Apartments For Rent in Michigan

Renting an apartment with your fury friend can be quite challenging. Although most apartment buildings or complexes of today allows pets, there’s a limit or restriction that comes along with it. If you are a first time apartment renter and you have a couple of pets, here are some frequently asked questions (along with their answers) that you might find really useful.

What does pet friendly apartment mean?

When you see the words “pet friendly apartments” or “pets are allowed” in an advertisement or so, it doesn’t mean that you can rent this property right away. The apartment management or landlord are indeed open to pets but they have specific rules and regulations that you or your pets must follow. Like for example, an apartment building allows pets but are limited to only cats and/or dogs. So no birds, rabbits or hamsters are welcome. There’s also a restriction in weight and breeds.

Are birds considered pets when renting?

Yes, birds are considered pets. But unlike cats or dogs, birds belong to another category of pets so there’s a separate rule or regulation for it. Ask the apartment landlord about it before pursuing on renting the property.

What breeds are not allowed in apartments?

For dogs, here’s a list of most common dog breed restrictions for apartments:

American Pit bulls
Rottweilers
Akitas
Cane Corsos
Presa Canarios
Bull Mastiffs
Staffordshire Terriers
Dobermans
German Shepherds

Do most apartments allow rabbits?

Dogs and cats are the most common pets for apartment dwellers or renters. However, there are some who opts to pet a more exotic type of animal like rabbits. Ask the landlord if they allow such pet and know how much they will charge for it.

What is a pet fee and what does it cover?

A pet free is the amount you have to pay on top of the monthly rental fee. The pet fee is non-refundable. The landlord can legally include this charge in your lease as long as your pet is living inside the apartment.

What does a monthly pet fee cover?

With pet rent you’ll pay a monthly fee as long as you and your pet live in the rental. The fee is relatively small — usually $35 or less — and is considered a discretionary charge, meaning the landlord can legally include this extra charge in your lease, in most cases.

Can a landlord deny pets?

The answer is yes, they can deny your application if they don’t allow pets. However, if you are already a tenant and you decide to get a pet, they cannot evict you for it. Just make sure to negotiate and if needed, compromise (like paying a fee for the pet) so no conflict or any kind of negative issue will arise.

For more information about renting an apartment with pets, visit the following links:

6 Amazing Tips for The Ultimate Pet-Friendly Apartment

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