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Best Pet-Friendly Places to Live in Northern VA

August 8, 2017 by Mary Telesz

pet-friendlyWith the high rent prices and cost of living in the area, the search for the right apartment, condo, or neighborhood can be quite the ordeal—particularly if you have a pet. From finding a place with ample space for Fido to play, apartments without breed restrictions, the prices and factors to consider only seem to multiply. However, just because you have a furry best friend doesn’t mean that you deserve to compromise on your living situation! Contrary to popular belief, it’s possible to be both happy and comfortable in the area as a pet owner. This list of highly recommended pet-friendly accommodations will provide the perfect starting point for you as you look for a new home for yourself and your four-footed companion in Northern Virginia.

Prosperity Flats, Fairfax

The Prosperity Flats complex in Fairfax has 1 and 2-bedroom options available, starting at $1755 per month. The complex has a pool, all units are air conditioned, and is completely pet-friendly. All animals, including cats, small dogs and large dogs are welcome. The property is only a short distance from the Dunn Loring-Merrifield Metro station as well, making it a convenient place for the commuter who prefers public transit to call home. The property is well reviewed, with tenants frequently commenting on the helpfulness of the staff as well as the cleanliness of the property overall.

Ellipse at Government Centre, Fairfax

Located on Federalist Way, Ellipse offers high end finishing and luxury styling while also catering to pet lovers. The high ceilings and modern design creates homes that anyone would be proud to show off. The pet policy allowing cats and dogs, ensures that pride doesn’t come at the cost of a good home for your pet. The facility also has a large fitness center equipped with all the latest equipment, a clubhouse, business center, and media lounge. Although a pet friendly location, they do have certain breed restrictions—so be sure to reach out to a representative about any questions you might have about your pets and the building’s policy.

The Ridgewood by Windsor, Fairfax

The Ridgewood by Windsor has apartments ranging from one to three bedrooms available to rent. These suites are in a highly walkable neighborhood with numerous businesses and amenities within an easy walk’s distance from the front door. The suites are all pet-friendly, but pet-deposits and increased rent fees are assessed for owners bringing a furry tenant along with them to their new home. The flat fees are $500 for dogs and $250 for cats, along with a $50 for dogs or $25 for cats monthly rental surcharge based on pet ownership.

Devon at South Riding, Chantilly

With one bedroom apartments starting at just $1,369, Devon at South Riding provides affordable pet friendly living without shorting you on comfort or luxury. There are fees involved in having pets here, but it is a pet friendly building. The deposit and monthly fees are the same here regardless of whether you have a cat or a dog. The deposit is $400, with the monthly surcharge of $40 added onto your rent each month as long as you have a pet in the building.

Eastgate Condo Community, Chantilly

women in her Pet-Friendly Places to Live in Northern VA with her dogChantilly is home to more townhouse-condo developments than rental apartments that make a good fit for pet-owners. The Eastgage Condo community is an excellent example of a pet friendly environment that make the property a good choice for someone looking to buy into a condo in a pet friendly complex. For renters it can also pose opportunities, as units sometimes come up for rent by the owners who typically allow pets in accordance with the larger policy of the complex. The townhomes feature an attached garage and high-end finishings.

The Julian at Fair Lakes, Chantilly

Renting at the Julian means having everything that you need close to hand. Entertainment and shopping are close by thanks to the Fair Oaks Mall and Fairfax corner. Ample green space nearby makes for excellent dog-walking. Pricing starts at $1595 and pets are welcome. The Julian also makes an excellent home if you like to entertain. There are outdoor courtyards and pool areas which are ideal for welcoming guests to your home.

The Elms at Centreville, Centreville

The Elms has a wide range of suites ranging from 788 square foot one bedroom units all the way up to 2 bed, 2 bath 1148 square foot units. The Elms is a quiet complex that is tucked away from the hustle and bustle but which provides easy access to all the conveniences offered by big city living. Recent improvements to the property included the enlargement of parking spaces. The Elms is a pet-friendly community, although there is a 100 lb weight restriction on large dogs. They welcome a wide range of pets, and enforce a two-pet per unit maximum.

Lakeside, Centreville

Lakeside is an ideal community for dog lovers to call home. The units have all been completely refurbished, with brand new kitchens, large windows, and a balcony or patio with every unit. The complex is large, including three pools, a Starbucks, and best of all for pet owners, a dog park. As the name implies, sitting alongside the lakes makes for a perfect scenic backdrop when taking your pet for a walk. As a complex that includes a dog park, the units are highly populated with pet owners making for a friendly and welcoming community for those who have pets of their own.

