Pet Friendly Apartments for Rent in the American University Neighborhood of Washington, DC (52 Rentals)
Apartments for rent in the American University area of Washington that love your dogs or cats as much as you do!

The Berkshire Apartments

Zephyr at Wardman Park

Aerie at Wardman Park

Upton Place

The Elaine

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5333 Connecticut

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Ellicott House

3333 Wisconsin
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The Chesapeake

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7001 Arlington at Bethesda
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American University, Washington, DC Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in American University?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| American University Studio Apartments | $1,750 | $1,315 | $3,377 |
| American University 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,522 | $1,606 | $7,825 |
| American University 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,105 | $2,099 | $10,000+ |
| American University 3 Bedroom Apartments | $7,142 | $3,250 | $10,000+ |
| American University 4 Bedroom Apartments | $5,000 | $5,000 | $5,000 |
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Most Pet Friendly American University Apartments for Rent
The apartment community in the American University area of Washington, DC that ranks the highest in Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score on ApartmentHomeLiving.com is 7001 Arlington at Bethesda with prices starting from $2,296 and a Pet Friendly score of 3.8 of 4. The Abby scores the second highest with a 3.8 of 4 and has availability currently starting from $2,067. Here are the most Pet Friendly American University apartments for rent in Washington, DC:
| Apartment Listing | Pet Rating | Neighborhood | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| 7001 Arlington at Bethesda | 3.8/4 | Bethesda Row | $2,296 |
| The Abby | 3.8/4 | Cleveland Park | $2,067 |
| Westwood Tower Apartments | 3.6/4 | Westwood | $1,510 |
| The Chesapeake | 3.6/4 | Forest Hills | $1,500 |
| Park Van Ness | 3.6/4 | Forest Hills | $1,942 |
| Ora | 3.4/4 | Kalorama | $2,150 |
| The Elm | 3.4/4 | Downtown Bethesda | $2,281 |
| Kennedy-Warren | 3.2/4 | Woodley Park | $2,131 |
| 2255 Wisconsin | 3.2/4 | Glover Park | $2,205 |
| The Seasons Apartments | 3.2/4 | Downtown Bethesda | $1,755 |
Cheapest Pet Friendly Apartment Rentals in American University
The lowest priced apartment unit that allows pets currently in the American University of American University is the Studio 12 Model at The Chesapeake, which is a Studio unit starting from $1,500. The second cheapest American University Pet Friendly apartment is the S2 Studio unit at Westwood Tower Apartments starting at $1,510. Here are the most affordable Pet Friendly American University apartments:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
|---|---|---|
| The Chesapeake | Studio 12 | $1,500 |
| Westwood Tower Apartments | S2 | $1,510 |
| The Seasons Apartments | NO 3 - Studio / Bethesda Ave | $1,755 |
| Sumner Highlands Apartments | 1A | $1,799 |
| 5333 Connecticut | Studio X | $1,811 |
| Park Van Ness | A01 | $1,942 |
| Highbridge | S1 | $2,125 |
| The Elm | Design EB | $2,281 |
| 7001 Arlington at Bethesda | A5 | $2,296 |
| Ora | 08+Den | $3,000 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleAmerican University, Washington, DC
Ranked #44
Among cities in District of Columbia for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
3.5Pet Friendly
Getting Around the American University Neighborhood in Washington, DC
Walk Score®
76 / 100
Very Walkable
Most errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
60 / 100
Bikeable
Some bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
44 / 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 American University Apartments
What is the Cheapest Pet Friendly apartment in American University?
Currently the most affordable Pet Friendly Apartment in American University is at The Berkshire Apartments listed at $1,350.
How much is the average rent for a Pet Friendly American University Apartment?
The average rent for a Pet Friendly Apartment in American University is $3,341.
What is the largest Pet Friendly American University Apartment for rent?
Today's Pet Friendly apartment with the most square footage in American University is a 4,080 square feet unit starting from $1,510 at Westwood Tower Apartments.
What is the average size for American University Pet Friendly Apartments for rent?
The average size for a Pet Friendly rental in American University is currently at 542 sq ft.
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