
Pet Friendly Apartments for Rent in the Hillcrest Neighborhood of Portsmouth, NH (23 Rentals)
Apartments for rent in the Hillcrest area of Portsmouth that love your dogs or cats as much as you do!


Sagamore Court

8 Chapel Street Residences

The Veridian Residences

Patriots Park

29-41 Congress St
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The Residences at Portwalk Place

10 Dwight Ave

514 Middle, 1

74 Jefferson

416 Springbrook

127 Bartlett St

Juniper Commons
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Sage Portsmouth

411 Middle St

Frank Jones Brew Yard

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Winchester Place Apartments

The Pines

470 Washington
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539 Portsmouth Ave

1497 Ocean-3rd Floor
Hillcrest, Portsmouth, NH Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Hillcrest?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hillcrest Studio Apartments | $2,265 | $1,260 | $3,295 |
| Hillcrest 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,747 | $1,290 | $3,850 |
| Hillcrest 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,046 | $1,680 | $4,795 |
| Hillcrest 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,942 | $3,335 | $4,650 |
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There are currently 23 rentals with your search options within a 3 mile radius of the Hillcrest Neighborhood of Portsmouth, NH.
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Most Pet Friendly Hillcrest Apartments for Rent
The apartment community in the Hillcrest area of Portsmouth, NH that ranks the highest in Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score on ApartmentHomeLiving.com is The Residences at Portwalk Place with prices starting from $3,095 and a Pet Friendly score of 3.4 of 4. Sagamore Court scores the second highest with a 3.2 of 4 and has availability currently starting from $1,853. Here are the most Pet Friendly Hillcrest apartments for rent in Portsmouth, NH:
| Apartment Listing | Pet Rating | Neighborhood | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Residences at Portwalk Place | 3.4/4 | Downtown Portsmouth | $3,095 |
| Sagamore Court | 3.2/4 | New Hampshire Beaches | $1,853 |
| 29-41 Congress St | 3.2/4 | Downtown Portsmouth | $2,975 |
| 8 Chapel Street Residences | 3/4 | Downtown Portsmouth | $4,500 |
Cheapest Pet Friendly Apartment Rentals in Hillcrest
The lowest priced apartment unit that allows pets currently in the Hillcrest of Hillcrest is the Studio Model at Rockland Street Apartments, which is a Studio unit starting from $1,650. The second cheapest Hillcrest Pet Friendly apartment is the 1 Bedroom 1 Bed unit at Sagamore Court starting at $1,863. Here are the most affordable Pet Friendly Hillcrest apartments:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
|---|---|---|
| Rockland Street Apartments | Studio | $1,650 |
| Sagamore Court | 1 Bedroom | $1,863 |
| Arbor View and The Pines | Magnolia | $2,038 |
| The Veridian Residences | A1A | $2,625 |
| West End Yards | A1M | $2,705 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleHillcrest, Portsmouth, NH
Ranked #1
Among cities in New Hampshire for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
3.0Pet Friendly
Best Local Schools in Hillcrest, Portsmouth, NH
Mary C. Dondero Elementary School
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Family-Friendly Rating
When renting for a family with children, location matters. Amongst all of the neighborhoods in Portsmouth, this neighborhood has come to be amongst the finest neighborhoods for families, with a score of 3.5 out of 4. Family Friendly submarkets have features that support parents and kids in having fun and being healthy together. These features include things like green spaces, playgrounds, extra living spaces, features for pets, and more.
Outdoors Rating
We think living with parks and green spaces is something they look for when they rent. Hillcrest has emerged as providing first-class access to the great outdoors, with a score of 3.0 out of 4.
Pet Friendly Rating
This section of Portsmouth ranks highly for raising pets (dogs and cats), with a score of 3.0 out of 4.
Frequently Asked Questions about Pet Friendly Hillcrest Apartments
What is the Cheapest Pet Friendly apartment in Hillcrest?
Currently the most affordable Pet Friendly Apartment in Hillcrest is at Patriots Park listed at $1,260.
How much is the average rent for a Pet Friendly Hillcrest Apartment?
The average rent for a Pet Friendly Apartment in Hillcrest is $3,019.
What is the largest Pet Friendly Hillcrest Apartment for rent?
Today's Pet Friendly apartment with the most square footage in Hillcrest is a 1,398 square feet unit starting from $4,500 at 8 Chapel Street Residences.
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