The Palatine, Arlington

For pet owners working in the Capitol, The Palatine offers comfortable and luxurious accommodation on a short or long-term basis, while also allowing being a pet friendly apartments in Arlington VA. The building is exquisitely finished, but for many, the appeal of the Palatine is its location. For people working in DC, Arlington, or Rosslyn, the Palatine offers convenient access to many of the most prominent employment hubs in the region. A Metro station (Courthouse) is also within a short walk of your front doors if you call the Palatine home. Pet fees apply, but there is no weight limit on dogs.

Crescent Falls Church, Arlington

Luxury is the focus of the high-end Crescent Falls Church complex in Arlington. Walk in closets, soaker tubs and granite cabinets are just a few of the highlights awaiting you in these exceptionally well-appointed suites. Crescent Falls Church is ideal for owners of small pets, as cats and small dogs are welcome. Some large dogs are admitted under the building’s policy, but there are several breed restrictions so it is best to check with the ownership before applying to this pet friendly apartments in Arlington VA.

Help for Pet Owners Throughout Northern VA

pet-friendlyDespite the bad rap it gets, Northern VA is actually quite the pet-friendly area—you’ve just got to know where to look! Our local communities embrace the idea of pet ownership, leading to a lot more buildings and management firms allowing pets in rental units. Some facilities take it a step further, actually providing amenities or features designed to cater to the pet-owning crowd.

Sometimes when starting a new job or moving to a new area, things can get hectic and busy. When that happens, it can be nice to get a hand to make sure that your companion is well looked after. If you need assistance with your pet in the Northern VA region, contact Paw Pals any time. We offer pet sitting and dog walking services, so you can be sure your pets are well looked after even when you need to be on the road, are working late, or are taking a much-needed summer vacation. For more information, check out our About page or Meet our Team of pet lovers.

