Caldwell, NJ

144 Dog Friendly Apartments for Rent

Caldwell is a borough located in Essex County, New Jersey with a population of 7,822. It's located about 16 miles outside of New York City, making it a prime choice for anyone who works in the city but is hesitant about renting an apartment there. The area is considered a suburb of both New York City and Newark, so many residents work in one or the other. When it was founded, it was meant to be its own self-contained community, but eventually, the populations of New York and Newark spread out so much that they started to trickle into Caldwell. New Jersey Monthly listed Caldwell as the third best place to live in New Jersey in its 2010 rankings! See more

Finding an apartment in Caldwell 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.