Pet Friendly Apartments for Rent in the Melrose Heights Neighborhood of Columbia, SC (45 Rentals)
Apartments for rent in the Melrose Heights area of Columbia that love your dogs or cats as much as you do!

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The Cooper

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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 | $1,583 | $800 | $1,975 |
| Melrose Heights 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,474 | $844 | $2,293 |
| Melrose Heights 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,702 | $845 | $3,202 |
| Melrose Heights 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,604 | $1,092 | $2,700 |
| Melrose Heights 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,465 | $1,320 | $1,899 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 45 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 The Babcock with prices starting from $1,100 and a Pet Friendly score of 4 of 4. Bennet at BullStreet scores the second highest with a 3.8 of 4 and has availability currently starting from $1,640. Here are the most Pet Friendly Melrose Heights apartments for rent in Columbia, SC:
| Apartment Listing | Pet Rating | Neighborhood | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Babcock | 4/4 | Bull Street | $1,100 |
| Bennet at BullStreet | 3.8/4 | Bull Street | $1,640 |
| Devine District | 3.8/4 | Rosewood | $1,670 |
| 700 Woodrow | 3.8/4 | Old Shandon | $1,565 |
| Cross Hill Apartments | 3.6/4 | Rosewood | $950 |
| The Lady | 3.2/4 | Main Street District | $1,356 |
| The Cardinal Apartments | 3.2/4 | Northeast Arcadia Lakes | $1,595 |
| The Landings at Forest Acres | 3.2/4 | Outer East Central | $902 |
| Claussens | 3/4 | Five Points | $1,275 |
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 1C - 1 Bedroom Model at Towers at Forest Acres, which is a 1 Bed unit starting from $844. The second cheapest Melrose Heights Pet Friendly apartment is the Suite 602/604/605/607/608/610/611/ 612 1 Bed unit at The Babcock starting at $1,100. Here are the most affordable Pet Friendly Melrose Heights apartments:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
|---|---|---|
| Towers at Forest Acres | 1C - 1 Bedroom | $844 |
| The Babcock | Suite 602/604/605/607/608/610/611/ 612 | $1,100 |
| The Palms on Main | Studio | $1,154 |
| 1321 Lofts | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | $1,169 |
| Claussens | Studio | $1,275 |
| 700 Woodrow | 1 Bedroom-Upgrade | $1,565 |
| Bennet at BullStreet | A1 | $1,640 |
| Devine District | A1 | $1,670 |
| The Cardinal Apartments | A4 | $1,809 |
| The Lady | 3D | $1,849 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleMelrose Heights, Columbia, SC
Ranked #27
Among cities in South Carolina for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
3.0Pet Friendly
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Getting Around the Melrose Heights Neighborhood in Columbia, SC
Walk Score®
75 / 100
Very Walkable
Most errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
60 / 100
Bikeable
Some bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
30 / 100
Some Transit
A few nearby public transportation options
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.
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 $844.
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 $1,608.
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 2,205 square feet unit starting from $1,088 at Main Street Living.
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 562 sq ft.
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