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Franklin Court Apartments
4925 Franklin AveDes Moines, IA 50310
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$35 Monthly Pet Rent - 2 Pet Limit
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The Village at Westchester
5413 Aurora AveDes Moines, IA 50310
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Must Be Spayed/Neutered - $25 Monthly Pet Rent
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Windsor Square by Broadmoor
900 65th StDes Moines, IA 50324
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$35 Monthly Pet Rent - 2 Pet Limit
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Westchester Square
5528 Meredith DrDes Moines, IA 50310
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2 Pet Limit - $50 Monthly Pet Rent
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Forest Ave Rowhomes
3103-3109 Forest AvenueDes Moines, IA 50311
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Lofts on 34th - Leasing Special Available
1219 34th StDes Moines, IA 50311
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2 Pet Limit - Must have current shots and license.
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Beaverdale Housing LLC
1417 Beaver AveDes Moines, IA 50311
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$35 Monthly Pet Rent - $200 Fee
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3309 University Ave
3309 University AveDes Moines, IA 50311
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Oakview Terrace
2901-2907 Boston AveDes Moines, IA 50310
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Spacious Windsor Heights apartment community!
1250 73rd StDes Moines, IA 50311
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1 Pet Limit - $25 Monthly Pet Rent
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The Flats on 56th Apartments
3710 56th StDes Moines, IA 50310
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University Terrace Apartments
3523 University AveDes Moines, IA 50311
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Drake Collection
2931 Cottage Grove AveDes Moines, IA 50311
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$25 Monthly Pet Rent - $200 Deposit
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Hickman House
2221 63rd StDes Moines, IA 50322
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Roosevelt Manor
4223 Chamberlain DrDes Moines, IA 50312
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Newly renovated apartments in quiet neighborhood
4671 NW 50th StDes Moines, IA 50310
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2 Pet Limit - $275 Deposit
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University West
4010 UniversityDes Moines, IA 50311
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4314 University Ave
4314 University AveDes Moines, IA 50311
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Chetwynd Apartments
3519 University AveDes Moines, IA 50311
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University Park Place
3725-3727 University AveDes Moines, IA 50311
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2 Pet Limit - $25 Monthly Pet Rent
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Kingman Gardens
1025 31st StDes Moines, IA 50311
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1 Pet Limit - Must be current on all vaccines and provide a copy of the updated paperwork.
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Mirell Flats
1134 31st StDes Moines, IA 50311
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1 Pet Limit - $50 Monthly Pet Rent
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Kingman Apartments
3205 Kingman BlvdDes Moines, IA 50311
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Olde English Village
1201 Office Park RdWest Des Moines, IA 50265
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1 Pet Limit - $350 fee for the first pet and $150 fee for the second pet.
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Elm Village Apartments
3705 Elm DrUrbandale, IA 50322
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$40 Monthly Pet Rent - 2 Pet Limit
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Robin Hill
2000 Westown PkyWest Des Moines, IA 50265
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$45 Monthly Pet Rent
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Urban Green Apartments - Urbandale
7715 Hickman RdUrbandale, IA 50322
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Park West Apartments
1155 Office Park RdWest Des Moines, IA 50265
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$30 Monthly Pet Rent - $250 Fee
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Bexley Urbandale
7800 Iltis DrUrbandale, IA 50322
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2 Pet Limit - Pet Restrictions Apply, One-time fee is $300 for 2 pets
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Plaza Manor
3821-3823 66th AveUrbandale, IA 50322
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Westpointe Apartments
2510 Canterbury RdUrbandale, IA 50322
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2 Pet Limit - No weight restrictions!
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Country Club Village Apartments
1200 Office Park RdWest Des Moines, IA 50265
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Lillis Lofts
6313 Douglas AveUrbandale, IA 50322
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Merle Hay, Des Moines, IA Local Guide
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Merle Hay?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Merle Hay Studio Apartments | $775 | $650 | $997 |
| Merle Hay 1 Bedroom Apartments | $941 | $690 | $1,298 |
| Merle Hay 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,003 | $650 | $1,793 |
| Merle Hay 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,357 | $736 | $1,705 |
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Most Pet Friendly Merle Hay Apartments for Rent
The apartment community in the Merle Hay area of Des Moines, IA that ranks the highest in Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score on ApartmentHomeLiving.com is Westpointe Apartments with prices starting from $790 and a Pet Friendly score of 3.6 of 4. Legacy Apartments scores the second highest with a 3.4 of 4 and has availability currently starting from $760. Here are the most Pet Friendly Merle Hay apartments for rent in Des Moines, IA:
| Apartment Listing | Pet Rating | Neighborhood | Priced From |
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| Westpointe Apartments | 3.6/4 | Outer West Des Moines Urbandale | $790 |
| Legacy Apartments | 3.4/4 | Lower Beaver | $760 |
| Bexley Urbandale | 3.2/4 | Outer West Des Moines Urbandale | $900 |
| Elm Village Apartments | 3.2/4 | Outer West Des Moines Urbandale | $937 |
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 Oakview Terrace, which is a Studio unit starting from $710. The second cheapest Merle Hay Pet Friendly apartment is the A2 Classic 1 Bed unit at Legacy Apartments starting at $760. Here are the most affordable Pet Friendly Merle Hay apartments:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
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| Oakview Terrace | Studio | $710 |
| Legacy Apartments | A2 Classic | $760 |
| Robin Hill | 1 Bed 1 Bath | $787 |
| Westpointe Apartments | Washington | $790 |
| Urban Green Apartments - Urbandale | 2 BD Oak | $895 |
| Franklin Court Apartments | COZY DELUX | $895 |
| Spacious Windsor Heights apartment community! | 1BR/1.0BA | $900 |
| Elm Village Apartments | 2 BDRM | $937 |
| Ashley Square | Aurora | $992 |
| Bexley Urbandale | bxl-B2r | $1,000 |
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Best Local Schools in Merle Hay, Des Moines, IA
Hoover High School
Des Moines Independent Community School District
Public School - Grades 9-12 (991)
2 out of 10
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Getting Around the Merle Hay Neighborhood in Des Moines, IA
Walk Score®
76 / 100
Very Walkable
Most errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
51 / 100
Bikeable
Some bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
31 / 100
Some Transit
A few nearby public transportation options
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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 Lillis Lofts listed at $650.
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 $1,030.
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 $726 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 673 sq ft.
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