Pet Friendly Apartments for Rent in the Merle Hay Neighborhood of Des Moines, IA (50 Rentals)
Apartments for rent in the Merle Hay area of Des Moines that love your dogs or cats as much as you do!

Windsor Square by Broadmoor

Beaverdale Housing LLC

Spacious Windsor Heights apartment community!

The Flats on 56th Apartments

Newly renovated apartments in quiet neighborhood

1137 44th St

4009 University Ave

2705 51st St

4010 University

University Terrace Apartments

Drake Collection

Hickman House

Kingman Apartments

Silhouette Apartments

Roosevelt Manor

4010 University

Kingman Gardens

Oakview Terrace

Mirell Flats

Elm Village Apartments

Plaza Manor

Country Club Village Apartments

The Windsor

1233 72nd St

SaddleBrook Apartments
Merle Hay, Des Moines, IA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Merle Hay?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Merle Hay Studio Apartments | $810 | $650 | $1,100 |
Merle Hay 1 Bedroom Apartments | $919 | $653 | $1,451 |
Merle Hay 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,087 | $708 | $2,200 |
Merle Hay 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,469 | $1,105 | $1,750 |
Merle Hay 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,487 | $1,420 | $1,555 |
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Cheapest Pet Friendly Apartment Rentals in Merle Hay
The lowest priced apartment unit that allows pets currently in the Merle Hay of Merle Hay is the Studio Model at Beaverdale Housing LLC, which is a Studio unit starting from $710. The second cheapest Merle Hay Pet Friendly apartment is the Bedford II 2 Beds unit at The Village at Westchester starting at $720. Here are the most affordable Pet Friendly Merle Hay apartments:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
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Beaverdale Housing LLC | Studio | $710 |
The Village at Westchester | Bedford II | $720 |
Westpointe Apartments | Washington | $794 |
Legacy Apartments | 1BR/1.0BA | $800 |
Bexley Urbandale | 2 Bedroom | $825 |
Lofts on 34th | 0BR/1.0BA | $850 |
Ashley Square | Aurora | $897 |
Spacious Windsor Heights apartment community! | 1BR/1.0BA | $900 |
Elm Village Apartments | 2 BDRM | $910 |
Westchester Square | Two Bedroom B | $958 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleMerle Hay, Des Moines, IA
Ranked #66
Among neighborhoods in Des Moines, IA for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
4.0Pet Friendly
Best Local Schools in Merle Hay, Des Moines, IA
Hoover High School
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Getting Around the Merle Hay Neighborhood in Des Moines, IA
Walk Score®
76 / 100
Very Walkable
Most errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
51 / 100
Bikeable
Some bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
31 / 100
Some Transit
A few nearby public transportation options
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Frequently Asked Questions about Pet Friendly Merle Hay Apartments
What is the Cheapest Pet Friendly apartment in Merle Hay?
Currently the most affordable Pet Friendly Apartment in Merle Hay is at Plaza Manor listed at $653.
How much is the average rent for a Pet Friendly Merle Hay Apartment?
The average rent for a Pet Friendly Apartment in Merle Hay is $1,059.
What is the largest Pet Friendly Merle Hay Apartment for rent?
Today's Pet Friendly apartment with the most square footage in Merle Hay is a 2,400 square feet unit starting from $713 at The Village at Westchester.
What is the average size for Merle Hay Pet Friendly Apartments for rent?
The average size for a Pet Friendly rental in Merle Hay is currently at 653 sq ft.
Expert Rental Resources
Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips
The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

Apartment Animals: What Renters Should Know About Pet Policies & Service Animals
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Battling the Butts: Your Guide to the Reality of Smoke-Free Renting
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Understanding Amenity Fees: Know Where You Might Be Able to Save Money
Written by: Amber Kanuckel
With the rising costs of housing, a lot of renters are asking this question: Is it possible to opt out of various amenities that your rental property offers so that you can avoid paying the fees.