West Springfield Town, MA

17 Dog Friendly Apartments for Rent

West Springfield, Massachusetts is a tiny town located on the western side of the Connecticut River from Springfield, MA. The town is known as “West Side” for this reason and the land on the west consisted on great farm land while the eastern land was better for developing a city. I-91, the Mass Pike, US Route 5, US route 20 and Massachusetts Route 147 all pass through the little town, making it easily accessible from a number of nearby cities. It’s sometimes referred to as the “crossroads of New England.” It’s population is around 28,391 people. See more

Finding an apartment in West Springfield Town that accepts your pet may not be easy, but it’s very possible. Keep in mind, most of the time you’ll have to pay a premium for bringing your dog along in your new apartment. Some apartments require you to pay monthly pet rent, others will ask for a non-refundable pet fee or a refundable pet deposit.

While landlords and property management companies have varying pet policies, most of them limit the number of dogs you can bring to your apartment and include breed and weight restrictions.

If your pet falls under some of the restrictions outlined in the pet policy, it’s still worth asking the landlord if they can make an exception for your dog. Preparing a pet resume ahead of time could help you build the case for your furry friend. Make sure to include information on behavioral training your dog went through over the years and proof of vaccinations. If you can, include references from your former landlord and/or neighbors.