Pet Friendly Apartments for Rent in the University Neighborhood of Charlotte, NC (535 Rentals)

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Apartments for rent in the University area of Charlotte that love your dogs or cats as much as you do!

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Greenway at Mallard Creek
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$1,195 - $2,495Pet FriendlyCats and Dogs Allowed
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Greenway at Mallard Creek

8230 Greenway Village DrCharlotte, NC 28269
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Conrad at Concord Mills
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$1,085 - $1,865Pet FriendlyCats and Dogs Allowed
2 Pet Limit - One-Time Pet Fee $400.00
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Conrad at Concord Mills

9015 Kings Grant DrCharlotte, NC 28262
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Latitude at Mallard Creek
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$1,190 - $1,880Pet FriendlyCats and Dogs Allowed
One-Time Pet Fee $400.00 - Monthly Pet Fee $40.00
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Latitude at Mallard Creek

655 W Mallard Creek Church RdCharlotte, NC 28262
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8 Metro Station
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$1,255 - $2,495Pet FriendlyCats and Dogs Allowed
One-Time Pet Fee $400.00 - Monthly Pet Fee $30.00
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8 Metro Station

5025 Wembley Central LnCharlotte, NC 28213
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Echelon at Charlotte
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$1,395 - $2,295Pet FriendlyDogs and Cats Allowed
2 Pet Limit
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Echelon at Charlotte

8435 Portsmouth DrCharlotte, NC 28262
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Sorella NC
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$1,281 - $2,843
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Sorella NC

4101 Raleigh StCharlotte, NC 28206
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Wellen
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$1,257 - $2,419
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$1,257 - $2,419

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$1,257 - $2,419
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Wellen

305 Prine PlCharlotte, NC 28213
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The Addison Eighty50
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$1,289 - $3,135Pet FriendlyCats and Dogs Allowed
2 Pet Limit - One-Time Pet Fee $150.00
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The Addison Eighty50

8050 Lapis Ln NWCharlotte, NC 28262
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Ventura Research Park
$1,329 - $6,194
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$1,329 - $6,194

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Ventura Research Park

7110 Verdant Hill RdCharlotte, NC 28262
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Pointe at Research Park Apartments
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$1,295 - $2,415Pet FriendlyDogs Allowed
2 Pet Limit - Dog Fee $350.00
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Pointe at Research Park Apartments

9235 Senator Royal DrCharlotte, NC 28262
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Ashford Green
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$1,115 - $2,589Pet FriendlyCats and Dogs Allowed
One-time pet fee is required and non-refundable. 2 pet maximum per apartment home. Pet fee & pet rent are per pet. Breed restrictions apply.
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Ashford Green

230 Barton Creek DrCharlotte, NC 28262
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Reserve at Stone Hollow
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$1,275 - $1,685Pet FriendlyCats and Dogs Allowed
2 Pet Limit - Pet Deposit $200.00
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Reserve at Stone Hollow

8800 Hollow Creek CirCharlotte, NC 28262
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The Piedmont
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$1,135 - $1,920Pet FriendlyCats and Dogs Allowed
Pet Deposit $500.00 - One-Time Pet Fee $500.00
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The Piedmont

1301 Ivy Meadow DrCharlotte, NC 28213
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Heather Ridge
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$1,321 - $2,590Pet FriendlyCats and Dogs Allowed
1 Pet Limit - No breed restrictions! Chubby pets encouraged - No weight limit. Non-refundable pet fee is $300 per pet. Monthly pet rent of $30 per pet. Cat and Dog Rescue is our favorite Breed - Ask about our discounted prices. Animals must have current license, current vaccines for rabies and any other county specific vaccines. Pet amenities include:Pet parkFree pet treats Pet events Pet waste stations Private outdoor space Yappy hours
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Heather Ridge

8800 Meadow Vista RdCharlotte, NC 28213
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Mallard Glen and Adams Place
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$1,208 - $3,145Pet FriendlyCats and Dogs Allowed
1 Pet Limit - Looking for a pet-friendly apartment community in Charlotte, NC? Owners welcome too! Your pets are family too! Our furry friends should love where they live, and they will love Mallard Glen and Adams Place apartments! Just minutes away from pet stores, where you can grab a sweet treat. At Mallard Glen and Adams Place, we do not have breed restrictions and welcome pets to make this their home too! Convenient leash-free pet park for some outdoor exercise. A great place to meet doggy friends.
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Mallard Glen and Adams Place

2002 Laysan Teal LnCharlotte, NC 28262
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Tapestry Beard Road
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$1,499 - $2,540Pet FriendlyCats, Dogs and Other Pets Allowed
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Tapestry Beard Road

