Pet Friendly Apartments for Rent in Novato, CA (27 Rentals)
Apartments for rent in Novato that love your dogs or cats as much as you do!
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Novato, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Novato?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Novato Pet Friendly Studio Apartments | $1,924 | $1,848 | $2,000 |
Novato Pet Friendly 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,557 | $2,089 | $3,117 |
Novato Pet Friendly 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,210 | $2,395 | $3,885 |
Novato Pet Friendly 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,107 | $3,550 | $4,500 |
Novato Pet Friendly 4 Bedroom Apartments | $5,800 | $5,800 | $5,800 |
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Most Pet Friendly Neighborhoods in Novato, CA
There are currently 584 Pet Friendly Apartments for Rent in the Novato, CA area.The three Novato neighborhoods with the highest official ApartmentHomeLiving.com Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Rating are Southeast Novato, Central Novato, and Ignacio. Here is today’s list of the top 9 Pet Friendly neighborhoods for Novato Apartments for rent:
Neighborhood | Pet Rating | Available Units | Median Price |
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Southeast Novato | 4/4 | 10 | $4,350 |
Central Novato | 4/4 | 8 | $6,000 |
Ignacio | 4/4 | 8 | $3,399 |
Midwest Novato | 4/4 | 8 | $6,000 |
Downtown Novato | 4/4 | 6 | $3,550 |
San Ramon | 4/4 | 6 | $3,550 |
Pleasant Valley | 4/4 | 5 | $3,550 |
Loma Verde | 3.5/4 | 7 | $3,275 |
Southwest Novato | 3.5/4 | 6 | $6,000 |
Cheapest Pet Friendly Apartment Rentals in Novato, CA
The lowest priced Novato apartment at a property that allows pets is the Studio Studio Model at Villas at Hamilton in the Southeast Novato neighborhood starting from $1,848. The second cheapest Novato Pet Friendly apartment is the One Bedroom A1A LMR Model at Highlands of Marin, which is a 1 Bed starting at $2,299 in the Santa Venetia neighborhood. Here are the most affordable Pet Friendly Novato apartments.
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
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Villas at Hamilton | Studio | $1,848 |
Highlands of Marin | One Bedroom A1A LMR | $2,299 |
325 Rowland Blvd | One Bedroom, Pets Welcome | $2,375 |
Marion Park | Esprit - Single Story with a patio | $2,400 |
1221 Vallejo Avenue Apartments | 2BR/1BA | $2,550 |
Deer Valley | 2 Bed 1 Bath | $3,179 |
Bridgecreek | Fieldstone | $3,299 |
Crooked Oak at Loma Verde Preserve Apartments | 2BR/2BA A | $3,455 |
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Novato Overview
Novato, California, is located in the northwest area of California, just 30 minutes north of San Francisco. It's close to the Pacific Ocean as well as several National Forests. Apartments in Novato range from $1,475 for a studio, to $4,700 for a four-bedroom home. What's so great about living in Novato? We've got the scoop.
Why live in Novato, CA?
Novato has the perfect mix of past and present, city and nature. Historic landmarks include the Marin Museum of the American Indian and Olompali State Park which features the first Spanish colonial house built in Marin County. The Vintage Oaks Shopping Center includes major retailers such as Costco and Target, as well as over 50 other retail stores and restaurants. Major employers in the area include Novato Unified School District, BioMarin Pharmaceutical, and the Buck Institute for Aging. For those who like to get out of their Novato apartments, there are over 3,600 acres of open space to explore including hiking and mountain biking trails, golf courses, a skate park, state parks, fishing, camping, and bird-watching areas.
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Getting Around Novato, CA
Walk Score®
57 / 100
Somewhat Walkable
Some errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
56 / 100
Bikeable
Some bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
36 / 100
Some Transit
A few nearby public transportation options
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
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- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Frequently Asked Questions about Pet Friendly Novato Apartments
How much is the average rent for a Pet Friendly Novato Apartment?
The average rent for a Pet Friendly Apartment in Novato is $3,433.
What is the largest Pet Friendly Novato Apartment for rent?
Today's Pet Friendly apartment with the most square footage in Novato is a 1,322 square feet unit starting from $2,777 at Deer Valley.
What is the average size for Novato Pet Friendly Apartments for rent?
The average size for a Pet Friendly rental in Novato is currently at 706 sq ft.
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