
Pet Friendly Apartments for Rent in the Melrose Heights Neighborhood of Columbia, SC (89 Rentals)
Apartments for rent in the Melrose Heights area of Columbia that love your dogs or cats as much as you do!


The Babcock

1321 Lofts

Cornell Arms Apartments

The Dylan

Devine & Heidt

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Bennet at BullStreet

The Cardinal Apartments

The Assembly

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700 Woodrow

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Rosewood Gardens

The Landings at Forest Acres

Towers At Forest Acres

The Palms on Main

Capri Apartments

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4003 Devine St

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1906 Greene St, Unit 1906 Greene St

619 King St, Unit 402

2709 Howell Ct
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1351 Victory St

31 Magnolia Glen Ln

619 King St, Unit 210

622 Kentucky St

3023 Pine Belt Rd

1 Tempo Ct

2228 Harper St

1227 Barnwell St

1221 King St

105 Thornwell Ct
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2015 Holt Dr

700 Kawana Rd

801 King St

3901 Bright Ave

4001 Devine St

601 Elm Ave

3512 Piedmont Ave

1101 Short St

3850 Capers Ave

3923 W Buchanan Dr
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Melrose Heights, Columbia, SC Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Melrose Heights?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Melrose Heights Studio Apartments | $1,404 | $800 | $2,226 |
| Melrose Heights 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,587 | $900 | $2,396 |
| Melrose Heights 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,842 | $850 | $3,563 |
| Melrose Heights 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,191 | $850 | $4,600 |
| Melrose Heights 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,144 | $1,267 | $5,500 |
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There are currently 89 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Melrose Heights Neighborhood of Columbia, SC.
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Most Pet Friendly Melrose Heights Apartments for Rent
The apartment community in the Melrose Heights area of Columbia, SC that ranks the highest in Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score on ApartmentHomeLiving.com is Bennet at BullStreet with prices starting from $1,828 and a Pet Friendly score of 4 of 4. The Babcock scores the second highest with a 3.8 of 4 and has availability currently starting from $1,145. Here are the most Pet Friendly Melrose Heights apartments for rent in Columbia, SC:
| Apartment Listing | Pet Rating | Neighborhood | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bennet at BullStreet | 4/4 | Bull Street | $1,828 |
| The Babcock | 3.8/4 | Bull Street | $1,145 |
| Devine District | 3.6/4 | Rosewood | $1,750 |
| 700 Woodrow | 3.6/4 | Old Shandon | $2,055 |
| Cross Hill Apartments | 3.4/4 | Rosewood | $950 |
| The Lady | 3.2/4 | Main Street District | $1,356 |
| The Cardinal Apartments | 3.2/4 | Northeast Arcadia Lakes | $1,497 |
| The Landings at Forest Acres | 3/4 | Outer East Central | $932 |
Cheapest Pet Friendly Apartment Rentals in Melrose Heights
The lowest priced apartment unit that allows pets currently in the Melrose Heights of Melrose Heights is the Camellia Model at Towers At Forest Acres, which is a Studio unit starting from $874. The second cheapest Melrose Heights Pet Friendly apartment is the 1 Bedroom 1 Bath 1 Bed unit at 1321 Lofts starting at $1,113. Here are the most affordable Pet Friendly Melrose Heights apartments:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
|---|---|---|
| Towers At Forest Acres | Camellia | $874 |
| 1321 Lofts | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | $1,113 |
| Ravenwood Hills | 1 Bed | 1 Bath | $1,120 |
| Cornell Arms Apartments | Two Bedroom | $1,300 |
| The Cardinal Apartments | S1 | $1,497 |
| 5th & Sloan | The Rosewood | $1,625 |
| Claussens | Loft | $1,699 |
| Devine District | A1 | $1,750 |
| Bennet at BullStreet | A1 | $1,828 |
| 700 Woodrow | 2 Bedroom-Upgrade | $2,055 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleMelrose Heights, Columbia, SC
Ranked #39
Among cities in South Carolina for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
3.5Pet Friendly
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Frequently Asked Questions about Pet Friendly Melrose Heights Apartments
What is the Cheapest Pet Friendly apartment in Melrose Heights?
Currently the most affordable Pet Friendly Apartment in Melrose Heights is at Towers At Forest Acres listed at $874.
How much is the average rent for a Pet Friendly Melrose Heights Apartment?
The average rent for a Pet Friendly Apartment in Melrose Heights is $1,774.
What is the largest Pet Friendly Melrose Heights Apartment for rent?
Today's Pet Friendly apartment with the most square footage in Melrose Heights is a 2,100 square feet unit starting from $1,497 at The Cardinal Apartments.
What is the average size for Melrose Heights Pet Friendly Apartments for rent?
The average size for a Pet Friendly rental in Melrose Heights is currently at 659 sq ft.
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