Moving with a Pet? Here’s What You Need to Know About Pet-Friendly Apartments in Nashville 🐾
Bringing a pet along as your roommate? Great news—Nashville is incredibly pet friendly, and there are tons of apartment options that welcome your furry family member with open arms (and sometimes even a treat or two).
From on-site bark parks to fully-equipped pet spas, Nashville’s apartment communities are going out of their way to make sure your pet feels just as at home as you do. But before you and your pup (or cat!) move in, here are a few things to keep in mind.
🐶 What Do Nashville Apartments Charge for Pets?
Most apartments in Nashville welcome pets—but they come with added fees. Here’s what you can typically expect:
💸 One-Time Pet Deposit or Fee
Most complexes charge between $200–$500 per pet (with some reaching as high as $600).
This could be refundable (a deposit) or non-refundable (a fee).
Average cost is usually in the $300–$400 range.
💵 Monthly Pet Rent
Expect to pay $25–$50/month per pet.
Some are as low as $20/month, but others go up to $50+.
National average is about $35/month.
🚫 Breed Restrictions: What You Should Know
Not all pets are treated equally—some apartment complexes have breed restrictions, especially for dogs. These policies aren’t personal—they’re usually tied to insurance rules or perceived liability concerns.
Commonly Restricted Breeds:
Pit Bull Terriers (including American Staffordshire Terriers)
Rottweilers
Doberman Pinschers
German Shepherds
Huskies & Malamutes
Chow Chows
Akitas
Mastiffs
Wolf Hybrids
Some properties also enforce weight limits (often 50 lbs or less), limit the number of pets, or require a behavioral assessment.
But good news: Some communities don’t have breed restrictions at all. We can help you find them!
📋 Pet Screening & Paperwork
Most properties now use a third-party pet screening service during the application process. You’ll likely need to:
Upload vet records and vaccine info
Acknowledge breed and weight info
Pay a pet screening fee (separate from deposits or rent)
🐕 Emotional Support Animals (ESAs)
If you have a registered ESA:
Pet deposits and rent don’t apply
Breed and weight restrictions don’t apply either
Be ready to provide documentation from your licensed provider.
🐾 Nashville Is a Pet Paradise
This city loves pets—and it shows. There are tons of restaurants, bars, and breweries where your furry companion is just as welcome as you are.
Dog-Friendly Restaurants & Cafes:
Von Elrod’s Beer Hall & Kitchen
The Pharmacy
Frothy Monkey
Peg Leg Porker
Butchertown Hall
Five Points Pizza
M.L.Rose
Café at Bobby
Red Bicycle
Sun Diner
Edley’s Bar-B-Que
The Local Taco
Dog-Friendly Bars & Breweries:
TailGate Brewery (all locations)
East Nashville Beer Works
Jackalope Brewing – The Ranch
Southern Grist Brewing Co.
Yazoo Brewing
Fat Bottom Brewing
Hops & Crafts
SandBar Nashville
The Filling Station
TennFold Brewing
Diskin Cider
🏡 Let’s Find a Place That Feels Like Home—for You and Your Pet
Your pet is family—and your next apartment should feel like home for both of you. We know the ins and outs of Nashville’s pet policies and can help you find a place where you and your four-legged friend can thrive.
Want help finding the most pet-friendly apartments in Nashville (without wasting time or stressing over restrictions)?
👉 Let’s chat. We’ll do all the research and narrow it down to your top options.