7513 Saulter DrCharlotte, NC 28269
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Contour at NoDa
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$1,302 - $2,561Pet FriendlyCats and Dogs Allowed
2 Pet Limit - Breed Restrictions: Pit Bull, Rottweiler, Presa Canario, German Shepherd, Husky, Malamute, Doberman, Chow, St. Bernard, Great Dane, Akita, Terrier (Staffordshire), American Bull Dog, Karelian Bear Dog. Any hybrid or mixed breed of one of the mentioned breeds is also restricted.
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Contour at NoDa

3035 N Tryon StCharlotte, NC 28206
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Madison Mallard Creek
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$1,512 - $2,665Pet FriendlyCats and Dogs Allowed
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Madison Mallard Creek

2410 Smith Gln RdCharlotte, NC 28262
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Madison Farms
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$1,320 - $3,047Pet FriendlyCats and Dogs Allowed
2 Pet Limit
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Madison Farms

12525 Oldehurst PlCharlotte, NC 28262
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The Bellamy
$1,465 - $2,095Pet FriendlyBirds, Cats, Dogs, Fish, Reptile and Other Pets Allowed
One-Time Pet Fee $400-$400 - Monthly Pet Fee $30.00
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The Bellamy

10015 Parthenon CtCharlotte, NC 28262
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The Quincy
$2,525 - $2,600Pet FriendlyCats and Dogs Allowed
No breed restrictions
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The Quincy

10057 John Adams RdCharlotte, NC 28262
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Alexan Overlook
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$1,500 - $2,680
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Alexan Overlook

915 W Mallard Creek Church RdCharlotte, NC 28262
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Ridge Haven Townhomes
$2,500 - $2,700Pet FriendlyCats and Dogs Allowed
Dog breed restrictions apply. See agent for details.
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Ridge Haven Townhomes

1435 Ridge RdCharlotte, NC 28262
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Sablewood
$2,232 - $3,082
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Sablewood

4418 Oat Grass CirCharlotte, NC 28213
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Bainbridge Mallard Creek
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$1,399 - $2,560Pet FriendlyCats and Dogs Allowed
2 Pet Limit - One-Time Pet Fee $350.00
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Bainbridge Mallard Creek

3010 Ardisia DrCharlotte, NC 28269
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Finley on the Green
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$1,198 - $1,908Pet FriendlyCats and Dogs Allowed
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Finley on the Green

8812 Ikea BlvdCharlotte, NC 28262
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Exchange NoDa
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$1,333 - $1,929
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$1,333 - $1,929

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$1,333 - $1,929
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Exchange NoDa

4325 Raleigh StCharlotte, NC 28213
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Cullman House
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$1,223 - $4,779
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Cullman House

300 E 36th StCharlotte, NC 28206
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Link Apartments® NoDa 36th
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$1,095 - $3,170Pet FriendlyCats and Dogs Allowed
2 Pet Limit - Restricted breeds: Pit Bull, Doberman Pinscher, Rottweiler, Chow Chow, Staffordshire Terrier, and Bull Mastiff.
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Link Apartments® NoDa 36th

3500 Philemon AveCharlotte, NC 28206
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Mason
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$1,313 - $2,511
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Mason

8515 University Executive Park DrCharlotte, NC 28262
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Story University North
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$1,379 - $2,396Pet FriendlyCats and Dogs Allowed
2 Pet Limit - No Aggressive Breeds
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Story University North

700 Avett LnCharlotte, NC 28262
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Junction 49
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$749 - $2,195Pet FriendlyCats and Dogs Allowed
2 Pet Limit - One-Time Pet Fee $300-$300
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Junction 49

7521 Twitter LnCharlotte, NC 28213
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Trailside NoDa
$1,180 - $3,772
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$1,180 - $3,772

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Trailside NoDa

1030 Stitch Bend WayCharlotte, NC 28206
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One Noda Park
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$1,265 - $3,185Pet FriendlyCats and Dogs Allowed
One-Time Pet Fee $350-$350 - We are a pet-friendly community allowing 2 pets per unit with a combined weight limit of 85 pounds. Qualified service animals are always welcome without additional fees or rent. Veterinary documentation must be provided to include breed, weight once fully grown, and current vaccination records at the time of occupancy. Pet policies are subject to management's discretion. Please call for more information.
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One Noda Park

110 E 36th StCharlotte, NC 28206
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Taylor Farms
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$1,375 - $2,165Pet FriendlyCats and Dogs Allowed
2 Pet Limit - Monthly Pet Fee $70.00
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Taylor Farms

