Fort Worth has 209 apartment complexes listed here that allow pets, ranging from small duplex-style communities in Fairmount to large garden-style properties near the Stockyards, TCU, and the Near Southside. "Pet-friendly" can mean very different things from one property to the next, so it's worth digging past the marketing copy before you tour a unit.
What to look for before you sign
Start with the actual pet policy, not just the "pets welcome" sign. Ask about breed and weight restrictions, the number of pets allowed per unit, monthly pet rent, one-time deposits (refundable or not), and any pet fees for cats versus dogs. Then look at the property itself: is there a fenced dog park on site, nearby green space or a trail like the Trinity Trails, waste stations, and hard-surface flooring instead of carpet throughout. Ground-floor units or elevators matter if you have an older or larger dog. It also helps to ask current residents or leasing staff how noise complaints and pet incidents are typically handled.
How we score complexes
Our rankings weigh pet policy details, amenities geared toward animals, resident feedback, maintenance responsiveness, and overall value alongside standard apartment criteria. See the full breakdown of factors in our methodology, and check the best apartment complexes in Fort Worth guide for our top-ranked picks across the metro.