
Pet Friendly Apartments for Rent in the Merritt Neighborhood of Oakland, CA (173 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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Fourth Street East

Residences at Lake Merritt

Eleven Fifty Clay Street

Channel House

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Atlas

Rasa Apartments

The Uptown

ReNew on Merritt

Ora
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ANDYS at 1510 Webster Street

Jackson Lake Apartments

Oak Grove - 351 Lester

La Peralta

1200 Lakeshore

Artizan

Alexan Webster

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Alta Waverly

Lakeview Towers
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Lake Park Senior Living

Alice Court

Raymond Investments LLC.

1717 Webster

Lydian

Forma

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629 E 15th St, Unit 629 E 15th St

260 Brooklyn Basin Wy, Unit 424

912 Oak St

625 22nd St, Unit SI ID1424334P
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593 22nd St, Unit SI ID1538075P

592 22nd St, Unit SI ID1514518P

624 Brooklyn Ave, Unit 103

2208 Carroll St, Unit 101

624 Brooklyn Ave, Unit 107

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1889 Harrison St, Unit SI FL5-ID525

1732 6th Ave, Unit 7

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1889 Harrison St, Unit SI FL5-ID526

399 Bellevue Ave, Unit A

7 Embarcadero West, Unit 115
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625 22nd St

610 22nd St

323 E 15th St

989 Franklin St

1940 Lakeshore Ave

777 Broadway

1021 E 21st St

260 Brooklyn Basin Wy

428 Alice St

765 Rand Ave
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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 | $2,473 | $1,245 | $3,456 |
| Merritt 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,061 | $286 | $5,150 |
| Merritt 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,263 | $1,945 | $6,095 |
| Merritt 3 Bedroom Apartments | $6,574 | $2,095 | $10,000+ |
| Merritt 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,917 | $1,762 | $7,887 |
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There are currently 173 rentals with your search options within a 1 mile radius of the Merritt Neighborhood of Oakland, CA.
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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 $4,495 and a Pet Friendly score of 3.8 of 4. Lydian scores the second highest with a 3.8 of 4 and has availability currently starting from $2,615. Here are the most Pet Friendly Merritt apartments for rent in San Francisco, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Pet Rating | Neighborhood | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1200 Lakeshore | 3.8/4 | East Lake | $4,495 |
| Lydian | 3.8/4 | Lakeside | $2,615 |
| Fourth Street East | 3.6/4 | Jack London Square | $286 |
| Atlas | 3.4/4 | Lakeside | $2,896 |
| ReNew on Merritt | 3.4/4 | East Lake | $2,369 |
| Artizan | 3.4/4 | Produce and Waterfront | $2,757 |
| The Uptown | 3.2/4 | Uptown Oakland | $2,505 |
| Lakeview Towers | 3.2/4 | East Lake | $1,811 |
| 570 Boden Way | 3.2/4 | Cleveland Heights | $1,925 |
| Alice Court | 3.2/4 | Lakeside | $1,499 |
Cheapest Pet Friendly Apartment Rentals in Merritt
The lowest priced apartment unit that allows pets currently in the Merritt of Merritt is the The Franklin Model at Fourth Street East, which is a 1 Bed unit starting from $286. The second cheapest Merritt Pet Friendly apartment is the Studio Studio unit at Alice Court starting at $1,499. Here are the most affordable Pet Friendly Merritt apartments:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
|---|---|---|
| Fourth Street East | The Franklin | $286 |
| Alice Court | Studio | $1,499 |
| Lakeview Towers | 1xjr | $1,811 |
| 570 Boden Way | 0BR/1.0BA | $1,925 |
| Lake Park Senior Living | One Bedroom | $2,195 |
| ReNew on Merritt | Alameda | $2,449 |
| Lydian | U2 Urban 1 Bedroom | $2,615 |
| Artizan | Plan 1D | $2,757 |
| Atlas | Rockridge | $2,896 |
| 1200 Lakeshore | C | $4,495 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleMerritt, Oakland, CA
Ranked #14
Among cities in California for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
4.0Pet Friendly
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 Fourth Street East listed at $286.
How much is the average rent for a Pet Friendly Merritt Apartment?
The average rent for a Pet Friendly Apartment in Merritt is $3,492.
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 $4,495 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 537 sq ft.
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