Pet Friendly Apartments for Rent in Columbia, SC (244 Rentals)

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Apartments for rent in Columbia that love your dogs or cats as much as you do!

Cash or credit? Understanding the Importance of Credit Score in Real Estate and Renting

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Smart Renter's Guide: Calculating Affordable Rent & Housing Costs

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Columbia, SC Local Guide

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Most Pet Friendly Neighborhoods in Columbia, SC

There are currently 5412 Pet Friendly Apartments for Rent in the Columbia, SC area.The three Columbia neighborhoods with the highest official ApartmentHomeLiving.com Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Rating are Northeast Arcadia Lakes, Laurel Hill, and Elmwood Park. Here is today’s list of the top 10 Pet Friendly neighborhoods for Columbia Apartments for rent:

NeighborhoodPet RatingAvailable UnitsMedian Price
Northeast Arcadia Lakes4/4408$3,200
Laurel Hill4/4229$1,358
Elmwood Park4/4218$1,385
Outer East Central4/4217$1,571
West Central3.5/4306$1,610
St Andrews3.5/4295$1,450
Far North Columbia3.5/4257$1,450
Five Points3.5/4218$1,800
Fort Jackson3.5/4217$1,483
Skyland Estates3.5/4211$1,425

Pet Friendliest Columbia Apartments for Rent

The Columbia Apartment community with the highest ApartmentHomeLiving.com Lifestyle Score for Pet Friendliness is Town Center at Lake Carolina in the Northeast Arcadia Lakes neighborhood with a Pet Friendliness rating of 4 of 4. Avenue at Harbison in the St Andrews neighborhood ranks second in Pet Friendliness with a score of 4 of 4. Here is today’s list of the most Pet Friendly Columbia apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingPet RatingNeighborhoodPriced From
Town Center at Lake Carolina4/4Northeast Arcadia Lakes$1,415
Avenue at Harbison4/4St Andrews$977
Landmark of Columbia4/4Irmo Seven Oaks$1,110
700 Woodrow3.8/4Old Shandon$1,605
Carrington Place at Wildewood Apartments3.8/4Wildewood$1,250
Pulaski Square Townhomes3.8/4The Congaree Vista$999
Keswick3.8/4Wildewood$1,267
Devine District3.8/4Rosewood$1,750
The Babcock3.8/4Bull Street$1,100
Bennet at BullStreet3.8/4Bull Street$1,640

Cheapest Pet Friendly Apartment Rentals in Columbia, SC

The lowest priced Columbia apartment at a property that allows pets is the Aspen 1 Bed Model at The Hollows in the Skyland Estates neighborhood starting from $869. The second cheapest Columbia Pet Friendly apartment is the Azalea Model at Greenbrier, which is a 1 Bed starting at $869 in the Dentsville neighborhood. Here are the most affordable Pet Friendly Columbia apartments.

Apartment ListingModel NamePriced From
The HollowsAspen$869
GreenbrierAzalea$869
Carrington Place at Wildewood Apartments1 Bedroom - 1 Bath$1,250
KeswickThe Alston$1,267
The BabcockSuite 133/134/333/334$1,350
Town Center at Lake CarolinaA1 - Dogwood - One Bedroom, One Bathroom$1,415
NOMA Flats3 BR$1,559
Bennet at BullStreetA1$1,640
Devine DistrictA1.1$1,845
700 Woodrow2 Bedroom-Upgrade$1,995

Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know

From the lounge to the laundry room, understand your rights and responsibilities in shared apartment spaces. Get tips on pet rules, noise, and security.

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Don't Settle: How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

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The Ultimate Long-Distance Moving Checklist: Tips from a Real Estate Pro

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Columbia Overview

Columbia, South Carolina is a city filled with vibrant culture, enormous education, and profound history. It offers residents a warm escape from the Winter and easy ways to travel that range from solid public transit to three major interstate highways. Residents are able to enjoy dozens of festivals, concerts, and sporting events each year and can easily drive to nearby cities such as Savannah, Charleston, Myrtle Beach, or even Atlanta. Best of all, living in Columbia apartments is a very affordable experience, allowing residents to experience big city life far cheaper than they can in other metropolitan areas.

Why live in Columbia, SC?

Columbia has the best of both worlds, offering you the major benefits of living in a big city while still retaining the very affordable cost of living that much of the South is known for. There is a diverse array of cultural and entertainment options, and seven distinct colleges, making it an ideal place to complete or enhance your education. The three interstate highways make it easy to either travel around town or to make a quick trip to places like Charlotte, Savannah, or Atlanta. And with plenty of options for affodable apartments in Columbia, finding a great place to live is a cinch.

Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Columbia, SC

Ranked #3

Among cities in South Carolina for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

2.5
Pet Friendly

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Getting Around Columbia, SC

Walk Score®

45 / 100

Car-Dependent

Most errands require a car

Bike Score®

38 / 100

Somewhat Bikeable

Minimal bike infrastructure

Transit Score®

17 / 100

Minimal Transit

It may be possible to get on a bus

What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?

  • Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
  • Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
  • Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Pet Friendly Columbia Apartments

What is the Cheapest Pet Friendly apartment in Columbia?

Currently the most affordable Pet Friendly Apartment in Columbia is at Brook Pines listed at $571.

How much is the average rent for a Pet Friendly Columbia Apartment?

The average rent for a Pet Friendly Apartment in Columbia is $1,529.

What is the largest Pet Friendly Columbia Apartment for rent?

Today's Pet Friendly apartment with the most square footage in Columbia is a 2,100 square feet unit starting from $1,571 at The Cardinal Apartments.

What is the average size for Columbia Pet Friendly Apartments for rent?

The average size for a Pet Friendly rental in Columbia is currently at 725 sq ft.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

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How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Everything is a negotiation in real estate! 

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The Rental Move-In Inspection Checklist: A Guide for Renters

Written by: Trey Huguley

The move-in inspection checklist is a crucial tool for both tenants and landlords. This checklist, provided by the team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com, helps document the condition of an apartment at the time of move-in.

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Your Guide to Co-Signers: The Risks, Rewards, and Everything in Between

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

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