Fort Myers Shores, FL

211 Dog Friendly Apartments for Rent

Nestled between Fort Myers and the Caloosahatchee River is Fort Myers Shores, a quaint little town of approximately 5,487 people. The town was established in 1955 and has been thriving ever since with its mix of "snow birds" coming down for the winter and year-long residents. As its name promises, this town boasts gorgeous waterfront views and plenty of waterfront activities. It's also a great, if quiet, place to live, where you'll be able to find an apartment to rent or a house to buy, many of which have bird's eye views of the river. Fort Myers Shores is also just a short car drive away from the famously beautiful Gulf of Mexico. Because of that you will be able to take advantage of Florida's famous warm weather with some beach relaxation. Fort Myers Shores is the place to be if you want all of the benefits of Florida at affordable costs. See more

Finding an apartment in Fort Myers Shores 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.