2311 Odell School RdCharlotte, NC 28262
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The Kendry
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$1,469 - $2,910
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The Kendry

8402 Ibm DrCharlotte, NC 28262
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The Spoke at McCullough Station
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$1,169 - $1,390
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$1,169 - $1,390

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$1,169 - $1,390
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2 Pet Limit - Pet interview
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The Spoke at McCullough Station

8340 N Tryon StCharlotte, NC 28262
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Infinity260
$1,285 - $2,810Pet FriendlyCats and Dogs Allowed
2 Pet Limit - One-Time Pet Fee $300.00
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Infinity260

11020 David Taylor DrCharlotte, NC 28262
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Alta Croft
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$1,324 - $2,287
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Alta Croft

3030 Barrow RdCharlotte, NC 28269
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Ascent at Mallard Creek Apartments
$1,339 - $1,949
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$1,339 - $1,949

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2 Pet Limit - Breed restrictions apply. Please contact Leasing Office for details.
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Ascent at Mallard Creek Apartments

2506 Hope Way LnCharlotte, NC 28262
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Most Pet Friendly University Apartments for Rent

The apartment community in the University area of Charlotte, NC that ranks the highest in Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score on ApartmentHomeLiving.com is Blu at Northline with prices starting from $1,155 and a Pet Friendly score of 4 of 4. Amaze at NoDa scores the second highest with a 3.8 of 4 and has availability currently starting from $1,149. Here are the most Pet Friendly University apartments for rent in Charlotte, NC:

Apartment ListingPet RatingNeighborhoodPriced From
Blu at Northline4/4Hidden Valley$1,155
Amaze at NoDa3.8/4Sugar Creek$1,149
Yards at NoDa3.8/4NoDa$1,616
Walden Station3.6/4University City North$754
Pointe at Prosperity Village Apartments3.6/4Davis Lake Eastfield$1,315
MAA Prosperity Creek3.6/4Prosperity Church Road$1,073
Pointe at Research Park Apartments3.4/4Mallard Creek Withrow Downs$1,295
Mercury Noda3.2/4NoDa$1,517
MAA Legacy Park3.2/4Prosperity Church Road$1,193
Ventura Research Park3.2/4Mallard Creek Withrow Downs$1,329

Cheapest Pet Friendly Apartment Rentals in University

The lowest priced apartment unit that allows pets currently in the University of University is the 11A Model at MAA Prosperity Creek, which is a 1 Bed unit starting from $1,073. The second cheapest University Pet Friendly apartment is the Amplify Studio unit at Amaze at NoDa starting at $1,149. Here are the most affordable Pet Friendly University apartments:

Apartment ListingModel NamePriced From
MAA Prosperity Creek11A$1,073
Amaze at NoDaAmplify$1,149
Blu at NorthlineA1$1,171
MAA Legacy ParkCreek$1,193
Pointe at Research Park ApartmentsArbor$1,295
Cullman HouseS1$1,303
Ventura Research ParkA3$1,329
Frazier at Mallard CreekThe Alexander$1,399
Pointe at Prosperity Village ApartmentsCHARLTON$1,495
Yards at NoDaDolce$1,618

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
University, Charlotte, NC

Ranked #8

Among cities in North Carolina for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

4.0
Pet Friendly

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Family-Friendly Rating

A family-friendly apartment community may be just the ticket if you have little ones when you rent. Amongst all of the neighborhoods in Charlotte, this submarket ranks as one of the finest submarkets for families, with a score of 4.0 out of 4. Family Friendly communities have features that support parents and kids in having fun and being healthy together. These features include things like green spaces, playgrounds, extra living spaces, features for pets, trails and recreation, and great schools.

Outdoors Rating

We think living with parks and outdoor amenities is something they look for when they rent. This area is a highly-rated residential neighborhood for its many the outdoors, with a score of 4.0 out of 4.

Pet Friendly Rating

There's good news if you raise dogs or cats. This area of town is one of the best-regarded communities for pet owners who rent, with a score of 4.0 out of 4.

Frequently Asked Questions about Pet Friendly University Apartments

What is the Cheapest Pet Friendly apartment in University?

Currently the most affordable Pet Friendly Apartment in University is at Latitude 49 listed at $499.

How much is the average rent for a Pet Friendly University Apartment?

The average rent for a Pet Friendly Apartment in University is $1,903.

What is the largest Pet Friendly University Apartment for rent?

Today's Pet Friendly apartment with the most square footage in University is a 2,132 square feet unit starting from $1,389 at Highland Mill Lofts.

What is the average size for University Pet Friendly Apartments for rent?

The average size for a Pet Friendly rental in University is currently at 734 sq ft.

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