Pet Friendly Apartments for Rent in the South Shore Plymouth Neighborhood of Hingham, MA (108 Rentals)

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Apartments for rent in the South Shore Plymouth area of Hingham that love your dogs or cats as much as you do!

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The Cove
$3,044 - $9,915
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$3,044 - $9,915

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The Cove

350 Beal StHingham, MA 02043
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Avalon at the Hingham Shipyard
$3,866 - $6,091
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$3,810 - $6,035
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$56

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$3,866 - $6,091
Pet FriendlyCats and Dogs Allowed
2 Pet Limit - Pet Deposit $500.00
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Avalon at the Hingham Shipyard

152 Shipyard DrHingham, MA 02043
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$5,500

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$5,500

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$5,500

2 Bedroom, 2 Bath Home for Rent

Available Aug 1

36 East St

HinghamMA02043
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The Point at Weymouth
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$2,085 - $3,911
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$2,085 - $3,911

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2 Pet Limit
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The Point at Weymouth

39 Trotter RdWeymouth, MA 02190
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The Point at Kingston
$2,435 - $3,275
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$2,435 - $3,275

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2 Pet Limit
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The Point at Kingston

1 Kingston Collection WayKingston, MA 02364
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Modera South Shore
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$2,530 - $5,575
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$2,515 - $5,560
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$15

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$2,530 - $5,575
Pet FriendlyCats and Dogs Allowed
2 Pet Limit - Restricted animals include but not limited to the following: Breeds of Dogs: Pit Bulls (aka Staffordshire Terrier), Bull Terrier, Akita, Presa Canario, Mastiff, Rottweilers, Dobermans, Chowchows. Any hybrid or mixed breed of one of the aforementioned breeds. If a breed is not recognized, research is required to ensure it is not associated with one of the above breeds. Exotic Animals: Tarantulas, Piranhas, Reptiles (snakes, iguanas), Ferrets, Skunks, Raccoons, Squirrels, Rabbits, Potbelly Pigs, Rodents, and any other animals not considered ordinary house pets. Fish tanks over 20 gallons.
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Modera South Shore

1 Saltgrass DrMarshfield, MA 02050
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The Oasis at Plymouth
$2,490 - $3,855
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$2,470 - $3,835
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$20

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$2,490 - $3,855
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The Oasis at Plymouth

20 Oasis WayPlymouth, MA 02360
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Harborwalk Apartments
$2,680 - $3,675
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$2,680 - $3,675

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Pet FriendlyOther Pets Allowed
Pet Rent $50.00/mo
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Harborwalk Apartments

30 Loring BlvdPlymouth, MA 02360
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Sagewell Hanover
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$2,538 - $4,650
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$2,538 - $4,650

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We welcome up to 2 pets per home. Breed and size restriction may apply. Additional Pet Rent and Fees apply. Speak with a leasing professional to learn more.
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Sagewell Hanover

80 Mill StHanover, MA 02339
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Alta 412 at Abington Station
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$2,430 - $4,405
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$2,430 - $4,405

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Alta 412 at Abington Station

412 Summer StAbington, MA 02351
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The Mastlight
$2,442 - $4,841
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$2,442 - $4,841

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$2,442 - $4,841
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2 Pet Limit
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The Mastlight

10 Patriot PkySouth Weymouth, MA 02190
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The Aeronaut
$2,415 - $3,350
Plus Fees12 Month Lease Term
Pet FriendlyCats, Dogs and Other Pets Allowed
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The Aeronaut

1400 Main StWeymouth, MA 02190
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The Summit Plymouth
$2,300 - $3,250
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Pet FriendlyCats and Dogs Allowed
2 Pet Limit - Please call the office for the pet policy.
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The Summit Plymouth

128A Settler RdPlymouth, MA 02360
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The Point at Abington
$2,807 - $3,512
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$2,807 - $3,512

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2 Pet Limit - We are a pet friendly community! We allow up to two pets per apartment. There is a fee of $75 per dog per month and $25 per cat per month. We have an 85 lb. weight limit and breed restrictions do apply. Contact our office for full details.
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The Point at Abington

12 Forsyth DrAbington, MA 02351
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Gradient
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$1,970 - $3,900
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$1,970 - $3,900

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2 Pet Limit - Maximum two pets per apartment home. Breed restrictions apply. $40 monthly charge per cat; $75 monthly charge per dog. For information on service/companion animals, please contact us.
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Gradient