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Centreville – 20120, 20121
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Taylor Smith
Taylor Smith
21:22 03 Oct 21
I never worry when Mary and team take care of my dog!
Michæl Silva
Michæl Silva
21:38 01 Jul 22
Mary at Paw Pals Pet Sitting is the greatest! She has helped me train my pooch Chico how play nice with other dogs and for that I am extremely grateful! A+A+A+A+A+A
Kwi Kim
Kwi Kim
22:37 17 Jun 22
I hired Paw Pals based on my sister’s referral. Meet & greet was very thorough and detailed. I was surprised that my finicky cat came to check the sitter out. Subsequently, a sitter watched my cat over several separate visits, and it was clear through the visit reports that my cat loved the sitter. All the visits were completed having followed my directions & with professionalism.I would highly recommend Paw Pals to anyone who’s looking for a dependable, personable, & professional sitter.
Joseph Walter
Joseph Walter
19:55 13 Jun 22
Paw Pals provided a large number of photos of our pets along with a personalized message on how our pets were doing with every single visit. I would highly recommend using Paw Pals, we'll be continuing to use them whenever we go on vacation.
Ashley Manning
Ashley Manning
09:50 11 Jun 22
Highly recommend as pet sitters!Initially, a sitter from the company will visit the house to meet the pets and learn where everything is. Tatiana took careful notes and we got her some spare keys.While we are away, Paw Pals sends sitters to come and look after our boys. They feed them, scoop litter, bring in mail and packages, and they will even manage trash, recycling, blinds and lights so that everything is comfortable for our kitties. Each time they check in, we receive an email message with updates and pictures, which is so comforting when we are on the road.Also, if you don’t let Paw Pals know when you are home, they assume something has happened and will continue to care for your babies. If something were to happen, I know they would be okay.Five stars for Paw Pals!
Brian Wood
Brian Wood
04:08 22 May 22
We have used Paw Pals for a number of years now and would highly recommend to anyone looking for help with their pets. Great communication from owner Mary and flexibility to make adjustments in schedule as life changes over time. Have had a consistent set of walkers who have gotten to know our pup and the various walking routes around our neighborhood quite well.
Lesley Bush
Lesley Bush
13:58 18 Mar 22
We can't rave enough about Paw Pals. They took care of our 18 year old Cat and 20 year old Chinchilla while we were away and when our flight got cancelled, they were so accommodating and available last minute for an extra day. We worked with Jen to coordinate visits from Miko and Danny. I loved the pictures and updates on how our Lil geriatric guys were doing. Thanks a million, Paw Pals!! Our special pets were so well cared for.
Sebastian Barnes
Sebastian Barnes
01:06 17 Jan 22
I have used Paw Pals for several trips over the last few months, and they have been phenomenal every time! Mary is extremely kind and responsive, and she makes sure that my cat and dog have the care that they need every time I am out of town. All of the pet sitters that I've had have been incredibly sweet to my pets, and they treat them like their own! Will gladly continue using Paw Pals every time I need a sitter.
Julie Shildt
Julie Shildt
17:45 14 Nov 21
It has been a pleasure doing business with paw pals. We have used this company for several trips we have taken over the past 6 months. They have been wonderful caretakers for our 2 cats. Anytime there is ever a question they don't hesitate to give us a call and they leave the best notes and pictures in the emailed report of each visit. We are so glad have found such a great company.
Andrea Hall
Andrea Hall
22:45 03 Oct 20
I wasn't sure about hiring a new doggie walker service... after all they are our kiddos... my babies were in great hands and I felt relaxed having them in their care. Thank you for everything!
Katie McCune
Katie McCune
19:19 15 Jul 21
I honestly cannot recommend Mary and her whole crew enough! We started using Mary originally about 7 years ago to stop by occasionally when our Aussie Lana was younger. Over the next couple years Lana stayed with Mary and her family for a couple weekends when we went on vacation. When we moved to our new house in Manassas, Lana stayed with Sam, who lives in Manassas, overnight for moving day, and did great. Right before the pandemic, we adopted our second Aussie, Goose, and Mary recommended a fantastic trainer for him.We now have weekly walks for the dogs, and they love all of their walkers! Trevor, Paul, Hazel, Sofie, and probably a couple others have helped Goose get used to more people, and have helped my husband and me when our schedules are crazy.Paw Pals is our go-to for any help with our dogs, so I highly recommend them!
Alexandra Hill
Alexandra Hill
22:43 23 May 21
I was a nervous mommy to leave my cats with a sitter service for the first time. Paw Pals went above and beyond to care for my cats and ease a nervous mommy. I already made a reservation to use them again!
Cindy Welgoss
Cindy Welgoss
13:12 27 Nov 20
We have been using Paw Pals for several years, and through a variety of pets that we have loved. Mary and her team have always been *exceptional* in every way. They are professional, courteous, and truly love our fur family! Mary herself is an organized and stellar administrator of her pet care business, keeping detailed records of our pet’s needs, scheduled pet visits, payments, and balance due easy to keep track of as the pet owner. The pet caretaking team is reliable and trustworthy. When our dogs see any of their Paw Pal friends, they get SO excited to see them! Follow up comments are left via text to keep the pet owner informed of the visit and how the pets are faring. Paw Pals has allowed our family the peace of mind to leave our pets at home, for work, weekend getaways and longer times away when necessary, where they are the most comfortable and familiar. We are grateful to Mary and her team for giving us the ability to enjoy pet ownership without feeling tied down. The responsibility of having pets comes with the need to keep them safe and comfortable at all times, and Mary and her team affords us this when our family has to be away.
Dr Tammy Cashion
Dr Tammy Cashion
21:11 12 Mar 19
We have used Paw pals pet sitting on multiple occasions for our bunnies while we are away. Many pet sitters are not interested in small pets however; Mary and her team, are amazing and we trust her implicitly! We are very happy with the outstanding service we have received from her team including texts and photos of our pets when we are out of town. They always go the extra mile and we highly recommend them!
Kristin Conrad
Kristin Conrad
16:00 16 Nov 19
We are so grateful we found Mary and her team at Paw Pals. They are exceptionally responsive, amazingly organized and detail-oriented.We have such peace of mind when we travel knowing our home and pets are so well cared for. Paw Pals is the best pet sitting service we’ve used, and we’re so happy we found them.
Katie Russell
Katie Russell
15:01 17 May 20
Paw Pals is fantastic! I have had a great experience with Mary! Compassionate, professional, responsive, and prompt! Thank you!
Phillip Evans
Phillip Evans
14:38 11 Jul 20
When we adopted our new dog in January, Paw Pals agreed to walk her and give her some outside time so she wasn't in the crate all day. She loved her dog walker and you could see her excitement every time the walker showed up. We moved out of the area but would recommend Paw Pals to anyone needing someone to care for their pets.
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