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The Bristol

Updated 2026-08-23 · 1,344 reviewed · 419 listed · Scored from 63 Google reviews · How we rank ›

4.1(63) 57 low data composite score See reviews on Google ✓ Google-verified Publishes prices
Pet-Friendly Apartments
The Bristol
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63

What Residents Say

Strong maintenance and location draw residents, but deposit disputes and office inconsistency create friction. Reviewers praise staff like Ashley and Frankie for prompt repairs and problem-solving; others report difficulty reaching the office, leasing agents who are either very helpful or dismissive, and contested charges at move-out. Pet amenities (stations, waste facilities) appear appreciated but evidence is sparse.

Based on limited recent reviews, so treat this as low-confidence.

Praised for
  • responsive management and staff
  • quick maintenance repairs
  • quiet, peaceful location
  • pet-friendly amenities
Watch-outs
  • deposit return issues
  • inconsistent office availability
  • move-out charges disputed
  • leasing staff variability
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Best for: Pet owners seeking quiet neighborhoods with responsive maintenance.
Think twice if: Budget time for office visits; verify move-out charges are documented at lease signing.

What This Community Gets Right

  • quiet residential location near shops and highways
  • named staff responsive to resident needs
  • pet waste stations installed per resident request

Before You Tour

  • Maintenance staff member Frankie praised for professionalism
  • Ashley (leasing/management) proactively sourced larger unit for long-term resident
  • Pet waste stations installed after resident suggestion
  • Leasing agent Stephanie noted as friendly in-person but phone lines often unanswered

Maintenance, Management & More

Pet-Friendly Apartments
Reviewers appreciate pet amenities (waste stations) and pet-friendly policy, though pricing evidence is limited.

Compared to Nearby Communities

  • Rated 4.1 against a 3.71 average across the 175 pet-friendly apartments businesses listed here.
  • Has more Google reviews than 22% of the businesses in this directory.

How This Score Was Calculated

How We Score
Star rating 33
Review volume 78
Review recency 56
Review sentiment 49
Profile completeness 100
Verification 30

Scores by Category

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Common Renter Questions

What's the pet policy?
The Bristol charges $25 per pet per month and a one-time $300 pet policy fee. The complex has pet waste stations on-site.
Is the office easy to reach?
Multiple reviewers report difficulty reaching the office by phone and needed to visit in person to get answers.

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Last updated 2026-08-23