
Pet Friendly Apartments for Rent in the Merritt Acres Neighborhood of Albuquerque, NM (23 Rentals)
Apartments for rent in the Merritt Acres area of Albuquerque that love your dogs or cats as much as you do!


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Tesota Morningside

Lifestyles at Renaissance

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Rock Creek

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Desert Creek Apartments

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3508 Lafayette Dr NE

3204 Comanche Rd NE

516 Candelaria Rd NW

114 Sandia Rd NW
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Calle Cuarta

Aztec Manor

Villa Esperanza

Fourth Street Flats

Sun Pointe Park Apartments
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Merritt Acres, Albuquerque, NM Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Merritt Acres?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Merritt Acres Studio Apartments | $860 | $700 | $1,125 |
| Merritt Acres 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,070 | $800 | $2,856 |
| Merritt Acres 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,452 | $975 | $2,479 |
| Merritt Acres 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,508 | $1,474 | $1,610 |
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There are currently 23 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Merritt Acres Neighborhood of Albuquerque, NM.
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Cheapest Pet Friendly Apartment Rentals in Merritt Acres
The lowest priced apartment unit that allows pets currently in the Merritt Acres of Merritt Acres is the SRO-Sleeping room only Model at Desert Creek Apartments, which is a Studio unit starting from $725. The second cheapest Merritt Acres Pet Friendly apartment is the Studio Studio unit at Rock Creek starting at $799. Here are the most affordable Pet Friendly Merritt Acres apartments:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
|---|---|---|
| Desert Creek Apartments | SRO-Sleeping room only | $725 |
| Rock Creek | Studio | $799 |
| Sunchase Apartments | Jr 1x1 | $905 |
| Comanche Wells | A1 | $939 |
| Arroyo Vista | One Bedroom | $1,069 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Pet Friendly Merritt Acres Apartments
What is the Cheapest Pet Friendly apartment in Merritt Acres?
Currently the most affordable Pet Friendly Apartment in Merritt Acres is at Desert Creek Apartments listed at $725.
How much is the average rent for a Pet Friendly Merritt Acres Apartment?
The average rent for a Pet Friendly Apartment in Merritt Acres is $1,403.
What is the largest Pet Friendly Merritt Acres Apartment for rent?
Today's Pet Friendly apartment with the most square footage in Merritt Acres is a 1,316 square feet unit starting from $725 at Desert Creek Apartments.
What is the average size for Merritt Acres Pet Friendly Apartments for rent?
The average size for a Pet Friendly rental in Merritt Acres is currently at 567 sq ft.
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