1 Gradient CtWeymouth, MA 02190
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The Estates
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$2,839 - $4,006
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$2,839 - $4,006

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$2,839 - $4,006
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2 Pet Limit - ??Pets are part of what makes a home feel complete. That’s why we welcome your furry companions at our pet-friendly community—along with special perks just for them! To ensure a safe and enjoyable environment for all residents, we ask that pets be spayed or neutered and recognized as standard domestic animals. Dogs must remain leashed in common areas, and owners are expected to clean up after them. Please note that we do not allow aggressive breeds or any mixes containing those bloodlines.
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The Estates

One Avalon DrHull, MA 02045
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Pembroke Woods
$2,722 - $9,658
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$2,722 - $9,658

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2 Pet Limit
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Pembroke Woods

1100 Pembroke Woods DrPembroke, MA 02359
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Helix
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$2,405 - $3,875
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$2,405 - $3,875

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$2,405 - $3,875
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2 Pet Limit - Pet Deposit $250.00
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Helix

655 Washington StWeymouth, MA 02188
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The Overlook
$2,550 - $3,500
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$2,550 - $3,500

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$2,550 - $3,500
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2 Pet Limit - Spayed/Neutered
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The Overlook

44 Wharf StWeymouth, MA 02189
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The Commons at SouthField
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$2,010 - $5,051
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$2,010 - $5,051

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$2,010 - $5,051
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The Commons at SouthField

200-220 Trotter RdWeymouth, MA 02190
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Weymouth Place
Rent Specials
$2,150 - $2,500
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Pet FriendlyCats and Dogs Allowed
2 Pet Limit
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Weymouth Place

590-609 Middle StWeymouth, MA 02189
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Gaslight Village Apartments
$1,500 - $2,700
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$1,500 - $2,700

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$1,500 - $2,700
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Pet Deposit $0.00 - One-Time Pet Fee $0.00
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Gaslight Village Apartments

90 Gas Light DrWeymouth, MA 02190
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Webster Woods
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$2,650 - $3,550
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$2,650 - $3,550

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$2,650 - $3,550
Pet FriendlyCats and Dogs Allowed
2 Pet Limit
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Webster Woods

295 Webster StHanover, MA 02339
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Pointe 1620
$2,550 - $2,975
Plus Fees12 Month Lease Term
Pet FriendlyCats and Dogs Allowed
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Pointe 1620

84 Obery StPlymouth, MA 02360
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North Pointe Apartments
Rent Specials
$3,000 - $3,100
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Pet FriendlyCats and Dogs Allowed
1 Pet Limit - Pet Deposit $0.00
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North Pointe Apartments

511-525 Washington StHanover, MA 02339
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Revel Ocean
$2,395 - $2,550
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$2,395 - $2,550

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$2,395 - $2,550
Pet FriendlyCats and Dogs Allowed
Monthly Pet Fee $50.00/mo - Pet interview
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Revel Ocean

1330 Ocean StMarshfield, MA 02050
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Townhouse Apartments
$2,325 - $2,400
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$2,325 - $2,400

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$2,325 - $2,400
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2 Pet Limit - Cat Rent $35.00/mo
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Townhouse Apartments

100-100 Myrtle AveWhitman, MA 02382
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The Preserve at Cohasset
$3,387 - $4,406
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$3,387 - $4,406

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80 lb weight limit. 2 pets per home. Greystar breed restrictions apply with the exception of service animals. - 80 Lb Weight Limit
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The Preserve at Cohasset

100 Avalon DrCohasset, MA 02025
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Woodlands at Abington Station
$2,585 - $4,196
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Pet FriendlyDogs and Cats Allowed
2 Pet Limit - Breed Restrictions Apply. Please Call for More Information.
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Woodlands at Abington Station

9 Woodlands WayAbington, MA 02351
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Spring Hill
$2,425 - $2,485
Plus Fees12 Month Lease Term
Pet FriendlyCats and Dogs Allowed
Monthly Pet Fee $55.00 - Monthly Pet Fee $55.00/mo
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Spring Hill

2 Edes StPlymouth, MA 02360
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The Ledges
$2,533 - $3,468
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$2,533 - $3,468

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The Ledges

One Avalon DrWeymouth, MA 02188
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Avana Weymouth
$1,941 - $12,393
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$1,941 - $12,393

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2 Pet Limit - Pet interview
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Avana Weymouth

