Pet Friendly Apartments for Rent in the Merle Hay Neighborhood of Des Moines, IA (74 Rentals)

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Apartments for rent in the Merle Hay area of Des Moines that love your dogs or cats as much as you do!

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Windsor Square by Broadmoor
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$995 - $1,475Pet FriendlyCats and Dogs Allowed
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Windsor Square by Broadmoor

900 65th StDes Moines, IA 50324
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The Village at Westchester
$666 - $786Pet FriendlyCats and Dogs Allowed
Pet Restrictions Apply, One-time fee is $300 for 2 pets
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The Village at Westchester

5413 Aurora AveDes Moines, IA 50310
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Westchester Square
$823 - $1,089Pet FriendlyCats and Dogs Allowed
Pet Restrictions Apply, One-time fee is $300 for 2 pets
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Westchester Square

5528 Meredith DrDes Moines, IA 50310
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Legacy Meadows
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$725 - $750Pet FriendlyCats and Dogs Allowed
Pet Fee $200.00 - Monthly Pet Fee $35.00/mo
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Legacy Meadows

4530 Lower Beaver RdDes Moines, IA 50310
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The Drake
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$695 - $995Pet FriendlyCats and Dogs Allowed
Pet Fee $350.00 - Monthly Pet Fee $45.00/mo
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The Drake

1260 34th StDes Moines, IA 50311
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Ashley Square
$972 - $1,538Pet FriendlyCats and Dogs Allowed
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Ashley Square

5501 Aurora AveDes Moines, IA 50310
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Crossroad Apartments
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$775 - $950Pet FriendlyCats and Dogs Allowed
2 Pet Limit - Pet Deposit $0.00
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Crossroad Apartments

3720 57th StDes Moines, IA 50310
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Forest Ave Townhomes
$1,075 - $1,125Pet FriendlyCats and Dogs Allowed
2 Pet Limit - Pet interview
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Forest Ave Townhomes

3103-3109 Forest AvenueDes Moines, IA 50311
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Hickman One
$950 - $1,500Pet FriendlyCats and Dogs Allowed
2 Pet Limit - Pet interview
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Hickman One

5616 Hickman RdDes Moines, IA 50310
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The 2800 Residences
$605 - $675Pet FriendlyCats and Dogs Allowed
2 Pet Limit - Pet Fee $25.00/mo
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The 2800 Residences

2800 30th StDes Moines, IA 50310
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3120 Cottage Grove Ave
$875 - $1,550
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$875 - $1,550

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$875 - $1,550
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$0 Monthly Pet Rent - $0 Fee
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3120 Cottage Grove Ave

3120 Cottage Grove AveDes Moines, IA 50311
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4009 University Ave, Unit #3
$900
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$0 Monthly Pet Rent - $0 Fee
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4009 University Ave, Unit #3

4009 University AveDes Moines, IA 50311
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property at 3212 57th St

$1,430

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3 Bedroom, 2 Bath Townhome for Rent

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3212 57th St

Des MoinesIA50310
property at 1231 46th St

$1,650

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4 Bedroom, 1 Bath Townhome for Rent

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1231 46th St

Des MoinesIA50311

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property at 1042 56th St

$1,375

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1042 56th St

Des MoinesIA50311
property at 1525 32nd St

$1,220

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1525 32nd St

Des MoinesIA50311
property at 1617 34th St

$1,075

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1617 34th St

Des MoinesIA50310

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2300 Beaver Ave
Pet FriendlyCats Allowed
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2300 Beaver Ave

2300 Beaver AveDes Moines, IA 50310
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Kingman Gardens
Pet FriendlyCats Allowed
2 Pet Limit - Pet Deposit $500.00
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Kingman Gardens

1025 31st StDes Moines, IA 50311
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Mirell Flats
Pet FriendlyCats Allowed
1 Pet Limit - Pet Deposit $100.00
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Mirell Flats

1134 31st StDes Moines, IA 50311
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Uplift Manor
Pet FriendlyDogs and Cats Allowed
2 Pet Limit
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Uplift Manor

2916 30th StDes Moines, IA 50310
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University Terrace Apartments
Pet FriendlyCats Allowed
2 Pet Limit - Pet Deposit $200.00
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University Terrace Apartments

