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5 Pet Friendly Apartments In Northern Virginia

July 20, 2018 by Mary Telesz

small dog looking over an apartment windowHaving a pet is a wonderful thing, but finding an apartment that is both pet-friendly and offers the living conditions you desire can be challenging. Luckily, Northern Virginia is a thriving area with many apartments to choose from, and even more fortunately, many allow you to live with your pet. When choosing an apartment it’s always a good idea to consider location, space in the apartment, and pet policies.

You also need to be sure that the apartment you choose is ideal for your specific pet. For example, if you are a dog owner, you need to make sure there is plenty of space outside to walk your dog. Depending on the size of your dog, you also need to make sure that the size of the apartment is suitable for them to comfortably live in.

Top 5 Pet-Friendly Apartments In Northern Virginia

Here’s a brief review of apartment complexes in the NOVA area that can help you and your pet find the right home. Take a look at some top-rated pet-friendly apartments.

1. Ellipse At Fairfax Corner

Ellipse at Fairfax Corner offers you a great location and pet-friendly apartments. This apartment has been renovated to offer beautiful new interiors and resort-style amenities. One of the greatest parts about this apartment is its location in Fairfax Corner. Fairfax Corner has tons of shopping, restaurants, and a movie theater all within walking distance. It’s a lively area that you can explore with your pet! There are also plenty of grassy areas for your pet to enjoy conveniently in the apartment community.

They allow both dogs and cats, however, there are some breed restrictions, so reach out to the leasing office for more specific information. They have a two pet restriction and they require an initial fee off $400 for your first pet, and $200 for your second. There also is an additional $50 rent charge per pet each month.

2. Bell Fair Oaks

dog park in an apartment complexBell Fair Oaks is a modern apartment that you and your pet are sure to love! This apartment has plenty of amenities that are sure to peak your interest, such as a fenced in pet park. This is a great place to let your pet run around and get some fresh air without having to worry about them being on a leash. Many dog owners worry about their dog being cooped up in an apartment, so having access a fenced in pet park is the perfect living solution!

Bell Fair oaks accept both cats and dogs. They also accept non-traditional pets to include: turtles, non-poisonous frogs, domestic hamsters, hermit crabs, gerbils, small domesticated birds, and domestic fish. When it comes to dog breeds they do have some restrictions unless the dog is an assistance animal. These include Akita, Alaskan Malamute, American Staffordshire Terrier, Bull Terrier, Chow, Doberman Pinscher, German Shepherd, Great Dane, Husky, Wolf Hybrid, Pitbull, Rottweiler, St. Bernard, and any dogs “mixed” with the above breeds. They also don’t allow snakes, spiders, ferrets, and iguanas due to liability reasons.

They allow up to two pets with the max weight of each one being 75 lb. There is a one time fee of $500.00 and an additional $50.00 charge every month.

>3. Lakeside Apartments

Located in Centreville, Lakeside Apartments is a great location for you and your pet. They have tons of amenities to offer, many of which are outside community-oriented spaces which can be terrific for you and your pet. Some of these include a dog park, picnic area, and grilling area. The dog park is extremely beneficial for walking your dog if you are looking to stay close to home. It is also a great space for your pet to play and relax in without having to travel anywhere.

They also have a wide variety of floor plan options for you to choose from. This will allow you the opportunity to select an apartment that has plenty of space for you and your pet. They are pet-friendly apartments, but some breed restrictions do apply. Reach out to their leasing office for specifics about their pet policy. Lakeside Apartments also offers the unique feature of having a lake that you and your pet can enjoy together.

4. The Point At Park Station

dog laying on rug in a pet friendly apartments in Northern VirginiaAnother great pet friendly apartment complex is The Point at Park Station. Located in Manassas Park, it is in a great location if you are looking to become a part of your community. There are many great of bars and restaurants, coffee shops and stores to choose from, as well as some highly ranked schools. Their quality amenities will also allow you to become apart of the apartment community as you explore their gym, clubhouse, and pool. They also offer the unique experience of having a bark station, which your dog is sure to enjoy. The Point at Park Station contains tons of grassy areas that are great for walking your dog.

5. Modera Fairfax Ridge

Modera Fairfax Ridge is one of the newer apartments on this list. They have many different floor plan options available, so you can choose one that provides you and your pet the space you desire. Their finishes and designs rival top-of-the-line condos, so you know you can expect a quality place to live. They allow both cats and dogs and have plenty of space outside for them to enjoy. Modera Fairfax Ridge does reserve the right to disallow certain aggressive breeds of dogs and aquariums, so be sure to reach out to them to find out if your pet is allowed. You’ll definitely love the floor plan options that include a den and loft area, as this will give your pet more space to enjoy.

Breed Restrictions

When it comes to dogs, many apartment buildings have breed-specific restrictions. Oftentimes their websites can lack the specific breeds, so you’ll have to reach out to them for more information regarding their pet policy. Breeds that are generally restricted are Pitbull Terriers, Staffordshire Terriers, Rottweilers, German Shepherds, Presa Canarios, Chow Chows, Doberman Pinschers, Akitas, Wolf-hybrids, Mastiffs, Cane Corsos, Great Danes, Alaskan Malamutes, and Siberian Huskies. You also have to check if they allow dogs that are a mix breed of any of the ones mentioned above. If you have any unique animals, you will also have to check further into the apartment pet policy, as some places only allow cats and dogs.

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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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