
Pet Friendly Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Columbia Neighborhood of Columbia, SC (50 Rentals)
Apartments for rent in the Downtown Columbia area of Columbia that love your dogs or cats as much as you do!


1321 Lofts

Cornell Arms Apartments

The Dylan

The Assembly

The Park

Main Street Living

Lofts at Lourie's

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The Palms 1101

The Carolinian
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1906 Greene St, Unit 1906 Greene St

619 King St, Unit 402

619 King St, Unit 210

1227 Barnwell St

317 Whaley St

801 King St

119 Church St

117 Church St
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1101 Short St

2221 Greene St

1600 Park Cir

2534 Forest Dr

1819 Greene St

234 S Bull St

1816 Greene St

Palmetto Place

1246 Lady St

Yugo Columbia Lofts
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Carolina Heights

YOUnion at Columbia (Student Housing)

Station at Five Points (Student Housing)

Greene Crossing

Berry Building

Hub Columbia

Sawyer on Lincoln

Olympia Mills

2411 Blossom St

The Standard at Columbia
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612 Whaley at The Mills

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Senate Club

The Apartments at Palmetto Compress

Tapp's Building

Kress Building

The Yards Townhomes

Wales Garden

Gateway 737

1653 Oak St
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Downtown Columbia, Columbia, SC Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Downtown Columbia?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Downtown Columbia Studio Apartments | $1,284 | $850 | $1,699 |
| Downtown Columbia 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,470 | $845 | $2,073 |
| Downtown Columbia 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,711 | $950 | $3,563 |
| Downtown Columbia 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,371 | $1,085 | $4,600 |
| Downtown Columbia 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,232 | $965 | $5,500 |
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There are currently 50 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Downtown Columbia Neighborhood of Columbia, SC.
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Cheapest Pet Friendly Apartment Rentals in Downtown Columbia
The lowest priced apartment unit that allows pets currently in the Downtown Columbia of Downtown Columbia is the D-80% studio Model at The Dylan, which is a Studio unit starting from $950. The second cheapest Downtown Columbia Pet Friendly apartment is the Barringer: 1 Bedroom 1 Bed unit at Main Street Living starting at $1,027. Here are the most affordable Pet Friendly Downtown Columbia apartments:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
|---|---|---|
| The Dylan | D-80% studio | $950 |
| Main Street Living | Barringer: 1 Bedroom | $1,027 |
| 1321 Lofts | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | $1,113 |
| Cornell Arms Apartments | Two Bedroom | $1,300 |
| The Lady | 10G | $1,369 |
| Claussens | Loft | $1,699 |
| 1813 Main | 2 Bedrooms, 2 Bathrooms | $1,725 |
| Lofts at Lourie's | 2 bedroom 1 bath | $1,913 |
| The Palms 1101 | Sago | $1,939 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleDowntown Columbia, Columbia, SC
Ranked #68
Among cities in South Carolina for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
3.0Pet Friendly
Frequently Asked Questions about Pet Friendly Downtown Columbia Apartments
What is the Cheapest Pet Friendly apartment in Downtown Columbia?
Currently the most affordable Pet Friendly Apartment in Downtown Columbia is at The Dylan listed at $950.
How much is the average rent for a Pet Friendly Downtown Columbia Apartment?
The average rent for a Pet Friendly Apartment in Downtown Columbia is $1,600.
What is the largest Pet Friendly Downtown Columbia Apartment for rent?
Today's Pet Friendly apartment with the most square footage in Downtown Columbia is a 1,917 square feet unit starting from $1,356 at The Lady.
What is the average size for Downtown Columbia Pet Friendly Apartments for rent?
The average size for a Pet Friendly rental in Downtown Columbia is currently at 640 sq ft.
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