River Forest, IL

542 Dog Friendly Apartments for Rent

The village of River Forest is located in northeastern Illinois, in Cook County, ten miles west of downtown Chicago. As a village, River Forest is governed by a President and a board of six Trustees, each of whom serve a four-year term. There are 11,172 residents in the village according to the most recent census data (2010). River Forest is 2.48 square miles and is one of the most affluent suburbs of Chicago. See more

Finding an apartment in River Forest 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.