3523 University AveDes Moines, IA 50311
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Drake Collection
Pet FriendlyCats Allowed
2 Pet Limit - Pet Deposit $350.00
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Drake Collection

2931 Cottage Grove AveDes Moines, IA 50311
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Brickstone Apartments
Pet FriendlyCats and Dogs Allowed
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Brickstone Apartments

2805 30th StDes Moines, IA 50310
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The View on Douglas
Pet FriendlyCats and Dogs Allowed
2 Pet Limit - Pet Deposit $0.00
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The View on Douglas

5626 Douglas AveDes Moines, IA 50310
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University West
Pet FriendlyCats Allowed
2 Pet Limit - Pet Deposit $275.00
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University West

4010 UniversityDes Moines, IA 50311
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Hickman House
Pet FriendlyCats and Dogs Allowed
Pet Deposit $200.00 - Monthly Pet Fee $25.00/mo
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Hickman House

2221 63rd StDes Moines, IA 50322
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Kingstone Apartments 2
Pet FriendlyDogs and Cats Allowed
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Kingstone Apartments 2

3121 Kingman BlvdDes Moines, IA 50311
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Roosevelt Manor
Pet FriendlyCats Allowed
2 Pet Limit - Pet Deposit $350.00
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Roosevelt Manor

4223 Chamberlain DrDes Moines, IA 50312
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The Flats on 56th
Pet FriendlyCats and Dogs Allowed
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The Flats on 56th

3710 56th StDes Moines, IA 50310
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4671 NW 50th St
Pet FriendlyDogs and Cats Allowed
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4671 NW 50th St

4671 NW 50th StDes Moines, IA 50310
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1069 33rd St
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1069 33rd St

1069 33rd StDes Moines, IA 50311
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JK Sully 1075
Pet FriendlyDogs and Cats Allowed
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JK Sully 1075

1075 33rd StDes Moines, IA 50311
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Chetwynd Apartments
Pet FriendlyDogs and Cats Allowed
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Chetwynd Apartments

3519 University AveDes Moines, IA 50311
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4314 University Ave
Pet FriendlyCats and Dogs Allowed
2 Pet Limit - Pet Deposit $300.00
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4314 University Ave

4314 University AveDes Moines, IA 50311
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University Park Apartments
Pet FriendlyCats and Dogs Allowed
1 Pet Limit
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University Park Apartments

3725-3727 University AveDes Moines, IA 50311
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Cheapest Pet Friendly Apartment Rentals in Merle Hay

The lowest priced apartment unit that allows pets currently in the Merle Hay of Merle Hay is the Studio Model at Beaverdale Housing LLC, which is a Studio unit starting from $710. The second cheapest Merle Hay Pet Friendly apartment is the B1 Classic 2 Beds unit at Legacy Meadows starting at $725. Here are the most affordable Pet Friendly Merle Hay apartments:

Apartment ListingModel NamePriced From
Beaverdale Housing LLCStudio$710
Legacy MeadowsB1 Classic$725
Park West ApartmentsStudio$775
Hickman Hill Apartments HEAT & WATER INCLUDED1 Bedroom - UNFURNISHED$799
Westpointe ApartmentsWashington$804
Elm VillageBryant$935
Hickman OneModel B$950
Country Club Village ApartmentsAugusta$950
Windsor Chateau Apartments2BR/1.5BA$1,025
Village Green Apartments- 4532 Douglas2 Bedroom$1,025

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Merle Hay, Des Moines, IA

Ranked #41

Among cities in Iowa for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

4.0
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Frequently Asked Questions about Pet Friendly Merle Hay Apartments

What is the Cheapest Pet Friendly apartment in Merle Hay?

Currently the most affordable Pet Friendly Apartment in Merle Hay is at The 2800 Residences listed at $605.

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

The average rent for a Pet Friendly Apartment in Merle Hay is $1,014.

What is the largest Pet Friendly Merle Hay Apartment for rent?

Today's Pet Friendly apartment with the most square footage in Merle Hay is a 2,400 square feet unit starting from $666 at The Village at Westchester.

What is the average size for Merle Hay Pet Friendly Apartments for rent?

The average size for a Pet Friendly rental in Merle Hay is currently at 661 sq ft.

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