190 Mediterranean DrWeymouth, MA 02188
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The Village at Greenbush
$2,700
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Pet FriendlyCats and Dogs Allowed
2 Pet Limit - Pet Deposit $0.00
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The Village at Greenbush

50 Country WayScituate, MA 02066
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Stone Run East
$2,385 - $3,298
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$2,385 - $3,298

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$2,385 - $3,298
Pet FriendlyCats and Dogs Allowed
2 Pet Limit
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Stone Run East

8 Old Stone WayWeymouth, MA 02189
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Carver Landing
$2,449 - $2,655
Plus Fees12 Month Lease Term
Pet FriendlyCats and Dogs Allowed
2 Pet Limit - Monthly Pet Fee $40.00/mo
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Carver Landing

32-98 Paul Francis WayPlymouth, MA 02360
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8 Peck Ave, Unit Peck 2
$3,000
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$3,000

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$3,000
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$0 Monthly Pet Rent - $0 Fee
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8 Peck Ave, Unit Peck 2

8 Peck AvePlymouth, MA 02360
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17 Howland St, Unit 2
$2,850
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$2,850

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$2,850
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$0 Monthly Pet Rent - $0 Fee
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17 Howland St, Unit 2

17 Howland StPlymouth, MA 02360
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$6,000

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$6,000

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$6,000

4 Bedroom, 5 Bath Home for Rent

Available Sep 1

70 Central St

NorwellMA02061

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Most Pet Friendly South Shore Plymouth Apartments for Rent

The apartment community in the South Shore Plymouth area of Boston, MA that ranks the highest in Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score on ApartmentHomeLiving.com is Avana Weymouth with prices starting from $1,964 and a Pet Friendly score of 4 of 4. Weymouth Place scores the second highest with a 3.8 of 4 and has availability currently starting from $2,150. Here are the most Pet Friendly South Shore Plymouth apartments for rent in Boston, MA:

Apartment ListingPet RatingNeighborhoodPriced From
Avana Weymouth4/4South Weymouth$1,964
Weymouth Place3.8/4East Weymouth$2,150
Gaslight Village Apartments3.6/4South Weymouth$1,500
Pointe 16203.6/4Downtown Plymouth$2,550
The Overlook3.4/4East Weymouth$2,500
Aura at Weymouth3.2/4South Weymouth$2,250
Gradient3.2/4South Weymouth$1,868
The Summit Plymouth3/4Downtown Plymouth$2,300

Cheapest Pet Friendly Apartment Rentals in South Shore Plymouth

The lowest priced apartment unit that allows pets currently in the South Shore Plymouth of South Shore Plymouth is the S1 Model at The Point at Weymouth, which is a Studio unit starting from $2,085. The second cheapest South Shore Plymouth Pet Friendly apartment is the Quincy 1 Bed unit at Queen Annes starting at $2,116. Here are the most affordable Pet Friendly South Shore Plymouth apartments:

Apartment ListingModel NamePriced From
The Point at WeymouthS1$2,085
Queen AnnesQuincy$2,116
GradientS1C$2,120
Weymouth PlaceThe Alcott$2,150
Aura at WeymouthStudio, 1 Bathroom$2,250
The Summit Plymouth1 Bedroom$2,300
Spring HillTwo Bed/One Bath Deluxe$2,485
The Overlook1BR, 1BA$2,500
Pointe 1620C$2,550
Avana WeymouthTwo Bedroom Two Bath (1,100 SF)$2,874

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
South Shore Plymouth, Hingham, MA

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

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

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Frequently Asked Questions about Pet Friendly South Shore Plymouth Apartments

What is the Cheapest Pet Friendly apartment in South Shore Plymouth?

Currently the most affordable Pet Friendly Apartment in South Shore Plymouth is at Gaslight Village Apartments listed at $1,500.

How much is the average rent for a Pet Friendly South Shore Plymouth Apartment?

The average rent for a Pet Friendly Apartment in South Shore Plymouth is $3,620.

What is the largest Pet Friendly South Shore Plymouth Apartment for rent?

Today's Pet Friendly apartment with the most square footage in South Shore Plymouth is a 2,010 square feet unit starting from $1,868 at Gradient.

What is the average size for South Shore Plymouth Pet Friendly Apartments for rent?

The average size for a Pet Friendly rental in South Shore Plymouth is currently at 693 sq ft.

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