
Pet Friendly Apartments for Rent in the Merritt Neighborhood of Oakland, CA (151 Rentals)
Apartments for rent in the Merritt area of Oakland that love your dogs or cats as much as you do!


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Merritt, Oakland, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Merritt?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Merritt Studio Apartments | $2,137 | $1,525 | $3,016 |
| Merritt 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,658 | $1,545 | $5,150 |
| Merritt 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,570 | $1,945 | $5,659 |
| Merritt 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,860 | $3,341 | $8,475 |
| Merritt 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,701 | $1,550 | $6,785 |
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Most Pet Friendly Merritt Apartments for Rent
The apartment community in the Merritt area of San Francisco, CA that ranks the highest in Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score on ApartmentHomeLiving.com is 1200 Lakeshore with prices starting from $4,350 and a Pet Friendly score of 4 of 4. Lydian scores the second highest with a 3.8 of 4 and has availability currently starting from $2,113. Here are the most Pet Friendly Merritt apartments for rent in San Francisco, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Pet Rating | Neighborhood | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1200 Lakeshore | 4/4 | East Lake | $4,350 |
| Lydian | 3.8/4 | Lakeside | $2,113 |
| 1900 Broadway | 3.6/4 | Lakeside | $1,550 |
| Fourth Street East | 3.6/4 | Jack London Square | $2,105 |
| Artizan | 3.6/4 | Produce and Waterfront | $2,397 |
| Atlas | 3.4/4 | Lakeside | $2,754 |
| ReNew on Merritt | 3.4/4 | East Lake | $2,165 |
| 570 Boden Way | 3.2/4 | Cleveland Heights | $1,795 |
| Alice Court | 3.2/4 | Lakeside | $1,749 |
| The Uptown | 3.2/4 | Uptown Oakland | $2,137 |
Cheapest Pet Friendly Apartment Rentals in Merritt
The lowest priced apartment unit that allows pets currently in the Merritt of Merritt is the Co-Living LT-02 Bedroom 3 Model at 1900 Broadway, which is a 4 Beds unit starting from $1,550. The second cheapest Merritt 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 Merritt apartments:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
|---|---|---|
| 1900 Broadway | Co-Living LT-02 Bedroom 3 | $1,550 |
| Alice Court | 1 Bedroom/ 1 Bath | $1,749 |
| Lakeview Towers | 1x1 | $1,795 |
| Lake Park Senior Living | Studio | $1,995 |
| Lydian | U1 Studio | $2,113 |
| Artizan | Plan 1A | $2,397 |
| ReNew on Merritt | Shoreline | $2,585 |
| Fourth Street East | The Franklin Classic | $2,595 |
| Atlas | Downtown | $2,775 |
| 1200 Lakeshore | E | $4,350 |
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Family-Friendly Rating
Renting for your family? Amongst all of the communities in Oakland, Merritt is one of the finest neighborhoods for families, with a score of 4.0 out of 4. Family Friendly ratings are based on community features and environments that help parents and children to thrive. These features include things like green spaces, picnic areas, recreation rooms, walking and biking trails, and access to the best-rated education.
Outdoors Rating
Do you like parks, paths, and trails? this area of town is a highly-rated residential neighborhood for access to the great outdoors, with a score of 4.0 out of 4.
Pet Friendly Rating
Have dogs and cats? This area ranks highly for raising pets (dogs and cats), with a score of 4.0 out of 4.
Frequently Asked Questions about Pet Friendly Merritt Apartments
What is the Cheapest Pet Friendly apartment in Merritt?
Currently the most affordable Pet Friendly Apartment in Merritt is at Raymond Apartments listed at $1,395.
How much is the average rent for a Pet Friendly Merritt Apartment?
The average rent for a Pet Friendly Apartment in Merritt is $3,337.
What is the largest Pet Friendly Merritt Apartment for rent?
Today's Pet Friendly apartment with the most square footage in Merritt is a 1,700 square feet unit starting from $4,350 at 1200 Lakeshore.
What is the average size for Merritt Pet Friendly Apartments for rent?
The average size for a Pet Friendly rental in Merritt is currently at 548 sq ft.
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