Pet Friendly Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Columbia Neighborhood of Columbia, SC (40 Rentals)
Apartments for rent in the Downtown Columbia area of Columbia that love your dogs or cats as much as you do!

Cornell Arms Apartments

1321 Lofts

Main Street Living

The Dylan

Lofts at Lourie's

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The Palms 1101

The Carolinian

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The Palms on Main
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2115 Wallace St

1106 Page St

1600 Park Cir

1819 Greene St

1816 Greene St

1246 Lady St

Palmetto Place

Yugo Columbia Lofts
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Greene Crossing

Berry Building

Hub Columbia

Sawyer on Lincoln

Kress Building

Olympia Mills

2411 Blossom St
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612 Whaley at The Mills

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Senate Club

Tapp's Building

The Yards Townhomes

Wales Garden

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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 | $1,119 | $750 | $1,650 |
| Downtown Columbia 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,435 | $795 | $2,078 |
| Downtown Columbia 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,812 | $1,100 | $3,256 |
| Downtown Columbia 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,954 | $2,100 | $4,200 |
| Downtown Columbia 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,250 | $3,250 | $3,250 |
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There are currently 40 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Downtown Columbia Neighborhood of Columbia, SC.
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Most Pet Friendly Downtown Columbia Apartments for Rent
The apartment community in the Downtown Columbia area of Columbia, SC that ranks the highest in Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score on ApartmentHomeLiving.com is The Lady with prices starting from $1,356 and a Pet Friendly score of 3.2 of 4. The Palms 1101 scores the second highest with a 3 of 4 and has availability currently starting from $1,573. Here are the most Pet Friendly Downtown Columbia apartments for rent in Columbia, SC:
| Apartment Listing | Pet Rating | Neighborhood | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Lady | 3.2/4 | Main Street District | $1,356 |
| The Palms 1101 | 3/4 | Main Street District | $1,573 |
| Claussens | 3/4 | Five Points | $1,275 |
| Lofts at Lourie's | 3/4 | Main Street District | $1,032 |
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 B50 Model at The Dylan, which is a Studio unit starting from $750. The second cheapest Downtown Columbia Pet Friendly apartment is the Studio One Bedroom Studio unit at Cornell Arms Apartments starting at $950. Here are the most affordable Pet Friendly Downtown Columbia apartments:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
|---|---|---|
| The Dylan | B50 | $750 |
| Cornell Arms Apartments | Studio One Bedroom | $950 |
| Main Street Living | Barringer: Studio | $995 |
| Lofts at Lourie's | 1 bedroom 1 bath | $1,032 |
| 1321 Lofts | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | $1,113 |
| The Carolinian | 2 Bedroom 1 Bath | $1,250 |
| The Palms 1101 | Bamboo | $1,573 |
| 1813 Main | 2 bedroom, 2 bathroom ADA | $1,700 |
| The Lady | 6E | $1,799 |
| The Palms on Main | 2A | $2,371 |
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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
2.5Pet 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 $750.
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 $1,638.
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 432 sq ft.
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