Pet Friendly Apartments for Rent in the Lake Merritt District Oakland, CA (234 Rentals)
Apartments for rent in the Lake Merritt District area of Oakland that love your dogs or cats as much as you do!

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Lake Merritt District, Oakland, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Lake Merritt District?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lake Merritt District Studio Apartments | $2,070 | $915 | $3,250 |
| Lake Merritt District 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,665 | $915 | $5,150 |
| Lake Merritt District 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,415 | $1,795 | $5,680 |
| Lake Merritt District 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,115 | $2,195 | $8,475 |
| Lake Merritt District 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,826 | $1,403 | $6,785 |
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Most Pet Friendly Lake Merritt District Apartments for Rent
The apartment community in the Lake Merritt District area of San Francisco, CA that ranks the highest in Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score on ApartmentHomeLiving.com is Fountainbleau Apartments with prices starting from $2,225 and a Pet Friendly score of 4 of 4. 1200 Lakeshore scores the second highest with a 4 of 4 and has availability currently starting from $4,350. Here are the most Pet Friendly Lake Merritt District apartments for rent in San Francisco, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Pet Rating | Neighborhood | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fountainbleau Apartments | 4/4 | Adams Point | $2,225 |
| 1200 Lakeshore | 4/4 | East Lake | $4,350 |
| Hanover Northgate | 3.8/4 | Westlake | $2,016 |
| Town29 | 3.8/4 | Pill Hill | $2,061 |
| The Broadway | 3.8/4 | Pill Hill | $2,098 |
| Lydian | 3.8/4 | Lakeside | $1,865 |
| 1900 Broadway | 3.6/4 | Lakeside | $1,406 |
| ReNew on Merritt | 3.4/4 | East Lake | $2,165 |
| Atlas | 3.4/4 | Lakeside | $2,750 |
| 570 Boden Way | 3.2/4 | Cleveland Heights | $1,795 |
Cheapest Pet Friendly Apartment Rentals in Lake Merritt District
The lowest priced apartment unit that allows pets currently in the Lake Merritt District of Lake Merritt District is the Co-Living LT-02 Bedroom 1 Model at 1900 Broadway, which is a 4 Beds unit starting from $1,403. The second cheapest Lake Merritt District Pet Friendly apartment is the 1 Bedroom/ 1 Bath 1 Bed unit at Alice Court starting at $1,749. Here are the most affordable Pet Friendly Lake Merritt District apartments:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
|---|---|---|
| 1900 Broadway | Co-Living LT-02 Bedroom 1 | $1,403 |
| Alice Court | 1 Bedroom/ 1 Bath | $1,749 |
| Hanover Northgate | A | $2,016 |
| Lydian | U1 Studio | $2,040 |
| Town29 | S1 Downtown | $2,061 |
| The Broadway | A | $2,098 |
| Fountainbleau Apartments | 1 Bedroom | $2,225 |
| ReNew on Merritt | Shoreline | $2,585 |
| Atlas | Downtown | $2,750 |
| 1200 Lakeshore | E | $4,350 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleLake Merritt District, Oakland, CA
Ranked #5
Among cities in California for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
4.0Pet Friendly
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Family-Friendly Rating
Do you have a family with children? Amongst all of the communities in Oakland, this part of town has established a name for itself as one of the best neighborhoods for families, with a score of 4.0 out of 4. Family Friendly neighborhoods have features that support parents and kids in having fun and being healthy together. Family Friendly submarkets provide resources like parks, playgrounds, extra living spaces, features for pets, and more.
Outdoors Rating
Love the outdoors? Lake Merritt District is known as providing first-class access to the great outdoors, with a score of 4.0 out of 4.
Pet Friendly Rating
Does your family raise dogs or cats? this section of San Francisco ranks highly for raising pets (dogs and cats), with a score of 4.0 out of 4.
Frequently Asked Questions about Pet Friendly Lake Merritt District Apartments
What is the Cheapest Pet Friendly apartment in Lake Merritt District?
Currently the most affordable Pet Friendly Apartment in Lake Merritt District is at Claridge Apartments listed at $765.
How much is the average rent for a Pet Friendly Lake Merritt District Apartment?
The average rent for a Pet Friendly Apartment in Lake Merritt District is $3,065.
What is the largest Pet Friendly Lake Merritt District Apartment for rent?
Today's Pet Friendly apartment with the most square footage in Lake Merritt District is a 1,800 square feet unit starting from $4,995 at 2335 Market St, Unit Unit B.
What is the average size for Lake Merritt District Pet Friendly Apartments for rent?
The average size for a Pet Friendly rental in Lake Merritt District is currently at 619 sq ft.
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