Pet Friendly Apartments for Rent in Columbus, OH (1,354 Rentals)
Apartments for rent in Columbus that love your dogs or cats as much as you do!

Jaeger Square

The Blakely

The Thomas at GVX
Columbus's Best Affordable Neighborhoods
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Building A at Gravity

Brewers Yard

The Sage at Jeffrey Park

The Charles at Bexley

Stonecrest

Ashton Pines Apartments & Townhomes

Villages at Eden Crossing

Eden of Whitehall

Columbus Park Apartments

Lake Eden Apartments & Townhomes

Cornerstone Crossing

The Patent at Jeffrey Park

THE STATION at Trolley District

East Meadows

Fifth x Northwest

Park Monroe

Topiary Park Crossing

Ogden Apartments

Elan Park Apartments

Stella

The Madison

Midpoint East at GVX

Midpoint West at GVX
Columbus, OH Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Columbus?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Columbus Pet Friendly Studio Apartments | $1,213 | $300 | $2,810 |
Columbus Pet Friendly 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,473 | $300 | $5,729 |
Columbus Pet Friendly 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,784 | $300 | $7,872 |
Columbus Pet Friendly 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,168 | $865 | $7,945 |
Columbus Pet Friendly 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,081 | $661 | $4,813 |
Columbus 5 Bedroom Apartments | $2,730 | $799 | $5,800 |
Columbus 6 Bedroom Apartments | $3,551 | $2,650 | $4,560 |
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Most Pet Friendly Neighborhoods in Columbus, OH
There are currently 60834 Pet Friendly Apartments for Rent in the Columbus, OH area.The three Columbus neighborhoods with the highest official ApartmentHomeLiving.com Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Rating are Dublin/Hilliard, North East Columbus, and Flytown. Here is today’s list of the top 10 Pet Friendly neighborhoods for Columbus Apartments for rent:
Neighborhood | Pet Rating | Available Units | Median Price |
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Dublin/Hilliard | 4/4 | 53311 | $8,000 |
North East Columbus | 4/4 | 27082 | $5,000 |
Flytown | 4/4 | 26669 | $8,000 |
East Franklinton | 4/4 | 26005 | $3,100 |
Harrison West | 4/4 | 25560 | $8,000 |
Greater Hilltop | 4/4 | 24162 | $3,100 |
Downtown Columbus | 4/4 | 22958 | $3,100 |
Milo-Grogan | 4/4 | 21675 | $8,000 |
Mount Vernon | 4/4 | 21384 | $8,000 |
Devon Triangle | 4/4 | 18916 | $8,000 |
Pet Friendliest Columbus Apartments for Rent
The Columbus Apartment community with the highest ApartmentHomeLiving.com Lifestyle Score for Pet Friendliness is The Charles at Bexley in the Glenbrook neighborhood with a Pet Friendliness rating of 4 of 4. Runaway Bay Apartments in the Marble Cliff Crossing neighborhood ranks second in Pet Friendliness with a score of 4 of 4. Here is today’s list of the most Pet Friendly Columbus apartments for rent:
Apartment Listing | Pet Rating | Neighborhood | Priced From |
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The Charles at Bexley | 4/4 | Glenbrook | $989 |
Runaway Bay Apartments | 4/4 | Marble Cliff Crossing | $1,099 |
The Cove | 4/4 | Shannon Green | $945 |
Broadway Station | 4/4 | Beulah Park | $1,314 |
Hawthorne Commons | 4/4 | Outer Dublin Hilliard | $2,710 |
Jerome | 4/4 | Victorian Village | $1,955 |
Heritage Preserve Apartments | 4/4 | Outer Dublin Hilliard | $1,120 |
Smith and High | 4/4 | Weinland Park | $1,585 |
The Sutton | 4/4 | Short North | $1,199 |
Turtle Parc | 4/4 | Little Turtle | $1,400 |
Cheapest Pet Friendly Apartment Rentals in Columbus, OH
The lowest priced Columbus apartment at a property that allows pets is the The Cottage 1 Bed Model at The Cove in the Southeast Canal Winchester neighborhood starting from $995. The second cheapest Columbus Pet Friendly apartment is the A5 Model at Jaeger Square, which is a Studio starting at $1,011 in the Near East Side neighborhood. Here are the most affordable Pet Friendly Columbus apartments.
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
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The Cove | The Cottage | $995 |
Jaeger Square | A5 | $1,011 |
Runaway Bay Apartments | Marina | $1,099 |
The Sutton | S1 | $1,199 |
Stella | Lyra | $1,292 |
Broadway Station | The Grant | $1,314 |
Highland Park | The Evergreen | $1,350 |
The Charles at Bexley | Two-Bedroom Garden | $1,399 |
The Thomas at GVX | Thomas-1B_ADA | $1,575 |
Smith and High | 1254 N High Apt 209 | $1,585 |
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Columbus Overview
Columbus, the Ohio state capital, falls within the top 20 largest cities in the entire United States in terms of population. This dynamic town is full of Midwestern down-to-earth, friendly people, who often make locals feel welcomed and treated like family. Life in Columbus apartments also offer residents an engaged community full of fun alongside interesting places to eat, shop, and to enjoy the arts or a night on the town. In addition, Columbus is home to THE Ohio State University, which draws students from all over the country to this Midwest hub of energy.
Why live in Columbus, OH?
There's a lot to love about Columbus. It's got a thriving economy and great neighborhoods like the German Village, Merion Village, and the Arena District. From the artsy, hip culture of the Short North district, to the sports and entertainment vibe in the Arena District, there is a little something for everyone here. For college sports fans, Ohio State University serves up great football and basketball. Add in a low cost of living, and those looking for apartments in Columbus have found a true gem of a city.
Pet Friendly LifestyleColumbus, OH
Ranked #2
Among cities in Ohio for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
3.5Pet Friendly
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Getting Around Columbus, OH
Walk Score®
59 / 100
Somewhat Walkable
Some errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
57 / 100
Bikeable
Some bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
34 / 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 Columbus Apartments
What is the Cheapest Pet Friendly apartment in Columbus?
Currently the most affordable Pet Friendly Apartment in Columbus is at Nazareth Towers-62 & Older listed at $300.
How much is the average rent for a Pet Friendly Columbus Apartment?
The average rent for a Pet Friendly Apartment in Columbus is $1,621.
What is the largest Pet Friendly Columbus Apartment for rent?
Today's Pet Friendly apartment with the most square footage in Columbus is a 3,377 square feet unit starting from $1,070 at Easton Commons Apartments and Townhomes.
What is the average size for Columbus Pet Friendly Apartments for rent?
The average size for a Pet Friendly rental in Columbus is currently at 731 sq ft.
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