planning, and public-private partnerships to create sustainable, walkable environments. We prioritize long-term client relationships, offering ownership flexibility and redevelopment opportunities while maintaining a low-profile approach during site acquisition.Our professionals bring 40+ years of combined experience from top-tier real estate firms, ensuring projects align with evolving consumer needs and technological advancements. We focus on delivering efficient, user-centered developments that integrate seamlessly with community growth objectives.
Services
Mixed-Use Development
Master Land Planning
Site Selection
Design & Development
Ownership & Acquisition
Retail Development
Healthcare Projects
Infrastructure Planning
Leasing Services
Investment Sales
Highlights and features
- We offer 40+ years of combined experience in retail and healthcare real estate development.
- Our team specializes in mixed-use projects tailored for mid-sized communities.
- We maintain a low-profile approach during site acquisition to protect client anonymity.
- We prioritize public-private partnerships to support sustainable community growth.
- Our long-term ownership flexibility allows redevelopment of existing real estate opportunities.
Services
Mixed-Use Development
We create integrated live-work-play environments tailored for mid-sized communities. Our mixed-use developments combine residential, commercial, and recreational spaces to foster walkable neighborhoods. With expertise in public-private partnerships, we ensure projects align with local growth policies while meeting market demands for modern, sustainable developments.
Master Land Planning
Our master land planning services balance project goals with municipal requirements. We analyze land use patterns, infrastructure needs, and zoning regulations to create comprehensive development frameworks. This strategic approach ensures optimal site utilization while supporting long-term community growth objectives through data-driven planning decisions.
Site Selection
We identify prime development sites using strategic criteria while maintaining client anonymity. Our process includes market analysis, zoning evaluation, and negotiation expertise to secure properties at competitive prices. We specialize in understanding retail covenants and development restrictions to ensure sites meet specific operational requirements for successful implementation.
Design & Development
We collaborate with trusted partners to create consumer-focused retail environments. Our team manages the entire development process from concept to completion, ensuring designs adapt to evolving market trends. By handling complex development tasks, we allow clients to focus on their core business operations while we deliver functional, market-ready spaces.
Ownership & Acquisition
We offer flexible ownership models for developed properties and acquire existing assets for redevelopment. Our investment approach focuses on long-term value creation through strategic property enhancements. We evaluate opportunities based on market potential and redevelopment feasibility to deliver sustainable returns for stakeholders while maintaining development expertise throughout the process.
People
Matt Pennington
Founder
With decades of experience in real estate development, Matt leads Drake's strategic vision. His expertise in retail and healthcare projects ensures innovative solutions for complex developments.
J.D. Christie
Managing Director of Drake Living
J.D. oversees residential development projects with extensive experience in multifamily housing. His leadership ensures quality execution of mixed-use residential components.
Scott Miller
Managing Director of Drake Multifamily
Scott specializes in multifamily housing developments. His expertise ensures successful delivery of residential components in Drake's mixed-use projects across various markets.
Chip Chalender
Director of Capital Markets
Chip manages financial strategies and investment opportunities. With deep market knowledge, he secures optimal financing solutions for Drake's development projects.
Max Mickey
Sales Associate
Max supports client acquisition and leasing activities. His local market expertise helps connect Drake's developments with suitable retail and commercial tenants.
Questions
What services does Drake Development offer?
We specialize in mixed-use development, master land planning, site selection, retail healthcare projects, and redevelopment of existing real estate.
Which areas do you serve?
We focus on mid-sized communities across Kansas, Missouri, Nebraska, New Mexico, Arkansas, and Oklahoma including Kansas City and Omaha metro areas.
How does Drake approach site acquisition?
We use a low-profile strategy to maintain client anonymity while securing optimal sites at competitive prices through strategic negotiations.
What makes Drake different from other developers?
Our unique combination of retail and healthcare expertise with 40+ years of combined experience enables comprehensive solutions for complex developments.
Can Drake handle both new and existing properties?
Yes, we offer ground-up development and redevelopment of existing real estate with flexible ownership options for long-term partnerships.
